About CasCore Bio

Our Story

Incorporated on 11 December 2024 and commencing operations in 2025, CasCore Bio Pvt. Ltd. is a Bengaluru-based biotechnology startup established with a vision to bridge fundamental scientific research and practical biotechnology applications.

Built on extensive experience in molecular biology, developmental biology, and genome engineering, CasCore Bio brings together scientific expertise and an entrepreneurial approach to explore emerging technologies and develop innovative solutions.

The company is incubated at the Atal Incubation Centre, Jyothy Institute of Technology (AIC-JIT), Bengaluru, fostering an environment of research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Our Mission

To advance biotechnology through innovative research, emerging technologies, and scientific collaboration. We aim to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and practical applications by developing accessible, impactful, and sustainable solutions across the life sciences.

Our Vision

To become a recognized biotechnology innovator, transforming scientific discoveries into meaningful applications that contribute to advancements in healthcare, agriculture, and the broader life sciences.

Recognition & Support

CasCore Bio Pvt. Ltd. is supported under the NIDHI-PRAYAS programme, an initiative of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, through the Atal Incubation Centre, Jyothy Institute of Technology (AIC-JIT), Bengaluru.

The grant has supported the company's early-stage research and proof-of-concept development in CRISPR-based molecular diagnostics.

Leadership

Scientific expertise meets engineering innovation.

CasCore Bio brings together expertise in molecular biology, genome engineering, biomedical engineering, and technology development, combining scientific research with practical engineering capabilities.

Dr. Gokul Kesavan, PhD

Founder & Managing Director

Molecular biology, CRISPR and genome engineering

Dr. Gokul Kesavan is a molecular biologist with over 17 years of international research experience in developmental biology, stem cell biology, and genome engineering.

He earned his PhD from Lund University, Sweden, and pursued postdoctoral research at the Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden (CRTD), Germany. His expertise spans molecular biology, CRISPR-based genome editing, and experimental research models.

He founded CasCore Bio with the aim of translating scientific knowledge into innovative biotechnology applications.

Mr. Prayag Bellur

Director

Engineering design, biomedical devices and prototyping

Mr. Prayag Bellur is a mechanical engineer and technology entrepreneur with nearly a decade of experience in product development, advanced manufacturing, and interdisciplinary engineering research.

He holds a Master's degree in Production Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. His professional experience includes biomedical engineering, medical device prototyping, 3D bioprinting, and the development of specialized research equipment.

As Co-founder and Director of KOHA Pvt. Ltd., he brings expertise in engineering design, prototyping, and translating technical concepts into functional systems.