E-MISA May 2009
Welcome
Welcome to the first edition of E-MISA, Marine Innovation South Australia's (MISA) electronic newsletter, reporting on the latest developments of MISA partners, with a particular focus on keeping stakeholders up to date with current research results presented in MISA Snapshots.
Did you know that MISA funds 35 marine scientists across five key institutions (South Australian Research and Development Institute; Flinders University; The University of Adelaide; The South Australian Museum; Primary Industries and Resources SA; and the SA Seafood Industry) involved in $80 million worth of seafood research projects? Recent MISA related activities include:
Rearing Yellowtail Kingfish: Focusing on Live Feeds
Trials have investigated the timing and levels of live feeds supplied by yellowtail kingfish (YTK) rearing protocols, thought to potentially effect the growth, survival and level of jaw deformities in larvae. More....
Shark Tracker
Newly appointed MISA scientist, Charlie Huveneers, who has a joint position with SARDI and Flinders University, is tagging sharks to learn more about their movements and how they interact with industry. Full article taken from The Advertiser on Friday the 10th April 2009.
Breakthrough in Tuna Aquaculture
Recent success in achieving a high degree of spawning in captive Southern Bluefin Tuna, resulting in the production of millions and millions of eggs, has attracted world wide attention. More....
Lincoln Marine Science Centre - Stage II Completed
The official commissioning of the $6.59 million Lincoln Marine Science Centre (LMSC) building marks a major milestone in Marine Innovation SA’s efforts to boost South Australia’s capability in marine research and educational opportunities, and to help grow the State’s seafood industry. More.....
MISA Web Site
The MISA web site has recently been updated and now includes project listings; staff profiles; media releases; news events and more. Visit the MISA web site at www.misa.net.au to keep up to date with MISA activities and achievements.
MISA Update - May 2009
The MISA Update is a corporate update highlighting MISA recent achievements. To view a copy of the May Edition please visit MISA's web site. Hard copies are also available from the SARDI Aquatic Sciences Library.
Marine Innovation SA (MISA), an initiative of the South Australian Government, is a partnership between the South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), Flinders University, the University of Adelaide, the South Australian Museum, Primary Industries and Resources SA (PIRSA) and the SA Seafood Industry.