SALMOCODE

Salmon Map of Organs and Cells for Optimal Development of Embryos

ALMOCODE will tackle the problems of abnormal organ development by detecting its onset as early as possible, using leading edge technology and concepts from genomics and developmental biology. These diagnostics will be used to formulate evidence-based best practices for preventing the appearance of these abnormalities.

FRANTIC

Improving resistance of farmed Atlantic cod to francisellosis

The main goal of the project is to improve francisellosis resistance in Atlantic cod through a comprehensive assessment of the underlying genetic, physiological, and immunological mechanisms determining resistance to francisellosis.

SeaSoil

Reduction and management of potentially toxic substances in seaweed

The overall objective of this project is to promote value creation, including ecosystem services, and a further expansion of the seaweed industry in Europe.

COOLFISH

Improving Atlantic salmon health and welfare by metabolic programming

In COOLFISH, we will investigate the role of embryonic temperature on the development and function of the Atlantic salmon immune system later in life, and exploit this knowledge to enhance fish health, welfare and production.

Genomics4Robust

Integrating genomics resources for robust fish for the future

Advancements in the use of genomic resources as a tool to improve health and performance hold promise to tackle production barriers in aquaculture. Upgrading competence and mastering of these new emerging genomic tools is essential for Nofima to realize the development of robust fish that can thrive in future environments.

CrispResist

Harnessing cross-species variation in sea lice resistance

Do Pacific salmon species carry a secret they could share with Atlantic salmon? What is it in the genes that make these relatives of Atlantic salmon less susceptible to lice? Researchers is looking for the answers to these questions, using the gene editing method CRISPR-Cas9.

EATFISH

Genetics of AGD and gill health in Atlantic salmon

In this project we evaluate phenotypes to describe resistance to amoebic gill disease, with regards to their ability to improve gill health through selective breeding.

NoLice

Novel tools and knowledge for a future with no lice infestations in Norwegian aquaculture

The overall aim of this project is to identify naturally produced compounds that are associated with Atlantic salmon susceptibility and resistance to two parasitic sea lice species and to develop tools that can be applied to boost Atlantic salmon resistance and reduce lice infestation in Norway.

MacroALGAQUA

Increasing sustainable macroalgae production in Norway to provide food/feed ingredients

The project will contribute significantly to the development of a new aquaculture industry in the north of Norway as well as contributing valuable knowledge and techniques in genetic breeding, biomass processing and industrial application opportunities that will benefit the industry throughout Norway.

Development of SNP array for cod

Existing genome sequence data is used to discover genomic SNP-variants and develop SNP-array specific for the Norwegian cod population. Use of the SNP-panel is demonstrated by analyzing data from the National Cod Breeding Program.

NewTechAqua

New solutions for sustainable aquaculture research and innovation

In this project we test and develop new solutions for European aquaculture.

PathoSeq

Food safety with high precision – Pathogenomics for the food industry

The objective of the «PathoSeq» project is to prepare Norwegian food industry for the challenges and possibilities of using modern DNA sequencing technologies for surveillance and control of foodborne pathogenic bacteria. The focus is on Listeria monocytogenes, considered the largest food safety challenge in Norwegian food processing industry.

CMSEdit

Gene editing for CMS resistance in salmon

Identify and validate candidate genes for CMS resistance in Atlantic salmon through state-of-the-art gene editing.

AquaIMPACT

More robust, healthy, nutritious and resource-efficient fish in European aquaculture

A salmon's skin is an effective first line of defence against pathogens. In this new project, scientists will investigate how omega-3 fatty acids and zinc affect the robustness of barrier tissue such as skin, gills and intestines.

FutureEUAqua

Future growth in sustainable, resilient and climate friendly European aquaculture

In this project we will investigate future fish farming through the value chain, in various production systems and with various species, from the genetics to processing and packaging, including societal and economical aspects.

MedAID

Aquaculture growth in the Mediterranean

MedAID (Mediterranean Aquaculture Integrated Development), a four year EU H2020 research project, will address key factors to improve aquaculture production in the Mediterranean. The project brings together the best aquaculture experts from over 30 organisations from 12 countries.

BALANCE

Metabolic imbalance in Atlantic salmon – Significance of the interaction between nutrition and genetics

In BALANCE the aim was to increase the basic understanding of how nutrients in the feed, in combination with genetic background, affect the occurrence of metabolically induced health and quality problems in Atlantic salmon.

PROGRESS

Programming Fish for Robustness

PROGRESS is a strategic internal project of the institute that aims to investigate the epigenetic programming resulting from low oxygen stress during early development and how this influences the robustness of salmon.