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6th Edition of
World Congress on Aquaculture, Fisheries & Marine Biology
October 8-10, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Aquaculture Disease Resistance
Aquaculture Disease Resistance
Aquaculture disease resistance involves breeding or developing fish that are less susceptible to diseases, which is crucial for maintaining the health and productivity of fish farms. Selective breeding programs focus on enhancing the immune response of fish, while innovations in genetics allow for the identification and development of disease-resistant strains. This reduces the need for antibiotics and chemicals, leading to more sustainable and eco-friendly practices. Disease-resistant fish help prevent major economic losses caused by infections and improve overall farm efficiency. Research into vaccine development and fish immunology continues to expand the options available for combating diseases in aquaculture.
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 : Effect of acute toxicity of formalin on orechromis niloticus
Azuibuke Adams Chris , Nigeria police academy wudil Kano University, Nigeria
Title : Foresight, market and financial analysis of microalgae for aquaculture feed: use of Chlorella sorokiniana biomass in a hypothetical diet formulation for Pacific white shrimp (Penaeus vannamei)
Sergio Saraiva Nazareno dos Anjos, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), Brazil