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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

NCRIS is helping researchers understand how marine species may cope with climate change. At AIMS, Professor Jodie Rummer (JCU) is using the NCRIS-supported SeaSim to study how epaulette sharks survive some of the Great Barrier Reef's most extreme conditions. #NCRIS20 #NCRISImpact

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Emeritus Professor Peter Steinberg will be the inaugural Chair of the AIMS National Sea Simulator Advisory Group. A globally recognised marine scientist and research leader, Peter will review & recommend applications for the SeaSim Access Program to the AIMS CEO. Read more >🔗https://bit.ly/3Sheik6

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Our inaugural Year in Review showcases SeaSim's growth, expanded capabilities, research highlights and collaborations over the past decade and key achievements in 2025. Read how we are supporting world-class research > bit.ly/4pf4yTC

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🪸 How do the biological clocks of corals and symbiotic algae work? Researchers from JCU are investigating how coral and symbiotic algae circadian rhythms function before, during, and after coral bleaching, and whether disruptions to these rhythms affect coral health, recovery, and spawning.

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

New research from SeaSim shows how eDNA can detect hidden coral-eating flatworms early, before visible damage. A powerful step forward for coral aquaculture, biosecurity, and reef restoration. #SeaSim #CoralResearch #MarineScience

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

🌊 We’re hiring! Join SeaSim as a Technical Officer, working hands-on to contribute to the development and operation of our systems that support the care of our marine organisms. 📢 Applications now open >> careers.aims.gov.au

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

🌊 How do we engineer a future where the Great Barrier Reef thrives? AIMS CEO Selina Stead & SeaSim Director Craig Humphrey joined industry experts to discuss how simulation and engineering support reef resilience. 📺 Tune in Wednesday, 18 March at 11AM AEDT > bit.ly/40xDPGk

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

A project with @charlesdarwinuni.bsky.social , @jcuofficial.bsky.social, SPEE3D & SeaSim has been funded through the QDSA Collaborative Research Grants Program. It will focus on improving the performance and durability of materials in harsh tropical coastal environments. Read more > bit.ly/475U6G6

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

🌕 After the full moon, corals on the GBR release millions of gametes in a stunning “underwater snowstorm.” At SeaSim, we replicate natural cues like light, temp, & lunar cycles to study coral reproduction, resilience, & restoration. The full moon is tonight & we’re ready for #Spawnathon2025

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

🪸 Handle with care, precious corals have arrived at SeaSim for #Spawnathon2025! Our facility is designed to mimic the exact conditions that trigger #spawning These capabilities allow researchers to study #coral breeding, resilience, and restoration, supporting world-class reef science at #AIMS. 🌊

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

🔬🌕 Preparations are in full swing for #Spawnathon2025! Our newly expanded facility is being fine-tuned. From plumbing, construction, and programming, our technicians are working to create perfect conditions for coral spawning after the full moon on Nov 4. Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes updates!

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

The Coral Growout Robotic Assessment System (CGRAS) has arrived at AIMS! Developed by QUT, this AI-powered system tracks & monitor coral larvae during coral spawning to support reef restoration efforts. #RRAP #Spawnathon2025

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

It was a privilege to be involved in the Australian Coral Reef Society conference this year! 💡Our Director presented on the SeaSim Access Program 🔬We hosted a tour of SeaSim and visitors connected with our Tech Dev team. It was inspiring to engage with the science community. #marinescience #ACRS25

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

🦈 Can the resilient epaulette shark keep up with climate change? Researchers are testing how warming & low oxygen impact metabolism, energy use & survival. By studying 24 sharks from Heron Island, we hope to understand whether natural fluctuations protect or intensify stress in future oceans.

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Excited to announce our publication on controlled out-of-season coral spawning! Our team triggered spawning months ahead of the natural season by manipulating temperature, daylength, and moonlight. Nearly 2M larvae from 6 species produced! Paper: lnkd.in/gtPTCzyp Media release: bit.ly/3IryQRM

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

SeaSim is supporting Rana Elmesseri (JCU) in an international study on coral microbiomes. By comparing Heliofungia from Australia & Indonesia, researchers will explore how microbes respond to environmental shifts—revealing new insights into reef health & resilience. 🌊🧬 #SeaSim #MarineScience #Coral

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Need an advanced marine experimental research facility to conduct your research?! Soon, researchers will be able to apply for the SeaSim Access Program, which will provide merit-based, funded access to SeaSim at the Australian Institute of Marine Science. Sign up to learn more > bit.ly/4iNpSdO

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

🧫 What do baby Crown-of-Thorns Sea stars (CoTS) eat? Before becoming aggressive coral eaters, CoTS spend ~5–6 months post-settlement grazing algae. Researchers at AIMS & JCU found they grow 38× faster on one CCA: Melyvonnea cf. madagascariensis. 🔗 Publication> bit.ly/417JwLw

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

A study led by Southern Cross University researchers finds that feeding Acropora larvae significantly enhances settlement—up to 2.5× 🔬 Medium feeding (50 mL) yielded optimal outcomes 🧬Fed larvae were larger + more viable 🌱Feeding strategies can assist reef restoration 🔗https://bit.ly/4jKNGj4

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

PhD candidates @ashtyn-isaak.bsky.social & @hollykoch20.bsky.social are researching how ocean acidification and high light contribute to bleaching, which includes: 🧪36 tanks, 4 species, 12 treatments, 400+ samples 🧬2 corals & 2 crustose coralline algae 🔬 Drivers: light, temp, & 4 levels of PCO2

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

When Sea Urchins Take 'Tank Duties' a Bit Too Far At #SeaSim, our algae-eating urchins decided to give a Triton snail a full shell scrub using their 5-toothed jaws (Aristotle’s lantern). Helpful? Opportunistic? Hard to tell! Marine life never fails to surprise — or amuse. 🐌 #SeaSim #MarineScience

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

🚨 Announcing the National Sea Simulator Funded Access Program! Researchers can soon apply for merit-based access to our world-class facility, supported by NCRIS. To be the first to know about upcoming calls for proposals, sign up to our email list > bit.ly/4iNpSdO #SeaSim #NCRISImpact

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

🔬 At SeaSim, precision is key! Our advanced systems replicate complex ocean conditions to support world-leading marine research. Siemens PCS 7 helps us maintain accurate and stable experimental conditions. 🌊 Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4bXg0w9 #SeaSim #MarineScience

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Supporting education to foster the next generation of marine scientists! 🎉 SeaSim is donating urchins to JCU's Hatchery Techniques course. These urchins were used as part of RRAP research to boost the growth and survival of baby corals. Read more >> bit.ly/43wTqIA #MarineScience #SeaSim

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

New research from AIMS & JCU shows rising temps disrupt coral-algae symbiosis. It found: 🔹 Heat stress alters coral-algae nutritional status, affecting coral health 🔹 Gene expression changes appear before visible stress 🔗Read more: bit.ly/4h7OwFh @patricklaffy.bsky.social @emmamarangon.bsky.social

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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) @seasim-aims.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Hon. Tanya Plibersek MP joined us to announce the launch of our $42.7M expansion, backed by NCRIS, which nearly doubles our experimental space! A portion of the new facility will soon be open to researchers worldwide. Learn more >> bit.ly/418lFdQ #SeaSim #NCRIS

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