We’re thrilled to share that Inês Ferreira’s PhD work has gained international recognition in the aquaculture industry. Her research on how Tenacibaculum maritimum causes tenacibaculosis in European sea bass was recently featured in misPeces. The study highlights how the bacteria invades fish tissue, the role of mucosal tissues in infection, and key protein secretions involved…
Updated news Christopher Pimentel and Tonka Buha have been recognized for their outstanding poster presentations at the 23rd Fish Immunology/Vaccination Workshop, hosted by Wageningen University & Research. Christopher’s work earned him the “Most Eye-Catching Poster” award, while Tonka was named “Best Poster by a Newcomer.” Their innovative contributions to the field underscore the importance of…
Call for a PhD candidate *1 Project title: In ovo immune stimulation — A tool to improve fish larvae welfare Supervisors: Dr. Ana Rocha (CIIMAR), Dr. Benjamín Costas (CIIMAR) and a second co-supervisor (from IATS-CSIC or University of Maryland; to be defined based on the selected applicant main interests) Research Topic: The high and unpredictable…
Inês Ferreira has successfully completed her PhD titled “Tenacibaculum maritimum Pathogenesis: Crosstalk Between Host and Pathogens and Beyond.” Her research provides new insights into the complex interactions between the bacterial pathogen Tenacibaculum maritimum and its aquatic hosts, shedding light on the mechanisms driving infection and immune response. Inês’s work is expected to have a significant…
Updated news From September 22 to 25, Valencia will host Aquaculture Europe 2025 (AE2025) under the theme “Aquaculture for All.” The event aims to highlight the essential role of aquaculture in global food supply through its diversity of species, technologies, and production systems, as well as its commitment to environmental sustainability. Leading the organization of…
Updated news Diogo Peixoto has successfully completed his PhD titled “The Modulation Role of Tryptophan on the Neuroendocrine and Immune Crosstalk.“ His groundbreaking research explores the complex interactions between tryptophan metabolism, the nervous system, and immune response, offering new insights with potential industrial applications. Peixoto’s work has already captured the attention of the industry. An…