Deborah Bouchard
Director | Aquaculture Research Institute
Dr. Deborah Bouchard is the Director of the University of Maine’s Aquaculture Research Institute and an expert in aquatic animal health. With over 30 years of experience in research, diagnostics, and industry collaboration, her work supports aquaculture and marine fisheries through innovations in health management, feed development, and disease prevention. She partners with state, national, and international organizations to advance research that strengthens Maine’s seafood economy and global aquaculture resilience.