Launch of M.Tech. Programme in Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing
About this Workshop
Synthetic biology, the foundation of CSB’s research, involves designing and constructing new biological components or reprogramming existing ones to perform novel functions. This engineering-centric approach enables predictable, scalable, and efficient biological systems tailored for industrial, medical, and environmental applications. In a landmark collaboration with the National Centre for Aquatic Animal Health, Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), CSB now offers India’s first M.Tech. program in Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing. This program is not just a degree—it’s a launchpad into the future of biotechnology, designed to equip students with the skills, mindset, and global exposure needed to lead in a rapidly evolving bioeconomy.
This pioneering academic initiative represents a major milestone in advancing interdisciplinary education and research at the interface of biology, engineering, and biomanufacturing.
Distinguished leaders from academia and industry graced the event and was further enriched it with scientific talks on frontier areas of Biotechnology and Biomedical Research by globally renowned experts in biomedical innovation Prof. Jayachandran K., Tier 1 Canada Research Chair, University of British Columbia , Canada, and Dr. Jayaprakash K., Vice President, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Cambridge, USA.
- Organizers : Auditorium, Dept. of Hindi, CUSAT
- Date : August 22, 2025
Prof. Arun A.U.
Welcome Speech by the CUSAT Registrar
Director at Symega Food Ingredients Ltd.
Director at Symega Food Ingredients Ltd.
First Batch students M.Tech
Marine Biotechnology
Prof. Jayachandran K.
Tier 1 Canada Research Chair, University of British Columbia , Canada- Scientific Talk
Prof. Pawan K. Dhar
Prof. Jayachandran K.
Tier 1 Canada Research Chair, University of British Columbia , Canada- Scientific Talk
Prof. Junaid Bushiri, Vice Chancellor, CUSAT and Mr. Paolo George, Director,
Symega Food Ingredients Ltd
First Batch students M.Tech Marine Biotechnology
Prof. Sreejith P.S., Member
Syndicate and Dean, Faculty of Technology, CUSAT
Prof. Pawan K. Dhar
presenting memento to Prof. Jayachandran K.
presenting memento to Dr. Jayaprakash Nair K.
Prof. Valsamma Joseph, Director
National Centre for Aquatic Animal Health, CUSAT – Vote of Thanks
Dr. Jayaprakash Nair K. and Prof. Jayachandran K.
Students and Faculties with the Speakers
M.Tech Students with Faculties
Prof. Pawan K. Dhar, CVJ-Centre for Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing with Prof. Sam Thomas, Director IQAC, CUSAT, Mr. Joseph Martin Chazhoor Francis, Chief Executive Officer, GCCOSS, and Vishal Menon, Chief Development Officer at Synthite Industries Ltd.