Physiological and Behavioral Studies in Aquaculture

Dear Colleagues,

The sustainable development of aquaculture relies on a deep understanding of the physiological and behavioral mechanisms that underlie growth, coping with stress, reproduction, and welfare in cultured aquatic species. This Special Issue aims to spotlight recent advances in the physiological responses, metabolic regulation, neuroendocrine mechanisms, and behavioral endpoints of teleost and other aquaculture organisms under various environmental and culture conditions. We welcome original research and review articles that explore how nutrition, genetics, environmental stressors, and management practices influence animal growth, health, welfare, and productivity, with a particular interest in studies that integrate molecular, biochemical, physiological, behavioral and multi-omics approaches to reveal physiological responses, behavior alteration and adaptive mechanisms. Through this Special Issue, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of how physiological and behavioral research can contribute to improving aquaculture sustainability and animal well-being.

Prof. Dr. Zhishuai Hou
Guest Editor

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