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1. Agricultural Sciences:

• Crop Science: Research studies on crop production, breeding, genetics, biotechnology, physiology, and management practices to improve yield, quality, and resistance to pests and diseases.
• Soil Science: Studies on soil fertility, soil microbiology, soil conservation, and sustainable land management practices.
• Agronomy: Innovations in agronomic practices, precision agriculture, and the development of sustainable farming systems.
• Agroecology: Integration of ecological principles into agricultural practices, promoting biodiversity and ecosystem services.
• Agricultural Economics and Extension: Farm management economics, production economics, market analysis, price forecasting, agricultural policy analysis, rural development, environmental economics in agriculture, agribusiness management, extension education, farmer training programs, technology transfer, community development, and rural sociology.

2. Animal Sciences:

• Animal Breeding and Genetics: Comparative studies of breeds, genetic improvement, and the use of biotechnology and molecular biology in animal breeding.
• Animal Nutrition: Research on development and feed formulation, nutritional supplementation, and the effects of nutrition on animal health and productivity.
• Animal Physiology and Behaviour: Studies on the physiology of reproduction, production and behavioural responses of animals under different environmental and management conditions.
• Livestock Production & Management: Innovations in animal husbandry, welfare, and sustainable livestock production systems.

3. Veterinary Sciences:

• Veterinary Medicine: Advances in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of animal diseases.
• Veterinary Public Health: Studies on zoonoses, food safety, and the role of veterinary medicine in public health.
• Animal Pathology: Research on the pathology, immunology, and epidemiology of animal diseases.
• Clinical Veterinary Practices: Innovations in veterinary surgery, therapeutics, and diagnostic techniques.

4. Fisheries Sciences:

• Aquaculture: Research on the production, breeding, genetics, nutrition, and health management of aquaculture species.
• Fisheries Management: Studies on sustainable management of wild fish populations and
  aquatic ecosystems.
• Fish Biology: Research on the physiology, behaviour, and ecology of fish species.
• Fisheries Technology: Innovations in fishing gear, aquaculture systems, and processing technologies.

5. Biological and Life Sciences:

• Molecular Biology and Biotechnology: Advances in genomics, proteomics,
  bioinformatics, and their applications in agriculture and life sciences.
• Ecology and Environmental Biology: Studies on ecosystems, biodiversity, conservation biology, and the impact of environmental changes.
• Microbiology and Plant Pathology: Research on microbial interactions, plant-microbe relationships, and disease management.
• Physiology and Developmental Biology: Studies on the physiological processes and developmental mechanisms in plants and animals.

6. Interdisciplinary Research:

• Sustainable Development: Research that integrates agricultural practices with environmental sustainability and socio-economic considerations.
• Climate Change: Studies on the impact of climate change on agriculture, livestock, fisheries, and natural ecosystems, and adaptation strategies.
• Food Security: Innovations in agricultural practices and policies aimed at ensuring global food security and nutrition.