Postdoctoral researcher, National Institute of Fisheries Science, South Korea
June Kim is a postdoctoral researcher at the National Institute of Fisheries Science, specializing in marine and fisheries science. With a focus on sustainable aquaculture, her research revolves around dietary compositions, feed utilization, and alternative protein sources for fish. Through her work, she has made significant contributions to improving aquaculture sustainability by developing efficient, cost-effective feed formulations that reduce reliance on fish meal. Her contributions have greatly enhanced growth performance, feed efficiency, and immune function in marine species. With 19 SCI(E) publications and over 290 citations, June’s research has been widely recognized in the scientific community. She actively collaborates with global experts in fish nutrition, aiming to bring about lasting improvements in the aquaculture industry.
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Education
June Kim’s academic journey began with a deep interest in marine science, culminating in a PhD in marine and fisheries science. Her doctoral research focused on improving feed utilization in aquaculture systems, a key challenge for the sustainability of the industry. She examined the potential of replacing traditional protein sources, like fish meal, with alternative ingredients, such as plant-based proteins and animal by-products. June’s PhD work contributed significantly to advancements in aquatic feed technology. Postdoctoral research at the National Institute of Fisheries Science allowed her to continue this work, further exploring sustainable dietary formulations for aquaculture species. She continues to contribute to the global body of knowledge on fish nutrition and sustainability, underpinned by her strong academic training in marine biology and fisheries science.
Experience
June Kim has extensive experience in marine and fisheries research, particularly in the areas of fish nutrition, dietary formulations, and aquaculture sustainability. After completing her PhD, June joined the National Institute of Fisheries Science as a postdoctoral researcher, where she focused on advancing alternative protein diets and improving feed utilization in aquaculture systems. Her work aims to reduce the environmental and economic costs associated with traditional fishmeal-based feeds, contributing to the sustainability of marine ecosystems. June’s research projects have involved working with various marine species, including olive flounder, rockfish, sea cucumber, and abalone, examining the effects of dietary substitutions and supplementation on growth performance, feed efficiency, and immune function. As a result, June’s work is highly regarded in the scientific community, with multiple publications in high-impact journals such as Aquaculture, Aquaculture Research, and Journal of Applied Phycology.
Research Focus
June Kim’s primary research focus is on improving the sustainability and efficiency of aquaculture systems through innovative dietary formulations. Her work centers around the development of alternative protein sources for fish feed, aiming to reduce dependence on traditional fishmeal, which poses environmental and economic challenges. She specializes in evaluating the effects of dietary substitutions, including plant-based proteins, animal by-products, and algae, on growth performance, feed utilization, and immune function of various marine species. Her research also explores the supplementation of diets with functional ingredients to enhance the health and resilience of aquaculture species, thereby contributing to more sustainable and efficient aquaculture practices. June’s research aims to improve not only the economic viability of aquaculture but also its ecological footprint, ensuring long-term sustainability. Through her work, she hopes to promote aquaculture as a more environmentally responsible industry and improve the overall health and productivity of marine ecosystems.
Publication Top Notes
- Dietary substitution effect of Ulva australis for Undaria pinnatifida on growth, body composition and air exposure of juvenile abalone, Haliotis discus 🦑📚
- Substitution effect of fish meal with various sources of animal by-product meals in feed on growth, feed utilization, body composition, haematology and non-specific immune responses 🐟🍖
- Dietary substitution effect of fish meal with chicken by-product meal on growth, feed utilization, body composition, haematology and non-specific immune responses of olive flounder 🐟🍗
- The effect of substituting Undaria pinnatifida in formulated feeds with Sargassum horneri on growth and body composition of juvenile abalone 🌱🐚
- Oral administration effect of yacon, ginger and blueberry on the growth, body composition and plasma chemistry of juvenile olive flounder 🥕🍓
- Dietary substitution effect of fishmeal with tunic meal of sea squirt, Halocynthia roretzi, Drasche, on growth and soft body composition of juvenile abalone 🦑🍣
- Evaluating the efficacy of partially substituting fish meal with unfermented tuna by-product meal in diets on the growth, feed utilization, chemical composition and non-specific immune responses 🐟🐟
- Substitution effect of white radish (Raphanus sativus L.) by-product and tunic of sea squirt (Halocynthia rorentzi, von Drasche) for Undaria pinnatifida in feed of abalone 🥕🦑
- Effects of dietary inclusion of yacon, ginger and blueberry on growth, body composition and challenge test of juvenile rockfish 🥔🍇
- Substitution effect of fish meal with meat meal in diet on growth performance, feed consumption, feed utilization, chemical composition, hematology, and innate immune responses 🍖🐟
- Dietary optimum inclusion level of jack mackerel meal for olive flounder 🐟🍴
- Effect of Dietary Carbohydrate‐to‐Lipid Ratio on Growth and Carcass Composition of Juvenile Abalone 🍚🐚