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Day 1: TUESDAY, 04 Nov, 2025
13:00~ ISFSI Board Meeting
[ Seminar Room (3F) ]
14:00-16:00 Registration Desk Open
[ Registration: Chung-Hwa Hall (2F); Poster Mounting: 1F ]
16:00~18:00 Welcome Drink
[ Atrium, College of Bioscience and Biotechnology Building ]

 

Day 2: WEDNESDAY, 05 Nov, 2025
08:20~08:30 Registration Desk Open
[ Registration: Chung-Hwa Hall (2F) ]
08:30~09:00 Opening Ceremony
Chung-Hwa Hall
Welcoming Remarks
Dr. Jorge Galindo-Villegas, President, the International Society of Fish and Shellfish Immunology (ISFSI)
Dr. Wen-Jane Tu, Administrative Deputy Minister, Ministry of Agriculture
Dr. Yung-Chun Lee, Executive Vice President, National Cheng Kung University
Dr. Wei- Jung Chen, President, Taiwan Marine Biotechnology Society
Dr. Han-Ching Wang, Chairperson, 5th ISFSI Local Organizing Committee
Group Photo
09:00~09:45 Keynote Session 1
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Jorge Galindo-Villegas

Keynote Speech [K1-O-01]
Functional characterization reveals an ancestral and complex antiviral program in Cnidaria
Dr. Yehu Moran, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
09:45~10:15 Coffee Break
(Sponsored by innecreaie )
10:15~12:15 Scientific Session 1
Chung-Hwa Hall

Topic 1. Fish and Shellfish: Immunity and Disease
Chair: Dr. Beatriz Novoa
Co-Chair: Dr. Hong-Yi Gong

Oral Presentations:
T1-O-01 ~ T1-O-10
12:15~13:30 Lunch
[ Boxed meal: 3F (~100 seats) and B1F (~100 seats) ]
13:30~13:55 Invited Session 1
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Wei-Jung Chen

Invited Speech [I1-O-01]
Revisiting the poikilothermia: effect of seasonal temperature on the skin of Atlantic salmon infested with Caligus rogercresseyi
Dr. Felipe E. Reyes-López, Universidad de Santiago de Chile, Chile
13:55~14:20 Invited Session 2
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Sam Martin

Invited Speech [I1-O-02]
The utilization of tiny droplets can accelerate research on fish diseases and immunity
Dr. Keiichiro Koiwai, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
14:20~14:50 Poster Session [ 1F ] / Coffee Break [ 2F ]
[ Student Poster Competition ]
14:50~15:50 Scientific Session 2
Chung-Hwa Hall		 Sponsor Session 1
Seminar Room [ 3F]

Topic 1. (Cont.) Fish and Shellfish:
Immunity and Disease
Chair: Dr. Jun-ichi Hikima
Co-Chair: Dr. Po-Tsang Lee

Oral Presentations:
T1-O-11 ~ T1-O-15

Elite sponsor –
DaChan Great Wall Group

Total Nutrition Technologies
14:50-16:35

Fermented and hydrolyzed plant-based peptides and probiotics as feeding strategies toward sustainable and green aquaculture
Dr. Chung-Te Lee, Dachan Great Wall Group, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
15:50~17:10 Scientific Session 3
Chung-Hwa Hall

Topic 2. Crustacean and Molluscan: Immunity and Disease
Chair: Dr. Hiroaki Suetake
Co-Chair: Dr. Han-You Lin

Oral Presentations:
T2-O-01 ~ T2-O-06
17:30~ Free Night

 

Day 3: THURSDAY, 06 Nov, 2025
08:20~08:30 Registration Desk Open
08:30~09:15 Keynote Session 2
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Giuseppe Scapigliati

Keynote Speech [K2-O-01]
Hemocyte diversity and differentiation in crustaceans
Dr. Irene Söderhäll, Uppsala University, Sweden
09:15~09:40 Invited Session 3
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Han-Ching Wang

Invited Speech [I2-O-01]
AMP-Based Intervention as a Sustainable Strategy for Shrimp Disease Control
Dr. Kunlaya Somboonwiwat, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
09:40~10:05 Invited Session 4
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. James Wynne

Invited Speech [I2-O-02]
Development of a marine probiotic bacterium producing nanobody and/or dsRNA against white spot syndrome virus (WSSV)
Dr. Mary Nia M. Santos, National Fisheries Research and Development Institute, Philippines
10:05~10:30 Coffee Break
10:30~12:15 Scientific Session 4
Chung-Hwa Hall		 Sponsor Session 2
Seminar Room [ 3F]

Topic 2. (Cont.) Crustacean and Molluscan: Immunity and Disease
Chair: Dr. Chin-Chyuan Chang
Co-Chair: Dr. Pakpoom Boonchuen

Oral Presentations:
T2-O-07 ~ T2-O-14

Premier Sponsor --

GeneReach Biotechnology Corp.
10:30-12:15

Translate scientific research into industry solutions
GeneReach Biotechnology – Industry Application Overview
CEO Simon Chung, GeneReach Biotechnology Corporation
12:15~13:30 Lunch
[ Boxed meal: 3F (~100 seats) and B1F (~100 seats) ]
13:30~13:55 Invited Session 5
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Li-Li Chen

Invited Speech [I2-O-03]
Insights into Thai Stakeholders’ Views on Fish Vaccination
Dr. Saengchan Senapin, National Science and Technology Development Agency, & Mahidol University, Thailand
13:55~15:10 Scientific Session 5
Chung-Hwa Hall		 Sponsor Session 3
Seminar Room [ 3F]

Topic 3. Integrated Mechanisms of Immunity and Host-Pathogen Interactions
Chair: Dr. Krzysztof Rakus
Co-Chair: Dr. Tzong-Yueh Chen

Oral Presentations:
T3-O-01 ~ T3-O-06

Diamond Sponsor --

Giant Bio Technology
13:55-15:40

Topic: Rethinking Shrimp Biosecurity: Translating Integrative, Antibiotic-Free Strategies into Practice
15:10~16:30 Poster Session [ 1F ] Coffee Break [ 2F ]
[ Student Poster Competition ]
16:30~17:00 Flash Talk Session
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Patricia Pereiro
Co-Chair: Dr. Yu-Hung Lin

Flash Talk (3 min)
T1-P-06; T1-P-08; T1-P-10; T1-P-13; T1-P-14; T2-P-17; T2-P-22; T3-P-04; T5-P-04
17:15~20:00 Social Activity
[ Free to attend ]
Garden Night Market (花園夜市)

 

Day 4: FRIDAY, 07 Nov, 2025
08:20~08:30 Registration Desk Open
08:30~09:15 Keynote Session 3
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Brian Dixon

Keynote Speech [K3-O-01]
Current knowledge on the differentiation of fish IgM B cells to plasma cells
Dr. Carolina Tafalla, National Institute for Agricultural and Food Research and Technology (INIA), Spanish Research Council (CSIC), Spain
09:15~09:40 Invited Session 6
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Oriol Sunyer

Invited Speech [I3-O-01]
Biotechnological applications in marine science: how to understand the language of physiology
Dr. Andrea C. Alfaro, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
09:40~10:05 Invited Session 7
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Louise von Gersdorff Jørgensen

Invited Speech [I3-O-02]
Reframing the understanding of WSSV pathogenesis via multi-omics dissection of host control
Dr. Han-Ching Wang, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
10:05~10:25 Coffee Break
10:25~11:15 Scientific Session 6
Chung-Hwa Hall		 Sponsor Session 4
Seminar Room [ 3F]

Topic 3. (Cont.) Integrated Mechanisms of Immunity and Host-Pathogen Interactions
Chair: Dr. Marco Gerdol
Co-Chair: Dr. Hao-Ching Wang

Oral Presentations:
T3-O-07 ~ T3-O-10

FSI Special Edition Sponsor
Fish & Shellfish Immunology
Elsevier, Fish and Shellfish Immunology
10:25-11:25

Author Workshop
Chair: Dr. Carolina Tafalla
Co-Chair: Dr. Steve Bird
11:15~11:30 Break
11:30~12:30 Beyond Numbers: Advancing Research Quality
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Jorge Galindo-Villegas

A dynamic panel bringing together editors and researchers to explore how to move beyond quantitative metrics, emphasizing best practices, critical insights, and strategies for strengthening the quality and impact of scientific research.
12:30~13:30 Lunch
[ Boxed meal: 3F (~100 seats) and B1F (~100 seats) ]
13:30~18:00 Social Activity
[ Free to attend ]

Tainan Historic Sites Tour
Shuttle Bus Pickup: next to The Magic School of Green Technologies, NCKU
18:00~21:00 Gala Dinner
[ Free to attend ]

Argo Yacht Club (亞果薈)
Address: No. 585, Sec. 2, Xingang Rd., Anping Dist., Tainan City 708013, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

If you are not joining the Tainan Historic Sites Tour, please take a taxi directly to the venue.
Estimated travel time: 20–30 minutes from National Cheng Kung University.
Estimated fare: ~NTD 350~400.

 

Day 5: SATURDAY, 08 Nov, 2025
08:20~08:30 Registration Desk Open
08:30~09:15 Keynote Session 4
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Irene Salinas Remiro

Keynote Speech [K4-O-01]
Epigenetic plasticity enables copepods to cope with ocean acidification
Prof. Jae-Seong Lee, Sungkyunkwan University, Republic of Korea
09:15~10:10 Scientific Session 7
Chung-Hwa Hall

Topic 3. (Cont.) Integrated Mechanisms of Immunity and Host-Pathogen Interactions
Chair: Dr. Tomáš Korytář
Co-Chair: Dr. Garner Algo Alolod

Oral Presentations:
T3-O-11 ~ T3-O-14
10:10~10:40 Coffee Break
10:40~12:30 Scientific Session 8
Chung-Hwa Hall

Topic 4. Innovations in Nutrition, Technology, and Microbiome-Immune Interactions
Chair: Dr. Shih-Chu Chen
Co-Chair: Dr. Magalí Rey Campos

Oral Presentations:
T4-O-01 ~ T4-O-09
12:30~13:30 Lunch
[ Boxed meal: 3F (~100 seats) and B1F (~100 seats) ]
13:30~14:45 Scientific Session 9
Chung-Hwa Hall

Topic 5. Innovative Immunoprophylactic Strategies
Chair: Dr. Mikolaj Adamek
Co-Chair: Dr. Eva Vallejos-Vidal

Oral Presentations:
T5-O-01 ~ T5-O-06
14:45~15:15 Coffee Break
15:15~16:00 The ISFSI General Assembly
Chung-Hwa Hall

Chair: Dr. Jorge Galindo-Villegas, President, the International Society of Fish and Shellfish Immunology (ISFSI)

The General Assembly is open to all members and will include the Society’s activity and financial reports, future plans, and other related matters. Time will also be reserved for open discussion and suggestions from members.
16:00~16:30 Closing Remarks & Award Ceremony
Chung-Hwa Hall

 

 

Scientific Session

 

Topic 1
Fish and Shellfish: Immunity and Disease
Oral Presentation(＊: student competition)
Scientific Session 1
05 Nov, 10:15 ~ 12:15
Chair: Dr. Saengchan Senapin
Co-Chair: Dr. Hong-Yi Gong
10:15-10:27
T1-O-01＊
Ginbuna T cells express cytokines in an antigen-specific manner via antigen presentation by phagocytes
Presenting author: Shinji Takeda, Nihon University, Japan
10:27-10:39
T1-O-02
The NLRP3 inflammasome activated pyroptosis to clear the invaded Nocardia seriolae in Micropterus salmoides
Presenting author: Qingchao Wang, Huazhong Agricultural University, China
10:39-10:51
T1-O-03
Where do ellipsoid macrophages come from in teleost?
Presenting author: Hiroaki Suetake, Fukui Prefectural University, Japan
10:51-11:03
T1-O-04
Understanding complex gill disease in Atlantic salmon: evidence from marine open sea-cage systems
Presenting author: Mabel Vidal, Universidad de Concepción, Chile
11:03-11:15
T1-O-05
Preparation and functional analysis of peripheral blood leukocytes in hybrid grouper (Epinephelus fuscoguttatus × E. lanceolatus)
Presenting author: Yeh-Fang Hu, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
11:15-11:27
T1-O-06
Asymptomatic PRV-1 infection in Atlantic salmon triggers spleen-specific Th1 immune response
Presenting author: Eva Vallejos-Vidal, Universidad De Las Americas, Chile
11:27-11:39
T1-O-07
Taurine as a resistance-associated metabolite against Aeromonas salmonicida in turbot (Scophthalmus maximus)
Presenting author: Patricia Pereiro, National Research Council (CSIC), Spain
11:39-11:51
T1-O-08
Microbiota shifts in Meretrix taiwanica associated with mass mortality triggered by Vibrio coralliilyticus CB1
Presenting author: Ying-Ning Ho, Institute of Marine Biology, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
11:51-12:03
T1-O-09
Adverse impacts of polystyrene nanoplastics on teleosts: insights from in vitro and ex vivo studies
Presenting author: Simona Picchietti, University of Tuscia, Viterbo, Italy
12:03-12:15
T1-O-10
Characterization of CD4 T lymphocyte subsets in systemic and mucosal lymphoid organs of Atlantic Salmon
Presenting author: Ryuichiro Miyazawa, University of Pennsylvania, USA

 

Scientific Session 2
05 Nov, 14:50 ~ 15:50
Chair: Dr. Jun-ichi Hikima
Co-Chair: Dr. Po-Tsang Lee
14:50-15:02
T1-O-11＊
Comparative functional analysis of four type I interferon isoforms in Japanese flounder using recombinant approaches
Presenting author: Loku Naidelage Lakmali Prasadika Jayasinghe, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
15:02-15:14
T1-O-02
Development of an antigen presentation assay using rainbow trout (Oncorhyncus mykiss) dorsal fin cells stimulated with heat-inactivated viral hemorrhagic septicemia virus (VHSV) IVb
Presenting author: Valentina Wong-Benito, University of Waterloo, Canada
15:14-15:26
T1-O-13＊
Massive recruitment of CD45⁺ and T cells drives central nervous system responses in RGNNV-infected European seabass
Presenting author: Valeria Pianese, University of Tuscia, Italy
15:26-15:38
T1-O-14
Immune cell-resolved transcriptomics provides insights into the basis for variations of fish genetic resistance to viral disease
Presenting author: Thomas C. Clark, University of Edinburgh, UK
15:38-15:50
T1-O-15＊
Molecular cloning of zymosan-binding lectin in the Banded Houndshark (Triakis scyllium)
Presenting author: Jianing Zhu, Kyushu University, Japan

 

Poster Presentation(＊: student competition)
T1-P-01＊
Fermented Broussonetia papyrifera leaves on growth performance, immune responses, and resistance to Vibrio of shrimp
Presenting author: Guan-Lin Lai, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-02
CD8 loci in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss): Association of single CD8α with dual CD8β isoforms
Presenting author: Ehdaa Abdelsalam, Fukui Prefectural University, Japan
T1-P-03＊
Mitochondrial pyruvate carrier proteins mediate host-pathogen interactions during WSSV infection in shrimp
Presenting author: Yu-Chen Lin, National Cheng Kung university, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-04＊
Tracking monocyte/macrophage cells following immersion vaccination in rainbow trout
Presenting author: Tsugumi Masunaga, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
T1-P-05＊
Deciphering the mechanism behind shrimp body color regulation
Presenting author: Yun Chen, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-06＊
Effects of FTY720 administration on lymphocyte dynamics in rainbow trout
Presenting author: Ryosuke Fujihara, Nihon University, Japan
T1-P-07＊
Molecular analysis of IgT in orange-spotted grouper (Epinephelus coioides) upon Nodavirus infection and different temperatures
Presenting author: Sheng-Tsung Chang, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-08＊
Functional characterization of rainbow trout perforin-1
Presenting author: Kana Hagiwara, Nihon University, Japan
T1-P-09＊
Characterization of interferon regulatory factor 9 in giant grouper (Epinephelus lanceolatus) antiviral immune response
Presenting author: Yuan-Kuei Hsieh, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-10＊
Transportation of bacterial antigens in the rainbow trout intestine
Presenting author: Aika Tharindie Guruge, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
T1-P-11
Transcriptomic insights into neuroendocrine dysregulation in Macrobrachium rosenbergii infected by infectious precocity virus
Presenting author: Yun-Ru Chiang, Ming Chuan University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-12
The vertebrate lysozyme inhibitor Ivy from Edwardsiella piscicida inhibits C-type lysozyme activity in Japanese flounder Paralichthys olivaceus
Presenting author: Jun-ichi Hikima, University of Miyazaki, Japan
T1-P-13
Divergent roles of interferon gamma and interferon gamma-related-like molecules in grouper antiviral immunity
Presenting author: Yueh-chiang Han, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-14＊
Trout Granulomatous Virus (TGV) infection in rainbow trout gills reveals immune evasion and endothelial dysfunction
Presenting author: Sara Ximena Amortegui Umana, University of New Mexico, USA
T1-P-15＊
Feasibility study on the application of antimicrobial peptides for the treatment of coral ciliate infections
Presenting author: You-Ren Lai, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-16＊
Characterization of CD4-1⁺ myeloid cells localized in tissues of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Presenting author: Eiji Miyawaki, Fukui Prefectural University, Japan
T1-P-17＊
Impact of NNV infection on antioxidant and oxidative stress in giant grouper (Epinephelus lanceolatus)
Presenting author: Chen-Yu Kuo, National Cheng Kung university, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-18
Myostatin b gene-edited mutation on Streptococcus resistance, innate immunity and lipid metabolism in Nile tilapia
Presenting author: Hong-Yi Gong, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T1-P-19＊
Identification of immunoglobulins from Triaenodon obesus through de novo transcriptome analysis
Presenting author: Claudio Gargano, University of Palermo, Italy
T1-P-20＊
Colony-stimulating factors on cellular activation and development of Japanese flounder immune cells
Presenting author: Rungnapa Sakulworakan, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan

 

Topic 2
Crustacean and Molluscan: Immunity and Disease
Oral Presentation(＊: student competition)
Scientific Session 3
05 Nov, 15:50 ~ 17:10
Chair: Dr. Hiroaki Suetake
Co-Chair: Dr. Han-You Lin
15:50-16:02
T2-O-01＊
The impact of splenectomy on antibody responses in teleost fish
Presenting author: Shota Watanabe, Nihon University, Japan
16:02-16:14
T2-O-02
Metagenomic insights into the progression of White Muscle Disease in Kuruma shrimp (Penaeus japonicus)
Presenting author: Garner Algo Langote Alolod, University of Antique-Tario Lim Memorial Campus, Philippines
16:14-16:26
T2-O-03＊
Evaluation of a leukocyte transplantation model using GFP-expressing transgenic clonal ginbuna
Presenting author: Ren Uehara, Nihon University, Japan
16:26-16:38
T2-O-04＊
Transcriptome analysis revealed immune protection of formalin killed cell – Vibrio parahaemolyticus bath vaccination in whiteleg shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) against AHPND
Presenting author: Ma. Ramela Angela Bermeo-Capunong, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
16:38-16:50
T2-O-05＊
Immunomodulatory and antibacterial effects of PACAP in Pacific white shrimp Litopenaeus vannamei
Presenting author: Jesús Luis Betancourt, University of Waterloo, Canada
16:50-17:02
T2-O-06＊
Investigation of the presence and role of Virus-derived DNA in Penaeus vannamei infected with an RNA virus
Presenting author: Shana Fresnido Genavia, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark

 

Scientific Session 4
06 Nov, 10:30 ~ 12:15
Chair: Dr. Chin-Chyuan Chang
Co-Chair: Dr. Pakpoom Boonchuen
10:30-10:42
T2-O-07
Genomic and transcriptomic features of mussels: the molecular insights into their adaptive success
Presenting author: Beatriz Novoa, Institute of Marine Research (IIM-CSIC), Vigo, Spain
10:42-10:54
T2-O-08＊
Injection administration of passion fruit peel, Passiflora edulis, extract enhances immune responses of Macrobrachium rosenbergii
Presenting author: Yi-Chun Yeh, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
10:54-11:06
T2-O-09
A midkine/pleiotrophin-like cytokine is a key player in the transcriptional reprogramming of mussel hemocytes
Presenting author: Marco Gerdol, University of Trieste, Italy
11:06-11:18
T2-O-10
Uncovering the gene regulation of PirAvp and PirBvp toxins in AHPND causing Vibrio parahaemolyticus
Presenting author: Hao-Ching Wang, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
11:18-11:30
T2-O-11＊
Light-activated dialdehyde cellulose nanocrystals (DACNC)-erythrosine generates ROS for Vibrio inactivation in whiteleg shrimp
Presenting author: Dewi Nur'aeni Setyowati, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
11:30-11:42
T2-O-12
Circular RNAs: key players in shrimp antiviral immunity against WSSV
Presenting author: Pakpoom Boonchuen, Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand
11:42-11:54
T2-O-13＊
Integrated metabolomics reveals immunomodulatory compounds in giant African snail (Achatina fulica) extracts for the giant river prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii)
Presenting author: Youshang Lin, National Sun Yat-sen University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
11:54-12:06
T2-O-14
WSSV regulates malate-aspartate shuttle during infection
Presenting author: Yen Siong Ng, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

 

Poster Presentation(＊: student competition)
T2-P-01
Genome characterization and pathogenesis of translucent post-larvae disease in white shrimp
Presenting author: Ramya Kumar, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-02＊
In vitro model for IMNV using shrimp muscle blocks from Penaeus vannamei and Penaeus japonicus
Presenting author: Inori Goda, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
T2-P-03＊
Uncovering AphBvp-mediated regulation of PirAvp/PirBvp toxins and biofilm formation in AHPND causing Vibrio parahaemolyticus
Presenting author: Michael Eniola Ayenero, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-04＊
Cinnamomum osmophloeum leaf hot-water extract in Penaeus vannamei: Autophagy- and apoptosis-related gene expression
Presenting author: Muhammad Ar Rozzaaq Nugraha, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-05＊
Characterization of a novel hemocyte subpopulation in white shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) and its involvement in the early immune response to Vibrio parahaemolyticus
Presenting author: Novi Rosmala Dewi, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-06
Effect of parasite infection on mud shrimp (Austinogebia edulis) in the coast of Taiwan
Presenting author: Yen-Cheng Liang, Freshwater Aquaculture Research Center, Fisheries Research Institute Ministry of Agriculture, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-07＊
scRNA-seq-based systematization of Pacific abalone hemocyte classification
Presenting author: Hiroki Kusaka, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
T2-P-08＊
White spot syndrome virus facilitates and relies on shrimp de novo nucleotide synthesis to support viral pathogenesis
Presenting author: Cong-Yan Chen, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-09＊
Putative functional role of circular RNA–mediated miRNA sponging in shrimp antiviral response
Presenting author: Tannatorn Phiwthong, Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand
T2-P-10＊
Host acetyl-CoA pathways support WSSV replication
Presenting author: Shu-Wen Cheng, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-11＊
Effects of thermal stress on apoptosis in Litopenaeus vannamei hemocytes
Presenting author: Cheng-Jen Su, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-12＊
Uncovering the role of a gill ficolin: regulatory mechanisms on the immunity of Penaeus vannamei
Presenting author: John Paul Matthew D. Guzman, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
T2-P-13
External immune sentinels in the seawater ecosystem: the specialization of bivalve hemocytes
Presenting author: Magalí Rey Campos, Institute of Marine Research (IIM), National Research Council (CSIC), Spain
T2-P-14
Detection of Marteilioides chungmuensis in cultured Portuguese oyster (Crassostrea angulata) in southern Taiwan
Presenting author: I-wen Chen, Veterinary Research Institute, Ministry of Agriculture, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-15
Shrimp aquaculture biosecurity in Saudi Arabia: historical developments and future directions
Presenting author: Benjamin C. Young, Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund; Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture, Saudi Arabia
T2-P-16
Investigation of immunostimulatory potential of secondary metabolites from marine fungi for shrimp aquaculture
Presenting author: Li-Li Chen, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-17＊
The functional role of Vago1 in acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease (AHPND) in Litopenaeus vannamei
Presenting author: Tuangrak Seabkongseng, Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand
T2-P-18＊
Study on the anaesthesia and immunomodulatory effects of Chaetomorpha aerea extract on Litopenaeus vannamei
Presenting author: Wen-Jie Ko, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-19
Effects of hypoxia and elevated temperature on hemocyte metabolism and immunity in Pacific oyster (Crassostrea gigas): insights from metabolomics and flow cytometry
Presenting author: Hyun-Ki Hong, Gyeongsang National University, Republic of Korea
T2-P-20＊
ALF expression as an indicator of health and immunity in cultured slipper lobster
Presenting author: You-Qi Wang, National Taitung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-21＊
Perilla leaf extract as a functional feed additive enhances immunity and AHPND resilience in shrimp
Presenting author: Athiya Azzahidah, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T2-P-22＊
Mucosal vaccination routes and their combination impact the efficacy of prime-boost IHNV vaccines in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Presenting author: Ali Abouismail, University of New Mexico, USA

 

Topic 3
Integrated Mechanisms of Immunity and Host-Pathogen Interactions
Oral Presentation(＊: student competition)
Scientific Session 5
06 Nov, 13:55 ~ 15:10
Chair: Dr. Krzysztof Rakus
Co-Chair: Dr. Tzong-Yueh Chen
13:55-14:07
T3-O-01＊
Temperature-dependent modulation of PKR-mediated antiviral responses to NNV infection in giant grouper (Epinephelus lanceolatus)
Presenting author: Sih-Shien Lee, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
14:07-14:19
T3-O-02＊
Functionality of duplicated cd9 paralogous antiviral genes in salmonids
Presenting author: Max Charles Vallarino, University of Aberdeen, UK
14:19-14:31
T3-O-03
Teleost FcR-like genes: ancient players in the evolution of antibody effector functions
Presenting author: Tomáš Korytář, Biology Centre Czech Academy of Science, Czech Republic
14:31-14:43
T3-O-04
Epigenomic insights into the proinflammatory immune response of Atlantic salmon
Presenting author: Shahmir Naseer, University of Aberdeen, UK
14:43-14:55
T3-O-05
Great balls of fire? Are the testes of common carp not immune-privileged during viral infections?
Presenting author: Mikolaj Adamek, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Germany
14:55-15:07
T3-O-06＊
Sex-based differences in rainbow trout innate immunity: in vivo and in vitro gene expression
Presenting author: Yubing Chen, University of Waterloo, Canada

 

Scientific Session 6
07 Nov, 10:25 ~ 11:15
Chair: Dr. Marco Gerdol
Co-Chair: Dr. Hao-Ching Wang
10:25-10:37
T3-O-07
The role of cholesterol 25-hydroxylase in viral infections in zebrafish
Presenting author: Krzysztof Rakus, Jagiellonian University, Poland
10:37-10:49
T3-O-08＊
High temperature - induced activation of inflammatory responses in ayu Plecoglossus altivelis
Presenting author: Rowena Cadiz, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
10:49-11:01
T3-O-09＊
Organ-specific repertoires of immunoglobulin genes in a cartilaginous fish
Presenting author: Soichiro Yoshizawa, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
11:01-11:13
T3-O-10
Chemokine specifically expressed in the ovarian cavity leukocytes in pregnant female of viviparous surfperch
Presenting author: Osamu Nakamura, Kitasato University, Japan

 

Scientific Session 7
08 Nov, 09:15 ~ 10:10
Chair: Dr. Tomáš Korytář
Co-Chair: Dr. Garner Algo Alolod
09:15-09:27
T3-O-11
In vitro and in vivo assessments of hypothermal condition on Vibrio alginolyticus virulence factor and immunity of Litopenaeus vannamei
Presenting author: Zhong-Wen Chang, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
09:27-09:39
T3-O-12
Uncovering a host gene conferring innate protection against a protozoan parasite in zebrafish
Presenting author: Louise von Gersdorff Jørgensen, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
09:39-09:51
T3-O-13
Characterization of IgM antibodies and IgM-expressing cells in genetically modified zebrafish
Presenting author: Fumio Takizawa, Fukui Prefectural University, Japan
09:51-10:03
T3-O-14
Evolutionarily conserved PAMP recognition in leukocytes of the cloudy catshark, induced by TLR ligands
Presenting author: Takahiro Nagasawa, Kyushu University, Japan

 

Poster Presentation(＊: student competition)
T3-P-01＊
Acute skin responses to ammonia in striped catfish (Pangasianodon hypophthalmus) unveil a potential damage-buffering mechanism
Presenting author: Wei-Hsuan Hsiao, National Sun Yat-sen University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T3-P-02
Haematological indicators of stress and immune function in red finfold barb Hypsibarbus vernayi spawning aggregation
Presenting author: Khattapan Jantawongsri, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
T3-P-03＊
Ethyl caffeate enhances immune response and metabolite pathway post challenging Vibrio alginolyticus in hybrid grouper (Epinephelus fuscoguttatus ♀ × Epinephelus lanceolatus ♂)
Presenting author: Ari Widodo, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T3-P-04＊
In vivo dynamics of antigen-specific B cells following adoptive transfer in GFP-transgenic ginbuna crucian carp
Presenting author: Daichi Oku, Nihon University, Japan
T3-P-05＊
Multifunctional roles of WSSV079 and WSSV164 in RNA regulatory networks during WSSV replication in Litopenaeus vannamei
Presenting author: Brandon Rafael de Jesús Castillo-Corea, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T3-P-06＊
Antigen uptake, retention, and processing in the nasal cavity of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Presenting author: Benjamin J Garcia, University of New Mexico, USA
T3-P-07＊
Characterization of modulatory effects of temperature stresses and response to NNV infection in grouper Mxs
Presenting author: Ying-Xiu Huang, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T3-P-08
Functional roles of TLR18 and its adaptor protein in the immune responses of striped catfish (Pangasianodon hypophthalmus)
Presenting author: Po-Tsang Lee, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T3-P-09＊
Cloning and expression of PTX3 gene in giant grouper (Epinephelus lanceolatus) under stress conditions
Presenting author: Chen-Yu Tsai, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T3-P-10
Immunometabolic responses of Larimichthys crocea to Metanophrys sp. infection
Presenting author: Jorge Galindo-Villegas, Nord University, Norway
T3-P-11
Immune stress suppresses androgen-driven nuptial coloration in male rosy bitterlings (Rhodeus ocellatus ocellatus)
Presenting author: Tsukasa Ryu, Kyushu University, Japan

 

Topic 4
Innovations in Nutrition, Technology, and Microbiome-Immune Interactions
Oral Presentation(＊: student competition)
Scientific Session 8
08 Nov, 10:40 ~ 12:30
Chair: Dr. Shih-Chu Chen
Co-Chair: Dr. Magalí Rey Campos
10:40-10:52
T4-O-01＊
Establishment of a cobia (Rachycentron canadum) gill cell line: a valuable tool for immune response studies
Presenting author: Thi Hang Ho, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
10:52-11:04
T4-O-02
GM-Camelina sativa derived omega-3s in Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) diet resuce inflammatory response
Presenting author: Samuel AM Martin, University of Aberdeen, UK
11:04-11:16
T4-O-03
Protein-optimized diets modulate hepatic immunometabolic signatures in juvenile spotted wolffish (Anarhichas minor)
Presenting author: Joshua Superio, National Fisheries Research and Development Institute – Fisheries Biotechnology Center, Philippines
11:16-11:28
T4-O-04
Establishment and characterization of a new cell line (GSP) from the spleen of Epinephelus coioides
Presenting author: Jiann-Horng Leu, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
11:28-11:40
T4-O-05
Secretory IgM regulates gut microbiota homeostasis and metabolism
Presenting author: J. Oriol Sunyer, University of Pennsylvania, USA
11:40-11:52
T4-O-06
Development and evaluation of yeast-based natural astaxanthin as a feed additive for shrimp aquaculture
Presenting author: Cheeranan Sriphuttha, Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand
11:52-12:04
T4-O-07
Mechanisms of growth and health promotion in Penaeus vannamei mediated by a phytobiotic-based health additive
Presenting author: I-Tung Chen, Adisseo SAS, France
12:04-12:16
T4-O-08
Evaluation of Shewanella putrefaciens (S5) and Rhodovulum sulfidophilum (FA120) as potential probiotics for four-finger threadfin (Eleutheronema tetradactylum)
Presenting author: Omkar Vijay Byadgi, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
12:16-12:28
T4-O-09
Chromosome-level genome assembly reveals divergent immune mechanisms in the genus Meretrix
Presenting author: Che-Chun Chen, Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

 

Poster Presentation(＊: student competition)
T4-P-01＊
Effects of dietary yeast cell wall supplementation on gut microbiota composition in Penaeus vannamei
Presenting author: Mukdamas Khemkham, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
T4-P-02
Characterization of physiological response transcriptomics through leptin inhibition in grouper
Presenting author: Tzong-Yueh Chen, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T4-P-03
CRISPR/cas9 knockout of TLR5 genes in rainbow trout cells
Presenting author: James W. Wynne, CSIRO Agriculture and Food, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
T4-P-04＊
The oral inhibitor regulates hepatic lipid metabolism in grouper through the leptin pathway
Presenting author: Yu-Yi Chou, Department of Biotechnology and Bioindustry Sciences, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T4-P-05＊
Biocontrol potential and cryopreservation of marine ciliates for sustainable management of bacterial pathogens in aquaculture
Presenting author: Xin-Long Liu, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T4-P-06＊
Microdroplet-based high-throughput screening of antagonistic bacteria for biological control of Vibriosis in penaeid shrimp
Presenting author: Hajime Yuasa, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
T4-P-07＊
Mechanistic insights into anti-Vibrio activity of a synthetic microbial consortium: role of bacterial contact and algal support
Presenting author: Yu-Ting Hsiao, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T4-P-08＊
Evaluation of striped catfish skin responses to Aeromonas hydrophila using established skin epithelial cell line
Presenting author: Ying-Hsien Wu, National Sun Yat-sen University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

 

Topic 5
Innovative Immunoprophylactic Strategies
Oral Presentation(＊: student competition)
Scientific Session 9
08 Nov, 13:30 ~ 14:45
Chair: Dr. Mikolaj Adamek
Co-Chair: Dr. Eva Vallejos-Vidal
13:30-13:42
T5-O-01
Enhancing barramundi production: safety, efficacy and compatibility assessment of a new scale drop vaccine in aquaculture
Presenting author: Kimberly A. Veenstra, MSD Animal Health, Singapore
13:42-13:54
T5-O-02
Development of ccombodies identify WSSV VP28 protein
Presenting author: Tae Sung Jung, Gyeongsang National University, Republic of Korea
13:54-14:06
T5-O-03
Optimization of prime-boost intervals enhances IHNV vaccine efficacy in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Presenting author: Irene Salinas, University of New Mexico, USA
14:06-14:12
T5-O-04＊
Assessment of fish protein hydrolysate as a substitute for fish meal in white shrimp diets: Impact on growth, immune response, and resistance against Vibrio parahaemolyticus infection
Presenting author: Hoang Trieu Quan Tran, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
14:12-14:24
T5-O-05＊
Optimizing linker configurations in chimeric NNV virus-like particles for enhanced antigen presentation and immune response
Presenting author: Supawich Thanapattanapongs, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
14:24-14:36
T5-O-06＊
Development of a live attenuated Edwardsiella piscicida vaccine for olive flounder aquaculture
Presenting author: D.M.K.P Sirisena, Jeju National University, Republic of Korea

 

Poster Presentation(＊: student competition)
T5-P-01＊
Development and evaluation of a multivalent killed vaccine against bacterial infections in Platichthys stellatus aquaculture
Presenting author: Jeganathan Tharshan Jeyakanesh, Jeju National University, Republic of Korea
T5-P-02＊
An oral vaccine against red seabream iridovirus (RSIV) induces protective immunity in barramundi (Lates calcarifer)
Presenting author: Chun-Kuei Chang, Institute of Fisheries Science, National Taiwan University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T5-P-03
Feasibility analysis of using bacteriophage to treat acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease in shrimp aquaculture
Presenting author: Hui-Yu Shih, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T5-P-04
Hybrid DEAE-chitosan/liposome system for efficient DNA vaccine delivery
Presenting author: Аnastasia Zubareva, Branch of Petersburg Nuclear Physics Institute named by B.P. Konstantinov of National Research Centre “Kurchatov Institute” – Institute of Macromolecular Compounds, Russia
T5-P-05＊
Extracellular vesicles from Pediococcus pentosaceus exhibited antiviral effects against megalocytivirus
Presenting author: Yi-Ting Guo, National Taiwan University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T5-P-06
IgD and IgM regulation in channel catfish mucosal immunity: implications for disease resistance and vaccination
Presenting author: Steve Bird, EpitogenX Ltd., UK
T5-P-07＊
Antiviral activity of silymarin extract against red sea bream iridovirus
Presenting author: Huan-Ting Tsai, National Taiwan University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T5-P-08＊
Torenia concolor exhibits antiviral activity against fish nodavirus and iridovirus
Presenting author: Zhe-Li Lin, National Taiwan University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T5-P-09＊
Exploring the potential antimicrobial ability of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum against common fish pathogens
Presenting author: Ting-Chang Lin, National Taiwan University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T5-P-10＊
Protective efficacy of immersion vaccine against red seabream iridovirus in Barramundi
Presenting author: Zi-Liang Liu, National Taiwan University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T5-P-11＊
Developing an effective vaccine against Streptococcus iniae in hybrid grouper (Epinephelus lanceolatus ♀ × Epinephelus fuscoguttatus ♂)
Presenting author: Sudarshan Pandey, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
T5-P-12
Functional spermidine-derivative carbon quantum dots (spd-cqd) for disease control in shrimp
Presenting author: Han-You Lin, National Taiwan University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

 

Flash talk Session
Flash talk Session
06 Nov, 16:30 ~ 17:00
Chair: Dr. Patricia Pereiro
Co-Chair: Dr. Yu-Hung Lin
16:30~16:33
T1-P-06＊
Effects of FTY720 administration on lymphocyte dynamics in rainbow trout
Presenting author: Ryosuke Fujihara, Nihon University, Japan
16:33~16:36
T1-P-08＊
Functional characterization of rainbow trout perforin-1
Presenting author: Kana Hagiwara, Nihon University, Japan
16:36~16:39
T1-P-10＊
Transportation of bacterial antigens in the rainbow trout intestine
Presenting author: Aika Tharindie Guruge, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
16:39~16:42
T1-P-13
Divergent roles of interferon gamma and interferon gamma-related-like molecules in grouper antiviral immunity
Presenting author: Yueh-chiang Han, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
16:42~16:45
T1-P-14＊
Trout Granulomatous Virus (TGV) infection in rainbow trout gills reveals immune evasion and endothelial dysfunction
Presenting author: Ximena Amortegui, University of New Mexico, USA
16:45~16:48
T2-P-17＊
The functional role of Vago1 in acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease (AHPND) in Litopenaeus vannamei
Presenting author: Tuangrak Seabkongseng, Institute of Agricultural Technology, Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand
16:48~16:51
T2-P-22＊
Mucosal vaccination routes and their combination impact the efficacy of prime-boost IHNV vaccines in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Presenting author: Ali Abouismail, University of New Mexico, USA
16:51~16:54
T3-P-04＊
In vivo dynamics of antigen-specific B cells following adoptive transfer in GFP-transgenic ginbuna crucian carp
Presenting author: Daichi Oku, Nihon University, Japan
16:54~16:57
T5-P-04
Hybrid DEAE-chitosan/liposome system for efficient DNA vaccine delivery
Presenting author: Аnastasia Zubareva, Branch of Petersburg Nuclear Physics Institute named by B.P. Konstantinov of National Research Centre “Kurchatov Institute” – Institute of Macromolecular Compounds, Russia