Snehapuri, Opp. HMT Bus stop,

Nacharam Road,Hyderabad,Telangana,India

Mobile: +91 7680924460

Welcome to Department of Genetics

About

Department of Genetics was established in the year 1994 – 1995 with meagre strength of 22 students with Microbiology,Genetics and Chemistry as the optional subjects. Later on another group of Biochemistry, Genetics and Chemistry was included in accordance with the demand of these subjects. The department was further expanded with a well – furnished laboratory and a wonderful library, which is readily accessible to all the students. The text books and journals are of wide range, which include Indian as well foreign edition and help the students to know the world of science and technology.

In the last five years the department got university ranks. Students are encouraged to prepare assignments & seminars. To make the students environmentally conscious & responsible, the department organized various awareness campaigns which provide a great learning experience to the students.

Vision

To empower and enhance the students for holistic education to attain future leaders who will demonstrate innovation in their professional competencies for the betterment of the human condition through genetic knowledge within an ethical framework.

Mission

To train the students to be socially responsible, creative & encourage research aptitude, education and public service to understand the advance in Genetics.

Objectives

Objectives of our Department are as follows:

  • To provide a comprehensive education in Genetics that stresses scientific reasoning and problem solving across the spectrum of disciplines within life sciences.
  • To enrich students with opportunities for alternative education in the area of Genetics through undergraduate research.
  • To provide thorough training in written and oral communication of scientific information.

The Department of Genetics offers the following programs:

Under Graduate

B.Sc –MGC (Microbiology, Genetics, Chemistry)
Others: Bridge course:

The students admitted are from pure sciences, in order to understand the advances in the subject genetics, special bridge course of 15 days is offered in the basic concepts of Genetics.

Projects

Staff:

  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul (Ph.D) is working on “Eco-biological studies of plants ,insects and Phytonematodes in an Artificial Ecosystem” at Osmania University.
  • OU Centenary celebrations Award, Sponsorship from 47th AGN, Entomological Society of Australia & New Zealand.

Student Internship:

    2022-23

    The Students of I MZC has completed thier internships in Voice for Girls

    S.No Name of the Student Hall ticket Number of the student Class Name of the course Proofs link
    1 Ms. Joice Blessy 121222457006 II MZC Voice For Girls Internship Blessy II MZC.docx
    2 Ms. Firdous Fatima 121222457008 II MZC Voice For Girls Internship Certificate Firdous Voice.pdf

Student Projects:

S.No Title of the Study
1 Post Covid Sequelae - A Prospective Observational study
2 A study on isolation and identification of microorganisms and their morphological characteristics present in the faeces of Columba livia
3 A study on isolation and identification of bacteria from the surface of cockroaches from two different areas
4 A Comparative study of soil parameters of Industrial, Agricultural and Developmental Land for environmental impact assessment and its restoration strategies
    2022-23
  • Group 1 Identification and Isolation of nematode affecting Tomato
  • Group 2 Identification of 5 Arthropod pests and their control
  • Group 3 Study 5 butterfly larva and their Behaviour
  • Group 4 Effect of plant extracts on the larvae of Aleurodicus dispersis
  • Group 5 Study of Pila as a Bio indicator of pollution and it's use in Pharamaceutical industry.

    • 2017-2021

  • IMZC, 13 Student Research Projects were submitted for the Academics Year 2018-19
  • ‘Immunological status of Pila globosa during aestivation and active period’ by K.Neharika , K.Jyothi and K.Pranaya (I-MZC)
  • Water pollution & its impact on human health.
  • Identification of Invertebrates of the Campus & their Ethology.
  • Effects of Plants extracts on Ditylenchus dipsaci-Root knot, nematode of tomato in an artificial ecosystem.
Research & Publications
  • Ms. Amrita Gautam is working on an ongoing research project entitled “A Study on Diabetes Mellitus: Prevalence, association with Thyroid and other health complications among general population” as a co-investigator along with Dr. Jyoti Lallu as the principal investigator.
  • Mrs.Grace Beena Paul working on ‘Eco-biological studies of plants. insects and phytonematodes in an artificial ecosystem’. Department of Zoology, Osmania University, and NIN.
 Paper Presentations

  • 14th &15th October, 2022:Dr.Grace Beena Paul Head Department of Zoology along with M.Trisha and P.Sanjana of IIMZC has Presented the Paper on the topic – “Indian Knowledge System Into The Curriculum” in NAAC sponsored National e-Conference on "Implementation of NEP in Higher Education Institutions" organized by Internal Quality Assurance Cell of St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women, Nacharam, Hyderabad.
  • 18th-19th Dec 2021:Dr.Grace Beena Paul presented a Research Paper titled "The effect of plant extracts on Aleurodicus disperses infesting Psidium guajava,an Insect - Plant Interactions.Out of 80 Research papers Dr.Grace Beena Paul was appreciated as the 3rd Best oral presentor by the Dean of Sciences Osmania University,at the National Symposium.
  • 3rdSept 2021: Dr.Grace Beena Paul presented a research paper on Paplio demolous and citrus interactions and Management at an International E-conference Applied Biosciences for sustainable Development organized by Departments of Microbiology and Biochemistry, St.Pious X Degree & PG College for Women.
  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul published a research paper on “COVID 19 and SDG’S-Good Health and well-being in a Healthy Environment” in International E-Publication of the book titled “Impact of Lockdown on Education,Economy & Environment in India”.ISBN 978-93-89817-31-7. Dr.Grace Beena Paul served as a member of the Editorial Board of the International E-Publication.
  • On 26th – 27th Apr, 2019 Faculty Mrs. Alka Jha presented paper ‘BioaerosolDetection, Identification and Impact studies in indoor & outdoor environment in Nacharam at two das National Seminar on Health, hygiene & Sanitation organiesd by Dept. of Zoology & Microbiology at Little Flower Degree College, Uppal.

Dr.Mrs. Grace Beena Paul  presented a paper on:

  • Myrmica rubra  as “Ecosystem Engineers and Predators, Anthills as hotspots of Nutrients.” At Melbourne, Australia on 27.11.2016 -01.12.2016
  • Effects of Plants extracts on Ditylenchus dipsaci-Root knot,nematode of tomato in an artificial ecosystem at St.Pious X Degree and PG College.

Events

Departmental Events 2017-21 Departmental Events 2021-22 Departmental Events 2022-2023

Events 2022-23

Appreciation for Department

  • The Department of Zoology and Genetics received a trophy and a Certificate of Appreciation by ITC WOW at Ravindra Bharti on 19 th January 2023 for recycling 3 tons of paper waste.

Fieldtrips:

  • The department of Zoology visited CNR Agro field in Bhongir on 15 th of March 2023 for the field trip. The field trip was organized for I, II & III MZC students. Total 26 students were there for the trip. The purpose of the field trip was to provide students with an insight of integrated farming which combines agricultural activities, livestock farming, aquaculture, vermiculture and agroforestry.

Guest Lecture

  • Department of Zoology organized a guest lecture on 8 th of April 2024 at 2: 00 pm for all UG Life Sciences student in the Conference Hall at St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women. The topic for the guest lecture was “Application of Life Sciences and its future prospectives”.

Extension Programme

  • Departments of Zoology & Genetics organized the Paper recycling activity in collaboration with ITC WOW (MoU). Students and Faculty from all Streams BA B. Com BSc PG BBA MBA actively participated in the activity. Around 3tonns of paper was collected and sent for recycling. Students and faculty received stationary from ITC.

Awareness Programme

  • The Department of Zoology and Genetics organized an extension activity at Model High School, Sitaphal Mandi, Tarnaka on 24 th November 2023. This program, tailored for students of classes 8, 9, and 10, aimed to raise awareness on crucial topics related to puberty, menstrual cycles, sanitary health, PCOS & PCOD, gender attraction, good touch & bad touch, child marriage, and early pregnancy.

Outreach programme

  • Department of Zoology and Genetics conducted an outreach programme on 10 th January 2024, wherein we visited Sadhana Institute of intellectually challenged cum old aged home in Nacharam in association with AVODHA (An ISR wing).

World Nature Conservation Day

  • The Department of Zoology and Genetics celebrated World Nature Conservation Day by conducting a recycling activity on 5 th August 2023 in the Zoology Laboratory at St. Pious X Degree and P G College for Women at 10.45 A.M.

Interdisciplinary Activity

  • The Department of Zoology organized Interdisciplinary Activity on 19 th February 2024 for the II B. Com students in Zoology Lab at 1.00-2.30pm. Students actively participated and demonstrated their models and charts. The activities included were:
    1. Spineless enigmas- which included riddles on vertebrates
    2. Buzzing connections – A model on beehive to explore the social life of honeybees
    3. A working model of excretory system of Human and mitosis.

Faculty as Resource person:

  • Ms. Amrita Gautam from Dept of Zoology visited as an External Examiner for Zoology Practical at Andhra Mahila Sabha Arts & Science College for Women on 10 th and 11 th of June 2024.

Seminars/FDPs/Conferences Attended

  • Ms. Amrita Gautam, Dept of Zoology from St. Pious X Degree and PG College for Women attended an FDP program on NEP 2020 (3D of MOOCs) organized by UGC- HRDC, Osmania University, Hyderabad, Telangana on 11.07.2023.
  • Ms. Amrita Gautam, Dept of Zoology from St. Pious X Degree and PG College for Women attended has successfully participated in National Intellectual Property Awareness Training Program as part of the National IP Festival organised by O/o CGPDTM and CSIR under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav from (1 st to 31st July, 2023) on 17 July 2023
Lab/Facilities

Department of Zoology is well equipped with the Laboratory facilities for all I,II & III MZC students . An array of Museum specimens is the highlight of the Department.

  • One well equipped Laboratory with museum specimens on display
  • Models and working models
  • Specimens
  • Glassware
  • Haemoglobinometers
  • Fridge
  • pH Meter
  • Water Bath
  • Colorimeter
  • Microtomy
  • Dissection trays
  • Histology Slides
  • Chrysalis open lab
  • Binocular Microscopes
  • Dissection Microscopes
  • Centrifuge Machine
  • Glassware
  • Biovisual charts

Learning Resources

  • 55 books in the Departmental library
  • 11 journals
  • 465 Subject books in the Central Library

ICT Resources

  • 1 Desktop and one Laptop with Wi –Fi connection
  • LCD

Others

  • 1 OHP
  • 1 printer
  • Teaching kits
Achievements

Staff Achievements:

  • As an editorial member of Journal of Entomology,Research Reviewed the article “ Utilization Of Black Soldier Fly ( Hermatia illucens) prepupae in development of bio-packaging film.
  • Dr. Grace Beena Paul Head Dept of Zoology was consulted by Telangana Higher Education Commissioner to evaluate Zoology, State level student study projects.-JIGNASA 2022. There were all together 69 Degree student projects from all over the state of Telangana.The evaluation was based on relevance, objectives, Methodology, result analysis and presentation of their projects.
  • On3rdAugust 2021, Dr.Grace Beena Paul was confirmed and appointed as one of the Editors of International Journal of Entomology Research (Indexed Journal, Referred Journal, Peer Reviewed Journal-ISSN 2455-4758, Impact factor RJIF 5.24)
  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul, received Paul received Novel Research award, certificate of Merit for Academic Contribution in Life Sciences in the year 2020.
  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul, received Letter of appreciation from ITCWOW for recycling old paper for the years 2018-20.
  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul, received an OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR AWARD 2019 for remarkable contribution in the field of Zoology by International Institute of Organized Research.
  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul, received BEST TEACHER AWARD on Teacher’s Day 2019 by National Solidarity Council.
  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul, , received cash award by the Principal Sr. Rev.Velangini, Management, for Faculty Excellence, for receiving several Awards at the National and International Level for the year 2018-2019, during Farewell programme held on 30thApril, 2019.
  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul, received Women in Education award was presented by Bible Society of India on the occasion of Women’s day 2019.
  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul, On 23rd
  • Dr.Grace Beena Paul, received Doctor of Letters from SAARC Countries Higher Education IEU in 2018
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, received an award, as an AMBASSADOR FOR ENVIRONMENT by NIER New Delhi for taking up environmental initiatives at state, National and International level, 2018.
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, received BEST TEACHER AWARD from CEE & FEE and WRIGLEYS for Environmental sustainability,2019.
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, Head dept of Zoology was awarded Bharat VidyaRatan award by International Business Council New-Delhi for Academic Excellence, held on 14th Dec, 2018.
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, received sponsorship from Australian Entomology society to attend and to present Research paper at Melbourne ,Australia 26th-30th November 2016.
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, received an award from ITC Ramky for recycling 6.7 tonnes of old books.
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, ITC Ramky-WOW (Paper industry.) For Sensitizing the Youth towards Environment Sustainability activities such as Workshops ,exhibitions and Seminars and Rallies last 15yrs.
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, was awarded Doctorate in Letter ( D. Litt ) from International Economics University, SAARC Countries in recognition of academic achievements on 24th Nov, 2018.
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, UGC released Travel grant of Rs 1,56,800 to visit Australia,to present research paper in the year 2017.
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, received Best Teacher Award from SAYEN and CEE at Lucknow on 27.11.2017.
  • Mrs. Grace Beena Paul, received Letter of appreciations from A.P (Andhra Pradesh) Forest Department in the year 2011.

Students:

  • On 23rd Feb, 2019 Ms.SudhaSree of III MZC was awarded with cash prize by the management on the occasion of Silver Jubilee Celebration for outstanding performance in semesters examination for securing total 9.86 CGPA.
  • Appreciation letter for collecting 63 tons  from ITC WOW
Click here to view the letter
Clubs

ZOOIC

  • The Department of Zoology conducted various Zooic club activities on 6 th October 2023 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm in Zoology lab and at Chrysalis Park for all the students of UG Lifesciences in recognition of Chrysalis Park.
  • Department of Zoology organised Zooic club activity for the year 2018-19. All the students of I, II and III MZC students participated in this activity. Chief guest Rev. Sr.Velangini inaugurated the programme and awarded the subject toppers of I , II and III MZC of the year 2017-18 with cash prize. Sanjana from III MZCand Kavya of IIMZC were awarded with cash prize for their excellent performance as class representatives.
  • Zooic Club activity : One day workshop in collaboration with Butterfly Conservation Society (BCS)
  • Campus cleanup programme by Zooic Club.
  • Awarding Zoology toppers : Awarded toppers with Cash prize as Zooic club activity

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