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DNA reference for key fish species aids food security

by The Roslin InstituteResource detailing genome of Nile tilapia supports sustainable farming of important strain of livestock. A reference DNA code for a genetically improved ...

Multiplex PCR protocol developed to typify existing sub-lineages in Chile of the BKD agent

A collaborative research study between research teams from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC), the Andrés Bello University (UNAB), and the INCAR Center, allowed ...

Single test picks up all strains of deadly fish virus that threatens barramundi

by University of Sydney A third variant of the deadly ISKN fish virus can now be identified in a new test developed by scientists at ...

Use of digestive enzymes improves performance and health of vannamei shrimp

Soybean meal is widely used in shrimp aquaculture as a replacement for fish meal. However, high levels of soybean meal can compromise shrimp health as ...

Using Robots to Fight Toxic Algae

by Lillian Goodwin, USC Viterbi Harmful algae blooms in lakes are a major environmental problem, producing extremely dangerous toxins that can taint water supplies or ...

Algae bio hacks itself in adapting to climate change

by UH News Clear evidence that marine phytoplankton are much more resilient to future climate change than previously thought is the focus of a study ...

Microalgae inoculation accelerates biofloc production

Biofloc technology plays an important role in maintaining the quality of rearing water and provides extra food for aquaculture species. This technology could solve the ...

Ever tried seafood made from algae?

by Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries The Seafood Algternative project is developing algae-based fish substitutes thanks to the support of the European Maritime and ...

Brackish water reduces stress on tilapia during transport

The study concludes that the addition of 4 g/L of salt to transport water reduces stress, liver damage and oxidative stress, and hydromineral imbalance in ...

Replacing single-use plastic film with algae-based biodegradable edible film

by Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries The most common technique in the world of food packaging is single-use plastic films. With a little help ...