A Ph.D. in Zoology is an advanced degree programme that provides students with in-depth knowledge and research experience in the study of animal life. Zoology is a branch of biology that focuses on the structure, function, behavior, evolution, and ecology of animals, from the smallest invertebrates to the largest mammals.
During a Ph.D. programme in Zoology, students typically undertake advanced coursework in areas such as ecology, evolution, genetics, animal behavior, physiology, and anatomy, as well as statistics and research methods. They also engage in independent research under the guidance of a faculty advisor, and typically write and defend a thesis based on their research findings.The programme aims to provide students with a deep understanding of animal life and prepare them for careers in academia, research, science communication, or conservation work.
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Environmental and Genetic Toxicology, Cancer Biology and Medicinal Plant Research
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Insect Taxonomy, Wildlife Biology, Invertebrate Ecology, Biosystematics, Biodiversity and Climate change
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Research Interest:
Animal Physiology, Ichthyology, Molecular and Biochemical Adaptation, Endocrinology, Genetics
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Research Interest:
Animal Ecology and Wildlife Biology
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Research Interest:
Fish biology, ecology and diversity, fish taxonomy, conservation and sustainable management of freshwater ecosystems
A Ph.D. in Zoology is an advanced degree programme that provides students with in-depth knowledge and research experience in the study of animal life. Zoology is a branch of biology that focuses on the structure, function, behavior, evolution, and ecology of animals, from the smallest invertebrates to the largest mammals.
During a Ph.D. programme in Zoology, students typically undertake advanced coursework in areas such as ecology, evolution, genetics, animal behavior, physiology, and anatomy, as well as statistics and research methods. They also engage in independent research under the guidance of a faculty advisor, and typically write and defend a thesis based on their research findings.The programme aims to provide students with a deep understanding of animal life and prepare them for careers in academia, research, science communication, or conservation work.
Assistant Professor & Co-ordinator
Research Interest:
Environmental and Genetic Toxicology, Cancer Biology and Medicinal Plant Research
Assistant Professor
Research Interest:
Insect Taxonomy, Wildlife Biology, Invertebrate Ecology, Biosystematics, Biodiversity and Climate change
Assistant Professor
Research Interest:
Animal Physiology, Ichthyology, Molecular and Biochemical Adaptation, Endocrinology, Genetics
Assistant Professor
Research Interest:
Animal Ecology and Wildlife Biology
Assistant Professor
Research Interest:
Fish biology, ecology and diversity, fish taxonomy, conservation and sustainable management of freshwater ecosystems
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