Prof. Arjan Dhami is a distinguished veterinary scientist, academician, researcher, and specialist in Animal Reproduction and Gynaecology, with approximately 38 years of university service. His academic career began at Gujarat Agricultural University, Anand, where he progressed from Senior Research Assistant to Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Research Scientist & Head, and ultimately Professor & Head of Gynaecology. He superannuated in June 2021 and has subsequently served as a consultant in the Veterinary and Animal Husbandry sector.

His long academic career reflects extensive contributions to veterinary education, livestock reproduction, research management, extension services, and scientific organizations.

Research & Scientific Contributions

Prof. Dhami has an exceptional research record comprising more than 550 publications, including 67 international journal papers, 345 national journal papers, 65 clinical articles and reviews, 57 popular articles, 34 manuals/bulletins/class notes, and 20 books and school textbooks in Gujarati.

He has also presented or contributed more than 325 research papers at various national and international conferences, symposia, seminars, congresses, and workshops. His research has primarily focused on animal reproduction, veterinary gynaecology, reproductive biotechnology, bovine fertility, semen technology, infertility management, reproductive efficiency, and livestock production.

Major Research Projects

Throughout his career, Prof. Dhami has led or participated in numerous research projects addressing important livestock-production challenges. These include projects on:

• Cattle infertility and reproductive management
• Central sperm stations and semen production
• Breeding efficiency of cattle and buffaloes
• Andrological evaluation of breeding bulls
• Conservation and improvement of indigenous Gir cattle
• Nutritional interventions for milk production and reproduction
• Fodder evaluation and livestock productivity
• Controlled breeding technologies and ultrasonography
• Reproductive efficiency in tribal dairy animals
• Nutritional and physiological interventions for reproductive performance
• X- and Y-bearing spermatozoa sorting technology in bovines

A notable project on technology for sorting X- and Y-bearing spermatozoa in bovines, sanctioned by the Government of Gujarat, had a total proposed outlay of approximately ₹10.11 crore, demonstrating the scale and technological ambition of his research programme.

Research Recommendations & Technology Development

Prof. Dhami has contributed 21 research recommendations/technologies for the scientific community and 8 recommendations for the farming community. His work has emphasized translating veterinary reproductive research into practical technologies and management strategies for livestock farmers and breeding institutions.

Awards & Scientific Recognition

Prof. Dhami has received more than 50 medals, awards, prizes, fellowships, and appreciation recognitions throughout his career. His distinctions include:

• C.K. Desai Gold Medal for standing First in the BVSc & AH degree examination
• Bombay Gau-Rakshak Mandali Gold Medal
• ICAR Senior Research Fellowship
• Best Teacher Award
• Dr. G.B. Singh Memorial Young Scientist Award – Gold Medal
• Prof. Nils Lagerlof Memorial Awards – Gold Medal
• Multiple Young Scientist Awards
• Fellow, The Indian Society for Study of Animal Reproduction (FISSAR)
• Best Article and Best Research Paper Awards
• Sardar Patel Research Award
• Dr. A.S. Kaikini Award for Lifetime Achievement in Veterinary Andrology
• Multiple Best Oral Paper Presentation Awards
• Fellow, National Academy of Veterinary Science (FNAVS)
• Fellow, National Academy of Dairy Science (FNADS)

His sustained recognition across teaching, research, veterinary andrology, scientific presentations, and extension activities demonstrates the breadth and longevity of his contributions.

Postgraduate Teaching & Research Mentorship

Prof. Dhami has made substantial contributions to postgraduate education and research mentorship. He has served as Major Advisor for 3 Ph.D. and 24 MVSc students, in addition to mentoring more than 50 students as Minor Advisor or ACM.

His supervised research has covered advanced topics such as bovine reproductive performance, ultrasonography, fertility management, semen quality and cryopreservation, estrus synchronization, reproductive disorders, reproductive microbiota, antioxidants, semen extenders, and reproductive biotechnology.

Several of his students have also received awards for their theses and research papers, reflecting his effectiveness as a research mentor.

Scientific Leadership & Professional Service

Prof. Dhami has held numerous leadership positions in professional organizations, particularly the Indian Society for the Study of Animal Reproduction (ISSAR) and the Society for Veterinary Sciences & Biotechnology (SVSBT). His leadership roles have included Treasurer, Secretary, Vice President, and President of professional bodies and regional chapters.

He has also served on editorial boards, postgraduate study boards, technical committees, institutional animal ethics committees, and as a scientific reviewer for 14 national and international journals. He has been associated with the editorial activities of journals including the Indian Journal of Animal Reproduction, Indian Journal of Animal Research and Indian Journal of Veterinary Science & Biotechnology.

Contribution to Veterinary Extension

A particularly significant aspect of Prof. Dhami's career is his contribution to field-level veterinary extension. He has helped organize more than 80 clinical and infertility-management camps, taking reproductive healthcare and scientific livestock-management practices directly to the field.

His extensive popular writing in Gujarati, including articles, books, and educational materials, has further supported knowledge transfer to farmers and the wider community.

Contribution to ISSAR

Prof. Dhami has made an extensive contribution to ISSAR over several decades. He has participated actively in national and international conferences, supported journal editorial work, helped enroll hundreds of life members, organized professional workshops and seminars, and contributed to the growth of the Gujarat Chapter.

He also served as Treasurer of ISSAR (Central) for two terms from 2020–2026, contributing to organizational administration and financial streamlining. His long-standing service reflects significant professional leadership within veterinary reproductive science.

Overall Research Impact

With nearly four decades of university service, more than 550 publications, extensive research-project leadership, substantial postgraduate mentorship, numerous scientific awards, professional fellowships, technology-development initiatives, and extensive field-level extension activities, Prof. Arjan Dhami has established a strong and sustained record in veterinary reproductive science, animal husbandry, and livestock biotechnology.

His career demonstrates a successful integration of research, teaching, mentorship, scientific leadership, technology development, and farmer-oriented extension, with lasting contributions to veterinary and animal-reproduction research.

Eligibility for Distinguished Researcher Award 

Prof. Arjan Dhami is highly eligible for the Distinguished Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels. His candidature is supported by an outstanding combination of approximately 38 years of academic and research service, more than 550 publications, over 325 scientific presentations, leadership of numerous externally relevant livestock-research projects, 3 Ph.D. and 24 MVSc scholars guided as Major Advisor, more than 50 major awards and recognitions, prestigious fellowships, and extensive professional leadership.

His Lifetime Achievement Award in Veterinary Andrology, election as Fellow of the Indian Sociery for the Study of Animal Reproduction, National Academy of Veterinary Science and National Academy of Dairy Science, extensive research in animal reproduction and reproductive biotechnology, and decades of contributions to veterinary extension and professional organizations including current engagement as Associate Chief Editor of IJVSBT and Consultant/Advisor in AH & Dairy Sector demonstrate a level of sustained achievement consistent with a Distinguished Researcher. His long-term scientific impact, mentorship record, technology-oriented research, and leadership in veterinary reproductive science make him a strong candidate for recognition under the Distinguished Researcher Award – Scientific Laurels.