Name: Dr Vikram Patial. Highest academic degree: PhD. Current Professional title: Principal Scientist. Current affiliated institution: CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology. Dr Vikram Patial is a Principal Scientist specializing in experimental pathology and toxicology. As a veterinarian with a focus on these fields, he has developed a deep expertise in animal models and experimental medicine. His research group is dedicated to investigating the pathogenesis of liver dysfunction related to lifestyle factors, using various preclinical models. They also explore the therapeutic potential of natural molecules and nutraceuticals, with a particular emphasis on the gut-liver axis. Dr. Patial has authored over 55 peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals and contributed to five book chapters. Dr Vikram Patial's academic qualifications are Bachelors of Veterinary Sciences, Masters in Veterinary Pathology and PhD in the area of toxicology and pathology. Number of articles you have published as first author or corresponding author: 30. Number of international academic conference speeches: 05. Number of citations: 1420. Google Scholar's H-index: 21. Awards: Selected to attend “Young Scientist Camp-2023” by AFLAS, at Seoul National University, South Korea. Best poster award- IAVP 2023. IAVP-Prof. S. Ramachandran Memorial Best Molecular Oncologist Award-2022. Best Poster Award, SFEC-2022, International Congress of Society of Ethno pharmacology. IABS- Best Poster award-2019. IPSCON -Dr. Hardyal Award for best publication. IPSCON -Saroj V.N. Sharma award for best paper. Certificate of Appreciation- Dr P.D. Sethi Memorial Annual National Awards -2017. Scientist Fellow (QHS). National Merit Scholarship. Professional associations’ membership: Life member of the Laboratory Animal Science Association of India. Nominee of CCSEA, Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying. Life member of Laboratory Animal Scientists' Association (India). Life member of the Indian Science Congress Association. Life Member of the Indian Association of Veterinary Pathologists. Life member of the Veterinary Council of India. Member of Himachal Veterinary Council. Member of Institutional Animal Ethics Committee (IAEC). Member of Institutional Ethical Committee. Dr Vikram Patial is revieer of many reputed journal like Hepatology (Wiley), Phytotherapy Research, Journal of Ethno pharmacology, Molecular nutrition and Food Research, International Journal of Bio macromolecules, Life Sciences, World Journal of Gastroenterology, International Journal of Nano medicine, Frontiers in Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Scientific Reports – Nature, Human and Experimental Toxicology, Oncotarget etc. He is also Review Editor and Guest Associate Editor for Frontiers in Pharmacology. Manuscript Peer reviewed: More than 100. Editorial: 02. Our work majorly focus on lifestyle associated liver and kidney disorder. Understanding the pathophysiology of these conditions and exploring potential therapeutic solutions. Regulatory toxicology. Development of the preclinical models for liver and kidney disorders. Distinctive professional skills and areas of expertise: Experimental pathology and toxicology. Active listening skills, Communication skills: Can write and speak English fluently. Interpersonal skills: Have collaborations with researchers of various disciplines within and outside the Institute. Leadership skills and Management skills: Coordinator and IN charge of laboratory animal house and other facilities in the Institute. Also leading a research group in the are of pathology and experimental pathology. Mentoring skills: Guiding and teaching the PhD students. Problem-solving skills: Always look forward to solving the issues timely and amicably. Playing cricket, Badminton, trekking and listening music.