Researchers at Keldur have detected Piscine orthoreovirus (PRV) in Icelandic Arctic charr, Atlantic salmon and brown trout. The study provides the first evidence of PRV in Arctic charr worldwide and in Icelandic brown trout, offering new insights into the virus in Icelandic salmonids.
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Did you ever wonder if your Arctic charr filet came from a happy fish? Sabine Lobligeois is a PhD student
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What do a hippo and a fish have in common? They come in small sizes! Miniaturisation is when animals evolve
Inspired by Peter Monaghan of Inis Escargot, Icelandic farmers are exploring snail farming as a sustainable opportunity. Using surplus geothermal heat, they could transform unused barns into low-impact farms, diversify rural incomes, and turn an unlikely creature into a valuable new industry in Iceland.
Last year we introduced you to Sadie Ainsworth, her favourite fish (Westslope cutthroat trout), and her journey from growing up
Writing a master’s thesis in Iceland – Sadie’s experie Read More »
As I’m writing this, it is the last week of my five and a half weeks stay at the Benedikt
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Last week we shared ICE Fish research’s first anniversary. 1 year of sharing exciting fish research & fun facts
12 months in the life of a scientist Read More »
A new international research project called CODSPA has just begun. The project aims to study how stress affects cod reproduction
The CODSPA Project: Studying Cod Spawning Across Nordic Countries Read More »
What is the aroma of Christmas? For many Icelanders Christmas smells like a mix of smoked lamb meat, Christmas tree,
The feast of St. Þorlákur Read More »
Last June I applied for a networking and training event with no expectations at all. Little did I know
When scientists go to sea… Read More »