This review describes mean and turbulent flow and mass transport in the presence of
aquatic vegetation. Within emergent canopies, the turbulent length scales are set by the …

The geometric complexity of coral reefs leads to interesting fluid mechanics problems at
scales ranging from those of coral colonies or even branches a few millimeters in diameter …

The world's coastal zones are experiencing rapid development and an increase in storms
and flooding. These hazards put coastal communities at heightened risk, which may …

This paper highlights some recent trends in vegetation hydrodynamics, focusing on
conditions within channels and spanning spatial scales from individual blades, to canopies …

One of the most frequently quoted ecosystem services of seagrass meadows is their value
for coastal protection. Many studies emphasize the role of above-ground shoots in …

In this paper, we present an experimental and numerical study that describes the motion of
flexible blades, scaled to be dynamically similar to natural aquatic vegetation, forced by …

Vegetation can contribute to coastal defence by dam** incoming waves. However, prior
studies have shown that attenuation varies greatly among plant species. Plant flexibility is a …

Aquatic vegetation provides ecosystem services of great value, including the dam** of
waves, which protects shorelines and reduces resuspension. This study proposes a …

Although the oceans play a fundamental role in sha** the distribution and function of coral
reefs worldwide, a modern understanding of the complex interactions between ocean and …

Coastal wetlands such as salt marshes and mangroves provide valuable ecosystem
services including coastal protection. Many studies have assessed the influence of plant …