Meet the scuba diving, mountaineering scientist aiming to put cell-based seafood in the mainstream

With many irons in the fire Mihir Pershad has packed a lot of experience into a relatively short space of time as part of his goal to bring cell-based seafood to the masses.

Umami Bioworks founder Mihir Pershad decided to set up his business in Asia, the center of the seafood universe.
Umami Bioworks founder Mihir Pershad decided to set up his business in Asia, the center of the seafood universe.Photo: Mihir Pershad/Umami Bioworks
Published 8 September 2023, 05:00Updated 8 September 2023, 05:00