Academic & Philosophical Foundation
Rasashastra Evam Bhaishajya Kalpana forms the backbone of Ayurveda, fostering scientific and clinical thinking for the rational design, preparation, and application of Ayurvedic medicines. For over three decades, the department has provided a robust academic and research environment that integrates classical Ayurvedic pharmaceutics with modern pharmaceutical sciences, driven by a culture of excellence and innovation.
The department is supported by a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty who collaboratively guide students, nurturing critical thinking, hands-on skills, and research aptitude in Ayurvedic drug formulation, standardization, safety, and efficacy.
The department has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Punarvasu Aushadhalaya, Pune and Arya Ayurved Pharmaceuticals, Pune, to support academic and research activities for UG and PG students.
Vision
To establish Rasashastra evam Bhaishajya Kalpana department as a center of excellence by preserving the classical wisdom of Ayurved pharmaceutics and therapeutics integrating with scientific, innovative, ethical practices for global healthcare needs.
Mission
To impart quality education, hands-on training, and research-oriented learning in Rasashastra evam Bhaishajya Kalpana , incorporating classical Ayurvedic principles with modern scientific standards.
To develop ethical-skilled pharmaceutical experts, researchers and ayurvedic physicians; proficient for preparing safe, effective, and standardized Ayurvedic formulations especially Rasa Aushadhis [Mineral, metallic, herbo-mineral formulations] for global acceptance and public health assistances.
Faculty Details
(From left to right) 1.Dr. Madhura Phadtare (Assistant Professor);2. Dr. Trupti Patil (Associate professor);3. Dr. Madhuri Pawar (Professor& HoD);4. Dr. Swati Gadgil (Associate professor);5. Dr Sarika Patil (Assistant Professor); 6. Dr. Akshay Karandikar (Assistant Professor)
Dr. Madhuri Pawar
Qualification: B.A.M.S., M.D. (Rasashastra Bhaishajyakalpana)
Designation: Professor & HOD
Experience: 33 years 7 months
Head of DepartmentDr. Swati Gadgil
Qualification:B.A.M.S., M.D, (Rasashastra), Ph.D.
Designation: Associate Professor
Experience: 24 years 1 month
Dr. Trupti Patil
Qualification: B.A.M.S., M.D, (Bhaishajyakalpana) Ph.D.
Designation: Associate Professor
Experience:17 years
Dr. Sarika Patil
Qualification: B.A.M.S., M.D, (Rasashastra Bhaishajyakalpana) PhD [Sch]
Designation: Assistant Professor
Experience:5 years 2 months
Dr. Madhura Phadtare
Qualification:B.A.M.S., M.D, (Rasashastra Bhaishajyakalpana)
Designation: Assistant Professor
Experience: 5 years 1 months
Dr Akshay Karandikar
Qualification:B.A.M.S., M.D, (Rasashastra evum Bhaishajyakalpana)
Designation: Assistant Professor
Experience: 17 December 2025 till date
Role and Key Functions of the Department :
Academic program and teaching:
The department offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral (PhD) academic programs and adopts problem-based teaching and learning (PBL) methodologies that are ideally suited to the hands-on and applied aspect of Rasashastra Evam Bhaishajya Kalpana. It enables students to effectively translate classical theoretical concepts into practical, real-world Ayurvedic pharmaceutical solutions.
Practical Training:
UG and PG students receive intensive hands-on training in the attached undergraduate laboratory, quality control laboratory, and teaching pharmacy. They actively participate in the preparation, standardization, and quality assurance of more than 100 classical and proprietary Ayurvedic formulations. Students are gaining practical exposure to raw material processing, dosage-form development, in-process quality checks, and final product evaluation. This integrated training bridges classical pharmaceutical principles with contemporary quality standards, ensuring strong technical competence and industry-ready skills.
The department organizes regular educational visits and pharmacy training to GMP-certified Ayurvedic pharmacies such as Ayurved Rasashala, Leadgen Pharma, Arya Ayurved Pharmaceuticals etc and NABL drug testing laboratories, providing students with exposure to industry standards, Good Manufacturing Practices, quality control procedures, and large-scale pharmaceutical operations.
Research overview on areas:
The department commenced its postgraduate program in 2004, with research primarily focused on the development of monographs for various Ayurvedic formulations, encompassing standardization, preclinical, and clinical studies.
The thrust area of the department focuses on the design and development of innovative dosage forms of Ayurvedic dietary and medicinal products [fermented Ayurvedic products, cosmeceuticals & herbomineral] addressing key societal health problems such as metabolic disorders, hair-related conditions, mental health disorders, and cognitive impairments. A major research emphasis is also specified on bioavailability and bio accessibility studies of metallic and calcium-based Bhasma formulations. Research works planned for Ph.D. students focuses on generation of IPR; two patents on hair gel and Mudga Yusha have been published on 2024 and 2025.
The Department conducts collaborative research with reputed academic institutions, national laboratories, and industry partners. Collaborations include the Pharmacology Department of Medical College, Poona College of Pharmacy, College of Engineering, IRSHA, Department of Physics, SPPU, and industries such as Ayurveda Rasayani, Pharmaza Herbals, Shri Dhootapapeshwar Ltd., and Punarvasu Aushadhalaya. National laboratories including RIFTR, NCL, C-MET, support advanced interdisciplinary research integrating Ayurveda with modern scientific approaches.
📜 ONGOING AND COMPLETED PG AND Ph.D. RESEARCH WORKS:
Completed Postgraduate Research work in Rasashastra evam Bhaishajyakalpana
| No | Name of student | Name of Guide | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Avinash Chougule | Dr. Wele Asmita | Effect of Concentration and Pharmaceutical Method On Pharmacological Activity of Shwaskuthar Rasa with Respect to Marich | 2004-2007 |
| 2. | Dr. Trupti Patil | Dr.Wele Asmita | Bioavailability and Efficacy of Marich [Piper nigrum L.] in Shwaskuthar Rasa with Variation in Concentration and Manufacturing Process | 2004-2007 |
| 3. | Dr.Sheeba Varghese | Dr. Dalvi –Pawar Madhuri | Pharmaceutical standardization of Shwaskuthar Rasa prepared by different concentrations of Maricha | 2004-2007 |
| 4. | Dr. Aalam Shahawar | Dr.Wele Asmita | Comparative Experimental Evaluation of Talisadi choorna and Guti Containing Natural Vanshalochan | 2005-2008 |
| 5 | Dr. Omkar Kulkarni | Dr Wele Asmita | Evaluation of Standardized syrup and Suspension form of Talisadi churna using experimental models. | 2005-2008 |
| 6 | Dr. Vidya Omna | Dr Dalvi-Pawar Madhuri | Evaluation of Pharmacological and Antimicrobial activity of Talisadi choorna and Guti without Vanshalochan. | 2005-2008 |
| 7 | Dr. Atul Gaikwad | Dr. More Nandini | Pharmaceutical and experimental study of Talisadi Choorna and guti containing synthetic vanshlochan | 2005-2008 |
| 8 | Dr. Ekta Chauhan | Dr. Wele Asmita | Experimental Toxicological Evaluation of Bhavana of Agastipatra Talisadi Swaras to Manashila | |
| 9 | Dr. Sandeep Ubale | Dr.Wele Asmita | Experimental Toxicological Evaluation of Ardrak Swaras Bhavit Shuddha Manashila | 2006-2009 |
| 10 | Dr. Deepali Suryawanshi | Dr. Dalvi –Pawar Madhuri | Comparative Toxicological Evaluation of Shuddha Manashila Processed in Bhringraj Swaras and Mixture of Bhringraj Swaras with Aja Mutra | 2006-2009 |
| 11 | Dr. Yogendra Kasat | Dr More Nandini | Experimental toxicological evaluation of shuddha manashila Processed sequentially in Bhringaraj, Agasti, Jayanti and Ardra kswaras | 2006-2009 |
| 12 | Dr. Gaurav Gupte | Dr. Wele Asmita | Development and Standardization of Shaman Dhoomvarti: Deodarvyadi Dhoomvarti. | 2007-2010 |
| 13 | Dr. Mukesh Chandra | Dr.Wele Asmita | Efficacy of Devdarvyadi Dhoomvarti in Avegavastha of Tamakshwas | 2007-2010 |
| 14 | Dr. Neelakantha Khadtar | Dr. Dalvi –Pawar Madhuri | Pharmaceutical standardization of Pathadyasava administered in Shwas | 2007-2010 |
| 15 | Dr. Jyoti Singh | Dr. Wele Asmita | Toxicity study of Unmadgajakesari Rasa [UGK II] and its Antipsychotic activity in Animal Models. | 2008-2011 |
| 16 | Dr. Subhod Kele | Dr.Wele Asmita | Evaluation of Acute Toxicity and Antipsychotic Activity of Unmadgajakesari Rasa-I: A Herbo-Mineral compound. | 2008-2011 |
| 17 | Dr. Prashant Nimbalkar | Dr. Dalvi –Pawar Madhuri | Evaluation of Antiepileptic and Learning Memory activity of Unmadgajakesari Rasa treated in Herbal Drugs. | 2008-2011 |
| 18 | Dr. Amit Jain | Dr. More Nandini | Experimental evaluation of Unmadgajakesari Rasa [UGK II] A Herbo-Mineral compound for its Antiepileptic and Effect on Learning Memory skills. | 2008- 2011 |
| 19 | Dr. Nikhil Pendse | Dr. Wele Asmita | A study of manufacture and standardization of Vasarishta containg Mritsanjeevani. | 2009-2012 |
| 20 | Dr. PoonamMadan | Dr.Wele Asmita | Evaluation of anti-histaminic and anti-inflammatory activity of scandalized Talisadi suspension without Vanshalochan. | 2009-2012 |
| 21 | Dr. Swapnil Shinde | Dr. Pawar Madhuri | Experimental evaluation of anti-histaminic and anti-inflammatory activity of Vasarishta. | 2009-2012 |
| 22 | Dr.Harshita Nagtode. | Dr. Wele Asmita | Experimental evaluation of Antipsychotic activity of Hingvadi Ghrita prescribed in Unmad. | 2010-2013 |
| 23 | Dr. Amit ]Pawar | Dr. Pawar Madhuri | Experimental evaluation of Antiepileptic and Nootropic Activity of Panchagavya Ghrita. | 2010-2013 |
| 24 | Dr. Kavita Sawant | Dr. More Nandini | Experimental Screening Hingvadi Ghrita to Assess Antiepileptic and Nootropic Activity. | 2010-2013 |
| 25 | Dr. Rupali Kale | Dr. Gadgil Swati | Evaluation of Antiepileptic and Nootropic Activity of Kushmand Ghrita using experimental models. | 2010-2013 |
| 26 | Dr. Amol Sonune | Dr. Wele Asmita | Experimental Evaluation of Antipsychotic activity of Vachadi Ghrita using animal Models | 2011-2014 |
| 27 | Dr. Kunal Gurav | Dr. Dalvi- Pawar Madhuri | Experimental Evaluation of Nootropic activity of Vachadi Ghrita and in vitro study using biochemical Assay. | 2011-2014 |
| 28 | Dr. Nashir Parmar | Dr. More Nandini | Experimental Evaluation of Antipsychotic Activity of Brahmyadi Ghrita. | 2011-2014 |
| 29 | Dr. Megha Sangwan | Dr. Gadgil Swati | Experimental Evaluation of Nootropic activity of Brahmyadi Ghrita using animal models. | 2011-2014 |
| 30 | Dr. Poonam A. Gupte | Dr. Wele Asmita | Experimental Evaluation of Antidepressant Activity of Hingvadi Ghrita Using Animal Models. | 2012-2015 |
| 31 | Dr. Ashutosh S. Pandey | Dr.Dalvi- Pawer Madhuri | Assessment of Nootropic activity of Panchagavya Ghrita in animal models | 2012-2015 |
| 32 | Dr. Priyanka S. Padavi | Dr. More Nandini | Evaluation of Nootropic Activity of Hingvadi Ghrita in Experimental Animal Models. [ Approved and accepted] | 2012-2015 |
| 33 | Dr. Tapas Nikhare | Dr. Gadgil Swati | Experimental Evaluation of Panchagavya Ghrita on Depressive Disorders | 2012-2015 |
| 34 | Dr. Prachi Patki | Dr. Wele Asmita | A study of Medhya activity of Vachadi Ghrita on Learning and Memory of High School Children | 2013-2016 |
| 35 | Dr. Priyadarshani Magdum | Dr. Pawer Madhuri | A clinical study of the of Vachadi Ghrita on Memory in Healthy subjects | 2013-2016 |
| 36 | Dr. Santosh Pusadkar | Dr. More Nandini | Evaluation of Brahmyadi Ghrita for improvement in learning and memory of High School Children | 2013-2016 |
| 37 | Dr. Sudhir Rasal | Dr. Gadgil Swati | A clinical study to evaluate memory enhancing effect of Brahmyadi Ghrita in healthy individuals | 2013-2016 |
| 38 | Dr. Roshini Takale | Dr. Wele Asmita | Clinical Pharmocological Assessment of Hingwadi Ghrita in Mild to Moderate Depression | 2014-2017 |
| 39 | Dr. Rashmi Kulkarni | Dr. Pawer Madhuri | Study the therapeutic effect of Vachadi Ghrita in patients of Depression. | 2014-2017 |
| 40 | Dr. Nishigandha Chaudhari | Dr. More Nandini | Clinical Evaluation of Brahmyadi Ghrita in Mild to Moderate Depression. | 2014-2017 |
| 41 | Dr. Viraj Bhandari | Dr. Gadgil Swati | Evaluation of antidepressant potential of Panchagavya Ghrita as an adjuvant in patients of Depression. | 2014-2017 |
| 42 | Dr. Bhavana Menkudale | Dr. Pawar Madhuri | Comparative assessment of Antidepressant activity of Brahmi Ghrita prepared from Puran Ghrita and Fresh Go Ghrita using CUMS. | 2015-2018 |
| 43 | Dr. Vidushi Sharma | Dr. Madhuri Pawar Dr. Swati Gadgil | Comparative efficacy evaluation of antidepressant activity of Brahmi Ghrita and Avaetit Brahmi Ghrita using CUMs animal model. | 2015-19 |
| 44 | Dr. Priyanka Mohite | Dr. Pawar Madhuri | Comparative assessment of Nootropic activity of Yashtimadhu Choorna and Kshirapaka in Young and Aged Mice | 2016-2019 |
| 45 | Dr. Vaidehi Patankar | Dr. Madhuri Pawar Dr. Swati Gadgil | Evaluation of three dosage forms of Guduchi on learning and Memory in young and aged mice | 2016-19 |
| 46 | Dr. Aishwarya Koyande | Dr. Swati Gadgil | Comparative assessment of two samples of Saraswatarishta on mental efficiency in elderly individuals | 2017-2020 |
| 47 | Dr. Mrinmayee Hedaoo | Dr. Trupti Patil | Pharmaceutical, analytical study and exploratory clinical evaluation of Abha Guggulu prepared using Abha Phala in Janusandhigata vata | 2018-2021 |
| 48 | Dr. Arundhati Shirke | Dr. Asmita Wele | Characterization of Pittal Bhasma prepared with traditional methods | 2018-2021 |
| 49 | Dr. Anushree Nimje | Dr. Swati Gadgil | Characterization of Dhatryarishta using LCMS technique | 2019-2022 |
| 50 | Dr. Gouri Nimkar | Dr. Asmita Wele | Physico-chemical analysis of Suvarna and Yashad Bhasma and their comparative efficacy in type 2 diabetes mellitus rats | 2021-24 |
| 51 | Dr. Anagha Maral | Dr. Madhuri Pawar | Characterization and in vivo assessment of Suvarna Bhasma on STZ and HFHF diet induced diabetic cataract | 2021-24 |
| 52 | Dr. Ankita Khairnar | Dr. Swati Gadgil | Characterization of Yashad bhasma and its efficacy in diabetes induced Cataract in rats. | 2021-24 |
| 53 | Dr. Sneha Salunkhe | Dr. Trupti Patil | Manufacturing, analysis and exploratory clinical trial of Charakokta Amalaki rasayan in post COVID Patients | 2021-24 |
| 54 | Dr. Neha Naikawadi | Dr. Madhuri Pawar | Development, Standarization and clinical evaluation of Ayurvedic food made from Amaranthus and Ragi for Sthaulya [ obesity] | 2022-2025 |
| 55 | Dr. Ashwini Naik | Dr. Madhuri Pawar | Development and clinical assessment of Lajadi Yoga prepared from popped rice in obese individuals | 2022-2025 |
| 56 | Dr. Shivani Bhinde | Dr. Swati Gadgil | Development and standardized Sorghum based medical food and its clinical efficacy in Sthaulya [ obesity] | 2022-2025 |
| 57 | Dr. Akash Toshniwal | Dr. Trupti Patil | Pharmaceutical and comparative analytical study of five innovative Madyajanak sandhan formulations of Jambuphala and Beej | 2022-2025 |
| 58 | Dr. Neha Malik | Dr. Madhuri Pawar | Synthesis and evaluation of bio accessibility of Shankha Bhasma prepared with two different herbs | 2023-26 |
| 59 | Dr. Mayank Makwana | Dr. Swati Gadgil | Evaluation and comparison of bio accessibility of Kapardika Bhasma prepared with Kumari swaras and Nimbu Swaras | 2023-26 |
| 60 | Dr. Jasmin Kalihari | Dr. Trupti Patil | Manufacturing and analysis of innovative Prasadan Anjan containing Mukta Pishti and Triphala Ghrita | 2023-26 |
⏳ Ongoing Postgraduate research works in Rasashastra Evam Bhaishajyakalpana
| Sr no | Student name | Guide name | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dr. Aarya Dixit | Dr. Madhuri Pawar Dr. Swati Gadgil | Characterization and in vitro assessment of Antiglycation effect of two variants of Nishaamalaki | 2023-26 |
| 2 | Dr. Dr. Pragati Toraskar | Dr. TruptiPatil | Preparation, Standarization and exploratory comparative clinical study of Manjisthadi Taila abhyanga with or without Udvartana in patients of Melasma[ Vyanga] | 2023-26 |
| 3 | Dr. Sanyogita Patil | Dr. Swati Gadgil | Evaluation of Vyangahar effect of Vyangahar ghrita –an open label clinical trial | 2023-26 |
| 4 | Dr. Rushikesh Kumbhar | Dr. TruptiPatil | Pharmaceutical and comparative analytical study of two innovative Madyajanak Sandhan formulations of Strawberry | 2023-26 |
| 5 | Dr. Snehal Ramgirwar | Dr. Swati Gadgil | Evaluation of bio accessibility Mukta shukti bhasma | 2023-27 |
| 6 | Dr. Sneha sakhare | Dr Swati Gadgil | Development and in vitro evaluation of Amaraphalbija-Haritaki based Shampoo and Gel for antifungal Activity in Darunak | 2024-2027 |
| 7 | Dr. Narayan Biyani | Dr Swati Gadgil | Pharmaceutical Development, standardization and in vitro anti-obesity study of Vrikshamla arishta [ alcoholic fermented product] | 2024-2027 |
| 8 | Dr. Harshali Kamathe | Dr. Trupti Patil | A comparative pharmaceutical and analytical evaluation of four variations of alcoholic fermentation products of Khajura | 2024-2027 |
| 9 | Dr. Manpreet | Dr. Trupti Patil | Development, phytoconstituent analysis and clinical evaluation of Ayurvedic tea prepared using Arjun, Sariva and Sunthi | 2024-2027 |
🎓 Completed Ph.D research works in Rasashastra Evam Bhaishjyakalpana
| Sr no | Student name | Guide name | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Trupti Patil | Dr Asmita Wele | Characterization of Gold Bhasma and its Bioaviabillity study with four different anupana [ media] | 2020 |
| 2 | Dr. Swati Gadgil | Dr Asmita Wele | Evaluation of Efficacy of potentiated Brahmai Ghrita using animal models | 2021 |
| 3 | Dr. Nilima Dharkar | Dr. Madhuri Pawar | Pharmaceutico analytical and clinical study of Dashemani Kandughna gel for the management of Darunaka[ dandruff] | 2023 |
| 4 | Dr. Ankita Shirkande | Dr. Madhuri Pawar | Clinical evaluation of Yava Payas and Mudga Yusha on associated symptoms of menstruation in young women | 2025 |
🎓 Ongoing Ph.D. research works in Rasashastra Evam Bhaishjyakalpana
| Sr no | Student name | Guide name | Title | Year of admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Amit Pawar | Dr. Madhuri Pawar | Evaluation of Antidepressant and Anxiolytic activity of Panchagavya Ghrita prepared with different concentrations of Panchagavya using animal models | 2017-18 |
| 2 | Dr. Sarika Patil | Dr. Madhuri Pawar | An in vitro assessment of Vayasthapan and Rasayan activity of Guduchi siddha Ghrita | 2020-21 |
| 3 | Dr Sonali Mali | Dr Swati Gadgil | Analytical and Preclinical study of different dosage form of Mandukparni to assess their Nootropic activity in animal | 2022-23 |
| 4 | Dr. Poonam Gupte | Dr. Swati Gadgil | Standrization and efficacy evaluation of Madhvik, a honey based alcoholic fermented formulation in high fat diet induced obese rats | 2023-24 |
| 5 | Dr Mahesh Bhujbal | Dr. Trupti Patil | Development of innovative Raktachandanadi Skin serum and its exploratory clinical evaluation for Kantivardhan action | 2023-24 |
🎓 ONGOING AND COMPLETED PROJECTS:
| Completed Projects | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr no | Title and CTRI Reg No. | PI/ COI | Sponsor | Budget | Duration | Standalone/ Interdisciplinary | Publication IPR link If any |
| 1 | Preventive and Therapeutic Potential of Swarna and Jasad Bhasma in Diabetic Retinopathy and Nephropathy | Dr. Madhuri Pawar and Dr. Swati Gadgil | ICMR | 11 lacs Received to medical College | 2022-2023 | Interdisciplinary | nil |
| 2 | Experimental and clinical evaluation of standardized Krishnavajrabhrak Bhasma used in Shwas[ Bronchial Asthma] | PI: Dr. Asmita Wele, Co-PI: Dr. Madhuri Dalvi-Pawar | Department of Ayush, New Delhi | 25 lacs | 2005 to 2010 | Interdisciplinary | https://www.longdom.org/proceedings/study-efficacy-of-krishnavajrabhraka-bhasma-in-chronic-asthma-32170.html |
| 3 | Comparative assessment of therapeutic potential of Vachadi and Hingwadi Ghrita in patients of depression | PI-Dr. Madhuri Pawar, co-Pi: Dr. Asmita Wele | Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed To Be University Pune | 45000/-Rupees | 2017-18 | Standalone | COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL OF VACHADI AND HINGWADI GHTRITA IN PATIENTS OF DEPRESSION - Europub |
| 4 | Characterization of Dhatryarishta using Liquid Chromatography –Mass Spectrometry and gas chromatography technique | PI: Dr. Swati Gadgil, Co-I Dr. Madhuri Pawar | Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed To Be University Pune | 57000/-Rupees | 2021-2022 | Interdisciplinary | Not available |
| 5 | Study of Gold Formulations in Ayurveda with Focus on Evaluation of Nanoparticles in Traditional Swarna Bhasma and Its Bioavailability | PI - Dr Trupti Patil-Bhole | Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed To Be University Pune | ₹ 25,000 | 2013-2014 | Multidisciplinary | https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S097594762100125X |
| 6 | Estimation of Bioavailability of Gold Bhasma in Human Volunteers by ICP MS [Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry | PI - Dr Trupti Patil-Bhole | Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed To Be University Pun | ₹ 50,000 | 2016-2018 | Multidisciplinary | https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30459077/ |
| 7 | Characterization of Mukta Pishti Prepared Using Freshwater and Seawater Pearls | PI - Dr Trupti Patil-Bhole | Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed To Be University Pune | ₹ 50,000 | 2021-2023 | Multidisciplinary | NA |
| 8 | ‘‘Comparative Clinical Trial to Assess the Effect of Retention period of Matra Basti with or without Prakshep Dravya in Dhatukshyatmka Janusandhigata Vata’ | Co-PI - Dr Trupti Patil-Bhole | ₹ 50,000 Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed To Be University Pun | ₹ 50,000 | 2021-2023 | Multidisciplinary | NA |
| Ongoing Projects | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr no | Title and CTRI Reg No. | PI/ COI | Sponsor | Budget | Duration | Standalone/ Interdisciplinary | Publication IPR link If any | |
| 1 | Effect of Co-administration of standardized Nisha Amalaki on oxidative stress, inflammation, glucose and lipid levels in type II diabetes patients receiving Antidibetic agents : an exploratory clinical study | Co I - Dr. Swati Gadgil | CRPU BVDU | 5 lacs | 2025-2026 | Multidisciplinary | NA | |
| 2 | In vitro evaluation of anticancer activity of different dosage forms of Guduchi on breast Cancer | Dr. Sarika Patil -PI Dr. Madhuri Pawar and Dr.Swati Gadgil [Co-I] | Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed To Be University Pune | 3 lacs | 2025-2026 | Interdisciplinary | NA | |
| 3 | Characteristic Investigation of Vanaspati Marita Swarna Bhasma Prepared By Processing With Kutherika [Ocimum Basilicum Linn.], By Top-Down Approach of Conversion of Gold Into Its Nanoparticles By Traditional Method of Rasashastra | PI - Dr Trupti Paril | Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed To Be University Pune | ₹ 2 lacs | 2024- | Multidisciplinary | NA | |
INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILLITIES:
Department comprises of laboratories including Quality control laboratory, museum and a separate teaching pharmacy unit.
MUSEUM:
The Department maintains a well-organized museum with systematically displayed specimens of Ayurvedic metals, minerals, and herbal drugs to facilitate clear understanding and accurate identification for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Rare herbal and mineral samples support learning of ideal raw drug standards.
The museum also comprises fiberglass models of traditional instruments used for demonstration. An extensive collection of raw samples of Abhraka (mica), selected precious and semi-precious stones are displayed in museum. Rare specimens of metals and minerals donated by alumni further enrich the collection.
Pictorial charts aid quick conceptual revision of subject and a model of a traditional Rasashala is helping to enhance understanding of classical Ayurvedic pharmaceutical layout and workflows.
LABORATORIES:
The well-equipped laboratory comprising traditional and modern machines provide hands-on training to undergraduate and postgraduate students in the preparation of traditional Ayurvedic as well as modern innovative dosage forms. The department additionally maintains a fully equipped Quality Control laboratory wherever undergraduate students are trained in testing of Ayurvedic formulations, while postgraduate students are given independent access for research activities.
TEACHING PHARMACY
The Teaching Pharmacy is a key asset of the department, it serves as a dynamic training environment where students gain hands-on experience in the preparation, compounding, and management of pharmaceutical products under guided supervision.
The facility is fully equipped with specialized machinery and instruments dedicated to various sections of pharmaceutical practice. These include equipment for raw material processing, weighing and blending, granulation, tablet compression, capsule filling, liquid formulation, quality control testing, packaging, labelling, and proper storage. The structured layout of the Teaching Pharmacy ensures that students are exposed to the complete pharmaceutical production cycle-from raw material handling to the final finished product.
It strengthens students ‘understanding of pharmaceutical processes, also builds confidence in handling equipment, managing workflow, maintaining hygiene standards, and ensuring product quality.
Outreach and Extension Activities
Dr Madhuri Pawar is an active member of ‘Sharada Shakti’, an organization working for women empowerment.
The Department of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana regularly hosts international students for structured academic training and advanced learning in the classical methodologies of Ayurvedic pharmaceutical formulations under the guidance of Dr. Trupti Patil.
Our Esteemed faculty members of the Department Dr. Madhuri Pawar and Dr. Swati Gadgil, delivered instructional training sessions on the basic principles and preparation methods of selected Ayurvedic dietary products for the ‘Mata–Bal Sangopan’ program in 2024.
Events organized:
The Department has been organizing an annual Ayurvedic Diet Recipe Competition continuously from 2011 to 2025, aimed at promoting interest and skills in Ayurvedic diet preparation.
Pharmacists’ Day is celebrated every year to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions of pharmacists working in Ayurvedic dispensing and manufacturing units.
In the month September 2025 on the occasion of the 10th Ayurveda Day and the 35th Foundation Day of the Ayurveda College, department organized guest lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students of ayurvedic physicians. Lectures were delivered by Vd. Amit Ghodake, Director, Arya Ayurved Pharmacy, on challenges in operating a GMP-certified Ayurvedic pharmacy, and Vd. Yogesh Kale, Consultant, Punarvasu Chikitsalaya, on Ayurveda IPD Management: Administrative and Clinical Perspectives.
An Ayurveda-based Cosmetic Workshop was conducted on 14–15 October 2024, providing hands-on training in Ayurvedic self-care product formulation
Cooking club Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) College of Ayurved and Rasashastra Evam Bhaishjyakalpana has organized Ayurvedic Sa-agani/Niragni recipe competition for undergraduate and postgraduate students on 10th April 2023
Guest lecture of Vaidya Anant Nimakar and demonstration of Kupipakwa rasayan kalpa of Rsasindoor was organized in the department for PG and UG students in August 2022.
A Refresher Orientation Training Programme (ROTP-CME) in Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana was organized in 2011, funded by RAV, New Delhi.
Testimonials
Faculty Success Stories
Following PG/PhD alumni have received awards as follows:
| Sr. No. | Name of Faculty | Award with year | Agency /awarded by |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Swati Gadgil (Associate Professor) | National Best Ph.D. (Ayu) 2021 | Ayurveda Teachers Association |
| 2 | Dr. Sarika Patil (Assistant Professor) | First Prize in Poster Presentation, 2022 | VI International conference on Ayurveda for Cancer 2022 BSDT, Wagholi. |
| 3 | Dr. Madhura Phadtare Faculty member | First Prize in National Essay Writing Competition, 2024 | Rastriya Shikshan Mandal Pune. |
| Sr. No. | Name of Student (PG batch) | Award with year | Agency /awarded by | 1 | Dr. Pragati Toraskar, PG [II year batch 2023-2026 RSBK ] | First prize - 'Patient awareness for drug safety: ADR/AE AYUSH' | National level e-poster competition organized to mark the National Pharmacovigilance week 2025 |
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| 2 | Dr. Sanyogita Patil , PG [II year batch 2023-2026 RSBK ] | 2nd prize in Poster presentation at National seminar on Ayurvedic management of Neurological Disorders (1st Feb 2026.) First prize- : Integration of Ayurvedic therapy and Dietary advises in Rheumatoid Arthrtis: a review. 21-22 January 2024. | Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Pune. National Conference RHEMAYURVED organized by Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Pune. |
| 3 | Dr. Arya Dixit, post graduate student (2023-26 batch) | First Prize paper presentation at National seminar on Ayurvedic management of Neurological Disorders, Pune Second prize (Poster Presentation) Maintenance of agni a key to wellness. On 07/01/2024. Second prize in topic presentation, 2024 | Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Pune. Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Pune. Nanal Inter –Medical collegiate National Competition,Pune |
Picture Gallery
Ayurvedic snacks were thoughtfully prepared and served to the esteemed dignitaries from the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) by the Department of Rasashastra evam Bhaishajya Kalpana from 6th to 8th January 2026.
On occasion of 10 th Ayurved Day and 35 years of Ayurved college foundation, Dept. Of Rasashastra evam Bhaishajyakalpana organized an Ayurvedic Recipe Competition for undergraduate and post graduate students of college on 18.09.2025.
Cooking club Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) College of Ayurved Rasashastra Bhaishjyakalpana has organized Ayurvedic Sa-agani/Niragni recipe competition for undergraduate and postgraduate students on 10th April 2023.
Ayurveda-Based Cosmetic Workshop organized: on 14 October and 15 October 2024 for Undergraduate [2021-22 batch] and Post graduate students of department offering practical training in Ayurvedic self-care product formulation.
Pharmacists Day Celebration on 25 September 2024 to owe gratitude to Pharmacists working in Hospital pharmacy units.
As part of the Certificate Programme in Basics of Ayurveda, faculty members delivered comprehensive teaching and hands-on demonstrations of essential Bhaishajya Kalpana formulations for French students on 12th February 2026 at Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Ayurveda.
Ayurveda Rasashala (Pharmacy visit) of II BAMS (2023-24) Batch students on 4/02/2026 & 5/02/2026.
Poona College of Pharmacy visit of II BAMS (2022-23) Batch students on 7/10/2025.
Pharmacy Visit to Vishwarang Ayurveda Pharmacy II BAMS 2022-23 Batch on 28/01/2025.
Sameerpannag (Kupipakwa Rasayan) Nirman by PG students (Batch2023-24 and 2024-25) on 02/04/2025
Rasasindoor (Kupipakwa Rasayan) Nirman by PG students (Batch 2021-22) under guidance of Vd Anant Nimkar on Nov 2021.
Ayurvedic Udvartan and Shatavari Kalpa prepared in Pharmacy Unit by Postgraduate students
Shatawari Kalpa and Chyawan Prash Nirman: Hands on Training to II BAMS [ 2020-21, 2021-22 students]
Preparation of Gandhak Druti using Egg-shell by UG students (2017-18).
Ayurvedic Rasashala model prepared by II BAMS Batch 2022-23.
Dr. Madhuri Pawar and Dr Swati Gadgil guiding in ‘Mata–Bal Sangopan’ program April 2024.
Practical Demonstration of Taila preparation to Asha Workers on 25/04/2024
Participation of Rasashastra evum Bhaishajya Kalpana Department
In Sakal Expo- December 2024
A guest lecture was delivered to UG and PG students by Vd. Amit Ghodke, Director of Arya Ayurved Pharmaceuticals, on the topic “Current Practices & Challenges in the Ayurvedic Pharmaceutical Industry” on 19th September 2025.
Guest Lecture to PG students by Mr. Shahanawaj Maniyar sir on Topic “Principles of Crystallography Application and significance for compound chemical structures” on 12 July 2025.
Dr. Swati Gadgil (Associate Professor)
Received ‘National Best Ph.D thesis (Ayu) 2021
Awarded by Ayurveda Teachers Association.
Dr. Sarika Patil (Assistant Professor)
‘First Prize’ in Poster Presentation
by ‘VI International conference
Writing Competition
Mandal on Ayurveda for Cancer 2022’.
BSDT, Wagholi.
Dr. Madhura Phadtare (Assistant Professor) First Prize in National Essay awarded by Rastriya Shikshan Pune. 2024
Dr. Madhuri Pawar: Resource Person in National Conference organised in Tilak ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Pune August 2023
Dr. Madhuri Pawar, felicitation in Vishwa Pandhari, National level conference by Hon. Founder Maharaj Sangawadekar: September 2023
Received first prize in poster presentation at national conference on Rheumayurveda on date - 21/1/2024
Vd. Aarya Dixit (MD 3rd year) received 1st prize in paper presentation at National seminar on Ayurvedic management of Neurological Disorders held at Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Pune, on 1st Feb 2026
Vd. Sanyogeeta Patil (MD 3rd year) received 2nd prize in Poster presentation at National seminar on Ayurvedic management of Neurological Disorders held at Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Pune, on 1st Feb 2026.
Dr. Pragati Toraskar, MD II-year scholar, has received first prize in national level e-poster competition organized to mark the National Pharmacovigilance week 2025. The competition organized by Department of Rasashastra and Bhaishajyakalpana, Nangelil Ayurved Medical College, Kothamangalam, Ernakulam Kerala.
Department of Rasashastra Evam Bhaishajyakalpana: Postgarduate students’ academic achievements
Postgraduate students of Rasashastra Evam Bhaishajya kalpana department and Dr. Madhuri Pawar [HOD]: Poster Presentation at National seminar on Rasashastra: Concepts to Practices organized by TAMV, Pune. August 2023
Postgraduate Students of department: interactions with Dr. Neelambari Sardeshmukh and senior doctor of Ayurvedic cancer research center, Wagholi, Pune June 2023.
ROTP organized by Rasashastra and Bhaishajyakalpana department sponsored by RAV, New Delhi on 2010. Dr. Manoj Nesari [Advisor, Dept. of Ayush New Delhi] and Dr. Mardikar [Ex Principal] expressed their views.



































































