Mangroves: The natural superheroes that protect our coasts

When you think of protecting our coasts, you probably think of dikes and seawalls. But did you know that mangroves, a special type of tree that grows between land and sea, also play an essential role in coastal protection?  In this story, Erik Horstman, associate professor of Civil Engineering, tells you how these unique trees can be the key to defending our coasts against rising sea levels and extreme weather conditions. More...