Salem Clemens
Salem Clemens
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Salem Clemens is an aquarist that's been obsessed with all aspects of the hobby fresh and salt for a decade. He worked for around five years in the retail side of the industry and recently graduated with a degree in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology and a minor in Chemistry. During his time in college he studied coral pathology working closely with his universities Biology and Chemistry programs where he gained experience in microbiology, biochemistry and analytical techniques such as GC-MS. Salem has a passion for rare and oddball corals, fish and inverts, experimenting with new methods and attempting to solve problems in the trade. He hopes to utilize an objective lens to help elute the best information and practices in the industry.

Humble Fish Makes Progress On Uronema Treatment – Finds Ruby Reef Rally + Copper Power Effective

Last week Bobby Miller of Humble Fish posted that he had made progress in his war against Uronema. He reported the following: “Ruby Reef Rally: At the very least, treatment appears to be successful at preventing the spread of Uronema…

Hydrospace Releases “Deep Cycle” A Consortium of Real Reef Microbes

Intensive R&D and Transparency In 2022 Hydrospace went on an exhibition to French Polynesia where they collected sediment from a real reef. Since then Kenneth the owner of Hydrospace has been hard at work cultivating the microbes found on that…

BIOTA Successfully Achieves Commercialization of Captive-Bred Pacific Blue Tangs

For several years, BIOTA has offered captive-bred Blue Hippo Tangs (Paracanthurus hepatus) in batches. After a five-year process and with the application of cutting-edge larval techniques developed by the Hawaii Pacific University – Oceanic Institute and BIOTA Hawaii, this species…

Reefability The AI Driven App Is Live – Helps Make ICP, DOC, and Microbiome Data Actionable

Reefability is a new app that utilizes the power of AI to help users with many basic and complex task. The app is available on IOS and Android. As of now the app is free on IOS – once payment…

Top Shelf Aquatics Brings In Rainbow Vitiensis

In recent months many Lobophyllia vitiensis have began to pour into the states in mass due to increased collection in the Solomon Islands. In the past these corals were relatively uncommon or at least undesirable due to their relatively drab…

After 27 Years Prodibio Enters Liquidation – CEO Promises It’s Not The End

Last week, the CEO of Prodibio, Nicolas Tiliacos, posted on Linkedin the following: “Rising from the ashes: a new beginning for the Prodibio spirit After more than 27 years of commitment, innovation and passion in the field of aquarium products,…

Mastertronic Essential Release Delayed – Focustronic Offers Free Gift To Select Pre-Order Customers

Yesterday the official Focustronic account posted the following text and image “***Update for the Mastertronic Essential*** Due to a series of uncontrollable events, the release of the Mastertronic Essential will need to be postponed by 1-2 months before shipping from…

Reef Casa Releases Nova Refugium Light Designed For AIO’s

Reef Casa has released a new refugium light aimed at all in one’s that retails for $72-$136 depending on the accessories purchased. In the past people have opted for the DIY route when it comes to setting up a refugium…

Vibrant Corals Imports Sick Acropora millepora With a Surprise Splice

Last week Vibrant Corals and Fish located in Irving Texas brought in an absolute stunner of a millie. Hailing from Golden Reef Solomon Island this piece features a green base with purple/pink corallites at the base and dark blue/purple corallites…

Saudi Arabia Takes Over Secretariat Position In The International Coral Reef Initiative

The International Coral Reef Initiative or ICRI is a global partnership between 45 countries that focuses on plans of action for reef conservation and restoration set by a secretariat determined every two years. The last secretariat position was held by…