Erik-Jan Malta serves as the Head of Applied Research & Innovation at CTAQUA Centro Tecnológico de Acuicultura. His expertise lies in marine ecology and integrated aquaculture, with a current focus on the valorization of seaweeds, particularly in carbohydrates and polysaccharides. He specializes in the ecology and ecophysiology of seaweeds, exploring their nutrient dynamics and ecosystem interactions. Additionally, he possesses experience in marine environmental conservation and is adept in editing and guiding in four languages. His specialties include seaweed and seagrass ecology, nutrient dynamics, and the conservation of eutrophic ecosystems.
