Dr. Omid Safari is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran, recognized for his extensive research contributions in aquaculture nutrition, aquafeed formulation, and aquatic animal physiology. His scholarly work spans diverse areas including fishmeal substitution with microbial and plant-based protein hydrolysates, dietary pigment supplementation for enhanced growth and coloration in crustaceans, synergistic effects of synbiotics and yeast extracts on Nile tilapia immunity, and the utilization of agricultural by-products in sustainable aquafeed production. He has explored the influence of functional feed additives such as Monascus purpureus, humic acid, nanozeolite powder, and apple cider vinegar on growth, immunity, and biochemical indices of species like Oreochromis niloticus, Pontastacus leptodactylus, and Oncorhynchus mykiss. Dr. Safari’s publications also encompass studies on the dietary impact of Chlorella vulgaris, sodium propionate nanoencapsulation, alginate-immobilized microalgae beads for water purification, and biosorption in recirculating aquaculture systems. His investigations extend to antioxidant defenses, digestive enzyme modulation, and gut microbiota improvement through innovative supplementation with organic acids, synbiotics, probiotics, and phytogenic compounds such as Ferula asafoetida, Allium sativum, and Punica granatum extracts. He has contributed significantly to feed process optimization using single and twin-screw extrusion technology, live feed culture, and the valorization of aquaculture waste through fermentation and biological silage production. His collaboration with national and international partners, including studies on crayfish, seabreams, and sturgeons, highlights his global research impact. With a Scopus h-index of 23 and Web of Science h-index of 20, Dr. Safari’s scientific output demonstrates his leadership in aquaculture feed innovation, environmental sustainability, and the advancement of fish health and performance under varied nutritional and environmental regimes.
Featured Publications:
(2025). The effect of multimodal educational interventions on improving the lifestyle of the elderly: A quasi-experimental study. BMC Public Health.
(2025). Evaluating the impact of Monascus purpureus pigment supplementation in the diet on growth performance, fillet color, hemolymph composition, and stress resistance in narrow-clawed crayfish (Pontastacus leptodactylus). Aquaculture International.
(2025). Assessing the effects of partially replacing fishmeal with peanut meal on growth, body composition, digestibility, and immunity in juvenile beluga (Huso huso). Journal of the World Aquaculture Society.
(2025). Synergistic effects of synbiotic and hydrolyzed yeast extract in the diet on growth performance, hemato-immunological responses, and digestive enzyme activities of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fry. Aquaculture International.
(2025). The impact of apple cider vinegar on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in rainbow trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss: A study of therapeutic potential and health benefits. Journal of the World Aquaculture Society.