Coral plays an important ecological role in Hong Kong’s ocean. Not only do they enrich the colour of the ocean, but also provide food and refuge for marine life and enrich Hong Kong’s biodiversity. At the same time, coral acts as an indicator species. Through a regular monitoring of coral coverage, species diversity and coral health, the quality of Hong Kong’s marine environment can be investigated.
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This activity allows students to implement artificial intelligence (AI) technology to help researchers integrate coral census data. Through coral conservation seminar, ecological survey and workshops on AI object identification and recognition, students will help establish a Hong Kong coral AI identification system, thereby enriching their knowledge of coral diversity and contributing to marine conservation firsthand.
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| 14 November 2020 | Coral Conservation Seminar |
| 21 & 22 November 2020 | Artificial Intelligence Experiential Workshop |
| November 2020 – February 2021 | Consolidation of Coral Census Data |
| 12 & 13 December 2020 | Coral Field Trip |
| April 2021 | Testing the Artificial Intelligence |
