Projects since 2013 (ongoing and completed) at the School: Biological Sciences and Biotechnology
S.No. Project Investigator; Co-investigator Title Funding agency Amount (Rs. in lakhs) Duration
1Barros, U.Strengthening the Post-Graduate Teaching in Marine Biotechnology Department. (FIST Progamme)DST 28.00Nov 2007 - Oct 2012
2Bhandari, R.Effect of cyanobacterial biofertilizers on khazan land for sustainable organic rice productionDST&WM, Govt. of Goa9.00Jan 2025 - Jan 2028
3Bhandari, R.Impact of copper stress and its mitigation by proline in rice plantsGoa State Research Foundation, Govt. of Goa1.90Nov 2024 - Nov 2026
4Bhandari, R.Role of UV-B Absorbing Mycosporine Like Amino Acids (MAAs), Scytonemin and Phenolic Compounds due to UV-B Exposure in Cyanobacteria With Reference To Over Expression and FunctionDST 15.88Nov 2007 - Nov 2010
5Bhat, D.J.Culture Extracts of Fungi From Coprophilous, Endophytes, Plant litter, Entomogenous and Marine Habitats for Screening of Secondary MetabolitesCSIR7.38Oct 2008 - Sep 2011
6Bhat, D.J.Taxonomy Capacity Building Project to Research of FungiMEF4.16Apr 2001 - Mar 2011
7Bhat, D.J.Plant and Fungus Bio-diversity Inventory Conservation and Utilization Efforts for the Western Ghats Region, Goa StatePlanning Commission, N. D28.12Apr 2001 - Mar 2004
8Bhat, D.J.Culture Extract of Fungi for Screening of Secondary MetabolitiesCSIR7.39Apr 2001 - Mar 2004
9Bhosle, S.Upgradation of the OASTC, Goa University in to a Centre of Excellence in Marine MicrobiologyMES114.62Apr 2007 - Mar 2013
10Bhosle, S.Anoxygenic Phototrophic Bacterial Primary Productivity and Studies on the Endolithic Bacterial Communities of Marine EcosystemsMoES10.96Nov 2009 - Nov 2012
11Desai Shirodkar, M.; Mukhopadhyay, P.Biodiversity, women’s agency, social perception and livelihood options in Ramsar site of GoaGoa State Research Foundation, Govt. of Goa15.99Jan 2025 - Jan 2028
12Desai Shirodkar, M.Study to know the present status and propose measures to improve the bird diversity in Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, GoaDept. of Science Technology and Waste Management , Govt. of Goa7.92Nov 2023 - Nov 2026
13Desai, P.V.Development of Cell Line for Commercially Available Prawn (Penaeus monodon) Application for Testing Crustacean ViralDST, Goa17.20May 2010 - May 2012
14Desai, P.V.Mass Culture of Hepatopancreatic Cells and Other Cells of Scylla serrata and Isolation of Bioactive CompoundsDBT16.18Jul 2007 - Jul 2010
15Dessai, S.N.Culture and Characterization of Mantle Cells of Paphia malabaricaDST18.50Jan 2009 - Jan 2012
16Dubey, S.K.Biochemical Characterization of Tributyltin Chloride (TBTC) Resistant Bacteria from Marine Environment of Goa, India and Isolation of Genes Encoding Enzyme(s) for TBTC Resistance (Degradation)DBT17.09Sep 2008 - Sep 2010
17Garg, S.Production of Inoculum Formulation Containing Pisolithus sp. for Inoculation of Plant Seedlings Transplanted on Mine's RejectsSesa Goa Ltd., Panaji7.80Jan 2004 - Jan 2009
18Gawade, L.Understanding and Implementing IMTA: An efficient technology towards sustainable mariculture, carbon sequestration, and blue economy boostIndo-German Science and Technology Centre, DST39.00Oct 2023 - Oct 2026
19Gawade, L.; Gad, R.S.Discovering Nature and its MicrobesECSO Global (Absolute) Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi8.00Nov 2023 - Apr 2024
20Ghadi, S.C.Goa University network project under establishment of bioinformatics and computational Boilogy centre for marine bio-resource conservation and sustainable utilization of CUSATDBT74.99Feb 2021 - Feb 2026
21Haldar, S.Application of Metagenomic Technique for Isolation of Microbes from Mangroves for Potential use in Biofertilization and BioremediationSERB-DST N-PDF 2.00Mar 2016 - Mar 2018
22Jalmi, S.K.Elucidation of dual activity of siderophores in iron sequestration and salt toleranceSERB-DST30.40Feb 2022 - Feb 2024
23Jalmi, S.K.Regulation of secondary metabolite biosynthesis in rice varieties of GoaMHRD/UGC10.00Nov 2021 - Nov 2023
24Janarthanam, M.K.Biodiversity Assessment and Management Plan for Cudnem, Velguem, Surla & Shigao mines (consultancy)MFG0.60Jun 2017 - May 2018
25Janarthanam, M.K.; Krishnan, S.Preventing Extinction and Improving Conservation Status of Threatened Plants Through Application of Biotechnological ToolsDBT 35.71Mar 2012 - Jun 2017
26Janarthanam, M.K.All India Coordinated Project on Sacred Grove Ecosystem Service Assessment: Ecosystem Service Assessment in Sacred Groves of GoaMoEF 36.41Mar 2012 - Mar 2017
27Janarthanam, M.K.In-situ Conservation of Critically Endangered Monotypic Tree Genus (Pseudoglochidion) and a Shrub Species (Phyllanthus talbotii) of Western Ghats Using Conventional and Biotechnological ToolsDBT48.45Aug 2008 - Aug 2013
28Kamat, N.M.Creating Wealth from Mining Waste: Towards Eco-friendly and Sustainable Management of Goa`s Iron and Manganese Ore DumpsRNSB, Vasco15.12Nov 2009 - Nov 2011
29Kerkar, S.Bioprospecting of Goan saltpans to identify indigenous pigment producing bacteria suitable for food & pharmaceutical applicationDBT43.97Jan 2022 - Jan 2025
30Kerkar, S.Evaluate Product & Certify Performance of Water purification by Microbiological Analysis (consultancy)DSTE0.01Jun 2017 - May 2018
31Kerkar, S.Consultancy of Water AnalysisEureka Forbes0.14Sep 2016 - Mar 2017
32Kerkar, S.(1) Evaluation of Water Samples of Water Profiles from Different Localities: Plating & Estimating Total Coliforms; (2) Qualification of TDS in Water Samples (Consultancy)DSTE (Govt. of Goa)0.14Sep 2016 - Dec 2016
33Kerkar, S.Impact of Tourism on Estuarine Water Quality and Effect on Mangrove and Saltpan Ecosystem of GoaDSTE, Goa19.55Nov 2013 - Oct 2016
34Kerkar, S.Manufacture of Water Purifier (Consultancy)Eureka Forbes Ltd., Mumbai0.14Mar 2016 - May 2016
35Kerkar, S.Water Samples for Analysis (Consultancy)Eureka Forbes Ltd., Mumbai0.14Mar 2015 - Mar 2015
36Kerkar, S.Manufacture of Water Purifier (Consultancy)Eureka Forbes Ltd., Mumbai0.10Sep 2014 - Sep 2014
37Kerkar, S.Screening of Marine Microbes from Salterns of Goa for Bioactive CompoundsCSIR3.46Apr 2006 - Mar 2007
38Kerkar, V.An Assessment of Occurrence of Algal Blooms Along the Coast of Goa and Gujarat and its Ecological ImplicationsMES20.00Feb 2008 - Feb 2013
39Krishnan, S.Histochemical and Biotechnological Characterization of High Value Medicinal Plants Annona muricata and Rauvolfia verticillata from the Western Ghats of IndiaCSIR24.96Jun 2018 - Jun 2021
40Krishnan, S.Dye Yielding Plants of Goa and Their Potential Use in Biological and Textile StainingDSTE, Govt. of Goa7.50Aug 2017 - Aug 2020
41Krishnan, S.Large Scale Screening for High Garcinol and Hydroxycitric Acid, in Vitro Culture and Molecular Characterization of Garcinia species from the Western Ghats of IndiaCSIR 12.69Oct 2012 - Mar 2016
42Krishnan, S.Grain Quality Evaluation, Chalkiness Formation and Molecular Genetic Diversity Studies of Rice Varieties of GoaDSTE, Goa3.86Mar 2010 - Mar 2013
43Krishnan, S.Histochemical Biochemical and Tissue Culture Studies of Garcinia indica Choisu (Kokum)CSIR7.71Sep 2007 - Sep 2010
44Muraleedharan, U.D.; Matta, V.M.Biogeochemical Studies of the Arabian Sea and the Effect of Riverine Inputs from the Mandovi-Zuari System along the West Coast of IndiaMoES64.00Sep 2011 - Mar 2018
45Naik, A.V.Exploring the Mysteries of Gymnacranthera canarica: Phytochemistry, In vitro Culture, and Bio-Efficacy Investigations in the Myristica Swamps of Western Ghats, IndiaGoa State Research Foundation, Govt. of Goa5.00Jan 2024 - Jan 2026
46Naik, M.M.; Charya, L.S.Microplastics in ballast water as an emerging vector for bacterial pathogens and Harmful Algal Bloom species: a potential risk to the marine environment and human healthMin. of Science & Technology, Dept. of Biotechnology34.70Sep 2024 - Sep 2027
47Naik, M.M.Studies on Involvement of Quorum Sensing Molecules in Development of Biofilm and Expression of Virulence Genes in Listeria monocytogenes and Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Dairy IndustrySERB-DST11.50Feb 2016 - Feb 2019
48Noronha, J.M.Assessment of Microbial Contributions to the Health of Wetlands in GoaGSWA-Goa State Wetland Authority3.55May 2023 - May 2024
49Pai, I.K.Investigations in Zooplankton Diversity, Distribution Pattern and Documentation in South West Coast of Indian EEZUGC6.90Jan 2010 - Jan 2013
50Pereira, Preeti A.Taxonomy, Regional-Scale diversity, and Geographical Distribution of Marine Sponges (Phylum: Porifera) from the West Coast (Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka) of IndiaSERB-TARE18.30Nov 2023 - Oct 2026
51Prabhu, M.S.Seaweed biofilter system for sequestration of heavy metals from industrial wastewaterGoa State Research Foundation, Govt. of Goa20.80Mar 2024 - Mar 2027
52Randive, P.Systematic Studies on Lichens of Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, GoaDST16.89Jun 2017 - Jun 2020
53Rodrigues, B.F.To develop AM fungal biofertilizer for Cocos nucifera (coconut) (Consultancy)Deejay Coconut Farm Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru1.27Sep 2021 - Mar 2023
54Rodrigues, B.F.Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Spores ConsultancyMicrobial Farm, PRIVI Research & Consultancy Pudukkottai, TN0.04Mar 2023 - Mar 2023
55Rodrigues, B.F.Screening for the efficient microbial consortium for yield improvement in Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.DSTE, Govt. of Goa6.00Dec 2019 - Dec 2022
56Rodrigues, B.F.Consultancy to provide expertise and guidance for formulation of AM fungaal inoculum for Deejay Coconut trees at Uguem FarmDeejay Coconut Farm Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru0.30Sep 2022 - Nov 2022
57Rodrigues, B.F.Mangrove Mapping for Coast of GoaSpace Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmadabad24.45Apr 2019 - Apr 2022
58Rodrigues, B.F.Vegetation survey of Bordem Plateau, North Goa (Consultancy)Vithu Satelkar, Moira, Bardez, Goa0.16Sep 2021 - Sep 2021
59Rodrigues, B.F.Retrieval of biophysical parameters in part of Western Ghats using GISATSpace Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmadabad9.90Oct 2017 - Oct 2019
60Rodrigues, B.F.Bio-Physical Characterization and Site Suitability Analysis for Indian Mangroves (PRACRITI Phase-II Programme)Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmadabad20.00Aug 2014 - Aug 2017
61Rodrigues, B.F.Monitoring of Afforestation Works undertaken in CAMPA during the year 2014-15 by the Forest DepartmentForest Department, Government of Goa2.63Nov 2016 - Mar 2017
62Rodrigues, B.F.Impact of dust emission on Cashew productivity at Calsanichomato de Oilamol iron ore mineM/s Lithoferro0.48May 2010 - Sep 2011
63Rodrigues, B.F.Screening for efficient Arbuscular Mycorrhizal (AM) fungal bioinoculants in selected ornamental flowering plants of commercial importanceDST9.44Jan 2009 - Jan 2011
64Rodrigues, B.F.Regeneration of Trema orientalis and Macaranga peltata plants using in vitro culture techniquesSociedade de Fomento Ind. Pvt. Ltd.6.22Jan 2008 - Jan 2010
65Rodrigues, B.F.Survey of Medicinal plants of Western Ghats of GoaICMR, New Delhi3.23Oct 2001 - Sep 2004
66Rodrigues, B.F.Identification and selection of efficient vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (VAMF) for revegetation of the coastal sand dunes of GoaDST3.91Feb 1999 - Feb 2001
67Rodrigues, B.F.Selection of suitable vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (VAMF) for reclamation of iron ore mine wastelands of Goa DST3.15Jun 1995 - Jun 1997
68Rodrigues, B.F.Legume Flora of Goa - Survey and identification of edible and economically viable legumesCSIR2.08Apr 1995 - Apr 1997
69Rodrigues, B.F.Survey, Screening, and Selection of metal tolerant native plant species for launching an effective revegetation programme of Iron ore mines in GoaDepartment of Science, Technology & Environment, Govt. of Goa1.34Dec 1992 - Dec 1994
70Rodrigues, B.F.DNES Energy Plantations at Goa UniversityDNES, New Delhi1.00Jul 1992 - Jul 1992
71Roy, R.; Kerkar, S.Development of Alternative Sustainable Fish Feeds to Promote Human Health using Novel Non-conventional Indigenous IngredientsDBT (India); BBSRC (UK)114.00Apr 2016 - Oct 2019
72Roy, R.; Dessai, S.N.Lipidomics of Some Fishes: Control of Inflammatory Disease DBT28.93Aug 2009 - Aug 2012
73Roy, R.Membrane Lipid Bilayer and Osmoregulation: A Study With Gill Epithelial Cells of Mud Crab, Scylla serrataUGC7.36Dec 2008 - Dec 2011
74Roy, R.Mebrane Lipid Phase Behaviour and Cellular FunctionsDST2.00Sep 2006 - Sep 2009
75Roy, R.Effect of Dietary Fish and Meat, as a Source of Lipid on the Alcohol Induced Damage of Liver Cirrhosis in Mice, Mus musculus.STE 4.20Aug 2006 - Aug 2009
76Salgaonkar, B.B.; Naik, D.G.Technology Development and Bioprocess Engineering of Agro-Industrial and Single use Polyethylenewaste to biodegradable Polyhydroxyalkanoates by Halophilic MicroorganismsDBT38.84May 2024 - May 2027
77Salgaonkar, B.B.Development of a fish feed product prototype using prebiotics and vitamins supplement, from non-pathogenic, gut-friendly halophilic archaea (UGC start-up Grant)SERB-DST 28.11Jan 2022 - Dec 2024
78Salgaonkar, B.B.; Bugde, S.T.Biotechnological potential of Extremozymes from Halophilic archaea, Isolated from Solar Salterns of Goa-IndiaDST&WM, Govt. of Goa3.00Jun 2022 - Jun 2024
79Salgaonkar, B.B.The Biodiversity and Ecology of the Fragile Ecosystem of Goa: The Mangroves and the SaltpansGoa Forest Department, Govt. of Goa4.98Aug 2022 - Aug 2023
80Sawant, N.S.Evaluation of Ecosystem Functioning using Herpetofauna as a Model System in Goa and Adjoining Areas of Maharashtra and KarnatakaMoEF&CC, Govt. of India, New Delhi43.43Dec 2024 - Dec 2026
81Sawant, N.S.Diversity of Herpetofauna of Goa, Maharashtra and KarnatakaMoEF&CC, Govt. of India, New Delhi50.20Jan 2020 - Jan 2024
82Sawant, N.S.Faunal Assessment of Goa University Campus (Green Audit)Goa University1.30Oct 2022 - Oct 2023
83Sawant, N.S.Conserving Coastal Resources: A Study of Rampon Fishing and its implications in GoaGoa State Biodiversity Board5.00Aug 2022 - Aug 2023
84Sawant, N.S.Faunal studies of Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary and Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, Goa, IndiaGoa Forest Department, Govt. of Goa5.00Aug 2022 - Aug 2023
85Sawant, N.S.Conservation and management of Mangrove and intertidal mudflats along the coastline of Goa, India (Consultancy)Goa Forest Department, Govt. of Goa3.00Jul 2022 - Jan 2023
86Sawant, N.S.Development of Butterfly Gardens , Govt. College Pernem and SankhalimDHE, Govt. of Goa8.00Nov 2020 - Nov 2021
87Sawant, N.S.Preparation of Management Plan for Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary, Govt. of GoaGoa Forest Department, Govt. of Goa4.99Dec 2019 - Dec 2020
88Shanbhag, A.B.Assessment of Bird Diversity as the Yardstick to Measure the Ecological Efficiency of Monoculture Forest PlantationCSIR0.91Apr 2007 - Mar 2008
89Sharma, P.K.Biodiversity, Eco-physiology and Biotechnology UGC-SAP (DRS III)UGC-SAP 118.00Apr 2015 - Mar 2020
90Sharma, P.K.The Behaviour of Engineered Nanoparticle on Interaction with Plants Root, Their Absorption, Uptake, Translocation, Photosynthesis and Molecular Response under Controlled Conditions in Hydroponics SystemDST28.44Jan 2010 - Jan 2013
91Sharma, P.K.Phytochemical Analysis of Whole Plant of Garcini indica Choisy (Kokum) to Characterize for Antioxidant Properties Under In Vitro ConditionsCSIR6.21Sep 2007 - Sep 2010
92Shyama, S.K.Genetic Stock Structure of Shevto Grey Mullet (Mugil cephalus) across Estuarine and Brackish Water of Goa and Development of Molecular Marker for Quick Identification of Different StocksDSTE, Govt. of Goa3.00Apr 2018 - Apr 2019
93Shyama, S.K.Genotoxicity Studies on Field Populations of Commercially Important Fin Fishes and Shellfishes of Central West Coast of IndiaMoES15.89Jun 2010 - Jun 2013
94Shyama, S.K.Evaluation of the Genotoxic Effect of Ionizing Radiation in Somatic Germinal Cells of FishesDAE36.00May 2009 - May 2012
95Tiwari, D.K.Photodynamic Therapy Using Virus-Like Nanoparticle (VLNP) Based BRET Nano-photosensitizer for Non-invasive Cancer TreatmentDBT88.00Mar 2018 - Feb 2023
96Tiwari, Manisha; Kerkar, S.Development of Ultra-Sensitive Luminescent Paper Biosensor for Quantification of Cadmium and Arsenic Heavy Metal Contamination in Drinking Water and SeafoodDBT42.26Nov 2019 - Nov 2022