Dr. Konchok Dorjey is a botanist, mycologist, educator, and researcher hailing from Wanla village in Ladakh. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Botany at the University of Ladakh. In addition to his academic responsibilities, he is serving as In-charge Registrar, Dean of Sciences, Coordinator of the Department of Botany, Convener of the Mountain Research Institute (MRI), and Convener of the Centralized Interdisciplinary Science Instrumentation Centre (CISIC) at the University of Ladakh.

Dr. Dorjey completed his M.Sc Degree and Ph.D. in Botany from the University of Jammu and qualified the CSIR-NET/JRF examination in Life Sciences. He is recognized as one of the pioneering researchers in the field of fungal diversity (mycology) in Ladakh and is credited with initiating systematic scientific studies on the high-altitude mushroom diversity of the region. His research interests include fungal diversity, ethnomycology, ethnobotany, medicinal plants, and biodiversity conservation.

Over the years, Dr. Dorjey has published numerous research papers and articles and co-authored the acclaimed book Plants of Ladakh – A Photographic Guide, which documents more than 200 plant species of Ladakh and serves as an important reference for students, researchers, and nature enthusiasts.

In recognition of his outstanding academic and research contributions, he received Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Award for Scientific Excellence (2020) and the InSc Research Excellence Award (2020) for his pioneering work in mycology and ethnobotany. He was also honored with the UT Ladakh State Award in Teaching and Academics (2024) for his dedication to higher education, research, and student mentorship.

Apart from teaching and research, Dr. Dorjey actively promotes environmental awareness, biodiversity conservation, field-based learning, and scientific outreach among students and local communities. His work has significantly enhanced the understanding and documentation of Ladakh’s unique biological heritage.