Laboratory Fish in Biomedical Research

Download or read book Laboratory Fish in Biomedical Research written by Livia D'Angelo and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2021-08-28 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fish, and particularly zebrafish, have become the fastest-growing segment of the research population. They offer several advantages, in terms of biology and technologies to apply, and thus are employed in numerous research fields. Laboratory Fish in Biomedical Research: Biology, Husbandry and Research Applications for Zebrafish, Medaka, Killifish, Swordtail Fish, Cavefish, Stickleback, Goldfish and Danionella Translucida addresses the relevant and increasing need to collect cutting-edge knowledge on husbandry, maintenance, welfare and experimental protocols of the most common freshwater species under standard laboratory conditions. - Provides husbandry and management protocols, devices and water systems - Shows strength and weakness of breeding - Explores potential scientific applications and experimental protocols. with regards to the most used freshwater fish used for scientific purposes