Sunscreens Cause Coral Bleaching by Promoting Viral Infections

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Authors

Roberto Danovaro · Marche Polytechnic University

Lucia Bongiorni

Cinzia Corinaldesi

Donato Giovannelli

Elisabetta Damiani

Paola Astolfi · Marche Polytechnic University

Lucedio Greci · Marche Polytechnic University

Antonio Pusceddu

Abstract

We conclude that sunscreens, by promoting viral infection, potentially play an important role in coral bleaching in areas prone to high levels of recreational use by humans.

Topics & Keywords

Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies Marine and coastal plant biology Coastal wetland ecosystem dynamics

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Life below water

Publication Details

Published in: Environmental Health Perspectives

Volume 116, Issue 4, pp. 441-447

DOI: 10.1289/ehp.10966

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