Prof (Dr) Ramswaroop Singh Chauhan, widely known across the scientific community as "The Cowpathy Man," is a globally distinguished veterinary pathologist, academician, and pioneer in evidence-based Panchgavya research. With an illustrious career spanning over four decades, Dr. Chauhan has held prestigious national and international leadership positions—including Director & Vice-Chancellor of ICAR-IVRI, Joint Director of CADRAD, Director of the Institute of Biotechnology (IBT), Member of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), and Temporary Advisor to the World Health Organization (WHO).
His seminal scientific contributions include the isolation of the camel pox virus in India, pioneering research on immunotoxicity due to pesticides and heavy metals, development of rapid diagnostic assays (Dot-ELISA), and the scientific validation of indigenous cow products ("Cowpathy") for immunomodulation and disease control. As an author of 120 books and over 241 research papers, his life's work bridges ancient traditional wisdom with modern veterinary diagnostic science to empower livestock owners, veterinarians, and public health practitioners worldwide.
Comprehensive literature published for veterinary students, researchers, and field practitioners.
Extensive peer-reviewed publications covering immunology, pathology, and Cowpathy.
Organized capacity-building programs for veterinary officers, scientists, and security forces.
Decades of leadership as IVRI Director, CADRAD Joint Director, IBT Director, and Department Head.
RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS
First in India to isolate the camel pox virus and report Enterotoxaemia and ETEC infections in camels.
Developed Dot-Immunobinding Assays (DIA) and MTT dye methods for cell-mediated immunity detection.
Pioneered research on pesticide-induced glomerulonephritis and apoptosis in avian/bovine lymphocytes.
Established immunomodulatory, bio-enhancing, and anti-cancer properties of Badri cow urine distillate.
Born on September 10, 1958, in a farmer's family in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, laying the foundation for a lifelong passion for animal care and rural welfare.
Joined as Assistant Professor / Assistant Disease Investigation Officer (ADIO) at CCS HAU Hisar after completing BVSc & AH (Honours) and MVSc in Veterinary Pathology from GBPUAT, Pantnagar.
Isolated the camel pox virus and reported Enterotoxaemia and ETEC infections in camels for the first time in India, publishing landmark papers in international journals.
Earned PhD in Veterinary Pathology with 90% marks, developing rapid diagnostic assays (Dot-ELISA) and establishing the role of cell-mediated immunity in calf rotavirus infections.
Transitioned to GBPUAT Pantnagar as Associate Professor, establishing specialized laboratories to evaluate pesticide-induced immunotoxicity and herbal immunomodulators.
Appointed as ICAR National Fellow (Professor Chair); initiated pioneer scientific validation of indigenous cow urine distillate ("Kamdhenu Ark") and coined the term "Cowpathy".
Appointed Member/Advisor to the WHO/IPCS Committee on Environmental Health Criteria in Geneva and conferred ICAR's prestigious Dr. Rajendra Prasad Award.
Took charge as Joint Director at CADRAD, transforming the center into India's first ISO 9001:2000 certified veterinary diagnostic laboratory.
Spearheaded personnel certification as Diplomat and Registrar of the Indian College of Veterinary Pathologists (ICVP) and received the Intas-ISVE Best Veterinary Scientist Award.
Served as Director & Vice-Chancellor of ICAR-IVRI, Izatnagar, and subsequently took charge as Campus Director, Institute of Biotechnology (IBT), Patwadangar.
Established Gauma Farm in Inderpur, Uttarakhand, as a demonstration unit for Badri cow conservation and natural farming; received the Moropant Pingle Go Sewa National Award.
Appointed Member of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI, Govt. of India) and received the Indo Asian-Claude Bourgelat Distinguished Innovative Scientist Award.
Filed patent for Badri cow urine distillate and Tulsi ark formulations (Ref No. 202111012860) and served as Chairman of the Scientific Advisory Committee, ICMR-NARFBR.
Superannuated as Professor & Head of Veterinary Pathology after 41.5 years of distinguished service, transitioning full focus to Gau Mahima Sewa Trust and scientific publishing.
Chaired the National Conference on Sustainable Rural Development (Indian Cow Model) at New Delhi, unveiling patent-pending innovations like the Zebu Chip and GAUMIN supplements.
Key Areas of Advisory
Expert advisory on ISO 17025/9001 certification, GLP compliance, and diagnostic SOPs for veterinary laboratories.
Scientific consulting on chemical fingerprinting, safety testing, and standardization of cow-based bio-products.
Structuring bio-secure gaushalas, disease screening (TB/JD/Brucellosis), and zero-waste farming models.
Designing specialized training modules, diagnostic workshops, and e-learning resources for practitioners.
