Activities
I teach and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate
students in fisheries and aquaculture. I also guide students in research
projects and ensure that my teaching connects directly to real-life
applications in fisheries and food security.
My research focuses
on fish biology, nutrition, health, and disease management, with special
interest in feed formulation, biosecurity, fish welfare, and zoonotic risks. I
study the nutritional composition of fish species such as Mugil cephalus (grey mullet), Chrysichthys nigrodigitatus (catfish), and Ethmalosa fimbriata, as well as the effects of
processing methods like smoking on nutrient quality. I also publish reviews and
policy-oriented papers on aquaculture and wild fisheries.
Beyond academia, I provide advisory services to
fish farmers on nursery and grow-out systems, disease control, and sustainable
management practices.
I actively
participate in summer schools, conferences, workshops, and collaborative
projects, both locally and internationally, while seeking visiting scientist
opportunities to broaden my expertise.
Skills
i. Expertise in fish feed formulation, with practical experience in fish diseases
diagnosis.
ii. Strong background in teaching, curriculum development, and student
mentorship.
iii. Skilled in research, scientific writing, and policy-oriented studies
on fish biology and nutrition.
iv. Experience in fish identification using keys.
