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Dr. Baltasar García

Senior Geneticist
BENCHMARK GENETICS CHILE

Dr. Baltasar Garcia is a geneticist specializing in aquaculture breeding programs, combining a strong academic foundation with broad experience in leading and optimizing selective breeding initiatives. He earned his Ph.D. in Genetics and Animal Breeding from São Paulo State University (UNESP), Brazil, where his research focused on the application of genomic tools to selection programs. He is actively involved in the development and implementation of genomic selection strategies aimed at increasing productivity, improving product quality, and strengthening sustainability in aquaculture operations. His expertise integrates advanced data analysis, quantitative genetics, and genomic technologies to support strategic decision-making, accelerate genetic gain, and enhance the competitiveness of aquaculture breeding programs in international markets.

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Kasper Løberg Tangen

Section Manager, Fish Health and Welfare
Mattilsynet

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Dra. Javiera Cornejo

Director
Casa OMSA

Academic and researcher with expertise in food safety, residues, and antimicrobial management in aquaculture.

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Karina Von Baer

Board Representative
Patagonia Biotech Hub

Agronomist Engineer with a specialization in Agricultural Economics from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, and Founder and CEO of Empresas Agrotop. With a distinguished career in southern Chile’s agro-industrial sector, she has led the integration of the value chain from seed production to the manufacturing of oils and industrial food products, while promoting the international expansion of Chilean agricultural exports. She was the second woman in history to join the board of the National Agriculture Society (SNA) and has been recognized as Entrepreneur of the Year by EY and Icare.

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Dra. Liane Bassini

Vicepresident
Association of Veterinarians Linked to Aquaculture (MEVEA)

Researcher with expertise in genetics and genomics applied to health and productivity improvement in fish.