Coral bleaching starts with changes too small for the human eye to see. 👀 Engineers and marine researchers at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, with support from the National Science Foundation, have built a diver-operated microscope that offers an unprecedented look at coral photosynthesis on micro-scales. This cutting-edge instrument makes it possible for researchers to study the health of corals in their natural habitat and detect early warning signs before reefs decline. 🌊🔬 Without investment, the next wave of innovative discovery may never happen. Help us protect research funding 🔗 ucsd.edu/beb (link in bio) #BehindEveryBreakthrough #SaveResearch #UCSanDiego #Oceanography