Wyatt Million

Wyatt Million is a Researcher at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) within the Faculty of Science and the Climate Change Cluster (C3). His work focuses on understanding coral resilience to climate change, particularly examining genetic and physiological mechanisms underlying symbiosis, thermal tolerance, and adaptive capacity in reef-building corals and anemones. He contributes to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 13 (Climate Action) and 14 (Life Below Water). His research bridges ecology, genetics, and physiology to address challenges in coral conservation and climate adaptation.

Key research areas include symbiotic dynamics between corals and algae (Symbiodiniaceae), genotype-specific responses to environmental stressors, and the role of phenotypic plasticity in adaptation. He employs advanced techniques like 3D photogrammetry and transcriptomics to quantify coral growth, stress responses, and genetic variability. Recent studies highlight the importance of microhabitat acclimatization, symbiont stability under warming, and heritable traits influencing resilience.

Wyatt collaborates on projects identifying heat-tolerant coral genotypes for restoration efforts and investigates synergistic effects of climate stressors on coral physiology. His work emphasizes translating ecological and genetic insights into actionable strategies for marine conservation under climate change scenarios.