Veterinary Biochemistry
The department of Biochemistry is separated from combined department of Physiology and Biochemistry in the year 2001-02 as per the VCI norms.
Biochemistry is the branch of science that explores the chemical processes within and related to living organisms. It is a laboratory based science that brings together biology and chemistry. By using chemical knowledge and techniques, Biochemists can understand and solve biological problems.
The Department of Veterinary Biochemistry is having the following infrastructure facility for the UG and PG students and also to carry out the research work.
Infrastructures and Facilities at the Department:
- The Department of Veterinary Biochemistry is having facility for the UG and PG students and also to carry out the research work for the externally funded schemes.
- The Biochemical analysis of clinical samples is carried out and research facilities are also provided for PG research at college level.
Services Provided:
- Biochemical Analysis of Various Clinical Samples
Instruments and Equipment’s Available:
- Biochemical Semi Auto Analyzer
- Double UV-VIS Spectrophotometer
- pH meter
- Spectrophotometer
- Double distillation plant
- Colorimeter
- Water bath
- Hot air oven
- Electric stirrer
Teaching Programmes:
- B.V.Sc. & A.H: as per VCI Curriculum
- M.V.Sc.
Ex-academicians
| Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad | Jan. 2001 –March 2008 |
| Dr.S.W. Bonde | March 2008-June 2009 |
| Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad | July 2009-October 2010 |
| Dr.R.C.Takarkhede | Oct.2010 – March 2012 |
| Dr. S.S.Kulkarni | April 2012 – Oct.2012 |
Departmental Research
Agency Project – Completed
| No. | Title of the project | PI & Co-PI | Funding Agency | Grants Received |
| 1 | Adaptation and Facilitation of Livestock Impending Climate Changes through Shelter Management | Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad (Co-PI)
| National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal | Rs.19.00 Lakh |
| Assessment of mineral profile: Relationship of soils, feeds and fodders in Maharashtra for improvement of livestock production potential. | Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad (Co-PI) | Maharashtra Livestock Development Board (M.L.D.B.) | Rs. 11.35 Lakh | |
| 3 | Studies on efficacy of Ventrilir-plus on performance, carcass charecteristics and meat quality in broilers | Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad (Co-PI)
| M/S. Venkey’s India Hatcheries Pvt. Ltd. Pune | 55,933/- |
| 4 | Comparative efficacy of herbal product (AV?BCP?15) with Synthetic Choline Chloride on broiler performance and Carcass Quality characteristics’ | Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad (Co-PI)
| Dabur Ayurvet, At Post Gaddi (H.P.) | 49,983/- |
| 5 | Comparative efficacy of Herbal Amino Acid Suppliments on Broiler Performance | Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad (Co-PI)
| M/S. Dabur Ayurvet, At Post Gaddi (H.P.) | 49,500/- |
| 6 | Field Trails of Inactivated Bivalent Reovirus Vaccine in Broilers | Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad (Co-PI)
| M/S. Ventri Biologicals, VHPL, Pune | Rs.49,000/- |
| 7 | Evaluation of Efficacy of Herbal Supplimentation on Serum and Egg Yolk Cholesterols in Layers | Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad (Co-PI)
| M/S. Dabur Ayurvet, At Post Gaddi (H.P.) | Rs.49,000/- |
| 8 | Effect of Different Sources of \Drinking Water and Commercially Treated Water on the Performance of Broiler Chicken | Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad (Co-PI)
| M/S. Narsapur Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., Turbhe, Navi Mumbai | Rs.49,000/- |
Departmental Project – Ongoing
| Sr.No. | Title of the project | Research Co-ordinator | Year of Start | Duration in years |
| 1 | Molecular Characterization of plasmids extracted from Salmonella enterica isolated from poultry | N.Z. Gaikwad
A.V. Bhonsle A.M. Shende V.S.Waskar M.A.Khan | 2014-15 | Three Years |
| 2. | Metabolic profiling in prepartum stage of transition Deoni cows | M.J. Sanap
N.Z. Gaikwad V.M. Salunke M.M. Vaidya | 2016 | Two Years |
Future Plans:
- Major emphasis will be given on diagnosis of metabolic disorders in high yielding animal to support production enhancement, profitability and sustainability of Livestock for empowerment of the Farmer’s.
- Making awareness among farmer’s regarding induction of lactation as well as Artificial Insemination in non pregnant animal.
- Making awareness among farmers regarding effect of climate on milk yield and health of animal. Transfer of technology by publications in local language, farmers association, village adopted programs, training programs, field outreach activities.
Faculty:
 | Dr. N.Z. Gaikwad
M.V.Sc., Ph.D Professor & Sectional Head Email: drnzgaikwad@gmail.com |
| Dr. Mohini Khodke
M.V.Sc., Ph.D Assistant Professor Email: mohinikhodke@mafsu.in
| |
 | Dr. M.J. Sanap
M.V.Sc Assistant Professor Email: sanap_vet@rediffmail.com |
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