European Aquaculture Society - EAS - Student Group

02/09/2026

🇱🇹 [ for Lithuania– Meet Sheriff Olajire ]

Hi, I’m Sheriff Olajire, the National Coordinator for Lithuania!

I’m an Erasmus Mundus Master’s student in Marine Biotechnology. I am currently having my Master’s through a joint programme that takes me across four European universities in Spain, France, Lithuania and Croatia, giving me the opportunity to experience different academic and research environments across Europe. My research interests lie at the intersection of microalgae, aquaculture nutrition and fish health. I am particularly interested in the application of microalgae as functional feed ingredients and additives to improve growth, nutrition and overall health in aquaculture species. Outside academics, I enjoy travelling, exploring new places and cultures, and reading about geopolitics and international affairs.

🌍 What do you consider valuable in the group and what are the perks of being EAS-SG member?

Joining the European Aquaculture Society- Student Group (EAS-SG) has been an amazing journey. My role as the National coordinador for Lithuania has given me the opportunity to connect with aquaculture students and young professionals across Europe, building meaningful friendships and professional networks. I am proud to be part of an initiative that empowers the next generation of aquaculture professionals.

✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheriff-olajire/

💡 Student membership in the European Aquaculture Society is FREE!

✔️ Join here: https://lnkd.in/d2WhHSDq

01/09/2026

⏰ One week to go - have you registered yet?

Our EAStalk webinar on nanobubble technology in RAS is coming up fast, and you don't want to miss this one.

🧪 "Nanobubble Technology in RAS: New Research and Insights from the Field"
📅 Tuesday, September 8 | 2:00 – 2:45 PM

Here's a sneak peek at what's on the agenda:
✔️ How nanobubble oxygenation impacts geosmin - one of the industry's most stubborn off-flavour problems
✔️ Effects on nitrification rates and solids removal in RAS
✔️ Real case study data from Moleaer installations across Scandinavia
✔️ Direct answers to the questions RAS operators are actually asking

🎙️ Speakers:
→ Theresa Owokor Afi, PhD Student at Dalhousie University's Centre for Water Resources Studies
→ Jan Eric Haagensen, General Manager Scandinavia at Moleaer - 25+ years in the aquaculture industry

Whether you run a RAS facility, research water treatment, or evaluate aquaculture tech - this 45-minute session is worth your Tuesday afternoon. ⏱️

🔗 Spots are limited - register now! 3c86f1be-fe46-4c08-8833-a4087d487aed@a4ab8958-2a3d-40c0-ae21-d3c85612711f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/3c86f1be-fe46-4c08-8833-a4087d487aed@a4ab8958-2a3d-40c0-ae21-d3c85612711f

26/08/2026

🇨🇿 [ for Czech Republic – Meet Laura Ostolaza ]

Hi, I’m Laura Ostolaza, the National Coordinator for Czech Republic!

I am a phD student at the University of South Bohemia in Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic in the Faculty of Fisheries, located in Vodnany. I am from Spain, where I completed my MSc in Oceanography and Marine Environmental Management at the University of Barcelona. The main objective of my thesis is to assess the effect of different stressors, such as density, salinity and quality of water in Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) in Sander lucioperca (Pikeperch). The analysis of stress indicators such as cortisol and gene expression would help us to optimize the system towards better welfare and production of this species. In my free time I like to read, learn new languages and birdwatching.

🌍 What do you consider valuable in the group and what are the perks of being EAS-SG member?

Being part of EAS-SG allows me to meet people with similar professional interests and keep up to date with the latest scientific trends in the aquaculture sector. Participating in group activities also allows me to develop leadership and management skills. Getting in touch with the hardships that students undergo, helping and guiding them with my experiences as a student is one of my main reasons why I joined this group as well.

💡 Student membership in the European Aquaculture Society is FREE!

✔️ Join here: https://eas.glueup.com/org/eas/memberships/

25/08/2026

[ 🏔️ A few spots left - don't let this one slip by ]

Before Aquaculture Europe 2026 kicks off, spend a day where marble trout swim in crystal-clear Soča River waters and gorges carved by nature take your breath away.

Our pre-conference tour "Discover Tolmin & Beyond" still has a handful of places available - and this is your last chance to grab one.

The day takes you to Faronika hatchery, a gem of a facility dedicated to breeding native species including marble trout and grayling at the confluence of the Soča and Tolminka rivers. From there, the Tolmin Gorges await - one of Slovenia's most spectacular natural landmarks and the entry point to Triglav National Park. 🌿

⚠️ Heads up: the gorge trail involves ~500 stairs and steep terrain. Hiking shoes are mandatory.

📅 Monday, September 28 | 07:30–16:30
💶 €40 per person
👥 Last spots available - book now via your conference registration:
🔗 https://aquaeas.org/

25/08/2026

🎉 ATTENTION !! 🎉

👂 Open your ears and get ready… because this year we’ve got something special for you! 👀

Unlike last year, we’ve decided to give you the chance to WIN ONE OF OUR EAS STUDENT GROUP T-SHIRTS by taking part in our Kahoot Quiz! 🧠🎯

The design is a SURPRISE 🤫… but, as always, we promise you won’t be disappointed! 😎

🏆 HOW DOES IT WORK?
It’s simple: join the Kahoot, answer the questions, collect as many points as possible… and the student with the highest score will WIN A T-SHIRT!

SAVE THE DATES! All events will start at 6:00 PM (CET).

📆 01.09 — Our first topic is Nutrition!
📆 08.09 — Our next topic is Health & Pathology!
📆 15.09 — Our next topic is Production Systems!
📆 22.09 — Our final topic is Reproduction & Genetics!

NO REGISTRATION LINK IS NEEDED! On the day of each event, we’ll send you a link. All you have to do is click the link and join the call! Then, scan the QR code and… the game is ON! 🔥

⚠️ ONLY 50 SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE!
So remember: first come, first served! 🏃‍♀️💨🏃‍♂️

Good luck to everyone! See you all at the first Kahoot! 🎉

25/08/2026

[ ⭐ 🇪🇸 MEET AE2026 STUDENT SPOTLIGHT FINALIST DANA MARIELBA SILVA SILVA! ⭐ ]

Dana Marielba Silva Silva, a PhD student at the Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC) and the Polytechnic University of Catalonia, is one of the three finalists for the Aquaculture Europe 2026 Student Spotlight Award.

Her research investigates the epigenomic and transcriptomic responses of Atlantic cod to continuous light, revealing how photoperiod manipulation influences molecular pathways related to growth and sexual maturation.

🎤 Presentation:
"Integrated Epigenomic DNA Methylation and Transcriptomic Landscapes Reveal Sex-specific Liver Responses to Continuous Light in Atlantic Cod (Gadus morhua)"

Dana will present her research during Plenary 1, where delegates will vote live to decide this year's Student Spotlight Award winner. The selected winner will receive an additional €300 award.

📅 Tuesday, 29 September
🕘 09:00
📍 Marmona 1+2

Join us at Aquaculture Europe 2026 and celebrate outstanding student research!

Register now:
https://aquaeas.org/

24/08/2026

[ 🌍 50 years of Aquaculture Europe: adapting to a changing world ]

As we celebrate 50 years of the European Aquaculture Society, we are proud to see Aquaculture Europe 2026 and the work of our community featured by The Fish Site.

The article includes an interview with Ana Visković, Project & Programme Manager at EAS, and Emma Barbier, Editor at The Fish Site, discussing AE2026, the evolution of Aquaculture Europe and how the aquaculture sector continues to adapt to a changing world.

The article also looks ahead to Aquaculture Europe 2026 in Ljubljana, where researchers, industry professionals, students and other members of the aquaculture community will come together to share knowledge, discuss key challenges and explore new opportunities for the future of aquaculture.

This year's conference is particularly special as we celebrate 50 years of EAS, reflecting on our journey while looking towards the future of aquaculture.

📍 Aquaculture Europe 2026
📅 28 September to 1 October 2026
📌 Ljubljana, Slovenia
🎯 Aquaculture in a Global Change

A big thank you to The Fish Site for featuring AE2026!

👉 Read the full article here:
https://thefishsite.com/articles/fifty-years-of-aquaculture-europe-adapting-to-a-changing-world

We look forward to welcoming you to Ljubljana this September!

As Europe's largest aquaculture conference prepares for its first Slovenian edition, The Fish Site spoke to EAS project and programme manager Ana Visković…

19/08/2026

[ 📢 INNOAQUA Webinar #2: Meet the speakers! ]

Our second webinar, “INNOAQUA: Algae-based innovation for next combined aquaculture production II”, is coming up on 11 September 2026, and we’re excited to share the programme and speakers with you! 🌱🌊

Following our first webinar showcasing combined species production systems from Europe and Southeast Asia, this event turns the spotlight to South America, exploring the potential of algal extracts and their food and non-food applications.

🎙️ Moderators
Dorinde M.M. Kleinegris (NORCE Research, Norway)
Rodrigo Jaramillo (Instituto de Fomento Pesquero cuenta oficial / IFOP, Chile)

🔬 Case studies and expert insights from:
• Leila Hayashi, INTERNATIONAL SEAWEED ASSOCIATION / Acadian Seaplants, Canada
• Natrah Ikhsan, Universiti Putra Malaysia
• Juan Francisco Aldunce Meyer, Seaweed Place, Chile
• Andrés Reyes, Laboratorios Bioluméa, Chile
• Derek Latil de Ros, Algemy ingredients, Spain
• Stive Pregent, Eranova, France

💬 The presentations will be followed by a panel discussion and live audience Q&A, moderated by Patrick Sorgeloos (Ghent University, Belgium) , exploring concept approaches, pilot successes and the challenges of upscaling.

🤝 The event aims to share experiences, connect expertise and pave the way for future cooperation and partnerships around combined aquaculture production and algae-based products.

🗓️ 11 September 2026
🕒 15:00-18:00 CET
💻 Online via MS Teams

📌 Register here: 561b7359-6f75-40c5-8360-cf3008b0298e@a4ab8958-2a3d-40c0-ae21-d3c85612711f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/561b7359-6f75-40c5-8360-cf3008b0298e@a4ab8958-2a3d-40c0-ae21-d3c85612711f

👉 Find the full programme and speaker biographies here:https://www.aquaeas.eu/sites/default/files/content-files/Webinars/INNOAQUA_D6.4_webinar%202_Flyer_19082026.pdf

Through the EU Horizon Europe INNOAQUA Project, EAS is pleased to bring together experts from across the sector to explore innovative approaches to sustainable aquaculture.

19/08/2026

🇭🇺 [ for Hungary – Meet Dávid Várkonyi ]

Hi, I’m Dávid Várkonyi, the National Coordinator for Hungary!

I’m a PhD student in fish nutrition, reproductive biology and it’s microbiological background in the Department of Aquaculture and Environmental Safety, Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Hungary.
My research focuses on the development of a probiotic feed supplement for common carp. This is the third year of my studies and we isolated a promising bacterial species from carp intestine with potential probiotic effects. The goal is to create a product that has a positive effect on the individuals’ gut microbiota, immune system, and overall health. The application of this supplement may also lead to better reproductive performance of broodstocks which can increase the efficiency of propagation

🌍 What do you consider valuable in the group and what are the perks of being EAS-SG member?

Joining the EAS-SG gave new challenges and the opportunity to improve my social and communication skills. Being part of this organization opened several options for participating workshops, training programs and international networking.

💡 Student membership in the European Aquaculture Society is FREE!

✔️ Join here: https://eas.glueup.com/org/eas/memberships/

18/08/2026

[ ⭐ 🇵🇹 MEET AE2026 STUDENT SPOTLIGHT FINALIST LUCIANO RODRIGUES DOS SANTOS! ⭐ ]

Luciano Rodrigues dos Santos, a PhD student in Animal Science specialising in Nutrition at the University of Porto and CIIMAR, is one of the three finalists for the Aquaculture Europe 2026 Student Spotlight Award.

His research explores whether locally sourced protein hydrolysates from agri-food by-products can improve growth performance, stress resilience and flesh quality in European seabass, supporting more sustainable and circular aquafeed strategies.

🎤 Presentation: Can Local Protein Hydrolysates Strengthen Stress Resilience in European Seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax)?

Luciano will present his research during Plenary 1, where conference delegates will vote live to select the Student Spotlight Award winner. The selected winner will receive an additional €300 award.

📅 Tuesday, 29 September
🕘 09:00
📍 Marmona 1+2

Join us and support emerging aquaculture talent!

Register for Aquaculture Europe 2026:
https://aquaeas.org/