Xue-Mei Yuan

Development of a rapid and visual ERA-LFD assay for sensitive detection of Ichthyophthirius multifiliis with potential for application in aquaculture.

Ichthyophthirius multifiliis is a highly pathogenic ciliate responsible for "white spot disease" in freshwater fish, causing significant economic losses to the global aquaculture industry. Early and accurate detection of this parasite is critical for disease control, however, current methods often require specialized e...