About this Research Topic
Parasites play a fundamental role in freshwater ecosystems, influencing the health and dynamics of fish populations. With the increasing impact of global environmental changes and human activities, parasitic invasions have become a significant concern, leading to the spread of invasive species and the emergence of novel diseases. These changes have profound implications not only for aquatic biodiversity but also for fisheries management, aquaculture, and public health. Understanding the interactions between parasites and their hosts, as well as the diversity of parasitic species across different environments, is crucial for mitigating these threats and ensuring the sustainability of freshwater resources.
The goal of this Research Topic is to address the challenges posed by biological invasions of parasitic species in freshwater environments and the resulting pathologies in fish populations. Recent advances in parasitology, ecology, and veterinary science provide new insights into how invasive parasites disrupt ecological balance, contribute to disease outbreaks, and impact aquaculture. This collection aims to compile cutting-edge research that explores the mechanisms of parasite-host interactions, the diversity of parasites in varying environmental contexts, and the role of wild parasites in aquaculture settings. By doing so, the Research Topic seeks to enhance our understanding of these complex dynamics and offer strategies for managing and mitigating the risks associated with parasitic invasions and zoonoses in freshwater ecosystems.
This Research Topic invites contributions that address the ecological, pathological, and zoonotic impacts of parasitic invasions in freshwater fish. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, co-invasions, mechanisms of parasite-driven pathology, host-parasite interactions, the diversity of parasites across different environments, and the influence of wild parasites on aquaculture. Submissions that explore the public health implications of zoonotic parasites in freshwater systems are also welcome. We encourage the submission of original research articles, reviews, and case studies that provide new insights into these areas and contribute to the development of effective management and mitigation strategies.
The goal of this Research Topic is to address the challenges posed by biological invasions of parasitic species in freshwater environments and the resulting pathologies in fish populations. Recent advances in parasitology, ecology, and veterinary science provide new insights into how invasive parasites disrupt ecological balance, contribute to disease outbreaks, and impact aquaculture. This collection aims to compile cutting-edge research that explores the mechanisms of parasite-host interactions, the diversity of parasites in varying environmental contexts, and the role of wild parasites in aquaculture settings. By doing so, the Research Topic seeks to enhance our understanding of these complex dynamics and offer strategies for managing and mitigating the risks associated with parasitic invasions and zoonoses in freshwater ecosystems.
This Research Topic invites contributions that address the ecological, pathological, and zoonotic impacts of parasitic invasions in freshwater fish. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, co-invasions, mechanisms of parasite-driven pathology, host-parasite interactions, the diversity of parasites across different environments, and the influence of wild parasites on aquaculture. Submissions that explore the public health implications of zoonotic parasites in freshwater systems are also welcome. We encourage the submission of original research articles, reviews, and case studies that provide new insights into these areas and contribute to the development of effective management and mitigation strategies.
Keywords: Aquaculture, Diversity, Ecology, fish parasites, host-parasite interface, fish borne diseases, fish pathology, alien parasites
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