Fish Geneticists and Breeders work to enhance fish species for aquaculture, conservation, and scientific research. They study genetic variation, hereditary traits, and breeding techniques to develop fish with improved growth, disease resistance, and adaptability to environmental conditions. By analyzing DNA and understanding gene expression, they identify desirable traits and selectively breed fish to improve production efficiency. Their work supports the aquaculture industry by ensuring high-quality, fast-growing fish that require fewer resources while maintaining genetic diversity within farmed and wild populations. Advanced techniques such as genetic mapping, crossbreeding, and marker-assisted selection help create robust fish strains suited for different farming conditions. Their work extends beyond aquaculture, contributing to the conservation of endangered fish species and the restoration of depleted populations. They collaborate with marine biologists and ecologists to preserve native species and improve breeding success in hatcheries before releasing fish into natural habitats. Some research ways to enhance the nutritional value of farmed fish by selecting traits that improve protein content and omega-3 levels. Ethical considerations are also a part of their work, as they strive to balance genetic advancements with ecological responsibility. As global demand for seafood increases, their contributions help ensure a steady supply of healthy fish while protecting aquatic biodiversity for future generations.
Title : Application of artificial intelligence and NISAR satellite to study the air sea CO2 exchange and aquatic toxicology to develop ‘Aquatic Pollution Remediation Technologies’(PART)
Virendra Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Title : DNA barcoding as a tool for biodiversity and ecological assessment in african freshwater systems: A case study of upper section of River Mpanga, Uganda
Basooma Rose, BOKU University, Austria
Title : Spatial refuge and reproductive potential of the vulnerable the picked dogfish (Squalus acanthias) in the Georgian black sea: Evidence from experimental trawl survey
Guranda, National Environmental Agency, Georgia
Title : Seasonal habitat shifts and purse seine dependence of mene maculata in the Taiwan strait: Early indicators of climate driven ecosystem change
Ipsita Biswas, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
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Kidanie Misganaw Bezabih, University of Gondar, Ethiopia
Title : Eco friendly bioremediation: Azolla pinnata as a natural shield against hexaconazole toxicity in cyprinus carpio (LINNAEUS, 1758)
Mandeep Kaur, Panjab University, India