FishHealthOMICS
FishHealthOMICS is a research project focused on improving fish health and sustainability in aquaculture through advanced lipidomics and metabolomics. Using high-resolution UHPLC-Orbitrap MS technology, the project investigates lipid and metabolite profiles in farmed salmon and cod to better understand key biological challenges affecting the industry.
Key Aspects of FishHealthOMICS:
- Advanced Molecular Profiling:
The project applies state-of-the-art lipidomics and metabolomics to map biochemical changes in fish across development stages and under environmental stress conditions.
- Addressing Aquaculture Challenges:
FishHealthOMICS targets major health issues such as sea lice, winter sores, sudden death syndrome, and gastrointestinal disorders, all of which impact animal welfare and industry profitability.
- Improved Fish Health and Welfare:
By identifying biomarkers and metabolic pathways linked to disease and stress, the project supports the development of more targeted nutrition and farming strategies.
- Method Development and Innovation:
The project includes development and validation of robust analytical workflows, from sample preparation to data acquisition, with applications extending beyond aquaculture to other biological and clinical fields.
- Sustainable Industry Impact:
The knowledge generated will contribute to more sustainable and efficient production systems, strengthening the Norwegian salmon and cod industries and supporting their global leadership.
FishHealthOMICS represents a cutting-edge approach to aquaculture research, combining analytical chemistry and biology to drive innovation, improve fish welfare, and enhance sustainability across the value chain.