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Joy Becker is a Professor of Aquatic Animal Health Production at the University of Sydney. She holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Zoology from the University of Western Ontario, a PhD in Fish Health from Atlantic Veterinary College, and a Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Higher Education). Her research focuses on understanding and controlling production-limiting diseases affecting global aquaculture, with a strong industry focus on real-world problems faced by fish farmers. Joy is known for her significant contributions to Australia’s quarantine policy regarding exotic aquatic pathogens and has developed prototype vaccine solutions and diagnostic tools for fish diseases. She has attracted more than $3.7 million in research funding and co-authored 36 peer-reviewed scientific publications, which have garnered over 500 citations. Joy's work addresses critical issues such as food security, biosecurity, and the impacts of climate change on aquaculture. She is committed to education and research that link theoretical knowledge with practical applications, aiming to mentor a collaborative network of scientists to tackle global aquaculture challenges.
University of Sydney • Sydney, NSW, Australia
Leading research in Aquatic Animal Health Production and teaching courses related to aquaculture and fish health.
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