About NIFS

Innovative research for sustainable oceans and fisheries,
World-class research institute contributing to national happiness

Function

National Institute of Fisheries Science

Main Functions

Investigation/testing/research on fisheries,

aquatic biosecurity, aquatic plant variety management,

and fishery technology guidance/distribution support

  • Management of fishery resources and development of fishery engineering technology
  • Development of aquaculture and biotechnology
  • Research on sanitation and safety of marine products
  • Research and quarantine of aquatic diseases
  • Marine environment research and conservation technology research
  • Breed examination and management of aquatic plants
  • Support for fishery technology guidance and distribution projects
  • Responding to and researching climate change in the marine and fisheries sector

Change of Functions

  • Investigation/testing and research
  • 1963Addition of fishing village map
  • 1966Addition of training
  • 1968Separation of education and training
  • 1997Separation of fishing village map
  • 1999Integration of education and training
  • 2006Implementation of responsible management agency
  • 2006Separation of education and training
  • 2008Integration of fishing village map
  • 2009Fishing village map separation
  • 2010Separation of receiving resource composition
  • 2012Addition of aquatic plant variety examination
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