We are the Aquaculture and Bioremediation Laboratory (AQUABIOR), a research unit within the Department of Biotechnology at the University of Oran1 Ahmed Ben Bella in Oran, Algeria. Our work is driven by a commitment to sustainable aquatic resource management, merging fundamental and applied research to address pressing environmental and food-production challenges. Our laboratory is structured around three interconnected pillars: Aquaculture innovation – We focus on diversifying and strengthening local aquaculture. A flagship initiative involves adapting cold-water Salmonids, such as Atlantic salmon and Coho salmon, to the Mediterranean environment, aiming to build viable, climate-resilient fish farming systems. Bioremediation – We develop biological solutions for industrial pollution. Our projects target the microbial breakdown of hydrocarbons from used motor oil and the detoxification of harmful byproducts generated by the olive oil industry, turning waste into less hazardous material. Blue biotechnology and microbial ecology – We explore the unique microbial biodiversity of Algeria’s extreme wetlands and marine ecosystems. This includes harnessing microalgae for biofuels and high-value compounds, investigating natural antifouling agents from marine organisms, and prospecting for microorganisms with novel biotechnological potential. The team works under the direction of Prof. Sidi Mohamed Abi Ayad and includes researchers, doctoral students, and technical staff who collaborate across disciplines. Through partnerships with national and international institutions, we aim to transform scientific knowledge into practical tools that protect aquatic ecosystems, support food security, and foster a responsible bioeconomy in the region.