The national ThinkInAzul program combines aspects of basic and applied science with a focus on research and development in biology and technology. It uses genomic tools and alarm systems to prevent biological and natural hazards, as well as the automation and digitalization of aquaculture infrastructure and the analysis of big data using artificial intelligence. The goal is to increase the efficiency and adaptability of aquaculture without harming the ecosystem and ensuring the traceability, quality, and food safety of seafood products.
It is considered an innovative program due to its multidisciplinary approach, which requires collaboration between public research groups, private companies, and the aquaculture industry. It also mentions the participation of other organizations interested in the application and development of products in the aquatic environment.
It also opens up opportunities for companies in various fields and highlights the importance of the digital transition through alert and monitoring systems for the marine environment (IoT) and cultured organisms (IoA) at the group and individual levels.
A2.1 Restoration and strengthening of natural populations through crop diversification
A2.2: Research on the physiology and reproduction of cultivable fish to improve animal knowledge and welfare
A2.3: Physiological knowledge for the sustainable cultivation of crustaceans, molluscs and echinoderms
A2.6: Promoting the development of non-conventional cultivation systems for aquatic organisms
A2.9: Advances in fish farming systems using sustainable feed and innovative technologies
A2.10: Advances in bivalve culture systems
A2.11: Optimizing crop welfare: Indicators, nutrition, and health as fundamental pillars
A2.12: Innovation in fish nutrition and feeding
A2.13: Valorization of by-products in aquaculture
A2.14: Genomic tools for population management in aquaculture
A2.15: Protocols and control measures in aquaculture
A2.16: Prediction and control of emerging and recurring contaminants in fisheries and aquaculture
A2.17: Digitalization and modeling in aquaculture production: Technological solutions for different systems
A2.18: Smart management of aquaculture production
A2.19: Innovation in aquaculture products: Traceability, quality and marketing in new areas
A2.20: Improving the perception and social acceptance of aquaculture
