Marine Biotechnology & Aquaculture Research Group

#mbargpaper MBA students and reserachers 👩‍🔬👨‍🔬 published a study that aimed to characterize the #lipid profile of the trunk muscles from cultured short-snout #seahorses (#Hippocampus hippocampus). Available at🎯: doi.org/10.1016/j.afre… #cesam_univ @cesam_univ

#mbargnews📣 From 30-31 March, our researchers 👩‍🔬Rosário Domingues, Ana Moreira, Diana Lopes, Tiago Conde , Mariana Neves and João Duarte attended the #ANALÍTICA2026, held at the UA.🧪 They presented their work on #algae #lipidomics valorization (#AlgaeVertical) 🌿🌊 #cesam_univ

MBA researchers 🧑‍🔬👩‍🔬 investigated how #seasonality 🌞 influences the #biochemical composition 🧪of four high-value Atlantic #seaweeds 🌱, Ulva sp., Fucus vesiculosus, Porphyra dioica, and Palmaria palmata, cultivated in #IMTA 🌊. doi.org/10.1016/j.jfca… #cesam_univ @cesam_univ

The world has reached an important milestone: 10% of the ocean is now protected. In just two years, countries have added 5 million km² of protected ocean. That’s real progress. But this isn’t the finish line … The next challenge isn’t just protecting more ocean - it’s protecting it well. info.iucn.org/4c0AK6I @protectedplanet @unepwcmc

Our researchers 👨‍🔬👩‍🔬 published a study that evaluated the #lipidomic remodelling of the brain 🧠 and muscle of an animal model of #depression, the #zebrafish 🐟. 🎯Find out more about this interesting study at: doi.org/10.1016/j.jad.… #cesam_univ @cesam_univ

81% of companies see invasive alien species (IAS) as a critical or moderate business risk — yet many don't see the threat to their own organisation. A new report by @FaunaFloraInt & @IUCN (supported by @TNFD) reveals the top barriers to action: ⚠️ Lack of data (53%) 📉 Low awareness (50%) 💸 Cost constraints (41%) IAS are among the top 5 drivers of biodiversity loss. The solution? Collaboration is key. Read the full report: bit.ly/40xDoMb

#mbargnews📣 Yesterday, our researcher 👨🏻‍🔬Ricardo Calado, gave a talk on the Blue Bioeconomy at the @SOAlliance Aveiro Deep Talks. We had a full house to discuss Portuguese #bluebioeconomy! 🌊 #cesam_univ

Seagrasses are among the planet's most diverse & valuable marine ecosystems. They’re powerful allies in combating climate change. On Sunday's #WorldSeagrassDay, join @UNEP in calling for the protection of seagrasses to #SaveOurOcean & our common future. un.org/en/observances…

Our researchers 👨‍🔬👩‍🔬 participated with oral presentations 🧑‍💼👩‍💼 in the conference Aquaculture America 🇺🇸, in Las Vegas, between the 17th and 19th of february. #cesam_univ @cesam_univ

New paper out!! Find out our most recent discoveries on goby macrophysiology across a geographical cline and seasonality! 🐟🌍🌊Open access link below 👇 doi.org/10.1016/j.mare… @UCIBIO_Research @UAlg @UnivAveiro #ExtremeOceans #EnvironmentalOmics

Our group has a new PhD 🥳 Today, Simão Maia 👨‍🎓 presented his thesis entitled "Lipid profile from embryos of commercially important decapod crustaceans" 🦀🦞 Well done Simão 👏🎉 A lot of success! #cesam_univ @cesam_univ

The world needs science, and science needs women. 👩‍🔬🧪 Yet, they remain under-represented and struggle to get recognition for their achievements. More from @UNESCO on Wednesday’s International Day of Women and Girls in Science: unesco.org/en/days/women-…

A juvenile sea urchin moving across its habitat, filmed at 10x magnification by zoologist Dr. Alvaro Migotto. See the rest of the winners of Nikon’s Small World in Motion competition in 2025: on.natgeo.com/4qzYUul

MBA researchers👩‍🔬👨‍🔬are authors of a review, which explores phenotypic plasticity and evolutionary adaptation as mechanisms shaping marine species’ responses to climate change☀️🔥 and ocean acidification. doi.org/10.1007/s10750… Image: Madalena Missionário #cesam_univ @cesam_univ

We have a new PhD in the group! 🥳 Today, Bruna Neves👩‍🎓presented her thesis entitled "Valorization of Portuguese Avocado as a source of high added-value bioactive lipids using OMICS-based approaches" 🥑 Congratulations and a lot of success 👏🎉 #cesam_univ @cesam_univ

5️⃣ reasons why we need to protect these vital ecosystems 👇 #WorldWetlandsDay

Monday is #WorldWetlandsDay. Wetlands are vital for biodiversity, climate and human well-being. Every effort must be taken to these unsung heroes of the climate crisis. 📷: @UNEP

The MBA group has a new PhD 🥳 Today, Ruben Xavier 👨‍🎓 presented his thesis entitled “Efeitos do aquecimento oceânico e branqueamento na performance de um nudibrânquio estenófago”🌊🌡️ Congratulations Ruben and a lot of success 👏🎉 #cesam_univ @cesam_univ

Our reseachers 👨‍🔬👩‍🔬 published a study that presents a detailed protocol for the successful #rearing of multiple generations of #Elysia crispata 🐛whose cells have the hability to capture and retain functional chloroplasts. doi.org/10.3390/biolog… #cesam_univ @cesam_univ

Climate change and nutrient pollution are driving oxygen out of the ocean and coastal waters, threatening marine life and fisheries. #ClimateAction