About Us
ADANS- We Drive Innovation in Aquaculture Nutrition
Founded in February 2022, AD Aquaculture Nutrition Services Inc. (ADANS) is a visionary enterprise dedicated to enhancing the aquaculture feed sector. We work hard to empower businesses and organizations with next generation nutritional products and solutions for the global aquafeed industry.
Meet Our Founder: Dr. André Dumas
At the helm of ADANS is Dr. André Dumas, a distinguished figure in the field of aquaculture nutrition. Dr. Dumas, a PhD graduate from the University of Guelph, has been a pivotal force in the industry since 2008. He is well known for his affable nature, approachability, integrity, and exceptional communication skills, which enable him to make aquaculture concepts accessible to broad audiences.
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​His professional journey includes notable roles as a Research Scientist in the USA and Director of Aquaculture in Canada. His superlative expertise spans ingredient development, feed formulation, shadow pricing, mathematical modelling, and statistical analysis. Dr. Dumas's unique blend of scientific knowledge and business acumen forms the foundation for ADANS’s innovative approaches.
Meet Our Expert of Aquaculture Sustainability: Saeed Khorramian
At a time when sustainability of aquaculture has become momentous, Mr. Saeed Khorramian completed his MSc in Animal Sciences with a focus on Sustainable Aquaculture Production Systems at Wageningen University and Research. His thesis Life Cycle Assessment of Tilapia Production Systems along with his internship Life Cycle Assessment comparison between canola meal-free and canola meal-containing salmon feeds in Canada brough him at the forefront of system-based approaches to describe, predict and improve the sustainability of aquaculture production systems. His passion for the sustainable development of the aquaculture industry and his affability are indubitable.
His professional journey includes notable roles as fish business owner and production manager, working with commercial freshwater and marine aquaculture species, as well as ornamental fish. Mr. Khorramian joined ADANS in 2024 to lead the Aquaculture Sustainable unit and contribute to the success of the organizations we serve.
Meet Our Expert of Machine Learning and Precision Nutrition: Hung Tran Quang
As the nutrient composition of commercial diets is increasingly tailored to the metabolic scope and epigenetic profile of aquatic species, Dr. Hung Tran Quang developed expertise in disciplines relevant to this new era. In addition to his proficiency in molecular biology, deep learning, stable isotope techniques and meta-analysis, Dr. Tran Quang possesses the rare ability to bridge cutting-edge research with practical aquaculture solutions. His passion and productivity lead to a relentless commitment to advancing sustainable practices and unlocking new frontiers in the global aquaculture industry.
His professional journey includes notable roles in aquaculture nutrition for global corporations and renowned research institutions in several countries of Southeast Asia and Europe. Dr. Tran Quang worked with commercial freshwater and marine aquaculture species. Dr. Tran Quang joined ADANS in 2024 as Senior scientist to lead the Aquaculture Precision Nutrition unit and contribute to the success of the organizations we serve.
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ADANS Stands Apart in the Aquaculture Nutrition Sector
What makes ADANS unique? It’s our blend of scientific rigor and practical application.
Our strengths include:
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Expertise in shadow pricing, which allows us to estimate the market value of novel feed products across various geographies.
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A knack for gathering, analyzing, and presenting information in a way that resonates with a diverse audience, from private corporations to research institutes and governmental agencies.
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A commitment to conducting high-quality research trials with both scientific depth and business savvy.
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With these unique selling propositions, ADANS is a leader and pioneer in the aquaculture nutrition landscape, uniquely equipped to navigate the complexities of the aquafeed industry.