This research explores how bacteria found in stony corals could be a valuable source of new antibiotics and other medicines. Scientists discovered that certain bacteria called actinomycetes living in coral reefs produce unique compounds that can fight harmful microbes and potentially treat diseases. The study’s impact on everyday life includes: • New sources of antibiotics to fight drug-resistant infections • Potential new treatments for cancer and other diseases • Protection of coral reef ecosystems through better understanding of coral-bacteria relationships • Economic opportunities for Pacific island nations with pristine coral reefs • Sustainable ways to discover new medicines without damaging marine environments