A2S proudly participated in the 7th Genomics in Aquaculture (GIA) Symposium held in Thessaloniki, Greece, showcasing significant research contributions from its team members. João Estevão delivered an insightful presentation on his PhD research, focusing on the “Signatures of Selection for Tolerance and Resistance to Perkinsus olseni in Grooved Carpet Shell Clam (Ruditapes decussatus) Using…
Updated news The Biosecurity Level 2 workshop was a pivotal event for advancing the knowledge of professionals dedicated to safeguarding our environment. Attendees had the opportunity to delve into biosecurity best practices and the protocols implemented at the institutional level, through dynamic learning and discussion sessions. We are immensely grateful to all participants for their…
In late April, A2S researcher Lourenço Ramos Pinto returned to Bergen, Norway, for the final meeting of the Breedflat project. An occasion to celebrate the strong bonds formed among all participating research institutes, universities, and companies. The Breedflat project focused on boosting the performance of flatfish breeders by enhancing their immune systems and providing key…
We’re excited to announce that Maria João Peixoto, a researcher at A2S, will serve as the guest editor for a special issue in Animals, MDPI, focusing on “Enhancing Fish Welfare through Nutritional Strategies for Immune Support” This Special Issue aims to publish high-quality multidisciplinary papers related to the latest advances in the fields of nutrition…
CIIMAR had the pleasure of hosting AQUASOJA, a key player in aquaculture fish feed production under the Soja de Portugal agri-food group. During their time at CIIMAR, they gained insights into our work on animal health and sustainable aquaculture practices, witnessing our commitment to innovation and partnerships for long-term sustainability. This visit took place…
A group of professors from Armenia and Ukraine visited CIIMAR on the 20th of February, in the context of the Erasmus project AFISHE The AFISHE project intends to establish a network connecting Armenia, Ukraine, and EU partner countries in the realms of aquaculture and fisheries. This network will serve as a platform for collaborative educational…