Academic Department

Department of Human Genetics

Unraveling the mechanisms of inheritance, human genomics, and molecular biology to advance understanding of health and disease.

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80 Seats

UG Minor Capacity

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NEP 2020

Aligned Curriculum

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Research Focus

Labs & Pedigree Studies

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Mission

To provide quality education in Human Genetics through innovative teaching, practical learning, and research-oriented approaches. The department aims to develop scientific temper, analytical skills, and an understanding of human genetic variation, inheritance, genetic disorders, and modern genomic applications among students.

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Vision

To promote excellence in undergraduate education and learning in Human Genetics by fostering scientific inquiry, research aptitude, innovation, and awareness of the role of genetics in human health and society. The department aspires to nurture scientifically informed and socially responsible students.

Updated Curriculum Structure

Progressive learning pathway under NEP 2020 guidelines:

Step 1 Intro to Human Genetics
Step 2 Cell Biology
Step 3 Fundamentals of Genetics
Step 4 Molecular & Cancer Genetics
Step 5 Applied & Medical Genetics

Core Focus Areas & Practical Exposure:

Human Genomic Variation Mitochondrial Genome Chromosome Studies Pedigree Analysis Genetic Counselling Bioinformatics

Publications & Research Output

Key scholarly contributions from the department:

📌 Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome among College Students in Kashmir (J&K), India: A Cross-Sectional Study
📌 Assessment of Degree, Pattern, and Associated Risk Factors of Congenital Hearing Loss among the Population of Village Paralkot, District Poonch, J&K
📌 PON1 Genetic Polymorphisms and Susceptibility to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Updated Meta-Analysis
📌 Genetics of Migraine: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of 21 Genes
📌 MTHFR C677T Polymorphism and BC Risk in the USA Population: An Updated Meta-Analysis
📌 Genetic Analysis of GJA3 and GJA8 Mutations in Cataract Patients from the Jammu Region, North India
📌 Depression, Anxiety, and Stress among College Students: A Kashmir-Based Epidemiological Study
📌 Association between ESR1 Polymorphisms (XbaI & PvuII) and Breast Cancer Risk: A Comprehensive Meta-Analysis of Case-Control Studies
📌 TNF-α -308 G>A Polymorphism (rs1800629) and Migraine Susceptibility: A Case-Control Study with Updated Meta-Analysis
💻 GeneRiskCalc: A Web-Based Tool for Genetic Risk Association Analysis in Case-Control Studies

Contact & Quick Access

Reach out to departmental faculty and technical contacts:

Amrit Sudershan

📞 +91-9906135543

amritsudershan0@gmail.com

Dr. Mehraj Bashir

mehraj.zoo.wl@gmail.com