About us
Established in 1969, the UGC-CAS Department of Biosciences at Saurashtra University stands as a leading institution for higher education and research in life sciences. The department cultivates future scientific leaders through innovative teaching methods, state-of-the-art laboratory training, and pioneering research in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Botany, and Zoology. Featuring highly qualified faculty, modern research facilities, collaborations at national and international levels, and a strong publication record, the department prioritizes academic excellence, ethics, and innovation. It actively encourages research, entrepreneurship, and skill development through workshops, conferences, and mentorship programs, contributing substantially to scientific progress, environmental sustainability, and societal well-being.
Vision
- To inculcate moral responsibilities and a sense of ethics in the students and researchers
- To impart updated and latest developments in life sciences, enriching the theoretical and practical knowledge
- To motivate the students and researchers to create a new knowledge base
Mission
- To create an environment for the students where they can develop skills related to research, entrepreneurship, and teaching
- To motivate the students to think and train their minds to explore, ask questions, and be analytical
- To provide the latest information through classroom teaching and personal discussions
- To emphasize the significance of research and technology development in biological sciences for making our country self-reliant