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6th Edition of
World Congress on Aquaculture, Fisheries & Marine Biology
October 8-10, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Seaweed Resources
Seaweed Resources
Seaweed resources encompass a wide range of edible and industrially valuable algae species that are harvested from marine and freshwater environments. Known for their high nutritional value, seaweeds are used in food, cosmetics, fertilizers, and biofuel production. Their cultivation is eco-friendly, as seaweed absorbs carbon and nitrogen, helping to mitigate water pollution and climate change effects. Leading countries in seaweed production have established sustainable harvesting practices to meet growing demands while preserving marine biodiversity. Investing in seaweed resources holds promise for economic growth, environmental benefits, and contribution to global food security, making it a valuable resource for the future.
Committee Members
Joni Lee Giovanna Hesley
Emerita CropKing, United States
Perry Raso
Matunuck Oyster Farm, United States
Nguyen Quang Linh
Hue University, Vietnam WAC 2026 Speakers
Thomas Coates
Animal Research Initiative, United States
Adam Bell
Mote Marine Aquaculture, United States
Zoe Alexander
University of Maine, United States
Amit Das
Memorial University of Newfoundland, CanadaSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Utilizing art to enhance learning STEM subjects required for aquaculture
Joni Lee Giovanna Hesley, Emerita CropKing, United States
Title : Advancing disease resistance in largemouth bass: Effects of ß glucan on immunity and survival rates
Liang Liu, KEMIN, Belgium
Title : Antimicrobial resistance and biosecurity in aquaculture
Pani Prasad Kurcheti, Fisheries University, India
Title : Haringhata fish: A concept of responsible farming with sensible marketing for better livelihood and sustainable development
Subhas Das, The University of Burdwan, 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 RAS, Russian Federation
Title : Shifting horizons in global ornamental fish trade: Trends, transitions, and emerging market dynamics
Atul Kumar Jain, Ornamental Fisheries Training and Research Institute, India