MEET OUR TEAM
Discover the passionate individuals behind Ethical Seafood Research — a team characterised by a diverse background of experiences, knowledge, and skills. We are united in our mission to ensure the ethical treatment of aquatic animals.
Wasseem Emam
Founder, Director & Lead Researcher
Wasseem is an accomplished aquatic ecologist with over 15 years of experience across the fisheries and aquaculture sector. Holding advanced degrees in applied aquatic ecology, Wasseem is currently completing his doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at the Complutense University of Madrid on ways to improve the welfare of farmed Nile tilapia during the harvest process in Egypt.
Amada Perales Ferrer
Head of Operations
Amada is a dedicated advocate for non-human animal rights, with expertise in legal frameworks and a strong academic background in Law from Universitat de València. She became a Lawyer after obtaining her Master's degree in Legal Practice at UCAM and even started a PHD on Non-Human Rights.
Faisal Qureshi
Country Manager - Kenya
Faisal oversees our operations in Kenya, including organising training workshops and creating partnerships with key actors on the ground. He is involved with gathering information from stakeholders on the biggest obstacles they face, when it comes to implementing meaningful welfare reforms for aquatic animals.
Mohamed Bakr
Country Manager - Egypt
Mohamed Bakr is an aquaculture expert with extensive experience managing fish farms. Hailing from the Kafr El-Sheikh region in Egypt where most of the country's fish production takes place, he is well-versed in the local farming context. He continues to supervise a number of the Egyptian Army's shrimp farming projects.
Hadeer Elkhouly
Communications Specialist
Hadeer Elkhouly is an accomplished Egyptian aquaculture expert, marine educator, and researcher with a strong commitment to ocean conservation and sustainable aquaculture practices.
Hadeer holds the position of Editor at Blue Life Hub Magazine and serves as Communication Coordinator for ECOP Africa, where she focuses on promoting ocean literacy and awareness.
Abdulrahman Banisheyba
Research Fellow — Blue Economy Policy Liaison
Abdul, a Tanzanian social entrepreneur, merges academic expertise in Economics, International Relations, and Coastal Management. He researches autonomous region participation in national plans, collaborating with Zanzibar's research institute. Passionate about sustainability and positive change.
Christina Zantioti
Research Fellow
Christina is a dedicated researcher and educator in sustainable aquaculture, currently pursuing a PhD at the Agricultural University of Athens, Greece. She is also the Co-Founder and President of NOWA a global network promoting gender inclusivity in aquaculture. Her work combines cutting-edge research with educational initiatives, promoting sustainability and fostering a more inclusive aquaculture.
Aeshah El-Morsy
Environmental Lawyer | LL.M. Candidate | Conservationist
Aeshah El-Morsy is an Environmental Researcher and Lawyer specializing in environmental justice, climate policy, and animal welfare. As an LL.M Candidate in International Law, she combines her legal expertise with a strong commitment to sustainability. Aeshah is also the founder of an animal shelter and actively leads initiatives focused on biodiversity conservation, emphasizing its relationship with environmental protection. She is passionate about bird monitoring and advocates for the preservation of ecosystems and non-human animal rights through both her legal and fieldwork.
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ADVISORY BOARD
The main purpose of our advisory board is to help shape ESR’s strategic vision, provide expert guidance, and support in addressing challenges as we work towards improving the lives of farmed aquatic animals.
Alex Suchy
Vice President of Global Programs at The Humane League
Alex has a background as an engineer, fundraiser, campaigner, strategist and currently leads global programs at The Humane League.
Yasmine Kamar
Business Director-Koudijs & Kapo Feed
Yasmine Kamar is a Business Director and Board Member of Koudijs & Kapo Feed (KKF), a leading Egyptian Dutch joint venture specializing in the production of livestock and fish feeds. Her leadership has been recognized through various honors, including being named one of Egypt’s “Top 50 Most Influential Women” and representing the country in the African Women’s Entrepreneurship Program (AWEP) by the U.S. Department of State. She was also selected for the AUC Distinguished Young Alumni Award in 2018.
Alice Di Concetto
Executive Director, The European Institute for Animal Law & Policy
