Aquatic Germplasm
and
Genetic Resources Center
Providing leadership for development of germplasm repositories and commercialization of genetic resources for aquatic species.
Historical Roots of the AGGRC
In 2015, we began with a mission to create an Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center (AGGRC).This new Center would represent the confluence of work done in the LSUAC Aquaculture Research Station and the LSU Dairy Improvement Center which was part of the Dairy Sciences Program. The original DIC facility was constructed in 1947 and served louisiana livestock industries for 70 years. The AGGRC was initiated to provide global leadership in repository development and commercialization of genetic resources of aquatic species carrying on the mission put forth by the DIC.
The facility has 23,000 ft2 of space dedicated to research, teaching, outreach, administrative, and commercial-scale service activities for aquatic species.The AGGRC is being developed as a multidisciplinary innovation and technology development center in which ideas can be rapidly moved from prototypes through alpha and beta testing to sample products ready for commercialization. The AGGRC has currently established a strong Core Innovation Team (CIT) with faculty from 8 LSU departments. The CIT faculty have more than 20 projects among them, involving 25 undergraduate, MS, and PhD students.
Years Established
Completed Projects
Research
Our 25 years of experience with hundreds of aquatic species allows us to address real-world problems and opportunities…
Commmercial Scale
We have pioneered high-throughput processing with industrial engineering principles including quality management …
Innovation
Our multi-disciplinary team environment combines cutting edge technologies across engineering and biology …
Outreach & Training
We are committed to serving as a global resource for developing communities and markets in aquatic genetic resources …