Faculty
Centre For Translational Research
Dr. J. Thanislass
Professor & Head
Specialization: Veterinary Biochemistry
Qualification: MSc., Ph.D.,
Instituitional Email: thanislass@river.edu.in
Dr. V. M. Vivek Srinivas
Assistant Professor
Specialization: Veterinary Microbiology
Qualification: MVSc., Ph.D.,
Instituitional Email: vivekvmc@river.edu.in
Dr. George Dominic
Assistant Professor
Specialization: Animal Nutrition
Qualification: MVSc., Ph.D.,
Instituitional Email: georgedominic@river.edu.in
Dr. J Nikhil Kumar Tej
Assistant Professor
Specialization: Veterinary Physiology
Qualification: MVSc., Ph.D.,
Instituitional Email: nikhilvpy@river.edu.in
Dr. M. V. Silpa
Assistant Professor
Specialization: Animal Genetics and Breeding
Qualification: MVSc., Ph.D.,
Instituitional Email: mv.silpa@river.edu.in
AREAS OF RESEARCH
a. DISEASE DIAGNOSTICS
- Molecular diagnostics: Development of PCR / Real-Time PCR kits for identification of Viral / Bacterial / Parasitic diseases in animals.
- Field-based immunodiagnostics: Development of Lateral Flow Immunoassay kits for rapid and field based diagnostics of Viral / Bacterial / Parasitic diseases in animals
- Molecular detection of AMR pathogen–An one health approach: Molecular tools for identification of pathogens and theirs AMR genes in the isolates obtained from the animal, human and environment
b. NOVEL NUTRITIONAL STRATEGIES
- Sustainable: Anti Stress Products, Immunity Boosters
- Environment friendly: Anti-methanogenic Products
- Economical: Multifunctional Feed Additives; Digitization of Precision Feeding for Livestock; Capacity Building Program
- Quality Animal Products: Novel Antimicrobial Peptides / Agents; Fortified Feed Blocks
c. REPRODUCTIVEINTERVENTIONS
- Novel agents to improve reproductive efficiency: Identification of novel agents which augment ovarian activity in small / large ruminants to improve reproductive efficiency
- Novel agents to overcome heat stress: Evaluation of effect of novel agents on heat stress amelioration in ovarian granulosa cells and preantral follicles in Goats
- Field based pregnancy diagnostic kits: Development of farmer friendly pregnancy diagnostic kits for ruminants
d. CLIMATE RESILIENT AND SUSTAINABLE LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION
- Exploiting the genetic potential of indigenous breeds
- Application of advanced molecular tools
- Precision livestock farming
- Identification of agro-ecological zone specific breeds
- Climate change and livestock diseases
- Genetic selection and breeding management towards climate resilience
- Climate smart livestock production
- Redefining livestock breeding policies
Research Projects
Total No. of Projects from the Department:5
a. Ongoing Research Projects
| Title of the Project | Name of the Investigators | Funding Agency | Duration | Amount Sanctioned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All India Co-ordinated Research Project (AICRP) for epidemiological studies on Foot and Mouth Disease | Dr. H.K. Mukhopadhyay (PI) Dr. V.M. Vivek Srinivas (Co-PI) |
LHDCP on FMD | 2014 - continuing | 6.38 Lakhs (Annual Grant 2022- 23) |
b. Completed Research Projects
| Title of the Project | Name of the Investigators | Funding Agency | Duration | Amount Sanctioned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microbial quality of fresh meat at different outlets of Pondicherry and its significance to Public Health | Dr. HK.Mukhopadhyay (PI) | DST, Pondy | 12 months | 0.6 Lakhs |
| Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus from cases of Bovine mastitis and their potential role in transmission to human beings | Dr. P.X. Antony (PI) | DST, Pondy | 12 months | 1 Lakhs |
| Development Of Molecular Diagnostic Tool For Surveillance And Genotyping of Canine Parvovirus Circulating In India | Dr.H.K.Mukhopadhyay (PI) Dr. P.X. Antony (Co-PI) Dr. J.Thanislass (Co-PI) Dr. R.M. Pillai (Co-PI) |
DBT, Govt. of India | 3 Years | 33.44 Lakhs |
| Clinical and sero-epidemiological study of Scrub typhus, spotted fever and Q fever, in Puducherry | Dr. P.X. Antony (Co-PI) | ICMR Ad-hoc Task Force Research Project | ||
Laboratory Facility
- Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Veterinary Education & Research (RIVER) has recently established a new molecular technique facility equipped with advanced model instruments in PCR / Real-time PCR, Gas Chromatography, Computer-assisted semen analyzer, Photomicrographic unit, Electrophoretic apparatus, Gel documentation system, UV spectrophotometers, Bioinformatics tools, etc. at the Centre for Translational Research -cum- Central Instrumentation Facility, RIVER, Puducherry.
- The facility conducts regular training programmes aimed at providing systematic knowledge on various aspects of molecular techniques for research, troubleshooting, and familiarization with the facilities at CTR-cum-CIF, RIVER.
- The entire facility and training programmes organized at this facility are coordinated by highly qualified professionals with research/teaching experience in molecular techniques.
Services Provided
a) Training:
- The Department is also engaged in extension activities by way of participating in the training programme for farmers and school children.
- Exposure to different herbs available in the herbal garden, which is maintained by the department.
- Participation in the Farm Fest
b) Sales:
- Sale of saplings of herbal plants
Facilities Available
| Sl. No | Laboratory / Farm / Clinical facilities Available |
|---|---|
| 1 | HISTOLOGY LABORATORY |
| 2 | GROSS ANATOMY LABORATORY-I [DISSECTION] |
| 3 | GROSS ANATOMY LABORATORY-II [OSTEOLOGY] |
| 4 | RESEARCH LABORATORY – (PG ) |
| 5 | REFERRAL MUSEUM |
| Sl. No | Major instruments Available |
|---|---|
| 1 | Trinocular Modular Research Microscope With Accessories Carton Model. |
| 2 | Bavimed Automatic Tissue Processor- German |
| 3 | Microtome Biocut S/R Specimen Retraction. |
| 4 | Histobath |
| 5 | Histoplate |
| 6 | Automatic Knife Sharpener |
| 7 | Bavimed Tissue Embedder (Model 2080T, German Make) |
| 8 | Yorco Incubator(Bacteriological )Type M |
| 9 | Yorco Egg Incubator |
POST GRADUATES FROM THE DEPARTMENT
Total No. of Post graduates from the Department: 32
| Year | Postgraduate | Thesis Research |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Dr. M. Karthik | Isolation, antibiogram and PCR based detection of Major Pathogens associated with canine otitis externa |
| 2007 | Dr. A. Amsaveni | Development of PCR assay for detection of major pathogens of bovine mastitis in Pondicherry |
| 2007 | Dr. D. Panneer | Development and evaluation of diagnostic tests for detection of canine parvovirus |
| 2008 | Dr. N. Krithiga | Molecular characterization of Staphylococci isolated from cases of bovine mastitis in Puducherry |
| 2008 | Dr. S. Parthiban | Isolation and characterization of canine Parvovirus in Puducherry |
| 2008 | Dr. Sowmya M | Comparison of diagnostic tests for detection of Mycobacterium avium sub sp paratuberculosis in cattle |
| 2009 | Dr. J. Mohanraj | Molecular characterization of field and vaccine strains of canine parvovirus by polymerase chain reaction and sequencing |
| 2009 | Dr. M. Stalin | Isolation, characterization and PCR based detection of salmonella from chicken meat sold in retail outlets in Puducherry |
| 2010 | Dr. V. M. Vivek Srinivas | Molecular Epidemiology of Canine Parvovirus in Southern India |
| 2010 | Dr. S. Vishnu Priya | Studies on Methicillin resistance in Staphylococci associated with bovine mastitis and their zoonotic importance |
| 2010 | Dr. R. Sumanth Kumar | Isolation, Molecular and serological detection of leptospires in dogs in and around Puducherry |
| 2011 | Dr. J. Devi | Molecular characterization of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococci from dogs and their relationship to human isolates |
| 2011 | Dr. Samyukta Lakshmi M | Genotyping of Canine Parvovirus in Southern India and cross antigenic evaluation of vaccine strains |
| 2011 | Dr. Udaya Seetha | Malassezia species associated with dermatitis in dogs and their antifungal susceptibility |
| 2012 | Dr. Blessy Rajan | Serological and molecular diagnosis of bovine leptospirosis in and around Puducherry |
| 2012 | Dr. Nobal Rajkumar T | Genetic analysis and monitoring of canine parvovirus strains circulating in southern India |
| 2012 | Dr. Sangeetha. B | Molecular detection and characterization of fluoroquinolone resistance in Escherchia coli associated with mastitis and diarrhea in bovines |
| 2014 | Dr. Bhavani P. | Molecular screening of staphylococci isolated from cases of bovine mastitis for enterotoxin genes |
| 2014 | Dr. Mangadevi N | Sequence analysis of VP2 encoding gene of canine and feline Parvo virus strains in India |
| 2015 | Dr. Brindhalakshmi B | Comparative genomic analysis of field isolates, cell culture passaged and vaccines strains of canine/feline Parvo virus |
| 2016 | Dr. Aarthi M.R | Detection of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus in chicken meat sold in retail outlets in and around Puducherry |
| 2016 | Dr. Sangeetha S. | Cloning and Expression of recombinant VP2 capsid protein gene of canine parvovirus in E. coli system |
| 2017 | Dr. Jayalaksmi, V | Pre and Post Vaccinal Immune Responses and Faecal Shedding of Canine Parvovirus After Modified Live Virus Vaccination In Pups |
| 2017 | Dr. Venkatvasan R | Isolation and Molecular Characterization of Methicillin - Resistant Staphylococcus aureus From Goats and Their Relationship To Human Isolates |
| 2019 | Dr. Abirami M. | Detection and molecular characterization of canine distemper virus in dogs in Puducherry region |
| 2019 | Dr. Indhuja G. | Isolation and Molecular characterization of Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus from pigs and pig handlers in Puducherry |
| 2019 | Dr. Bhaswanth K. | Phylodynamics and Genetic diversity of Parvo viruses of dogs and cats in southern India |
| 2020 | Dr. S. Tamilarasu | Detection and molecular characterization of Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase / pAmp-C producing Escherichia coli isolated from Dogs and Dog owners in Puducherry |
| 2023 | Dr. B. Sai Nehru | Isolation and molecular characterization of Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase / Carbapenemase producing fluoroquinolone resistant Escherichia coli from broiler birds and chicken samples |
| 2023 | Dr. K. Harish Reddy | Molecular detection and comparative genomic analysis of Canine Parvovirus strains in India |
| 2023 | Dr. D. Nivedha | Molecular detection of Zoonotic pathogens in rodents and shrews and determination of their antimicrobial resistance |
| Ongoing | Dr. Shashank Chaluva N | Molecular detection of Bacterial pathogens from thoroughbred equines, |