Scope
The society aims to advance the study of fish pathology and the dissemination of knowledge specific to fish and shellfish diseases. This is promoted through its annual meetings and symposia; supported by the publication of its internationally renowned official society journal “Fish Pathology”. The activities of the society cover a wide spectrum of basic and applied fish pathology, providing privileged information to fish pathologists worldwide.
Brief history
1966: The Japanese Society of Fish Pathology (formerly The Japan Research Group of Fish Pathology) was founded, and started issuing the quarterly academic journal “Fish Pathology”. This journal is the oldest of its kind and keeps providing many significant and important data on fish diseases of the world.
Recent symposia
The Society committee also holds national symposia on a regular basis, dealing with topics of fish and shellfish pathology.
1999: New diseases of shellfishes (Sendai).
2001: Development of fish vaccines in Japan (Tokyo).
2008: The 5th International Symposium of the Japanese Society for Fish Pathology
Future subjects
- Fish farming officer corresponding with HACCP and fish disease.
- Supply of fish with high quality and safety to consumers.
- Fish farming considering the environment impact and conservation.