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The Department of Zoology at Moran College is committed to advancing the study of animal biology, behavior, and ecology through quality education and research. It offers diverse courses and research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, guiding them toward academic and professional success. Faculty members actively mentor students and support their intellectual growth.
The department fosters a deep understanding of zoological sciences through teaching, research, and outreach. It emphasizes innovative research in areas such as animal behavior, ecology, physiology, and conservation biology, contributing to scientific knowledge and conservation efforts. Experiential learning, research projects, and scholarly activities help students connect theory with real-world applications.
The department promotes a supportive, inclusive, and diverse learning environment that values equity and equal opportunity. It encourages students to pursue careers in science, conservation, and related fields while nurturing leadership and critical thinking skills.
Mission: To educate and inspire students in zoology through quality teaching, research, and outreach while promoting scientific understanding and conservation.
Vision: To be a leading center for zoological studies, fostering innovation, research excellence, and conservation awareness.
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2023 Bhowmik S., Bose A., Bhoir JG., Bora A., Das S., Laha SK. and Aomoa N. (2023). First record of Brilliant Flash Rapala melida nicevillei (Swinhoe, 1911 (Lepidoptera: Lycaenidae: Theclinae) to Meghalaya, India. Journal of Threatened Taxa.15(3):22905–22907. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.11609/jott.6490.
2023 Newar R., Bora A. and Puzari M. (2023). Survey of odonate diversity in and around the Dibrugarh university campus. International Journal of Entomology Research. 8(3): 20-22.
2022 Boruah, D. and Bora, A. (2022). Diversity of Butterfly (Lepidoptera: Rhopalocera) Fauna of Dibrugarh City in Assam, North East India. Journal of Biodiversity and Environmental Sciences (JBES). 20(5): 19-28. https://www.innspub.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/JBES-V20-No5-p19-28.pdf
2022 Boruah, D., Borah, D., Parbo, D. & Bora, A. (2022). Insects (Arthropoda: Insecta) as Potential Bioresource of North East India. Research Trends in Multidisciplinary Research. Volume 35:101-124. Akinik Publications, New Delhi.
2021 Boruah, D. & Bora, A. (2021). Culture and Preservation of Indigenous Fishes by Indigenous Technical Methods and Its Impact on Livelihood of Rural People of North-East India. Research Trends in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences. Volume 12: 25-39. Akinik Publications, New Delhi.
2021 Sharma, S., Bhowmik, S., Meitei, LR. & Bora, A. (2021). Rediscovery of Hedge Cupid, Bothrinia chennellii (de Nicéville, 1884) (Lepidoptera: Lycaenidae) to Meghalaya, Northeastern India. Revista Chilena de Entomologia. 47(3): 493-496.https://www.biotaxa.org/rce/article/view/70381/67897
2021 Bhowmik, S. & Bora, A. (2021). Amphithemis vacillans Selys, 1891 (Odonata: Libellulidae): new addition to the Odonata fauna of Meghalaya, Northeastern India. Revista Chilena de Entomologia. 47(3): 489-492.https://www.biotaxa.org/rce/article/view/70336/67865
2021 Bhowmik, S. & Bora, A. (2021). Rediscovery of Watson’s Demon Stimula swinhoei swinhoei (Elwes & Edwards, 1897) (Lepidoptera: Hesperiidae: Hesperiinae) in Meghalaya, India after 60 years. 13(8): 19168–19170. https://www.threatenedtaxa.org/JoTT/article/view/6425/7830
2020 Bora, A., Meitei, LR. & Bhowmik, S. (2020). Odonate diversity of Nongkhyllem wildlife sanctuary, Ri-bhoi district, Meghalaya, India. Journal of Entomological Research. 44(1): 125-130.https://www.indianjournals.com/ijor.aspx?target=ijor:jer&volume=44&issue=1&article=023
2020 Sharma, S., Bhowmik, S., Meitei, LR. & Bora, A. (2020). Sighting of Pontia daplidice moorei (Röber) (Lepidoptera: Pieridae: Pierinae) from Meghalaya, Northeastern India: a new locality record. Revista Chilena de Entomologia. 46 (3): 453-457.https://www.biotaxa.org/rce/article/view/64138/62966
2020 Bora, A., Meitei, LR., Sharma, S., Bhowmik, S. & Aomoa, N. (2020). First Record of Dodona dipoea Hewitson, [1866] (Lepidoptera: Riodinidae: Nemeobiinae) from Meghalaya, Northeastern India. Bionotes. 22(3): 114-116.
2020 Bhowmik, S., Malakar, S. and Bora, A. (2020). Rediscovery of Ypthima watsoni Moore, 1893 (Lepidoptera: Nymphalidae: Satyrinae) to India and new record to Tripura, North East, India. Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies. 8(3): 2037-2040.
2019 Bora, A. (2019). A Preliminary Survey on Odonate Communities of Saipung Reserve Forest, Meghalaya, India. Biological Forum – An International Journal 11(2): 103-106.
2019 Bora, A. (2019). Butterflies: How Well We Know Them? Latest Trends in Zoology and Entomology Sciences. Volume 8: 37-59. Akinik Publications, New Delhi.
2019 Bora, A. (2019). Odonate (Dragonflies and Damselflies) Diversity as a Marker of Water Quality in Sivasagar, Assam, India. International Journal on Emerging Technologies 10(3): 51-54.
2019 Bora, A., Metei, LR. and Sharma, S. (2019). Mapping Butterfly Hotspots: A New Approach to Identify Prime Butterfly Areas of Meghalaya, India. nternational Journal on Emerging Technologies 10(2): 440-445.
2016 Phukon, J. and Bora, A. (2016). Water Characteristics of Dibrugarh Town Protection Drain : its impact on Aquatic Organisms and Human Health. International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology. 2:(3): 132-137.
2016 Bora, A., Govindasamy, K. and Roychoudhury, S. (2016). Seminal Plasma and Blood Serum Metal Concentration in Selected Farm Animals of North East India. Advances in Life Sciences. 5(12): 5101-5105
2016 Bora, A. and Phukon, J. (2016). Spraying pesticides in Tea Estate and Butterfly mortality: with special reference to the vicinity of Jalan Nagar South Tea Estate, Dibrugarh, Assam. Khoj - A multilingual, Multidisciplinary, Annual Peer Reviewed Journal. Dibru College, Dibrugarh. 70-77.
2015 Meitei, LR. Verma, D. and Bora, A. (2015). Tainia angustifolia (Orchidaceae): An Addition to Flora of Meghalaya, India. The MIOS Journal 16(3): 2-6.
2014 Meitei, LR. and Bora, A. (2014). Odonates (Dragonflies and Damselflies) of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Research Complex for NEH Region Campus, Umiam, Meghalaya, India. Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies. 2(6):16-21.
2014 Meitei, LR. and Bora, A. (2014). Butterfly species richness and diversity in experimental botanic garden, botanical survey of India, ERC, Umiam, Meghalaya, India. Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies. 2(5):108-113.
2014 Bora, A. and Meitei, LR. (2014). Butterfly Fauna (Order: Lepidoptera) in Five Major Tea Gardens of Sivasagar District, Assam, India. Biological Forum – An International Journal 6(2): 7-15.
2014 Bora, A. and Meitei, LR. (2014). Diversity of butterflies (Order: Lepidoptera) in Assam University campus and its vicinity, Cachar District, Assam, India. Journal of Biodiversity and Environmental Sciences (JBES). 5(3):328-339.
2014 Bora, A. Yadav, RNS. and Kardong, D. (2014). Effect of heavy metal cadmium on total protein content, amino acid content and aspartate aminotransferase activity of freshwater snail Pila globosa. Science Galaxy. 189-195. A golden jubilee publication of Dibru College, Assam.
2014 Bora, A. (2014). A brief note on 9 threatened species of butterflies recorded in Moranhat, Sivasagar District, Assam. Mosaic (A collection of Research Articles). A publication of Dibru College, Assam.
2022 Swapnali Chetia, Gaurab Borah (2022). Analysis of Persistent Evidences on Gentamicin- Associated Pathological Alterations Inducing Nephrotoxicity. Advances in Animal Research. [ISBN: 978-93-91166-56-4 (Paperback)]
2021 Gaurab Borah, Manuj Kumar Bharali. (2021). Green tea catechins in combination with Irinotecan attenuates tumorigenesis and treatment associated toxicity in an inflammation associated colon cancer mice model. Journal of the Egyptian National Cancer Institute.33(17):1-10. [ISSN: 2589-0409].
2020 Swapnali Chetia, Gaurab Borah (2020). Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabinol Toxicity and Validation of Cannabidiol on Brain Dopamine Levels: An Assessment on Cannabis Duplicity. Natural Products and Bioprospecting, 10(5):1-12. [ISSN: 2192-2209].
2020 Gaurab Borah. (2020). Hemorrhoids: Updates on Therapeutic Approach. Research Trends in Medicinal Plant Sciences.Vol. 7, Akinik Publications, New Delhi. [ISBN: 978-93-90322-09-1 (Paperback); 978-93-90322-10-7 (E-Book)].
2020 Gaurab Borah, Swapnali Chetia. (2020). Phytochemicals and Antimicrobial Property of Mesua ferrea L.: A Review. Plant cell Biotechnology and Molecular Biology, 21(9&10): 26-40. [ISSN: 0972-2025].
2020 Swapnali Chetia, Gaurab Borah. (2020). A light on the effect of Pomegranate on neurological evidences of Parkinson's Disease: A Review. Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology, 41(2): 47-58. [ISSN: 0256-971X].
2019 Gaurab Borah, Puranjoy Mipun, Dipankar Borah. (2019). Ethno-medicine of Apatani in the Eastern Himalayas: A review. Research Trends in Medicinal Plant Sciences.Vol. 5, Akinik Publications, New Delhi. [ISBN: 978-93-5335-714-6 (Paperback); 978-93-5335- 715-3 (E-Book)].
2014 Hiren Gogoi, Gaurab Borah, Hage Indu, Taru Habung. (2014). Moths of Arunachal Pradesh: A Preliminary Report. Bulletin for Life Sciences, 20: 16-28. [ISSN: 0971-5746].
2014 Hiren Gogoi, Gaurab Borah, Taru Habung, Khamhee Wangsa. (2014): A Field Survey Of The Silk Moths (Lepidoptera: Saturniidae) In West Siang District, Arunachal Pradesh and threats to their population. Journal of Bioresources,1(1): 16-24. [ISSN: 2394-4315].
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