Aquaculture Microbiology

======================================================= AQUACULTURE MICROBIOLOGY Professional Veterinary E-Book ======================================================= BOOK INFORMATION ---------------- Title: Aquaculture Microbiology Format: PDF E-Book File Size: Varies Category: Aquatic Animal Medicine Specialty: Aquaculture Health Management and Microbial Diseases DESCRIPTION ----------- Aquaculture Microbiology is an essential comprehensive resource that addresses the critical intersection of microbiology and aquatic animal health in commercial and research aquaculture settings. This authoritative text provides veterinary professionals and aquaculture specialists with in-depth knowledge of the diverse microbial communities that impact fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other aquatic species. The book systematically explores both beneficial and pathogenic microorganisms, offering evidence-based strategies for disease prevention, diagnosis, and management in aquaculture production systems. This professional e-book delivers detailed coverage of bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic diseases that affect aquaculture species worldwide, with particular emphasis on emerging pathogens and antimicrobial resistance challenges. Readers will gain practical insights into water quality microbiology, biofilm formation, probiotic applications, and biosecurity protocols essential for maintaining healthy aquatic populations. The text integrates fundamental microbiological principles with applied aquaculture medicine, making it an invaluable reference for both clinical decision-making and production management. Written for the modern aquatic veterinarian, this resource bridges the gap between traditional microbiology and the unique challenges of aquaculture environments. It addresses critical topics including immunology of aquatic species, vaccine development, diagnostic methodologies, and therapeutic interventions specific to aquaculture settings. The book also examines the role of microbiomes in aquatic animal health and the environmental factors that influence microbial dynamics in production systems. KEY FEATURES ------------ • Comprehensive coverage of bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic pathogens affecting major aquaculture species including finfish, shellfish, and crustaceans • Detailed examination of water quality microbiology, biofilm dynamics, and environmental factors influencing disease transmission in aquatic systems • Evidence-based approaches to disease diagnosis, including molecular techniques, culture methods, and histopathological examination specific to aquatic organisms • Practical guidance on antimicrobial stewardship, therapeutic protocols, and regulatory considerations for treating aquatic animal diseases • In-depth discussion of probiotics, prebiotics, immunostimulants, and biological control methods for disease prevention in aquaculture • Current information on vaccine development, administration techniques, and immunological responses in fish and shellfish species • Biosecurity strategies, health management protocols, and best practices for preventing disease outbreaks in commercial aquaculture operations TARGET AUDIENCE --------------- • Aquatic veterinarians and veterinary practitioners specializing in fish and aquatic animal medicine • Aquaculture health managers, farm operators, and production specialists responsible for disease management • Veterinary students and graduate researchers focusing on aquatic animal health and aquaculture medicine • Microbiologists and pathologists working in aquatic disease diagnostics and research laboratories • Regulatory veterinarians and public health officials involved in aquaculture food safety and disease surveillance INSTANT ACCESS -------------- Download immediately after purchase Compatible with all PDF readers Personal use license included PRICE: HK$220.00