Probiotics in Aquaculture

ISBN-13: 9783030986230 / Angielski / Miękka / 2023

Opis

This book has been developed to provide a detailed discussion of probiotics, which have been evaluated for use predominantly in fish and shellfish aquaculture. This book highlights strengths and weaknesses in knowledge and discusses gaps that need to be addressed. There has been a great deal of research concerning the use of probiotics in aquaculture. To date, a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria and some eukaryotes, i.e. yeasts and unicellular algae, has been reported to be beneficial to aquatic hosts.  Following oral uptake, benefit includes improved growth performance and protection against many bacteria and some parasitic diseases. This book will be suitable for scientists, veterinarians, professionals, and senior students involved in aquaculture. 

Spis treści

Introduction.- Source and Screening of Probiotic Microorganisms.- Application Methods of Probiotics and Options.- Use of Probiotics in Finfish.- Use of Probiotics in Shellfish.- Paraprobiotics in Aquaculture.- Probiotics for Controlling Infectious Diseases.- Probiotics for Biofloc System and Water Quality.- Probiotics as Vaccine Adjuvants.- Modes of Action of Probiotics.- Factors Influencing the Efficacy of Probiotics.- Quality, Safety and Regulatory Issues of Probiotics.- Methods Used for Selecting and Evaluating Probiotics.- Conclusions.

O autorze

Professor Brian Austin BSc, PhD, DSc, FHEA is Professor Emeritus of Microbiology at the University of Stirling. His research interests have centred on the taxonomy and ecology of aquatic bacteria, bacterial fish pathology, and marine biotechnology.  He has researched novel fish disease control strategies including vaccines, probiotics and medical plant products.  He has published over 300 scientific articles and 20 books.

Professor S.M. Sharifuzzaman BSc, MRes, PhD is Professor at the University of Chittagong. His research is primarily focused on sustainable development of aquaculture through disease control, better nutrition/ functional feeds and integrated farming systems. He has developed novel probiotics for controlling pathogenic Vibrio infections in cultured fish. His interests also included biology, ecology and diversity of marine organisms. He has published over 60 scientific articles and several book chapters.