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From September 28 to October 1, Naples became an international meeting point for zebrafish professionals as 12th Annual International Zebrafish Husbandry Course – Beyond the Stripes brought together facility managers, veterinarians, technicians, researchers, and aquatic animal care specialists from around the world. Organized by Tecniplast, the four-day event combined scientific education, practical discussions, and valuable networking opportunities, reinforcing the growing importance of zebrafish in biomedical research.
Hosted between the waterfront conference center on Via Partenope and the Dipartimento di Veterinaria in Naples, the course welcomed participants from more than ten countries, including Italy, the United States, Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, Norway, Portugal, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Poland, Luxembourg, Hong Kong and Turkey. This international representation created a unique environment for exchanging knowledge, experiences, and best practices across different research institutions and facility settings.
Over four days, attendees explored a wide range of topics covering every aspect of zebrafish husbandry and facility management. Sessions addressed zebrafish natural history, nutrition and feeding strategies, larviculture, recirculating aquatic system design, health monitoring, infectious and chronic disease management, genetic colony management, anesthesia and pain management, welfare, refinement, breeding practices, sustainability, and facility planning. The program was designed not only to provide technical expertise but also to encourage discussion on real-world challenges faced by aquatic facilities worldwide.
The educational program featured contributions from recognized experts in the field, including Bruce Newell, Carrie Barton, Justin Sanders, Karin Finger-Baier, and Lauren Pandolfo. Through presentations, case studies, and interactive discussions, speakers shared practical insights and emerging approaches aimed at improving animal welfare, operational efficiency, and research reproducibility.
One of the course’s most valuable aspects was the opportunity for participants to actively contribute to the conversation. Group discussions on welfare regulations, sustainability, scientific reproducibility, and the future of aquatic animal models encouraged attendees to share perspectives from their own institutions, creating a highly collaborative learning environment. The final roundtable session provided a platform for open dialogue and knowledge exchange, helping transform presentations into actionable ideas that participants could bring back to their facilities.
Beyond the classroom, networking remained a central component of the event. Social dinners and informal gatherings throughout the week allowed attendees and speakers to strengthen professional relationships, discuss common challenges, and explore future collaborations. These moments reflected the spirit of the course: building a global community committed to advancing zebrafish care, welfare, and research excellence.
As the course concluded, participants left Naples with new knowledge, practical tools, and an expanded international network. The success of this edition once again demonstrated the value of bringing together professionals from diverse backgrounds to learn from one another and collectively shape the future of zebrafish husbandry.
Tecniplast would like to thank all speakers, attendees, and partners who contributed to making this year's course a memorable and enriching experience. We look forward to continuing this journey together and welcoming the community again at future editions of the International Zebrafish Husbandry Course
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