This course, previously offered by S K Somaiya College, will now be offered by Somaiya School of Basic & Applied Sciences.

Ph.D in Nutraceuticals

Ph.D in Nutraceuticals Ph.D in Nutraceuticals | Ph.D Nutraceuticals

Programme Overview

The Ph.D. program in Nutraceuticals at Somaiya Vidyavihar University offers an exciting and innovative opportunity for students to delve into the rapidly evolving field of functional foods and nutraceuticals. As the global demand for nutraceuticals grows, this program is designed to provide advanced knowledge and cutting-edge research skills that will contribute to the development of products aimed at enhancing health and preventing diseases. Nutraceuticals, which combine the concepts of nutrition and pharmaceuticals, are increasingly recognized for their potential to promote wellness and manage chronic conditions. With an emphasis on both the scientific foundations and the practical applications of nutraceuticals, the Ph.D. program at Somaiya Vidyavihar University equips students with a strong understanding of biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology, and clinical nutrition. Students will engage in interdisciplinary research that explores the bioavailability, efficacy, and safety of natural compounds, functional foods, and dietary supplements.

Key Information

Duration
3 Year
Programme Code
ST4426
Mode of study
Full time
Campus
Vidyavihar - Mumbai

Eligibility criteria

  • Master's degree (2 year or 1 year) or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent as per UGC regulations.
  • Master's degree in any branch of Sciences including any one of these subjects: Nutraceuticals, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemical Sciences, Biochemistry, Bioanalytical Chemistry, Nanoscience, Biochemistry, Life Science, Botany, Zoology, Food Science and Nutrition, Applied Biology, Bioinformatics, Biodiversity, Bioanalytical Chemistry, Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
  • An equivalent degree from a foreign educational Institution accredited by an Assessment and Accreditation Agency

Research Areas

  • Identification, extraction, and bioavailability of bioactive compounds from natural sources.
  • Investigating the cellular and molecular pathways.
  • Safety, and therapeutic potential assessment of nutraceuticals.
  • Formulation of novel nutraceutical formulations with improved bioavailability and stability.
  • Development of functional foods

Guide List

Name of Guide Qualification Research Areas
Dr. Madhura Janve PhD 1. Nutraceutical profiling
2. Invivo and in silico analysis
3. Food fortification
4. Functional food assessment
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