Research programmes
Fish stocks, marine biodiversity, water quality, aquaculture and climate-related impacts.
Mandate
Four duties established in the By-Laws.
To conduct scientific research; to generate and disseminate reliable data; to provide training and education; and to advise the Ministry on the sustainable use of marine and fisheries resources.
Mandate in operation
Four duties, in sequence.
1. Research
Marine ecosystems, fisheries resources, oceanography, aquaculture and the coastal environment.
2. Data
Generate, analyse and disseminate reliable scientific data for policy and conservation.
3. Educate
Training, education and capacity development for the marine and fisheries sectors.
4. Advise
Scientific and technical advice to the Ministry on sustainable use of the resource.
Core functions
Facilities
Laboratories, research vessels, hatcheries and field stations to the extent of available resources.
National databases
Collect, manage and safeguard scientific data and maintain marine and fisheries databases.
Certified training
Short courses, internships and professional development programmes.
Knowledge products
Scientific findings, technical reports, manuals and policy briefs.
Collaboration
Universities, research institutions, government agencies and development partners.