Department of Zoology
Vision
To impart education that generates good citizens with academic excellence and strong commitment to society. To perpetuate value based education favorable to the progress of students and society so as to promote peace and harmony.
Mission
Our mission is to offer high quality education dedicated to building minds with conviction, integrity, social and moral responsibility. We are committed to educating the students beyond the confines of a class room to make them better individuals and develop their personalities, enabling them to face the challenges of the modern world.
About the Department
The department of Zoology was started in 2012. Zoology is one of the subjects at first and second year of under graduate students. Third year of Zoology will start in academic year 2018-19.
One well-developed laboratory with different types of models, specimens, charts, permanent slides, microscopes and other educational equipment is present. Department of Zoology established a students activity club with name “Zoobuddies club” for the improvement and motivate the students and guidance to the student about different types of project like Apiculture, Fishery, Sericulture, goat farm, organic farming, vermicomposting, bio control agent, and research work going on different subject like mosquito control, non-insect pest control and bio control etc.
Goals and Objectives
- To expose students to the field of Life sciences through projects on Vermicomposting, Beekeeping, bio-pesticide, Biological control. It will help to create awareness on environment friendly technologies.
- To create environment conservation awareness through field visits.
- To motivate students to conduct seminars, workshops on the topics included in the curriculum. It will help in achieving academic excellence.
Dr Mukta B Shinde
Position: M.Sc., Ph.D. (Asst. Professor and Head of the Department)
She has completed her doctorate in 2016 and is working in the College since 2016 as Head of Zoology department. She has expertise in animal physiology. She has industry as well as academic experience.
Courses offered
The department of Zoology is currently offering Zoology subject for up to SYBSc level. The department is going to start regular BSc in Zoology in the academic year 2018-19.
Any HSC pass student is eligible for the course.
For more information
Contact usZoobuddies Club
Zoobuddies club – A Zoology students’ activity club
Faculty of the Department
Dr Mukta B Shinde
Position: M.Sc., Ph.D. (Asst. Professor and Head of the Department)
She has completed her doctorate in 2016 and is working in the College since 2016 as Head of Zoology department. She has expertise in animal physiology. She has industry as well as academic experience.
Prof. Shashikant T Hon
Position: M.Sc.,B.Ed. (Assistant Professor)
He has experience of 4 years in Zoology. He has expertise in animal biodiversity. He is also NSS Chief Program officer and has carried several CSR activities.
Prof. Ms. Arpita K. Chopde
Position: M.Sc. (Assistant Professor)
She is a teaching enthusiast specialized in Entomology, currently contributing to the Zoology Dept.
Achievements
List of achievements
Events / Activities
- Inauguration of “Zoobuddies Club” – A Zoology students’ activity club
- Organization and participation of NSS Camp in Brahmangaon
- Various College level research project
- Field visit to Rahuri Krushi Vidyapith
- Participation in cleaning railway station of Kopargaon
Dr. Shinde M. B. (HoD)
Research Paper Published in International Journals:
- Mane R, Shinde M, Wagh P and Malkar H. (2017) Isolation of endophytic microorganisms as a source of novel secondary metabolite producers against tuberculosis, Internation, ISSN:2395-1065.
- Shinde M, Nagarkar R, Waghchoure D and Bhutada S (2017) Evaluation of antihelminthic potential of Punica granatum flower extract and its formulation, International ISSN:227-7105.
- Shinde M, Kshirsagar R, Waghchoure D, Gondkar R, (2012). Study of plastic waste disposal area of Kopargaon town for isolation of plastic degrading microorganisms, International conference on environment & humanities, Eco needs foundation 2(8) P-2.
- Shinde M, Thorve S, Mane R, (2016) Consistent performance of Verticillium lecanii in liquid formulation. New Man International journal of Multidisciplinary studies, ISSN 2348, 3(11) p – 4.
- Shinde M (2017) An approach to biological degradation of polystyrene. International Research Journal of Biological Science, ISSN 2278-3202, Vol. 6(2),p1-5. 6th International Science congress
- Mane R, Shinde M,Malkar H, and Wagh R. ( 2017) Bioelectricity Generation From Microorganisms in microbial fuel cell technology. New man International journal of Multidciplinarr studies, ISSN 2348-1390, vol. 4(9) p-5.
Research Paper Published in National Journals:
- Gupta S, Shinde M, Bramha J, Kharwar A (2011). Comparison of Poecilia sphenops and Gambusia affinis for feeding rate of mosquito larvae. Gokhale Education Society’s Swayam prakash. Luminescence. Journal of research. Volume 1. pp39-42
- Gondkar R, Waghchoure D, Shinde M, Lakare N, (2012) Toxic effect of poly-herbal Fumigant on Sitophilus oryzae L. National Conference on Phytochemistry: recent trends & challenges, Bionano Frontier 0(9) P-3
- Shinde M, Kshirsagar R, Waghchoure D, (2012) Microbial Degradation of polyethylene National Conference on Phytochemistry: recent trends & challenges Bionano Frontier 0(9) P-4.
Abstract Published in National and state Journals/coneferences:
- Waghchoure D, Dhanwate S, Jagdale D, Shinde M, (2011), Studies on oil content of Ocimum basilicum With reference to age of shrub. Current Innovations in plant Sciences APSI P -39
- Waghchoure D, Dhanwate S, Jagdale D, Shinde M, (2011), Studies on seed germination performance of Rauwolfia serpentimol Benth. Current Innovations in plant Sciences APSI P 38
- Waghchoure D, Shinde M, (2011), Behavior modifying effect of Herbal Formulation on vector of life threat diseases.
- Hon S.T. and Shinde M, (2016) Studies on Grasshoppers (Orthoptera) From Kopargaon Taluka, Ahmednagar MH India.
Poster presented in State and National Journal:
- Shinde M, and Gupta S. (2010) Estimation of larvivorous potential of ornamental fish” in a State level seminar organized by HPT Arts & RYK Science. College, Nasik.
- Shinde M, Kshirsagar R, Waghchoure D, (2012) Impact of Natural and Laboratory Biodegradation for plastic using Brevundimonas diminuta. National Conference on Phytochemistry: recent trends & challenges, Bionano Frontier 0(9) P-5.
- Organization of state level conference on benefiting the life Sciences for better health and life in Sanjivani Arts Commerce and Science College held at 3rd Dec
- Organisation of Sanjivani Home minister program under the women empowerment cell in Sanjivani Engineering college held at 11th 2017.
Prof. Hon. S. T.
Research Paper Published in International Journals:
- T Hon.and, Dr. M Arif (2015) Study of diversity of sponges from Ahmednagar district. International journal of Flora and Fauna.
- S. T Hon (2016) Study of coleopteran diversity from Kopargaon Tehsil 6th International Science congress
Prof. Badkas S. A.
Atteneded international/National Conferences:
- Attended International conference on “Biodiversity and Environmental Crisis: Past, Present and Future” from 11th to 13th February 2011 organized by Late Karmaveer Dr. P. R. Ghogrey Science College, Dhule.
- Atteneded national conference on Biodiversity and its role in Modern world RRMW from 12 to 13 October 20.12 organised by SPDM College, Shirpur, Dhule.
- Participated in Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) from 16th to 18th June 2017, organized by ISRO space exhibition.