Hydrobiologists are scientists who study the biological, chemical, and physical processes that shape life in freshwater and marine ecosystems. Their work focuses on understanding aquatic organisms, their habitats, and how environmental changes—such as pollution, climate shifts, or human activities—impact biodiversity and ecosystem health. They investigate a wide range of topics, from plankton dynamics and nutrient cycling to fish population biology and water quality assessment. By monitoring aquatic ecosystems, Hydrobiologists help detect signs of ecological imbalance and provide scientific data for effective conservation and restoration strategies.
They collaborate with environmental agencies, researchers, conservationists, and policymakers to develop sustainable water management practices and biodiversity protection plans. Hydrobiologists also play a vital role in the monitoring of aquaculture and fisheries environments, ensuring optimal conditions for aquatic life and advising on ecological risks. Their findings support informed decision-making in areas such as habitat restoration, pollution control, and aquatic resource management. By advancing our understanding of aquatic ecosystems, Hydrobiologists contribute to the long-term sustainability of water-dependent communities and natural environments. They also conduct field surveys and laboratory experiments to assess the impacts of contaminants, invasive species, and habitat degradation on aquatic food webs. Using ecological modeling and bioindicator species, Hydrobiologists can predict changes in ecosystem function and guide mitigation efforts.
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