Mohan Kandaswamy is the founder of Oriental Aquamarine Biotech India Private Limited; a startup company in Biotech space. The company is working on commercializing the Nitrifying Bioreactor Technology developed at India’s National Centre for Aquatic Animal Health, Cochin.
The Nitrifying Bioreactor helps in establishment of Biosecure Recirculation Aquaculture Systems in hatcheries and has multiple applications. This will substantially minimize the water quality problems being faced by any establishment involved in the rearing and maintenance of aquatic species.
Closed Recirculating Aquaculture System fitted with the ‘Nitrifying Bioreactor’ actively control water quality and helps maintain reef quality oligotrophic conditions for optimum growth and development of various aquatic species
The Nitrifying Bioreactor is the first of its kind in the industry worldwide. The product is patented in India, Thailand, Japan, Philippines, South Korea and Indonesia and has attracted interest from industrial and scientific circles.
An alumnus of IIM, Ahmedabad, Mohan also runs a consulting practice. Apart from his professional work, he is an avid swimmer and aquatic enthusiast.
Areas of Expertise
New Venture Development, Recruiting, Technology Commercialization