ଗଙ୍ଗାଧର ମେହେର ବିଶ୍ୱବିଦ୍ୟାଳୟ, ସମ୍ବଲପୁର, ଓଡିଶା

Gangadhar Meher University, Sambalpur, Odisha

School of Zoology

Head Of School

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Dr. Pramoda Kumar Samal

Associate Professor

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pksamal@gmail.com

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About School

The Department of Zoology at Gangadhar Meher University is a dynamic and thriving center of academic excellence and research innovation. Established in 1957, the department has a rich history of advancing the understanding of animal biology and ecology. Our faculty comprises distinguished scholars and dedicated educators who specialize in diverse fields such as genetics, ecology, evolution, physiology, and conservation biology. With a commitment to fostering intellectual curiosity and scientific rigor, the department offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on experience.

Our state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities provide students and faculty with the tools necessary to conduct cutting-edge research that addresses some of the most pressing biological and environmental challenges of our time. We pride ourselves on a collaborative and inclusive academic environment, where students are encouraged to engage in interdisciplinary studies and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries.

The department offers undergraduate, master's and Doctoral programme designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for successful careers in academia, industry, government, and non-profit organizations. We are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of zoologists and fostering a deep appreciation for the complexity and diversity of the animal kingdom.

In addition to our strong academic programs, the Department of Zoology is actively involved in community outreach and environmental conservation initiatives. Our faculty and students work closely with local, national, and international partners to promote biodiversity conservation and sustainable management of natural resources.

Join us at the Department of Zoology, Gangadhar Meher University, where education meets innovation, and passion for the natural world drives our quest for knowledge.

Selected Publications
  • Circadian variations in foraging and resting/standing activity patterns of stray street cattle of urban Sambalpur, Odisha, India

    WoS Indexed: ; Scopus Indexed: ; UGC Care Listed: ; vol: 51; pg: ; Publisher: ; Impact Factor: 1.1; DOI : https://doi.org/10.1080/09291016.2019.1573461

    Dr. HEMA KUMAR NAYAK

  • Ecological and human health risk associated with heavy metals in sediments and bioaccumulation in some commercially important fishes in Mahanadi River, Odisha, India

    WoS Indexed: Yes; Scopus Indexed: Yes; UGC Care Listed: ; vol: 5; pg: 168-177; Publisher: Elsevier; Impact Factor: ; DOI : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enceco.2023.08.001

    Mr. SAWAN KUMAR SAHOO

Research Project
  • Comparative analysis of the effect of pesticides (Organophosphates) on Population Ecology of Soil Nematodes in irrigated and Non-irrigated rice field of Sambalpur District, Orissa

    Dr. HEMA KUMAR NAYAK

  • Role of soil Nematodes in litter decomposition and soil fertility in natural and artificial Teak forest of Sambalpur District, Orissa

    Dr. HEMA KUMAR NAYAK