International Conference on Aquaculture 2024
Panoramic View of Innovations

⇒ Announcement (PDF)

The International Conference on Aquaculture 2024 will be organized by the College of Aquaculture and Fisheries, Can Tho University, Vietnam.
17-19 October 2024 at Mường Thanh Luxury Phu Quoc Hotel, Phu Quoc Archipelago, Vietnam.

SCOPE
Aquaculture has been rapidly developed and advanced in Vietnam and all over the world. Seafood products are a significant source of protein for people worldwide. With the help of new scientific innovations, the aquaculture industry has developed high-tech seafood production processes and adapted to the rising challenges. To share new findings of aquaculture innovations and strengthen the collaboration among stakeholders globally to enhance seafood production, the International Conference on Aquaculture with the theme Panoramic View of Innovations will be organized. This will be an important platform where all aquaculture stakeholders can share their innovative ideas and insights. The conference is providing such an opportunity for learning and growth in the industry.

TOPICS

1. Aquaculture engineering (aquaculture system)
2. Biotechnology in aquaculture
3. Genetic and selective breeding
4. Broodstock and larviculture
5. Aquaculture environment management
6. Fish nutrition and physiology
7. Fish health management
8. Seafood processing and safety
9. Animal welfare
10. Industry innovations sharing

EXHIBITION
Companies are invited to sponsor this conference through advertisements on the program booklets, banners, and backdrops. A booth for companies will be allocated at the conference revenue.

LOCATION
Phu Quoc Island, sitting off the coast of Cambodia, is one of the most appealing attractions in Vietnam. It owns endless unspoiled beaches for water activities, romantic sunsets for Instagram feed, uninhabited remoted islands for exploration, and dense tropical forests for adventures. Beyond the snow-white beaches with ice cream-soft sand, Phu Quoc offers a wide range of luxury resorts, chic restaurants, and comforting spa treatments. Traditional villages, sacred temples and pagodas, and spacious green parks can also please even a perfectly picky traveler.

IMPORTANT DATES AND INFORMATION:
Dates:

• 17-18 October 2024: Opening and sessions
• 19 October 2024: Tour in Phu Quoc

Registration:

• Early bird (before 30 August 2024): 250 USD
• After 30 August 2024: 300 USD
• Student: 120 USD

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE (Can Tho University):

• Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Phuong
• Prof. Dr. Tran Ngoc Hai
• Prof. Dr. Vu Ngoc Ut
• Prof. Dr. Truong Quoc Phu
• Prof. Dr. Tran Thi Thanh Hien
• Prof. Dr. Do Thi Thanh Huong
• A/Prof. Dr. Tran Thi Tuyet Hoa
• A/Prof. Dr. Huynh Truong Giang
• A/Prof. Dr. Tran Minh Phu
• A/Prof. Dr. Le Quoc Viet
• A/Prof. Dr. Bui Thi Bich Hang
• A/Prof. Dr. Pham Thanh Liem
• A/Prof. Dr. Pham Minh Duc
• Dr. Huynh Van Hien
• Dr. Le Van Lam

SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE:

• Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Phuong, Can Tho University, Vietnam
• Prof. Dr. Tran Ngoc Hai, Can Tho University, Vietnam
• Prof. Dr. Vu Ngoc Ut, Can Tho University, Vietnam
• Prof. Dr. Tran Thi Thanh Hien, Can Tho University, Vietnam
• A/Prof. Dr.Tran Thi Tuyet Hoa, Can Tho University, Vietnam
• A/Prof. Dr. Tran Minh Phu, Can Tho University, Vietnam
• Prof. Dr. Patrick Sorgeloos, UGent Aquaculture R&D Consortium, Ghent University, Belgium
• Prof. Dr. Anders Dalsgaards, Veterinary Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
• Prof. Dr. Marie-Louise Scippo, Department of Food Sciences, FARAH-VPH, University of Liège,
• Prof. Dr. Patrick Kestmont, Institute of Life, Earth & Environment, URBE, University of Namur, Belgium
• Prof. Yeong Yik Sung, Institute of Climate Adaptation and Marine Biotechnology, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia
• Prof. Dr. Surintorn Boonanuntanasarn, Inst. of Agricultural Technology, Suranaree Uni. of Technology, Thailand
• Prof. Dr. Suriyan Tunkijjanukij, Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University, Thailand
• Prof. Dr. Yutaka Haga, Department of Marine Biosciences, Tokyo Uni. of Marine Science and Technology
• Dr. Kazi Kabir, Researcher, PERSYST - UMR116 ISEM, CIRAD; Adjunct researcher, Aquaculture and Fisheries Group, Wageningen University and Research

CONFERENCE CHAIRS:

• Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Phuong
  Can Tho University, Vietnam
  Chairman, Board of Trustees
  Member of the State Council for Professorship

• Prof. Dr. Patrick Sorgeloos
  Ugent Aquaculture R&D Consortium
  Ghent University, Belgium

CONFERENCE CO-CHAIR:

• Prof. Dr. Vu Ngoc Ut
  Can Tho University, Vietnam
  Dean, College of Aquaculture and Fisheries

• Prof. Dr. Tran Ngoc Hai
  Can Tho University, Vietnam
  Vice-Rector

Conference information will be updated through the website: https://icaf.ctu.edu.vn/
Registration and abstract submission: Link
Abstract sample: Link

Abstract submission: Deadline 30/7/2024 

CONFERENCE SECRETARY:
A/Prof. Tran Minh Phu - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.