Department of Life Science

Courses

Syllabus:

• Syllbus M.Sc- I Sem I & II.

• MSc LIFE SC (PART ONE) SYLLABUS 2014-15 (AUG 26 2014)

• MSc LIFE SC (PART TWO) BIOMAC SYLLABUS AUG 26 2014

• MSc LIFE SC (PART TWO) BIOTECH SYLLABUS AUG 26 2014

• MSc LIFE SC (PART TWO) ENV BIOTECH SYLLABUS JUN 07 2014

• MSc LIFE SC (PART TWO) NEURO SYLLABUS JUN 07 2014

The Department offers Post-graduate Degree Courses such as M.Sc. (by Papers as well as by Research), and Ph.D. in Life Sciences.

1. M.Sc. Degree (by Papers): The M.Sc. Degree (by Papers) can be obtained with one of the four electives such as:

Biotechnology,
Biological Macromolecules,
Applied Medical Sciences, and
Neurobiology.

The M.Sc. courses are conducted at the University Department of Life Sciences along with three affiliated Colleges of the University in Mumbai, namely Ramnarain Ruia College (Matunga), Sophia College (Bhulabhai Desai Marg, formerly Warden Road) and St. Xavier College (Fort). UDLSc offers the first two electives for those who wish to seek admission for M.Sc. Degree (by Papers), whereas one could also opt for Biotechnology (elective) at Ramnarain Ruia College, Applied Medical Sciences (elective) at St. Xavier College, and Neurobiology (elective from the above) at Sophia College.

The candidates seeking admission for M.Sc. Degree (in Life Sciences) are offered above electives based on their merit (both at Under-graduate level and performance in the entrance examination conducted by UDLSc).

The M.Sc. (Part I) Syllabus for all the electives of Life Sciences is common and lectures for all the students (seeking admissions in all the above-mentioned Colleges) are conducted at UDLSc. Practicals, however, are conducted in the respective Colleges. In the second year of M.Sc. (i.e., Part II with chosen electives), all the lectures and practicals are conducted in respective Colleges.

2. M.Sc. Degree (by Research):

The M.Sc. Degree (by Research) involves submission of Dissertation to the University based on the research conducted under the supervision of a Faculty Member working at UDLSc. Besides, the Candidate seeking M.Sc. Degree (by Research) also needs to clear two Papers of theory (written examination of 100 marks each) conducted by the University of Mumbai.

The Syllabus of Theory Papers is restricted to two Papers (Paper II, i.e., Cell and Molecular Biology; and Paper III, i.e., Measurements and Techniques in Biology) of first year of M.Sc. Degree Course (in Life Sciences). The areas of research, which a Candidate could opt for M.Sc. Degree (by Research) and the number of seats available at UDLSc is prerogative of respective Research Guides of UDLSc.

3. Ph.D. Degree:

The Ph.D. Degree (in Life Sciences): involves submission of Dissertation to the University based on the research conducted under the supervision of a Faculty Member (who is a recognised Teacher of the University for guiding students for Ph.D. Degree) working at UDLSc. Students with Masters Degree (M.Sc.) in Sciences (as per the University Circular No. UG 1441 of 2005, dated October 25, 2005) are entitled to seek admission for Ph.D. Programme of UDLSc.

The areas of (topics for) research leading to M.Sc. (by Research) and Ph.D. Degrees can be chosen by students as per the research areas of the respective Guides in the Department of Life Sciences.

Eligibility:

M.Sc. (by Papers & by Research) and Ph.D. Programmes:

University of Mumbai, as per the resolution of the Ad-Hoc Committee in Life Sciences (appointed by the Academic Council) dated February 21, 2006, has provided eligibility guidelines to Candidates seeking M.Sc. (by Papers and by Research) and Ph.D. Degrees in Life Sciences.

The relevant details as approved by the Academic Council of the University of Mumbai are highlighted in the Prospectus of the Department, which can be obtained from the UDLSc Office.

FEES:

The fees structure for various Courses in Life Sciences is provided below. Students seeking admissions in the University Department of Life Sciences are required to pay their Term Fees to the University of Mumbai, whereas those securing admissions in the affiliated Colleges should pay their Fees in respective Colleges.

1. The fees structure (for full Academic Year):

M.Sc. (by Papers) Part I: Rs. 5,436.00

M.Sc. (by Papers) Part II: Rs.3,621.00

M.Sc. (by Research): Rs.7,436.00

Ph.D.: Rs.8,636.00

2.Conditions for payment of Fees:

Conditions for payment of Fees are provided below:

Tuition Fees once paid is normally Not Refunded.

The Deposit of Rs. 1000.00 will be refunded only after successful completion of Degree Course by the Candidate. In case of genuine reasons, the Deposit is refunded to the Candidate. Claim for such refund (of the Deposit) must be made in the prescribed Form (available at UDLSc/ respective Colleges where Candidate is admitted) along with the original receipt within one year from the date of passing out from/ leaving the Department/ respective College, failing which the Deposit would be forfeited.

All the Post-graduate Students (seeking M.Sc. Degree by Research) are required to pay the Tuition Fees till the time they submit their Theses.

All the post-graduate Students who do not continue their studies after the first Term of Academic Year, are still required to pay the Tuition Fees the entire (Academic) Year

Students passing out from/ leaving the Department would not be entitled for Transference Certificate unless they clear the dues, if any.

Students are expected to pay their Tuition Fees to the University/ respective Colleges on the specified Date/ Time, failing which they would be entitled for a fine (as may be fixed by UDLSc/ respective Colleges at that time).

Students registered for Ph.D. Programme are required to pay Rs. 8636.00 per year till the submission of Thesis.

Research:

The Faculty Members of UDLSc have executed major Research Projects with financial assistance from various Funding Agencies. The details of sources of funding are provided below:

National Funding Agencies:

Department of Science and Technology (DST, New Delhi), University Grants Commission (UGC, New Delhi), Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR, New Delhi), Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR, New Delhi), Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India (MoEF, New Delhi)

Seminar and Events

Department Day

Faculty

The Faculty Members of University Department of Life Sciences are derived from diverse academic and interdisciplinary research backgrounds. Their names and research areas of current interests are provided below:

	Dr. Indu Anna George, M.Sc., Ph.D. Designation: Associate Professor and Head                      In-charge Director, Western Regional Instrumentation Centre Basic Discipline: Botany (M. Sc. in Biotechnology; Ph.D. in Life Sciences) Recognition: Recognised Teacher of the University of Mumbai to guide students seeking M.Sc. and Ph. D. Degrees. E-mail: indu66@yahoo.com, indu.george@lifesciences.mu.ac.in Current Research Areas: Plant Biotechnology, Micropropagation of rare and economically important plants, secondary metabolite analysis, biosynthesis of nanoparticles and molecular profiling of plants PROFILE
	SANJAY DESHMUKH, MSc, PhD, DSc (Honoris Causa) Designation:  Professor of Life Sciences; Former Vice Chancellor of Mumbai University (2015-17) Basic Discipline: Botany MSc (Botany - Ecology); PhD (Science) Recognition:  University of Mumbai, Mumbai: Recognised Teacher of the University of Mumbai to guide students seeking M.Sc.(by research) and Ph.D. Degrees in the subjects of Life Sciences, Botany, Environmental Sciences and Biotechnology; Ohio State University, Ohio Columbus, USA (1996): Recognised as PhD Supervisor in the subject of Geography. Areas of research interest: Climate change: (a) Impact of Climate change on Biological diversity and implications on human livelihoods; (b) Adaptation of marine fauna to climate change. Coastal and Marine Biodiversity: (a) conservation and sustainable utilisation of mangrove and seaweed ecosystems; (b) management of marine protected areas. Ecology: (a) ecosystem dynamics; (b) ecological restoration of degraded areas; (c) mine waste reclamation. Genetic Resources Conservation: (a) In situ and ex situ conservation of mangrove forest genetic resources of the World. Biology of Humans: (a) Cancer Genetics; (b) Neurological responses of humans to various stresses that lead to sleep disorders. Natural Resources Management: (a) management of Marine Biosphere Reserves (India); (b) managing common property resources for economic and social upliftment of rural communities. Project Preparation and Evaluation: (a) development and planning projects for biodiversity conservation; (b) institutional evaluation. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): (a) ecological as well as socio-economic evaluation of developmental projects; (b) guideline/ mitigation measures for achieving conservation-based development. Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development: (a) biovillages and their operationalization; (b) farmers’ and breeders’ rights with respect to improved productivity; (c) rewarding informal innovations of indigenous/ rural communities. Bamboo development: (a) Role of bamboo in mitigating climate change; (b) Bamboo for sustainable livelihood enhancement. Environmental Impact Assessment of Mega-Projects: (a) EIA of various mega-projects in specialized sectors such as Power (Thermal Power), Petrochemicals, Hill Stations, etc. Institution Building: Provide leadership to Institutes of Higher Education and create leaders who would contribute to Nation’s Agenda of ecological security, economic efficiency and social equity. Contact: Tel: + 91 22 2654 3060 (Off.); + 91 22 2654 3060 (Off. - Direct) Tel: + 91 22 2654 3266 (Off.: Lab. # 304) Handheld: + 91 9820 095 085 (Personal) E-mail:  sanjaydeshmukh[at]mu.ac.in (official);  docsvd[at]yahoo.com (personal) PROFILE
	Dr. Jyoti Ramchandani, M.Sc., Ph.D. Designation: Associate Professor Basic Discipline: Recognition: Recognised Teacher of the University of Mumbai to guide students seeking M.Sc. and Ph. D. Degrees
	Dr. Ujwala Jadhav, M.Sc., Ph.D. Designation: Associate Professor Basic Discipline: Zoology (Ph.D. in Zoology). Recognition: Recognised Teacher of the University of Mumbai to guide students seeking M.Sc. and Ph.D. Degrees. E-mail: uja_life@yahoo.com Current Research Areas: Fishery Sciences. PROFILE
	Dr. Ahmad Ali, M.Sc., Ph.D. Designation: Assistant Professor Basic Discipline: Biochemistry (Ph.D. in Life Sciences) Recognition: Recognised Teacher of the University of Mumbai to guide students seeking M.Sc. and Ph. D. Degree. E-mail: ahmadali@old.mu.ac.in Current Research Areas: Non-enzymatic Glycosylation (Glycation), DNA and protein damage, Antiglycating properties of natural products, Oxidative stress, Signal transduction, Metabolic regulation, Spirulina platensis Profile

Administrative Staff

Technical Staff:

Laboratory Attendants:

1. Shri. Prakash  B. Dhavan
2. Shri. Anand P. Karalkar
3. Shri. Chandrakant G. Khedekar
4. Shri. Ashok G. Ghodmode
5. Shri. Kisan M. Matal

Office Attendants :

1. Shri. Anil .B. Ghadshi

Hamal:

1. Shri. Shankar V. Chavan
2. Smt. Kesharbai C. Rokade
3. Smt. Pratibha P. Sawant