Announcements

The Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center/Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) is in need of a Cafeteria Concessionaire who will operate its cafeteria and provide catering services for official functions from 1 August 2020 to 31 July 2021. Interested bidders are enjoined to attend the pre-bid conference on 3 July 2020, 9:30 a.m., at SEAFDEC/AQD Multi-Purpose Hall. A site visit will follow after the conference. Interested bidders may RSVP on or before 1 July 2020 before the closing of office hours to Elisa June Pagtanac at (033) 330-7046, Yvonnie Salvilla at (033) 330-7030, or Charmi Margaret Fernandez at (033) 330-7004; or email bac@seafdec.org.ph. Complete details on the bidding, qualification requirements and selection criteria, and terms of reference can be accessed here: Invitation to …

The Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center/Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) in Tigbauan, Iloilo, an international research institution with career development opportunities in urgent need of a RESEARCHER for its Technology Verification and Extension Division. Qualifications: Master of Science in Biological Sciences, Fisheries or related fields with at least 2 publications as senior author in an ISI-indexed journal  Preferably: Should have good scholastic records At least 3-5 years relevant work experience With experience in aquaculture research is an advantage Must be trustworthy, honest, reliable and has good work ethics Summary of duties to be performed: This position is responsible for conducting verification studies, extension, and packaging and publishing scientific papers and extension manuals in line with the objectives of the Department. Proposes verification …

The Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center/Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) in Tigbauan, Iloilo, an international research institution with career development opportunities, is in urgent need of an ASSOCIATE RESEARCHER for its Technology Verification and Extension Division. Qualifications:   Master of Science in Biological Sciences, Fisheries or related fields Preferably: Should have good scholastic records With experience in aquaculture research is an advantage At least 2-3 years of relevant work experience Must be trustworthy, honest, reliable and has good work ethics Summary of duties to be performed: This position is responsible for conducting and publishing scientific papers on the results of verification studies in line with the objectives of the Department. Plans, organizes, and directs proposals for verification research studies; Organizes, analyzes and interprets …

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Laboratory Facilities for Advanced Aquaculture Technologies (LFAAT) of SEAFDEC/AQD requests external clients to observe the following supplemental guidelines on sample submission and releasing of test reports for laboratory testing/analytical services: Acceptance of samples will be at the main gate of the Tigbauan Main Station. The guard-on-duty will call the concerned laboratory staff for the client’s testing/analytical service needs. Proximate analysis/freeze drying – (Loc 1112/1115) Atomic Absorption Analysis/Rotavap – (Loc. 1112) Soil and Water Analysis – (Loc 1112/1115) Microbiological testing/electron microscopy – (Loc 1112) Sample receiving/test report releasing) – (Loc. 1116) General & other concerns – (Loc. 1111) Transactions with laboratory staff will be done through the phone to determine whether the sample may be …

We would like to announce that SEAFDEC/AQD’s FISHWORLD museum-aquarium and visitor center is temporarily closed effective immediate, until further notice. This is in light of the growing concerns of COVID-19 in the Philippines. This temporary closure is in accordance with Presidential Decree No. 922 “Declaring a State of Public Health Emergency Throughout the Philippines.” FishWorld is implementing this safety measure to do its share in limiting the spread of the virus by avoiding the conduct of mass gatherings including field trips and tour visits. Thank you for your understanding and please stay safe. For more information, please contact: FISHWORLD through email (fishworld@seafdec.org.ph) and phone (63-33 330 7032).

SEAFDEC/AQD’s Manila Office and Binangonan Freshwater Station have new 8-digit telephone numbers. This is in accordance with the National Telecommunications Commission’s directive, that all telephone numbers with area code (02) will migrate from a 7-digit to an 8-digit number.

Come and visit SEAFDEC/AQD’s exhibit booth in the upcoming 12th Philippine National Shrimp Congress on 20-22 November 2019 in Bacolod City. For those interested to attend the event, the registration form can be downloaded here: Registration Form – 12th Philippine National Shrimp Congress

Fishworld is now officially open again after repairs were completed ahead of schedule. Visitors may come Mondays to Fridays from 8AM to 5PM. For bookings, you may call (033) 330-7032.

The Aquatic News Index is an initiative of the SEAFDEC/AQD Library to improve the accessibility of current and historical news articles on aquatic science and to preserve them in digital form.

The database was launched during the Book Launching ceremonies as part of SEAFDEC/AQD’s 45th anniversary celebration on 12 July 2018.