David Mouillot

David Mouillot is a former Adjunct Professor at the University of Montpellier, France. His research focuses on coral reef ecosystems, their resilience to climate change, and the interplay between marine biodiversity and human societies. He was affiliated with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies (2005–2022), headquartered at James Cook University, contributing to studies on coral bleaching, ecosystem dynamics, and socio-ecological systems.

• Research Themes: Coral reef resilience, climate adaptation, fisheries impacts, biodiversity conservation.
• Affiliations: MARBEC research unit (Marine Biodiversity, Exploitation, and Conservation), University of Montpellier.

His work bridges ecological and socio-economic dimensions, exemplified by studies such as the use of DNA techniques to predict coral reef futures and analyses of climate change effects on tropical fisheries and vulnerable communities.