STUDENTS CORNER

Department of Zoology & Biomedical Technology

University School of Sciences,

Gujarat University, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad � 380009.

Phone : +91-79-2630 2362, Fax : +91-79-2630 2654 (Guj.Uni.), +91-79-2630 3196(Dept.)

EMAIL : zooldeptgu@satyam.net.in

Director : Prof. S. K. Menon

Head, Zoology Dept. and Course Director, Biomedical Technology : Dr. M. V. Rao

Introduction

The Department of Zoology at School of Sciences, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad was started in 1964 with humble beginnings and today, it is at the forefront as one of the leading teaching and research centers in the country and abroad. This has been largely due to the efforts and dedication of a devoted band of teachers, researchers and students as well as the timely and appropriate financial backing of various National and International, Government and Non-Government Agencies viz. ICMR, DST, WHO, CSIR, Lady Tata Memorial Trust, Sir Dorabji Tata Trust, Jai Research Foundation, GEER Foundation and especially University Grants Commission (UGC). The various research activities of the Department are highlighted, some of them being unique and the only one of their kind in the whole of the country in a University Department. The Department of Zoology had been started by only one member, a Reader. Another member joined as a Lecturer in October 1965. In 1968, three more lecturers were recruited. In 1970, a position of Professor was filled up. In June 1972 one more lecturer was taken in the Department. Now the department has Two Professors, Two Readers and Four Lecturers.

Present Scenario

The Department has received 10 lakhs in 10^th Five year plan from which teaching aids and equipments are purchased.
The University has sanctioned to construct Human Genetic building in Zoology Department, which is one of its kinds in the University setup.
Five research projects are underway and 10 research papers are published in various National and International journals per year.
Three teaching positions (1Reader and 2 Lecturers) are filled making total to 8.
Ph.D. students are 20 including two NET qualified working on various problems related to society.
Clinic facility for chromosomal, biochemical & hormonal analysis, after examination by our Doctors, is available. Prof. M. V. Rao is the Coordinator of the Clinic.

Infrastructure and Facilities

Electron Microscope (Zeiss EM 900), Zeiss Axiophot Microscope with Automatic Computer Karyotying System, Leitz Wetzlar Fluorescence Microscope and other research Microscope (Nikon, Reichert etc.), CASA (Computer Assisted Semen Analyser), Beckman Gamma Counter, Waters HPLC System, Spectrophotometers, Centrifuges- High speed, Cooling Centrifuge, microfuge, Lyophilizer, Hybridization Oven, PCR-Thermal cycler, UV-transilluminator, Gel dryer and Blotter, DNA sequencer, Deep freezer at -80^o C, Submarine electrophoresis, Osmometer and Incubators. A complete Radioimmunoassay (RIA) setup BARC approved), Tissue Culture, Cryostat, Cell counter (Transasia) etc.

Highlight

Several basic and sophisticated research facilities have been established since the inception of the programme in the Department :

01. Clinic facility for clinical examination of patients referred to the Department for carrying out diagnosis of genetic and endocrine disorders. The clinic also has 3 Medical Consultants, a Gynecologist, a Paediatrician, and a Radiologist as well as Ultrasound Scanning and Genetic counselling facilities are also available.

02. Facilities for Semen Analysis with automated semen analyser. Cellsoft CASA 2000, Cryo Resources, USA.

03. Facilities for ultrastructural studies using transmission Electron Microscopy, ZEISS EM 900.

04. Complete Cell and tissue culture set up for research in Cell Biology and Genetics. Autoradiography facilities. The Department is currently in the process of establishing Molecular Biology facilities, for which a PCR thermal cycler, Microfuges, Osmometer, Lyophiliser, Hybridizatioon oven, DNA Sequencer, Complete Electrophoresis set up, Deep freeze (-80^�); etc. have been purchased and other necessary equipment required are also being procured.

05. Radioimmunoassay set up � BARC approved and ELISA.

06. Electrophoretic, Chromatographic (including TLC and HPLC) Analytical Units.

07. UV and Visible Spectrophotometers.

08. Library facilities with basic and advanced books and journals.

09. Audio-visual facilities including a TV, VCR, Overhead Projector, Slide Projectors, Multimedia projector.

10. Museum facilities for preserved specimen studies.

11. Semi Automated karyotyping system (IKAROS).

12. Computer Networking and Internet facility.

13. Indoor and Outdoor sports facilities are also available to the students and staff.

14. Cryostat for Immunocytochemical techniques.

Courses Offered

COURSE 1

Course Name : Master�s Degree in Zoology

Course Type : Grant in Aid

Intake : 40 students

Eligibility : Bachelor Degree in Zoology with Minimum 2^nd class

Subject offered/ specialization : 1. Cell and Molecular Biology

2. Endocrinology and Reproductive Physiology

Duration : Two years (Full Time)

Course Commencement : June

Admission Process : By merit

Fees : M. Sc. I Rs. 1170.00 (Boys) Per term

M. Sc. I Rs. 420.00 (Girls) Per term

M. Sc. II Rs. 1040.00 (Boys) Per term

M. Sc. II Rs. 290.00 (Girls) Per term

Course offered at : Zoology Department, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad.

Future Career Opportunity : Through application, merit and Interview or Campus Interview.

COURSE 2

Course Name : Master�s Degree in Biomedical Technology Course

(Course Director � Dr. M. V. Rao)

Course Type : Self financed

Intake : 40 students

Eligibility : Bachelor Degree with minimum second class in

Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biosciences, Bio

Medical Technology, Microbiology, Zoology,

Chemistry, with �B� Group in S.Y.B.Sc

Subject offered/ specialization : Nil

Duration : Two Year (Full Time)

Course Commencement : June

Admission Process : By merit

Fees : Rs. 15,000=00 Per term

Course offered at : Zoology Department, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad.

Future Career Opportunity : Through application, merit and Interview.

COURSE 3

Course Name : Master of Philosophy in Zoology

Course Type : Grant in Aid

Intake : 10 students

Eligibility : M. Sc. with 55% in the respective subjects.

Subject offered/ specialization : Reproductive Physiology, Cell Biology, Toxicology

Duration : One Year

Course Commencement : June

Admission Process : By merit

Fees : Rs. 2,400 (Boys) 1^st term.

Rs. 2,115 (Boys) 2^nd term.

Rs. 2,295 (Girl) 1^st term.

Rs. 2,300 (Girl) 2^nd term.

Course offered at : Zoology Department, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad.

Future Career Opportunity : Through application/merit/Interview.

COURSE 4

Course Name : Doctor of Philosophy

Course Type : Grant in Aid

Intake : 3-5 students per year

Eligibility : M. Sc. with 55% and/or NET qualified

Subject offered/ specialization : Zoology and Life Sciences including Biomedical

Technology Course.

Duration : 3 - 5 years

Admission Process : By merit

Fees : Rs. 2,900 (Boys) 1^st term.

Rs. 2,615 (Boys) 2^nd to 4^th term.

Rs. 2,800 (Girl) 1^st term.

Rs. 1,615 (Girl) 2^nd to 4^th term.

Course offered at : Zoology Department, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad.

Future Career Opportunity : Through Application, Merit, Interview etc.

Faculty (Zoology Course)

Name : Dr. M. V. Rao

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D., F.G.S.A., M.R.E.

Designation : Professor & Head

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Reproductive Physiology, Genetic Toxicology, Cytogenetics

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 27437920 (R) 9825736797(M)

Name : Dr. R. J. Verma

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Professor

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Physiology, Endocrinology, Toxicology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 26306105 (R)

Name : Dr. (Mrs.) H. N. Highland

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Reader

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Reproductive Physiology, Endocrinology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 26856399 (R)

Name : Dr. Linz buoy George

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Reader

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Fishery Biology, Animal Biotechnology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O)

Name : Dr. (Mrs.) Ketaki R. Desai

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Sr. Lecturer

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Reproductive Physiology, Endocrinology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 26308904 (R)

Name : Dr. (Mrs.) Divya Chandel

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Sr. Lecturer

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Cell Biology, Cytogenetics

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 26857254 (R)

Name : Dr. D. D. Jhala

Qualification : M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.

Designation : Lecturer

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Cell Biology, Cytogenetics

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 27681048 (R)

Name : Dr. R. V. Devkar

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Lecturer

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Reproductive Biology, Endocrinology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 9825935445 (M)

Faculty (Biomedical Technology Course)

Name : Dr. M. V. Rao

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D., F.G.S.A., M.R.E.

Designation : Professor and Head, Zoology Dept., Course Director, Biomedical Technology

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Reproductive Physiology, Genetic Toxicology, Cytogenetics

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 27437920 (R) 9825736797(M)

Name : Dr. R. J. Verma

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Professor in Zoology & Co-ordinator, Biomedical Technology

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Physiology, Endocrinology, Toxicology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 26306105 (R)

Name : Dr. (Mrs.) H. N. Highland

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Reader

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Reproductive Physiology, Endocrinology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 26856399 (R)

Name : Dr. Linz buoy George

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Reader

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Fishery Biology, Animal Biotechnology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O)

Name : Dr. (Mrs.) Ketaki R. Desai

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Sr. Lecturer

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Reproductive Physiology, Endocrinology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 26308904 (R)

Name : Dr. (Mrs.) Divya Chandel

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Sr. Lecturer

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Cell Biology, Cytogenetics

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 26857254 (R)

Name : Dr. D. D. Jhala

Qualification : M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.

Designation : Lecturer

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Cell Biology, Cytogenetics

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 27681048 (R )

Name : Dr. R. V. Devkar

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Lecturer

Areas of Specialization : Zoology, Reproductive Biology, Endocrinology

Contact No. : 26302362 (O) 9825935445 (M)

Visiting/Guest Faculty :

Name : Dr. S. R. Dave

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Professor and Head, Microbiology Dept.

Areas of Specialization : Ind. Microbiology, Microbial technology, Environmental Microbiology

Contact No. : 26303225 (O) 26853709 (R )

Name : Dr. Nayan K. Jain

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Professor and Head, Life Science Dept.

Areas of Specialization : Zoology � Molecular Cell Biology, Animal Behaviour, Instrumentation, Ocular orphophysiology,

Reproductive Physiology

Contact No. : 26301491 (O) 23621101 (R)

Name : Dr. Pranav Shrivastav

Qualification : M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.

Designation : Reader in Chemistry

Areas of Specialization : Analytical Chemistry

Contact No. : 26300969 (O) 26751073 (R)

Name : Dr. Devayani Tipre

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Lecturer

Areas of Specialization : Microbiology, Applied & Environmental Microbiology

Contact No. : 26303225 (O) 27912077 (R)

Name : Dr. M. P. Bhatt

Qualification : B.Sc., M.B.B.S.

Designation : Resident Medical Officer, Uni. Health. Centre

Areas of Specialization : General Medicine

Contact No. : 26300124 (O) 26301176 (R)

Name : Dr. S. H. Desai

Qualification : M.D.

Designation : Lady Resident Medical Officer, Uni. Health. Centre

Areas of Specialization : General Medicine

Contact No. : 26300124 (O) 26303764 (R)

Name : Dr. J. J. Trivedi

Qualification : M.Sc., Ph.D.

Designation : Ex. Head, Biochemistry Dept., K.M. School of Medicine

Areas of Specialization : Clinical Biochemistry

Contact No. : 26609979 (R)

Name : Dr. Ashwin Patel

Qualification : M.D.

Designation : Haematologist

Areas of Specialization : Haematology

Contact No. : 26402972 (O)

Name : Dr. Gaurang Banker

Qualification : M.D.

Designation : Paediatrician

Areas of Specialization : Child Specialist

Contact No. : 26577963 (O), 26742655(R)

Name : Dr. Bhaskar Vyas

Qualification : M.D.

Designation : Pathologist

Areas of Specialization : Pathology

Contact No. : 26303090 (O), 26304010 (R)

Name : Dr. Chaitanya Nagori

Qualification : M.D.

Designation : Gynaecologist and Sonologist

Areas of Specialization : Gynaecology, Sonography

Contact No. : 26401090 (O)

Name : Dr. G. S. Shah

Qualification : M.D.

Designation : Gynaecologist

Areas of Specialization : Gynaecology

Contact No. : 26606602 (O), 26601624(R)