Quality Marine has long been proud to support Roger Williams University’s aquaculture program by purchasing their cultured species as well as even hiring some of their graduates. Our goal is to purchase as many species as possible to help fund the wet lab to reduce the need for students and facility to apply for grants. RWU is particularly recognized for pioneering work in marine ornamental aquaculture, especially with clownfish, Yasha Gobies, Fire Shrimp, Peppermint Shrimp, Seahorses, live feeds, coral propagation, and shellfish hatchery production. The species cultured change over time as new student research projects and conservation initiatives are introduced, making the program one of the most diverse university-based aquaculture programs in the United States.
A distinguishing feature of the program is its emphasis on experiential learning. Students work in RWU's Wet Lab, which supports the culture of marine ornamental fish, shrimp, copepods, and other live feeds. They gain practical experience in aquatic animal husbandry, aquarium system design and maintenance, larval rearing, broodstock management, nutrition, and marine ornamental aquaculture, which helps the students prepare for valuable careers. Click here to learn more
A distinguishing feature of the program is its emphasis on experiential learning. Students work in RWU's Wet Lab, which supports the culture of marine ornamental fish, shrimp, copepods, and other live feeds. They gain practical experience in aquatic animal husbandry, aquarium system design and maintenance, larval rearing, broodstock management, nutrition, and marine ornamental aquaculture, which helps the students prepare for valuable careers. Click here to learn more
