Meet the Team and Comany of ASA Spezialenzyme GmbH
The Company
The business activities of ASA Spezialenzyme GmbH includes the production and distribution of enzymes, microbial cultures and other innovative biotechnological products.
What We Do
Since the founding of the company in 1991, we have continually developed our capabilities in the field of enzymes. Our current product spectrum covers the areas of
- Food processing
- organic synthesis
- Analytics/ biosensor technology
- Textile industry
- Paper industry
- Biogas industry
In the area of mixed microbial cultures we offer products for industrial and private use. The main areas of application is pond/ lake restoration and the improvement of water quality in aquariums, garden ponds and commercial aquacultures.
Research and development take a central place in our company policy to maintain the high standards of our product quality, manufacturing methods and our innovative spirit. Application-oriented research projects are executed in cooperation with research facilities and companies or at the request of customers.
ASA Spezialenzyme GmbH stands for
Innovative products
High Standards in Research and Development
Special Services for customers
Special services in various fields of biotechnology
Further development of existing products and realization of new ideas is another part of our company strategy. Therefore various application-oriented development projects are carried out in self-government or on behalf of third parties. Because of the already gained experience through executed projects and the existing know-how ASA Spezialenzyme offers application-oriented services since 1997.
The services includes:
- Development of biotechnological processes to solve environmental problems (Bioremediation)
- Development of fermentation and purification processes
- Strain development and genetic engineering
- Enzyme technologies
We also offer the following services in the field of environmental biotechnology:
- Biological soil remediation
- Rehabilitation of heavy metal contaminated soils
- Biological lake restoration
Who We Are
The Team
Who We Are
Dr. Arno Cordes
Chief Executive Officer
Head of research and development
Founder ASA Spezialenzyme GmbH, 1991
Technical University Berlin, Diploma in Biotechnology
Technical University Brunswick, Ph.D. in Biotechnology
Tel: +495331/ 8825-36
E-Mail: cordes@asa-enzyme.de
Dipl.-Eng. Petra Hoferichter
Head of production, deputy head of research and development
With ASA since May 1996
University Ostfriesland, Chemistry/ Biotechnology
Tel: +495331/ 8825-35
E-Mail: hoferichter@asa-enzyme.de
M. Eng. Ana Pablos Ferreiro
Research and development
With ASA since August 2008
University Ostfalia, Energy-systems-technology
Tel: +495331/ 8825-41
E-Mail: pablos@asa-enzyme.de
M. Eng. Kai-Arne Klotz
Process engineering, project management, electrical engineering
With ASA since February 2016
University Ostfalia, Energy-systems-technology
Tel: +495331/ 8825-42
E-Mail: klotz@asa-enzyme.de
MBA Merdan Urcanli
Research and development, Head of Sales and Consulting
With ASA since January 2017
International University Reutlingen, Biomedical Sciences
University Ostfalia, Sales Management
Tel: +495331/ 8825-42
E-Mail: urcanli@asa-enzyme.de
M. Sc. Valeria Gross
Research and development enzymes, Pharmaceuticals, Good Manufacturing Practice
With ASA since June 2019
Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Biosystems Engineering
Tel: +495331/ 8825-44
E-Mail: gross@asa-enzyme.de
Dr. Corina Gryczka
Research and development enzymes, Pharmaceuticals, Good Manufacturing Practice
With ASA since January 2024
Technical University Brunswick, Diploma in Biotechnology
Technical University Dresden, Ph.D.
Tel: +495331/ 8825-44
E-Mail: gryczka@asa-enzyme.de
We
Develop biological, environmental friendly, and inexpensive solutions for challenges in the area of environmental-, food-, and biotechnology.
Produce and deliver enzymes for the use in industry, science and Research.
Develop and produce microorganisms for the adjustment and stabilization of the biological balance in natural waters, aquariums and commercial aquacultures.
Help you to plan and execute research projects in the area of biotechnology.
- Are excited about your further interest in our Company.
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