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The University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science (RSMAS) offers an MA/MS degree in Aquaculture through the Divisions of Marine Affairs & Policy and Marine Biology & Fisheries. An interdivisional Ph.D. degree is also offered. The Aquaculture Program focuses on technological, environmental and economical feasibility of sustainable aquaculture operations. Emphasis is put on technology and management strategies for sustainable aquaculture development, including marine fish and crustacean aquaculture, environmental issues and project development. The program is currently attended by graduate students from several countries. Dr. Daniel D. Benetti, Associate Professor and program’s director, is involved in sustainable aquaculture projects in the U.S., Australia, the Caribbean, Latin American, European and Asian countries. He is the scientific coordinator and technical advisor for Snapperfarm Offshore Aquaculture in Puerto Rico and the Aquaculture Center of the Florida Keys Marine Fish Hatchery. |