Conservation of germplasm and Genetic improvement of various livestock species
To establish elite herd of Nili Ravi for the production of genetically superior young bulls. And to produce, test, propagate and conserve high genetic merit male germplasm
To monitor and establish physiological and biochemical markers for climate change, health and animal production with multidisciplinary approach
Ensure sustainable levels of livestock production in heat stress conditions
Mitigation of enteric methane emission from ruminants using plant secondary metabolites
Evaluation of existing feed practices followed by canine owners and pet food formulation for different categories/breeds using novel feed resources
Potential of different maize hybrids for ensiling
Impact of nutritional interventions in manipulating RM & PV
Nutritional evaluation of cull fruit and vegetables in ruminants and poultry
Use of cereal milling by-products in straw based complete rations and evaluation in ruminants
Use of paddy straw as livestock feed
Surveillance and Monitoring of economically important diseases of livestock and Disease forecasting activities
To improve diagnostics for major infectious diseases of livestock, poultry and companion animals.
Development of improved vaccines.
To study molecular epidemiology and develop strategies for control of major infectious diseases of domestic animals (brucellosis, FMD, HS, TB, JD, Canine Parvovirus, CDV, Chicken anemia virus etc.)
To investigate the antigenic relationship among the various antigenic types of CPV and vaccine strains as well as their cross-protection efficacy
Development of a single multiplex PCR for identification of mastitis causing microorganisms along with the antibiotic resistant genes against commonly used antibiotics in dairy animals
One Health approach to ensure food safety, the control of zoonoses and combatting antibiotic resistance.
Monitoring of Environmental pollutants and drug residues
Ensuring Safety and Quality of Food of Animal Origin
Animal Health Economics of important zoonotic disease for prioritizing research and disease control policies.
Identification, characterization of genes implicated in reproduction, production, disease & stress tolerance and their utilization in genetic improvement of animals
Characterization of stem cells and exploration their use in regenerative medicine
Elucidating the role of Cas6, Cas7 and Cas8 in spirochetes CRISPR adaptive immunity against alien genetic elements
Development and evaluation of therapeutic xenogenic DNA vaccines based on canine homologous marker sequences against mammary tumors in mice models
Xanthosine treatment: A novel strategy to increase milk production and mammary stem cells”
Parentage Determination and Cytogenetic Profiling in Dogs
Assessment of current practices, related risks and policy development for carcasses disposal ecosystem in Punjab, India
Epidemiology, diagnostics (classico-immuno-molecular) and drug resistance (anthelmintics and acaricides) of important parasitic diseases of livestock and pet animals.
Diagnostic approaches for the detection of co-infection of Bovine Tuberculosis and Paratuberculosis
Development and application of newer technological interventions and control strategies to minimise the occurrence of parasitic diseases of the state.
Cytotoxic and genotoxic potential of pesticides and its amelioration with conventional and indigenous means
Evaluation of efficacy of herbal supplementation on production performance of dairy goats
Screening of Citrullus colocynthis and Pongamia pinnata for medicinal potential.
Development of nanoparticle based anti-microbial drug delivery system for combating antibiotic resistance
Studies on B-mode and color Doppler ultrasonography and to work on prognostic and surgical protocols in bovine and equine patient suffering from abdominal affections
To evaluate laser, endoscopic, laparoscopic and Ophthalmic surgery and advanced orthopedic techniques in veterinary patients
Development of novel suture materials and implants for canine arthropathies
Development and clinical applications of biomaterials for root canal treatment and crown therapy in dogs
Diagnosis and surgical management of abdominal and reproductive disorders in equine
Development of Bioactive biodegradable films for the extension of storage stability of livestock products
Encapsulation of natural bioactive compounds and micronutrients for the enhancement of nutritive, stability and processing functionality of meat products
Development of extended storage life functional meat products by incorporating bioactive phyto-ingredients.
Development of species specific, fortified, age specific variety of pet foods by incorporating byproducts of animal industry.
Extraction, characterization and application of multifunctional peptides to develop functional meat products.
Processing and packaging of meat and egg into novel value added meat and egg products
Preservation methodologies and interventions like encapsulation technologies, nanotechnology etc. for quality improvement of livestock products.
Novel value added/Functional meat and egg products with improved functionality by enrichment with fiber, minerals, vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, conjugated linoleic acid, bioactive peptides etc.
Processing technologies for extension of storage life of meat and egg products by incorporating antimicrobial and antioxidant compounds of plants and animal origin and coating with bioactive nano-composite films.
Development of high-value low-volume processed products (ossein, bone morphogenic proteins, gelatine sheets, neat’s foot oil etc.) from slaughter house by-products for environmental safety.
Development of natural scavengers (microbes, enzymes etc.) for reduction of biological oxygen demand of effluents from animal industry to check environmental degradation.
FISHERIES
Development/testing, demonstration and replication of Inland saline water aquaculture technologies
Diversification of carp culture with high value pangas catfish
Development/testing, demonstration and replication of integrated Aquaculture Models
Development of medicated aquaculture feeds by incorporating medicinal herbs
Incorporation of non-conventional feed resources in aquaculture fish feed formulation
Development, demonstration and adoption of Zero wastage fish/shellfish processing technologies
Development, demonstration and replication of Duckweed based eco-friendly bioremediation technology for waste water/village ponds
Non-Food aquaculture (Ornamental fisheries and freshwater pearl culture) technologies
Development, demonstration and replication of region specific Azolla culture technology
Pond cage Aquaculture technologies - Cage culture of high values species in fresh water carp aquaculture ponds
Ecological Mapping of natural water resources – water quality, biodiversity and population dynamics, pollution status & bioaccumulation of potential pollutants in the food chain
Disease Surveillance in aquaculture systems with special reference to village ponds and inland saline areas
DAIRY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Food fortification with micronutrients, vitamins and other functional ingredients using encapsulation of bioactive ingredients and nanotechnology
Prototype development for value addition of whey and pearl millets: for gluten free cookies and muffins
Development and characterization of antimicrobial nanobiocomposite film using nanoparticles
Synergistic Effect of Modified Atmospheric Packaging(MAP) and Antimicrobial Edible packaging on shelf life enhancement of Composite Dairy Foods(Doda Burfi etc.).
Bioactive biodegradable composite films for the extension of Livestock products
To develop innovative technology for the development of new functional dairy foods with enhanced functionality and better acceptability
Animal model study for the safety and bioavailability of nanotechnology based newly developed food ingredients and foods
Utilization of whey and its components as novel food ingredients
Isolation and Characterization of Novel Oxalate Degrading Lactic Acid Bacteria for Possible Probiotic Management of Kidney Stone
Development of Designer Foods for Management of Metabolic disorders
Exploring whey for bioactive peptides for industrial application
Establishment of candidate probiotic strains of Indigenous origin and exploring molecular mechanism of probiotic functionality
Antimicrobial Resistance in Dairy Microflora
Development of paper based microfluidic device for selected adulterants in milk
Development of Ultra-Sonication Based Homogenizer for Small Scale Dairy Farmers
Development of whey protein based biodegradable cup for food and dairy product packaging
Application of thermo fluid for mechanization of process used for manufacture of dairy products
Mechanization of process involved in manufacture of mozzarella cheese
Development of process technology for heat treatment of milk using solar concentrator to manufacture of sterilized milk
Examining the profitability and marketing pattern of livestock based integrated models in Punjab
