Recent scientific breakthroughs have revealed the extreme resilience of Red Sea corals to global warming, a reality that represents humanity’s best chance of preserving a major coral ecosystem beyond the end of this century. This discovery led to the creation of the Transnational Red Sea Center, in 2019 at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, with the official support of the Swiss government. An independent, non-profit organization, the Center capitalizes on Switzerland’s neutrality, its long tradition of promoting dialogue, and EPFL’s reputation for scientific excellence to bridge science and diplomacy in the name of saving coral reefs – in the Red Sea and beyond.
The Transnational Red Sea Center aims to be a prime example of science diplomacy and to become a key player in future global environmental protection efforts.