Fish Immunologists examine the immune systems of fish, aiming to understand how these organisms defend themselves against pathogens like bacteria, viruses, and parasites. They explore the processes that enable fish to detect and fight infections, including the production of antibodies and the activation of immune cells. This knowledge is essential for improving the health of fish in both wild and aquaculture environments, where diseases can have serious impacts on populations and economic stability.
Their work contributes to the development of vaccines, treatments, and immunostimulants that enhance fish immunity, helping to prevent or reduce disease outbreaks in farmed fish. Fish immunologists also assess how environmental stressors, such as changes in water quality, temperature, and pollution, affect the immune function of fish. These stressors can compromise the immune system, making fish more vulnerable to infections. By understanding the interaction between these factors and fish immunity, they provide important insights into disease prevention and better fish management practices. Their research plays a critical role in ensuring the sustainability of aquaculture by promoting healthier fish populations and reducing reliance on antibiotics and other chemicals. Additionally, their work helps protect wild fish species, supporting biodiversity and the stability of aquatic ecosystems. Ultimately, fish immunologists help maintain the long-term health and resilience of both farmed and wild fish populations, contributing to the overall sustainability of global aquatic resources.
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 Kumar Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Title : Conditionally pathogenic microparasites (Microsporidia and Myxosporea) of mullet fish potential objects of mariculture in the black and azov seas
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
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
Title : National action plan for sustainable and resilient fisheries aquaculture system in Pakistan
Nazia Sher, National Institute of Maritime Affairs, Pakistan
Title : Site suitability analysis for sea cucumber mariculture in the coastal area of Bangladesh
Muhammad Mizanur Rahman, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
Title : Trends in fish value chain improvement in Rift Valley Lakes and Lake Tana, Ethiopia
Kidanie Misganaw Bezabih, University of Gondar, Ethiopia