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Congratulations to Gansyamie K. Marak 💐🎉The department of zoology,ADBU is delighted to share that Ms. Gansyamie K. Marak...
08/08/2026

Congratulations to Gansyamie K. Marak 💐🎉

The department of zoology,ADBU is delighted to share that Ms. Gansyamie K. Marak, Research Scholar, has been awarded the "Best Poster Presentation Award" in the Research Scholars Category at the Two-Day International Conference on “Sustainability, Biodiversity and Conservation: Implications for Livelihood and Community Development”.

The conference was held on 6th & 7th August 2026 and was organised by the Department of Zoology & Department of Environmental Science, Shillong College, in collaboration with the Meghalaya Biodiversity Board (MBB), Shillong; Zoological Survey of India, NERC, Shillong; and IQAC, Shillong College.

Heartiest congratulations, Gansyamie! 🌸
Wishing you many more milestones and achievements in your research journey!


Congratulations to Dr. Yumkham Shelina Devi💐💐The Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University, proudly congratulate...
07/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Yumkham Shelina Devi
💐💐

The Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University, proudly congratulates Ms. Yumkham Shelina Devi on the successful defense of her Ph.D. thesis titled "Taxonomical and Ecological Study of Tadpoles of Kangchup Hills, Manipur" under the supervision of Prof. Saibal Sengupta , Assam Don Bosco University.

Wishing her a bright future ahead.

Congratulations Dr. Jeremy Nelson Syiem 💐💐The Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University, proudly congratulates M...
06/08/2026

Congratulations Dr. Jeremy Nelson Syiem 💐💐

The Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University, proudly congratulates Mr. Jeremy Nelson Syiem on the successful defense of his Ph.D. thesis.

He carried out his doctoral research titled "A Study on the Potential of Chironomus Larvae as Indicators of the Presence of Coliforms and Other Pathogenic Bacteria in Freshwater Bodies of Meghalaya" under the supervision of Dr. Jane W. Shangpliang.

Wishing him continued success in his future research and professional endeavors.

Publication Alert!We are delighted to share that our research article, "Diversity and Distribution of Anuran Fauna in Gi...
05/08/2026

Publication Alert!

We are delighted to share that our research article, "Diversity and Distribution of Anuran Fauna in Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam, India," authored by Dr. Saranga Pani Saikia and Dr. Sushil Kumar Dutta from the Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University, has been published in the Asian Journal of Conservation Biology (July 2026, Vol. 15, No. 1).

This study documents the diversity and distribution of amphibians in Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary and highlights the importance of conserving Assam's rich biodiversity.

Congratulations to the authors on this significant achievement and their valuable contribution to wildlife conservation research.

A New Species Discovered! | Research Excellence at ADBU.The Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University proudly ce...
05/08/2026

A New Species Discovered! | Research Excellence at ADBU.

The Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University proudly celebrates the publication of a groundbreaking research article in the Asian Journal of Conservation Biology (July 2026).
"Pygoluciola mawsynram: A New Species of the Firefly Genus Pygoluciola Wittmer from India (Coleoptera: Lampyridae: Luciolinae)". This remarkable study documents the discovery of a new firefly species from Mawsynram, Meghalaya, enriching India's known insect diversity and underscoring the ecological significance of the biodiversity-rich landscapes of Northeast India.

Congratulations to Emma Magdalene Nonglang, Dhiraj Kumar Das, Samrat Sengupta, and Dr. Jane Wanry Shangpliang for this outstanding scientific contribution. Your dedication continues to inspire excellence in research and biodiversity conservation.
Every new species discovered is another step towards understanding and protecting our natural world.

Assam Don Bosco University has been ranked Number 1 University in the state of Assam by IIRF in their latest ranking pub...
17/06/2026

Assam Don Bosco University has been ranked Number 1 University in the state of Assam by IIRF in their latest ranking published recently..

The International Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) is an organisation that publishes annual rankings of higher education institutions. IIRF is based in India and aims to provide evaluations of academic institutions worldwide. It is registered with India's Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) under the Companies Act, 2013.

IIRF India Rankings focuses specifically on ranking academic institutions within India. IIRF is bringing the Asia Ranking and the World University Ranking in 2026 and 2027 respectively.

WORLD CROCODILE DAY 2026 The Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University, joins the global community in celebratin...
17/06/2026

WORLD CROCODILE DAY 2026

The Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University, joins the global community in celebrating World Crocodile Day on 17 June 2026.

Crocodiles are among the oldest surviving vertebrates on Earth, having thrived for more than 200 million years. As apex predators, they play a vital role in maintaining the health and balance of wetland ecosystems.

This World Crocodile Day, let us recognize the importance of conserving these remarkable reptiles and the fragile habitats they call home. Protecting crocodiles means protecting biodiversity, ecological balance, and the future of our wetlands.

"Conserving Ancient Guardians of Our Wetlands"

Proud Moment for the Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University!We are delighted to share the publication of a re...
27/05/2026

Proud Moment for the Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University!

We are delighted to share the publication of a remarkable research achievement by Holiness Warjri and Dr. Madhurima Das on the discovery of a new toad species from the Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, published in Taprobanica.

This discovery highlights the rich amphibian diversity of Northeast India and reflects the department’s continued commitment to biodiversity research, taxonomy, and conservation.

Congratulations to the authors for this valuable scientific contribution!

Research Spotlight | Zoology Department, Assam Don Bosco University .We are proud to share another significant research ...
27/05/2026

Research Spotlight | Zoology Department, Assam Don Bosco University .
We are proud to share another significant research publication from the Department of Zoology, Assam Don Bosco University.

The study titled “Dietary assessment of tadpoles of selected rhacophorid frogs (Polypedates, Rhacophorus, Zhangixalus) of Kangchup, Manipur, India” has been published in the Journal of Threatened Taxa.
Authors: Yumkham Shelina Devi (Research Scholar)
Prof. (Dr.) Saibal Sengupta

The research provides valuable insights into the feeding ecology and trophic interactions of amphibian tadpoles, contributing to a better understanding of freshwater biodiversity and conservation in Northeast India.

Congratulations to the authors on this achievement!

Department of zoology, Assam Don Bosco University wishes international day for biological diversity 2026.
22/05/2026

Department of zoology, Assam Don Bosco University wishes international day for biological diversity 2026.

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