Highlighting the Success of BSc Special Graduates: Pursuing Postgraduate Studies and Thriving in their Career
Students Graduated in year 2016 |
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Student Name |
Research Thesis Published by the Department |
Progress after graduation |
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Ms. A.A.P. Dias |
Optimisation of The Conditions of Selected Fungal Inocula for the Inducement of Agarwood Resin Formation in Gyrinopswalla(Gertn) |
MSc from the University of Edinburgh, UK |
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2. |
Ms. T.D. Fernando |
Determination of Shrinkage Behavior and Specific Gravity of Selected Timber Species in Sri Lanka |
PhD from University of Kelaniya |
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3. |
Mr. M.G.T. Pabasara |
Assessment of the Abundance and Habitat Preference of Indian Pangolin (Maniscrassicaudata) in Yagirala Forest Reserve; Tropical Lowland Forest in Southwest Sri Lanka |
Works at Sri Lanka customs as a custom officer |
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4. |
Ms. M.A.C. Lakmini |
An Assessment on Exportation of Selected Wood and Plant Products: Trends and Sustainability Aspects |
RMIT Melbourne City campus, Australia |
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5. |
Ms. S.S. Marasinghe |
Composition and Functional Diversity of the Avifaunal Community at Karadiyana landfill: An Urban Landfill in Colombo District, Sri Lanka |
PhD from University of Sri Jayewardenepura
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6. |
Ms. S.A.Y. Medhavi |
Leaf Oil Extraction Optimisation for Three Eucalyptus Species |
PhD student at The University of Melbourne, Australia |
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7. |
Ms. E.M.B.M. Karunathilake |
The Treatability Performance of Kempas, Eucalyptus and Pine Sleepers With Coal Tar Creosote
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Researcher |
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8. |
Ms. A.A.S.D. Dias |
Chemical Characteristics of Buffer Zone Sediments and Hydrogeochemical Implications in Diyawanna Lake
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Environmental Officer at Central Environmental Authority of Sri Lanka |
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9. |
Ms. M.A.D. Prasadi |
Minerological, Sedimentological and Chemical Relationships of Sediments in Lower Peneplain of Kelani River |
No information |
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10. |
Ms. W.H.M.S.N. Weerasinghe |
Composition of Soil Seed Banks in Relation to Four Different Land Use Patterns of Southwest Lowlands, Sri Lanka |
PhD student, University of Freiburg, Germany |
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11. |
Ms. R.L.C. Livera |
Analysis of Composition and Associated Environmental Impacts of Sludge Generated from Dipped Products Manufacturing Industry in Sri Lanka |
PhD student, University of Wellington, New Zealand |
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12. |
Ms. S.M.P.A. Koliyabandara |
Development of Treatment for the Residue Driven Leachate of Landfills |
PhD from USJP, Senior Lecturer at Faculty of Technology, USJP/TV presenter |
Students Graduated in year 2017 |
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Ms. I. V. K. Nayanthika |
Performance of Landfill Leachate Treatment from Laterite Based Soil-layering System: A Laboratory Scale Investigation |
Sri Lanka Administrative Service (SLAAS), Assistant conservator of Forest at Department of Forest Conservation |
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Mr. R. M. T. D. Madusanka |
Geological Evidences on Mine Gas Emissions of a Selected Alluvial Gem Deposit in Pelmadulla, Sri Lanka |
Executive – Quality Assurance at MAS Holdings |
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3. |
Mr. T. Venukasan |
Properties of Teak and Rubber Wood Related to Solid Wood Flooring
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MSc of Resource & Environmental Management at Dalhousie University, Canada |
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4. |
Ms. S. V. Withanage |
Ability of Agarwood Resin Inducement in G. walla by Fungi and Fungal toxins |
Sustainability Management (PhD) at University of Waterloo, Canada |
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5. |
Mr. I. A. A. M. Fernando
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Investigation of Multiple Drivers and their Impact on Chronic Kidney Disease Unidentified Etiology |
Assistant Manager at Watawala Plantations PLC, Sri Lanka |
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6. |
Ms. U. A. A. G. Danushika |
Performance Assessment of Moratuwa Rathmalana Biological Nutrient Removal Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant |
Studied Faculty of Engineering, Civil Engineering at University of Moratuwa, Scientific Assistant at University of Moratuwa |
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Ms. K. K. W. Perera |
Effectiveness of Domestic Reverse Osmosis Units for Removal of Fluoride and Hardness for Drinking Purposes in Chronic Kidney Disease of Unknown Etiology (CKDu) Affected Areas in Anuradhapura |
PhD Candidate/Researcher at Griffith University, Australia |
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8. |
Mr. M.P.D. Lanka |
Early Stage Growth Variation of Selected Agarwood Producing Species Intercropped with Rubber |
Works at Sri Lanka customs as a custom officer |
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9. |
Ms. S. T. Mallikage |
Assessment of the Environmental Impacts of Campsite Use by Visitors to Selected National Parks in Dry Zone of Sri Lanka |
No Information |
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10. |
Mr. G.K. Udugama |
Economic Analysis of Externalities Caused by an Open Dumpsite: A Case Study of Meethotamulla Dumpsite, Sri Lanka
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PhD candidate at University of Massachusetts, USA |
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11. |
Ms. S.D Illesinghe |
Product Impact Assessment of Selected Wooden Products Using Life Cycle Assessment: with Special Reference to Furniture Production in Different Scales |
MSc, University Of Memphis, USA |
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12. |
Ms. G. K. A. L. Dilhari |
Natural Regeneration in Pine Plantations in the Buffer Zone of Sinharaja World Heritage Site |
Developed Export Business on Natural Products |
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13. |
Mr. R. R. Ambegala |
Webometric Analysis of Linkages Between Environment Related Researchers and Institutes in Sri Lanka |
Government School Teacher |
Students Graduated in year 2018 |
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1. |
Ms. M.M.D. Shashikala |
Impacts of Recreational Disturbances on Water-birds of Bundala Ramsar Wetland |
Works at Sustainable Development Council of Sri Lanka |
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2. |
Ms. M.L.D.D. Abeywardhana |
Removal of Heavy Metals and Nutrients from Municipal Wastewater using Salvinia Molesta and Lemna Gibba |
Government School Teacher |
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3. |
Ms. B.P.W Jayasuriya |
Socio-cultural Ecological and Legal Perspectives on Small Tank Management in a Selected Cascade System in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka |
Studies at Australian National University, Canberra, Australia |
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4. |
Ms. W.S. Kaushalya |
Evaluate the Efficiency of Bioballs and Ceramic Rings for the Treatment of Municipal Wastewater |
Studies at University of Eastern, Finland |
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5. |
Ms. W.M.M. Weerasinghe |
Production of Mosquito Repellent using Lesser Known Volatile oil Producing Species |
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6. |
Ms. M.U. Thennakoon |
Analysis of Water Management Towards Achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Safe Water and Sanitation for All);Case Study of Wilpita Wewa (Hali- Ella), Kamburupitiya, Sri Lanka |
Sri Lanka Administrative Service (SLAAS), Director, Land Title Settlement Department |
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Ms. H.M.S.S. Bandara |
Adsorption of N,P,K under Different PH Conditions to Dominant Paddy Clay Minerals in the Intermediate Climatic Condition-A Case Study in Kurunegala |
Government School Teacher |
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Ms. A.M.H. Jayarathne |
Development of Activated Iron Oxide Soil Pellets to Study the Filtering Efficiency of Fluoride Ions in Aqueous Fluoride Solutions. |
Government School Teacher |
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Ms. R.A.P. Malithi |
Identification of the Ability of Selected Fungal Toxins in Agarwood Resin Formation in Aquilaria and Gyrinops Species |
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10. |
Ms. A.M.C. Abeykoon |
Evaluation of Cutting Time and Loss in Conversion in Common Band Sawmills for Teak Timber |
No Information |
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11. |
Ms. M.C.A. Maduwanthika |
Estimation of Local Recreational Value of Seethawaka Wet Zone Botanic Gardens |
No Information |
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12. |
Ms. J.D. Kalubowila |
Floristic Survey of Meethirigala Forest Reserve in Gampaha District |
Demonstrator at Faculty of Medical Sciences – USJP |
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13. |
Ms. C.M.E. Arachchi |
Seasoning and Timber Identification Issues Faced by the Construction Industry
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No Information |
Students Graduated in year 2019 |
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1. |
Ms. R.M.D.H. Rajapaksha |
Assessment of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) and its Association with Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) in Air Conditioned Lecture Halls |
Development Officer, Central Environment Authority |
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Ms. P.H.G. Perera |
Migration of Phthalic Acid Esters from PET Water Bottles: Implications of Reusing Empty Bottles for Storing Ambient and Warm Water for Subsequent Consumption |
PhD Candidate at University of Tasmania, Australia |
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3. |
Mr. C.D. Dassanayake |
A Preliminary Study on Rainfall Redistribution a Secondary Lowland Tropical Rain Forest in Yagirala Sri Lanka |
Self-employer, Creator at YouTube |
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4. |
Ms. S. Gamage
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A Habitat Sensitivity Approach to Support GPS Based Real-time Visitor Traffic Management in Sri Lanka’s National Parks |
No Information |
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5. |
Ms. W.U. Jayapali |
Comparison of the Behaviors of Toque Macaques (Macaca Sinica) Inhabiting Landscapes of Different Human Interventions |
PG in Project Management Fleming College, Canada |
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6. |
Ms. K.A.P. Madushani |
Comparison of Household Carbon Footprint Between Two Grama Niladhari Divisions in Sri Lanka |
No Information |
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7. |
Mr. R.A.D.R.L. Rupasinghe |
Evaluation of Structural Aspects of Timber Roof Designs in Sri Lanka |
PhD Student in Timber Technology, Research Assistant at TPIC, University of Sri Jayewardenepura |
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Ms. P.H.P.P. Piyarathna |
Seed Oil Variation of Plantation Grown Santalum Album L due to Host and Agro ecological variation |
No Information |
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9. |
Ms. R.A.C.L. Ranasinghe |
Development of a Framework for Gate to Gate Ecolable for Sri Lankan Apparel Industry |
No Information |
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10. |
Ms. R.M.S.N. Rathnayake |
A Preliminary Study for Determination of Plot-scale Storm Runoff and Sedimentation Yield at Yagirala Forest Reserves; A Secondary Lowland Rain Forest |
No Information |
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11. |
Mr. H.I.W. Gallage |
Characteristics of Leachate Infiltration Through the Red Earth Profiles: A Laboratory Based Study |
Self-employer, Creator at YouTube |
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12. |
Ms. H.A.P. Dinethra |
Assessment of the Phytoremiation Capacity from Natural Wetlands in Kandawala, Central Province Sri Lanka |
Works at Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority
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Students Graduated in year 2020 |
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Mr. A.H. Randimal |
Morpho-anatomical Characterization of India Panagolin (Manis crassicaudata) in Sri Lanka |
PhD in Biology, Minor in Veterinary at Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, USA |
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2. |
Ms. C.T. Liyanage |
Impacts of Leaf Density and Orientation of Living Walls for the Building Energy Performance |
Research assistant, University Business Linkage Cell USJP |
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3. |
Mr. D.M. Senaviratne |
Impacts of Physical Attributes on Pavement Thermal Performance: An Experimental Study |
MSc. In Forestry The University of Tennessee, USA |
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4. |
Ms. H.I.D. Liyanage |
Socio-technological Status of Moratuwa Woodworking Industry |
MSc in Environmental Management at University of Kelaniya Research Assistant, Research Council – University of Kelaniya |
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5. |
Ms. S.U. Panagoda |
Treatment of Leachate Derived from Long-term Degradable of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) in Open Dumps Using Effective Microorganisms (EM) Technology |
Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering McMaster University, Canada |
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6. |
Ms. R.G.I. Jayanika |
A Vailability of Masquito Repellent Compounds in Different Curry Leaf Species in Sri Lanka |
MSc. in Environmental Engineering, Concordia University, Canada |
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7. |
Ms. G.M.W.K. Nuwanthi |
Effect of Geographic and Climate Factors on Volatile Oil Production in Cymbopogan Nardus |
MSc. in Marine Plastic Abatement Asian Institute of Technology Thailand |
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8. |
Ms. G.L.H.S. Himandi |
Utilization of Wood Waste in Moratuwa Wood Working Industry |
Ph.D. in Natural Resource and Environment University of Connecticut, USA |
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Ms. P.G.H. Pupulewatte |
Development of Physical Characteristics of Laterite Soil Mixtures for the Removal of Nitrate in Drinking Water |
Ph.D. in Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Rutgers University, USA |
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Ms. R.P. Hettiarachchige |
Adsorption Modification of Carbonate Rock Powder in Sri Lanka for the Removal of Contaminated Water from Industrial Dye |
PhD in Forestry and Environmental Science, USJP |
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11. |
Ms. G.M.W.N. Nuwanthi |
Temporal Variations of River Morphology: A Case Study of Wey Ganga, Sri Lanka |
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12. |
Ms. W.K.G. Wimalasena
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Economic Analysis on the Supply Chain of Organic Rice Reaching Colombo |
Timber Processing Center, USJP |
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13. |
Ms. V.G. Balasuriya |
Stem Flow Generation by Seven Urban Tress in University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka |
Works at MAS Holdings |
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14. |
Ms. A.I.L Silva |
Economic Analysis on Better Hospital Waste Management Options in the Government Hospitals in the Western Province |
Graduate Research Assistant at University of Sri Jayewardenepura |
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15. |
Mr. Y.H.B. Marambe |
Development of a User-friendly Application for the Estimation of Carbon Stock at both Stand and Individual Species Level in Homegardens in Selecter Agro-ecological Regions in the Wet Zone of Sri Lanka |
No Information |
Students Graduated in year 2021 |
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Ms. P.S.A.P. Fernando |
Comparative Analysis on Green Roofs and Photovoltaic Panels as Sustainable Rooftop Technologies: A Case Study for Colombo, Sri Lanka |
Master in Business Administration from Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK Senior Executive – Environment Sustainability, MAS |
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Ms. M.A.U.R. Maddumaarachchi |
Comparison Between Predicted and Actual Thermal Comfort in Non-air-conditioned Residential Buildings: A Case study for a Region in Wet Zone, Sri Lanka |
Works at Control Union Inspections (Pvt) Ltd Sri Lanka |
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3. |
Ms. K.G.N. Thathsarani |
An Assessment of Environmental Flow Releasing Methodologies in Sri Lanka – A Review |
Associate, Forestry and Tree Planting, Climate and Conservation Consortium, Colombo 7 |
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Ms. P.D.H. Fernando
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Prediction of diameter, Height, Biomass and Carbon for Hevea brasilliensis with Tree Age with Special Reference to the Low Country Wet Zone of Sri Lanka |
Assistant Lecturer at Department of Forestry and Environmental Science. |
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5. |
Ms. W.A.S.V. De Costa |
Structural and Economic Aspects of Timber Roof Designs in Western Provincial Houses, Sri Lanka |
Supplier Management Auditor Intertek Lanka (Pvt) Ltd |
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6. |
Ms. A.V.P.S. Buddhima |
Study the Removal of Fluoride from Tea Waste with Selected Concentrations of Fluoride in Water |
Received MSc Scholarship from University of Waterloo, Canada |
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Ms. M.J.J. Addrell |
Household Preferences and Willingness to Pay for Improved Solid Waste Management Services: A Case Study in Colombo 15, Sri Lanka |
No Information |
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Ms. H.C.I. Rodrigo |
Comparison of Conventional and Organic Modes of Low Country Tea Cultivation Using Life Cycle Approach: A Study in Neluwa, Galle District, Sri Lanka |
Master’s in Natural Resource Management Oklahoma State University USA. |
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Ms. M.H.L. Mapatuna |
Role of Sri Lanka in International Wildlife Trade |
Master of Science in Forest Resources at Clemson University, USA |
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10. |
Mr. R. Hisho |
Site Suitability Evaluation for Ecotourism Development in Jaffna Peninsula, Sri Lanka using Geographical Information System (GIS) and Analytical Hierarchy Process |
Associate, Sustainability Assurance and Advisory Services, Climate and Conservation Consortium, Colombo 7 |
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11. |
Mr. S. Gobishankar |
Assessment of Blue Carbon Stocks Including Mangroves, Sea Grasses and Salt Marshes in Puttalam, North West Sri Lanka |
Masters in Earth and Environmental Science Oceanography Seoul National University, South Korea |
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12. |
Ms. S.D. Gopallawa |
Unleashing the Potential of Integrated Solid Waste Management in Local Authorities of Sri Lanka: A Case Study for Embilipitiya Urban Council |
Graduate Environmental Scientist, Development Risk Management Pvt Ltd, Australia |
Students Graduated in year 2022 |
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Ms. Y.K.D.S.S. Senaratna |
Assessment of the Blue Carbon Stocks Including Mangroves, Sea Grasses, Salt Marshes and Algae in Selected Locations in Northern Province, Sri Lanka |
Analyst in Carbon Management, Climate and Conservation Consortium, Colombo 7 |
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Ms. K.P.S. Sathyangi |
Quality of MSW-derived Compost and Fertilizer in Sri Lanka: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis |
Demonstrator at Department of Forestry and Environmental Science |
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3. |
Ms. P.R.O. Dilhara |
Wetland Health of South Asian Countries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis |
Assistant Certifier, Control Union Inspections (Pvt) Ltd, Colombo 7 |
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4. |
Ms. W.P.A Perera |
Chemically Modified Coconut Shell Biochar for Effective Removal of Losartan Potassium in Aqueous Solutions |
Demonstrator at Department of Forestry and Environmental Science |
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5. |
Ms. A.R.Sandeepani |
Abundance and Distribution of Microplastics in Surface water of Attanagalu Oya |
Executive, Sustainability, North Manufacturing Pvt Ltd, Biyagama |
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Ms. K.H.P.D.L.Wickramasinghe |
Recognition of Invasive Characteristics of Areca triandra Roxb. ex Buch.-Ham. (Arecaceae), An Introduced Palm Species in Sri Lanka |
Demonstrator at Department of Forestry and Environmental Science |
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Ms. K.M.A.U. Senevirathna |
Spatial Multi-Criteria Evaluation (SMCE) Model for Landslide Hazard Zonation using Geographic Information System (GIS): A Study from Kandy district |
Internee at Federation for Environment, Climate and Technology |
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Ms. S.A. Jayasinghe |
Effects of Street Trees on Roadside Thermal Environment Within an Urban Canyon: A Case Study |
Internee in Sustainability(CM), MAS Holdings, MAS Capital, Battaramulla |
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A.P. Sirimanne |
Impacts of Common Urban Tree Species on Outdoor Thermal Comfort in Colombo City |
Executive, Group Lean Enterprise, MAS Holdings, MAS Capital, Battaramulla |
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W.V.T.U. Vithanage |
Fungal Diversity in the Wounded Gyrinops walla Trees and the Surrounding |
International Affairs Division, USJ -Coordinator |
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11. |
H.M.D.M. Ranasinghe |
Estimation of Turtle Conservation Value using Contingent Valuation Method |
Sustainability Officer, Climatesi, Pelawatta |
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12. |
R.C.C Perera |
Dieback of Mesua ferrea L in Yagirala Forest Reserve in Sri Lanka :A preliminary observation |
No Information |
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13. |
N.P.A.S. Janashantha |
The Diet, Prey Preference, and Preliminary Anatomical Examination of the Digestive System of the Indian Pangolin (Manis crassicaudata) |
Demonstrator at Department of Forestry and Environmental Science |
Publications
Students of the BSc Honors degree in Forestry and Environmental Management are actively engaged in conducting comprehensive research on burning topics. They have recently published several research theses, demonstrating significant progress in their studies.