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Science
Scientific expertise is reflected in several fields at the Maurice
Lamontagne Institute.
The Canadian Hydrographic
Service (CHS) is responsible for surveying,
measuring, describing and charting the physical features of our coastal
waters and coastal zones. CHS data is used to produce navigational charts,
tide and current tables, and sailing directions in order to ensure safe
navigation.
Fisheries Science provides
the scientific basis for conservation and sustainable use of fishery
resources such as fish, invertebrates and marine mammals. Aquaculture and
experimental biology activities contribute to progress in fisheries
research and to development in aquaculture technology.
Ocean Sciences conduct
research on the physical and biological oceanographic phenomena, ocean
climate studies and environmental descriptions. Operational oceanography
features an important modelling component which contributes to providing
services such as ice movement predictions, current patterns, etc.
Environmental Science aims
at providing the scientific knowledge and tools that are necessary for the
evaluation of impacts of human activities on the aquatic environment, in
support to the management and protection of fish habitat and to the
conservation of the coastal zone and oceans in general.
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