Eric Costa Campos is an applied aquaculture geneticist with expertise in fish breeding programs and fish farming across various environments. He possesses strong skills in both Frequentist and Bayesian methodologies for genetic evaluations and data analysis. With a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from the Federal University of Mato Grosso and a Master’s and Doctoral degree in Animal Science from the State University of Maringá, Eric has a solid academic background. He has contributed significantly to the field through his work at Consolata Agroindustrial Cooperative (COPACOL), PeixeGen Group, and as a young researcher with CAPES and CNPq.
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Eric Costa Campos’s academic profile showcases his significant contributions to the field of aquaculture genetics. Affiliated with Universidade Estadual de Maringá in Brazil, Campos has established himself as a notable researcher in the domain. With a Scopus Author Identifier and an ORCID profile, he has a clear digital footprint in the scholarly community. His work has garnered recognition, evident from the 32 citations across 9 documents, indicating the impact and relevance of his research. The h-index of 3 further underscores his influence, considering the number of publications and their respective citation counts. Campos’s publications likely cover a range of topics related to fish breeding, genetics, and aquaculture practices, contributing to the scientific knowledge base in these areas. His profile reflects a commitment to scholarly excellence and a dedication to advancing the field of aquaculture genetics.
Education
- Bachelor in Animal Science, Federal University of Mato Grosso, 2016.
- Master degree in Animal Science, State University of Maringá, 2019.
- Doctor degree in Animal Science, State University of Maringá, 2022.
Research Focus
Eric’s research primarily revolves around genetic evaluation and breeding programs for fish species, with a particular focus on Nile tilapia and tambaqui. He has worked on the development of statistical models for selective breeding, estimation of genetic parameters, and selection indices. Additionally, his work includes exploring genetic diversity using molecular markers and evaluating the effects of genotype-environment interactions on breeding programs.
Professional Journey
- Geneticist at Consolata Agroindustrial Cooperative (COPACOL), since 2020.
- Breeding Scientist at PeixeGen Group, 2016 – 2022.
- Young researcher with CAPES and CNPq, 2014 – 2020.
Honors & Awards
- Honorable mention in fish farming area, Animal Science Brazil Congress (2018).
- Best Scientific Abstract, 7th Agribusiness Management Symposium (2017).
Publications Top Noted & Contributions
Eric has contributed to several peer-reviewed publications in prestigious journals, focusing on various aspects of fish breeding and genetics. His research papers cover topics such as genetic parameters and response to selection, breeding programs for Nile tilapia, estimation of genetic parameters using digital image analysis, and the application of molecular markers for assessing genetic diversity in fish species.
Title: A breeding program for Nile tilapia in Brazil: Results from nine generations of selection to increase the growth rate in cages
- Journal: Journal of Animal Breeding and Genetics
- Date: March 2022
- DOI: 10.1111/jbg.12650
- Contributors: Grazyella Massako Yoshida; Carlos Antonio Lopes de Oliveira; Eric Costa Campos; Humberto Todesco; Filipe C. T. Araújo; Hanner Mahmud Karin; Aline M. S. O. Zardin; Jailton S. Bezerra Júnior; Luiz Alexandre Filho; Lauro Vargas, et al.
Title: Genetic diversity in Amazonian Jundiá (Leiarius marmoratus) stocks using heterologous primers
- Journal: Acta Scientiarum. Animal Sciences
- Date: December 22, 2021
- DOI: 10.4025/actascianimsci.v44i1.52657
- Contributors: Laís Santana Celestino Mantovani; Felipe Pinheiro de Souza; Eric Costa Campos; Vanessa Lewandowski; Nelson Maurício Lopera Barrero; Ricardo Pereira Ribeiro
Title: Estimation of genetic parameters for body areas in Nile tilapia measured by digital image analysis
- Journal: Journal of Animal Breeding and Genetics
- Date: November 2021
- DOI: 10.1111/jbg.12551
- Contributors: Alex Júnio da Silva Cardoso; Carlos Antonio Lopes de Oliveira; Eric Costa Campos; Ricardo Pereira Ribeiro; Gutierrez José de Freitas Assis; Fabyano Fonseca e Silva
Title: Effects of genotype × environment interaction on the estimation of genetic parameters and gains in Nile tilapia
- Journal: Journal of Applied Genetics
- Date: December 19, 2020
- DOI: 10.1007/s13353-020-00576-2
- Contributors: Filipe Chagas Teodózio de Araújo; Carlos Antonio Lopes de Oliveira; Eric Costa Campos; Grazyella Massako Yoshida; Vanessa Lewandowski; Humberto Todesco; Nguyen Hong Nguyen; Ricardo Pereira Ribeiro
Title: Genetic parameters and response to selection for growth in tambaqui
- Journal: Animal
- Date: September 20, 2020
- DOI: 10.1017/S1751731120000488
- Contributors: E.C. Campos; C.A.L. Oliveira; F.C.T. Araújo; H. Todesco; F.N. Souza; R.M. Rossi; D.C. Fornari; R.P. Ribeiro
Research Timeline
- 2014 – 2020: Conducted research as a young researcher with CAPES and CNPq, focusing on fish farming development and genetic models.
- 2016 – 2022: Worked as a Breeding Scientist at PeixeGen Group, leading breeding programs for Nile tilapia and contributing to data analysis and breeding value estimation.
- 2020 – Present: Currently serving as a Geneticist at Consolata Agroindustrial Cooperative (COPACOL), where he plans, coordinates, and executes tilapia breeding programs, contributing to COPACOL’s status as a pioneer in integrated fish systems.
