What we want to do

We endeavour to carry out research, educate and deliver services of high quality to society. Our objectives are to:

  • Achieve excellence in the research topics covered by our unit
  • Provide sound scientific evidence to managers and policy makers for the management and conservation of marine resources
  • Cooperate with public and private organizations towards the sustainable use and management of living resources.
  • Raise awareness among the next generations and provide training in marine biodiversity conservation and marine parasitology, paying particular attention to students from developing countries.
  • Increase the competitiveness of companies by providing services and tools that promote the environmentally friendly exploitation of marine resources.
  • Enjoy life by cooperating with excellent colleagues and have a good time in a wonderful working environment.