Newly designated Centres of Excellence to help realise the UK´s international aquatic science potential
(WorldNews Environment)

15 October 2018 The UK`s international leadership in aquatic science has been recognised with the launch of two International Centres of Excellence, based at the UK Government`s Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas). A mission to ensure safe and sustainable seafood, through world-class research and innovation is central to the work of Government scientists based in the Centres. The International Centres of Excellence for Aquatic Animal Health and Seafood Safety build on Cefas` designation as a World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) Collaborating Centre for Aquatic Animal Disease and a growing partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). The...