Advisory Board
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Dr. T. D. Babu
Maine Biology Scientist.
As a Marine Scientist & Environmentalist, he has been Involved in eco restoration conservation of indigenous tree species, sensitive urban greening programs, mangrove restoration and coastal zone management. He has worked with various government agencies such as NIOT, Ministry of Earth Science, NBA, Ministry of Forest , MPEDA, Ministry of Commerce, Environment and Climate Change. He is a founder of Spark civiv forum and a Trustee of Nizhal and advisory member of Tamil Nadu Green mission and Chennai District Green Committee. Founder of Spark a civic forum. He has 27 years of total experience in Aquaculture Sector that includes hatchery, feed mill farming , and aquatic animal health management.
Professor (Research) & Head
Centre for Ocean Research
MoES Earth Science & Technology Cell (Marine Biotechnological Studies)
National Facility for Coastal & Marine Research
Sathyabama Institute of Science & Technology
Professor (Research)
Department of Biotechnology, School of Bio & Chemical Engineering
Sathyabama Institute of Science & Technology
Co-Chair, Ecosystem-based Aquaculture & Fisheries Group (E-bAG)
IUCN - Commission on Ecosystem Management (CEM)
https://iucn.org/our-union/commissions/group/iucn-cem-ecosystem-based-aquaculture-task-force
Prof. Dr. Inbakandan
Professor (Research) & Head
Dr. Inbakandan Dhinakarasamy is a distinguished marine biologist with over 25 years of experience in coastal and marine research, policy advisory, and sustainable resource management. He currently serves as Professor (Research) and Head of the Centre for Ocean Research at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, where he leads the MoES-supported National Facility for Coastal and Marine Research. His interdisciplinary research focuses on marine biodiversity, blue biotechnology, biofouling control, and the development of climate-resilient coastal solutions. He has significantly contributed to national and international R&D projects aimed at conserving coastal ecosystems, enhancing sustainable aquaculture, and promoting ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) strategies. Dr. Inbakandan has worked closely with coastal communities to promote participatory approaches for conservation and livelihood development, particularly in vulnerable coastal areas of Tamil Nadu and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. His leadership in fostering science-policy-industry-community linkages has led to impactful outcomes in areas such as mangrove protection, marine bioresource utilization, and restoration planning. A recipient of national-level recognitions for his contribution to education, guidance, and institutional development, Dr. Inbakandan has also served on multiple scientific and advisory committees. He actively mentors students and young researchers and is committed to building local capacities for marine ecosystem sustainability. With his deep knowledge of coastal ecology, community engagement, and environmental governance, Dr. Inbakandan brings valuable expertise and insight to the Advisory Committee of the Mangrove Foundation of India, supporting its mission to protect, conserve, and restore India's vital mangrove ecosystems.
LENI DAVIDSON, B.E, M.Tech., PGDIS
An accomplished Process Excellence Specialist with nearly 25 years of rich industry experience in Continuous Improvement, Quality Assurance, and Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) across diverse manufacturing and engineering domains. Holds an M.Tech in Mechanical Design from BITS Pilani and a Post Graduate qualification in Industrial Safety, supported by extensive hands-on expertise in administering and optimizing processes across Research & Development, Manufacturing, Quality, HR, Maintenance, Safety & Environment, Industrial Engineering, and Corporate Planning.
Highly regarded for excellence in end-to-end process simplification, business reengineering, and business model analysis, consistently delivering operational efficiency and enhanced customer satisfaction. Has successfully driven continual improvement initiatives to strengthen process performance and business KPIs, enabling cost leadership and commercial excellence. Notable achievements include a 55% reduction in the cost of non-quality through structured corrective actions and recurring annual savings of ₹5 million through Process Excellence and Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
Possesses strong experience in managing and coordinating ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and TS 16949 audits, and serves as a Trainer and Mentor for QMS, EHS, and Quality tools including PPAP, SPC, SQC, 8D, VSM, Kaizen, 5S, and KAT. Recipient of the prestigious SKF Premium Club Award for implementing an innovative, customer-centric Six Sigma project under the “Out-of-the-Box Thinking” category.
Demonstrates deep subject matter expertise in sheet metal processing, forging, machining, heat treatment, surface treatment, welding, painting, and assembly. Actively contributes as a Guest Lecturer at Engineering Colleges, sharing practical industry insights and mentoring students on manufacturing excellence, quality systems, safety culture, and sustainable industrial practices.
Sr. General Manager – Corporate Quality Assurance & EHS
Dr. C. Ravinder Singh
Agriculture and Bamboo Expert
A Bamboo Tissue Culturist, Knowledge travel from Postgraduate to Doctorate of Philosophy in Biotechnology. Awarded post-doctoral fellowship by the University Grand Commission, Government of India and have more than 15 years of Research Experience exclusively in Bamboo Tissue Culture, Bamboo Plantations, Greenhouse Agri farming, Hydroponics and Integrated Farming System. Standardized regenerative Tissue Culture Protocol for more than 5 Medicinally Important and Bamboo Plant species. Shared Knowledges in various institutions with unique topics and also receiver of various funded projects, organized seminars and Conferences with the support of various Government funding agencies.
A proud recipient of various Awards like National Scientist Award, Life Time Achievement Award, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Researcher award, Dr M S Swaminathan Research Excellence award, and Har Govind Khorana award etc. for contribution of biological research. Holding Lifetime membership in various Science Professional Bodies like Bamboo Society of India, Indian Science Congress Association, Biotech research Society of India, Society of Plant Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Medicinal and Aromatic Plant Association of India, etc. Published more than 48 research articles in various national and international Reputed Journals, most of the articles focused in Bioprospecting of Bamboos, Conservation of plant biodiversity through plant tissue culture.
Published more than 10 books/ book chapters including Bamboo Biotechnology, Biotechnology and Bioprospecting of bamboo, Bioprospecting potential of Mangrove Resources and etc., Published Patent works to the Intellectual Property Rights in India (IPR-India) in the topic of “Bioprinting Device for Immune Therapy” (439524 – 001), “Smart Organic Composter” (388191 – 002), “Biomass Mapping Device” (406736-001) “System and Method for Controlling Microbial Growth” (Application Number: 202141028861) and “Preparation Technique of the Fishery Waste Fertilizer for Crop Improvement” (Application Number: 202141037018). Successfully Disseminated Greenhouse Agriculture Technology to 100+ farmers with the help of State Government and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD).
Also experienced in High Quality Agri seedlings production like Bamboo, Banana, Berries etc, and Knowledge in Molecular Biology, especially in Transgenic Crop Production through Gene Transformation.
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Prof. Dr. Kapuli Gani Mohamed Thameemul Ansari
Mangrove Restoration Scientific Advisor
Dr. Kapuli Gani Mohamed Thameemul Ansari is an Indian Marine Ecologist concentrating research on benthic ecology in different ecosystems such as estuaries, mangroves, seagrass, coral reef, coastal beaches, lagoon and deep sea. Dr. Ansari completed his Doctoral program (Ph.D.) in Benthic Ecology of Indian EEZ. Followed by he started his research activity with Chilika Development Authority (CDA) in Odisha as Research Scientist. Later, he started as Post-Doctoral Researcher in IISER Kolkata working in the world largest mangrove ecosystem Sundarban mangroves. He also awarded DST-SERB (Govt. of India) National Post-Doctoral Fellow (N-PDF) to continue Sundarban mangroves and Chilika lagoon benthic ecology research. Currently, he working as Assistant Professor in Zoology at C. Abdul Hakeem College (Autonomous), Melvisharam and run his lab Laboratory of Ecology and Environmental Monitoring (LEEM) with the strength of eight Ph.D. Scholars and few Masters students along with two colleagues.
Dr. Ansari achieved as an Indian benthic ecology as reported almost 500+ free marine nematodes in and around the Indian coasts including Marine Marginal Ecosystems (MMEs) which was the highest by an Indian researcher. Although under his name three new marine nematode species and a ciliate species has been documented. For his credit, he published almost 35 research articles in both national and international journals along with two identification manuals and books.
Dr. R. Mary Suja, Ph.D. (Botany)
Director, William Research Centre, Nagercoil
Dr. R. Mary Suja, Ph.D. (Botany), is the Director of the William Research Centre, Nagercoil, and an accomplished researcher in phytochemistry, ethnomedicine, orchids, and traditional Siddha pharmacology. With over 18 years of academic and research experience, she is widely recognized for her doctoral work on the antioxidant and anticancer properties of Siddha medicinal formulations from Kanyakumari District.
She has published more than 40 research papers, authored books including Ethnomedicines of Puravilai Hills and Wild Orchids of Kanyakumari, and serves as a reviewer for leading international journals. Dr. Suja has delivered plenary and keynote lectures in China, the USA, Singapore, and Australia, and has organized several international conferences and training programs
Her contributions have earned her prestigious honors such as the Pulathiyar Award (AYUSH), JC Bose Young Scientist Award, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Distinguished Fellow Award, and the Indian Army Excellence Service Award. Dr. Suja continues to advance plant science, biodiversity conservation, and traditional medicine research in India.
Mr. Raghunathan
Socio - Economic Advisor
M. Raghunathan is the Executive Director of SVASS, with over 25 years of experience in the field of social development. His work focuses on empowering rural and underprivileged communities through programs in health, education, sanitation, and environmental awareness.
He has led the evaluation and monitoring of several government-sponsored rural development programs, including initiatives by CAPART and the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. He has also been actively involved in nationwide campaigns such as Open Defecation Free (ODF) monitoring.
A passionate and committed social worker, Mr. Raghunathan has dedicated his life to the service of marginalized communities, aiming to create sustainable and impactful change at the grassroots level.