Central Department of Zoology
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Welcome to the Central Department of Zoology!
The Central Department of Zoology (CDZ) was established in 1965 with the goals of producing highly skilled human resources in the field of Zoology and providing policy guidance to the Government officials. Over the years, the department has not only successfully achieved these initial goals but has also had a broader impact on society.
As one of the oldest Departments of Biological Sciences in Nepal offering MSc and PhD degrees in Zoology, CDZ has produced over two thousand graduates. Our alumni hold important positions on both national and international fronts, actively contributing to the field through their diverse research endeavors. Their work has consequently brought recognition to the country with outstanding publications and affiliations.
Our department is committed to providing exceptional training to our students, supported by an extensive range of resources. At the MSc level, students have the opportunity to specialize in one of four major fields: Ecology & Environment, Entomology, Fish Biology & Aquaculture, and Parasitology. For both MSc and PhD students, CDZ offers well-equipped labs with modern and sophisticated instruments, overseen by highly qualified faculty members dedicated to their research. Additionally, our department boasts its own library, housing a substantial collection of textbooks and references covering a wide array of topics relevant to our course offerings.
The Central Department of Zoology Museum at Tribhuvan University (CDZMTU), managed by the CDZ, has maintained reputable national collections, including several type specimens (holotype and paratype) since its establishment. This museum is a valuable resource for teaching and research, as it houses an impressive array of specimens, including invertebrates, freshwater fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
Furthermore, our students and faculty have the privilege of contributing to the scientific discourse through CDZ's own publication, the Nepalese Journal of Zoology.
Beyond the academic sphere, CDZ serves an important role not only in creating and disseminating new knowledge but also in forming a nexus of interaction and engagement among different stakeholders. I look forward to working with all members of our department, both past and present, as well as the broader community, to fulfill these roles and to advance our understanding of the world and animals around us.
Sincerely,
Department Head
