معرفی
Christian De Santis is a researcher affiliated with James Cook University (JCU), focusing on molecular mechanisms governing growth in aquatic species such as barramundi (Lates calcarifer) and black tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon). His work integrates genetics, physiology, and aquaculture, with a strong emphasis on myostatin gene function and its role in muscle development and growth regulation. He has contributed to understanding the effects of environmental factors like heat stress and dietary supplementation on fish physiology. His research also addresses methodological challenges in molecular biology, such as optimizing RT-qPCR normalization techniques for aquatic species.
Key research themes include:
- Molecular regulation of growth via myostatin pathways
- Environmental stress responses in teleosts
- Genetic and nutritional strategies for aquaculture improvement
- Comparative biology of growth factors in vertebrates vs. invertebrates
Publications span topics from molecular endocrinology to applied aquaculture, reflecting a translational research approach. Despite no explicit awards listed, his work has been published in high-impact journals like Journal of Experimental Biology and BMC Genomics.