‘Freeze or flee’ reactions run in fish families

Families of fish tend to share similar reactions to stressful situations, new research shows.

Cell division in microalgae: mitosis revealed in detail for the first time

by Universität Bielefeld. Cell division ensures growth or renewal and is thus vital for all organisms. However, the process differs somewhat in animals, bacteria, fungi, plants, ...

USDA Announces $50 Million in Grants Awarded to States to Support the Seafood Industry

Washington – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced an investment of approximately $50 million in grants to support seafood processors, processing facilities and ...

Oregon State research uncovers key insight for restoration of globally important kelp forests

by Steve Lundeberg, Oregon State UniversityCorvallis – Restoration efforts for kelp forests may be most effective in areas where the bedrock seafloor is highly contoured, ...

Seaweed removal helps coral babies thrive

by James Cook University Marine scientists have found removing macroalgae from reefs can help coral larvae settle and has great possibilities as a citizen-science project to ...

NIVA will review European rules and governance for the marine environment

The Norwegian Institute for Water Research (NIVA) has recently been awarded funding to lead a new EU project that will investigate the interaction between all ...

Production of large salmon smolt: what are the best practices?

by Reidun Lilleholt Kraugerud, Nofima What are the best practices for the production of large salmon smolt? And how do large smolt perform in the sea? ...

Global Study Determines Economic Value of Shellfish and Seaweed Aquaculture

by National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science When practiced and managed well, shellfish and seaweed aquaculture can provide sustainable seafood and improve the surrounding environment. The ...

ShellCast App Helps Growers Forecast Harvest Closures

By Carrie Clower, North Carolina State University North Carolina weather is unpredictable, to say the least. For most, that means determining whether or not to pack ...

Frozen spawn could heat up shellfish industry efficiency

By Melissa Jo Hill, Cornell University The $8.8 million dollar aquaculture industry in New York state depends on shellfish hatcheries for seed stock every year. But ...