Gagan Devaiah Kolimadu
Saskatoon
Summary
Dedicated fisheries scientist and PhD candidate at the University of Saskatchewan with over 10 years of combined academic, research, and field experience across Canada, the USA, and India. Proven track record in aquaculture nutrition, fish health, habitat evaluation, and community-based conservation. Experienced in planning and executing fisheries enhancement projects, coordinating research trials, and delivering stakeholder-focused communication. Adept in collaborating ...
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Saskatchewan
01.2018 - Current
- Developed and optimized faba bean-based aquafeeds for trout.
- Conducted digestibility studies, gene expression profiling, and gut health assessments.
- Coordinated a third-party trial with CATC; ensured compliance with ethical and analytical standards.
- Contributed to manuscript preparation and scientific communication.
- Participated in laboratory setup, equipment calibration, and team mentoring.
Research Assistant
Aquaculture Research Center, Kentucky State University
01.2016 - 01.2018
- - Conducted fishmeal replacement and lipid nutrition studies in largemouth bass.
- - Performed water quality assessments and biochemical analyses.
- - Assisted in community engagement and extension presentations.
- - Supervised undergraduate interns in the fish nutrition lab.
Junior Research Fellow
ICAR-CIFE
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Investigated synbiotic dietary effects on growth and immunity in catfish.
- Gained exposure to disease diagnostics, feed testing, and aquaculture systems.
Education
Ph.D. - Veterinary Biomedical Sciences
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK05.2025
Master of Fisheries Science - Fish Nutrition & Feed Technology
ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education
01.2015
Bachelor of Fisheries Science - undefined
Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Science University
01.2013
Skills
- - Fisheries enhancement planning, habitat evaluation, site assessment
- - Water quality testing, fish sampling, sediment and feed analysis
- - PCR, qPCR, RNA/DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, enzyme assays
- - Technical writing, data recording, research documentation
- - Scientific communication, stakeholder engagement, proposal development
Affiliations
- - World Aquaculture Society (Since 2016)
- - Professional Fisheries Graduate Forum
- - College of Fisheries Alumni Association
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Saskatchewan
01.2018 - Current
Research Assistant
Aquaculture Research Center, Kentucky State University
01.2016 - 01.2018
Junior Research Fellow
ICAR-CIFE
01.2013 - 01.2015
Master of Fisheries Science - Fish Nutrition & Feed Technology
ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education
Bachelor of Fisheries Science - undefined
Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Science University
Ph.D. - Veterinary Biomedical Sciences
University of Saskatchewan
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