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@article{182619,
        author = {Dr.S.Swetha and P.Raju},
        title = {Next-Generation Probiotics: The Future of Sustainable Aquaculture},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {2},
        pages = {2829-2833},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=182619},
        abstract = {Aquaculture plays a crucial role in meeting the growing global demand for seafood and contributes significantly to food security and economic development. However, the intensification of aquaculture practices has brought several challenges, including frequent disease outbreaks, environmental pollution, and the overuse of antibiotics—leading to the rise of antibiotic-resistant pathogens. These issues threaten the sustainability and long-term viability of the industry. To address these concerns, probiotics have emerged as environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional treatments. Traditional probiotics have been used to improve gut health, enhance immunity, and maintain water quality. However, their effectiveness is often limited by factors such as strain specificity and environmental conditions. Recent advances in microbiome research and biotechnology have introduced next-generation probiotics (NGPs), including genetically modified strains, host-specific microbes, and synbiotic formulations. These NGPs offer enhanced precision, better colonization ability, and targeted functionality, such as improved disease resistance, nutrient assimilation, and environmental resilience. This review discusses the evolution of probiotics in aquaculture, focusing on the concept, mechanisms, and applications of NGPs. It also highlights current challenges, regulatory considerations, and future directions. The integration of NGPs into aquaculture represents a promising strategy for developing more sustainable, efficient, and health-oriented production systems.},
        keywords = {Next-Generation Probiotics, Microbiome, Aquaculture, Sustainability},
        month = {July},
        }