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The GIANT PRAWN conferences were founded by Michael New, OBE, with the first one he organized in Bangkok in 1980. GIANT PRAWN 2025 is hosted by the Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China, and the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) AIT, Thailand, led by Xuxiong Huang at the SHOU, China and Krishna R Salin at the Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management (AARM) Program of AIT, and is supported by Michael New as its Patron. The event is co-organized by the Zhejiang Institute of Freshwater Fisheries (ZIFF), China, and Huzhou University (HU), China.


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Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is an international, English-speaking postgraduate institution specializing in environment, engineering, and management studies. Established in 1959, AIT offers rigorous academic, research, and experiential outreach programs that prepare graduates for leadership roles in Asia and beyond. AIT provides students the opportunity to study at an institution in Asia with a global reputation. Its vibrant multicultural campus community fosters a cosmopolitan approach to living and learning. Located on a beautiful, green campus just north of Bangkok, Thailand, AIT is a hub for innovation and collaboration. The Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management (AARM) program is AIT's flagship Academic Program. It has produced numerous highly skilled professionals who hold prominent leadership positions worldwide.

For more information, please visit: https://ait.ac.th/.

For details about AIT’s Aquaculture Program, visit:
https://aitaquaculture.org/.

Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China
Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), established in 1912, is a prestigious public institution located in Shanghai, China. As part of China’s Double First-Class Construction Initiative, SHOU is co-sponsored by the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and the Shanghai Municipal Government. SHOU is renowned for its expertise in marine and environmental sciences and excels in fields such as Ichthyology, Aquatic Animal Breeding, Marine Ecology, and Fishery Economics. With 12,098 undergraduate and 5,700 graduate students, the university offers a wide range of programs across 14 colleges and 44 disciplines. Backed by robust government support, SHOU continues to lead in innovation and excellence in education and research, making significant contributions to national and global advancements in its specialized fields.

For more information, please visit: www.shou.edu.cn/eng/

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Zhejiang Institute of Freshwater Fisheries (ZIFF), Zhejiang, China
Established in 1952 and based in Wuxing District, Huzhou, the Zhejiang Freshwater Fisheries Research Institute is a leading provincial institution under the Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Zhejiang Province. Over its history, the institute has earned 160 awards, including 8 national honors, 2 first-class veterinary medicine certificates, and 4 national aquatic variety certifications. The institute is home to China’s first and only national breeding center for M. rosenbergii, spearheading advancements in aquaculture research and breeding. Key achievements include: Development of national-certified South Taihu No. 2 and South Taihu No. 3 prawn varieties; Breakthroughs in BLUP breeding, cell engineering, genome-assisted breeding, and the creation of China’s first "biological breeding chip" for M. rosenbergii; Innovation in all-male prawn breeding technology, and elevating breeding standards to the top rank in the country; Pioneering the "Shrimp + Technology + Brand" transformation model its Yangtze River Action Initiative, providing over 5 million high-quality seedlings and technical guidance benefiting over 100,000 farmers and setting a benchmark for the aquaculture industry.

For more information, please visit: http://www.zjfish.org/

Huzhou University (HU), Huzhou, China
Huzhou University is a comprehensive institution known for its strong teaching tradition and applied focus, spanning 11 disciplines, including education, engineering, and agriculture. The university comprises 16 colleges (such as the School of Foreign Languages and the School of Life Science), 8 affiliated hospitals, 2 clinical medical colleges, and 11 affiliated schools. The campus, covering over 1560 mu, houses more than 4 million books and serves over 15,000 full-time students. Its faculty includes 5 academicians from foreign academies of sciences and engineering, as well as 2 shared academicians. The university hosts 16 provincial and ministerial-level research and innovation platforms and has earned numerous accolades, including 11 National Teaching Achievement Awards and 24 provincial-level teaching achievement prizes (8 first prizes and 16 second prizes). Huzhou University maintains active international collaborations with over 60 institutions across 20+ countries and regions. It is home to international students from 32 countries, including Russia, Morocco, Zimbabwe, and Kyrgyzstan.

For more information, please visit: https://gjxy.zjhu.edu.cn/english/