DTU Aqua

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Plaice on healthy seabed in Oresund

DTU Aqua works for well-functioning oceans, rivers, and lakes where biodiversity can thrive. Our research, advisory services, and education contribute to the development of a sustainable blue bioeconomy, robust aquatic ecosystems, and reduced effects of climate change.

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Small sandeels

27 juni 2024

The sandeel's sense of sand

The sandeel plays an important role in the marine ecosystem as a key species in the food chain. Now research shows that sandeels are picky about the sandy bottom where they burrow – and this makes them vulnerable to potential changes to their habitats, which are sand and gravel banks.
Comorant in Alling River, Denmark

25 juni 2024

Focus on the cormorant in a major project to save Europe's freshwater fish

83 percent of Europe's freshwater fish have disappeared. According to researchers, this is not least due to the cormorant, which now feeds in large numbers on the fish in streams and rivers. A new EU research project will delve into the problem and come up with proposals for efforts that can save fish such as grayling, trout and salmon.
Barracuda (Sphyraena viridensis). Photo: Marcel Montanyès Solé

06 juni 2024

PhD defence on marine fish diversity patterns, drivers and underlying processes

On 14 June 2024, Marcel Montanyès Solé will defend his PhD thesis. The defence can be followed online or attended in person at DTU Lyngby Campus. 
Round goby. Photo: Sune Riis Sørensen.

06 juni 2024

PhD defence on what makes invasive species successful in marine ecosystems

On 17 June 2024, Antoni Vivó Pons will defend his PhD thesis. The defence can be followed online or attended in person at DTU Lyngby Campus.
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Research areas at DTU Aqua

How do we find the balance between conserving andutilizing aquatic resources? This is a core question in DTU Aqua's research. The results of our research contribute to preserving and restoring healthy seas, lakes and rivers and to the sustainable development of fisheries, aquaculture and other sectors within the blue bioeconomy.

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Researcher on board vessel

Scientific advice

DTU Aqua provides research-based advice to Danish and international authorities. The largest agreement for advising authorities is with the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries of Denmark.
Deployment of CTD from the research vessel Havfisken

Education

Are you interested in educational programmes with focus on the ocean, lakes and rivers or sustainable production of fish, shellfish or seaweed? Then learn more about the possibilities at DTU. 
The research vessel Dana in Greenland

Facilities for experimental research

DTU Aqua has unique research facilities at our four locations in Denmark. This includes research vessels, a state-of-the art oyster hatchery, and a range of specialized test facilities and laboratories. 

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