About FABA

Advancing Global Biotechnology Through Collaboration and Innovation

Who We Are

The Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA) is a globally recognized platform that brings together academia, industry, startups, and government bodies to foster collaboration and drive innovation in the life sciences. Founded in 2005 and officially registered during BioAsia 2005 in Hyderabad, FABA continues to grow as a trusted voice and connector for the global biotechnology ecosystem.

With a presence across 22+ countries, FABA champions biotech-led progress by promoting knowledge exchange, skilling, entrepreneurship, and policy dialogue. As a non-profit organization, FABA is committed to delivering long-term, sustainable impact in healthcare, agriculture, pharma, and allied sectors.

Our Vision & Mission

Empowering Biotech for a Healthier Tomorrow

Our Vision

To serve as a global catalyst for transformative innovation in biotechnology through scientific excellence, and entrepreneurial drive towards advancing human health and shaping the future of medicine.

Our Mission

To empower innovation, entrepreneurship, and education in biotechnology for a healthier, sustainable future.

From Vision to Impact

Our Journey

Since 2005, FABA has grown into a global biotech network spanning 22+ countries, built on collaboration, impact, and growth. Each milestone reflects our commitment to transforming lives through innovation, education, and strategic partnerships.

All India Biotech Formed (AIBA)

1994

First BioAsia event and formation of FABA

2004

FABA Academy Launched

2020

Innovation Cluster Meet, Whale Tank Expansion to Africa, USA

2024

Biotech Invest

2003

FABA and Government jointly organize annual BioAsia events

2004 - 2019

FABA Entrepreneurship Launched

2022

FABA Finishing School Launched

2025

Guidance That Drives Innovation

The Advisory Board of FABA

Dr. K.I. Varaprasad Reddy

Founder, Shantha Biotechnics Ltd

Dr. Anand Kumar

Managing Director, Indian Immunologicals Ltd

Dr. Mahesh Bhalgat

Group CEO, Veeda Clinical Research Pvt Ltd

Inspiring Visionaries Powering Our Purpose

The Patrons of FABA

Mr. B P Acharya, IAS

Dr. Mrs. Sheila Bhide, IAS

Prof. Seyed E Hasnain

The Strategic Think Tank

Executive Council of FABA

The FABA Executive Council comprises distinguished leaders from academia, industry, and government who steer the organization’s vision and strategy. Their collective expertise drives impactful initiatives and fosters sustainable growth in the biotechnology ecosystem.

Prof. Lim Yang Mooi

Head of Programme for Postgraduate Degree Programmes, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Prof. Pallu Reddanna

Executive President, Senior Professor (Rtd.), School of Life Sciences, UoH, Director – ASPIRE BioNEST

Dr. Suresh Pothani

Vice President
Head (Retd.),
ICMR-NARFBR

Dr. P Ratnakar

Secretary General,
President, Innominds

Dr. Uday Saxena

Executive Secretary
Co-founder,
Reagene Biosciences

Dr. Srinivas Maddi

Treasurer
Founder & CEO,
Acubiosys

Dr. Ajith V Kamath

Advisor, Pandorum Technologies

Prof. K Vijay Kumar

NIMS

Prof. D Raghunadha Rao

MNJ Institute of Oncology

Prof. A R Reddy

Former Dean, Yogi Vemana University

Dr. Ranjan Chakrabarti

Independent
Consultant

Dr. S. Harinarayana Rao

Consultant & Officer Retd.), BSL-3 Facility CDFD

Dr. Raman Sundaram

Director of
ICAR-IIRR

Dr. N. Madhusudhana Rao

CEO, AIC-CCMB

Dr. G. Taru Sharma

Director, NIAB

Dr. Srinivas Oruganti

Director, DRILS

Dr. K.K. Narayanan

Founder & Chairman
Kottaram Agro Foods Pvt Ltd.

Dr. Markandeya G

Executive Chairman &
MD, ATGC Biotech Ltd

Mr. AVPS Chakravarthi

Managing Director, ECOBLISS

Dr. Suresh Poosala

Founder,
Acasta Health

Dr. Bala Reddy

Founder,
Provis Biolabs

Dr. Visweswara Rao

Dean, School of Applied & Allied Health Sciences,
REVA University

Dr. D Nalini Mohan

IFS (Retd.)

Dr. M.V. Rajam

Retd. Professor
University of Delhi

Dr. Rama Venugopal

Founder
Value Added Corporate Services

Dr. Muthukumar

Chief Scientist & Professor, CSIR- CFTRI

Dr. A S Sreedhar

Chief Scientist,
CSIR-CCMB

Dr. M K Arunasree

Assoicate Professor, University of Hyderabad

Dr. Sujitha Pombala

Founder,
UCHA Herbs

Dr. D Sambashiva

Assistant Professor, Nizam College and MD, Abhignya Biotech

Connect. Collaborate. Create Change.

International Chapters of FABA

FABA’s International Chapters extend our mission across borders, creating region-specific platforms for biotech collaboration and development. These chapters promote local engagement while connecting global stakeholders to a unified biotech vision.

Malaysia

Prof. Yang Mooi Lim

Head of Programme for Postgraduate Degree Programmes, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Bangladesh

Dr. Asadulghani

Head, Biosafety & BSL3 Laboratory; ICDDR – Bangladesh

Indonesia

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Jha

Strategic Research and Technical Timeline Coordinator, PT. Central Proteina Prima, Indonesia

Pakistan

Prof. Dr. Ikram ul Haq

HEC Distinguished National Professor, Professor Emeritus ISESCO Laureate Institute of Industrial Biotechnology, GC University Lahore, Pakistan

Srilanka

Prof. Mangala Gunatilake

Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Malaysia

Dr. Malboobi

Professor at National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology.

Nigeria

Ms. Judith OKOLO

Asst. Chief Scientific Officer, Biosafety and Risk Management (BRM), Environmental Biotechnology Department, National Biotechnology Development Agency

Japan

Dr. Tadasuke OOKA

Associate Professor,
University of Miyazaki

Singapore

Dr. Anand Govindalur

Founder & CEO
Govin Capital

US

Dr. Srinivas Reddy

Papaiahgari
Founding Member

UAE

Mr. Rakesh Pandey

CMD & Founder Member,Bravo Pharma Group

Saudi Arabia

Dr. Ramaiah Itumalla

Asst. Professor, Dept of Health Management, University of Hail, Ministry of Education, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Meet the Champions in Action

The FABA Team

Dr. Jagadeesh Gandla

Chief Operating Officer

Dr. T N G Sharma

Senior Manager

Divya Telidevara

Manager

Hema Shree

Management Trainee

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Testimonials

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Our Journey

A Legacy of Innovation and Collaboration

Our journey reflects a sustained commitment to empowering life sciences through collaboration and action.

Why FABA?

Unifying Ecosystems, Amplifying Possibilities

At the forefront of biotechnology advocacy and collaboration, Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA) brings together global stakeholders to drive innovation, education, and entrepreneurship in life sciences. With its diverse ecosystem of experts, institutions, and enablers, FABA creates a thriving platform for collective growth and impact.

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