Open Access Book

Lead editor:

Dr. D. K. Meena

Dr. D. K. Meena, Senior Scientist working at ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, Kolkata, India. Dr. Meena has in his credit more than 60 international, 10 national peer reviewed articles, 30 book chapters, more than 50 popular articles. In addition, he is member of Editorial board of Research Biotica, Review Editor of Frontiers in Aquatic Physiology, sectional Editor, and World Journal of Food Science and Technology, Editorial Board member, Biotica Research Today (BRT), Editorial Board member Biotica journal, Editorial Board Member of Agriculture and Food Newsletter. Associate Editor International Journal of Zoological Investigation. Editor a book on Organic farming (Second Edition): Global Perspectives and Methods. Lead Guest Editor of ESPR Special issue on “Valorization of agroindustry and seafood waste towards blue economy: a waste to wealth concept”. Lead Guest Editor for a Special Issue on “Fisheries, Aquaculture and Agricultural Sustainability: Global Perspectives and Methods” in Biotica journal. Working as Topical Advisory Panel member of Fishes, water and life MDPI journals. Appointed as Academic Editor PLOSONE and Advances in Agriculture. Associate Editor International Aquatic Research, Food Science and Nutrition Technology, Aquaculture Science and Management. Guest editor in Frontiers in aquaculture. Also nominated as an editor Journal of Inland Fisheries Society of India (JIFSI) and Global Journal of Fisheries Science. Recently appointed as a Consulting Editor, Journal of Environmental Biology (JEB). Also joined as an Editorial Board Member Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (AJFAS). Also joined as EBM in Aquaculture International Journal, BMC Environmental Science, BMC Blue Biotechnology, BMC Aquaculture Science and Management, Discover Biotechnology, Discover Animal, NPJ sustainable Agriculture, Discover Foods. Dr. Meena conferred with Young Scientist Award from Academy of Environmental Biology, Fellow of Environmental Biology, Fellow of Fisheries and Life Sciences, Fellow of Society of Biotic and Environmental Research, Fellow of Zoological Society of India. Best Presentation awards in international and national forums. Dr. Meena is working more than 10 years on conversion of waste to wealth which is witnessed by his publication in high impact journals and also commercialized brewery waste-based fish feed, silk work pupae waste-based fish feed and developed Black solder fly (BSF) based fish feed technology. Dr. Meena acted as expert member of many high-level committee of Govt of India.

Associate Editors

Dr. Girija Saurabh Behere

Dr. Girija Phadke-Behere is currently working as Assistant Professor in Fish Processing Technology Division in College of Fisheries, Datia, Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi. She is distinguished in academics and researcher with a strong background in Fish Processing Technology. She holds a PhD from Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University, Bidar, and has received numerous awards and recognitions for her academic excellence, including the DST-INSPIRE Fellowship, Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth Gold Medals, Research Excellence Award, Academic Excellence Award, Chancellor Award. With over 12 years of experience in research and extension, Dr. Behere has worked on various projects, including AICRP on Integrated Farming Systems, Development of pictorial guidelines for freshness of fish species, species-specific technologies for improved utilization of fishery resources, thermal and non-thermal technologies for processing and packaging of fish products, and innovative product development for value addition and nutrient fortification. She has published 30 research papers in international and national peer-reviewed journals, authored two books, edited one book and contributed to several book chapters/ manuals and having more than 30 popular articles to her credit.  She organized over 200 harbour-based, dry fish development and seafood unit trainings for fishers, fisherwomen, focussing on fish quality management and sustainable fishing during her service in MPEDA-NETFISH. Also organized >15 workshops on Seafood value addition for livelihood generation. She also coordinated for a visit of Indian fishermen to the World Trade Organization in Geneva, Switzerland to advocate for fisheries subsidies and worked as Ornamental Fish Health Certification Officer for export of ornamental fish to various countries.

Dr. Naresh Mehta

Dr. Naresh Kumar Mehta is a renowned expert in the field of fisheries and aquaculture, with a Ph.D. in Fish Processing Technology from Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Mumbai. He has a strong research background, with a focus on fish processing technology, value addition, and waste management, and has published several research papers in national and international journals. Dr. Mehta has received several awards and recognition for his work, including the Young Scientist Award-2020 in the field of Fish Processing Technology and the Best PhD Thesis Award for the academic year 2016-17 from CIFE, Mumbai. He has also received Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) from Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). Currently, Dr. Mehta is working as an Assistant Professor at College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (CAU), Lembucherra, Tripura, and has organized several training programs and workshops on fish processing technology and value addition. He has also delivered a radio talk on "Possibilities of Fish Culture in Banswara District" on All India Radio, Banswara.

Dr. Sudhanshu Raman

Dr. Sudhanshu Raman is a distinguished professional in the field of fish nutrition and feed technology, currently holding the position of Assistant Professor at the College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (CAU), Jhansi. He earned his Ph.D. in Fish Nutrition and Feed Technology from the prestigious ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (Deemed University), Mumbai, in 2021, further strengthening his academic foundation with a Master’s degree in Fish Biotechnology from the same institution.Dr. Raman has built a versatile career, combining academic research with hands-on involvement in developmental projects aimed at enhancing fisheries and aquaculture in India. Since 2017, he has served as a Consultant at the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), Hyderabad, where he played a pivotal role in managing and executing key fisheries development programs. His expertise also extended to his role as Deputy State Programme Manager with the Assam State Fisheries Department, where he oversaw numerous fisheries projects in the Northeastern region of India, with a particular focus on cold water fisheries, aquatic animal health, and technological innovations.Dr. Raman has been instrumental in driving NFDB’s Technology Upgradation projects, working on state-of-the-art developments in aquaculture infrastructure. He also played a leading role in the establishment of Aqua One Centers and the Aquatic Animal Health Laboratory, aimed at improving the health and productivity of aquatic species in the region. Additionally, his international collaborations are noteworthy, as he was part of an Indian delegation to Denmark, exploring partnerships to enhance cold water fisheries in India, a vital area for sustainable fish farming in the country.With a robust research background, Dr. Raman has published extensively in national and international journals, contributing significantly to the advancement of knowledge in fish nutrition, aquaculture, and biotechnology. His research has not only been recognized for its academic value but also for its real-world applications, aimed at improving sustainable fisheries practices. Through his work, Dr. Raman continues to influence both the academic community and the fisheries industry, promoting innovations that are essential for the growth of aquaculture in India and beyond.

Dr. Jham Lal

Dr. Jham Lal is working as assistant Professor with a notable publication record, including 4 book chapters, 2 research articles, and 27 popular articles. He has presented his work at 5 international and 5 national conferences, and has received several awards, including the Best Paper Presentation Award (2024), Best Research Scholar Award (2023), and Young Achiever Award (2023). He has also undergone training in Sophisticated Instruments (2022) and Ecology and Fisheries (2022), and possesses skills in Microsoft Office and SPSS Software. He is a member of several professional societies, including NESFA, ISAHRD, ATDS, and AEDS. Born on 06/09/1992, he is single and has a permanent address in Village-Masna, Mungeli, Chhattisgarh, with a correspondent address at ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore, Kolkata.

Dr. Shimanku Borah

Dr. Simanku Borah is a Scientist at the Regional Centre, ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Guwahati. He holds a Ph.D. in Fisheries Resource Management from ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai, and an M.F.Sc. in Fisheries Resource Management from the same institution. Dr. Borah has research experience in inland fisheries management and has worked on various projects, including those funded by the National Statistical Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of India, and WorldFish, Penang, Malaysia. He has published over 40 research papers in national and international journals and has presented papers at conferences and seminars. Dr. Borah has also received several awards, including the Young Scientist Award-2020 in the field of Fish Processing Technology. He is currently working on projects related to fisheries and aquaculture, including the assessment of fisheries and ecology in the Kameng basin of Arunachal Pradesh.