30/04/2026
Grateful to have attended the international science lecture and workshop organized by the Marine Biological Association of India in collaboration with Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean studies and hosted at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute , Kochi.
The session, “A Tale of 2 Oceans: Crabs in the Indian and Pacific Oceans – Patterns, Connections and Vicariance,” delivered by Peter Ng Kee Lin, offered deep insights into crab biogeography, taxonomy, and evolutionary linkages between oceanic regions.
I am especially happy that our FYUGP internship students from SSV college & ECOR Foundation got the opportunity to attend this session, interact with leading scientists, and gain exposure to international-level research discussions. Experiences like this are crucial in shaping the next generation of marine scientists.
I truly appreciate the generosity of the organizers for accommodating us and providing such a valuable learning experience.
It was also a pleasure to meet and click a photo with Chan Tin-Yam from National Taiwan Ocean University.
Looking forward to integrating these insights into my ongoing research in crab behavioural ecology and comparative crustacean studies.
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