Atul Walunj is a Research Veterinarian specializing in Animal Physiology, currently serving as a Technical Resource Scientist at Kent Scientific. As a first-generation college graduate, his career is marked by veterinary oriented educational background and diverse research experience.

Atul began his veterinary education at Bombay Veterinary College, where he earned his DVM degree. He then pursued a master’s degree in animal Physiology from the National Dairy Research Institute in Karnal, India. Following his master’s program, Atul worked in capacity of Assistant Teaching Professor of Veterinary Physiology at the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Veterinary Education and Research in Pondicherry, India. In this role, he focused on undergraduate teaching and farm community-based animal science extension projects. During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Atul was part of a diagnostic team responsible for the molecular diagnosis of COVID-19. This role demonstrated his ability to adapt his skills to address pressing global health challenges.

Atul furthered his expertise by obtaining a second master’s degree in Animal Science from the University of Connecticut. His research concentrated on gut health and proteomics, exploring the interactions of oxygen nanobubble water  and intestinal health implications. His research experience spans reproduction, gut physiology, and microbiology, involving work with bovine, poultry, and lab mice. He also has experience working in BSL-2 and ABSL-2 lab facilities.

In his current role at Kent Scientific, Atul is involved in in-house research, technical support, product development, and validation. His work focuses on anesthesia and physiological monitoring systems, ensuring these products meet the needs of highest animal research and welfare standards. Atul provides technical support, addressing scientific inquiries and operational challenges relating to anesthesia and physiological monitoring systems. His outreach efforts aim to educate and support those involved in animal care, from researchers to veterinary practitioners, enhancing their ability to provide quality care.