| Journal: |
Aquaculture International
springer
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Volume: |
33
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| Abstract: |
The aquaculture industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring global food security and support
ing the economic resilience of coastal communities. However, the prevalence of micro
bial diseases significantly threatens fish health, growth, and overall productivity, leading
to substantial economic losses. The excessive use of antibiotics has further aggravated
the emergence of antibiotic-resistant pathogens, highlighting an urgent need for sustain
able and effective alternatives. This review critically examines the potential of nanoparti
cles (NPs) as innovative solutions for managing fish diseases and promoting sustainability
in aquaculture. Due to their unique physicochemical properties, NPs demonstrate broad
spectrum antimicrobial activity, immune modulation capabilities, and prolonged protective
effects against a wide range of fish pathogens. Moreover, the integration of NPs into poly
meric or hydrogel matrices can enhance their stability, bioavailability, and efficacy, pre
senting a promising approach for disease management in aquaculture systems. This review
emphasizes the significance of advancing NP-based applications and calls for compre
hensive research to assess their long-term impacts on fish welfare, environmental health,
and human safety. By effectively addressing the challenges of antibiotic resistance and
microbial infections, nanotechnology has the potential to revolutionize aquaculture disease
management, improve food safety, and foster sustainable practices, thereby reinforcing the
industry’s contribution to global food systems.
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