DR SIVAGURUNATHAN ULAGANATHAN

Investigated the vitamin requirements and calcium metabolism impact on skeletal development in marine fish larvae and juveniles

• Devised and conducted experiments, leading to the discovery of specific nutritional needs of the larvae and juvenile fish.
• Conducted biochemical and molecular analyses, including proximate composition, staining techniques, X-ray, cell culture, mutant zebrafish models, and RT-PCR, yielding a comprehensive understanding of the impact of vitamins and calcium on skeletal health.
• Effectively conveyed research findings through both oral presentations and written reports, culminating in successful publications and accolades for presentations.
• Worked closely with interdisciplinary teams to devise comprehensive strategies for in-depth analysis of the effects of vitamins on calcium metabolism and skeletal health.

Undergone several courses in Fish Physiology, Nutrition, and Immunology

• Pursued advanced coursework focusing on fish physiology and endocrinology, cellular and molecular physiology, and fish and shellfish immunology
• Took and passed internal examinations with a first-class distinction
• Delivered seminars, earning credits toward program completion.

Analyzed vitamin and calcium metabolism in freshwater juvenile fish

• Designed and executed a physiology experiment, resulting in the identification of calcium metabolism in fish
• Developed and optimized molecular biology techniques such as PCR and gene sequencing, for the stanniocalcin gene
• Presented research findings at conferences and contributed to peer-reviewed publications.