american fisheries society

American Fisheries Society (GA-AFS) was formed in 1986. The American Fisheries Society Includes 8,000+ members from around the world, including fisheries managers, biologists, professors, ecologists, aquaculturists, economists, engineers, geneticists, and social scientists, Promotes scientific research and sustainable management of fisheries resources.  Transactions of the American Fisheries  Society is a highly regarded international journal of fisheries science that has been published continuously since 1872. It features results of basic and applied research in genetics, physiology, biology, ecology, population dynamics, economics, health, culture, and other topics germane to marine and freshwater finfish and shellfish and their respective fisheries and environments. GA-AFS, like the GWFA before it, is the premiere fisheries professional organization in the State of Georgia. With over 100 members annually, GA-AFS is dedicated to the promotion of sound fisheries science and development of our fisheries professionals. Our members come from throughout the Southeast, ranging from natural resource managers, aquaculturists, researchers, conservationists, and numerous biological disciplines; and representing state and federal government, academia, private consulting, industry, and recreational fishing interests. Together, we work towards the common goal of improving the fish and aquatic resources of Georgia. Committees are organized to help carry out the mission of the Chapter. Each committee is made up of Chapter members and is chaired by at least one person. The Chapter currently has 14 committees. More information about each committee, including their mission, goals, annual work plan, and recent accomplishments, can be found by clicking on the individual committee. 

The following is the list of scholars from american fisheries society who contributed and/or serves as editors for one or more OMICS International journals and conferences

• Hao Yu
• Peter W Perschbacher