SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — The Latin American and Caribbean Aquaculture Congress (LACQUA26) has officially announced Dr. Luis Alejandro Vinatea Arana as a featured Plenary Speaker for its upcoming edition. The premier aquaculture event in the region will take place from October 27–30, 2026, in San Salvador.
Organized by the Latin American and Caribbean Chapter of the World Aquaculture Society (LACC-WAS) alongside the Salvadoran Authority for the Blue Economy (ASEA) and supported by the Government of El Salvador, LACQUA26 serves as a pivotal forum for sustainable sector growth. Over three days, the conference will convene top researchers, producers, industry leaders, academic institutions, and government officials to share cutting-edge innovations and foster strategic partnerships.
A Legacy of Academic and Scientific Excellence
Dr. Vinatea brings decades of high-level expertise to the stage. Holding a B.S. in Biology, an M.S. in Aquaculture, and a Ph.D. in Human Sciences from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC, Brazil), he also completed advanced postdoctoral research in intensive shrimp farming and recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS).
For nearly 30 years, Dr. Vinatea served as Full Professor at UFSC, worked as a researcher for Brazil’s CNPq, and held visiting professorships across Colombia and Peru. Beyond mentoring generations of students, he has advised major aquaculture enterprises and international agencies such as the FAO. His vast scientific output includes 7 books, 10 book chapters, 78 peer-reviewed papers, and more than 166 international lectures.
Keynote Highlight: Optimizing Aeration for Sustainable Production
At LACQUA26, Dr. Vinatea will deliver a highly anticipated keynote presentation:
“Economic Efficiency of Electric Aeration in Large Aquaculture Production Units”
His lecture will target a critical industry challenge: optimizing electric aeration to bolster productivity, maximize energy efficiency, reduce operational costs, and elevate both economic and environmental sustainability.
Call for Abstracts and Registration
Dr. Vinatea’s keynote anchors a dynamic technical program comprising specialized scientific sessions, workshops, poster presentations, and a commercial trade show showcasing groundbreaking industry technologies.
The Organizing Committee invites all industry stakeholders to submit research and secure early participation:
- Abstract Submission Deadline: July 31, 2026 — Submit your abstract
- Early Registration Discount: Available until August 1, 2026 — Register here
Join global leaders in San Salvador this October to help shape a sustainable, innovative future for aquaculture in Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Contact & Info:
LACQUA26 Organizing Committee
Sustainable Aquaculture, a Blue Future for Latin America and the Caribbean
October 27–30, 2026 | San Salvador, El Salvador
Email: carolina@was.org
Editor at the digital magazine AquaHoy. He holds a degree in Aquaculture Biology from the National University of Santa (UNS) and a Master’s degree in Science and Innovation Management from the Polytechnic University of Valencia, with postgraduate diplomas in Business Innovation and Innovation Management. He possesses extensive experience in the aquaculture and fisheries sector, having led the Fisheries Innovation Unit of the National Program for Innovation in Fisheries and Aquaculture (PNIPA). He has served as a senior consultant in technology watch, an innovation project formulator and advisor, and a lecturer at UNS. He is a member of the Peruvian College of Biologists and was recognized by the World Aquaculture Society (WAS) in 2016 for his contribution to aquaculture.
