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Roberta Marcoli

Projects

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Publications

3

Awards

6

Biography

Roberta Marcoli is dedicated to advancing sustainability and productivity in the aquaculture industry. Currently working as a Postdoctoral Researcher at James Cook University, she specializes in molecular biology and biotechnologies applications.

Originally from Italy, Roberta holds a Ph.D. in aquaculture and molecular biology, and her professional journey has taken her around the world, from Italy and French Polynesia to New Zealand and Australia. Throughout her career, she has focused on aquaculture and the utilisation of cutting edge technology to enhance productivity and sustainability of this industry.

In addition to her scientific pursuits, Roberta is passionate about science communication and fostering social awareness regarding aquaculture and sustainable fishing. Recognized for her contributions, she was awarded the "Future Young Leader" Award- AgFutures, Australia, 2024.

Teaching

Research Advisor Accreditation
Advisor Type

Secondary

Taught Modules
[AQ2001] Introduction to AquacultureLearnJCU Site Editor
2024
[AQ5006] Aquaculture: Principles and PracticesLearnJCU Site Editor
2024
Current JCU Research Students
Striking Gold - Determining the genetic Drivers of Gold Coloration in Barramundi
Doctor of Philosophy (Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies)

Activities

Education
PhD, The University of Waikato
Media
Più pesce; how an Italian childhood is inspiring Dr Roberta Marcoli’s dive into the vital role of fish, Evoke
The Future in Farming our Seas, With Roberta Marcoli, Humans of Agriculture
Researchers uncover secrets of the golden barra, Physo.org
Golden barra’s secrets uncovered, The Australian
Mystery of golden-coloured barra revealed, Cairns Post
Fishing for Answers and Debunking Aquaculture. "3 Billion people rely on Seafood" - at evokeAG. with Future Young Leader Roberta Marcoli, Humans of Agriculture
Awards
Future Young Leader - AgriFuture
2023
Finalist for Queensland Young Achiever
2024
3MT - Early Research Career
2023
Millennium Science Award
2021
Professor John D. McCraw Memorial Trophy for Outstanding Oratory Presentation of Doctoral Research
2020
3MT
2020
Associations
WISA - Women in the Seafood Industry AustroAsia
WAS - World Aquaculture Society
ISFSI - International Society of Fish and Shellfish Immunology
Languages
Italian

Output

Optimising commercial traits through gene editing in aquaculture: Strategies for accelerating genetic improvement
2024
Moran, Megan N.; Jones, D.B.; Jensen, S.A.; Marcoli, R.; Jerry, D. R. (2024) 'Optimising commercial . Reviews in Aquacultu, . [DOI] ...
Journal Publication Open Access ResearchOnline@JCU
The skin structure in multiple color variants of barramundi (Lates calcarifer): A histological, immunohistochemical and ultrastructural overview
2023
Marcoli, R.; Jones, D.B.; Massault, C.; Marc, A.F.; Moran, M.; Harrison, P.J.; Cate, H.S.; Lopata, A...
Journal Publication Open Access ResearchOnline@JCU
Characterising the Physiological Responses of Chinook Salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) Subjected to Heat and Oxygen Stress
2023
Marcoli, Roberta; Symonds, Jane E.; Walker, Seumas P.; Battershill, Christopher N.; Bird, Steve (202...
Journal Publication Open Access ResearchOnline@JCU