SERVICES
Experimental Facilities
EMBRC-IT provides access to state-of-the-art experimental facilities for environmental studies (mesocosms) and commercial applications (aquaria and tanks). Wet/dry laboratories are available for sample processing and analysis.
Facilities include:
- Aquariums and tanks
- Mesocosms
- Climate controlled rooms
- Wet labs
- Dry labs
Included in the Experimental Facilities of EMBRC-IT is:
Aquaria and Tanks at UNIVPM-DISVA
Access to aquarium facilities for aquatic organisms’ maintenance and experiments under controlled conditions and multiple stressors on target species. Specialized aquaria for Mediterranean, Tropical (including sea anemones, stony corals, and soft corals) and Polar marine species are available.
Overall ca. 200 mesocosms and aquaria for a total volume of 25.000L are available, subdivided for Mediterranean species, Tropical species (including sea anemones, stony corals and soft corals), Target species for farming and maintenance: phytoplankton and zooplankton (Rotifers, Artemia salina, harpacticoid and calanoid copepods),
Zebrafish; scientific staff for the reproduction and maintenance of species, set-up of manipulation experiments and general monitoring/functioning of the facility. Dedicated mesocosms and aquaria for polar species; scientific staff for the reproduction and maintenance of species, set-up of manipulation experiments under different climate scenarios and general monitoring/functioning of the facility.
Access the Experimental Facilities Service Catalogue here: EMBRC-IT – Service List – Experimental Facilities
Submit your request for access to EMBRC-IT services on the ARIA portal HERE
