Aquaculture Innovation: INESC TEC Presents INNOAQUA at Vigo Conference

Innoaqua - Vigo Conference

The INNOAQUA Project is pleased to announce that our project partner, INESC TEC, will be presenting the project’s pioneering work at the upcoming XXVIII Encontro Galego-Português de Química

The event, taking place from November 13-15, 2024, in Vigo, Galicia, Spain, serves as a prominent gathering for Portuguese and Galician scientists in the fields of chemistry and environmental sciences. This platform is an ideal setting for INESC TEC to showcase the innovative contributions of INNOAQUA to sustainable aquaculture practices and digital transformation in aquaculture management.

INESC TEC: Bridging Science, Innovation, and Sustainability

INESC TEC, a distinguished non-profit research institution based in Porto, Portugal, is a leading player in scientific research and technology development. With a multidisciplinary approach, INESC TEC spans a wide range of expertise, from Artificial Intelligence and Bioengineering to Power and Energy Systems and Photonics. Known for its collaborative efforts between academia, business, and public institutions, INESC TEC is driven by a mission to create impactful, sustainable, and intelligent solutions for global challenges.

Highlighting INNOAQUA’s Vision at the XXVIII Encontro Galego-Português de Química

At the XXVIII Encontro Galego-Português de Química, INESC TEC will present the INNOAQUA Project’s advances and potential to transform the EU’s aquaculture industry. This presentation will shed light on the project’s contributions to sustainable food systems, emphasizing the role of integrated algae and aquaculture for improved circularity and resource efficiency. By participating in this respected gathering, INESC TEC continues to position INNOAQUA at the forefront of scientific innovation and environmental responsibility.

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