Scientific Webinar

Seafood as a Source of Essential Nutrients Current Research and Evidence

Bringing together nutrition researchers, seafood scientists, public health experts, and industry professionals to explore the role of aquatic foods in human nutrition, health, and well-being.

05th November, 2026 | 05:00 PM Vietnam Time

Human Health
Current Research
Global Nutrition
Explore the Webinar
Seafood as a source of essential nutrients
Nutrition Meets Science Evidence • Research • Well-being
Essential Nutrients Understanding seafood composition
Scientific Evidence Exploring emerging nutrition research
Public Health Connecting research with dietary guidance
Seafood and nutrition research
Aquatic Foods & Human Health

The Nutritional Importance of Seafood

Aquatic foods are important sources of essential nutrients that support human growth, development, and overall health. Fish and other seafood provide high-quality protein, long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and other bioactive compounds that contribute to a healthy and balanced diet throughout life.

Discover how the nutritional properties of aquatic foods contribute to health and well-being across different stages of life.

Emerging Research in Seafood Nutrition

Advances in nutrition science are expanding our understanding of how seafood contributes to human health. Explore important areas of research shaping the future of seafood nutrition.

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Research into omega-3 fatty acids is providing new evidence on their contribution to cardiovascular health and overall human well-being.

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Brain Development & Cognition

Explore the role of seafood nutrients in brain development, cognitive function, and healthy ageing across different stages of life.

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Omics & Emerging Technologies

Emerging omics approaches are helping researchers better understand seafood composition, nutrient bioavailability, and health outcomes.

Bridging Scientific Evidence and Public Health

Despite growing scientific evidence, questions remain about seafood consumption, nutritional recommendations, consumer awareness, and the communication of health benefits. This webinar will bring together researchers, nutrition experts, seafood scientists, and industry stakeholders to discuss current findings, identify research priorities, and explore how scientific evidence can support informed dietary choices and improve the contribution of aquatic foods to global nutrition and food security.

Webinar Objectives

Examine current evidence, explore emerging research, and identify opportunities to strengthen the contribution of seafood to human nutrition and public health.

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Examine the nutritional composition of seafood and its contribution to essential nutrient intake.

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Review current research on omega-3 fatty acids and their role in human health.

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Explore the contribution of seafood nutrients to infant growth, brain development, and cognitive function.

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Discuss emerging research methods, including omics approaches, for understanding seafood nutrition and health outcomes.

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Identify research gaps and opportunities to translate scientific evidence into dietary guidance, public health strategies, and consumer awareness.

Connect nutrition researchers, seafood scientists, public health experts, and industry professionals through scientific exchange.

Moderator & Speaker

Bringing expertise and scientific perspectives to the discussion on seafood nutrition, current research, and human health.

Dr. G. Sugumar
Moderator

Dr. G. Sugumar

Former Vice-Chancellor, Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, India

Arlan Fredrick Van Rooyen
Speaker

Arlan Fredrick Van Rooyen

Senior Vice President, AITC, Australia

Dr. R. Shalini
Speaker

Dr. R. Shalini

Associate Professor
Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, India

WEBINAR SCHEDULE

Webinar Program

Seafood as a Source of Essential Nutrients: Current Research and Evidence

All timings are in Vietnam Time (ICT)

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05:00 – 05:25 PM

Duration: 25 Minutes

Nutrition in Aged care, and the fish species which are suitable for consumption in aged care Australia

SPEAKER

Arlan Fredrick Van Rooyen

Senior Vice President, AITC, Australia

Presentation 05:00 – 05:20 PM
Q&A 05:20 – 05:25 PM
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05:25 – 05:50 PM

Duration: 25 Minutes

Nutritional Quality and Chemical Safety of Seafood

SPEAKER

Dr. R. Shalini

Assistant Professor, Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, India

Presentation 05:25 – 05:45 PM
Q&A 05:45 – 05:50 PM

Advancing Seafood Nutrition Through Science

Explore current findings, identify research priorities, and discover how scientific evidence can support informed dietary choices and improve the contribution of aquatic foods to global nutrition and food security.