Fisheries Science is a multidisciplinary field encompassing the study of aquatic organisms, their habitats, and the complex interactions between them, with a primary focus on the sustainable management and utilization of fisheries resources. At its core, this scientific discipline integrates principles from biology, ecology, oceanography, genetics, economics, and management to understand, monitor, and conserve fish populations. The intricate web of marine and freshwater ecosystems serves as the canvas upon which fisheries scientists paint their understanding of fish behavior, population dynamics, and the intricate relationships between various species. Researchers in fisheries science employ advanced techniques such as acoustics, satellite tracking, and DNA analysis to unravel the mysteries of fish migration patterns, reproductive strategies, and genetic diversity. Sustainable fisheries management is a central theme, emphasizing the delicate balance between meeting human demand for fish products and ensuring the long-term health of aquatic ecosystems. This involves setting catch limits, implementing conservation measures, and assessing the impacts of climate change on fish populations. Additionally, fisheries science plays a crucial role in addressing global issues like overfishing, habitat degradation, and bycatch, striving to find innovative solutions that promote biodiversity conservation and support the livelihoods of communities dependent on fisheries. As the world faces increasing challenges related to food security and environmental sustainability, fisheries science stands at the forefront of efforts to safeguard the delicate equilibrium of our oceans and freshwater bodies, ensuring the responsible use and preservation of vital aquatic resources 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 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