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Alin Casado Zelaya is a professional with solid experience in animal health, functional nutrition, and health management in aquaculture, with a strong focus on salmon farming and the integration of evidence-based solutions. In her role as BioFarm Health Manager at BioMar Chile, she leads the development and implementation of health strategies that combine nutrition, monitoring, production management, and data-driven decision-making, contributing to improved productive performance and the sustainability of farming systems. Her work focuses on the prevention and control of health challenges, the strengthening of animal welfare, and the reduction of reactive treatments, promoting a comprehensive approach that links research, technological innovation, and on-site application. Throughout her career, she has actively participated in knowledge transfer processes between science and industry, collaborating with technical teams, producers, and stakeholders across the aquaculture ecosystem. Within the context of the AQUASUR International Congress, her participation provides an applied perspective from health and nutritional management, contributing to the discussion on how disruptive technologies, analytics, and information integration can transform aquaculture production toward more efficient, responsible, and sustainable models.
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Social anthropologist and holds a Master’s degree in Environment from the University of Melbourne. She has more than ten years of experience in marine and coastal governance and planning, facilitating participatory processes aimed at the conservation and sustainable use of marine ecosystems. She currently serves as National Coordinator of the GEF Marine Coastal Governance Project in Chile, implemented by FAO together with the Ministry of Environment, the Undersecretariat for Fisheries and Aquaculture, and SERNAPESCA, where she leads initiatives to strengthen coastal governance, marine spatial planning, and the development of a sustainable blue economy.
International Regulatory Analyst at the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), based in Santiago, Chile, a position he has held since 2010. An Agricultural Engineer with advanced training in agrarian economics and international trade policy, he has extensive experience in regulatory affairs, food safety, and international cooperation through both government and multilateral organizations.
Executive and engineer specialized in water quality monitoring and control technologies for aquaculture.