Tim Wijgerde

Tim Wijgerde is a Research Associate at Wageningen University & Research in the Marine Animal Ecology group. His work focuses on mariculture, reef ecology, and aquaculture systems, with emphasis on oyster and coral larvae dynamics.

• PhD in Marine Biology (2013)
• Co-promotor for PhD projects on sponge mariculture and coral nutrient budgets
• Active in coral reef restoration and aquaculture optimization

Research interests include:

• Mariculture system design
• Coral and oyster larval ecology
• Water flow effects on marine organisms
• Reef conservation and bioremediation
• Sustainable aquaculture practices
• Climate change impacts on marine ecosystems

His recent articles (2025-2020) demonstrate diverse expertise in:

• Marine invertebrate physiology
• Restoration ecology
• Hydrodynamic interactions
• Climate stress responses
• Biotechnology applications
• Integrated aquaculture systems