Marco Barotti

🌊 This is what I’m working on these days: CORAL SONIC RESILIENCE is a project that explores the healing power of sound to help restore damaged coral reefs. Based on a scientific discovery, it uses the sounds of healthy reefs played back to damaged ones to attract marine life. Currently in the prototyping phase, I’ve created underwater sound sculptures installed in a damaged reef and coral nursery of Ferdihoo Island in the Maldives. Later, this body of work will evolve into indoor exhibitions, merging art and science to emphasize the importance of reef conservation. #CoralSonicResilience #marineconservation #artandscience #reefrestoration #marcobarotti #acousticecology #sound #sculpture #soundart #art #design #maldives #exhibition project partners: @relaxound @coral_restoration_feridhoo @bca_campus_unipd @villarosamaldives @divingnoohiri Feridhoo Island Council. Funded by: @relaxound , @senkultgz and @c.takt supported by: @groupgets , @electrovoiceofficial @ambientrecording Team Advice on acoustic ecology and research: Timothy Lamont (Lancaster University) @tim_lamont3 Research, and project coordination: @antonio_beggiato @bca_campus_unipd Research and data analisis: Federica Moscheo, Prof. Marco Vincenzo Patruno, Luca Larson Photos & videos: @marcobarotti , @luca_diving @antonio_beggiato Design: Studio Marco Barotti Design coordinator: @andyfofanaa Solar station Buoy design: @allesblinkt Text: @annaanderegg Sarah Möller Special thanx to Claudio Lovato, Michela Zampieron, Mahamed Niham, Villa Rosa, Noohiri Divingcenter, @marcopatr_one Giorgia Bettin, Philipp Stoerring, Julius Patschan, Claudia Schnugg, @claudiaschnugg Angelina Ivkic, Reinhard Kikinger, Michael Krieg Goehringer, Muhtar Abdul Karem, Christl Baur, Nicoletta Tranquillo, Cordula Falk, June Anderegg Barotti, @kevin.driscoll Abdulla naih Ahmed asadhudheen #instadaily #trending

My new project “FUNGI” about Mycorrhizal networks will be presented today for the first time at “Maajaam” as part of the “Wild Bits” exhibition. In the framework of “European Capital Of Culture Tartu 2024” FUNGI was created during the residency “S+T+ARTS Project Grin” in collaboration with Cineca and Kilowatt, Bologna. Mycorrhizal research: Maarja Öpik, Tanel Vahter Atefe Farshadi: DNA extractions & root staining, microscopy Martti Vasar: EcoBank excerpts Team Software Programming: Marco Accardi, Alessandro Inguglia, Gabriele Scalici / Anecoica Studio Design: Jonathan Wellmann Text: Anna Anderegg, Sarah Möller Technical design: Benjamin Maus, Alles Blinkt Mycorrhizal research support: Spun Earth Project Assistance: Azael Holtz, Andy Fofana Fungi Oracle Voice: Malakoff Kowalski AI & Machine Learning: Federico Visi, Neva Besker, Donatella Sforzini, Gabriele Fatigati Ceramic 3D printing Expertise: Daniel Valencia Ferrá / Digital Craft External Eye: Rebecca Pedrazzi Motion Graphics Consultancy: Silvano Imboden, Daniele De Luca Special thanx to WASP, Nicoletta Tranquillo, Mattia Tuliozi, Kyle McDonald, Tobi Kiers, Nadia Soudzilovskaia, Nicole Hynson, Marcel Vanderheijden, Silvia Girardello, MariaChiara Liguori, Antonella Guidazzoli, Katharina Weikl, Saša Spačal, Lukas Esser, Misha Douglas MacLaren FUNGI is funded by S+T+ARTS Project Grin and Wild Bits at Maajaam in the framework of European Capital Of Culture Tartu 2024 Supported by Schemerlicht Festival and Audio Ag, RME @maarja.opik @startseu @kilowatt.bo @anecoicastudio @maajaam.ee @wildbits.ee @schemerlichtfestival @rme_audio @sono.type @cineca1969 @jonathanwellmann.gestaltung @annaanderegg @allesblinkt @spununderground @naifu_san @malakoffkowalski @federicovisi @daniel.valencia.ferra @andyfofanaa @silvanoimboden @3dwasp @kcimc @sasaspacal @mishadouglas @rebecca_pedrazzi @gabapics

What if saving coral reefs was as simple as turning the sound back on? A team of divers and scientists, led by artist @marcobarotti , is working to restore damaged reefs in Jamaica using the soundscapes of healthy ecosystems. They record vibrant, living reefs and replay those sounds in damaged areas through reef-shaped speakers on the ocean floor, helping guide fish and marine life back home. 🪸In the same way a public square brings people together, a healthy reef does the same — just underwater.

Can underwater speakers save the world’s dying coral reefs?🪸 Climate change continues to intensify the crisis facing the world’s coral reefs — and researchers are experimenting with an unusual solution: sound. On assignment for #ClimateCentral, Senior Climate Correspondent @bentracysnaps travels to Jamaica and learns about a groundbreaking approach using underwater speakers to replay the sounds of healthy reefs — attracting marine life back to damaged ecosystems — alongside cutting-edge coral breeding efforts that could help restore these vital underwater habitats. 🌎This #EarthDay, celebrate our planet by reading more at the link in bio.

You’re invited to Sonic Cultures of Communion — an immersive experience of sound, food, and connection. 📅 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 🕐 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Alligator Head Foundation Come experience the Coral Sonic Resilience Project and explore the connection between ocean soundscapes, music, and community. Join us for a traditional Jamaican meal and a journey of sensory connection. ✨ Entry is free, but registration is required. 👉 Click the link in the bio to register ⬆️

Sound meets science beneath the surface 🌊🔊 We’ve officially kicked off our Coral Sonic Resilience Project at Alligator Head Foundation led by @tba_21 artist @marcobarotti exploring how acoustic enrichment can help restore life to degraded reefs. By reintroducing the natural sounds of healthy coral ecosystems, we’re creating cues that attract fish, support recruitment, and help jumpstart reef recovery 🐠🪸 This is restoration with a twist — not just rebuilding structure, but reviving the soundscape of the sea. Stay tuned as we listen, learn, and bring reefs back to life 💙 #CoralRestoration #AcousticEnrichment #OceanInnovation

Lights, camera, coral action 🎥🌊 We were pleased to host Television Jamaica (TVJ) at the Alligator Head Foundation (AHF) for a feature on our novel Coral Sonic Resilience project — an innovative acoustic enrichment initiative designed to support reef recovery by restoring healthy reef soundscapes. Healthy coral reefs aren’t just vibrant — they’re noisy. By reintroducing natural reef sounds to degraded areas, we aim to attract fish and other marine life, accelerating ecosystem recovery and strengthening climate resilience. The story highlights visiting researcher Marco Barotti, whose pioneering work at the intersection of sound, art, and marine science informs this approach, alongside AHF Scientific Officer Bethany Dean, who is helping to lead implementation on the ground. We’re excited to see innovation, collaboration, and Caribbean science in the spotlight 💙🐠 Watch full video on our YouTube channel @ Alligator Head Foundation #CoralRestoration #AcousticEnrichment #ClimateResilience #MarineScience #AHF

🔊 Jamaica first in reef restoration innovation!🌊 The Alligator Head Foundation is leading Jamaica’s first-ever acoustic enrichment initiative for coral reef restoration, in collaboration with TBA Academy @tba_21 . This innovative research uses recordings from healthy reefs to attract fish and support coral recovery in degraded areas. 🪸🐟 By pioneering this approach in Jamaica, AHF is placing the country at the forefront of sound-based marine conservation in the Caribbean.🐠🪸 The research is led alongside marine scientist Marco Borgotti @marcobarotti of TBA Academy @tba21academy , bringing expert insight into the science behind acoustic enrichment.🔊 #ReefRestoration #alligatorheadfoundation #MarineInnovation #CaribbeanConservation

`Corals` This installation by @marcobarotti Just a few degrees warmer – and the colors disappear. The installation uses real-time data* on ocean conditions, fed into machine-learning models that modulate the sound, visuals, and movement of the work. These include sea surface temperatures, anomalies, waves, currents, and biological data. A coral reef location somewhere in the world is selected at random. The installation then shows its situation in real time. Installation by: @MarcoBarotti Clips: @frank_sauer The artworks were created for the @LostArtFestival - Vol. 3. #lostartfestival #lostartfestivalberlin #exhibitionberlin #museumberlin #lostplacesberlin lostplaces lightinstallation ———————————— The next exhibition will be in June 2026. Feel free to sign up for our list to be informed before the public announcement. You can find the link in the bio of @thedarkroomsexhibition

The Exhibition is Open! We’re proud to announce the opening of our debut exhibition, Beyond Us, featuring the works of @marcobarotti , the @falling_walls Science Breakthrough of the Year 2025 in the category Art & Science. Barotti’s works explore how sound can connect art and science. As coral reefs reach an irreversible global tipping point in October 2025, Barotti’s works call for renewed attention and care toward the ocean. Beyond Us runs 6–9 November at our Festival Hub FORUM (@holzmarkt_25 ) in the Artistenhalle. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome. 🪸Opening Hours: Thursday, 6 November: 14:00–17:30 Friday, 7 November: 12:00–21:00 Saturday, 8 November: 12:00–21:00 Sunday, 9 November: 12:00–20:00 👉 Join us on Sunday, 9 November, from 17:30–18:15, when Marco Barotti will give a talk on the FORUM’s Main Stage, sharing the story and science behind his art. A big thank you to the team at the Artistenhalle for hosting the exhibition in their space. Photos by Marco Barotti #BerlinScienceWeek25 #BeyondNow #ArtScience #FallingWalls

We’re excited to announce our debut exhibition, Beyond Us, showcasing the works of @marcobarotti , the @falling_walls Science Breakthrough of the Year in Art & Science 2025! Barotti's award-winning project, Coral Sonic Resilience, has not only earned him the Falling Walls award but also an Honorary Mention from @startseu at @arselectronica 2025. As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we’re proud to present a special work-in-progress of Barotti’s new piece, Coral Sonic Resilience — a sound exploration of coral reefs that reflects the fragile state of this ecosystem and the urgent call to restore harmony with the underwater world. WHEN: 6-9 November WHERE: FORUM @holzmarkt_25 ADMISSION: Free 🪸Discover more about the exhibition at berlinscienceweek.com or via the link in our bio! #BerlinScienceWeek25 #BeyondNow #ArtScience #FallingWalls

I had a studio visit by Thomas Lindemann last month and this beautiful, giant feature just came out in the FAZ Quarterly. @fazquarterly @tom7indemann @zkmkarlsruhe @relaxound @unipd @allesblinkt @tim_lamont3 @coral_restoration_feridhoo @ambientrecording @3dwasp @electrovoiceofficial @antonio_beggiato @berlinscienceweek @falling_walls @senkultgz @andyfofanaa #coralsonicresilience #coral #acousticenrichment #artandscience #soundart #coexistence #morethanhuman