Kamdhenu University
Name
of the University
Kamdhenu
University
Year
of Establishment
2009
Vision
The Vision of
Kamdhenu University is to be the National Leader in Education and Research in
the fields of Veterinary and Allied Sciences.
Mission
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To excel in Education and Research and
make advancement in all the fields of learning leading to welfare of all living
beings.
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To shape the students into compassionate
professionals.
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To promote productivity of
animals/livestock and aquaculture through dissemination of knowledge empowering
the stakeholders in the respective sectors.
Jurisdiction
/ Area of Operation
Veterinary, Dairy and Fisheries Science
Educational
Programmes offered (PG/UG/Ph.D/Diploma)
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Veterinary Faculty-UG, PG, PhD
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Dairy Faculty: UG, PG, PhD
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Fisheries Faculty: UG, PG, PhD
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Diploma in Animal Husbandry
Major
Area of Research
Kamdhenu University actively engaged with
research and innovation activities in the domains of veterinary sciences and animal
husbandry, dairy and fisheries. Faculty members and students actively engaged
in research projects, such as development of new technologies for breeding
techniques, faster propagation of genetically improved breed, development of
instant, farm-side diagnosis of heamo- protozoan, parasitic, production and
metabolic diseases, animal welfare issues, clean milk production, cold chain
maintenance, packaging, improving self- life of animal products and value
additions, management strategies, and sustainable practices. This research
contributes to the advancement of these sectors and helps address the
challenges faced by the industry.
Recent years Kamdhenu University has
exceled well in terms of research under Veterinary, Dairy and Fisheries
faculty. Veterinary faculty completed work on different projects which includes
identification of temperature humidity index for animals under local Gujarat
climate, etio-diagnosis of mastitis, evaluation of polyherbal power for heat
induction in bovines, identification of probiotics for reproductive
interventions in bovines and many others. Similarly, research programs are
initiated to identify different plants which has immunomodulatory activities
for bovines and poultry, evaluation of antimicrobial properties of zinc
nanoparticles, in vitro and in silico identification of antimicrobial
properties of reproductive probiotics in bovines.
Similarly, Dairy science faculty worked on
identification of common adulterants of milk and milk products and development
of nanotechnology-based milk deep-stick for identification of adulterants,
characterization of ghee prepared from sheep milk, identification of “signature
sequence” associated with raw milk etc. Similarly faculty has initiated
research on preservation of milk products and identification of novel
preservatives for milk products like Paneer, development and performance
evaluation of Hybrid Integrated Milk Cooling System, production and
characterization of anti-diabetic and ACE inhibitory peptides from fermented
camel milk, evaluation of techno-functional attributes of Weissella Strains
isolated from traditional fermented foods and human fecal matter, evaluation of
physico-chemical characteristics and bio-functional properties of probiotic
whey and fruit based frozen candy, evaluation of Moringa oleifera pod powder as
natural antioxidant in ghee, manufacture of paneer incorporated with lemon rinds
and many others.
Equally, Fisheries faculty of Kamdhenu
University propped well. During this tenure they completed projects on
nutritional profiling of a few locally available ingredients to design
economically viable aqua feeds, integrated farming of Indian major carps with
mussel (Lamellidens marginalis) and Indian major carps, feasibility of inland
saline aquaculture at Bhamsara, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, mapping of Endo- &
Ectoparasites in some freshwater fishes along reservoirs of Sabarkantha District,
Gujarat etc. At the same time fisheries
faculty, initiated research work on biochemical characterization, antioxidant
potential and phycocolloid content of seaweeds available on Saurashtra coast,
Gujarat, use of herbs Shatavari and Ashwagandha on growth performance of
freshwater fish Cirrhinus mrigala, Seaweed diversity and their associations
with gastropods along the intertidal coast of Loej, Gujarat, marine fish catch
composition of mechanized gill netters off Porbandar coast, Gujarat,
identification of preservative and packaging of fish and fish products of
Gujarat etc.
Highlights
of Extension Education Activities – (Including Number of KVKs, Training
Programmes / Certificate Courses, etc.)
Directorate
of Extension Education organizes 28 training programmes in different districts
of Gujarat. During Covid-19 pandemic Kamdhenu University started online
training programmes and organized 112 online trainings on different topics of
Animal Husbandry, Dairy and Fisheries science. Apart from training Directorate
also participated in 18 exhibitions to display technologies and latest
information of veterinary, dairy and fisheries sector. To disseminate and to
popularize improved and scientific methods of veterinary, animal husbandry and
allied subjects in a very digestible and easily understandable manner for
farming community Directorate of Extension Education published 15 Documentary
Films, more than 15 leaflets and 10 folders.
Strength of the University (Including 5
important achievements)
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Extension Leadership Award 2022
Kamdhenu
University was honored with the prestigious Extension Leadership Award 2022 at
the esteemed India Animal Health Summit & Awards 2022. This recognition
acknowledges the university's exemplary contributions in the field of extension
services and its commitment to fostering the growth and development of the
veterinary and animal sciences sectors. Extension Leadership Award 2022, serves
as a testament to its tireless efforts in advancing the field and making a
tangible impact on the lives of farmers, livestock owners, and the wider
community. The university remains committed to its extension activities and
endeavors to continue making significant contributions to the Livestock, Dairy
& Fisheries sectors in the years to come.
·
Pashudhan Samridhi India Gaurav Ratna
Award 2022
Dr.
N. H. Kelawala, the Hon'ble Vice Chancellor of Kamdhenu University was honored
with the prestigious Pashudhan Samridhi India Gaurav Ratna Award 2022. The
Pashudhan Samridhi India Gaurav Ratna Award celebrates individuals who have
made significant advancements in promoting animal welfare, enhancing livestock
productivity, and fostering the overall development of the agricultural sector.
Dr. Kelawala's visionary approach, unwavering dedication, and remarkable
achievements have garnered him this esteemed recognition.
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First Prize under Hackthon to College
of Dairy Science, Amreli for detecting Milk Adulteration under Nanotechnology
College
of Dairy Science, Kamdhenu University, Amreli has developed innovative
technology on “Nanotechnology based dipstick for the instant detection of
adulterants in milk” and participated in the Kritigya Hackathon 2.0 event
organized by ICAR, New Delhi. 1974 participants in 269 teams participated
across the India in this competition. This technology secured 1st rank (Rs. 5
lakh award) in the KRITIGYA Hackathon 2.0 event. An Indian patent is also
awarded. College of Dairy Science, Amreli has carried out various programmes
under National Service Scheme (NSS).
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Patents on Progression of Wooden boat
construction and Preparation of the fishing net mending table and its
applications for fabrication and mending of the fishing net developed by
College of Fisheries Science, Veraval
Dr.
Subrota Hati from the SMC College of Dairy Science, Anand won the Best Teacher
Award at State level sponsored by Microbiologists Society India (MSI),
Maharashtra during 2020-2021. He received the Prestigious WAST Associate
Fellowship in Agricultural and Forestry sponsored by West Bengal Academy of
Science & Technology (WAST), Kolkata. He also received the Prestigious NADS
(I) Associate Fellowship in Dairy Sciences sponsored by National Academy of
Dairy Sciences, India (NADSI), NDRI, Haryana. He was selected with prestigious
BRICS Young Scientist-2021 in Health care category held in sponsored by DST,
(GoI), New Delhi and organized by National institute of Advanced Studies
(NIAS), Bangalore. He also won the MSI Best Bioinnovator Award 2020-2021
at National Level sponsored by Microbiologists Society of India, Maharashtra.
Recently Dr. Subrota Hati has been awarded with prestigious ILSI
Federation Scholar (IFST) Award-2022, Brussels, Belgium sponsored
by International Life Sciences Institute, Global in Food safety, security
and innovation category.
Niche Area of Excellence (Area in which
University is strong)
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Development
of technology for manufacture of a protein enriched moringa fortified spread.
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Exploring
potentials of antioxidative, anti-inflammatory activities and production of
bioactive peptides in lactic fermented camel milk.
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Development
of technology for manufacture of low-fat paneer.
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Quantification
of selected adulterants in milk using existing qualitative tests.
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Evaluating
the effect of selected spices on cholesterol level in ghee.
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Development
of whey-based candy incorporating Moringa oleifera.
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Evaluation
of antioxidant activity of Cheddar cheese whey and paneer whey.
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Development
of enrichment broth for selective growth of coliforms.
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Production
of bioactive peptides with Anti-oxidative activity from fermented camel milk.
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Development
of fermented cactus pear (Opuntiaficus indica) beverage.
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Development
of synbiotic creamed cottage cheese.
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Comparison of natural Mozzarella
cheese with acid casein-based Mozzarella cheese analo
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Development of a composite date-milk
beverage using response surface methodology'.
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Evaluation of Whey Protein
Concentrate as a functional ingredient on quality of goat milk rasogolla - an
Indian dessert.
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Influence of WPC and coagulation
temperature on physico-chemical and sensory quality of goat milk chhana.
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Assessment of compatibility of
spices as an additive in cottage cheese
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Dynamics
of vaginal metabiota during estrous cycle and its association with reproductive
hormones in Bubalus bubalis.
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Evaluate
electronic cow-side test for diagnosis of Subclinical Ketosis in Bovines.
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Expression
of selected biomarker candidate genes to confer in vitro maturation of oocytes
in Indian buffaloes.
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Detection
of oil adulteration in milk by chromatographic methods in-tandem with
chromogenic method.
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Process
optimization of milk based peanut Thabdi.
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Characterization
of ghee prepared from sheep milk and evaluation of its shelf life during
storage.
·
Identification
of “signature sequence” associated with raw milk quality and safety of dairy
products: A metagenomics approach.
·
Complete nutritional profiling of a few
locally available ingredients to design economically viable aqua feeds
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e-Animal
Health Card.
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Evaluate
electronic cow‐side test for diagnosis of subclinical ketosis in bovines.
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Immunohistochemical
and molecular detection of oncogenic viruses in neoplasms of domestic animals.
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A
study on evaluation of Therapeutic Efficacy of a Herbal Dewormer against Common
Helminths of Small Ruminants.
·
A
pilot study on establish heat tolerance thresholds in dairy animals and
amelioration of health under climate stress in Gujarat.
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Studies
on ear mites in cats and its therapeutic management.
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To
study electrocardiographic and echocardiograhic features of cardiac diseases in
dogs of south Gujarat.
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Development
of environment friendly feeding regimes for dairy cattle to mitigate methane
emission and enhance productivity.
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Effects
of varying levels of dietary energy and crude protein on juvenile growth
performance and economics of rearing “Ankaleshwar” chicken.
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Immunomodulatory
activity of cinnamon oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in broiler
· Applicability
of Conventional, CASA and Flow Cytometry Based In Vitro Sperm Function
Assays in Predicting Field Fertility of Cryopreserved Bovine Semen.
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Surveillance
of COVID-19 in non-human host.
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Efficacy
of herbal preparations of Ficus religiosa, Punica granatum and Aloe
vera in canine skin disorders.
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Standardization
and Application of Infrared Thermography in Musculo- skeletal Disorders of
Horses and Dogs.
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Growth
performance of post weaned Kankrej calves on direct-fed microbials based ration.
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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.
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Relative
gene expression of Interferon tau stimulated genes in Jaffarabadi Buffalo.
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Genetic
variation of Prolactin promotor & receptor genes in Gir Cattle.
Status of Autonomy
State
Funding support received (from State and Other agencies)
State, ICAR, GSBTM, DST, DBT, NeGD, NAHEP-ICAR, Climate Change Dept., GoG and Rakesh Pharma, Bharat Biogas, NSPAAD.
Faculty
Position
Teaching Post:
Sanctioned: 489
In
Position: 310
Vacant: 179
Non Teaching Post:
Sanctioned: 546
In
Position: 284
Vacant: 262
Student
Intake
UG: Dairy
Science & Fisheries Science (4 year) -
280
Veterinary Science (5 year) – 320
PG: 364 (Veterinary-281, Dairy-55,
Fisheries-28)
Ph.D.: 54
(Veterinary-42, Dairy-04, Fisheries-08)
Contact Details
Name
of Vice Chancellor:
Dr. N. H. Kelawala
Telephone
(Office):
079-23220712
Telephone
(Residence):
7573035101
Fax: -
Email: vc@kamdhenuuni.edu.in
Website: https://www.kamdhenuuni.edu.in