Reassembly of external microbiome following husbandry stressors

Part of the Fish Health and Nutrition theme from the Environmental and Applied Biology Research Group
Salmon farm, courtesy of Getty Images
In aquaculture, fish are often subjected to bath-based interventions to treat ectoparasites or infections affecting the skin or gills. These treatments can negatively impact mucosal health, including the disruption of mucosal microbiomes.
This project aims to investigate the role of microbial solutions in promoting the health of Atlantic salmon by fortifying and repopulating the epidermal and gill mucosal microbiomes following ectoparasite treatments.
 
Salmon swimming against river current. Norway, Stavanger region, Rogaland, Ryfylke scenic route. Salmon in these rivers is a very significant part of the worldwide stock of Atlantic salmon. Courtesy of Getty Images.
 
Atlantic Salmon farm pen
A Salmon farm on the Scottish west coast. Courtesy of Getty Images
Salmon fish farm. Bergen, Norway. Courtesy of Getty Images.

Aquaculture: Fish Health and Nutrition

The University of Plymouth has a strong research track record in the fields of fish health and nutrition dating back more than three decades.
Led by Dr Daniel Merrifield , the Fish Health and Nutrition research team actively engages with hatcheries, aquaculture farms and various other organisations, nationally and internationally, to support and conduct research and development at fundamental and applied levels contributing to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, 2 (Zero Hunger), 12 (Sustainable Consumption and Production) and 14 (Life Below Water).
Sustainable aquaculture facilities