ANIKET SONI

Experience

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  The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

  Jul 2016 - May 2022

  Student

   Attended national webinars. Working on a dissertation topic “Comparative studies on freshwater zooplankton production using different types of organic manure.” under the guidance of Prof. Kauresh D. Vachhrajani and Prof. Pradeep C. Mankodi at the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara. (2021-2022) Demonstrated a Model of Nesting Patterns in an open house (2022) at the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara.  Demonstrated a Model of Cloud Chamber in open house and science fair (2019) at the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara. “Rare Egyptian vulture seen in Vadodara after 30 years” article was published in the Times of India, on 31st December 2021. Certificate of Appreciation for volunteering in the hands-on training workshop “The machinery of life: A workshop on working with biomolecules” organized by the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, from 25th – 27th October 2021. Arrange field visit of Narara Island, Marine National Park for M. Sc. Zoology Students. Participated in the “Health Emergencies Program”, organized by World Health Organization (WHO).LAB EXPERIENCE Setting up of live as well as artificial aquarium. Dissection of Mice, Fish, and Cockroach. Detection of Biomolecules. Performed various practical related to Classification of Invertebrates and vertebrates, Comparative anatomy of organisms, Mounting, Larval forms, Blood Physiology, Ecology and Environment Biology, Comparative osteology of vertebrate skulls, Animal Phylogeny, Molecular Biology, Genetics and Instrumentation, Developmental Biology, Physiology, Animal Biotechnology, Immunology, Physiological Chemistry, Cell Biology, Endocrinology, Economic Zoology, Ethology, Evolutionary Biology, Conservation Biology, Fisheries and Aquaculture. Show less

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  Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, VMC, Vadodara

  May 2021 - May 2022

  Volunteer

   Managing wet preserved samples at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, Vadodara.  Assisting various internship programme at the Zoo.  Assisting the Education Officer at the Zoo in development of various informative signages.  Based on information provided by the Zoo authorities, short notes and data recording is being carried out for the species housed at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, Vadodara. Prepare new wet and dry preserve specimens at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, Vadodara. Communicate with zookeepers related to the diet and behavior on daily basis. Carried out the research activities in Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, Vadodara. Working on avian and mammal enrichments at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, Vadodara. Work as field guide. Carried out the educational activities for schools, colleges and universities. Hands-on training in animal handling; assisted and played a key role in data generation regarding vital statistics of Indian star tortoise at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, Vadodara. Volunteered in public talks organized a at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo to spread awareness about wildlife conservation. Collection of feathers for feather library at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, Vadodara. Show less

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  Fisheries Department, Government of Gujarat

  Jun 2022 - Jun 2022

  Sagar Mitra

  Compile information / data on daily fish production, fishing vessels including their entry and exit, fish price and marketing information and provide such data to the government.

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  Tata Trusts and CSMVS, Mumbai

  Jul 2022 - Sept 2022

  Trainee

  “TRAINING COURSE IN CONSERVATION OF NATURAL HISTORY COLLECTIONS” as part of the CSMVS-Tata Trusts Art Conservation Initiative.The 4-month course (comprising 3-months training at CSMVS, followed by a 1-month internship at an approved Natural History preservation lab) is designed to be an intensive, Hands-on training course that will equip the graduating participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to identify and understand deterioration of Taxidermy collections and implement conservation and restoration of such Natural History Collections following scientific methods with the best available techniques, materials and work principles.Topics: - Material and technology of Taxidermy specimens- Technical studies- Causes and Mechanisms of deterioration of natural history collections- Science for conservation and preservation of natural history collections- Treatment processes, materials, and methods. (Practical form the major part of the course)- Mounting and housing. Show less

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  Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, VMC, Vadodara

  Oct 2022 - Nov 2022

  Intern

  Exposed to various activities related to Preservation, Restoration and Conservation of specimen at Sri Sayajibaug Zoo, VMC, Vadodara.

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  Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS)

  Jan 2023 - Oct 2023

  Conservation Assistant

  Key Responsibilities:1. Conservation of Natural History Collection including models prepared by moulding and casting of the specimens in any medium.2. Examination, documentation, technical analysis and research. Preparation of assessment reports, technical reports and writing articles for peer-reviewed journals etc.3. Procurement of conservation equipment and materials.4. Introducing latest advancements in art conservation techniques, equipment and materials analysis methods.5. Organizing workshops / technical meetings.6. Any other task assigned by section in charge. Show less

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  FAI Farms Ltd

  Mar 2023 - Mar 2023

  Trainee