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Specialises in: production medicine, aquatic animal welfare, biosecurity management, technical strategy

Christine completed a Bachelor of Veterinary Science at the University of Sydney. She has been working in the aquaculture industry since, and consults internationally, offering technical management services that support global best practice.

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Email: chuynh@nautiluscollaboration.com
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Linked In ORCiD Publications, WASH (Fisheries+Aquaculture), Gill Score Guide

Specialises in: certification, development of management systems, standards, environmental management

Belinda holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) and PhD in Zoology from the University of Tasmania. Belinda is a bench-marking committee member of the Global Sustainable Seafood Initiative and a Country Coordinator for Global Aquaculture Alliance (across two teams - business development and program integrity).
In the aquaculture sector she organises and facilitate systems that supports the responsible production of seafood.
Belinda, in her free time enjoys running a hobby farm and aims to be self-sustaining. She enjoys the company of her 20+ chickens, and her dogs Ruby, Pukka, and Artemis.

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Email: byaxley@nautiluscollaboration.com
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Linked In Research Gate Publications, University of Tasmania-PHD

Specialises in: commercial trials, data management, lead auditing, certification, quality management systems
Dr. Christian van Rijn is an aquatic physiologist with a passion for applied science, and has worked within the Aquaculture industry for 10 years. Christian has operational experience working in kingfish and salmon farms, and has also worked with most other major aquaculture species, including barramundi, mussels, oysters, prawns, and abalone. Christian completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) at Deakin University on a project funded by the Tasmanian salmon industry, and is currently a Research & Development Scientist at Nautilus Collaboration. He is also formally qualified as a Lead Auditor in Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015). Christian’s main objective is to seek evidence-based approaches to improve the operation and sustainability of the seafood sector through research, innovation, and practical solutions.
During his free time, Christian can be found down at the beach in Ocean Grove surfing, or exploring the coast with his with his partner Hanna and his border collie named Ringo.

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Email: cvanrijn@nautiluscollaboration.com
Linked In Research Gate, ORCiD, Atlantic Salmon Growth, Atlantic Salmon Smoltification, Characterization of smoltification, Atlantic Salmon saltwater acclimation

Specialises in: Aquatic animal veterinary medicine, Aquatic animal welfare, Research and Project management
Sarah holds a Bachelor of Arts in Zoo and Wildlife Biology, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, a PhD in Veterinary Medical Sciences, and is a Certified Aquatic Veterinarian through the World Aquatic Veterinary Medical Association. As a veterinarian with a strong interest in aquatic animal health and welfare, she is passionate about the practical application of animal welfare principles in the aquaculture sector. Her research interests include humane stunning and slaughter methods and anesthesia and analgesia (pain medication) for aquatic animals. She is also interested in effective communication strategies and holds a Graduate Certificate in Environmental Education and Communication. Sarah has experience with applying traditional veterinary diagnostic tests to marine invertebrates as well as molecular tests including transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics.
During her free time, Sarah can be found traveling the world with her partner Oscar, exploring restaurants and wineries around Sydney or spending time with friends.

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Email: swahltinez@nautiluscollaboration.com
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Specialises in: Diagnostics and fish health and biosecurity management systems
Elena, a Chilean veterinarian, holds a Master's in Fish Pathology from Canada's Ontario Veterinary College. With 16 years of expertise in diagnosing fish diseases, her experience ranges from fish farms to wild and exotic species in Canada. In Chile, she served as a laboratory manager and fish histopathologist for 3 years. Following this, Elena freelanced globally for a year, exploring fish health research worldwide. She then spent 3 years in Malta, contributing to fish stock health in RAS settings. In April 2023, she joined Nautilus Collaboration as a Fish Health Consultant. Beyond her profession, Elena enjoys hiking, sports, drawing, and immersing herself in movies and books.

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Email: econtador@nautiluscollaboration.com
Publications: Research Gate

Specialises in: Aquaculture in developing countries, Management Systems, Lead Auditing, Project Management

Kyra holds a Master degree in Biology from Wageningen University in the Netherlands. She has years of experience in setting-up and managing aquaculture projects for different species as well as providing training for hatchery, on-growing operations, and best practices in Asia, Africa, and Europe. Kyra also works as a project manager, auditor, and writer. Her goal is to contribute to the sustainability of the sector, both in terms of the environment and the people.
In her free time, Kyra likes to travel, hike, rock climb, snowboard, dive, read and watch movies.

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Email: khoevenaars@nautiluscollaboration.com
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