Dravyaguna Vigyana
Teaching Faculty & Department | KAHER'S Shri BM.K
Introduction
The Department of Dravyaguna Vigyana, established in 1933, is dedicated to the study of Ayurvedic Pharmacology and Materia Medica. The discipline focuses on understanding the properties, actions, therapeutic uses, and scientific principles of medicinal plants through concepts such as Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipaka, and Prabhava. The department also emphasizes the identification, cultivation, collection, storage, preservation, and research of medicinal plants. With a well-equipped laboratory, a 22-acre herbal garden housing over 400 plant species, and advanced research facilities, the department provides strong academic and research opportunities for students and scholars.
Vision
- To develop innovative research methodologies for understanding the principles of Ayurvedic Pharmacology and Materia Medica.
- To create a balance between classical Ayurvedic wisdom and contemporary scientific knowledge.
Mission
- To achieve academic excellence in Dravyaguna Vigyana education and research.
- To promote scientific thinking and evidence-based Ayurvedic herbal research.
- To nurture skilled professionals capable of advancing the field of medicinal plant sciences.
Core Objectives
- To provide comprehensive knowledge of the fundamental principles of Dravyaguna Vigyana.
- To understand the pharmacological actions of medicinal plants from both Ayurvedic and modern scientific perspectives.
Departmental Activities
Workshops
Organizing workshops and hands-on training programs in plant identification, basic botany, pharmacognosy, sampling techniques, and herbarium preparation.
Seminars
Conducting annual induction programs for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Research
Maintaining and utilizing a 22-acre herbal garden with over 400 medicinal plant species for teaching and research.
Clinical Exposure
Facilitating research through advanced laboratory facilities and the Central Research Facility (CRF).
Faculty Details
Dr. Arun Chougale
Professor
Dr. Advesh Holyache
Professor
Dr. Divya Khare
Reader
Dr.Shweta Yaragatti
Assistant Professor