Coral reefs make up a vast underwater ecosystem — that most of us never see. An estimated one billion people worldwide benefit directly or indirectly from them and they’re at risk from the continuing threats of climate change.

But a team of U.S. scientists is seeing hope — with the help of AI — and one “visionary” approach. CGTN’s Frances Kuo has more from San Diego.

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