The scope of the crustacean immune system for disease control
The culture or wild capture of marine and freshwater shellfish, including crustaceans, is without doubt a key source of protein for a burgeoning world population. Historically the expansion of aquaculture has, however, been accompanied by the increased incidence of economically significant diseases,...
Main Author: | Hauton, Chris (Author) |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2012-05-17.
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