Dr. Dnyaneshwar Mahadeo Gaidhane is a distinguished Professor of Zoology at Janata Mahavidyalaya of Arts, Commerce and Science, Chandrapur (Maharashtra, India). He also serves as the Co-ordinator of the Ph.D. Programme in Zoology at the Institution of Higher Learning, Research and Specialized Studies in Zoology since 2013.

He began his academic journey as a Science Teacher in 1993 and gradually progressed through roles such as Contributory Lecturer, Senior Research Fellow (ICAR), Project Trainee (NIO-Goa), and Senior Farm Technician (DBT Project). He joined Janata Mahavidyalaya as an Assistant Professor on 3rd February 2006, became Associate Professor in 2018, and was elevated to Professor (Academic Level 14) from 4th January 2022.

Across his 32 years of teaching and research (1993–2025), he has accumulated 12 years of temporary service and 19 years and 10 months of regular service in higher education.

Teaching, Research & Academic Contributions

Dr. Gaidhane has made significant contributions to Zoology through:

• 30 research papers published in peer-reviewed journals.

• 4 academic books, including:

  • Environmental Biology (2010)

  • Hydro-biological Studies of Kharland Ponds and Prawn Culture (2012 – Ph.D. thesis publication)

  • Aquaculture (2016)

  • Developmental Biology (2021)

He is actively involved in:

• Guiding Ph.D. research scholars

• Delivering lectures and academic sessions

• Participating in academic policymaking through course coordination

Training, Faculty Development & Capacity Building

During his regular service (2006–2025), Dr. Gaidhane successfully completed seven faculty development programmes, including:

• One Orientation Programme

• Two Refresher Courses

• One Summer School

• One Short-term Programme

• One Online Workshop

• One training programme on NEP-2020

These were accomplished at prestigious institutions such as:

• Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi

• NEHU, Shillong

• HPU, Shimla

• GJUST, Hisar

• DAVV, Indore

• RTM Nagpur University

International Exposure & Conferences

Dr. Gaidhane has participated in numerous local, national, and international conferences. His international academic visits include:

• UAE (2015)

• Vietnam (2023)

• Germany, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Netherlands (2024)

• Thailand (2024)

These engagements reflect his global academic presence and commitment to knowledge exchange.

Research Areas & Specializations

His work covers a broad spectrum of Zoology and allied fields, including:

• Aquaculture and Fisheries Science

• Hydro-biological studies of saline (kharland) ponds

• Environmental and Developmental Biology

• Crustacean culture techniques

• Applied Zoology & Biodiversity

Career Achievements at a Glance

• Total Publications: 34

  • Research Papers: 30

  • Books: 4

• Experience: 32 years of teaching & research

• Positions Held:

  • Science Teacher → Lecturer → SRF (ICAR) → Project Trainee (NIO) → Senior Farm Technician (DBT) → Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → Professor

• Ph.D. Programme Co-ordinator since 2013

• Retirement Date: 30 April 2029

Eligibility for the Best Professor Award 

Dr. Dnyaneshwar Mahadeo Gaidhane, a distinguished Professor of Zoology with over three decades of dedicated service in teaching and research, is highly deserving of the Best Professor Award – Scientific Laurels. His exemplary academic journey, marked by 34 publications including 30 peer-reviewed research papers and 4 authoritative books, reflects his sustained commitment to advancing knowledge in Zoology. As a Ph.D. Programme Co-ordinator, he has played a pivotal role in research guidance and academic leadership, contributing significantly to the growth of the discipline. His international academic engagements, contributions to aquaculture and environmental biology, and continuous professional development through UGC-recognized programmes further highlight his excellence. With an outstanding record of service, scholarship, innovation, and global exposure, Dr. Gaidhane stands as an inspiring educator and an eminent scientist fully deserving of this prestigious recognition.