The resolution recognizes the significant scientific advancements made by the Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory at Rutgers University, which has played a crucial role in the study and development of new oyster types that benefit both aquatic environments and the aquaculture industry. Since its inception in 1888, the laboratory has evolved under various directors, notably Harold Haskin, who expanded research to include hard clams and the breeding of oysters. The laboratory's innovations include the development of oyster strains that exhibit strong resistance to diseases such as MSX and Dermo, as well as the creation of a new triploid oyster known for its high-quality meat, sterility, and rapid growth. These triploid oysters now account for a significant portion of oyster production in the United States and France.

Furthermore, the Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory has developed specific oyster strains, such as the Haskin NEH strain, which shows improved survival rates in the Northeastern region, and the Haskin DBX strain, which is better suited for the lower Delaware Bay's low salinity conditions. The resolution emphasizes the laboratory's contributions to enhancing shellfish populations in New Jersey's waterways and strengthening the global aquaculture industry, ultimately increasing the resilience of oysters in changing aquatic environments.