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Fremantle Mayor and Founders Factory Visit SeaStock HQ

SeaStock

06/12/2024

This past Wednesday morning, SeaStock was thrilled to host Fremantle Mayor Hannah Fitzhardinge GAICD, along with the team from Founders Factory, at our headquarters. The visit was a momentous occasion for us, and we are filled with gratitude as we reflect on the incredible support we continue to receive from the community and key stakeholders.

During the visit, we had the opportunity to showcase our state-of-the-art Asparagopsis tanks, a key part of our mission to harness the potential of marine science. It was an exciting moment to exchange valuable insights, ideas, and perspectives that will continue to shape SeaStock’s growth and impact.

We are incredibly thankful for the ongoing support of the Western Australian Government and the Founders Factory team. Their commitment to nurturing innovation and sustainability has been instrumental in advancing our vision and positioning SeaStock at the forefront of the industry. Through programs like the Australian Federal Government’s Industry Growth Program, we are confident that we are on the right path to achieving even more groundbreaking milestones in the coming year.

As we move forward, we are more inspired than ever to continue building partnerships, driving innovation, and working towards a more sustainable future. We are excited for what the new year will bring and look forward to growing with the continued support of our community.

A big thank you once again to Mayor Fitzhardinge and the Founders Factory team for taking the time to visit and engage with SeaStock.

DR SANJANA SENTHILKuMaR

Research Scientist

Dr Sanjana Senthilkumar is a Ph.D. graduate of Philosophy in Biosciences and Bioengineering, from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, and holds a Bachelor of Technology in biochemistry from Sathyabama University, in India. During this time Sanjana gained vast research knowledge on plant secondary metabolites and their physiochemical properties. Her nearly decade-long experience spans across plant tissue culture, natural product chemistry, photo-physics, and various analytical techniques. She possesses skill in experimental design, research review, execution, data analysis, and scientific writing. She has led and executed a research entrepreneurship project, which involved design, development, and patenting of an innovative apparatus for use in chemistry laboratories. Additionally, she has undertaken several roles as a trainer, teaching assistant, supervisor, instrument operator, and laboratory demonstrator. Sanjana has been appointed to the position of Research Scientist to support the next phase of the Company’s commercial growth. Tasked specifically with helping establish a scientific approach to developing sustainable and commercially viable biomass growth of macro algae.

Zoe HOpKINSON

Production Technician

In 2023 Zoe completed a Bachelors in Coastal and Marine Science at Curtin University. During her study Zoe also gained work experience as an aquaculture volunteer, including roles with PhD students and Department Primary Industry Resource Development (DPIRD).  In addition Zoe worked at the Geraldton TAFE commercial hatchery, which introduced her knowledge to cultivate Asparagopsis seaweed and aquaculture operations.
Within completing Zoe's degree, she also completed field work studies on fish behaviours and interacted with multiple marine based professionals.  Zoe had access to innovative technology that made her learning & experiences much more immersive and accessible, enabling her to gain experience in technologies, equipment and platforms used within the aquaculture research industry.  Zoe is thrilled to be a part of the Seastock science team, which has further ignited her passion for the ocean and participating in work which will benefit the state of our climate. Working towards a more positive future for all.