Research output per year
Research output per year
Personal profile
Research
Isobel completed her PhD in 2024. Her research focused on investigating the use of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) derived products as protein alternatives in aquaculture species.
This project works towards sustainably developing the aquaculture sector, primarily by reducing reliance on natural resources whilst securing future protein sources for our growing global population.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Marine Biology & Aquaculture, Doctorate of Philosophy , Utilising Insect Protein in Freshwater Aquaculture, The University of Western Australia
2020 → 2024
Master of Biological Science, Marine Biology with Distinction, The University of Western Australia
2017 → 2018
Bachelor of Science, Majoring in Marine Science, and Conservation and Wildlife Biology, Murdoch University
2013 → 2015
Industry keywords
- Agriculture and Food
- Oceans
Research expertise keywords
- Insects
- Aquaculture
- Future Protein
- Circular Economy
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Research output
- 1 Doctoral Thesis
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Utilising insect protein in freshwater aquaculture
Sewell, I., 2024, (Unpublished) 175 p.Research output: Thesis › Doctoral Thesis
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Prizes
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Society for Experimental Biology Centenary
Sewell, I. (Keynote speaker/Invited speaker)
25 May 2023Activity: Conferences and workshops › Contribution or participation in a conference
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World Aquaculture 2023
Sewell, I. (Speaker)
30 Jun 2023Activity: Conferences and workshops › Contribution or participation in a conference
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Pint of Science: Lets Nurture Nature
Sewell, I. (Speaker)
23 May 2023Activity: Service and engagement › Public lecture, debate or seminar
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UWA Institute of Agriculture Postgraduate Showcase
Sewell, I. (Invited speaker)
2022Activity: Service and engagement › Public lecture, debate or seminar
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Insect Protein Association of Australia Webinar
Sewell, I. (Speaker)
2022Activity: Service and engagement › Public lecture, debate or seminar
Courses
Press/Media
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Evaluating insect meal proteins in aquafeeds, PhD candidates Kat Doughty and Isobel Sewell are drawn to the potential of aquaculture to address food security and climate issues.
4/03/22
1 Media contribution
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Fish feed study finds insects could improve aquaculture's environmental sustainability.
13/09/18
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Press / Media