
We address all levels of biological diversity in the marine realm, from genes to ecosystems and from microbes to metazoans, for ecological and biotechnological purposes

We operate a large variety of tanks for breeding, larval rearing, nursery and grow-out, and feeding and behaviour studies

With -omics approaches we elucidate the genetic basis of phenotypic variability in Mediterranean aquaculture

We study reproductive function and its control in captivity, a prerequisite for the sustainable development of commercial aquaculture

Feeding comprises 60% of total aquaculture production costs, and we work to develop high-performing and environmentally safe feeds with sustainable ingredients

As marine habitats change and adapt due to global and local pressures, we monitor and assess ecological states, taking into account current environmental challenges

We study the evolution of natural populations to address their response to climate change and invasion processes, and enable conservation and stock management

Our research into the biology of new finfish species, such as meagre, greater amberjack and Atlantic bluefin tuna, supports the diversification of aquaculture
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Dr Pascal Divanach has passed away on May 14, 2021
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Dr Pascal Divanach has passed away on May 14, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce that Dr. Pascal Divanach passed away on 14 May, 2021 after a long battle with a terminal illness. Dr. P. Divanach was a pioneer of marine finfish aquaculture worldwide and one of the founding researchers of what is today the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research a world class research on marine sciences