Biochemistry teaching at UG level started in 1960 in the college of Agriculture with the inception of University. Masters and PhD program were started in college of Basic Sciences & Humanities in 1963 and 1967, respectively. A full-fledged department came into existence in 1972-73.

The department imparts training in modern biochemistry both at Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. It interacts with twenty disciplines located in the University to do advanced research in various facets of Biochemistry with emphasis to search for novel biomolecules, novel genes from plants/micro-organism, Under AICRP biochemistry department involved in the research area of liquid bio-fuel technology, Rizospheric Biochemistry and quality improvement in rape seed mustard. It is also engaged in identifying metabolites, enzymes involved in production of antifeedants and biochemistry of biotic and abiotic stresses in plants.

Facilities includes high speed refrigerated centrifuges, gel electrophoresis system, Rion-water purification system, UV-visible spectrophotometer, gradient PCR, Gel documentation system, Ice flake machine etc. A separate tissue culture laboratory and transgenic glass house facility are also available.

Degrees Offered

M.Sc./ M.Sc. Ag (Biochemistry)

Ph.D. (Biochemistry)

Courses Offered

LIST OF COURSES OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT

Laboratories:

UG Teaching Lab

PG Teaching Lab

Protein Chemistry Research Lab

Metabolite Research Lab

Nucleic Acid Research Lab

Plant Tissue Culture Research Lab

Transgenic Glass House

Computer Lab

Major Equipments:

A complete Protein/DNA Concentration Unit/Ultra Filtration assembly

Cold Cabinet Chamber

Lyophilizer/ Freezer Dryer

UV-Visible spectrophotometer

Vertical Gel Electrophoresis

2,D Gel electrophoresis

Incubator Shaker

Refrigerated Centrifuge

Deep Freezer

Soil Testing Machine

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Faculty

1. Dr. S. K. Dubey, 2022 Best researcher award in the International Research Awards on Science, Technology and Management - INSO, Organized by VDGGOOD Professional Association, India.
2. Dr. K. C. Verma 2025 Awarded the 2nd Prize for Oral Presentation at the 5th Biotechnology Conclave, International Conference on “Harnessing Biotechnology for a Sustainable Bio-E-Future,” organized by the Uttarakhand Biotechnology Council for Biotechnology (UCB) at Patwadangar, Nainital from 19-21 Nov.2025.
3. Dr. K. C. Verma, 2025 1st prize in poster presentation during XVII Agricultural Science Congress & Asc Expo., Pantnagar.
4. Dr. K. C. Verma, Best poster Presentation in XVII Agricultural Science Congress, Pantnagar during 20-22 February 2025.
5. Dr. S.K. Dubey, Best Poster Presentation in XVII Agricultural Science Congress, Pantnagar during 20-22 February 2025.

Student

Year 2023

Young Scientist Award

1. Kanchan Gairola I D No. 52681 was awarded with Young Scientist Award for best oral presentation in 2nd Biotechnology Conclave organized by Uttarakhand Council for Biotechnology, Hald, US Nagar Uttarakhand on 15-16th March 2023.
2. Mr. Rohit Pujari ID No. 55519 in 3rd Biotechnology Conclave & National Conference on Animal Nutrition for Animal Health, Welfare, Productions and Innovations at UCB, Haldi & CVASc, GBPUA&T, Pantnagar Uttarakhand (November 21-23, 2023).
3. Ananya Bahuguna ID No. 55232 in 3rd Biotechnology Conclave & National Conference on Animal Nutrition for Animal Health, Welfare, Production and Innovations at UCB, Haldi & CVASc, GBPUA&T, Pantnagar Uttarakhand (November 21-23, 2023).

USERC Young Women Scientist Excellence Award

1. Tarannum Jahan ID No. 55786 in Scientific applications and Technological Interventions for Socio Economic Development at Uttarakhand Science Education & Research Centre (USERC), Women Scientist Conclave 2023-2024 Dehradun, Uttarakhand (November 22, 2023)

1st Prize in Oral Presentation National Symposium

1. Shivanshu Garg ID No. 56730 in National Symposium on Crop Health Management: Safeguarding Crop through Diagnostics and Innovations at VPKAS, Almora, Uttarakhand (September 29-30, 2023).

Year 2024

Young Scientist Award in International Conference

1. Mr. Vaibhav Badoni ID No. 54105 in Young Scientist Award (First Position) in Oral Presentation, International Conference on Advances in Biological Sciences for Sustainable Development (ICABSSD-2024) On Department of Zoology, Central University of Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir, (March 1-2, 2024)
2. Ms. Kanchan Gairola ID No. 52681 in Young Scientist Award (Third Position) in Oral Presentation, International Conference on Advances in Biological Sciences for Sustainable Development (ICABSSD-2024) On Department of Zoology, Central University of Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir, (March 1-2, 2024)
3. Ms. Tarannum Jahan ID no.52786 for Young Woman Scientist Award (NABS Award 2024) during the 7th Plant Science Researchers’ Meet 2024, organized by PLANTICA-APSR at Kumaun University, Nainital, on 8–9 November 2024.

Best Oral Presentation in National Conference

1. Ms. Divyangi Bhatnagar ID No. 57869 in Second Best Oral Presentation in National Conference on “Quality Seed Production: Backbone to the National Food Security” jointly organised by GBPUAT, Pantnagar ICAR-IISS, Mau, U.P. (March 4-6, 2024 )
2. Ms. Kanchan Gairola ID No. 52681 in Best Oral Presentation Award, National Conference on Trending Biotechnological Interventions to Address & Combat Himalayan Biodiversity Challenges on Uttarakhand Council for Biotechnology: Society for Plant Research (VEGETOS): Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun & Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research Bhimtal, Regional Centre, Patwadangar, Nainital, (March 6-8, 2024)
3. Ms. Tarannum Jahan,ID no.52786, Conferred with the Best Oral Presentation Award at the 8th International Conference on “Recent Trends In Advancement Of Agriculture, Horticulture, Livestock And Allied Sciences (RTAAAS-2024)”, Organized by Shri Guru Ram Rai University, Dehradun (ICAR-accredited), Agriculture Education Group & SABSR, Noida, held on 21–22 November 2024 at SGRR University, Dehradun.
4. Ms. Tarannum Jahan, and Ashok Kumar Verma Conferred with the Best Oral Presentation Award at the 8th International Conference on ‘Recent Trends in Advancement of Agriculture, Horticulture, Livestock and Allied Sciences (RTAAAS-2024)’, organized by Shri Guru Ram Rai University, Dehradun (ICAR-accredited), in collaboration with the Agriculture Education Group and SABSR, Noida, held on 21–22 November 2024 at SGRR University, Dehradun.

Best Paper Presentation Award in International Conference

1. Mr. Rohit Pujari ID No. 55519 in Best paper presentation award in International Conference on Emerging Trends in STEM & Health-Agri Sciences for Sustainable Development at MIET Kumaon, Haldwani, Uttarakhand (March 11-12, 2024)

Year 2025

Best Poster Award

1. Ms. Shamli shamli, Id.No. 55381, the Best Poster Scientist Award (Second Position) at the XVII Agricultural Science Congress (ASC-2025), organized by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS) and G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, held during 20–22 February 2025 at Pantnagar.
2. Mr. Amit Singh Rana Id.No. 52633, the Best Poster Scientist Award (Third Position) at the XVII Agricultural Science Congress (ASC-2025), organized by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS) and G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, held during 20–22 February 2025 at Pantnagar.
3. Ms. Tarannum Jahan Conferred with the Best Poster Presentation Award at the 2nd International Conference on ‘Emerging Trends in STEM and Health & Agricultural Sciences for Sustainable Development’, held on 24–25 February 2025, organized by MIET Kumaon, Shiksha Nagar, Lamachaur, Haldwani.