Research Services

At CapitalCorals, we support the research community by providing access to unique coral resources, expert guidance, and advanced molecular techniques. Our professional expertise in coral husbandry and aquaculture enables high-quality, controlled research environments for a variety of studies.

Coral Species & Availability

We maintain a diverse collection of Indo-Pacific corals, including species that have been in aquaculture for 2–20 years. Through our network of exporters, we also source CITES-permitted, ocean-reared mariculture corals with minimal impact on native reefs.

Our collection includes:

• Hard Corals: Acropora sp., Montipora sp., Pocillopora sp., Galaxea sp., and more.
• Soft Corals: Sarcophyton sp., Sinularia sp., Palythoa sp., and others.
• Clonal corals provide advantages in experimental design, reducing variability and minimizing uncontrolled stress responses during research. Contact us for a full species listing.

Specialized Research Services

We offer a range of research support services, including:

• Controlled Coral Testing Systems – Customizable environments to examine single or multiple species under specific conditions.
• Experimental Design & Data Support – Expert guidance on research setup, water quality analysis, and continuous data collection.
• Molecular Analysis & Sample Processing – Whole coral tissue, histological preparations, tissue lysates, or purified nucleic acids can be processed to user specifications.

Training & Facility Support

For researchers looking to establish coral culture systems, we provide:

• Training Programs & Workshops – Hands-on training in coral husbandry and research techniques.
• System Design & Installations – Custom coral research system setups tailored to academic and institutional needs.
• Collaborative Research Opportunities – Partnerships for advancing coral science and conservation.

On-Site Research & Tank Space Rental

We offer tank space rental with:

• Maintenance services and technical support.
• Controlled environment setups for precise research conditions.
• Assistance throughout the experiment duration.

Sustainability Commitment

CapitalCorals does not export corals internationally. Corals aquacultured in-house are primarily for research purposes. Any excess is sold to the aquarium trade as a sustainable alternative, helping to fund ongoing research and conservation efforts.

Contact us for more details on our research services and available coral species.