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Research Projects of KU approved in VASRC/AGRESCO
Research Projects of KU approved in VASRC/AGRESCO

Research Projects of KU approved in VASRC/AGRESCO

Kamdhenu University

Research Projects (Approved in VASRC/AGRESCO) -
Year 2024

A.

Veterinary Faculty

A1.

On-going Research Projects:

Sr. No.

Title of the Project

Sanctioned Year

Tentative time for completion

1 Assessment of blood cells’ Immunocompetence of Surti goats bearing single and twin foetus during the peripartum period 2023 2024
2 Exploring genomic diversity using whole genome sequencing and bioinformatic analysis in canine parvovirus- 2 from diarrheic dogs 2023 2024
3 Central Disease Research Station (Bacterial)
Research Centre for Viral Diseases
Diagnostic Centre for Mastitis
1967
1979
1966
Non plan continued scheme
4 Project for investigation and research in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anand 1975 Non plan continued scheme
5 Etiopathological Studies on Mortality in Broilers 1999 Plan continued scheme
6 Central Disease Research Station (C.D.R.S. - Parasitic Control) 1964 Non plan continued scheme
7 Central Disease Research Station (C.D.R.S. - Parasitic Control)
Molecular detection of the presence of the target resistance in the housefly against pyrethroid insecticides
2022 2024
8 Network programme on Ethnoveterinary Medicine Aug. 2009 2022-23
9 New- Project on “Animal Research related to investigation of Medicinal plant/weeds and genetic variation in Livestock
Old- Pharmacological investigation on some indigenous medicinal plants/weeds etc.
June 1980 Remain continued
10 Study of Infertility in Cattle (Non-Plan) 1965 Non plan continued scheme
11 Imparting Education on Semenology & Frozen Semen Technology to the Students and Field Veterinarians 1986 Plan continued scheme
12 Early pregnancy in buffaloes with reference to luteal blood flow area and biomarkers 2023 2024
13 Clinical Studies on Incidence, Diagnosis and Management of Neoplasm in   Canine 2023 Dec 2024
14 Strengthening of New Department at Veterinary Science College
a. Veterinary Epidemiology & Preventive Medicine
b. Department of Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Extension
Not applicable continued
15 Diagnosis, Epidemiology and Management of Diseases of Livestock Not applicable continued
16 Case registration and follow up charges for animals’’ Revolving Fund Scheme, B.H.: 9510-A-19  2002 continued
17 Clinical Studies on Prostatic affections in dogs 2023 2024
18 Establishment of Dept. of Animal Biotechnology at CVSc & A. H., Sardarkrushinagar Continued since establishment of the department continued
19 Establishment and characterization of novel bovine cell lines 2023 Dec 2025
20 Male calves disposal pattern and associated problems in livestock farming 2023 2025
21 FAO-ICAR research project on “Indian Network for fisheries and animal AMR (INFAAR)” 2018 continued
22 Network Program on Antimicrobial Resistance, Superbugs & One Health Veterinary and fisheries node 2022 2024
23 Diagnosis of Infectious diseases of animals Since establishment of Dept. continued
24 Methicillin resistance in coagulase positive and coagulase negative staphylococci from skin affections of cattle and dogs 2023 2024
25 Molecular identification of Campylobacter fetus from cattle, sheep and goat 2023 2024
26 Establishment of Bio-monitoring centre for Animal health hazards caused by environmental pollutants April 2000 Plan continued scheme
27 Fisheries Development through FFDA 2009 Plan scheme continued
28 Patho-molecular investigation of abortion in cattle and buffalo 2023 Dec 2024
29 Etiopathological investigation of equine encephalitis in Gujarat Not Applicable/2023 2025
30 Etiopathological investigation of various samples Departmental diagnostic scheme continued
31 Establishment of Regional Animal Disease Investigation Centre at Sardarkrushinagar Not Applicable /2022 2024
32 Production of polyclonal antisera against Goatpox virus 2023 2024
33 Detection of Neospora caninum in aborted bovine/bubaline dam and fetuses 2022 2024
34 Diagnosis of parasitic disease Continued since establishment of Dept. continued
35 Studies on Diaphragmatic hernia in Mehsani buffaloes 2008, spilled over in 2018 continued
36 Clinical study on traumatic injuries in peacocks (Pavo cristatus) 2022 2024
37 Correlation between infrared thermometer measured body surface temperature and mercury/digital thermometer measured rectal temperature in bubaline 2022 Dec 2024
38 Clinical efficacy of nebulization therapy in caprine pneumonia 2023 2024
39 Strengthening of Veterinary Clinical Complex at Sardarkrushinagar Plan scheme continued
40 Gross and histomorphological studies on the salivary glands of Surti goat 2023 2024
41 Studies on haemato-biochemical alteration in leptospirosis confirmed dogs 2022 2024
42 Effect of rumen protected niacin supplementation on physio-biochemical and milk production parameters in peri-partum Surti Buffaloes 2023 2024
43 Detection of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius (MRSP) in the dogs presented with     pyoderma/ otitis externa/ urinary tract infection 2023 2024
44 Establishment of Regional Animal Disease Diagnosis & Research  Laboratory 2012 continued
45 Development of polymerase spiral reaction assay for the rapid detection of Anaplasma marginale in the bovine 2022 2024
46 Detection and characterization of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacterium in raw milk from dairy animals 2022 2024
47 Evaluation and validation of antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity of medicinal plants used by vanbandhus of South Gujarat June 2012 continued
48 Incidence, diagnosis and management of neoplasms in dogs 2023 2025
49 Doppler echocardiographic studies of dilated cardiomyopathy and mitral valve insufficiency in dogs. 2023 2025
50 Establishment of Veterinary Clinical Research & Experiential Learning Complex 2012 continued
51 Evaluation and validation of antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity of medicinal plants used by vanbandhus of South Gujarat-Plan June 2012 continued
52 Establishment of Regional Animal Disease Diagnosis & Research Laboratory-Plan Scheme 2012 continued
53 Establishment of Veterinary Clinical Research and Experiential Learning Complex-Plan 2012 continued
54 Effect of seasons on histoarchitecture and histochemistry of pancreas of Jaffarabadi buffalo 2022 2025
55 Evaluation of activity of inflammatory cytokines in bovine mastitis 2023 2024
56 Sero-Prevalence of Bovine Tuberculosis in Gujarat State 2023 2024
57 Clinical study on anaesthetic regimens of atropine sulphate and glycopyrrolate with butorphanol as preanaesthetics and tiletemine - zolazepam as induction and maintenance anaesthesia for elective ovariohysterectomy in dogs. 2024 2025
58 Efficacy of Sericin and Selenium nano-particles as additive on freezability and fertility of Gir bull semen 2023 2025
59 Radiographic Morphometry of Stifle Joint in Goats (Capra hircus) 2023 2024
60 Patho-epidemiological study of jaagsiekte sheep retrovirus infection in the sheep and goats population in Gujarat, India 2023 2024
61 Radiographic Evaluation of Cardiac Morphometry in German Shepherd and Labrador Retrievers Dogs 2023 2025
62 Whole genome sequencing and bioinformatic analysis novel camel rumen isolate Actinomyces spp. for identification of fermentative genes Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
63 Characterization of ruminal bacterial diversity in Cross breed HF calves from birth to adulthood using 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing 2024 2025
64 Study of ruminal bacterial diversity in Kankrej cattle from birth to adulthood using 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing 2024 2025
65 Molecular detection of Mycoplasma gallisepticum and Mycoplasma synoviaein Chickens 2024 2025
66 Climate Change Perceptions and Adaptation Strategies among Buffalo Farming in Dahod District, Gujarat 2024 2026
67 Next generation sequencing based detection of AMR genes from sheep and goat samples Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
68 Isolation and identification of microbes from Bovine mastitic milk with special reference to AMR Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
69 Study of the seroprevalence and risk factors associated with Toxoplasma gondii infection in cats in Anand, Gujarat Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
70 To evaluate immunomodulatory and antioxidant activities of Curcuma longa, Ocimum sanctum and Piper nigrum powder alone and in combination in broiler. Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
71 To evaluate growth promoting effect of thyme oil (Thymus vulgaris) in broiler. Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
72 Radiographic and Echocardiographic Diagnosis of Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
73 Studies on Incidence, Grading and Treatment of Periodontal Disease with Dental Scaling Using Ozonated Water in Dogs Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
74 Surgical and Chemotherapeutic Management of Canine Mammary Tumour Using Standalone Adjuvant Doxorubicin HCl and Paclitaxel Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
75 Studies on effect of pre-appointment anxiolytic drugs on behavioural stress in dogs during veterinary visits Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
76 Studies on Gastro-intestinal tract protozoa in Domestic pigeon (Columba liviadomestica) & Black kite (Milvus migrans). Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
77 To Evaluate the Effect of Herbal Formulation and Traditional Plant Extracts Against Tick-Infested Cattle Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
78 Molecular detection of Babesiosis in canine Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
79 Comparative studies on diagnosis of canine allergic dermatitis using in-vitro and in-vivo allergen testing 2024 2025
80 Establishment of three-dimensional (3D) cell culture model for canine tumors. 2024 2026
81 Hematological and molecular detection of hemotropic mycoplasma species in animals. 2024 2026
82 Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites in equine of North Gujarat 2024 2025
83 Effect of sodium salicylate on pharmacokinetics of danofloxacin in poultry Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
84 Effect of thymoquinone on pharmacokinetics of danofloxacin in poultry Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
85 Study on comparative clinical efficacy of Fenbendazole, Pyrantel pamoate, Piperazine and Ivermectin against Ancylostomum caninum in canine Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
86 Morphological and molecular characterization of equine ocular setariasis in horse 2024 2026
87 Pathological and molecular studies on caprine and ovine respiratory mycoplasmosis. 2024 2025
88 Biochemical and cytological evaluation of pleural and peritoneal effusion in dogs. 2024 2025
89 Assessment of salivary electrolytes & salivary fern pattern in Goat during estrous cycle. 2024 2026
90 Gross, Morphology and Histology of Mesenteric Lymph Nodes in Sheep (Ovis aries) Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
91 Sero-molecualr diagnosis of Brucellosis in Goat and Sheep in and around Sabarkantha Jan. 2024 Dec. 2025
92 Detection of haematological abnormalities in peripheral blood of pigeon and its correlation with disease diagnosis 2024 2025
93 Study on Occurrence of Common Disease Conditions in Camel Population of Himmatnagar Taluka, Sabarkantha 2024 Dec. 2026
94 Study on Occurrence of Common Disease Conditions in Goat Population of Himmatnagar Taluka, Sabarkantha 2024 Dec. 2026
Animal Production Group

95

Effect of supplementing senna gardneri on digestibility and methane emission in adult cattle

2023

2024

96

Effect feeding lentil straw on methane mitigation in cross-bred dairy cattle

2023

2024

97

Establishing Genomic Selection Network for Dairy Cattle and Buffalo Breeds in Gujarat

2022

2026

98

Karyotyping and screening breeding bulls for chromosomal abnormalities.

2012

Continue

99

Effect of different floor space allowance on growth and feed efficiency of post weaned Indigenous lambs under intensive rearing system

2022

2024

100

Comparative performance of early weaned crossbred calves reared under different milk feeding regimes

2021

2024

101

Assessment of earthworm species Eisenia foetida and Endrullus engeniae with daylight alteration in vermicompost production

2023

2024

102

Growth performance of crossbred heifers on various combinations of energy and protein in total mixed ration

2022

2024

103

Performance of heifers rearing under different paddy straw feeding regimes

2023

2024

104

Scheme: Development and maintenance of different  population of Poultry

April. 1983 as ICAR adhoc scheme
April, 1989 as plan scheme

NA

105

Scheme: Central Poultry Research Station

1964

NA

106

Poultry Training Centre (B.H. 5255) and Upgrading of Poultry Training Centre                

1964, 1994

NA

107

A.I.C.R.P. on Poultry Breeding (Eggs)

06-07-1977

Ong term project

108

Study of chemical composition of eggs of Ankaleshwar, Kadaknath, Anand Bantamized White Leghorn (ABWLH), native chicken of North Gujarat (Proposed as “Aravali”) and free range chicken (field condition)

2023

2024

109

Comparative study of haemato-biochemical parameters in Ankaleshwar, Aseel, Kadaknath and native chicken of North Gujarat (Proposed as “Aravali”) during summer and winter season

2023

2024

110

Efficiency of different estrus synchronization protocols in Surti goats

2023

2024

111

Study on hormonal and biochemical profile of urine for early pregnancy diagnosis in Surti buffaloes

2023

2024

112

Optimization of age at puberty in weaned Surti buffalo female calves by feeding different levels   of protein

2023

2024

113

Reproductive Biology Research Unit
GAU Non-Plan Scheme, B.H.5311

1962

Non Plan Scheme, continued

114

Mahila Pashupalan Talim Yojna
BH:KU: 060505033 old-18284 (Other Agency)

2006

continued

115

Surti Buffalo Breeders' Association (SBBA) 

2015

continued

116

Establishment of Sub Department of Avian Production

2008

Plan scheme continued

117

Relationship between Udder and Leg Hygiene Scores and Subclinical Mastitis

2021

2023

118

Effect of probiotic supplementation on growth the performance of broiler rabbits

2019

Dropped/NA

119

Efficacy of Jamun (Syzygium cumini) leaves powder as a feed additive for broiler chickens

2023

2024

120

Utilization of goat milk for preparation of value added indigenous milk         products

2006

NA

121

Chemical Composition and In Vitro Estimation of Mushroom Cultivated Agroindustrial Byproducts

2023-24

2024-25

122

Evaluation of value-added chicken egg balls incorporated with different levels of finger millet flour.

2021

2024

123

Establishment of an elite herd of Surti buffaloes and demonstration unit for Gir cows at Navsari

1986

Plan Project Continued

124

Conservation of Surti Buffaloes and Rearing of Calves

1990-91

Continued

125

Effect of parity and stage of lactation on milk somatic cell count in Gir Cow

2023

2024

126

Studies on nutritive value of Super Napier Grass-Pakchong-I in growing Gir bulls

2023

2023-24

127

Effect of Supplementing Rumen Protected Niacin (RPN) on Production Performance and Postpartum Fertility in Periparturient Gir Cows

2023

2025

128

Efficacy of deep learning meta-architecture for identification of Gir cattle

May 2020

2024

129

Survey on camel husbandry practices by camel cart owners in Sabarkantha District

2022

Dec. 2024

130

Study of nutritional management practices in organized dairy farms of Sabarkantha District

2022

Dec. 2024

131

Methane mitigation in cattle by incorporation of sea weeds drift in total mix ration. dietary internation

Jan. 2024

Dec. 2024

132

Effect of replacing wheat straw with udid straw in TMR on nutrient digestibility and rumen fermentation in adult cattle

2022-23

2024

133

Early post-hatch feeding effect on performance of commercial broiler chicken

Jan. 2024

Dec. 2024

134

Early feeding regimens containing synbiotics on performance of commercial broiler

2024

2025

135

SNPs identification in ESR1, ESR2, ESRRG and ESRP2 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken

Jan. 2024

Dec. 2024

136

Standardization and evaluation of chicken cutlets prepared with Soyabean flour

Jan. 2024

Dec. 2024

137

Influence of free and rumen-protected lysine and methionine on growth performance of crossbred heifer calves (+6 month of age)

2024

2025

138

Reproductive performance of crossbred heifers as influenced by the body weight at time of breeding

2024

2025

139

Effect of plumage colour and pattern on production performance of “Aravali” breed of chicken

Jan. 2024

Dec. 2024

140

Establishment of association between plumage colour and growth performance in “Aravali” breed of chicken

Jan. 2024

Dec. 2024

141

Comparative study on different concentrations of Intravaginal Progesterone Sponge to synchronize estrus in Surti does.

2024

2025

142

Effect of Fennel (Foeniculum Vulgare Mill.) seed powder as a feed additive on growth performance of commercial broilers in summer season

Jan. 2024

Dec. 2024

143

Transcriptome profiling from circulating PBMCs of pregnant Surti buffaloes

2024

2026

144

Effect of different monochromatic LED lighting schedule on the performance, behavior and welfare of broiler chickens

2024

2025

145

Comparative Assessment of Indigenous and Exotic Livestock species Dung for Vermicomposting Efficiency.

2024

2025

146

Multiple regression analysis for prediction of bodyweight from growth related traits in Surti goats

2024

2025

147

SNP study in genes related to knuckled fetlock in Gir cattle

2024

2025

148

Effects of Eucalyptus (Eucalyptusglobulus) Leaf Meal on Production Performance and       Egg Characteristics in Ankleshwar Chickens

2024

2026

149

Effect of Bedding Materials on Performance and Welfare in Ankleshwar chickens

2024

2026

150

Association of Body Weight and Biometry with Egg Quality and Production Performance in Ankleshwar chickens

2024

2026

151

Study on knowledge and adoption of dairy farmers on sexed semen technology in Amreli district

2024

2025

152

Training Needs Perceived by Women Dairy Farmers Regarding Dairy and Animal Husbandry Practices

2024

2025

   A2. Completed Research Projects:
1 Dynamics of vaginal metabiota during estrous cycle and its association with reproductive hormones in Bubalus bubalis. 2017 2018/2019
2 Epidemiological surveillance of important diseases of cattle and buffaloes in milk shed area of Sabarkantha district 2015 2016
3 Studies of Animal Husbandry practices in dairy animals of Sabarkantha district in relation to women empowerment. 2015 2016
4 Evaluate electronic cow-side test for diagnosis of Subclinical Ketosis in Bovines. 2019 2020
5 Expression of selected biomarker candidate genes to confer in vitro maturation of oocytes in Indian buffaloes. 2021 2022
6 Comparative morphological study of hairs of different animals.  2019 2022
7 Gross, Morphology and Histology of Mesenteric Lymph Nodes in Goat (Capra hircus) 2022 2023
8 PCR-RFLP based validation of SNPs of GnRH-II, VIPR-I, GHR, OCX- 32 genes and their association with egg production and egg weight in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn Chicken and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken. 2022 2023
9 Knowledge and adoption of dairy farmers to control bovine ecto- parasites   in Anand and Kheda districts 2022 2023
10 Isolation, identification and antibiogram of cloacal microflora from captive zoo birds of Shri Sayaji Baug zoo, Vadodara 2022 2023
11 Antimicrobial resistance genes profiling of Escherichia coli isolates for colistin resistance and integrons 2022 2023
12 Whole genome sequencing and genome mining of Escherichia coli isolates for AMR genes 2022 2023
13 To study the seasonal prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites of captive deer and antelope at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, Vadodara 2022 2023
14 Evaluation of the antimicrobial potential of ZnO nanoparticles 2022 2023
15 Determination of Prevalence of Vibrio spp. in fish and their environment 2022 2023
16 To evaluate immunomodulatory activity of cinnamon oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in broiler 2022 2023
17 To evaluate growth promoting effects of clove oil (Syzygium aromaticum) in broiler 2022 2023
18 Therapeutic management of transmissible venereal tumour in dogs 2022 2023
19 Applicability of Conventional, CASA and Flow Cytometry Based In Vitro Sperm Function Assays in Predicting Field Fertility of Cryopreserved Bovine Semen 2022 2023
20 Surgical management of canine mammary neoplasia along with adjuvant Doxorubicin chemotherapy 2022 2023
21 Clinical studies on surgical anaesthesia using Glycopyrrolate-Dexmedetomidine- Butorphanol for premedication with Tiletamine-Zolazepam induction and Isoflurane maintenance in dogs and cats 2022 2023
22 Comparative Efficacy of Herbal Formulation on Clinical Mastitis in Goats 2022 2023
23 Studies on ear mites in cats and its therapeutic management 2022 2023
24 Green biosynthesis of gold nanoparticles using plant leaf extract (olive, aloe vera) and its antimicrobial activity 2019-2022 2023
25 Molecular detection and characterization of Infectious Bursal Disease Virus (IBDV) from bursa 2020 2023
26 Molecular and serological diagnosis of Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis in bovines 2019 2023
27 Surveillance of COVID-19 in non-human host 2021 2023
28 Immunohistochemical expression of proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) in squamous epithelial neoplasms of animals and its correlation with histopathological classification and grading 2020 2023
29 Acute and subacute oral toxicity study of Marchadi (Catharanthus pusillus) extract in Wistar rats 2020 2023
30 Serum Amyloid A concentration in various clinical condition of horses  2021 2023
31 Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites in ruminants and small ruminants of Banaskantha district 2021 2023
32 Molecular characterization of carbapenem resistance in members of the family Enterobacteriaceae from bovine milk samples 2021 2023
33 Disposition kinetics of marbofloxacin in broiler birds alone and along with organic acids 2022 2023
34 Insilico screening of phytomolecules against bovine rotavirus 2022 2023
35 Wound healing effect of polyherbal extracts in rat 2021 2023
36 Study of blood flow parameters of middle uterine artery in uterine torsion affected cows and buffaloes 2021 2023
37 Clinical management of diaphyseal long bone fracture in bovine 2019 2023
38 Molecular detection of Theileriosis in small ruminants 2021 2023
39 To study the efficacy of herbal preparations of Ficus religiosa, Punica granatum and Aloe vera in canine skin disorders 2019 2023
40 Gross and histomorphological observation of orbital glands in fowl 2022 2023
41 Therapeutic efficacy of intermittent haemodialysis (IHD) in renal disorders in dogs 2021 2023
42 Postnatal gross anatomical and histomorphological studies on the heart of goat 2021 2023
43 Study on antibiogram pattern of bacterial organisms associated with pyoderma infection in dogs 2021 2023
44 Evaluation of in vitro antibacterial effect of Linalool combined with Enrofloxacin, Gentamicin and Ceftriaxone 2020 2023
45 In vitro antibacterial effect of Catechin combined with Enrofloxacin, Gentamicin and Ceftriaxone 2020 2023
46 To study electrocardiographic and echocardiograhic features of cardiac diseases in dogs of south Gujarat. 2021 2023
47 Standardization of dried blood spot (DBS) for differential leukocyte count (DLC) in Surti buffaloes 2022 2023
48 Standardization and application of CO2 Laser as alternative technique for surgery of tumours in dogs 2022 2023
49 Standardization and Application of Infrared Thermography in Musculoskeletal Disorders of Horses and Dogs 2022 2023
50 Prevalence of Diseases of Animals & Birds at Veterinary Hospital of Kamdhenu University  2019 2023
51

Etiodiagnosis of Bacterial Mastitis in Milch Animals of Himmatnagar Taluka, Gujarat 

2021

2023

52

Growth performance of post weaned Kankrej calves on direct- fed microbials based ration

Feb, 2022

May 2022/2023

53

In vitro evaluation of babul pods and soap nut (Sapindus mukorossi) on methane emission

2022

2023

54

SNPs identification in GHR, IGF-I, OCX-32 and GDF9 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken

2020

2023

55

Supplementation of Moringa oleifera as concentrate source on growth performance of Surti kids

2022

2023

56

Standardization and evaluation of chicken cutlets prepared with moringa oleifera flowers

2022

2023

57

Growth performance of crossbred heifers on high plane of nutrition

2022

2023

58

Effects of varying levels of dietary energy and crude protein on juvenile growth performance and economics of rearing Ankaleshwar chicken

2022

2023

59

Studies on Comparative urine endocrine profile of different breeds of Cattle and Buffaloes  

2022

2023

60

Development of environment friendly feeding regimes for dairy cattle to mitigate methane emission and enhance productivity

2022

2023

61

Effect of forage replacement with corn Silage feeding on growth performance of Surti goat

2022

2023

62

Relative gene expression of Interferon tau stimulated genes in Jaffarabadi Buffalo

May 2020

May 2022/2023

63

Genetic variation of Prolactin promotor & receptor genes in Gir Cattle

May 2020

May 2022/2023

64

Study of growth and lactation performance traits of Gir cattle and Jaffarabadi buffalo at B.M.F., KU, Amreli

2019-20

2023

65

Study of existing barn and animal hygiene practices and their relations with mammary and hoof affections in milch cows and buffaloes in Sabarkantha district

2021

2023

 

Year 2024
Animal Health Group

 

 

66

Whole genome sequencing of Salmonella Enteritidis isolates for analysis of virulence-associated genes and antimicrobial resistance genes

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

67

Unraveling the Genome Architecture of Clostridium butyricum isolated from camel rumen using Next-Generation Sequencing and Bioinformatics Approach.

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

68

Surveillance of Lumpy skin disease virus in the cattle

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

69

Isolation and genotyping of Avianorthoavulavirus1 using next       generation sequencing

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

70

Enumeration and comparison of total viable bacterial count from bovine dung

2022

Dec. 2023

71

Isolation, identification and characterization of multiple drug resistant organisms from human, animal and environment interphase.

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

72

Studying the role of essential oil nano emulsions in shelf-life extension of raw market meat

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

73

To evaluate growth promoting effects of cinnamon oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in broiler

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

74

Determination of in vitro antibacterial activity and minimum inhibitory concentration of thyme oil (Thymus vulgaris)

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

75

Peripartum nutritional management and postpartum fertility in Gir cows

2022

2023

76

Evaluation of the Cryoprotective Effect of Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) Supplementation in TYFG Extender for BuffaloBull Semen

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

77

Standardization of Cardiac Indices Using Echocardiography and Cardiothoracic radiography in Dogs

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

78

Comparative Studies on Propofol, Ketofol, and Zolefol as Induction agents in Atropine-Xylazine-Butorphanol Premedicated with Isofluraneand Sevoflurane as Maintenance Anaesthetic agent in Dogs

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

79

Studies on prevalence and management of lameness in horses

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

80

To study efficacy of anthelmintics against gastrointestinal parasites of birds kept at Sri SayajiBaug Zoo, Vadodara

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

81

Lymphocyte proliferation assay and Phagocytic activity in dystocia and endometritic bovines

March 2021

Dec. 2023

82

Antibacterial, antioxidant and cytotoxicity effect of nano selenium in vitro

2021

Dec. 2023

83

Detection and molecular characterization of Newcastle disease virus (NDV) from poultry

2022

Dec. 2023

84

Pre Clinical studies on oncolytic effects of Newcastle Disease Virus (NDV)

2022

Dec. 2023

85

Evaluation of resistance in ticks against synthetic pyrethroid compounds by esterase enzyme assay

April 2021

Dec. 2023

86

Expression of PGP by curcumin and its effects on pharmacokinetics of marbofloxacin in broilers

2022-23

Dec. 2023

87

Integration of PK – PD relationship of danofloxacin in poultry

March 23

Dec. 2023

88

Predictive prognostic value of certain blood biochemical indices in referred bovine dystocia

2021

Dec. 2023

89

Seasonal influence on Anti Mullarian Hormone (AMH) in equine during different reproductive status

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

90

Melatonin expression patterns during breeding and non-breeding season in short day and long day breeders

March 2022

Dec. 2023

91

Knowledge of dairy farmers about zoonotic diseases in South Gujarat

2021

2024

92

Perception of peri-urban dairy farmers about climate change and adaptation strategies.

2021

2024

93

Serodiagnosis of Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) in goats from south Gujarat

2021

2024

94

Clinical evaluation on ketamine-midazolam-butorphanol and tiletamine-zolazepam-butorphanol combination as induction and isoflurane as maintenance anaesthetic agents in cats

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

95

Determination of acute and chronic renal disease using ultrasonographic evaluation of renal cortical thickness to aorta diameter ratio in dogs

Jan. 2023

Dec. 2023

96

Ultrasonographic assessment of abdominal affections in dogs

2022

2023

97

Evaluation of histopathological changes in adult zebrafish following exposure to Bisphenol-A

2023

2024

98

Evaluation of histopathological changes in gills, intestine and kidney of adult zebrafish following exposure to tributyltin

2023

2024

99

Evaluation of in vitro antibacterial activity of different extracts of Cassia absus L. seed powder

2023

2024

100

In vitro and in vivo evaluation of acaricidal effect of polyherbal oil mixture

2022

2024

101

Studies on salivary fern pattern during estrous cycle in Gir cow and Jaffrabadi buffalo

2022

2023

102

Metformin toxicity on the intestine and gills of adult zebrafish (Danio rerio)

2023

2024

103

Effect of FMD vaccination on production and reproduction in the cows and buffaloes

2020

2024

104

Preliminary Investigation on Physio-biochemical Changes associated with Hyperketonemia in Freshly-calved Dairy Cattle

2022

2024

  Year 2024
Animal Production
   
105 Dietary Interventions to Enhance Performance of Growing Crossbred Heifers March 2022 Dec. 2023
106 Effect of direct-fed microbial and solid-state fermented biomass on digestibility and rumen fermentation in adult Surti buffaloes Jan.2023 Dec. 2023
107 Effect of dietary supplementation of soapnut on digestibility and rumen fermentation in cattle March 2023 Dec. 2023
108 Effect of direct fed microbials on nutrient digestibility and rumen parameters in adult sheep Jan.2023 March 2023
109 Effect of Different Feeding Systems on Performance of Lactating Crossbred Cows 2022 2024
110 Study of nutritional status of dairy animals of Anand district 2022 2023
111 Effect of coconut coir on digestibility, rumen fermentation and rumen microbes in Goat Jan.2023 Dec. 2023
112 SNPs identification in MTNR1A, MC4R, VLDLR, PRLR and DRD1 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken Jan.2023 Dec. 2023
113 Effect of flushing ration on productive and reproductive performance of Surti goats under intensive system of rearing Jan.2023 Dec. 2023
114 Standardization and evaluation of chicken cutlets prepared with Versha dodi / Jivanti (Telosma pallida) flowers Jan.2023 Dec. 2023
115 Performance of preweaned crossbred calve (HF X K) on protein base       replacement of calf starter with Moringa oleifera leaves (MOL) July 2022 Feb. 2023
116 Growth Performance of Crossbred Heifer Calves Fed Rumen Protected Lysine and Methionine Dec 2022 April 2023
117 Performance of post-weaned crossbred calves fed roughage chaffed at different lengths under different feeding methods Dec 2022 April 2023
118 Performance of Feeding Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles (DDGS) on Milk Production of Crossbred Cows March 2022 June 2023
119 Impact of egg weight on fertility and hatchability in native chicken of North Gujarat (Proposed as “Aravali”) Jan 2023 Dec 2023
120 Comparative study of buck effect and hormonal protocol for synchronization of estrus in Surti goats 2022 2023
121 Effect of Peripartum Antioxidants Supplementation on Reproductive Efficiency of Surti Goats Sep. 2021 Feb. 2023
122 Effects of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) seed powder supplementation on growth performance, haemato-biochemical profile and faecal characteristics in Mehsana kids Jan. 2021 2023
123 Effects of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) seed powder supplementation on growth performance, haemato-biochemical profile and faecal characteristics in Kankrej calves Jan. 2021 2023
124 Influence of service period on ranking of Mehsana buffalo bulls based on first lactation milk yield 2022 2023
125 Study on A1/A2 β casein protein gene variants of Gir and Crossbred     cattle using PCR-RFLP 2022 2024
126 Adoption of scientific practices by the dairy farmers of Junagadh district 2019-20 2023
127 Influence of non-genetic factors on occurrence of mastitis in the sheep flocks of Himmatnagar Taluka 2022 2023
A3. Recommendations:
1 Dynamics of vaginal metabiota during estrous cycle and its association with reproductive hormones in Bubalus bubalis. 2017 2018/2019
2 Evaluate electronic cow-side test for diagnosis of Subclinical Ketosis in Bovines. 2019 2020
3 Expression of selected biomarker candidate genes to confer in vitro maturation of oocytes in Indian buffaloes. 2021 2022
4 Studies on ear mites in cats and its therapeutic management 2022 2023
5 To study electrocardiographic and echocardiograhic features of cardiac diseases in dogs of south Gujarat 2021 2023
6 Development of environment friendly feeding regimes for dairy cattle to mitigate methane emission and enhance productivity-farmers Recommendation 2022 2023
7 Effects of varying levels of dietary energy and crude protein on juvenile growth performance and economics of rearing “Ankaleshwar” chicken 2022 2023
8 To evaluate immunomodulatory activity of cinnamon oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in broiler 2022 2023
9 To evaluate growth promoting effects of clove oil (Syzygium aromaticum) in broiler 2022 2023
10 Applicability of Conventional, CASA and Flow Cytometry Based In Vitro Sperm Function Assays in Predicting Field Fertility of Cryopreserved Bovine Semen 2022 2023
11 Surgical management of canine mammary neoplasia along with adjuvant Doxorubicin chemotherapy 2022 2023
12 Surveillance of COVID-19 in non-human host 2021 2023
13 To study the efficacy of herbal preparations of Ficus religiosa, Punica granatum and Aloe vera in canine skin disorders 2019 2023
14 Postnatal gross anatomical and histomorphological studies on the heart of goat (Capra hircus) 2021 2023
15 Study on antibiogram pattern of bacterial organisms associated with pyoderma infection in dogs 2021 2023
16 Evaluation of in vitro antibacterial effect of Linalool combined with Enrofloxacin, Gentamicin and Ceftriaxone 2020 2023
17 In vitro antibacterial effect of Catechin combined with Enrofloxacin, Gentamicin and Ceftriaxone 2020 2023
18 To study electrocardiographic and echocardiographic features of cardiac diseases in dogs of south Gujarat 2021 2023
19 Standardization and Application of Infrared Thermography in Musculo- skeletal Disorders of Horses and Dogs 2020 2023
20 Growth performance of post weaned Kankrej calves on direct-fed microbials based ration Feb 2022 May 2022/2023
21 Development of environment friendly feeding regimes for dairy cattle to mitigate methane emission and enhance productivity- Scientific Recommendation 2022 2023
22 (a) SNPs identification in GHR, IGF-I, OCX-32 and GDF9 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken 2020 2023
23 (b) SNPs identification in GHR, IGF-I, OCX-32 and GDF9 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken 2020 2023
24 Growth performance of crossbred heifers on high plane of nutrition 2021 2023
25 Relative gene expression of Interferon tau stimulated genes in Jaffarabadi Buffalo May 2020 May 2022/2023
26 Genetic variation of Prolactin promotor & receptor genes in Gir Cattle May 2020 May 2022/2023
27 Study of growth and lactation performance traits of Gir cattle and Jaffarabadi buffalo at B.M.F., JAU, Amreli 2019-20 2023
Year 2024
Animal Health Group
Scientific Recommendations
28 Isolation and genotyping of Avianorthoavulavirus1 using next generation sequencing Jan. 2023 Dec. 2023
29 Studying the role of essential oil nano emulsions in shelf-life extension of raw market meat Jan. 2023 Dec. 2023
30 To evaluate growth promoting effects of cinnamon oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in broiler Jan. 2023 Dec. 2023
31 Standardization of Cardiac Indices Using Echocardiography and Thoracic radiography in Dogs Jan. 2023 Dec. 2023
32 Comparative Studies on Propofol, Ketofol, and Zolefol as Induction agents in Atropine-Xylazine-Butorphanol Premedicated with Isofluraneand Sevoflurane as Maintenance Anaesthetic agent in Dogs Jan. 2023 Dec. 2023
33 Melatonin expression patterns during breeding and non-breeding season in short day and long day breeders March 2022 Dec. 2023
34 Clinical evaluation on ketamine-midazolam-butorphanol and tiletamine-zolazepam-butorphanol combination as induction and isoflurane as maintenance anaesthetic agents in cats 2023 2024
35 Determination of acute and chronic renal disease using ultrasonographic evaluation of renal cortical thickness to aorta diameter ratio in dogs Jan.2023 Dec. 2023
36 Ultrasonographic assessment of abdominal affections in dogs 2022 2023
37 Evaluation of histopathological changes in adult zebrafish following exposure to Bisphenol-A 2023 2024
38 Evaluation of histopathological changes in gills, intestine and kidney of adult zebrafish following exposure to tributyltin 2023 2024
39 Evaluation of in vitro antibacterial activity of different extracts of Cassia absus L. seed powder 2023 2024
40 In vitro and in vivo evaluation of acaricidal effect of polyherbal oil mixture 2022 2024
41 Studies on salivary fern pattern during estrous cycle in Gir cow and Jaffrabadi buffalo 2022 2023
Farmers Recommendation
42 Studies on prevalence and management of lameness in horses Jan.2023 Dec. 2023
43 Studies on salivary fern pattern during estrous cycle in Gir cow and Jaffrabadi buffalo 2022 2023
Animal Production Group
Scientific Recommendation
44 Dietary Interventions to Enhance Performance of Growing Crossbred Heifers March 2022 Dec. 2023
45 Effect of direct-fed microbial and solid-state fermented biomass on digestibility and rumen fermentation in adult Surti buffaloes Jan.2023 Dec. 2023
46 Effect of dietary supplementation of soapnut on digestibility and rumen fermentation in cattle March 2023 Dec. 2023
47 SNPs identification in MTNR1A, MC4R, VLDLR, PRLR and DRD1 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken Jan.2023 Dec. 2023
48 Performance of preweaned crossbred calve (HF X K) on protein base       replacement of calf starter with Moringa oleifera leaves (MOL) July 2022 Feb. 2023
49 Growth Performance of Crossbred Heifer Calves Fed Rumen Protected Lysine and Methionine Dec 2022 April 2023
50 Performance of Feeding Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles (DDGS) on Milk Production of Crossbred Cows March 2022 June 2023
51 Effect of Peripartum Antioxidants Supplementation on Reproductive Efficiency of Surti Goats Sep. 2021 Feb. 2023
52 Influence of service period on ranking of Mehsana buffalo bulls based on first lactation milk yield 2022 2023
Farmers Recommendation
53 Dietary Interventions to Enhance Performance of Growing Crossbred Heifers March 2022 Dec. 2023
54 Performance of preweaned crossbred calve (HF X K) on protein base replacement of calf starter with Moringa oleifera leaves (MOL) July 2022 Feb. 2023
55 Growth Performance of Crossbred Heifer Calves Fed Rumen Protected Lysine and Methionine Dec 2022 April 2023
56 Performance of Feeding Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles (DDGS) on Milk Production of Crossbred Cows March 2022 June 2023
57 Impact of egg weight on fertility and hatchability in native chicken of North Gujarat Jan 2023 Dec 2023
B. Dairy Faculty
B1. On-going Research Projects:
1 Technology for manufacture of Paneer incorporated with lime rinds 2022 2025
2 Technological means to manufacture chhana based cake using ghee residue and WPC 2023 2025
3 Technology of kalakand utilizing Amla Powder and its shelf-life studies 2023 2025
4 Evaluation of oxidative stability of ghee incorporated with non-conventional plant sources 2023 2024
5 Development of dye based qualitative test for detection of rancid ghee in fresh ghee 2023 2025
6 Study of phase change materials’ properties in cooling application 2023 2026
7 Study of rheological properties of ice cream mix 2023 2024
8 Development and standardization of scale to measure attitude of dairy farmers towards value addition in milk 2023 2025
9 Development and standardization of scale to measure attitude of farmers towards mobile extension 2023 2025
10 Development and standardization of scale to measure attitude of dairy farmers towards management of parasites 2023 2025
11 Development of whey based ginger-honey-lime drink 2023 Dec. 2024
12 Development of synbiotic milk pudding using co-encapsulated probiotic culture and L-ascorbic acid 2023 Dec. 2024
13 Development of Fluorescence spectroscopy based method to detect cotton seed  oil in Ghee. 2023 2025
14 Study of Moisture Sorption Isotherms characteristics of Amrakhand and Greek Yogurt 2023 Dec. 2024
15 Development of Technology for Manufacture of Jamun Ice Cream 2018 2025
16 Development of whey based beverages using Guava juice 2020 2025
17 Development of whey based candy using Guava juice 2020 2025
18 Development of probiotic yogurt from goat milk supplemented with Karonda (Carissa carandas). 2017 2025
19 Development of technology for stevia based low calorie carbonated whey beverage    
20 Application of Saccharomyces boulardii as adjunct culture in Mozzarella cheese 2024 2025
21 Development of Gulabjamun using Little Millet (Moriyo) 2024 2025
22 Production and characterization of Anti-hypertensive and Anti-diabetic peptides from fermented Sheep milk 2024 2025
23 Development of fermented camel milk beverage Jan. 2024 Dec. 2024
24 Quality evaluation of cake prepared using Cheddar cheese whey and moringa pod powder  2024 2025
25 Effect of incorporation of black pepper on biofunctional properties and shelf life of Greek yoghurt 2024 2025
26 Development of Continuous Ohmic Heating System for Milk 2024 2026
27 Performance evaluation of grid connected solar PV system 2024 2025
28 Development and standardization of a test to measure knowledge level of dairy farmers about parasites of bovine animals 2024 2025
29 Utilization of goat-sheep milk blend for the manufacture of dahi 2024 2026
30 Nanoencapsulation of Catechins through electrospraying and in-vitro studies for its antioxidant potential 2024 2027
31 Assessment of antioxidant potential of flavoured milk incorporated with roasted fenugreek seed powder (RFSP) 2024 2026
32 Utilization of Goat milk whey for preparation of Ice Candy 2024 2026
B2. Completed Research Projects:
1 Detection of oil adulteration in milk by chromatographic methods in-tandem with chromogenic methods. 2017 2019
2 Development of low calorie fibre enriched milk-beetroot based Burfi. 2016 2019
3 Process optimization of milk based peanut Thabdi. 2017 2020
4 Quality assessment of market samples of Paneer sold in Amreli District. 2019 2021/2020
5 Study on process standardization and optimization of reduced sugar fennel based lassi. 2019 2021
6 Nanotechnology based dipstick for the instant detection of milk adulterants. 2016-17 2020-21
7 Identification of “signature sequence” associated with raw milk quality and safety of dairy products: A metagenomics approach. 2018-19 2021-22
8 Development of carrot juice based reduced sugar milk drink. 2019 2022
9 Physico-chemical and sensory characteristics of market samples of Peda sold in Saurashtra region of Gujarat State. 2019 2021
10 Study of novel preservatives alternative to formalin. 2020 2022
11 Characterization of ghee prepared from sheep milk and evaluation of its shelf life during storage. 2020 2022
12 Prevailing Crossbred Calf Mortality & its Pattern in Operational Area of Dairy Vigyan Kendra, Vejalpur 2022 2023
13 Evaluation of techno-functional attributes of Weissella strains isolated from traditional fermented foods and human faecal matter 2022 2023
14 Financial statement analysis of Maahi milk producer company 2022 2023
15 Production and Characterization of Anti-diabetic and ACE inhibitory peptides from fermented camel milk 2022 2024
16 Evaluation of the anticancer effect of fermented milk postbiotic against colon cancer cell line 2023 2024
17 Evaluation of antianemic activity of fermented cactus pear fruit (Opuntia elatior Mill.) beverage in laboratory animal model Jan. 2023 Dec. 2023
18 Development of MOOC on Dairy Farming Techniques 2022 2024
19 Technological means to produce value-added ‘Bhapa dahi’  2022 2024
20 Quantification of selected preservatives in milk using existing qualitative tests 2022 2024
21 Evaluation of Moringa oleifera pod powder as natural antioxidant in ghee 2022 2024
22 Evaluation of physico-chemical characteristics and biofunctional properties of whey and fruit based probiotic frozen candy 2022 2024
23 Development and Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Integrated Milk Cooling System 2021 2023
B3. Recommendations:
1 Detection of oil adulteration in milk by chromatographic methods in-tandem with chromogenic method. 2017 2019
2 Process optimization of milk based peanut Thabdi. 2017 2020
3 Study on process standardization and optimization of reduced sugar fennel based lassi. 2019 2021
4 Study of novel preservatives alternative to Formalin.  2020 2022
5 Characterization of ghee prepared from sheep milk and evaluation of its shelf life during storage. 2020 2022
6 Development of carrot juice based reduced sugar milk drink. 2019 2022
7 Identification of “signature sequence” associated with raw milk quality and safety of dairy products: A metagenomics approach. 2021-22 2021-22
8 Evaluation of techno-functional attributes of Weissella strains isolated from traditional fermented foods and human faecal matter 2022 2023
Year 2024
Recommendations for Scientific Community
9 Production and Characterization of Anti-diabetic and ACE inhibitory peptides from fermented camel milk 2022 2024
10 Evaluation of the anticancer effect of fermented milk postbiotic against colon cancer cell line 2023 2024
11 Evaluation of antianemic activity of fermented cactus pear fruit (Opuntia elatior Mill.) beverage in laboratory animal model Jan. 2023 Dec. 2023
12 Development of MOOC on Dairy Farming Techniques 2022 2024
Recommendations for Farmers Community
13 Technological means to produce value-added ‘Bhapa dahi’  2022 2024
14 Quantification of selected preservatives in milk using existing qualitative tests 2022 2024
15 Evaluation of Moringa oleifera pod powder as natural antioxidant in ghee 2022 2024
16 Evaluation of physico-chemical characteristics and biofunctional properties of whey and fruit based probiotic frozen candy 2022 2024
17 Development and Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Integrated Milk Cooling System 2021 2023
18 Development of MOOC on Dairy Farming Techniques 2022 2024
C. Fisheries Faculty
C1. On-going Research Projects:
1 Biochemical characterization, antioxidant potential and phycocolloid content of seaweeds available on Saurashtra coast 2022 2024
2 Impact of herbs Shatavari and Ashwagandha on growth performance of  freshwater fish Cirrhinus mrigala 2022 2024-25
3 Reproductive biology of the Malabar grouper (Epinephelus malabaricus) landed at fishing harbour, Veraval, Gujarat 2022 2024
4 Seaweed Diversity and their associations with gastropods along the intertidal coast of Loej, Gujarat 2022 2025
5 Marine fish catch composition of motorised gill netters off Porbandar coast, Gujarat 2022 2025
6 Effect of chitosan, gelatin and chitosan-gelatin based coating blended with clove essential oil on the quality attributes of peeled shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) stored under refrigerated condition 2022 2024
7 Effect of active and vacuum packaging on the quality of dried white fish (Lactarius lactarius) during storage period 2022-23 2024-25
8 Assessment of phytoplankton diversity of Hiran-2 reservoir, Gujarat 2022 2024-25
9 Effect of replacing fish meal with black soldier fly larvae meal on growth and nutrient utilization parameters of Oreochromis niloticus fingerlings 2023 2024
10 Withdrawal period evaluation of Oxolinic acid (OA) in feed administration for Cirrhinus mrigala advance fingerlings 2023 2024
11 Effect of black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) as a feed ingredient in the formulated diets substituting groundnut oil cake (GNOC) at varying percentages in growth performance of Labeo rohita 2023 2025
12 Genotoxicity assessment of selected antiparasitic drugs in Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) 2023 2025
13 Evaluation of genotoxicity  potential of water and sediment collected from Hathmati river at Rajpur site during the different seasons using Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) 2023 2025
14 Genetic characterization and nutritional profiling of few indigenous fishes in district Tapi region 2022 2026
15 Mapping of endo- and ectoparasites in some freshwater fishes along reservoirs of Sabarkantha District, Gujarat. 2019 2025
16 Status of fish disease and health management practices in rural freshwater aquaculture of Tapi District of Gujarat. 2021 2025
17 Survey study on socio-economic status of fish farmers and fishermen of Tapi District, Gujarat 2021 2025
18 Phytochemical analysis and antibacterial activity of selected red seaweeds against pathogenic bacteria of shrimp and fish farming 2022-23 2024
19 Seed production of mud crab Scylla serrata in hatchery 2017-18 2024
20 Effects of gamma irradiation on the quality of sun-dried Bombay duck (Harpodon nehereus) 2021-22 2024
21 Influence of Pre-drying Treatments on Quality of sun dried Ribbon fish (Lepturacanthus savala, Cuvier, 1829) 2023 2025
22 Study on effects of partial replacement of fishmeal with silkworm (Bombyx mori) pupae meal on growth, survival and disease resistance of Labeo rohita fry 2020 2025
23 Breeding and Culture of Pearl oyster (Pinctada fucata) 2009/2022 2030
24 Evaluation of heavy metals and minerals composition in seaweed along Sikka coast 2021-22 2025
25 Diversity and distribution of Cypraeoidea fauna in Gulf of Kachchh 2021-22 2024
26 Establishment of pearl oyster hatchery at Sikka (BH 0116070118) 2009 2030
27 Analysis of Trace Metals in Important Crustaceans Collected from the sea adjunction to Port of Pipava and Alang Ship breaking yard coast March 2023 Dec. 2026
28 Qualitative analysis of plankton in freshwater pond of Dhoripat area of Mahuva 2023 Dec. 2025
29 Evaluation of dietary supplementation of different level of Kappaphycus alvarezii sap on growth, survival and immune response in Metapenaeus kutchensis juvenile shrimp 2023 Dec. 2026
30 Target animal bio-safety evaluation of Oxolinic acid (OA) in feed  administration to Cirrhinus mrigala advance fingerlings Jan.- 2024 Dec. -2024
31 Effect of cultivation methods for seed stock maintenance of Kappaphycus alvarezii (Doty) during monsoon season 2024 2026
32 Study on seaweed biodiversity at intertidal zone of Okha and Beyt Dwarka 2024 2026
33 Growth and biometric relationship of the pearl oyster, Pinctada fucata (Gould, 1850) under onshore rearing system 2024 2026
34 Diversity and distribution of Stomatopoda fauna along Gulf of Kachchh, Gujarat 2024 2026
C2. Completed Research Projects:
1 Complete nutritional profiling of few locally available ingredients to design economically viable aqua feeds. 2016 2021
2 Comparative study of integrated farming of Indian major carps with mussel (Lamellidens marginalis) and Indian major carps. 2016 2021
3 A pilot project on the feasibility of inland saline aquaculture at Bhamsara. 2019 2021
4 Evaluate the production potential of Asian seabass (Latescalcarifer) and Ladyfish (Sillagosihama) in plastic lined pond (Filler trial) 2021 2023
5 Target animal bio-safety evaluation of Florfenicol (FFC) in feed administration to Cirrhinus mrigala advance fingerlings 2021 2023
6 Effect of pH and temperature on the growth and survival of Nerita spp. 2017-18 2022-23
7 Vannamei shrimp culture – monsoon crop under aqua-agro project (2023-24) (Filler trial) 2023 2024
8 Effect of fish meal and insect (Black soldier fly (BSF) larval meal) based formulated diets on the growth and survival of fresh water prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) 2022 2023
9 The growth and proximate composition of black soldier fly larvae reared on common organic wastes 14-11-2023 07-12-2023
10 In silico identification of Catla catla growth modulator through molecular docking 2023 2024
11 Determination of biochemical composition of some phaeophyceae seaweeds available at seacoast of Okha - 2024
12 Study on effect of partial replacement of fish meal with Spirulina and Moringa oleifera diet on growth and survival of Labeo rohita fry 2021 2023
13 Breeding and larval rearing of Nudibranch fauna (Sakuraeolis gujaratica, Atagema spongiosa, Doriopsilla miniata, Jorunna funebris) 2022 2024
14 Breeding and culture of Sea urchin (Salmacis bicolor) 2020 2024
C3. Recommendation:
1 Complete nutritional profiling of a few locally available ingredients to design economically viable aqua feeds. -Scientific recommendation 2016 2021
2 Target animal bio-safety evaluation of Florfenicol (FFC) in feed administration to Cirrhinus mrigala advance fingerlings- Scientific recommendation 2021 2023
3 Effect of pH and temperature on the growth and survival of Nerita spp.- Scientific recommendation 2017-18 2022-23
Year 2024
Farmers Recommendation
4 Effect of fish meal and insect (Black soldier fly (BSF) larval meal) based formulated diets on the growth and survival of fresh water prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) 2022 2023
5 The growth and proximate composition of black soldier fly larvae reared on common organic wastes 14-11-2023 07-12-2023
Scientific Recommendation
6 In silico identification of Catla catla growth modulator through molecular docking 2023 2024
7 Determination of biochemical composition of some phaeophyceae seaweeds available at seacoast of Okha - 2024
8 Study on effect of partial replacement of fish meal with Spirulina and Moringa oleifera diet on growth and survival of Labeo rohita fry 2021 2023
9 Breeding and larval rearing of Nudibranch fauna (Sakuraeolis gujaratica, Atagema spongiosa, Doriopsilla miniata, Jorunna funebris) 2022 2024
10 Breeding and culture of Sea urchin (Salmacis bicolor) 2020 2024

Summary of the Projects of KU up to the year 2024

Faculty Name Ongoing Projects Completed Projects Recommendations
Veterinary 152 127 57
Dairy 32 23 18
Fisheries 34 14 10

 

Kamdhenu University

Research Projects (Approved in VASRC/AGRESCO) -
Year 2023

A.

Veterinary Faculty

A1.

On-going Research Projects:

Sr. No.

Title of the Project

Sanctioned Year

Tentative time for completion

1

Central Disease Research Station (Bacterial)

Research Centre for Viral Diseases

Diagnostic Centre for Mastitis

1967

1979

1966

Non plan continued scheme

2

Enumeration and comparison of total viable bacterial count from bovine dung

2022

Non plan continued scheme

3

Project for investigation and research in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anand

1975 (approved in 9th AGRESCO)

Non plan continued scheme

4

Central Disease Research Station (C.D.R.S. - Parasitic Control)

1964

Non plan continued scheme

5

Central Disease Research Station (C.D.R.S. - Parasitic Control)

Molecular detection of the presence of the target resistance in the housefly against pyrethroid insecticides.

2022

Non plan continued scheme

6

Scheme for the Study of Infertility in Cattle

2022

Non plan continued scheme

7

Imparting Education on Semenology & Frozen Semen Technology to the Students and Field Veterinarians

1986

Non plan continued scheme

8

Peripartum nutritional management and postpartum fertility in Gir cows.

2022

Dec-2023

9

Studies on prevalence and management of lameness in horses.

2022

continued

10

Strengthening of New Department at Veterinary Science College

a. Veterinary Epidemiology & Preventive Medicine

b. Department of Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Extension

Not applicable

continued

11

To study efficacy of anthelmintics against gastrointestinal parasites of birds kept at Shri Sayaji Baug Zoo, Vadodara

2022

continued

12

Case registration and follow up charges for animals

2002

continued

13

Case registration and follow up charges for animals-current -differ than No.. 13

2002

continued

14

Lymphocyte proliferation assay and Phagocytic activity in dystocia and endometritic bovines

March 2021

Dec 2023

15

Melatonin expression patterns during breeding and non- breeding season in short day and long day breeders.

2022

Dec 2023

16

Antibacterial, antioxidant and cytotoxicity effect of nano selenium in vitro

2021

Dec 2023

17

ICAR Research project on “Indian Network for fisheries and animal AMR (INFAAR)

2018

continued

18

Detection and molecular characterization of Newcastle disease virus (NDV) from poultry

2022

2024

19

Pre Clinical studies on oncolytic effects of Newcastle Disease Virus (NDV)

2020

2023

20

Network Program on Antimicrobial Resistance, Superbugs & One Health
Veterinary and fisheries node

2022

2024

21

Diagnosis of Infectious diseases of animals

Since establishment of Dept.

continued

22

Establishment of Biomonitoring centre for Animal health hazards caused by environmental pollutants

2000/2006 -transfer in Patho dept, SKnagar

continued

23

Fisheries Development through FFDA  

2009

continued

24

Etiopathological investigation of various samples

NA

NA

25

Establishment of Regional Animal Disease Investigation Centre at Sardarkrushinagar

2022

2024

26

Detection of Neospora caninum in aborted bovine/bubaline dam and fetuses

2022

2024

27

Evaluation of resistance in ticks against synthetic pyrethroid compounds by esterase enzyme assay

April 2021

Dec 2023

28

Diagnosis of parasitic disease

Since establishment of Dept.

continued

29

Expression of Permeability-glycoprotein (P-glycoprotein) by curcumin and its effects on pharmacokinetics of marbofloxacin in broilers

2022

Dec 2023

30

Predictive prognostic value of certain blood biochemical indices in referred bovine dystocia

2021

Dec 2023

31

Studies on Diaphragmatic hernia in Mehsani buffaloes

2008, spill over in 2018

To be spill over

32

Clinical study on traumatic injuries in peacocks (Pavo cristatus)

2022

2024

33

Correlation between infrared thermometer measured body surface temperature and mercury/digital thermometer measured rectal temperature in bubaline

2022

Dec 2023

34

Studies on hemato-biochemical alteration in leptospirosis confirmed dogs

2022

2024

35

Knowledge of dairy farmers about zoonotic diseases in South Gujarat

2021

2023

36

Perception of peri-urban dairy farmers about climate change and adaptation strategies

2021

2023

37

Establishment of Regional Animal Disease Diagnosis & Research Laboratory

2012

continued

38

Serodiagnosis of Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) in goats from south Gujarat

2020

2023

39

Development of polymerase spiral reaction assay for the rapid detection of Anaplasma marginale in the bovine

2022

2023

40

Detection and characterization of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacterium in raw milk from dairy animals

2022

2023

41

Evaluation and validation of antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity of medicinal plants used by vanbandhus of South Gujarat

June 2012

continued

42

Ultrasonographic assessment of abdominal affections in dogs

2022

2024

43

Establishment of Veterinary Clinical Research & Experiential Learning Complex

2012

continued

44

Effect of seasons on histoarchitecture and histochemistry of pancreas of Jaffarabadi buffalo

2022

2023

45

Studies on salivary fern pattern during estrous cycle in Gir cow and Jaffrabadi buffalo

2022

2023

46

In vitro and in vivo evaluation of acaricidal effect of polyherbal oil mixture

2022

continued

47

Preliminary Investigation on Physio-biochemical Changes associated with Hyperketonemia in Freshly-calved Dairy Cattle

2022

2024

48

Effect of FMD vaccination on production and reproduction in the cows and buffaloes

2020

2024

49

Effect of Different Feeding Systems on Performance of Lactating Crossbred Cows

2022

2023

50

Dietary Interventions to Enhance Performance of Growing Crossbred Heifers

2022

2023

51

Study of nutritional status of dairy animals of Anand district

2022

2023

52

Establishing Genomic Selection Network for Dairy Cattle and Buffalo Breeds in Gujarat

2022

2026

53

Effect of different floor space allowance on growth and feed efficiency of         post weaned Indigenous lambs under intensive rearing system

2022

2023

54

Comparative performance of early weaned crossbred calves reared under different milk feeding regimes

2021

2023

55

Growth Performance of Crossbred Heifer Calves Fed Rumen Protected Lysine and Methionine

2021

2023

56

Performance of Feeding Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles (DDGS) on Milk Production of Crossbred Cows

2021

2023

57

Assessment of earthworm species Eisenia foetida and Endrullus engeniae with day light alteration in vermicompost production

2021

2023

58

Central Poultry Research Station

1964

NA

59

Comparative study of buck effect and hormonal protocol for synchronization of estrus in Surti goats

2022

2023

60

Influence of service period on ranking of Mehsana buffalo bulls based on first lactation milk yield

2022

2023

61

Effects of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) seed powder supplementation on growth performance, haemato-biochemical profile and faecal characteristics in Mehsana kids

2021

2023

62

Effects of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) seed powder supplementation on growth performance, haemato-biochemical profile and faecal characteristics in Kankrej calves

2021

2023

63

Relationship between Udder and Leg Hygiene Scores and Subclinical Mastitis

2021

2023

64

Effect of probiotic supplementation on growth the performance of broiler rabbits

2019

2023

65

Utilization of goat milk for preparation of value-added indigenous milk products

2006

NA

66

Study on A1/A2 β casein protein gene variants of Gir and Crossbred cattle using PCR-RFLP

2022

2024

67

Development of weight estimation formula using linear type traits and its comparative efficacy to predict live body weight in Surti goats

2022

2023

68

SNP study in genes related to prolificacy of Surti goats

2021

2023

69

Evaluation of value-added chicken egg balls incorporated with different levels of finger millet flour

2021

2023

70

Efficacy of Deep Learning Meta-Architecture for Identification of Gir Cattle

May 2020

Sep 2023

71

Adoption of scientific practices by the dairy farmers of Junagadh district

2019-20

2023

72

Influence of non-genetic factors on occurrence of mastitis in the sheep flocks of Himmatnagar Taluka

2022

2023

73

Survey on camel husbandry practices by camel cart owners in Sabarkantha District

2022

2023

74

Study of nutritional management practices in organized dairy farms of Sabarkantha District

2022

2024

75

Assessment of blood cells’ Immunocompetence of Surti goats bearing single and twin foetus during the peripartum period

2023

2024

76

Whole genome sequencing of Salmonella Enteritidis isolates for analysis of virulence associated genes and antimicrobial resistance genes

2023

Dec 2023

77

Exploring genomic diversity using whole genome sequencing and bioinformatic analysis in canine parvovirus- 2 from diarrheic dogs

2023

2024

78

Decoding genetic potential of a novel camel rumen isolate Clostridium spp. through whole genome sequencing and bioinformatic analysis

2023

 2023

79

Surveillance of Lumpy skin disease virus in the cattle

2023

Dec 2023

80

Isolation and genotyping of Avian orthoavulavirus 1 using next generation sequencing

2023

Dec 2023

81

Isolation, identification, and characterization of multiple drug resistant organisms from human, animal, and environment interphase

2023

Dec 2023

82

Studying the role of essential oil nano emulsions in shelf-life extension of raw market meat

2023

Dec 2023

83

To evaluate growth promoting effect of cinnamon oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in broiler

2023

Dec 2023

84

Determination of in vitro antibacterial activity and minimum inhibitory concentration of thyme oil (Thymus vulgaris)

2023

Dec 2023

85

Early Pregnancy in Buffaloes with Reference to Luteal Blood Flow Area and Biomarkers

2023

2024

86

Evaluation of the Cryoprotective Effect of Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) Supplementation in TYFG Extender for Buffalo Bull Semen

2023

Dec 2023

87

Standardization of cardiac Indices using echocardiography and thoracic radiography in dogs

2023

Dec 2023

88

Clinical Studies on Incidence, Diagnosis and Management of Neoplasm in Canine

2023

Dec 2024

89

Comparative studies on Propofol, Ketofol, and Zolefol as induction agents in Atropine-Xylazine-Butorphanol Premedicated with Isoflurane as maintenance anaesthetic agent in dogs

2023

Dec 2023

90

Clinical Studies on Prostatic affections in dogs

2023

Dec 2023

91

Establishment and characterization of novel bovine cell lines

2023

Dec 2025

92

Male calves disposal pattern and associated problems in livestock farming

2023

2025

93

Methicillin resistance in coagulase positive and coagulase negative staphylococci from skin affections of cattle and dogs

2023

2024

94

Molecular identification of Campylobacter fetus from cattle, sheep, and goat

2023

2024

95

To study the co-infection of Canine Coronavirus (CoCV), Canine Astrovirus (CaAstV), Canine Parvovirus (CPV) and SARS-CoV-2 in dogs

2023

2023-24

96

Metformin toxicity on the intestine and gills of adult zebrafish (Danio rerio)

2023

Dec 2023

97

Patho-molecular investigation of abortion in cattle and buffalo

2023

Dec 2024

98

Etiopathological investigation of equine encephalitis in Gujarat

2023

2025

99

Production of polyclonal antisera against Goatpox virus

2023

2024

100

Prevalence of Anaplasma spp. infection in bovine

2023

2024

101

Integration of PK – PD relationship of danofloxacin in poultry

2023

2024

102

Seasonal influence on Anti Mullarian Hormone (AMH) in equine during different reproductive status

2023

2023

103

Clinical efficacy of nebulization therapy in caprine pneumonia

2023

2024

104

Gross and Histomorphological studies on the salivary glands of Surti Goat

2023

2023

105

Effect of rumen protected niacin supplementation on physio-biochemical and milk production parameters in peri-partum Surti Buffaloes

2023

2024

106

Development of a polymerase spiral reaction assay for rapid detection of Canine Monocytic Ehrlichiosis in Dogs

2023

2023

107

Detection of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius (MRSP) in the dogs presented with pyoderma/ otitis externa/ urinary tract infection

2023

2024

108

Clinical evaluation on ketamine-midazolam-butorphanol and tiletamine-zolazepam-butorphanol combination as induction and isoflurane as maintenance anaesthetic agents in cats

2023

2023

109

Incidence, diagnosis, and management of neoplasms in dogs

2023

2025

110

Determination of acute and chronic renal diseases using ultrasonographic evaluation of renal cortical thickness to aorta diameter ratio in dogs

2023

2023

111

Doppler echocardiographic studies of dilated cardiomyopathy and mitral valve insufficiency in dogs

2023

2024

112

Evaluation of activity of inflammatory cytokines in bovine mastitis

2023

2024

113

Evaluation of histopathological changes in adult zebrafish following exposure to Bisphenol-A

2023

2024

114

Evaluation of histopathological changes in gills, intestine and kidney of adult zebrafish following exposure to tributyltin

2023

2024

115

Evaluation of in vitro antibacterial activity of Chaksu (Cassia absus L.) seed powder

2023

2024

116

Sero-Prevalence of Bovine Tuberculosis in Gujarat State

2023

2024

117

Clinical study on anaesthetic regimens of atropine sulphate and glycopyrrolate with butorphanol as preanesthetic and tiletamine - zolazepam as induction and maintenance anaesthesia for elective ovariohysterectomy in dogs

2023

2024

118

Comparative efficacy of Sericin and Selenium nano-particles as additive on Freezability and fertility of Gir Bull Semen

2023

2025

119

Radiographic Morphometry of Stifle Joint in Goats (Capra hircus)

2023

2024

120

Patho-epidemiological study of jaagsiekte sheep retrovirus infection in the sheep and goats’ population in North Gujarat, India

2023

2024

121

Radiographic Evaluation of Cardiac Morphometry in German Shepherd and Labrador Retrievers Dogs

2023

2025

122

Effect of supplementing senna gardneri on digestibility and methane emission in adult cattle

2023

2023

123

Effect of dietary supplementation of soapnut shell powder on digestibility and rumen fermentation in cattle

2023

2023

124

Effect of direct fed microbial and solid-state fermented biomass on digestibility and rumen fermentation in adult Surti buffaloes

2023

2023

125

Effect feeding lentil straw and DFM on methane mitigation in cross-bred dairy cattle

2023

2023

126

Effect of feeding Direct Fed Microbials (DFM) on nutrient digestibility and rumen parameters in adult sheep

2023

2023

127

Effect of coconut coir on digestibility, rumen fermentation and rumen microbes in Goat

2023

2023

128

SNPs identification in MTNR1A, MC4R, VLDLR, PRLR and DRD1 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken

2023

2023

129

Effect of flushing ration on productive and reproductive performance of Surti goats under intensive system of rearing

2023

2023

130

Standardization and evaluation of chicken cutlets prepared with Versha Dodi/ Jivanti (Telosmapallida) flowers

2023

2023

131

Growth performance of crossbred heifers on various combinations of energy and protein in total mixed ration

2023

2024

132

Performance of post weaned crossbred calves fed roughage chaffed at different lengths under different feeding methods

2023

2024

133

Performance of heifers rearing under different paddy straw feeding regimes

2023

2024

134

Impact of egg weight on fertility, hatchability, and day-old chick’s weight in native chicken of North Gujarat (Proposed as “Aravali”)

2023

2023

135

Study of chemical composition of eggs of Ankaleshwar, Kadaknath, White Leghorn (Anand Bantamized White Leghorn), native chicken of North Gujarat (Proposed as “Aravali”) and free-range chicken (field condition)

2023

2023

136

Comparative study of haemato-biochemical parameters in Ankaleshwar, Aseel, Kadaknath and native chicken of North Gujarat (Proposed as “Aravali”) during summer and winter season

2023

2023

137

Efficiency of different estrus synchronization protocols in Surti goats

2023

2024

138

Study on hormonal and biochemical profile for early pregnancy diagnosis in Surti buffaloes

2023

2024

139

Optimization of age at puberty in weaned Surti buffalo female calves by feeding different levels   of protein

2023

2025

140

Efficacy of Jamun (Syzygium cumini) leaves powder as a feed additive for broiler chickens

2023

2023

141

Chemical Composition and In Vitro estimation of Mushroom Cultivated Agro-industrial By-products

2023

2024

142

Effect of parity and stage of lactation on milk somatic cell count in Gir Cow

2023

2024

143

Effect of Supplementing Rumen Protected Niacin (RPN) on Production Performance and Postpartum Fertility in Periparturient Gir Cows

2023

2025

144

Studies on nutritive value of Super Napier Grass-Pakchong-I in   growing dry non pregnant Gir cows

2023

2023-24

A2.

Completed Research Projects:

1

Dynamics of vaginal metabiota during estrous cycle and its association with reproductive hormones in Bubalus bubalis.

2017

2018/2019

2

Epidemiological surveillance of important diseases of cattle and buffaloes in milk shed area of Sabarkantha district

2015

2016

3

Studies of Animal Husbandry practices in dairy animals of Sabarkantha district in relation to women empowerment.

2015

2016

4

Evaluate electronic cow-side test for diagnosis of Subclinical Ketosis in Bovines.

2019

2020

5

Expression of selected biomarker candidate genes to confer in vitro maturation of oocytes in Indian buffaloes.

2021

2022

6

Comparative morphological study of hairs of different animals. 

2019

2022

7

Gross, Morphology and Histology of Mesenteric Lymph Nodes in Goat (Capra hircus)

2022

2023

8

PCR-RFLP based validation of SNPs of GnRH-II, VIPR-I, GHR, OCX- 32 genes and their association with egg production and egg weight in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn Chicken and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken.

2022

2023

9

Knowledge and adoption of dairy farmers to control bovine ecto- parasites   in Anand and Kheda districts

2022

2023

10

Isolation, identification and antibiogram of cloacal microflora from captive zoo birds of Shri Sayaji Baug zoo, Vadodara

2022

2023

11

Antimicrobial resistance genes profiling of Escherichia coli isolates for colistin resistance and integrons

2022

2023

12

Whole genome sequencing and genome mining of Escherichia coli isolates for AMR genes

2022

2023

13

To study the seasonal prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites of captive deer and antelope at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, Vadodara

2022

2023

14

Evaluation of the antimicrobial potential of ZnO nanoparticles

2022

2023

15

Determination of Prevalence of Vibrio spp. in fish and their environment

2022

2023

16

To evaluate immunomodulatory activity of cinnamon oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in broiler

2022

2023

17

To evaluate growth promoting effects of clove oil (Syzygium aromaticum) in broiler

2022

2023

18

Therapeutic management of transmissible venereal tumour in dogs

2022

2023

19

Applicability of Conventional, CASA and Flow Cytometry Based In Vitro Sperm Function Assays in Predicting Field Fertility of Cryopreserved Bovine Semen

2022

2023

20

Surgical management of canine mammary neoplasia along with adjuvant Doxorubicin chemotherapy

2022

2023

21

Clinical studies on surgical anaesthesia using Glycopyrrolate-Dexmedetomidine- Butorphanol for premedication with Tiletamine-Zolazepam induction and Isoflurane maintenance in dogs and cats

2022

2023

22

Comparative Efficacy of Herbal Formulation on Clinical Mastitis in Goats

2022

2023

23

Studies on ear mites in cats and its therapeutic management

2022

2023

24

Green biosynthesis of gold nanoparticles using plant leaf extract (olive, aloe vera) and its antimicrobial activity

2019-2022

2023

25

Molecular detection and characterization of Infectious Bursal Disease Virus (IBDV) from bursa

2020

2023

26

Molecular and serological diagnosis of Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis in bovines

2019

2023

27

Surveillance of COVID-19 in non-human host

2021

2023

28

Immunohistochemical expression of proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) in squamous epithelial neoplasms of animals and its correlation with histopathological classification and grading

2020

2023

29

Acute and subacute oral toxicity study of Marchadi (Catharanthus pusillus) extract in Wistar rats

2020

2023

30

Serum Amyloid A concentration in various clinical condition of horses 

2021

2023

31

Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites in ruminants and small ruminants of Banaskantha district

2021

2023

32

Molecular characterization of carbapenem resistance in members of the family Enterobacteriaceae from bovine milk samples

2021

2023

33

Disposition kinetics of marbofloxacin in broiler birds alone and along with organic acids

2022

2023

34

Insilico screening of phytomolecules against bovine rotavirus

2022

2023

35

Wound healing effect of polyherbal extracts in rat

2021

2023

36

Study of blood flow parameters of middle uterine artery in uterine torsion affected cows and buffaloes

2021

2023

37

Clinical management of diaphyseal long bone fracture in bovine

2019

2023

38

Molecular detection of Theileriosis in small ruminants

2021

2023

39

To study the efficacy of herbal preparations of Ficus religiosa, Punica granatum and Aloe vera in canine skin disorders

2019

2023

40

Gross and histomorphological observation of orbital glands in fowl

2022

2023

41

Therapeutic efficacy of intermittent haemodialysis (IHD) in renal disorders in dogs

2021

2023

42

Postnatal gross anatomical and histomorphological studies on the heart of goat

2021

2023

43

Study on antibiogram pattern of bacterial organisms associated with pyoderma infection in dogs

2021

2023

44

Evaluation of in vitro antibacterial effect of Linalool combined with Enrofloxacin, Gentamicin and Ceftriaxone

2020

2023

45

In vitro antibacterial effect of Catechin combined with Enrofloxacin, Gentamicin and Ceftriaxone

2020

2023

46

To study electrocardiographic and echocardiograhic features of cardiac diseases in dogs of south Gujarat.

2021

2023

47

Standardization of dried blood spot (DBS) for differential leukocyte count (DLC) in Surti buffaloes

2022

2023

48

Standardization and application of CO2 Laser as alternative technique for surgery of tumours in dogs

2022

2023

49

Standardization and Application of Infrared Thermography in Musculoskeletal Disorders of Horses and Dogs

2022

2023

50

Prevalence of Diseases of Animals & Birds at Veterinary Hospital of Kamdhenu University  

2019

2023

51

Etiodiagnosis of Bacterial Mastitis in Milch Animals of Himmatnagar Taluka, Gujarat  

2021

2023

52

Growth performance of post weaned Kankrej calves on direct- fed microbials based ration

Feb, 2022

May 2022/2023

53

In vitro evaluation of babul pods and soap nut (Sapindus mukorossi) on methane emission

2022

2023

54

SNPs identification in GHR, IGF-I, OCX-32 and GDF9 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken

2020

2023

55

Supplementation of Moringa oleifera as concentrate source on growth performance of Surti kids

2022

2023

56

Standardization and evaluation of chicken cutlets prepared with moringa oleifera flowers

2022

2023

57

Growth performance of crossbred heifers on high plane of nutrition

2022

2023

58

Effects of varying levels of dietary energy and crude protein on juvenile growth performance and economics of rearing Ankaleshwar chicken

2022

2023

59

Studies on Comparative urine endocrine profile of different breeds of Cattle and Buffaloes  

2022

2023

60

Development of environment friendly feeding regimes for dairy cattle to mitigate methane emission and enhance productivity

2022

2023

61

Effect of forage replacement with corn Silage feeding on growth performance of Surti goat

2022

2023

62

Relative gene expression of Interferon tau stimulated genes in Jaffarabadi Buffalo

May 2020

May 2022/2023

63

Genetic variation of Prolactin promotor & receptor genes in Gir Cattle

May 2020

May 2022/2023

64

Study of growth and lactation performance traits of Gir cattle and Jaffarabadi buffalo at B.M.F., KU, Amreli

2019-20

2023

65

Study of existing barn and animal hygiene practices and their relations with mammary and hoof affections in milch cows and buffaloes in Sabarkantha district

2021

2023

A3.

Recommendations:

1

Dynamics of vaginal metabiota during estrous cycle and its association with reproductive hormones in Bubalus bubalis.

2017

2018/2019

2

Evaluate electronic cow-side test for diagnosis of Subclinical Ketosis in Bovines.

2019

2020

3

Expression of selected biomarker candidate genes to confer in vitro maturation of oocytes in Indian buffaloes.

2021

2022

4

Studies on ear mites in cats and its therapeutic management

2022

2023

5

To study electrocardiographic and echocardiograhic features of cardiac diseases in dogs of south Gujarat

2021

2023

6

Development of environment friendly feeding regimes for dairy cattle to mitigate methane emission and enhance productivity-farmers Recommendation

2022

2023

7

Effects of varying levels of dietary energy and crude protein on juvenile growth performance and economics of rearing “Ankaleshwar” chicken

2022

2023

8

To evaluate immunomodulatory activity of cinnamon oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in broiler

2022

2023

9

To evaluate growth promoting effects of clove oil (Syzygium aromaticum) in broiler

2022

2023

10

Applicability of Conventional, CASA and Flow Cytometry Based In Vitro Sperm Function Assays in Predicting Field Fertility of Cryopreserved Bovine Semen

2022

2023

11

Surgical management of canine mammary neoplasia along with adjuvant Doxorubicin chemotherapy

2022

2023

12

Surveillance of COVID-19 in non-human host

2021

2023

13

To study the efficacy of herbal preparations of Ficus religiosa, Punica granatum and Aloe vera in canine skin disorders

2019

2023

14

Postnatal gross anatomical and histomorphological studies on the heart of goat (Capra hircus)

2021

2023

15

Study on antibiogram pattern of bacterial organisms associated with pyoderma infection in dogs

2021

2023

16

Evaluation of in vitro antibacterial effect of Linalool combined with Enrofloxacin, Gentamicin and Ceftriaxone

2020

2023

17

In vitro antibacterial effect of Catechin combined with Enrofloxacin, Gentamicin and Ceftriaxone

2020

2023

18

To study electrocardiographic and echocardiographic features of cardiac diseases in dogs of south Gujarat

2021

2023

19

Standardization and Application of Infrared Thermography in Musculo- skeletal Disorders of Horses and Dogs

2020

2023

20

Growth performance of post weaned Kankrej calves on direct-fed microbials based ration

Feb 2022

May 2022/2023

21

Development of environment friendly feeding regimes for dairy cattle to mitigate methane emission and enhance productivity- Scientific Recommendation

2022

2023

22

(a) SNPs identification in GHR, IGF-I, OCX-32 and GDF9 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken

2020

2023

23

(b) SNPs identification in GHR, IGF-I, OCX-32 and GDF9 genes and their association with egg production in Anand Synthetic White Leghorn and Anand Bantamised White Leghorn Chicken

2020

2023

24

Growth performance of crossbred heifers on high plane of nutrition

2021

2023

25

Relative gene expression of Interferon tau stimulated genes in Jaffarabadi Buffalo

May 2020

May 2022/2023

26

Genetic variation of Prolactin promotor & receptor genes in Gir Cattle

May 2020

May 2022/2023

27

Study of growth and lactation performance traits of Gir cattle and Jaffarabadi buffalo at B.M.F., JAU, Amreli

2019-20

2023

B.

Dairy Faculty

B1.

On-going Research Projects:

1

Production and Characterization of anti-diabetic and ACE inhibitory peptides from fermented camel milk

2023

2024-2025

2

Technological means to produce value-added ‘Bhapa dahi

2022

2025

3

Quantification of selected preservatives in milk using existing qualitative tests

2022

2024

4

Evaluation of Moringa oleifera pod powder as natural antioxidant in ghee

2022

2024

5

Evaluation of physico-chemical characteristics and biofunctional properties of probiotic whey and fruit based frozen candy

2022

2024

6

Technology for manufacture of paneer incorporated with lemon rinds

2022

2025

7

Development and performance evaluation of hybrid integrated milk cooling system

2022

2025

8

MOOC on Dairy farming Techniques

2022

2023

9

Assessment of anti-oxidative effect of Olive (Olea europaea L.) leaves in ghee

2022

2024

10

Evaluation of the anticancer effect of fermented milk postbiotic against colon cancer cell line

2023

2024

11

Evaluation of antianemic activity of fermented cactus pear fruit (Opuntia elatior Mill.) beverage in laboratory animal model

2023

2024

12

Development of dye based qualitative test for detection of rancid ghee adulteration in fresh ghee

2023

2025

13

Evaluation of oxidative stability of ghee incorporated with non-conventional plant sources

2023

2024

14

Technological means to manufacture chhana based cake using ghee residue and WPC

2023

2025

15

Technology of kalakand utilizing aonla powder and its shelf-life studies

2023

2025

16

Study of phase change materials properties in cooling application

2023

2026

17

Study of rheological properties of ice cream mix

2023

2024

18

Development and standardization of scale to measure attitude of dairy farmers towards value addition of milk

2023

2025

19

Development and standardization of scale to measure attitude of farmers towards internet exposure

2023

2025

20

Development and standardization of scale to measure the attitude of dairy farmers towards control of ectoparasites

2023

2025

21

Development of whey based ginger-honey-lemon drink

2023

2025

22

Development of synbiotic milk pudding using co-encapsulated probiotic culture and L-ascorbic acid

2023

2025

23

Evaluation of changes in the microflora of indigenous sheep milk using metagenomics approach

2023

2025

24

Development of fluorescence spectroscopy-based method to detect cotton seed oil adulteration in ghee.

2023

2025

25

Study of moisture sorption isotherms characteristics of Amrakhand and Greek yogurt

2023

2025

26

Socio-economic profile of dairy farmers of North Saurashtra Agro Climatic Zone of Gujarat state

2023

2025

B2.

Completed Research Projects:

1

Detection of oil adulteration in milk by chromatographic methods in-tandem with chromogenic methods.

2017

2019

2

Development of low calorie fibre enriched milk-beetroot based Burfi.

2016

2019

3

Process optimization of milk based peanut Thabdi.

2017

2020

4

Quality assessment of market samples of Paneer sold in Amreli District.

2019

2021/2020

5

Study on process standardization and optimization of reduced sugar fennel based lassi.

2019

2021

6

Nanotechnology based dipstick for the instant detection of milk adulterants.

2016-17

2020-21

7

Identification of “signature sequence” associated with raw milk quality and safety of dairy products: A metagenomics approach.

2018-19

2021-22

8

Development of carrot juice based reduced sugar milk drink.

2019

2022

9

Physico-chemical and sensory characteristics of market samples of Peda sold in Saurashtra region of Gujarat State.

2019

2021

10

Study of novel preservatives alternative to formalin.

2020

2022

11

Characterization of ghee prepared from sheep milk and evaluation of its shelf life during storage.

2020

2022

12

Prevailing Crossbred Calf Mortality & its Pattern in Operational Area of Dairy Vigyan Kendra, Vejalpur

2022

2023

13

Evaluation of techno-functional attributes of Weissella strains isolated from traditional fermented foods and human faecal matter

2022

2023

14

Financial statement analysis of Maahi milk producer company

2022

2023

B3.

Recommendations:

1

Detection of oil adulteration in milk by chromatographic methods in-tandem with chromogenic method.

2017

2019

2

Process optimization of milk based peanut Thabdi.

2017

2020

3

Study on process standardization and optimization of reduced sugar fennel based lassi.

2019

2021

4

Study of novel preservatives alternative to Formalin. 

2020

2022

5

Characterization of ghee prepared from sheep milk and evaluation of its shelf life during storage.

2020

2022

6

Development of carrot juice based reduced sugar milk drink.

2019

2022

7

Identification of “signature sequence” associated with raw milk quality and safety of dairy products: A metagenomics approach.

2021-22

2021-22

8

Evaluation of techno-functional attributes of Weissella strains isolated from traditional fermented foods and human faecal matter

2022

2023

C.

Fisheries Faculty

C1.

On-going Research Projects:

1

Mapping of endo- and ectoparasites in some freshwater fishes along reservoirs of Sabarkantha District, Gujarat.

2019

2022

2

Status of fish disease and health management practices in rural freshwater aquaculture of Tapi District of Gujarat.

2021

2023

3

Survey study on socio-economic status of fish farmers and fishermen of Tapi District, Gujarat.

2021

2023

4

Biochemical characterization, antioxidant potential and phycocolloid content of seaweeds available on Saurashtra coast.

2022

2024

5

Impact of herbs Shatavari and Ashwagandha on growth performance of freshwater fish Cirrhinus mrigala.

2022

2024-25

6

Reproductive biology of the Malabar grouper (Epinephelus malabaricus) landed at fishing harbour, Veraval.

2022

2024

7

Seaweed diversity and their associations with gastropods along the intertidal coast of Loej, Gujarat.

2022

2025

8

Marine fish catch composition of mechanized gill netters off Porbandar coast, Gujarat.

2022

2025

9

Effect of chitosan, gelatin and chitosan-gelatin based coating blended with clove essential oil on the quality attributes of peeled shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) stored under refrigerated condition.

2022

2024

10

Effect of active and vacuum packaging on the quality of dried white fish (Lactarius lactarius) during storage period.

2022

2024

11

Assessment of phytoplankton diversity of Hiran-2 reservoir, Gir Somnath District, Gujarat

2022

2024-25

12

Genetic characterization and nutritional profiling of few indigenous fishes in district Tapi region

2022

2026

13

Effect of fish meal and insect (Black soldier fly larval meal) based formulated diets on the growth and survival of fresh water prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii)

2023

2023-24

14

Effect of fish meal replacement with black soldier fly larvae meal based formulated diets on growth and survival of Oreochromis niloticus fingerlings

2023

2023

15

The growth and proximate composition of black soldier fly larvae reared on common organic wastes

2023

2023

16

Withdrawal period evaluation of Oxolinic acid (OA) in feed administration for Cirrhinus mrigala advance fingerlings

2023

2023

17

Effect of black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) as a feed ingredient in the formulated diets substituting groundnut oil cake (GNOC) at varying percentages in growth performance of Labeo rohita

2023

2025

18

In silico identification of Catla catla growth modulator through molecular docking

2023

2025

19

Genotoxicity assessment of selected antiparasitic drugs in Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

2023

2025

20

Evaluation of genotoxicity potential of water and sediment collected from Hathmati river at Rajpur site during the different seasons using guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

2023

2025

21

Influence of pre-drying treatments on quality of sun dry ribbon fish (Lepturacanthus savala, Cuvier, 1829)

2023

2025

22

Analysis of Trace Metals in Important Crustaceans Collected from the sea adjunction to Port of Pipava and Alang Ship breaking yard coast.

2023

2025-2026

23

Qualitative analysis of plankton in freshwater pond of Dhoripat area of Mahuva

2023

2025-2026

24

Evaluation of dietary supplementation of different level of Kappaphycus alvarezii sap on growth, survival and immune response in Metapenaeus kutchensis juvenile shrimp

2023

2025-2026

25

Study on effects of partial replacement of fishmeal with silkworm (Bombyx mori) pupae meal on growth, survival and disease resistance in Labeo rohita fry

2023

2024

26

Study on effect of partial replacement of fish meal with Spirulina and Moringa oleifera diet on growth and survival of Labeo rohita fry

2020

2023

27

Breeding and Culture of Pearl oyster (Pinctada fucata)

2022

2030

28

Breeding and culture of Sea urchin (Salmacis bicolor)

2019-20

2023-24

29

Evaluation of heavy metals and minerals composition in seaweed along Sikka coast

2021-22

2023-24

30

Breeding and larval rearing of Nudibranch fauna (Sakuraeolis gujaratica, Atagema spongiosa, Doriopsilla miniata, Jorunna funebris)

2021-22

2023-24

31

Diversity and distribution of Cypraeoidea fauna in Gulf of Kachchh

2021-22

2023-24

32

Phytochemical analysis and antibacterial activity of selected red seaweeds against pathogenic bacteria of shrimp and fish farming

2022-23

2023

33

Determination of biochemical composition of some phaeophyceae seaweeds available at seacoast of Okha

2022-23

2023

34

Seed production of mud crab Scylla serrata in hatchery

2017-18

2023

35

Effects of gamma irradiation on the quality of sun-dried Bombay duck (Harpodon nehereus)

2021-22

2023

C2.

Completed Research Projects:

1

Complete nutritional profiling of few locally available ingredients to design economically viable aqua feeds.

2016

2021

2

Comparative study of integrated farming of Indian major carps with mussel (Lamellidens marginalis) and Indian major carps.

2016

2021

3

A pilot project on the feasibility of inland saline aquaculture at Bhamsara.

2019

2021

4

Evaluate the production potential of Asian seabass (Latescalcarifer) and Ladyfish (Sillagosihama) in plastic lined pond (Filler trial)

2021

2023

5

Target animal bio-safety evaluation of Florfenicol (FFC) in feed administration to Cirrhinus mrigala advance fingerlings

2021

2023

6

Effect of pH and temperature on the growth and survival of Nerita spp.

2017-18

2022-23

C3.

Recommendation:

1

Complete nutritional profiling of a few locally available ingredients to design economically viable aqua feeds. -Scientific recommendation

2016

2021

2

Target animal bio-safety evaluation of Florfenicol (FFC) in feed administration to Cirrhinus mrigala advance fingerlings- Scientific recommendation

2021

2023

3 Effect of pH and temperature on the growth and survival of Nerita spp.- Scientific recommendation

2017-18

2022-23

* Wherever completed year mentioned as 2023, almost all projects were completed in Dec-2022, but approved in 2023 so mentioned completed year as 2023 and for ongoing projects 2023 means will be completed in Dec- 2023

Summary of the Projects of KU up to the year 2023

Faculty Name Ongoing Projects Completed Projects Recommendations
Veterinary 144 65 27
Dairy 26 14 08
Fisheries 35 06 03
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