With over 230 employees, the Department of Aquatic Resources (SLU Aqua) is one of SLU's largest departments. Our headquarters are located in Uppsala and you will find our three main offices in Lysekil, Öregrund and Stockholm (Drottningholm). The department also has three field stations in Älvkarleby, Väröbacka and Simpevarp.
SLU Aqua consists of three divisions, each led by a division head. The head of department, together with the heads of divisions and our administrative manager, forms the department's management team.
The Institute of Marine Research
The Institute of Coastal Research
The Institute of Freshwater Research
SLU Aqua focus on increasing our knowledge about ecosystems and natural resources in both marine and freshwater environments.
We monitor and analyze oceans, coastal waters, lakes and watercourses, conduct research on aquatic ecosystems, fish and shellfish, and support society with expert competence and biological advice.
Our department was formed in 2011, when SLU took over the operations from the then Swedish Board of Fisheries' division for research and development.