Sean Monaghan

Dr Sean Monaghan serves as a Lecturer at the Institute of Aquaculture, University of Stirling, where he is based in F2, Pathfoot Building, Stirling, FK9 4LA. His academic profile demonstrates a strong focus on aquatic health research with particular expertise in fish immunology and disease prevention.

Dr Monaghan's research centers on vaccine development for aquaculture systems, with significant work in investigating host-pathogen interactions specifically for fish parasites and viruses. His laboratory employs both molecular and antibody-based detection methods for fish immunology and diagnostics. A key component of his research methodology involves conducting vaccine and challenge trials to evaluate efficacy against aquatic pathogens. His expertise spans both parasitology and virology within the aquaculture context, addressing critical challenges facing the global fish farming industry.

While specific details about his research outputs are limited in the available information, his profile indicates 38 research outputs through the University's Research Hub. His work contributes significantly to developing sustainable solutions for disease management in aquaculture, which has important implications for food security and the economic viability of fish farming operations worldwide.