Fish Nutrition and Physiology

Nigerian Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research

Fish Nutrition and Physiology

Dr. Yakub Ademola Semiu

Director Of Biological Oceanography

Mission

The Department of Fish Nutrition and Physiology is dedicated to advancing scientific research on fish nutritional needs, cost- effective production, metabolic processes as well as physiological mechanism and development of culturable fishes.

Vision

To be recognized as the center of excellence in Fish Nutrition and Physiology research, driving and fostering sustainable development in Fisheries.

Mandate

Conduct fundamental and Applied research to address critical gaps in knowledge of fish nutrition, Physiology and metabolism.
Investigate factors (dietary, environmental and genetic) influencing fish growth, health, reproduction and immune responses of Fish.
Ensure efficient and sustainable cost – effective aqua feed production to meet fish industry needs while promoting environmental friendliness.
Provide evidence – based recommendation to policy makers on sustainable resource management.

Nigerian Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research (NIOMR), is a multidisciplinary marine research institute and Nigeria’s prime institute for Marine Sciences.

Nigerian Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research