
Dinesh Dadarwal
Associate Professor, Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences- Address
- WCVM 2436
Research Area(s)
- Food animal theriogenology
Profile
- B.V.Sc.&A.H., CCS Haryana Agricultural University, 1999
- M.V.Sc., Rajasthan Agricultural University, 2001
- Ph.D., University of Saskatchewan, 2012
- Diplomate, American College of Theriogenology, 2017
Teaching and Clinical Areas
Dr. Dadarwal teaches courses in farm animal reproduction, including cow palpation and ultrasonography, obstetrics, and male breeding soundness evaluation to third-year DVM students. He is actively involved in fourth-year clinical rotations and coordinates key areas such as large animal imaging and neonatal management, while also participating in bovine field service and clinical rotations. At the graduate level, Dr. Dadarwal coordinates and teaches courses including Advanced Bovine Reproduction, Spermatology, and Principles in Embryo Transfer. In addition to his academic responsibilities, he provides both primary and referral clinical services for theriogenology cases, primarily in cattle, but also for small ruminants and camelids, supporting clients and field veterinarians.
Research Interests
Dr. Dadarwal is a clinical researcher dedicated to improving the reproductive efficiency of farm animals. His work spans various areas, including estrus synchronization, egg quality, uterine health and immunity, and breeding strategies for both heifers and cows. A major focus of his research is the postpartum period, during which the uterus recovers after birth. Dr. Dadarwal has established a research program in reproductive mucosal immunity (ReproMI), funded by NSERC. His team investigates how inflammation, immune cells, and local signaling influence uterine recovery. By identifying early markers of uterine health and dysfunction, he aims to help prevent long-term fertility issues. His research group has recently developed an in-vitro culture system using in-vivo harvested uterine cells. He is also involved in studying prenatal fetal testing in cattle. Currently, Dr. Dadarwal is focusing on the development and integration of sensor-based technologies for cattle management (funded by ADF) and the creation of 3D models using in-vivo harvested cells. Additional research interests include refining breeding soundness evaluations in rams and investigating the role of seminal bacteria in ram semen quality.
Bio
Dr. Dadarwal gained his academic teaching and clinical experience at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University as an Assistant Professor (2002-2007, 2013-2014) and then at University of Saskatchewan as a resident (2014-2016). He has joined as a faculty member (Assistant Professor, Food Animal Theriogenology) in the Large Animal Clinical Sciences WCVM (Jan 2017) and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2025.
He is a member of one reproductive health research group (https://research-groups.usask.ca/onereproductivehealth//index.php)
Publications
- Wickramasingha, D.; Schumann, F.; Sayi, S.; Toews, A.; Gabadage, K.; Fernandopulle, R.; Dadarwal, D. (2025). Case Report: Semen quality and pathological lesions in rams naturally infected with Brucella ovis during an outbreak in Saskatchewan. Can Vet J. 66 523-532.
- Dadarwal D.; Pfeifer L.; Cervantes M.; Adams G.P.; Singh J. (2024). Effect of maternal age on ATP content and distribution of mitochondria in bovine oocytes. PLOS ONE 19(4): e0302444.
- Gobikrushanth, M.; Dos Santos, S.J.; Fernando, C.; Hill, J. E.; Dadarwal, D. (2024). Uterine microbial profiles in healthy postpartum dairy cows do not vary with sampling techniques or phases of estrous cycle. Theriogenology. 214, 298-306
- Singh, H.; Brar, P.; Honparkhe, M.; Singh, N.,; Han, M. H.; Dadarwal, D. (2023). Local and systemic inflammatory response to the intrauterine infusion of enzymes during estrus in water buffaloes with subclinical endometritis. Research in Veterinary Sciences. 162, 104951
- Singh, N.; Fernando, C.; Hill, J. E.; Singh, J.; Campbell, J.; Dadarwal, D. (2022). Identifying the minimum concentrations of cell-free fetal DNA in maternal blood required for bovine fetal sexing using PCR. Theriogenology 191,192-199.
- Gobikrushanth, M.; Zachar E. K.; Singh, N.; Schumann, F.; Dadarwal, D. (2022). Theriogenology Question of the Month. J Am Vet Med Assoc. Nov 26;260(2):170-173. doi: 10.2460/javma.21.06.0285. PMID: 34843438.
- Caunce, S. L.; Dadarwal, D.; Adams, G. P.; Brar, P.; Singh, J. (2019). An objective volumetric method for assessment of ovarian follicular and luteal vascular flow using colour Doppler ultrasonography. Theriogenology, 138, 66-76.
- Dadarwal D.; Palmer C.; Griebel P., 2017: Mucosal immunity of the postpartum bovine genital tract. Theriogenology, 104 62-71
- Dadarwal D.; Dias F. C. F.; Adams G. P.; Jaswant S.; Singh J., 2017: Effect of follicular aging on ATP content and mitochondria distribution in bovine oocytes. Theriogenology, 89 348-358.
- Dadarwal D.; Honparkhe M.; Dias F. C. F.; Alce T.; Lessard C.; Singh J., 2015: Effect of superstimulation protocols on nuclear maturation and distribution of lipid droplets in bovine oocytes. Reproduction Fertility and Development, 27 1137-1146.
- Dadarwal D.; Adams G. P.; Hyttel P.; Brogliatti G. M.; Caldwell S.; Jaswant S.; Singh J., 2015: Organelle reorganization in bovine oocytes during dominant follicle growth and regression. Reprod Biol Endocrin, 13 14 November 2015.
- Honparkhe M.; Gandotra V. K.; Matharoo J. S.; Ghuman S. P. S.; Dadarwal D.; Jaswant S.; Singh J., 2014: Synchronization of follicular wave emergence following ultrasound-guided transvaginal follicle ablation or estradiol-17beta administration in water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis). Animal Reproduction Science, 146 5-14.
- Dadarwal D.; Mapletoft R. J.; Adams G. P.; Pfeifer L. F. M.; Creelman C.; Singh J., 2013: Effect of progesterone concentration and duration of proestrus on fertility in beef cattle after fixed-time artificial insemination. Theriogenology, 79 859-866.
- Dias F. C. F.; Dadarwal D.; Adams G. P.; Mrigank H.; Mapletoft R. J.; Singh J., 2013: Length of the follicular growing phase and oocyte competence in beef heifers. Theriogenology, 79 1177-1183.
- Sumeet S.; Dhaliwal G. S.; Dadarwal D., 2010: Reproductive efficiency of Thoroughbred mares under Indian subtropical conditions: a retrospective survey over 7 years. Animal Reproduction Science, 117 241-248.
- Sharma S.; Morel M. C. G. D.; Dhaliwal G. S.; Dadarwal D., 2010: The pattern of embryonic fixation and its relationship to pregnancy loss in thoroughbred mares. Reproduction in Domestic Animals, 45 e61-e67.
- Ghuman S. P. S.; Singh J.; Honparkhe M.; Dadarwal D.; Dhaliwal G. S.; Jain A. K., 2010: Induction of ovulation of ovulatory size non-ovulatory follicles and initiation of ovarian cyclicity in summer anoestrous buffalo heifers (Bubalus bubalis) using melatonin implants. Reproduction in Domestic Animals, 45 600-607.
- Dadarwal D.; Tandon S. N.; Purohit G. N.; Pareek P. K., 2004: Ultrasonographic evaluation of uterine involution and postpartum follicular dynamics in French Jennies (Equus asinus). Theriogenology, 62 257-264.