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Ancient coral reefs on a Pacific island hold secrets to the future of El Niño. Studying these reefs helps predict future El Niño events and their impacts.

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Marine geology and paleoclimatology, focusing on coral reef ecosystems and climate dynamics.

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El Niño is a significant climate pattern impacting global weather.
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