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Stretching more than 2,300 kilometres along Australia’s northeast coast, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest living structure on Earth—and one of the most extraordinary ecosystems our planet has ever known. Visible from space and teeming with more species than many rainforests, the reef is a vibrant, breathing world of coral cities, swaying anemones, darting fish, and mysterious deep-sea creatures. But while its scale and splendour inspire awe, its delicate balance hangs by a thread.

🌊 How do you turn seawater into drinking water? 💧 What happens inside the membranes that quietly power cities, ships, and survival efforts? 🔬 Why is reverse osmosis one of the most important technologies of our time—and why don’t more people know about it? In Through the Membrane: The Story of Reverse Osmosis and the Quest for Fresh Water, discover the fascinating science, history, and global impact of one of the most underappreciated breakthroughs in modern engineering. From ancient salt-removal experiments and post-war desalination trials to cutting-edge nanomaterials and ...