Research Aquarium

General Characteristics

• Volume: variable depending on the protocol (20 to 500 liters per unit).

• Structure: modular tanks made of safety glass or transparent polycarbonate, mounted on stainless steel or anodized aluminum frames.

• Water circulation: open or closed system depending on experimental needs, with options for water recycling and treatment (UV, activated carbon, biological filtration).

• Parameter control: continuous measurement devices (pH, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, temperature, NH₄⁺, NO₂⁻, NO₃⁻).

• Lighting: programmable (intensity, spectrum, photoperiod) to simulate natural or experimental conditions.

• Aeration and mixing: provided by adjustable-flow diffusers and pumps.

• Temperature: regulated by thermostats or independent chillers, allowing the creation of thermal gradients.

Experimental and Scientific Function

• Objective: conduct studies on growth, behavior, physiology, toxicology, reproduction, or nutrition of aquatic organisms.

• Instrumentation: possibility to add sensors, cameras, automated monitoring systems, or controlled feeding devices.

• Unit isolation: design promotes independence of tanks to prevent cross-contamination and allow differentiated treatments.

• Standardization: adherence to experimental protocols and data traceability (manipulation logs, automated recordings).

Maintenance and Management

• Water quality monitoring: regular and automated analyses according to the experimental protocol.

• Cleaning: validated disinfection protocol to minimize contamination.

• Safety: compliance with animal welfare, ethical, and biosafety standards in force.