Department of Zoology
Vision
The global improvement of the students, through moral and scientific educational practices
Mission
To impart universal perception and skills among students that benefit humanity.
To improvise knowledge and skills in zoological science
To develop the attitude of the students to concentrate on applied science aspects
About the Department
The Department of Zoology established a student’s club i.e. Zoo buddies club for the better understanding, creating interest and motivating the students through the guidance related to various 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. The head and the staff of the Department have motivated the students for different project work, curricular and co-curricular activities for their development. Overall the college has a good environment; there is scope for the growth of students. Teachers also supported to the student in different programs and activity. Overall college staff and teachers encourage the student to participate in curricular and co-curricular activities for their development.
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.
- We strictly observe the teaching schedule, timely conduct of examinations, preparing teaching plans and its implementation, Departmental meetings of teaching staff.
- 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
She is an expert in Genetics. Read More: https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/22027
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
She is an expert in Genetics. Read More: https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/22027
Dr. Yogita R. Channe
She is an expert in Molecular Biology. Read More: https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/390583
Mrs. Rupali R. Munje
She is an expert in Animal Physiology. Read More: https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/392241
Achievements
List of achievements
Dr. Muktabai Babasaheb Shinde Honors and Awards: Best Research Award 2021 Global Society for Basic and Applied Sciences, Thane (India) The Certificate of Excellence (Covid -19 Data Collection) 2021 Ashwamedh Medicare Pvt. Ltd. Kopargaon India Appreciation Award 2021 Sanjivani Arts Commerce and Science College Kopargaon Best Students Award 2012 J.J.T.U. University Rajasthan Second Prize for Poster Presentation Award 2012 B.N. Bandodkar College of Science Thane Faculty Development Program (FDP) Successfully completed one-week online National level Faculty Development Program (e- FDP) on Effective use of ICT Tools in offline to online education transition. Sanjivani College of Pharmaceutical Education & Research 31 May to 5th Jun 2020. Successfully completed one-day online FDP on ICT tools for online teaching. Sanjivani College of Engineering Dept. of MBA Kopargaon 06/06/2020 Successfully completed one-month online FDP on Women entrepreneurship development program sponsored by NSTEDB, GOI. National Institute of technical teachers training and research Bhopal 22/02 – 21/03/ 2021 PUBLICATIONS: Book —— Published a book of “Mushroom Cultivation and Production” in an International Publication – Lambert academic Publishers, Morishious. Jan 2019. The Same book published in the Russian Language Book Chapter —— Book chapter 6 Comparison of Puntius conchonius and Gambusia affinis for feeding rate of mosquito larvae published in International Journal; Current Trends in Biological Science, 2 Research papers published: 14 International Journal : 09 National Journal : 05 Abstract : 02 In process : 01 1) Waghchoure D, Dhanwate S, Jagdale D, Shinde M, (2011), Studies on oil content of Ocimum basilicum Linn. With reference to age of shrub. Current Innovations in plant Sciences APSI P -39. 2) 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. 3) 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, 1:39-42. 4) 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):36-41. 5) Waghchoure D. R., Shinde M.B. (2012),Behaviour modifying effect of herbal formulation on vector of life threat diseases in Asia, An International quarterly journal of envioronmental sciences (ICAIECS), 1:1-5. 6) 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):26-30. 7) Shinde M, Kshirsagar R, Waghchoure D, (2012) Microbial Degradation of polyethylene National Conference on Phytochemistry: recent trends & challenges Bionano Frontier,0(9):244-247. 8) Shinde M, Kshirsagar R, Waghchoure D, Gondkar R, (2012). Study of plastic waste disposal area of Kopargaon town for isolation of plastic degrading microorganisms,Eco needs foundation,2(8): 110-111. 9) Shinde M, Thorve S, Mane R, (2016), Consistent performance of Verticillium lecanii in liquid formulation. New Man International journal of Multidisciplinary studies, 3(11):39-41. 10) Shinde M (2017) An approach to biological degradation of polystyrene. International Research Journal of Biological Science,6(2),1-5. 11) Mane R, Shinde M, Wagh P, and Malkar H. (2017), Isolation of endophytic Microorganisms as a source of Novel Secondary Metabolite producers against Tuberculosis,IJSART,3(11):1267-1269. 12) Shinde M, Nagarkar R, Waghchoure D, and Bhutada S (2017) Evaluation of Anthelmintic potential of Punica granatum flower extract and its formulation, world journal of pharmaceutical research,6(16):1209-1214. 13) Mane R, Shinde M, Malkar H, and Wagh R (2017) Bioelectricity Generation From Microorganisms in microbial fuel cell technology. New Man International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, 4(9):103-107. 14) Shinde M. B. and Kshirsagar R.V. (2019) Comparison of Puntius conchonius and Gambusia affinis for feeding rate of mosquito larvae. Asian Journal of Research in Zoology, AJRIZ4, 2(1):1-5. 15) Shinde M. B. and Kshirsagar R.V. (2020) Impact of Moringa Tea to enhance haemoglobin in girls. Proceeding International conference on Biotechnology: Perspectives and Challenges ICBT, ISBN: 978-81-944481-0-5. 16) Shinde M. B. D. R. Waghchoure, S. A. Bhutada, S. B. Dahikar and Kshirsagar R.V. (2021) Efficacy of Moringa oleifera Leaf Extract for the Treatment of Anemia in Girls, Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences 23(5): 1-5, 2021; Article no.JAMPS.64172 ISSN: 2394-1111. 17)Assessment of formulation of herbal pain relief oil: in vitro study. Shinde M.B., Barwant M.M., Bhutada S.A., Dahikar S.B and Kshirsagar R.V. Inprocess
Mr. Hon S. T.
Research Paper Published in International Journal
• Study of diversity of freshwater sponges from Ahmednagar district. International journal of Flora and fauna.
• Preliminary Study on Diversity of Coleopteran Fauna from Kopargaon Tahsil, District Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, India. International Research Journal of Biological Sciences, ISSN 2278 – 3202 Vol. 7 (6), 23-25 June 2018.
Dr. Channe Y. R.
• Martin E. R. and Channe, Y. R. (2019). “Partial Purification and characterization of lectin from serum of American Cockroach, Periplaneta americana. J. App. Bio. Biotechnolo.pp.1-5.
• Martin E. R. and Channe, Y. R. (2019). “Partial Purification and Characterization of Antimicrobial peptide from hemolymph of cockroaches Periplaneta americana. J. App. Bio. Biotechnolo.pp.1-6
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