Fish microbiome and preventive health

Microbiota is the ecological community of microorganisms that reside the surfaces of a fish. In practical terms we often refer to them as gut microbiota or skin microbiota. A healthy fish harbours a dense and diverse population of commensal microorganisms, which offer many benefits to the host, including immune homeostasis and health maintenance. On going research at FBA is seeking new knowledge to understand the profile of a healthy gut bacterial assembly as well as the entire genetic material in within the microbiota - the microbiom. The microbiome  is shaped by environment- and host-related factors.

Intestinal immue system and mucosal defence

Mucosal barrier is important for maintaining a healthy gut. The mucosa represents a barrier and if this is broken, nutrient digestibility and utilization may become disturbed – and besides, it will result in an activation of the immune system. Our research is seeking answers to the interaction between ingredients and intestinal mucosa, and it also includes means to strengthen the mucosal barriers.alth, growth and feed utilization.