Ms. Ketaki Chaturbhuj Shetye
Assistant Professor
M. Sc. Joint CSIR-UGC NET (JRF), NET (Lectureship), SET, GATE
Assistant Professor
M. Sc. Joint CSIR-UGC NET (JRF), NET (Lectureship), SET, GATE
Research Interest: Neuropeptides; Reproductive Behaviour; Biological rhythm
Zoology, the mesmerizing symphony of life’s grand tapestry, delves into the enchanting world of animals, weaving intricate tales of their existence, behaviours, and evolutionary marvels. This captivating field unravels the mysteries of biodiversity, shedding light on the delicate balance of ecosystems and the wondrous interconnections among species. Through the lens of zoology, we embark on a journey from the microcosmic intricacies of molecular biology to the majestic dance of wildlife in their natural habitats. With each discovery, zoology not only enriches our understanding of the animal kingdom but also paves the way for groundbreaking advancements in medicine, conservation, and environmental stewardship. It is a voyage into nature's most enigmatic realms, where every creature, from the tiniest insect to the grandest mammal, plays a vital role in the story of life on Earth.
Joint CSIR-UGC NET (Life Science) JRF Dec. 2019
Joint CSIR-UGC NET (Life Science) Lectureship June 2020
Joint CSIR-UGC NET (Life Science) Lectureship June 2016
Joint CSIR-UGC NET (Life Science) Lectureship Dec. 2016
MH-SET Life Science 2017
IIT GATE 2017 (All India Rank-217)
Ph. D. Zoology [2022-Pursuing] (Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University)
Junior Research Fellow [2020-22] (Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University)
M. Sc. Zoology [2015-17] (Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University)
B. Sc. Zoology [2012-15] (Sathaye College, University of Mumbai)
H. S. C. (Sathaye College, Vile Parle)
S. S. C. (Canossa High School, Andheri)
Publications:
*Koli, S., *Shetye, K., Bhargava, S., & Sagarkar, S. (2024). Diurnal modulations of neuropeptides ‘cocaine- and amphetamine- regulated transcript’ and ‘Neuropeptide Y’ in the brain of E. cyanophlyctis. Biological Rhythm Research. https://doi.org/10.1080/09291016.2024.2392470
*Bhargava, S., *Shetye, K., Shewale, S., Sawant, N., Sagarkar, S., & Subhedar, N. (2023). Mate calling alters expression of neuropeptide, cocaine- and amphetamine- regulated transcript (CART) in the brain of male frog Microhyla nilphamariensis. Neuropeptides, 102. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.npep.2023.102380
Hadawale, K. N., Shewale, S. A., Shetye, K. C., Sagarkar, S., Sakharkar, A. J., & Bhargava, S. Y. (2022). Reproductive phase related variations in the expression of neuropeptide, cocaine- and amphetamine- regulated transcript (CART) in the brain and pituitary gland of adult male Microhyla ornata. Neuroscience Letters, 786. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neulet.2022.136783
Phuge, S., Shetye, K., & Pandit, R. (2020). Effect of water level on insect-tadpole predator-prey interactions. Acta Oecologica, 108, 103649. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.ACTAO.2020.103649
Presentations:
International:
Oral presentation on topic entitled “Diurnal rhythmicity of neuropeptides in the brain of anuran Minervarya syhadrensis” at International Symposium On Recent Trends In Comparative Endocrinology And Physiology: From Brain To Behaviour organised by the Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune from 12th-14th October, 2023.
Oral presentation on topic entitled “CART dynamics during croaking in the brain of anurans”at the 30th CECE & 9th ISFE Joint Conference of the European Society for Comparative Endocrinology and of the International Society for Fish Endocrinology, that took place on 4th to 8th of September, 2022, organized by the Algarve Centre of Marine Sciences (CCMAR), University of the Algarve, Gambelas Campus (Faro), Portugal.
Presented a research entitled “Distribution pattern of cocaine-and amphetamine-regulated transcript (CARTp) in the brain of frogs, Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis and Microhyla ornata“ in the International Symposium on Advances in Comparative Endocrinology and Behavioral Ecology organised at the Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune from 1st - 3rd July, 2021.
National:
“Studies on Integument of some Indian anurans” research presented in the National Conference on “Innovative Trends in Commerce, Humanities and Sciences (ITCHS-2019)” organized by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s Hazarimal Somani College of Arts and Science & Jayaramdas Patel College of Commerce & Management Studies, Chowpatty, Mumbai.
Oral presentation of "Prey predator interaction in Microhyla ornata tadpoles” research at YETI (Young Ecologists Talk and Interact) 2017, Tezpur University, Tezpur, Assam.
Awards:
Awarded with the European Society for Comparative Endocrinology fellowship to participate and present research entitled “CART dynamics during croaking in the brain of anurans” in the 30th CECE & 9th ISFE conference, 2022 in Faro, Portugal.
Silver medal for oral presentation on “Diurnal rhythmicity of neuropeptides in the brain of anuran Minervarya syhadrensis” at International Symposium On Recent Trends In Comparative Endocrinology And Physiology: From Brain To Behaviour organised by the Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, 2023.
Best presentation award for the Oral presentation on "Prey predator interaction in Microhyla ornata tadpoles” research at YETI (Young Ecologists Talk and Interact) 2017, Tezpur University, Tezpur, Assam.
Conferences/Seminars/Workshops attended:
International Conference on Fundamental and Applied Sciences (ICFAS 2021) organised by Faculty of Science and I.Q.A.C. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s Hazarimal Somani College of Arts and Science & Jayaramdas Patel College of Commerce & Management Studies, Chowpatty, Mumbai.
Participated in the International Colloquium On Regulatory Mechanisms underlying Behavior, Physiology and Development 2021 organised by Department of Zoology, University of Delhi.
Completed a two-days e-workshop titled “Python Programming with Data Exploration” organised by NIIT, Mumbai 2020.
Participated in Two Day National Online Workshop on “Nanomaterials for Human Safety and Environment” organised by Department of Physics, K.M.E. Society’s G.M. Momin Women’s College, Mumbai 2020.
Industrial training:
National level workshop on “Molecular Docking Procedures” organized by FDP Division, ACT academy, Tamil Nadu, December 2023.
Workshop on “Use of R programming for research Analysis” organized by Department of Commerce, SPPU, Pune, September 2023.
Hands-on training in “Indo-Finnish Research Symposium and Workshop on Microbiome Research & Data Analysis” Jointly organized by Department of Zoology & Biotechnology, SPPU, Pune, February 2023 sponsored by SPARC, MHRD, India
e-Workshop titled “Python Programming with Data Exploration” organised by NIIT, Mumbai, April 2020.
Completed GIAN Course in “Epigenetic gene regulation in biology and medicine” from 28th November to 2nd December, 2016 organized by Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune.