Nutrition–Physiology Interactions in Aquatic Species
A special issue of Hydrobiology (ISSN 2673-9917).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 January 2026 | Viewed by 612
Special Issue Editors
Interests: aquatic animal nutrition and feed; fish physiology; lipid metabolism; seafood quality and safety
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Interests: lipid metabolism; lipid deposition; aquaculture nutrition; fish physiology; metabolic regulation
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Interests: aquaculture nutrition; lipid metabolism; physiology and nutritional regulation of fish mitochondria
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
With the rapid expansion of global aquaculture to meet rising aquatic product demands—projected to double by 2050—optimizing aquatic animal nutrition and deciphering fish physiological adaptations have become pivotal for achieving sustainable production. This urgency stems from the sector’s dual role in addressing food security and preserving marine ecosystems. Aquatic organisms face a multitude of challenges, including the dependence of feed formulations on finite marine resources, as well as environmental stressors (e.g., temperature fluctuations, dissolved oxygen levels, and pollutant exposure). Recent advancements in precision nutrition, nutrigenomics, and physiological research have provided novel approaches to tackle these issues. However, the interdisciplinary gap between translating research findings into actionable solutions remains significant. This Special Issue is dedicated to assembling pioneering research and comprehensive reviews that delve into the intricate interplay between fish nutrition and physiological responses. We invite submissions focusing on groundbreaking feed formulations, such as novel protein and lipid sources, functional additives, nutritional metabolism pathways, dynamic interactions with gut microbiota, and adaptive physiological mechanisms in response to environmental or dietary stressors. This collection will serve as a bridge between fundamental science and industry applications, contributing to the sustainable development of aquaculture.
You may choose our Joint Special Issue in Life.
Dr. Dizhi Xie
Dr. Songlin Li
Dr. Kangle Lu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- aquatic animal nutrition
- fish physiology
- sustainable aquaculture
- alternative lipid sources
- alternative protein sources
- gut&ndash
- microbiota interactions
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