January 24, 2025, 5:33 pm By Sharon Tracy Gomes Public Archive General
CSIR-NIO strengthens industry collaborations with MoU and NDA signing at CSIR Innovation Complex, Mumbai
During the inaugural function of the CSIR Innovation Complex, Mumbai, CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography, Goa signed NDA & MoUs with leading companies to drive innovation in the field of marine biotechnology.
The event was graced by the Guests of Honour, Dr. V. K. Saraswat and Dr. V. K. Paul, Members of NITI Aayog. The MoU and NDA were exchanged in the distinguished presence of Dr. N. Kalaiselvi, Director General of CSIR and Secretary, Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR).
CSIR-NIO signed an NDA with Shaivaa Algaetech LLP, Surat, to scale up the production of the high-value bioactive pigment fucoxanthin from marine microalgae. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed with HiMedia Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, for the development of specialized media to culture marine extremophiles. Another MoU was signed with Organica Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, to develop sustainable bioremediation solutions using marine microorganisms for eco-friendly pollution control and waste treatment.
The agreements were exchanged by Prof. Sunil Kumar Singh, Director of CSIR-NIO, and representatives of the collaborating companies, including Mr. Yashraj M. Jariwala, CEO - Shaivaa Algaetech LLP, Dr. Girish Mahajan, Senior Vice President, HiMedia Laboratories & Dr. Prafull Ranadive, R&D Head - Organica Biotech.
Dr. Narsinh Thakur, Coordinator - Patent & Technology Cell, CSIR-NIO, and Dr. Jagadish Patil, MoU Desk, CSIR-NIO were instrumental in facilitating these collaborations.
This ceremony showcased CSIR-NIO's focus on building strong industry collaborations for the sustainable use of marine living resources in bioprospecting.