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Top scientist named as head of Institute of Aquaculture

Top scientist named as head of Institute of Aquaculture

Award-winning marine biologist Professor Selina Stead has been named as the new head of the University of Stirling’s Institute of Aquaculture.

Scotland's £3.5m bid to improve salmon gill health

Scotland's £3.5m bid to improve salmon gill health

Two Scottish consortiums, backed by the Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC), are embarking on initiatives valued at a combined £3.5 million to improve gill health and resilience among farmed Atlantic salmon – one of the industry’s most significant challenges.

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Creating a buzz about fly farming in Scotland

Creating a buzz about fly farming in Scotland

A one-day workshop on the potential for insect farming in Scotland is to be held in Edinburgh next month to bring together key organisations from across the would-be insect supply chain.

Imported shrimp is safe say Scottish university scientists

Imported shrimp is safe say Scottish university scientists

Scientists at the University of Stirling’s Institute of Aquaculture have challenged concerns around the consumption of imported farmed shrimp – with new research indicating that it is as safe as any other seafood product.

Innovator praises backing for lice-control project

Innovator praises backing for lice-control project

The head of an innovative project to give salmon farming a new weapon against sea lice has praised the support being provided through government funding.

Salmon fed GM-camelina oil to raise omega-3 level

Salmon fed GM-camelina oil to raise omega-3 level

Scientists in Scotland have begun a large-scale study aimed at restoring the level of omega-3 in farmed salmon by feeding them a diet containing oil from genetically modified camelina.

Stirling plans more short courses after debut success

Stirling plans more short courses after debut success

A new short course in fish health and welfare by Stirling University’s Institute of Aquaculture (IoA) has been declared a success by organisers, who are now looking to develop more in-depth follow-on courses.

Strong showing at student event

Strong showing at student event

An alumnus of Stirling’s Institute of Aquaculture (IoA) was one of the star attractions at the Aquaculture Students Association's (ASA) second annual careers fair.