Mandate/Thrust area
Teaching :
1. Imparting instructions to B.V.Sc. & A.H. students in Veterinary Pharmacology & toxicology as per revised VCI syllabus.
2. Imparting instructions and research orientation at Post Graduate level (M.V.Sc. and Ph.D).
Research :
1. Conducting research on in vitro & in vivo toxicity along with
agents which helps toxicity amelioration.
2. Antibiotic residues and Pharmacokinetics studies.
Extension :
Imparting training to students/ farmers in diagnosis, treatment and control of toxicity in animals.
The flagship areas:
- Bioprospection of molecules from natural resources for their therapeutic effects; anti-cancer, anti-convulsant, anti-oxidant, hypoglycemic, nephroprotective, hepatoprotective, anti-diabetic and antihypertensive potential.
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Establishment of regional centre for estimation and evaluation of antimicrobial and pesticides residual levels in foods of animal origin.
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In-vitro toxicity studies of environmental contaminants and their amelioration with natural antioxidants.
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Disposition kinetics and altered dosage regimen in various affections using different antimicrobial agents.