URI scientists discover function of microbes living in oysters

Scientists from the University of Rhode Island have taken the first steps toward understanding the function of microbes that live on and in Eastern oysters, ...

GSA Officially Introduces One-Of-A-Kind Best Seafood Practices Certification Program

The Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) on June 2 officially introduced Best Seafood Practices (BSP), the world’s only third-party certification program capable of providing credible third-party ...

Declining fish biodiversity poses risks for human nutrition

All fish are not created equal, at least when it comes to nutritional benefits.

Maritime technologies in harmony with the oceanic ecosystem

Protecting and exploring our oceans, and managing them in a sustainable way, are challenges directly facing each and every one of us. Fraunhofer researchers are ...

Fish and whales keep greenhouse gases in the ocean

A new study from the University of Agder shows that animals are part of the natural carbon cycle process that absorbs greenhouse gas emissions.

UFC-backed tilapia skin research finds applications in dentistry, nutrition, cosmetics and over a dozen other medical specialties

Successful applications in the treatment of burn wounds, vaginal reconstruction procedures and gender confirmation surgery have made fish skin grafts increasingly popular worldwide. Recent studies ...

International joint research reveals how fish adapt to ocean acidification by modifying gene expression

Human-driven global change is challenging the scientific community to understand how marine species might adapt to predicted environmental conditions in the near-future (e.g. hypoxia, ocean ...

Effects of nanoplastics on Canadian and Guadeloupean oysters

by Audrey-Maude Vézina*Canada – An international research shows that the exposure of oysters to nanoplastics and arsenic could affect their biological functions.

A new strategy propels international community to improve aquatic animal health and welfare worldwide

Paris – The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) launches an unprecedented global strategy on aquatic animal health with the support of its 182 Members. ...

Launch of free e-learning platform to help aquaculture professionals improve the efficiency and sustainability of their facilities

A new e-learning platform launches today (31stMay) to aid aquaculture professionals in understanding key topics in energy and water efficiency and to assist them in ...