Scientists turn back evolutionary clock to develop high-CO2-tolerant microalgae

China.- The rapid elevation of atmospheric carbon dioxide level has led to global warming and ocean acidification. Microalgae, accounting for nearly 40 percent of global ...

Chinese Study Helps Trace Evolution of Fish Scales

China.- Fish fossils, dating back about 425 million years ago, are providing insights into the evolution of scales on bony fishes.

INvertebrateIT fostering invertebrate-based solutions for the Aquaculture sector

Continuing its successes into its final weeks, the INvertebrateIT project team’s on-line webinar series proved popular amongst the invertebrate feed sector. The INvertebrateIT project invited ...

Government of Canada takes steps to protect Aquatic Species at Risk

Ottawa, Canada.- Canada’s natural environment and wildlife are at the core of our national identity. Biodiversity is the cornerstone of our way of life – ...

Overcoming Impediments to Shellfish Aquaculture: Case Studies

USA.- More than half of the population of the continental United States resides in coastal communities, which are increasingly home to commercial shellfish aquaculture operations. ...

Eating fish may help prevent asthma

Australia.- A James Cook University scientist says an innovative study has revealed new evidence that eating fish can help prevent asthma.

Study shows first evidence bacterial-induced apoptosis in algae

Canada.- A new study by UAlberta biologists shows the first evidence of apoptosis, or programmed cell death in algae. The outcomes have broad-reaching implications, from ...

Are closed containment aquaculture the only solution?

Norway.- There is a growing interest in closed containment aquaculture (CCA). Many want to know more, and the questions are many: Why do we need ...

A brief overview of fish farming systems

Norway.- There are several ways to farm a salmon. Here is a short explanation to four different fish farming systems in use and under development ...

Algae could prevent limb amputation

UK.- A new algae-based treatment could reduce the need for amputation in people with critical limb ischaemia, according to new research we’ve funded, published today ...