Ensuring the welfare of aquatic animals is paramount in fostering a sustainable and compassionate approach to our oceans and water ecosystems. As sentient beings, aquatic animals deserve ethical considerations and protection from harm. Efforts towards aquatic animal welfare encompass habitat preservation, pollution mitigation, and responsible fishing practices. Research and education play pivotal roles in understanding the complex needs of different species, promoting awareness, and driving positive change. Conservation initiatives that focus on creating marine protected areas and rehabilitating habitats contribute significantly to the welfare of aquatic life. Additionally, advocating for policies that address the ethical treatment of aquatic animals in captivity is crucial. By prioritizing their well-being, we not only safeguard the delicate balance of aquatic ecosystems but also acknowledge the intrinsic value these creatures bring to our planet. A commitment to aquatic animal welfare reflects our responsibility to be stewards of the marine environments that sustain life on Earth.
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