Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Sudarshana Nandi, Surjya Kumar Saikia
Summary: The study found that the buccal cavity of Mola fish supports its herbivorous nature, with structures resembling taste buds in the lower jaw playing a mechanosensory role in gustation.
MICROSCOPY RESEARCH AND TECHNIQUE
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Rodolfo Dam Lam, Benoy Kumar Barman, Denise P. Lozano Lazo, Zohura Khatun, Lutfa Parvin, Afrina Choudhury, Cristiano M. Rossignoli, Alice Karanja, Alexandros Gasparatos
Summary: This study explores the impacts of adopting an ecosystem approach in underutilized homestead ponds on sustainability in Bangladesh. The findings show that households with ecoponds have higher fish productivity, fish diversity, and income generation potential. Moreover, it improves certain dimensions of women's empowerment, although wider structural inequalities are not addressed. The study also finds inconclusive impacts on food security.
SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Md Abdus Samad, Md Ataur Rahman, Md Sarower-E Mahfuj, Syeda Maksuda Yeasmin, Mst Farzana Sultana, Md Habibur Rahman, Fee Faysal Ahmed, Md Yeamin Hossain
Summary: This study revealed the life-history traits of ten commercially important small indigenous fish species in the Oxbow lake in Bangladesh, including growth patterns, condition factors, form factors, sexual maturity, life span, mortality rates, and more. Sample collection, measurements, and data analysis were conducted using traditional fishing gears, providing valuable information for sustainable management policies and protection of these fish species.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Oarabile Mogobe, Nashaat M. Mazrui, Mangaliso J. Gondwe, Ketlhatlogile Mosepele, Wellington R. L. Masamba
Summary: Fish nutrient composition in Okavango Delta was investigated to assess their potential contribution to recommended nutrient intake. Small fish species showed higher mineral content, especially calcium, magnesium, and zinc, compared to larger species. These findings suggest that prioritizing small and selected large fish species can enhance food and nutrition security for local communities.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Jose M. Zamora-Marin, Antonio Zamora-Lopez, Maria Jimenez-Franco, Jose F. Calvo, Francisco J. Oliva-Paterna
Summary: Ponds are among the world's most endangered freshwater ecosystems, and environmental heterogeneity has been found to positively influence bird species richness. The study suggests that in a semiarid region, drinking troughs outperformed other pond types in supporting bird species richness.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Imtiaz Ahmed, Kousar Jan, Shabihul Fatma, Mahmoud A. O. Dawood
Summary: There is growing recognition of the nutritional benefits of fish in human diet. Fish species can be ranked based on their nutritional content, which includes macronutrients and micronutrients. This review provides insights into the proximate composition of different fish species from around the world, highlighting their high-protein, low-fat qualities and the factors contributing to their variation. The findings are important for the fish and fishery products industry and animal feed sector.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY AND ANIMAL NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mounir Louhaichi, Mouldi Gamoun, Sawsan Hassan, Mohamed A. B. Abdallah
Summary: This study evaluated the nutritive values of selected key perennial species in Tunisia and found that shrub species had higher concentrations of crude protein, lower neutral detergent fiber and acid detergent fiber concentrations, as well as higher in vitro digestibility compared to grasses.
Article
Computer Science, Hardware & Architecture
Md. Monirul Islam, Mohammod Abul Kashem, Salem A. Alyami, Mohammad Ali Moni
Summary: This paper presents an IoT framework for aquaculture that allows real-time monitoring and effective control of water-related parameters. The proposed system utilizes sensors and an Arduino microcontroller to collect and store data in an IoT cloud platform. The collected data is then analyzed using various machine learning algorithms, with Random Forest achieving the highest performance scores. The study also includes hardware details of the IoT system and calculates biochemical and chemical oxygen demands.
MICROPROCESSORS AND MICROSYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Maesha Musarrat, A. K. M. Atique Ullah, Naznin Shultana Moushumi, Shamima Akon, Quamrun Nahar, Syeda Saliha Saliheen Sultana, Shamshad B. Quraishi
Summary: Concentrations of nine heavy metal (loid)s were analyzed in fourteen different small indigenous species of freshwater fish using the AAS technique. Significant differences were observed in the concentrations among the fish species, with toxic heavy metals mostly below international standards. Multivariate statistical analyses suggested that anthropogenic activities may be the main source of these heavy metals in the fish.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Horace Owiti Onyango, Jacob Ochiewo
Summary: This study investigates the influence of Luo socio-cultural perception of Dagaa fish on the purchasing habits of local Kenyan households. The results suggest that being a Luo household in the Lake's basin can decrease consumption of Dagaa, while food-poor households are likely to consume more Dagaa. Therefore, it is recommended to consider and integrate culture into the development of technologies and marketing strategies for the Dagaa fishery of Lake Victoria.
AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM HEALTH & MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Joanna Burger, Michael Gochfeld
Summary: The study revealed variations in mercury and selenium levels, as well as selenium:mercury molar ratios, within and between species in New Jersey. While selenium can help mitigate mercury toxicity, the effectiveness declines as fish size increases, leading to lower selenium:mercury molar ratios.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Fernando G. Torres, Gabriel E. De-la-Torre
Summary: This article systematically reviews the current knowledge of PFAS contamination, finding that legacy PFASs remain the most abundant and that edible freshwater species have higher concentrations than marine species. The proximity to factories and fluorochemical industries significantly increases PFAS contamination in food products. Short-chain PFAS are identified as potential chemicals of concern for food security, but their environmental and toxicological implications are not yet fully understood, requiring further research.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-MYSORE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Leonidas Vardakas, Costas Perdikaris, Stamatis Zogaris, Olga-Ioanna Kalantzi, Nicholas Koutsikos
Summary: Despite extensive research on the ecological impacts of invasive alien species (IAS), their social aspects in freshwater ecosystems have received little attention. This study used a questionnaire survey to assess the perceptions of environmental professionals and non-professionals towards non-indigenous freshwater fish species (NIFS) in a Mediterranean country with high levels of fish species endemism. The majority of respondents considered NIFS to be a threat of national importance, although they ranked it as the least important threat compared to other pressures.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Irene D. Alabia, Jorge Garcia Molinos, Takafumi Hirata, Franz J. Mueter, Carmen L. David
Summary: This study explored marine biodiversity and potential species associations in eight Arctic marine areas from 2000 to 2019. The research found that species richness in the Arctic has been increasing in the past 20 years, indicating potential emerging areas of species accumulation due to climate-driven species redistribution. Regional species associations were dominated by positive co-occurrences, especially in the Pacific and Atlantic Arctic areas. Comparative analysis of sea ice concentrations revealed contrasting impacts on species richness, community composition, and co-occurrence, highlighting the vulnerability of Arctic marine areas to climate change.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jinlei Yu, Manli Xia, Hu He, Baohua Guan, Zhengwen Liu, Erik Jeppesen
Summary: In this study, it was found that the small omnivorous fish bitterling increased nutrient concentrations through excretion, enhancing the growth of the less grazed submerged macrophyte Myriophyllum spicatum, while reducing the growth of Ceratophyllum demersum, most likely due to grazing. This dominance by bitterling poses a threat to the long-term success of lake restoration by shifting the submerged macrophyte community towards nuisance species through selective grazing.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Fiona A. Simmance, Philippa J. Cohen, Cindy Huchery, Sarah Sutcliffe, Sharon K. Suri, Xavier Tezzo, Shakuntala H. Thilsted, Peter Oosterveer, Cynthia McDougall, Molly Ahern, Sarah Freed, Kendra A. Byrd, Joshua Wesana, Ian G. Cowx, David J. Mills, Michael Akester, Chin Yee Chan, Joseph Nagoli, Jillian T. Wate, Michael J. Phillips
Summary: Most of the research on aquatic foods focuses on production and supply chains, with only a small portion addressing human nutrition. A minority of studies target low- and middle-income countries vulnerable to malnutrition. One third of the articles explore beyond finfish to other aquatic foods, emphasizing the value of local knowledge systems and diverse foods for nutrition.
FISH AND FISHERIES
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rosamond L. Naylor, Avinash Kishore, U. Rashid Sumaila, Ibrahim Issifu, Blaire P. Hunter, Ben Belton, Simon R. Bush, Ling Cao, Stefan Gelcich, Jessica A. Gephart, Christopher D. Golden, Malin Jonell, J. Zachary Koehn, David C. Little, Shakuntala H. Thilsted, Michelle Tigchelaar, Beatrice Crona
Summary: Global demand for blue food is increasing, with considerable regional variation in the relationship between wealth and consumption, and diverse geographic patterns in fish group consumption. It is projected that global fish demand will nearly double by 2050, and the nutritional and environmental consequences will depend on substitution among fish groups and other animal source foods in national diets.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Julia de Bruyn, Joshua Wesana, Stuart W. Bunting, Shakuntala H. Thilsted, Philippa J. Cohen
Summary: Effective actions to improve nutrition through fisheries and aquaculture sectors require understanding of factors influencing fish intake, particularly among vulnerable populations. In the African Great Lakes Region, economic access to fish was the most prominent factor, along with preferences, acceptability, availability, and physical access. Positive taste perceptions and affordability were key drivers of fish consumption, but limited access hindered optimal intake. Addressing these constraints through policies and programs is crucial for enhancing fish consumption.
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Ping Wang, Nhuong Tran, Dolapo Enahoro, Chin Yee Chan, Kelvin Mashisia Shikuku, Karl M. Rich, Kendra Byrd, Shakuntala H. Thilsted
Summary: The study evaluated the spatial and temporal patterns of ASF consumption in Tanzania, showing an increase in household expenditure on ASF and a higher likelihood of urban households purchasing ASF. The findings suggest that public policies focusing on raising household incomes or lowering ASF prices could potentially increase ASF consumption and improve food and nutrition security in Tanzania.
Article
Fisheries
Ben Belton, Derek S. Johnson, Eric Thrift, Jonah Olsen, Mostafa Ali Reza Hossain, Shakuntala Haraksingh Thilsted
Summary: Dried fish, preserved using simple techniques, have historical and contemporary importance as a main form of fisheries trade and consumption. This industry provides employment opportunities, particularly for women, but also faces challenges such as food safety concerns and exploitative labor conditions. The paper highlights the significance of dried fish and identifies gaps and research questions for further study.
FISH AND FISHERIES
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Alexander M. Kaminski, David C. Little, Lucinda Middleton, Muleya Syapwaya, Mary Lundeba, Jacob Johnson, Carl Huchzermeyer, Shakuntala H. Thilsted
Summary: This study tested the efficacy of a pond polyculture intervention with farming households in northern Zambia. The results showed that although a similar quantity of fish was consumed, the associated nutrient intake differed based on the quantity and type of species consumed, especially for those who had access to small fish from capture fisheries. Furthermore, there was a decrease in fish consumption from December onward due to fisheries management restrictions, and the ponds provided access to micronutrient-rich fish during this time.
Editorial Material
Fisheries
Devin M. Bartley, Malcolm C. M. Beveridge, Michael J. Phillips, Albert G. J. Tacon, Marc Verdegem
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Kendra A. Byrd, Jacqueline Shieh, Stephanie Mork, Lauren Pincus, Lydia O'Meara, Molly Atkins, Shakuntala H. Thilsted
Summary: This is the first systematic review providing an overview of the current evidence on the role of fish and fish-based products in addressing malnutrition in women and children. The review suggests that while there is emerging evidence that fish and fish-based products improve health and nutrition outcomes, more trials are needed to clearly understand the benefits. Fish provide essential nutrients for growth and development in the first 1000 days of life, making them an attractive option for nutrition interventions.
ADVANCES IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Patrick Webb, Natalie K. Somers, Shakuntala H. Thilsted
GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY-AGRICULTURE POLICY ECONOMICS AND ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Pamela A. Marinda, Fred Chalula, Christopher Khayeka-Wandabwa, Keiron Audain, Shakuntala H. Thilsted
Summary: In developing countries like Zambia, low-quality complementary foods and inappropriate feeding practices contribute to high risk of undernutrition in children under five. This study examined the dietary diversity, fish consumption patterns, and nutritional status of children in a rural province of Zambia, where households rely on capture fisheries. The findings revealed low dietary diversity and low fish consumption among children, despite the availability of fish in the study area.
SCIENTIFIC AFRICAN
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Liz Ignowski, Ben Belton, Hazrat Ali, Shakuntala Haraksingh Thilsted
Summary: Data from integrated aquaculture-agriculture farms in Bangladesh indicate that the production of specific combinations of aquatic foods and vegetables can simultaneously improve nutrient and economic productivity and promote nutrition-sensitive agriculture.
Article
Ecology
Mulia Nurhasan, Daream Sok, Shakuntala H. Thilsted, Samnang Nguon, David James, Christian Ritz, Seyha Sok, Chamnan Chhoun, Nanna Roos
Summary: Cambodian freshwaters have high biodiversity, with fish being a significant part of the traditional diet, particularly for mothers and children facing food insecurity and malnutrition. However, a study found differences in fish consumption, species diversity, and dietary culture between mothers and their children, resulting in children missing out on the nutritional benefits of the rich aquatic biodiversity.
AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM HEALTH & MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Qijin Wang, Kendra A. Byrd, Chea Navin, Shakuntala H. Thilsted, Vanvuth Try, Miratori Kim, Manigandan Lejeune, Randy Worobo, So Than, Kathryn J. Fiorella
Summary: Prahoc is a traditional fermented fish product in Cambodian diets, which has a range of beneficial roles nutritionally, culturally, and financially. However, it may pose food safety risks of parasites and microorganisms. Nutrient composition analysis showed that Prahoc contributes small amounts of key minerals to the diet but is high in sodium. Food safety analyses showed that all samples complied with standards and had no evidence of parasites.
AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM HEALTH & MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Stacia Stetkiewicz, Rachel A. Norman, Edward Hugh Allison, Neil L. Andrew, Gulshan Ara, Gill Banner-Stevens, Ben Belton, Malcolm Beveridge, Jessica R. Bogard, Simon R. Bush, Pete Coffee, Margaret Crumlish, Peter Edwards, Mahmoud Eltholth, Lynne Falconer, Joao G. Ferreira, Angus Garrett, Iain Gatward, Faruk U. Islam, Alexander M. Kaminski, Marian Kjellevold, Froukje Kruijssen, William Leschen, Abdullah-Al Mamun, Bruce McAdam, Richard Newton, Birgitte Krogh-Poulsen, Alexandra Pounds, Belinda Richardson, Nanna Roos, Elin Roeoes, Andrea Schapper, Tori Spence-McConnell, Sharon K. Suri, Shakuntala Haraksingh Thilsted, Kim D. Thompson, Michael F. Tlusty, Max Fredrik Troell, Raffaele Vignola, James A. Young, Wenbo Zhang, David C. Little
Summary: This review assesses the representation of seafood in recent food security literature and finds that seafood is under-researched compared to terrestrial production systems. The study also reveals a lack of research on the interaction between terrestrial and aquatic systems. Therefore, there is a need for more attention to be given to the role of seafood in global food security and for its integration into interdisciplinary research.
FRONTIERS IN SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Anthropology
Mohammad Mahmudul Islam
Summary: The study found that through government cooperation, strong enforcement, and compensation schemes, aquatic protected areas in Bangladesh have achieved some ecological outcomes, but social benefits still need to be strengthened, thus affecting overall effectiveness and social equity. It is suggested that fishers' needs and participation should be considered when developing management plans for marine protected areas.
