Andreas Andersson

Andreas Andersson is a Professor at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO), UC San Diego, specializing in Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry. He leads research on coral reef biogeochemistry, ocean acidification, and carbonate system dynamics. His work integrates field observations, experimental studies, and modeling to address climate change impacts on marine ecosystems.

Andersson holds a B.S. in Marine Biology (2001, Hawaii Pacific University), M.S. and Ph.D. in Chemical Oceanography (2003, 2006, University of Hawaii). He has pioneered methods to quantify coral reef carbonate budgets and developed innovative tools like the Smartfin for citizen science ocean monitoring.

His research focuses on coral reef resilience, carbonate chemistry variability, and the interplay between environmental stressors (e.g., warming, acidification) and ecosystem function. Key contributions include studies on crustose coralline algae roles in reef accretion and the effects of ocean acidification on calcifying organisms.

Andersson’s lab (Scripps Oceanography Coastal Ocean Chemistry and Ecology Lab) collaborates globally, with field sites in Bermuda, Hawaii, Panama, and Taiwan. He advocates for interdisciplinary approaches to marine conservation and climate adaptation strategies for coastal communities.