At WorldFish, our research on aquatic food systems addresses sustainability, nutrition, inclusivity, climate resilience, and policy solutions, using science and innovation to transform global food systems. 

Our work focuses on two key areas:

Aquatic Food Biosciences

We enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and resilience of aquatic food production, providing climate-adaptive, localized solutions that bolster food security and ecosystem health.

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Sustainable Aquatic Food Systems

Aquatic food systems nourish billions and support millions of livelihoods globally. Our research maximizes their potential to promote nutrition, livelihoods, and environmental sustainability.

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Driving Impact Through Collaboration

We collaborate with global partners to ensure our scientific innovations reach the communities that need them most, contributing to sustainable, nutritious, and equitable food systems.

PROJECTS

Cambodia

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Mekong fisheries conservation ii: enhance fisheries networks for sustainability and scale

The Mekong Fisheries Conservation II project uses a unique village-led research and education approach. This project focuses on rais…

Malaysia, Solomon Islands

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Climate-Adaptive, Inclusive, Nature-based Aquaculture (CAINA) in Malaysia and Solomon Islands

The "Climate-Adaptive, Inclusive, Nature-based Aquaculture (CAINA) in Malaysia and Solomon Islands" project is funded by the Interna…

Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania

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Program for Improving Fisheries Governance and Blue Economy Trade Corridors in SADC Region (…

The project aims to promote sustainable management of fisheries resources within the blue economy context to improve food and nutrit…

Timor-Leste

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Ikan Ba Futuru

Sustainable fisheries can play a key role in the future of nutrition security and food sovereignty in Timor-Leste. Road development…

Experts

Ann Fleming

Director of Programs & Impact

Essam Yassin Mohammed

Director General

Jörn Schmidt

Director for Sustainable Aquatic Food Systems

Rodrigue Yossa

Director, Aquatic Food Biosciences

Syon Niyogi

Chief Operating Officer