The main goals of this research line are describe and evaluate the structure and functioning of coral reefs, as well as their conservations status. For that purpose, we measure ecological indicators at different organization levels (individuals, populations and communities) that reflect the ecosystems and corals health. For that, in addition, we take in account different trophic groups with special emphasis in hermatipic corals, herbivorous organisms (sea urchins and fishes) and fishes.
Other important goal it is found evidence of horizontal and vertical connectivity. Mesophotic coral reefs (MCEs) are studied with this propose and includes specific tasks in order to found evidences of ecological and genetic connectivity. Diversity, density and health status of MCEs are also studied.