Unravelling the Secrets of the Red Roman | 1KSA and the Quest for Marine Conservation

Meet Dr Romina Henriques and PhD candidate Mannda Ndou from the University of Pretoria, along with their team, as they delve deep into the genetics of the Red Roman - Chrysoblephus laticeps, a vital species for South Africa’s marine biodiversity.
This video explores how climate change is impacting marine life and how advanced genomic studies can help us protect these essential creatures. Discover the role of marine protected areas and the innovative use of long-read sequencing technologies to safeguard the evolutionary resilience of marine species.
Visit 1ksa.org.za to view the other species we have sequenced and nominate species for your own research.
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