Dr. Fariba Izadi is a Senior Scientist specializing in animal breeding and genetics. Her research focuses on developing more resilient fish for the aquaculture industry in Asia and Africa. She holds a PhD in Animal Breeding and Genetics from the University of British Columbia in Canada.

Before joining WorldFish, Fariba worked as the Director of Genetics at Cooks Venture, an integrated poultry breeding company. In this role, she led the development of the research team working on pasture-raised birds, emphasizing the utilization of regenerative nutrition. Over her career, she has played pivotal roles in shaping breeding programs and enhancing genetic potential in both poultry and aquaculture companies.