Symposia

 

The Sixth Symposium on Diseases in Asian Aquaculture (DAA VI) is on 25 - 28 October 2005 and will be held at Colombo Plaza Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka. For registration and more information on the symposium, visit DAA VI website  or view DAA VI brochure now.

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One of the primary goals of the Health Section is to promote high quality scientific research and the exchange of technical information among government and university scientists, diagnosticians, national policy makers and the members of the private sector. This is accomplished by organizing the triennial "Symposia on Diseases in Asian Aquaculture," and through co-sponsoring joint meetings and workshops with other organizations. Activities in this area to date include:

The First Symposium on Diseases in Asian Aquaculture  26-29 November, 1990  Anggrek Inn, Kuta Beach, Bali, Indonesia  click photo to enlarge

The Section's first symposium was a great success, bringing together 177 participants from 19 countries. A total of 95 original research and review papers were presented. A highlight of the symposium was a special session on the use of chemotherapeutic agents in Asian aquaculture. The combination of high quality scientific presentations, in-depth reviews of current topics by internationally recognized experts, and the opportunity for regional workers to meet each other, as well as the superb location of the conference venue and the hospitality and vibrant local culture of our Indonesian hosts set the standard for subsequent symposia.

The Second Symposium on Diseases in Asian Aquaculture  25-29 October, 1993  Karon Villa Hotel, Phuket, Thailand  click photo to enlarge

The Section's second symposium was held in the tropical resort town of Phuket under the theme "Aquatic Environment and Health." During the meeting, which was attended by 165 participants from 21 countries, a total of 103 original research and review papers covering an array of topics dealing the diseases and health management of aquatic species were presented. A highlight of the symposium was a special round table discussion on "Fish Health Research Needs for a Sustainable Aquaculture Industry in Asia."

The Third Symposium on Diseases in Asian Aquaculture  29 January - 2 February, 1996  Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre Bangkok, Thailand

The Section's Third Symposium was held in conjunction with "World Aquaculture 96," organized by the Thai Department of Fisheries. This mega-event was attended by 3500 delegates and 1500 exhibitors.

The Fourth Symposium on Diseases in Asian Aquaculture  22-26 November, 1999  Cebu International Convention Center, Cebu City, Philippines  click photo to enlarge

The fourth symposium celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Fish Health Section. The meeting was organized by the AFS/FHS and the SEAFDEC Aquaculture Department in cooperation with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) under the theme "Aquatic Animal Health for Sustainability."

The Fifth Symposium on Diseases in Asian Aquaculture  24-28 November, 2002  Gold Coast International Hotel in Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Australia click photo to enlarge

The 5th triennial Symposium was held at the Gold Coast International Hotel in Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Australia with its warm sunny weather and endless golden beaches. Surfers Paradise is located on the Gold Coast, 60 minutes drive south of Brisbane. The Symposium was followed by two satellite workshops: Epidemiology and Risk Assessment from 29-30 November 2002 at the Gold Coast International Hotel and the Asia Pacific Regional Molluscan Health Management Training Workshop Phase II from 29 November - 4 December 2002 at the University of Queensland in Brisbane.

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