Master's project at FishLab: Development of new analysis methods for B vitamins in salmon
How can we improve our understanding of salmon's nutritional status and overall physiological health? This is the starting point for a new master's project carried out in collaboration with FishLab.
Sara Lomeland Langlo is pursuing a master's degree in biochemistry at the Faculty of Science and Technology at the University of Stavanger (UiS). As part of her project, she will develop and optimize analytical methods for B vitamins and metabolites associated with one-carbon metabolism in Atlantic salmon.
B vitamins, particularly B6, B9 and B12, play important roles in energy and amino acid metabolism, immune function and tissue repair. Inadequate intake can reduce growth potential, impair stress tolerance and indirectly affect fish welfare. Measuring both the vitamins and their associated metabolites provides insight into metabolic function and can help identify early signs of nutritional imbalances. This can give aquaculture producers a better basis for adjusting feed composition to meet the fish's nutritional needs.
Development of sensitive analytical methods using LC-MS/MS
The project uses liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) to develop sensitive analytical methods. By combining direct measurements of B vitamins with functional biomarkers, such as methylmalonic acid and homocysteine, the aim is to establish methods that provide a more accurate assessment of the fish's vitamin status and metabolic function.
Research and student collaboration at FishLab
At FishLab, we are committed to continuous research and method development to generate new knowledge and improve analytical capabilities within fish health. Collaboration with students is an important part of this work.
Through master's projects, we aim to give students the opportunity to work on relevant research questions, advanced analytical technologies and method development with applications in the Norwegian aquaculture industry. These collaborations also provide valuable perspectives and opportunities to explore new areas of analysis.
We look forward to following Sara's work!
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