Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory at Rutgers NJAES

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Passing of Walt Canzonier, TSFHRG

Walter Canzonier passed away on Monday June 21, 2021 after a long battle working to recover from a debilitating stroke he suffered in December 2011. His life was dedicated to shellfish and the evolution of the Rutgers Oyster Research Lab into the Shellfish Research Lab where he began by helping Doc Haskin identify MSX and initiate the Rutgers Oyster Breeding Program then continued with boundless energy assisting local oystermen to learn aquaculture techniques, helping to develop safety protocols and guidance for the ISSC that supported the industry while protecting consumers and much more. He was known throughout the state, across the country and internationally for his work. He always had time to help educate, assist and advise as he entertained us with his pleasantly quirky personality. Walt was truly one of a kind, as described in a resolution in his honor and the David H. Wallace Award bestowed upon him, which recognized his accomplishments and contributions. The Haskin lab was fortunate to have him around for so many years.

Rest in Peace, Walt.

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Welcome

The Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory is dedicated to research, education, and extension in support of sustainable shellfish and finfish resources and fisheries. We welcome you and invite you to explore our website. Click on words in bold to access links.

Historical data, documents, images and other items in the HSRL archives/library can be found by clicking "HSRL Documents" in the left-hand side bar above.

New Jersey's Delaware Bay oyster Stock Assessment Reports are available for download here.

HSRL maintains four facilities in southern New Jersey:

The Bivalve Laboratory
The Cape Shore Laboratory
The Aquaculture Innovation Center (AIC)
The AIC Administration Center

News

DMCS features student Janine Barr
HSRL researchers, led by Ximing Guo are working to produce fast growing bay scallops and heat tolerant surf clams that are able to adapt to rising water temperatures, to enhance NJ aquaculture.
With a grant from a special NOAA Sea Grant COVID-19 Rapid Response Aquaculture Funding Opportunity, Rutgers University and project partners will purchase oversized oysters from farmers for habitat restoration.
Haskin Graduate Student Janine Barr, mentored by Daphne Munroe, was featured in the magazine Oceanography published by The Oceanography Society in their Student Highlight section for her work in communicating science. This feature followed her Oceanography magazine article describing her efforts organizing a successful Career Panel as part of the Rutgers RIOS 2020 program.

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