AquaTT Training News - January 2007

Author: AquaTT

Date: 02 Feb 2007

 

JANUARY 2007

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Welcome to the first AquaTT Training News of 2007. We hope you enjoyed the Christmas and New Year festivities, and here from AquaTT we wish you all a Happy and Peaceful New Year!

Contents
1.
Education
- FAO Aquaculture Training Manuals: CD-ROM on “Simple methods for aquacultureâ€?. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
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Fish Immunology Workshop: Wageningen University (the Netherlands), 15 – 19 April 2007
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Advanced course: "Quality and safety control of fish and fish products", Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Zaragoza (Spain), 11 – 15 June 2007

2. Collaboration
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CRAB Newsletter - 'Biocontrol' of aquaculture biofouling
- New Aquatic Renewable Energy Technologies Project (Aqua-RET)
- Press Release FEAP: Ground-breaking meeting for trans-national promotion and communication on Mediterranean aquaculture
- Release of new InfoBase of European Research vessels (RVs): EurOceanic

3. Announcements
- Aquaculture 2007, 26 February – 2 March 2007, San Antonio, Texas (USA)
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VIV Asia 2007, 7 – 9 March 2007, Bangkok (Thailand)
- International Marine Biotechnology Conference (IMBC), 11 - 16 March 2007, Eilat (Israel)

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quaculture Today 2007, 17 – 19 April 2007, Edinburgh (UK)
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International Symposium on Reproductive Physiology of Fish, 3 – 8 June 2007, St Malo (France)
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Shanghai International Fisheries & Seafood Exposition 2007, 22 – 24 June, Shanghai (China)
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Aquaculture Europe 2007, 24 – 27 October 2007, Istanbul (Turkey)
- World
Seafood Congress 2007, 25 – 28 September 2007, Dublin (Ireland)

4. Other 
- State of World Aquaculture 2006. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
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Post your vacancies, student placements and MSc / PhD positions on PISCESTTJOBS

5. Student corner
We welcome submissions from current students interested in presenting their views and experiences on the industry and education in Europe. The newsletter reaches over 3000 recipients on a monthly basis and will serve as a good forum to get your ideas out to the differing sectors involved in the industry. An email stating your background and the potential title of your article should be sent to aquatt@aquatt.ie for review.


Education

FAO Aquaculture Training Manuals: CD-ROM on “Simple methods for aquacultureâ€? – Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
 
The FAO Fisheries Department has published the second version of the CD-ROM of the FAO Training Series: Simple methods for aquaculture. The first version of the CD-ROM was released in 2003 in English and French. This second release has been revised, improved and includes also all manuals in Spanish. The Internet version of the CD-ROM is also available on the FAO Web site (www.fao.org).

The five training manuals on Simple methods for aquaculture and the Handbook on small-scale freshwater fish farming presented in this CD-ROM have been produced by the Inland Water Resources and Aquaculture Service of the Fishery Resources Division, FAO Fisheries Department. These manuals are written in simple language and focus on the practical aspects of semi-intensive fish culture in freshwaters, from site selection and fish farm construction to the raising, final harvesting and marketing of the fish. They are primarily intended for extension workers, technicians and teachers, to help them present the practical aspects of freshwater fish farming to small-scale farmers in developing countries.

Further details can be obtained by writing to Mr Valerio Crespi at FAO/HQ - E-mail: Valerio.Crespi@fao.org.

Copies of the CD-ROM can be ordered from: Publications-Sales@fao.org

For further information visit: ftp://ftp.fao.o/CDrom/FAO_Training/Start.htm

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Fish Immunology Workshop. Wageningen University (the Netherlands), 15 - 19 April 2007

The annual Fish Immunology workshop comprises presentations (30 minutes to one-hour) by experienced lecturers, taking time to thoroughly introduce each subject, and two practical afternoons. 

Objective:
To provide participants with advanced knowledge, both theoretical and practical, on the fish immune system. Emphasis will be placed on innate and acquired immunity, on immune modulation and on immunity to infection. During the workshop the latest insights in the evolution of the immune system but also related issues such as (experimental) animal welfare and the influence of stress on the immune response will be discussed.

Level:
The workshop is targeting academic and company researchers as well as management staff in the aquaculture industry. We more than welcome PhD students and therefore have lowered (!) the registration fee for PhD students. The official language of the workshop is English.
 
The number of participants is limited to 30 persons, admitted on a ‘first-come’ basis. Registration fee is 250 € (Ph.D.), 450 € (academic staff) or 550 € (company staff). For all-in registration (including accommodation and all meals) add 450 € for the whole workshop period.

You can find more information on registration and accommodation on our website: http://www.cbi.wur./fish_workshop/

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Advanced course: ‘Quality and safety control of fish and fish products’. Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Zaragoza (Spain), 11- 15 June 2007

Objective of this course:
Through a general review of the state of the art on fish safety and quality, the course aims to (i) improve the knowledge about safety and quality standards of fish and fish products; (ii) contribute to assure that controls are efficient, adequate and harmonized in different countries; and (iii) illustrate how risk analysis is already influencing fish safety in developed countries, and how this has in turn affected international fish trade.

Organization:
The course is organized by the International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (CIHEAM), through the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Zaragoza (IAMZ), with the collaboration of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), through the Fisheries Department, and will take place at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Zaragoza.

Admission:
The course is designed for a maximum of 25 participants with a university degree and is aimed at a broad sector of professionals within the fish industry and public administrations. Members of the competent authorities (fish inspection) and safety and quality managers in the fish industry will surely profit from most of the programme. In addition, professionals from R&D institutions and universities as well as professionals dealing with risk management of fish and fish products will find this course useful.

Registration:
Application forms may be obtained from:
Instituto Agronómico Mediterráneo de Zaragoza
e-mail: iamz@iamz.ciheam.org
web: www.iamz.ciheam.org

Deadline for submission of applications is 30 March 2007

For further information visit: www.iamz.ciheam.org

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Collaboration  

CRAB Newsletter – ‘Biocontrol’ of aquaculture biofouling

This second Newsletter issue of the CRAB project (collective research on aquaculture biofouling) focuses on the use of biological grazers to reduce biofouling in aquaculture. The objective of CRAB is to develop and implement effective biofouling prevention and management strategies for the aquaculture industry.

To see the full details of the Newsletter: http://www.crabproject.com/client/files/CRAB_Biofouling_News_2_Grazers.pdf

For more information on the CRAB project: http://www.crabproject.com/

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New Aquatic Renewable Energy Technologies Project (Aqua-RET)

Aqua-RET (Aquatic Renewable Energy Technologies) is a new EU funded Leonardo da Vinci project coordinated by AquaTT. Aqua-RET will provide an e-learning tool available online and on CD-ROM, and will be supported by an educational poster series. The objective of the e-learning tool is to show the user, in straightforward steps, how aquatic renewable energy technologies work, how they benefit the economy, where and how they fit into the landscape and the important environmental considerations to take into account when planning and selecting sites for generating power. Aqua-RET held its first successful partner meeting in Dublin, Ireland in November 2006. The consortium consists of eight partners from six European countries (Cyprus, Greece, Ireland, Portugal, Romania and the United Kingdom). For more information contact david@aquatt.ie.

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Press Release FEAP: Ground-breaking meeting for trans-national promotion and communication on Mediterranean aquaculture (7th December 2006)

On the 6th December 2006, in Athens, the Federation of European Aquaculture Producers (FEAP) coordinated a meeting between the representatives of the EU Mediterranean fish farming sector (Greece, Spain, France and Italy) and their respective Ministries of Fisheries. The objectives of the meeting were to review the concept of trans-national generic promotion activities, specifically concerning seabass and seabream, supporting both market development and sectoral communication activities.

There was agreement that a long-term view is required for such actions to be effective and, for the first time, multi-lateral cooperation between the National Ministries of Mediterranean EU Member States was explored in depth.

With the completion of the national strategic plans for aquaculture development being imminent, within the finalisation of the European Fisheries Fund that covers the period 2007-2013, the FEAP representatives reported the resolutions made on this topic, noting the priority for wide communication actions directed towards the European consumer. Attention was drawn to the will to better coordinate the promotion and communication actions that have been achieved individually and to provide a better focus on potential markets, particularly for those States with export activities.

The meeting decided to create an ad-hoc platform for communication on Mediterranean aquaculture composed of representatives from the 4 Member States concerned, under the coordination of the FEAP. In the immediate future, a schedule of actions and activities for the forthcoming 2 years will be defined so as to give substance to the ideas developed. The first meeting of this communication platform will be held in February 2007.

Mr. John Stephanis, President of the FEAP and the Federation of Greek Maricultures, said “It gives me great pleasure to announce this ground-breaking decision as we have been looking to develop such a common European action for several years. We believe that this will be of immense benefit to the Mediterranean fish farmers. I have to congratulate the representatives of the Ministries of Fisheries for their foresight and commitment to the development of our sector.â€?

For any further information, contact the FEAP Secretariat: Tel: +324 3382995 Email: secretariat@feap.info

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Release new InfoBase of European Research vessels (RVs): EurOceanic

A new InfoBase of the European Research vessels (RVs): EurOceanic has been released. This new InfoBase is a contribution of the Members of EurOcean to facilitate the access to existing marine research infrastructures in Europe and to build up a European Marine Research Area.

The InfoBase, including specifications on 221 operating RVs longer than 10 meters, can be consulted at http://www.eurocean.org/contents.php?id=407

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Announcements

Aquaculture 2007
26 February - 2 March 2007, San Antonio, Texas (USA)

Aquaculture 2007 is the International Triennial meeting of the World Aquaculture Society, the National Shellfisheries Association and the American Fisheries Society Fish Culture Section.

More details on the Aquaculture 2007 page or on www.was.org

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VIV Asia 2007
7 - 9 March 2007, Bangkok (Thailand)

From 7 to 9 March 2007, VIV Asia will be the meeting platform for Asian livestock professionals and worldwide leading suppliers. In this 8th edition of Asia’s largest exhibition for innovative animal husbandry, Aquaculture will be the special theme of the show.
 
Asia-Pacific is home to 90% of the world’s aquaculture production. Slowing growth of capture production and high prices for fish have accelerated aquaculture production in the region, topped by catfish and shrimps. With the Aquaculture Walk and Forum, all suppliers active in aquaculture will become clearly visible at VIV Asia for the first time. This creates an excellent opportunity for visitors who are searching for the latest technologies. Novus offers an afternoon conference on aquaculture – today and future at the VIV Asia Conference 2007.

Visit www.viv.net for the full conference programme.


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International Marine Biotechnology Conference (IMBC)
11 - 16 March 2007, Eilat (Israel)

IMBC2007 will offer an international forum for scientists and students working in the rapidly growing, multidisciplinary area of Marine Biotechnology. Leading scientists from many countries will exchange ideas, share their latest findings and form new collaborations in Marine Biotechnology.

Conference website available at: www.IMBC2007.ocean.org.il

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Aquaculture Today 2007
17 - 19 April 2007, Edinburgh (UK)

Aquaculture Today 2007 will bring together leading figures in the global seafood industry to focus on the key issues affecting aquaculture development.

High profile speakers will advise delegates on how to attract outside investment, build consumer confidence and stay on top of market developments. Other issues up for discussion include offshore aquaculture, salmon market initiatives and developments in the shellfish sector.

Now in its third year, Aquaculture Today is the UK’s leading aquaculture conference and is a highlight of the industry events calendar.

For more information: http://www.aquaculturetoday.co.uk/

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International Symposium on Reproductive Physiology of Fish
3 - 8 June 2007, St Malo (France)

This symposium is an opportunity for the presentation of the latest scientific developments in the area of fish reproductive physiology. It aims to generate new insights from the basic and applied knowledge recently obtained in the field. Such studies include dealing with the control of the reproduction in farmed fish, domestication of new species and the impact of human activity (environmental modifications, pollution, fisheries) on reproductive physiology of fish. The meeting will report the striking developments emerging from the most recent advances and consider this wealth of knowledge in the wider context of the comparative physiology of vertebrate reproduction.

Symposium website available at: http://rennet.rennes.inra.fr/isrpf

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Shanghai International Fisheries & Seafood Exposition 2007
22 - 24 June 2007, Shanghai (China)

More information available at: www.sifse.com

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Aquaculture Europe 2007
24 – 27 October 2007, Istanbul (Turkey)

The European Aquaculture Society and Eurasia Trade Fairs have combined their aquaculture events to launch the first “new formatâ€? Aquaculture Europe event, which combines a scientific conference with the highly successful Future Fish Eurasia Exhibition.

The interface between these two main features – the industry forum - will be filled by special events, including an industry day or ‘farmers day’, workshops for industry and the AE2007 student forum. As always, various social events will be a part of the Aquaculture Europe meeting.

The conference theme Competing claims addresses the various levels of competition that aquaculture faces at present, but upon which its future development will depend. "Claims" exist from other stakeholders with respect to physical space, investment and other finances, resources (e.g. for feed raw materials and water resources), technology and others.

More details on the EAS website: http://www.easonline.org/agen/AquaEuro2007/Aqua2007.asp

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World Seafood Congress 2007
25 - 28 September 2007, Dublin (Ireland)

Plans for the World Seafood Congress 2007 which takes place in Dublin, Ireland on September 25th - 28th 2007 are well under way. Recently, the Scientific Committee, which is chaired by Mr. Alan Reilly, Deputy Chief Executive, Food Safety Authority of Ireland, is announced. The 18 person committee composed of academics and professionals chosen for their international appeal and experience as leaders in the core 2007 Congress themes of health and nutrition, trade and market access, standards and assurances will be responsible for developing the scientific content of the 2007 Congress programme.

The Scientific Committee has just issued a call for presenters, full details of which are available at the congress website. If you wish to deliver a keynote or plenary on topics of interest to congress delegates, then please visit the congress website to download an application form.

Please see more at the congress website: http://www.worldseafoodcongress07.com/

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Other

State of World Aquaculture 2006 – Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) 

Aquaculture is developing, expanding and intensifying in almost all regions of the world. Increasing global population demand for aquatic food products and it is expected that lion’s share of this future demand will come from aquaculture. The State of World Aquaculture 2006, published by the FAO Fisheries and Aquaculture Department, is now available online. This document analyses the past trends that have led the aquaculture sector to its current status and describes its current status globally.

For more information: http://www.fao.org/docrep/009/a0874e/a0874e00.htm

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Post your Student placement and MSc/ PhD vacancies on WWW.PISCESTTJOBS.COM

PISCES TT Jobs, an exciting and valuable free online service provided by AquaTT UETP Ltd. to employers and potential employees in aquaculture and related science sectors. Using a secure and innovative site format, employers and job searchers can post job vacancies and CVs, respectively, thus facilitating human resource development in the industry.

Upon registration, companies can post and instantaneously edit job vacancies, including permanent, temporary, MSc/PhD and student placement positions. Companies will only receive CVs of those applicants who are qualified for the position requirements. To ensure privacy and lessen the hassle of unsolicited calls and queries, company/organisation contact details will not be published online.

Prospective employees can use the online registration facility to obtain a username and password, post and edit their employee profile, upload a CV and apply online for positions.

If you are interested in posting a job vacancy or registering for the service, please contact aquatt@aquatt.ie

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Student Corner 

We welcome submissions from current students interested in presenting their views and experiences on the industry and education in Europe. The newsletter reaches over 3000 recipients on a monthly basis and will serve as a good forum to get your ideas out to the differing sectors involved in the industry. An email stating your background and the potential title of your article should be sent to aquatt@aquatt.ie for review.

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