Advances in Fish Health and Parasitology
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Veterinary Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2026 | Viewed by 156
Special Issue Editors
Interests: disease prevention and control; environment; fish welfare; fish parasites; physiology
Interests: fish immunology; fish vaccinology; fish diseases both bacterial and viral; fish pathology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue in Microorganisms, titled “Advances in Fish Health and Parasitology”, brings together cutting-edge research on the health and well-being of fish in both wild and farmed environments. As aquaculture expands and ecosystems face mounting pressures, understanding and managing parasitic infections and other health challenges is more important than ever. This collection highlights integrative approaches that combine parasite biology, host immunity, microbial interactions, and innovative management strategies. Topics include parasite diversity and life cycles, molecular and microbiome-based diagnostics, mechanisms of host–pathogen interactions, diagnostic tools and health monitoring techniques for early disease detection, and sustainable prevention and control measures such as vaccines, probiotics, and biosecurity practices. By connecting fundamental research with practical applications, this Special Issue aims to advance knowledge, enhance fish welfare, and support resilient, sustainable aquaculture systems worldwide.
Dr. Paul Uiuiu
Prof. Dr. Jarl Bøgwald
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- aquaculture
- disease management
- fish health
- fish immunology
- fish parasites
- host–pathogen interactions
- microbiome
- parasitic disease epidemiology
- sustainable aquaculture
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