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UMBC Center for Precision Aquaculture launches to boost sustainable U.S. fish farming

Brad Ziegler

IMET Researchers Help Launch New Center for Precision Aquaculture

A $1.5 million congressional investment is bringing cutting-edge AI and sensor technology to land-based fish farming. Read more about how IMET researchers are leading the way toward a more sustainable American seafood supply.

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The mision of the Recirculating Aquaculture Salmon Network is to facilitate the growth of environmentally sustainable and economically feasible Atlantic salmon RAS production in the United States in order to provide better food security and reduce the current trade deficit associated with salmon imports. This project is led by Dr. Yonathan Zohar.

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