Prof. L.D.C. Peiris – Genetics and Molecular Biology Unit

Prof. L.D.C. Peiris
B.Sc.(Colombo), Ph.D (UK)

Professor
dinithi@sci.sjp.ac.lk

Research Interests: Pharmacognosy therapy including cancer research, anti-inflammatory, diabetes, antimicrobial, etc. Molecular mechanisms and pathways, Proteomics, Toxicology, Infertility.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. – University of Sheffield, UK; Feb. 1999

B.Sc. – University of Colombo, Sri Lanka; Sep. 1993

Appointments/Career Profile:

2015 to date –	Professor: Department of Zoology / Genetics & Molecular Biology Unit, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka.
2013-2015 –	Senior Lecturer: G1: Department of Zoology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka.
2008-2012 –	Research Fellow: Department of Paediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, BC, Canada.
2004-2006 –	Research Fellow: Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada. (On sabbatical leave).
2005-2008 –	Senior Lecturer I: Department of Zoology, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2004-2006 –	Post-Doctoral Fellow: Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Queens’ University, Ontario, Canada.
1999-2005 –	Senior Lecturer II: Department of Zoology, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
1995-1999 –	Ph.D. student: Dept. of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, University of Sheffield, UK.
1994-1999 –	Lecturer: Department of Zoology, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
1993-1994 –	Assistant Lecturer: Department of Zoology, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Special Achievements/Awards:

2021 – Outstanding Scientist Award for Women- International Scientist Awards 2021 on Engineering, Science, & Medicine. Chennai, India
2021 – Silver medal – young innovator award for our project on the isolation of novel compound from marine brown alga: Chnoospora minima.
2020 – A prize for the best paper published in the journal Gender & Genome in 2019. This was awarded by the journal to only one paper.
2019 – USJ Research Awards for Science Citation indexed journal publications.
2019 – Grant to cover APC charges for the paper published in Molecules, awarded by National Science Foundation, Sri Lanka.
2018 – IPSTAT grant awarded by National Science Foundation.
2018 – USJ Research Awards for Science Citation indexed journal publications.
2018 – Silver medal awarded by SLAAS for best undergraduate projects
2018 – Award for Best paper in a technical session at 23^rd Forestry and Environment Symposium.
2018, 2017 – Top reviewer in Publons’ global Peer Review Awards. Awarded to top 1% of peer reviewers.
2017 – Travel grant awarded by University of Sri Jayewardenepura to attend a Conference in Sicily, Italy.
2017 – Travel grant awarded by Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, Punjab, India, to give the key note address at the conference on “recent advances for quality enhancement in science and technology” January 16-17.
2017 – Presidential awards for Scientific Publications.
2017 – USJ Research Awards for Science Citation indexed journal publication.
2016 – USJ Research Awards for Science Citation indexed journal publication.
2015 – USJ Research Awards for Science Citation indexed journal publication
2014 – Travel grant awarded by National Science Foundation to present research findings in Dubai, UAE.
2008 – Best Poster award-GIDRU conference, Banff, Canada.
2010 – Travel grant awarded by AUTO21 to present research findings in Ontario, Canada.
2006 – Travel grant to cover the full expenditure to travel to Banff, Canada to present research finding in an international workshop.
2003 – Grant to cover full expenditure to travel to Guatemala to present research findings and to participate in an international workshop.
1999 – Travel grant awarded by Society for the Study of Fertility and the British Andrological Society.
1998 – Journal of Reproduction and Fertility, partial funding towards travel grant, to attend epididymis II, Boden Conference on the Epididymis, Sydney, Australia.
1991 – Keerthisinghe Memorial Prize for The Best Zoology Student, University of Colombo.

Scholarships / Fellowships:

2015 –

AUTO-21 Network of Centers of Excellence Fellowship. Auto-21 Network of Centers of Excellence, Ontario, Canada.

2005 –

GIDRU Fellowship for Physiology Research. Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, Canada.

1995 –

Open Commonwealth Scholarship. The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission, UK.

Research Grants:

DNA bar-coding and Bio- marker development of Indian Pangolin (Manis crassicaudata) found in Sri Lanka: Forensic and Taxonomical perspective (2020).
Determination of antimicrobial activities of Acmella oleracea L. plant extracts in controlling microbes on food contact surfaces and its mechanism of action-Completed.
Anticancer, antidiabetic activities and molecular characterization of polyphenols and polysaccharides from Caulerpa racemose (2018-2020)-Competed.
Cancer, antidiabetic, and immunomodulatory effects and molecular characterization of compounds isolated from selected marine algae from Sri Lanka (2018-2021)-Completed.
Development of efficient drug delivery system using polysaccharide based nanoparticles from Sri Lankan Marine Algae for anti- cancer therapy (2017-2018), Funded by USJP-completed.
Evaluation of anticancer and antiproliferative activities of aqueous leaf extract and fractionated compounds of ethnomedically important plant Passiflora subersoa L. using different cancer cell lines-Completed.
Investigation of antidiabetic and antiproliferative activities from aqueous flower extract of Nycanthes arbor-tristis L. (2016-2017)-Completed.
Characterization of molecular biomarkers of the earthworms inhabiting in cadmium contaminated soils of Sri Lanka. 2015-2017-Completed.
Reducing whiplash injury from rear end impacts (2010-2011), Funded by MITACS accelerate grant, University of British Columbia, Canada.
Prevention: Reducing Occupant Injury in Rear-end Collisions (2008-2010), Funded by AUTO-21 Network of Centers of Excellence, Ontario, Canada.
Anti-hyperglycaemic and hypoglycaemic activities of Phyllanthus debilis aqueous plant extract in mice (2007 – 2008), Funded by University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Regulation of secretion of BMP-2 and the BMP antagonist Noggin by Calcium-Sensing. Receptor (CaSR) in colonic myofibroblasts. (2005-2006), Funded by Dairy Framers of Canada. Gastro-intestinal Research unit, Dept. of Physiology, Queen’s University, Ontario, Canada.
Ihh; a new and potent agonist against Calcium-Sensing Receptor (2004-2006), Funded by GIDRU Training Grant. Gastro-intestinal Division, Hotel Deu Hospital, Ontario, Canada.
Time taken for epidydimal sperm maturation, Funded by NRC.

Administrative and other positions:

Councilmember | 2020-2021 | Institute of Biology.
Senior Treasurer | 2018-2019; 2019-2020 | Institute of Biology.
President | 2018 | SLAAS section D.
Faculty coordinator | from 2018 – present | Quality assurance Cell.
Dept. of Zoology Biology Coordinator | Department of Zoology, Faculty of Applied Sciences.
Council Member | 2017-2018 | Institute of Biology.
Vice President | 2017 | SLAAS section D.
Co-Chairman | 2017 | 2^nd International conference on Bioscience & biotechnology conference 2017 (held in March 9 & 10) – Taj Samudra Colombo.
Secretary | 2017 | SLAAS Ethics Committee.
Student Counsellor | 2015 | Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
Secretary | 2016 | SLAAS section D.
Advisory Board Member | 2016 – present | Scientific Society of Advance Research & Social Change
Session chairs in many international/national conferences | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020.
Rapporteur | 2015 | SLAAS section D.
Steering Committee Member | 2010 | Whiplash Prevention Campaign, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Coordinator | 2010 | Whiplash Prevention Campaign funded by AUTO 21 and University of British Columbia.
Coordinator | 2003-2004 | M. SC. Environmental Science Program, Department of Zoology, University of Colombo.
Sub-Warden | 2003-2004 | Women’s undergraduate hostel, University of Colombo.
Secretary | 1996-1997 | Sri Lankan Society, University of Sheffield.

Research publications:

Articles Published in Peer-Reviewed Journals

2021

Gunathilaka, MDTL, Dilrangi KH, Samarakoon, KW, Ranasinghe, P, Peiris, LDC, 2021. An insight into the Caspase 3/7 mediated apoptotic pathway by Chnoospora minima (Hering): A Sri Lankan Marine Brown Algae. MDPI International Journal of Molecular Sciences- Submitted on the journal invitation.

Malge N.R., Bandara A.M.P.W. Keerthirathna, LR;, Dissanayake, DMIH; Witharana C; Peiris, Dinithi L C: (2021). Antioxidant and anti-proliferative activities of Similax zeylanica root and rhizome extract against liver carcinoma cells. Journal of Herbs, Spices & Medicinal Plants. Feb. 1-12. doi.org/10.1080/10496475.2021.1891178.

Samarakoon, KW; Jayasooriya, RGPT; Ranasinghe, P; Peiris, LDC, (2021). Inhibition of cell proliferation in leukemia cancer cells by mediating caspase-3 apoptosis from Thebu leaf, Costus speciosus (Koen.) Sm.

Keshala, Kasuni K; Bandara, AMPW; Padumadasa, Chayanika; Peiris, LDC, (2021). Bioactivities and GC MS profiling of Malewana Madhumeha Choorna polyherbal hot infusion. South African Journal of Botany, 140, pp. 194–203, 2021.

Uthpala, TGG; Munasinghe, HH; Peiris, LDC; Navaratne, SB, (2021). Evaluation of antimicrobial potential and phytochemicals in Acmella (A. oleracea) flower pod extracts subjected to different drying techniques. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, pp. e15570.

2020

Gunathilaka M.S.R.L., Samarakoon K.W., Ranasinghe P., Peiris L.D.C. (2020). Antidiabetic potential of marine brown algae – A mini review. Journal of Diabetes Research. 2020: 1-13. doi:10.1155/2020/1230218. IF 2.965. SCI/SCO

Dissanayake, DMIH; Perera, DDBD; Keerthirathna, LR; Heendeniya, Saumya; Anderson, Raymond J; Williams, David E; Peiris, Dinithi L C: (2020). Antimicrobial activity of Plumbago indica and ligand screening of plumbagin against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. In: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, pp. 1–12. doi.org/10.1080/07391102.2020.1846622. IF. 3.549. SCI/SCO
Chathuranga, TTD and Peiris LDC (2020). Investigation of erythrocyte cholinesterase inhibition and liver toxicity by artificial fruit ripener Ethereal in vivo. Wulfenia Journal, 27 (12), 24-34. SCI / SCO

2019

Kudavidanage E.P., Dissanayake D.M.I., Keerthirathna W.L.R.K., Nishshanke N.L.W., Peiris L.D.C. (2020). Commercial formulation of chlorphyrifos alters neurological behaviors and fertility. MDPI Biology, 9, 49; doi: 10.3390/biology9030049. IF 3.796 SCI/SCO

Heendeniya SN, W. L. Rangi Keerthirathna, M. C. K. Manawadu, D. M. I. Dissanayake², Rizwan Ali, Abdullah Mashhour³ Hajar Alzahrani, Pahan Godakumbura, Mohamed Boudjelal and L. Dinithi C. Peiris (2020). Therapeutic efficacy of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis flowers to inhibit proliferation of acute and chronic primary human leukemia cells, with adipocyte differentiation and in silico analysis of interactions between survivin protein and selected secondary metabolites. Biomolecules. 10 (2): 165. DOI. 10.3390/biom10020165. IF 4.694 SCI/SCO

Gunathilaka M.S.R.L., Samarakoon K.W., Ranasinghe P., Peiris L.D.C. (2019). In vitro antioxidant, hypoglycemic activity and identification of bioactive compounds in phenol-rich extract from the marine red algae Gracillaria edulis (Gmelin; Silva). Molecules. 24, 3708. doi:10.3390/molecules24203708. IF. 3.267 SCI/SCO

Peiris LDC, Chathu Prathitha, Perera D.D.B.D., Harry Moore (2019). 1,3-Dinitrobenze induced genotoxicity through altering nuclear integrity of diploid and polyploidy germ cells. Dose-Response 2019: 1-11. DOI: 10.1177/1559325819876760. SCI/SCO

Dissanayake D.M.I.H., Keerthirathna W.L.R., Peiris L.D.C. (2019). Male infertility problem: A contemporary review on present status and future perspective. Gender and the Genome. 3: 1-7. DOI: 10.1177/2470289719868240.

Chaturanga T.T.D., Peiris L.D.C. (2019). Chronic (90 days) oral toxicity assessment of ethephon, a commercially available fruit ripener in male Wistar rats. International journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development. 6 (3): 117-120.

2018

Bandara K.V., Padumadasa C., Peiris L.D.C. (2018). Potent antibacterial, antioxidant and toxic activities of extracts from Passiflora suberosa L Leaves. PeerJ 6, e4804. Sci/sco

Sudasinghe HP, Peiris DC (2018). Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activity of aqueous leaf extract of Plassiflora suberosa L. PeerJ 6: e4389; DOI 10.7717/peerj.4389. Sci/SCO

Wickramasinghe WTCH, Peiris LDC, Padumadasa C. (2018). Chemical and biological studies of value added Cinnamon products in the Sri Lankan Market. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Research. 18: 4674-4681. ESCI.

2017

Perera W.D.B.N., Peiris L.D.C., Elvitigala D.A.S. (2017). Molecular cloning and in silico analysis of a WGS derived genomic contig of a putative angiotensinogen from teleost Sebastes Schlegelii. 2017 NextGen Genomics, Biology, Bioinformatics and Technologies (NGBT) conference. 2^nd – 4^th October 2017, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.

Peiris L.D.C., Dinithi C; Dhanushka, Thamali. (2017). Low doses of chlorpyrifos interfere with spermatogenesis of rats through.

Uthpala T.G.G., Munasinghe H.H., Peiris, L.D.C., Navarathne N.M.M.G.S.B. (2017). Phytochemical screening and antimicrobial activity of flower pod extracts from Spilanthes paniculate L. Proceedings of International Symposium on Traditional and Complementary Medicine.23^rd to 25^th November 2017, Waters Edge, Bataramulla, Sri Lanka.

Peiris, LDC; Dhanushka, T. (2017). Low doses of chlorpyrifos interfere with spermatogenesis of rats through reduction of sex hormones Journal Article. Environmental Science and Pollution Research International, 24 (26), pp. 20859–20867.

Bandara, RVK; Padumadsa, C; Peiris, Dinithi, LC. (2017). Biological Evaluations of Different Extracts from Passiflora Suberosa L. Leaves.

Nanayakkara, GPVCN; Padumadasa, C; Peiris, LDC. (2017). Hypoglycemic Effects of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis L Flower Extract in vitro.

Nanayakkara B.P.V.C.N., Padumadasa C., Peiris LDC. (2017). In vitro antidiabetic activities of Nyctanthes abor-tristis L. flower extract and its fractions. Proceedings of International Symposium on Traditional and Complementary Medicine. 23rd to 25th November 2017, Waters Edge, Bataramulla, Sri Lanka.

Malage H.M.N., Dannushika N., Peiris L.D.C. (2017). Antioxidant, Cytotoxic and Antibacterial Activities of Methanol Extracts from Smilax zeylanica L. Root and Rhizome. 22^nd International Conference on to 10-11 November 2017, Tangerine Beach Hotel, Waskaduwa, Sri Lanka.

Dhanushika N., Peiris D.C. (2017). Investigation of antimicrobial activities of methanol extract from Nyctanthes arbor-tristis L. flowers. Proceedings of International Symposium on Traditional and Complementary Medicine.23^rd to 25^th November 2017, Waters Edge, Bataramulla, Sri Lanka

2016

Kudavidanage EP, Peiris Dinithi (2016). Exposure of Judo 40 alters DNA integrity and function of human spermatozoa. EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary research. 2(9):12-19. SCI

Dayananda PV, Peiris L Dinithi C (2016). Morphological and functional alterations of human spermatozoa after incubation with two organophosphorus insecticides. Wulfenia Journal. 23(10):1-9. Scopus/sci

Dyananda PV, Peiris L. Dinithi C (2016). Toxic effects of Tebufenozide on human sperm in vitro. International Journal of Advanced Scientific Research. 5(6): 61-72.

Nuwansiri, LSB; Abeysooriya, SR; Thilakarathne, MGTC; Pathirana, GKM; Peiris, LDC; Mirfaha, MAF; Uthyagowry, T; Thusitha, G; Rispana, MMF. (2016). SURVEY ON AWARENESS OF PATIENTS WERE SUFFERED WITH DIABETES MELLITUS, ABOUT ALTERNATIVE MEDICAL SYSTEMS IN UVA, NORTH CENTRAL PROVINCES AND MULLAITHIVU, MANNAR, KILLINOCHCHI DISTRICTS IN NORTHERN PROVINCE OF SRI LANKA. International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research.

Peiris, Dinithi. (2016). Bitter truth about fruits in the market

2015

Peiris Dinithi C, Jayatilleka H, Dhanushka T. (2015). Evaluation of aqueous leaf extract of Cardiospermum halicabacbum (L.) on fertility of male rats. Biomed Research International 2015; Article ID: 175726, SCI/SOCPUs

Rangika, BS, Dayananda D. Peiris LDC (2015). Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activities of aqueous extract of flowers from Nyctanthes arbor-tristis L. in mice. BMC complementary and Alternative Medicine. 15 (289); Article ID: 10.1186/s12906-015-0807-0. SCI/SCOPUS.

Chaturanga, Dinithi Peiris TDLC. (2015). Exposure of male Wistar rats to commercially available ethrel: Short term, long term effects and recovery. Journal of Clinical Toxicology, 2015 (5), pp. 3.

Sudasinghe, SHAP; Peiris, Dinithi C. (2015). Hypoglycaemic effect of aqueous leaf extract of Passiflora suberosa L. in normal mice possible mechanisms of action. Sri Lanka Association of Advancement of Science Proceedings of the 71st Annual Session part 1, At University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda,, 2015 , pp. 48.

Peiris, Dinithi C. (2015). Natural Medicine as a Therapy for Renal Carcinoma: A Review

Peiris, LDC. (2015). Herbals & Natural Remedies.

Peiris, LDC. (2015). Possible Alternative Medicine for Diabetes.

Peiris, Dinithi L C; Chathuranga, TTD. (2015). Exposure of Male Wistar Rats To Commercially Available Ethrel Short Term, Long Term Effects and Recovery.

Peiris, Dinithi L C; Dhanushka, MAT; Jayathilake, TAHDG. (2015). Research Article Evaluation of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Cardiospermum halicacabum (L.) on Fertility of Male Rats.

2014

Desapriya E, Giulia S, Subzwari S, Peiris DC, Turcotte K, Pike I, Sasges D, Hewapathirane DS (2014). Does Obesity Increase the Risk of Injury or Mortality in Motor Vehicle Crashes? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Asia Pacific J Public Health 26 (5):447-60, SCI/SCOPUS.

2012

Desapriya, E., Kerr, JM., Hewapathirane, DS, Peiris, D., Mann, B., Gomes, N., Peiris, K., Scime, G., Jones, J. (2012). Bull bars and vulnerable road users. Traffic Inj Prev 13(1): 86-92 Sci/SOPUS

Akalanka EC, Fujiwara T, Desapriya E, Peiris LDC, Scime G. (2012) Sociodemographic Factors Associated with Aggressive Driving Behaviors of 3-Wheeler Taxi Drivers in Sri Lanka. Asia Pac J Public Health. 24(1):91-103 SCI/SOPUS

2011

Desapriya, E, Hewapathirane, DE, Peiris, D, Romilly, D, White, M. (2011). Baseline knowledge on vehicle safety and head restraints among Fleet Managers in British Columbia Canada: a pilot study. J Can Chiropr Assoc 55(3): 174-82 SCI/SCOPUS

2009

Wanniarachchi, K., Peiris, L. D.C., Ratnasooriya, W.D., (2009) Anti-hyperglycaemic and hypoglycaemic activities of Phyllanthus debilis L. aqueous plant extract in mice. Pharmaceutical Biology: 47: 260-265 SCI/SCOPUS.

2007

Peiris, D., Pacheco, I., Spencer, C., & MacLeod, R.J., (2007) The Extracellular Calcium-Sensing Receptor (CaSR) reciprocally regulates secretion of BMP-2 and the BMP antagonist Noggin in colonic myofibroblasts. Am J Physiol Gastrointest Liver Physiol 292: G753-G766. SCI/SCOPUS

2001

Peiris, L.D.C., & Moore, H.D.M., (2001) Effects of acute and chronic doses of methoxy acetic acid on hamster sperm fertilizing ability Asian Journal of Andrology. 3: 209 – 216 SCI/SCOPUS

Peiris, L.D.C., & Moore, H.D.M., (2001) Evaluation of effects of 1,3-dinitrobenzene on sperm motility of hamster using computer assisted semen analysis (CASA) Asian Journal of Andrology 3: 109-114. SCI/SCOPUS

1996

Ratnasooriya, W.D., Jayatunga, Y.N.A & Peiris, L.D.C., (1996) Monocrotophos impairs the fertility of male rats. Medical Science Res. 24: 403-406 SCOPUS

Ratnasooriya,W.D., Peiris, L.D.C. & Jayatunga, Y.N.A., (1996) Analgesic and sedative action of monocrotophos following oral administration in rats. Medical Science Res. 23: 401-403 SCOPUS

1995

Peiris, L.D.C., Ratnasooriya, W.D., & Jayatunga, Y.N.A., (1995) Analgesic and sedative effects of Methamidophos. Medical Science Research, 22: 293-295 SCOPUS

Peiris L.D.C., Ratnasooriya, W.D. & Jayatunga, Y.N.A (1995) Antireproductive effects of males rats exposed to Methamidophos. Ceylon Journal of Science (Bio Sci) 24: 53-59

1994

Ratnasooriya, W.D., Peiris, L.D.C., & Amerasekara, K., (1994) Analgesic activity of Murraya koeingii leaf extract in rats. Medical Science Res. 22: 837-840 scopus

Abstracts:

Keerthirathna W.L.R., Peiris L.D.C, Samarakoon K.W., Samarakoon S., Rathnayake R., Sirimuthu N. (2021). Green synthesis, characterization and bioactivity of Ag-nanoparticles from algal polysaccharide of Chnoospara minima .Proceedings of the 1^st International Conference on Biomedicine. MDPI. 1- 26 June.
Gunathilaka, MDTL, Ranasinghe, P, Samarakoon, KW, Peiris LDC (2020). Antiproliferative and apoptotic effects of polyphenol-rich crude methanol extract of Gracillaria edulis against human Rhabdomyosarcoma (RD) and breast adenocarcinoma (MCF-7) cell lines. 1st International Electronic Conference on Biomolecules: Natural and Bio-Inspired Therapeutics for Human Diseases, 1^st December 2020.
Sewwandi WGS and Peiris L D C (2020) – In vitro antidiabetic activity of Passiflora suberosa leaf extract and its fractions. Proceedings of the 40^th Annual Sessions of Institute of Biology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka. P 67.
Dissanayake DMIH and Peiris LDC (2020). In vitro hypoglycemic potential in different fractions of methanolic extract of Caulerpa racemose. Proceedings of the 40^th Annual Sessions of Institute of Biology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka. P 68.
Perera, DDBD, Keerthirathna, WLR, Peiris, LDC (2019). An Evolutionary Conserved Ethephon Binding Site Bridges the Gap Between Human and Rat Acetylcholinesterase. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (iCMA) 2019 | Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3498076.

Gunathilaka, MDTL, Keerthirathna, WLR, Ranasinghe, P, Samarakoon, KW, Peiris LDC (2019). Phytochemical Profile of Main Antioxidants in Different Fractions of Chnoospora Minima and Gracillaria Edulis (December 3, 2019). Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (iCMA) 2019 | Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3497395.

Gunathilaka, MDTL, Dissanayake, DMIH, Ranasinghe, P, Samarakoon, KW, Peiris LDC (2019). Characterization of Bioactive Compounds From Marine Red Algae Gracillaria Edulis (December 3,). Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (iCMA), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3497293.

Gunathilaka, MDTL, Dissanayake, DMIH , Ranasinghe, P, Samarakoon, KW, Peiris LDC (2019). Characterization of Bioactive Compounds From Marine Red Algae Gracillaria Edulis (December 3, 2019). Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (iCMA), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3497293.

Dissanayake DMIH, Perera DDBD, Peiris LDC. (2019). Molecular Docking Studies of Plumbagin From Root Bark of Plumbago Indica L. Against Staphylococcus Aureus (December 3, 2019). Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (iCMA), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3497403.

Keerthirathna W.L.R., Samarakoon K.W., Ranasinghe P., Peiris L.D.C (2019). Estimation of Total carbohydrate content in aqueous extract of Sri Lankan marine algae Chnoospora minima. Proceedings of 24^th International Forestry and Environment Symposium . 11^th October, Wadduwa, Sri Lanka. P. 109.

Gunathilaka M.D.T.L, Keerthirathna W.L.R, Samarakoon K.W, P Ranasinghe P., Peiris L.D.C (2019) “GC-MS profiling of bioactive compounds in phenolic extract of Chnoospora minima (Hering 1841). Proceedings of 24^th International Forestry and Environment Symposium . 11^th October, Wadduwa, Sri Lanka. P. 110.

Jayasinghe S.C, Manawadu M.C.K, Samarakoon K.W, Ranasinghe P., Peiris L.D.C. (2019) In-vitro antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities of polysaccharide fraction of green seaweed Codium fragile extract (Suringar, 1867). Proceedings of 24^th International Forestry and Environment Symposium. 11^th October, Wadduwa, Sri Lanka. P. 163.

Gunathilaka, MDTL, Ranasinghe, P, Samarakoon, KW, Peiris, LDC (2019). In vitro anti-diabetic activity of polyphenol-rich extract from marine brown algae Choonospora minima (Hering 1841). Proceedings of the 12^th International Research Conference, General Sir Johns, Kothalawala Univeristy, Ratmalana, Sri Lanka. P.185.

Fernando CS, Peiris LDC. Screening of Phytochemicals, In-vitro antioxidant and, anti-inflammatory activities of commercially available Atapanguwa (2019). The proceedings of the Association for the tropical biology & Conservation. Asia Pacific conference, 10-13^th September, MAS Athena, Thulhiriya, Sri Lanka. P 203.

Shazla M.A.S., Kudavidanage Enoka P., Peiris L. D. C. (2019). In vitro anti-oxidant, anti-diabetic and immunomodulatory effects of methanol extraction from marine algae Padina pavonica. The proceedings of the Association for the tropical biology & Concervation. Asia Pacific conference, 10-13^th September, MAS Athena, Thulhiriya, Sri Lanka. P 258-259.
Perera D., Peiris L.D.C. (2018). A novel in-silico driven approach to determine the structure and therapeutic potential of cystatin C from Danio rerio. 23^rd Forestry and environment symposium, November 23-24, Waskaduwa, Sri Lanka. P 23.
Dissanayake D.M.I.H., Peiris L.D.C. (2018). Phytochemical analysis and anti-oxidant activity of Plumbago indica L. root bark. 23^rd Forestry and environment symposium, November 23-24, Waskaduwa, Sri Lanka. P 46.
Gunathilaka M.S.R.L., Samarakoon K.W., Ranasinghe P., Peiris L.D.C. (2018). In vitro antidiabetic properties of methanol extract and its fractions of Sri Lankan marine red algae Gracillaria edulis (Gmelin; Silva). 23^rd Forestry and environment symposium. November 23-24, Waskaduwa, Sri Lanka. P 48.
Chathurika S.G.J., Peiris L.D.C. (2018). Evaluation of total phenolic and antioxidant contents of sulfated polysaccharide from Chnoospora minima (Hering 1856). 23^rd Forestry and environment symposium, ,. November 23-24, Waskaduwa, Sri Lanka. P 49.
Perera D.D.B., Peiris L.D.C. (2018). A novel in-silico driven approach to determine the structure and therapeutic potential of Cystatin C from Oplegnathus fasciatus. Proceedings of Second International Scientific Conference on Environmental Research: Issues, Challenges and Stratergies for Sustainable Development and Livelihood Security held on 13thAugust 2018 in Maldives National University, Male. P. 30.
Dissaynayake D.M.I.H., Karunathilleka D.G.K.J.K, Peiris L.D.C. (2018). Cytotoxic activity of aqueous and methanol root bark extracts of Plumago indica against HeLa cancer cell line. Proceedings of Second International Scientific Conference on Environmental Research: Issues, Challenges and Stratergies for Sustainable Development and Livelihood Security held on 13th August 2018 in Maldives National University, Male. P. 22.
Manawadu M.C.K., Keerthirathna W.L.R., Peiris L.D.C. (2018). The anti-proliferative effect of Nyctanthes abor-tristis L. flower extract on human primary and cancer cell line. Proceedings of Second International Scientific Conference on Environmental Research: Issues, Challenges and Strategies for Sustainable Development and Livelihood Security held on 13th August 2018 in Maldives National University, Male. P.26.
Keerthirathna W.L.R., Perera D.D.B., Dissaynayake D.M.I.H., Peiris L.D.C. (2018). Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic properties of hot infusion from Nyctanthes abor-tristis L. (Night Jasmin) in adults: Phase 1 clinical trial. Proceedings of Second International Scientific Conference on Environmental Research: Issues, Challenges and Stratergies for Sustainable Development and Livelihood Security held on 13th August 2018 in Maldives National University, Male. P.29.
Uthpala T.G.G., Munasinghe H.H., Peiris, L.D.C., Navarathne N.M.M.G.S.B. (2018). Phytochemical screening and in vitro antimicrobial activity analysis of Acmella oleracea L. flower pod extracts exposed to different drying techniques. 4^th AFSA International Conference on food safety and food security. August 10-12, Angkor Paradise hotel, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Perera W.D.B.N., Peiris L.D.C., Elvitigala D.A.S. (2017). Molecular cloning and in silico analysis of a WGS derived genomic contig of a putative angiotensinogen from teleost Sebastes Schlegelii. 2017 NextGen Genomics, Biology, Bioinformatics and Technologies (NGBT) conference. 2^nd – 4^th October 2017, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Nanayakkara B.P.V.C.N., Padumadasa C., Peiris D.C. (2017). In vitro antidiabetic activities of Nyctanthes abor-tristis L. flower extract and its fractions. Proceedings of International Symposium on Traditional and Complementary Medicine. 23^rd to 25^th November 2017, Waters Edge, Bataramulla, Sri Lanka.
Malage N., Peiris D.C. (2017). Antioxidant and cytotoxic properties of Smilax zeylanica L. (Family: Smilaceae) root and rhizomes. Proceedings of International Symposium on Traditional and Complementary Medicine.23^rd to 25^th November 2017, Waters Edge, Bataramulla, Sri Lanka.
Nanayakkara B.P.V.C.N., Padumadasa C., Peiris D.C. (2017). Hypoglycemic Effects of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis L Flower Extract in vitro. 22^nd International Conference on to 10-11 November 2017, Tangerine Beach Hotel, Waskaduwa, Sri Lanka.
Malage H.M.N., Dannushika N., Peiris D.C. (2017). Antioxidant, Cytotoxic and Antibacterial Activities of Methanol Extracts from Smilax zeylanica L. Root and Rhizome. 22^nd International Conderence on to 10-11 November 2017, Tangerine Beach Hotel, Waskaduwa, Sri Lanka.
Antioxidant and cytotoxic properties of Smilax zeylanica L. (Family: Smilaceae) root and rhizomes. Proceedings of International Symposium on Traditional and Complementary Medicine.23^rd to 25^th November 2017, Waters Edge, Bataramulla, Sri Lanka.
Dhanushika N., Peiris D.C. (2017). Investigation of antimicrobial activities of methanol extract from Nyctanthes arbor-tristis L. flowers. Proceedings of International Symposium on Traditional and Complementary Medicine.23^rd to 25^th November 2017, Waters Edge, Bataramulla, Sri Lanka.
Uthpala T.G.G., Munasinghe H.H., Peiris, L.D.C., Navarathne N.M.M.G.S.B. (2017). Phytochemical screening and antimicrobial activity of flower pod extracts from Spilanthes paniculate L. Proceedings of International Symposium on Traditional and Complementary Medicine.23^rd to 25^th November 2017, Waters Edge, Bataramulla, Sri Lanka.
Bandara K.R.V., Padumadasa C., Peiris L.D.C. (2017). Biological evaluation of different extract from Passiflora suberosa L Leaves. The International Journal of Arts and Sciences’ (IJAS) academic conference. May 29 – June 1. Catania, Sicily.
Peiris Dinithi (2017). Advances in use of less toxic therapy for cancer treatment. Two-day international conference on Recent Advances for Quality Management in Science & Technology, January 16-17, Jaipur, India. P4.
Bandara K.R.V., Padumadasa C., Peiris L.D.C. (2016). Antioxidant and Cytotoxic Activities of Passiflora Suberosa L. Leaf Extracts. 21^st Forestry and environment symposium 2016, Heritance Kanadalama, September 23-24, Dambulla Sri Lanka. P66.
Bandara K.R.V., Padumadasa C., Peiris L.D.C. (2016). Phytochemical Screening and Antimicrobial Activity of Extracts from Passiflora Suberosa L. Leaves. 21^st Forestry and environment symposium 2016, Heritance Kanadalama, September 23-24, Dambulla Sri Lanka. P. 68.
Jayathilake T.A.H.D.G., De Silva P.M.C.S., Peiris L.D.C. (2016). Assessment of geneotixicty of two Cadmium Salts in Eisenia Andrei (Andre 1963) using the Comet assay. Mutlidisciplinary symposium 2016, Palm Beach hotel, September 23-24, Marawila Sri Lanka P 110.
Jayathilake T.A.H.D.G., Mallawaarachchi M.A.G.D., De Silva P.M.C.S., Peiris L.D.C. (2016). Acute and Chronic Toxicity of Selected Cadmium Salts on Earthworm Eisenia Andrei under Tropical Conditions. 21^st Forestry and environment symposium 2016, Heritance Kanadalama, September 23-24, Dambulla Sri Lanka P 20.
Sudasinghe SAJP, Peiris Dinithi C. (2015). Possible alternative medicine of diabetes. 1st Global Summit on Herbal and Natural Remedies, October 26-26, Chicago, USA.
Sudasinghe SAJP, Peiris L. Dinithi C. (2015). Hypoglycaemic effect of aqueous leaf extract of Passiflora suberosa L. in normal mice: possible mechanisms of action. Proceedings of 71st Annual Sessions of the Sri Lanka Advancement of Science. 404/D: P. 48.
Sudasinghe SAJP, Peiris Dinithi C. (2015). Effects of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Passiflora suberosa L. on Blood Glucose Levels of Male Mice. International Forestry Symposium. 20^th October, Negambo, Sri Lanka p16.
Peiris L Dinithi C, Chaturanga TC (2015). Exposure of male Wistar rats to commercially available ethrel: Short term, long-term effects and recovery. J of Clinical Toxicology 4^th Global Summit of Toxicology, Philadelphia, USA. 5: 3
Chaturanga TC, Peiris L Dinithi C (2015). Exposure of male Wistar rats to commercially available ethrel: Short term, long term effects and recovery. Proceedings of International Conference on Multidisciplinary. June 24, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Rangika, BS, Peiris LDC (2014). Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effects of aqueous flower extract from Nycanthes arbor-tristis L. Proceedings of World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology Vol:2, No:10 2014
Danushka TD. Peiris LDC (2014). Proceedings of 57th Annual Sessions of the Sri Lanka Advancement of Science. P 202.
Desapriya, E.B.R., Dutt, N., Wijerathne, H., Peiris, D., White, M.I. (2010). Paediatric eye injuries treated at BC Children’s hospital 2001-2007. BC Injury Prevention Conference, Vancouver, BC, Canada. November 8-9.
Peiris, D., Desapriya, E.B.R., Romilly, D.P., White, M.I. (2010). Assessment of the Effectiveness of a Brief Intervention to Increase Knowledge and Awareness of Whiplash and Available Prevention Measures in a BC-Pilot Study Related to AUTO21 Whiplash Campaign. BC Injury Prevention Conference, Vancouver, BC, Canada. November 8-9.
Romilly, D.P., Luk, H., Xing, P., Peiris, D., Desapriya, E.B.R., White, M.I. (2010). BC Whiplash Prevention Initiative: Observational Study of Head Restraint Use Protocol Development and Results. BC Injury Prevention Conference, Vancouver, BC, Canada. November 8-9.
White, M.I., Desapriya, E.B.R., Romilly, D.P., Hyde, T., Atashband, S., Peiris, D. (2010). Prevention is possible: BC Whiplash Prevention Campaign. BC Injury Research and Prevention Conference, Vancouver, BC, Nov.
Zirak, N., Ko, D., Peiris, D., Romilly, D.P., Lawrence, P. (2010). A402: Prevention: Reducing the Risk of Occupant Injury in Rear End Collisions, Capacitance-Based Automatic Head-to-Head Restraint Detection. APMA/AUTO21 Scientific Conference, Windsor, Ontario, BC, Canada, June 7-11
White, M.I., Desapriya, E., Romilly, D.P., Snowdon, A., Mang, D., Hyde, T., Peiris, L.D.C., Atashband, S. (2010) The Whiplash Prevention Campaign: Social marketing approaches to reduce neck injuries arising from motor vehicle collisions. Proc. of Canadian Multidisciplinary Road Safety Conference-XX. Niagara Falls, Ontario, June 6-9.
MacLeod, R.J., Peiris, D. & Pacheco, I. (2007 – Indian hedgehog (Ihh) – A new potent agonist of the extracellular calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR): Evidence of a feed-forward cycle in the colon. Annual meeting of Digestive disease week, Washington, USA. Gasteroenterology, 132 (4), A630 2007
Pieris, L.D.C., Pacheco, I., Spencer, C. & MacLeod, R.J. (2006) – Regulated bmp-2 secretion from colonic myofibroblasts mediated by the extracellular calcium-sensing receptor (CaR) promotes intestinal epithelial barrier development. POSTER OF EXCELLENCE. 44th Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology, Banff, Alberta. 5
Pieris, L.D.C., Pacheco, I., Duwel, L., Benoit, L. Spencer, C. & MacLeod, R.J. (2006) – Indian Hedgehog (IHH) – A new potent agonist of the extracellular calcium-sensing receptor (CaR): Evidence of a feed forward cycle in colon.. 44th Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology, Banff, Alberta. 35
Pacheco, I., Peiris, L.D.C., Spencer, C. & MacLeod, R.J. (2006) – Colonic extracellular calcium-sensing receptor (CaR) inhibits proliferation by stimulating Wnt 5A and SIAH2. 44th Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology, Banff, Alberta. 27
Pacheco, I., Peiris, L.D.C., Spencer, C. & MacLeod, R.J. (2006) – Extracellular calcium-sensing receptor (CaR) stimulated IL-11 secretion from colonic myofibroblasts which stimulates repair of damaged intestinal barrier. 44th Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology, Banff, Alberta. 59.
Peiris, L.D.C., Macleod R.J. & Spencer C. (2005) – Extra cellular calcium sensing receptor (CaR) mediated secretion of bone morphogenetic proteins-2 increase intestinal epithelial barrier capacity. The 8th Annual Scientific meeting for Health Science Research trainees. May 31^st 2005, Queens’ University
Sudharshanie.K.A.M, Silva.W.A.J.P De, K.Senevirathne, Dharmsiri.H.W, Peiris, L.D.C., Samayawardhena, L.A, (2002) Ligation studies have shown hamster sperm is retained in the epididymis more than 40 days. The Third International conference Epididymis: cellular and molecular aspects, Charlottesville, VA, USA 29^th May –01^st June.
Chandana E.P.S., Lasanthi, A.H.P., Priyadarshani, K.C., Siriwardana, V.P.K., Weerasinghe I.M.J., Senarathna, R.J.P.S. Athukorale, R., Ravindara, W. Amarasinghe, NJdeS, Pieris L.D.C., & Samayawardhena L.A., (2002) Dynamics of two dominant calanoid copepods (Pseudodiaptomus annandalei & Acartiella sp.) in Malala lagoon, (Bundala National Park – Ramsar site, Sri Lanka. 8th International Conference of Copepods, Taiwan.
Samayawardhena, Lionel, Chandana, Saman. E, Peiris, L.D.C., Dharmasiri, H. (2001). Can environmentally available pesticide concentrations affect frog larvae? A study with JUDO 50 (Chlorpyrifos). Annual Meeting Society for Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, Brussels, Belgium. M/EH008.
Lasanthi, A.H.P., Chandana E.P.S., Siriwardana, V.P.K., Priyadarshani, K.C., Weerasinghe I.M.J., Senarathna, R.J.P.S. Athukorale, R., Ravindara, W. Amarasinghe, NJdeS, Peiris L.D.C., & Samayawardhena L.A., (2001) Detailed morphology, with reference to abundance of Acartia species in Malala lagoon in Bundala National Park (Ramsar site – Sri Lanka). 21st Annual Session of the IOB, Sri Lanka. P 38.
Lasanthi, A.H.P., Chandana E.P.S., Ravindara, W., Amarasinghe, N.J.deS, Peiris L.D.C., & Samayawardhena L.A., (2001) Abundance and distribution of Calanoid copepods (Acartia species & Phyllodiaptomus annae) in Malala lagoon, Bundala National Park – Sri Lanka, partly water quality dependent: effects of sand bar opening of copepod dynamics. 21st Annual Session of the Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka. P 39.
Chandana E.P.S., Samayawardhena L.A., Amarasinghe, J. & Peiris L.D.C., (2001) Physio-chemical and biological environment of Malala lagoon Bundala National Park under overwhelming fresh water influence. Proceedings of 57th Annual Sessions of the Sri Lanka Advancement of Science. P 202.
Chandana E.P.S., Dewasurendra, R. Dharmadasa, L. Priyangani, P.M.C. de Silva, P.M.C. Ravindara, W., Llalsanthi, P., Amarasinghe, NJdeS, Peiris L.D.C., & Samayawardhena L.A., (2001) Analysis of Socio-ecological factors affecting Bundala National Park. Proceedings for the 57th Annual Sessions of Advancement of Science. P 203.
Deepanada, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A. J.P. Chandana E.P.S.,Priyangani, P.M.C., Priyanka, S.B.T. Weerasinghe S.S.S., Dharmasiri, H.W., Peiris L.D.C., & Samayawardhena L.A., (2001). Damages of Paraquat exposure to male reproductive system and effect on spermatogenesis in rats and mice. Proceedings for the 57th Annual Sessions of Advancement of Science. P 207.
De Silva, W.A. J.P., Deepanada, K.H.M.AChandana E.P.S.,Priyangani, P.M.C., Peiris L.D.C., & Samayawardhena L.A., (2001). An investigation of the effects of low concentrations of Cholorpyrifos on epididymal sperm maturation in rats. Proceedings for the 57th Annual Sessions of Advancement of Science. P 208.
Kudavidanage, E.P., Peiris, L.D.C., & Ratnasooriya, W.D. (2000) – Effects of Judo 40 on the sexual behaviour of male rats. 1st Annual sessions, University of Colombo, Abstract series vol.1, 24.
Kudavidanage, E.P., Peiris, L.D.C., & Ratnasooriya, W.D. (2000) – Effects of Judo 40 on reproductive competence of male rats, 20th Annual Sessions of Institute of Biology, p 30.
Deepananda, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Candana, E.P.S., Samayawardhena, L.A., Priyanka, S.B.T., Weerasinghe,S.S.S., Pitadeniya,G.S ., Peiris, L.D.C., Dharmasiri,H.W., (2000) Chronic exposure to Paraquat alters spermatogenesis and nuclear DNA integrity of epididymal sperm in mice. 20th Annual Sessions of Institute of Biology, p 27.
Samayawardhena, L.A., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Chandana, E.P.S., Priyanka, S.B.T., Weerasinghe,S.S.S., Pitadeniya,G.S., Peiris, L.D.C., (2000) Effects of acute exposure to Paraquat on sperm structure and function in rats. 20th Annual Sessions of Institute of Biology, p 26.
L.A.Samayawardhena , Peiris, L.D.C., and Moore H.D.M. (2000) Usage of Computer Assisted Sperm Analysis (CASA) in sperm motility assessment, 56th Annual Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association of the Advancement of Science. P 159.
Chandana E.P.S., Samayawardhena L.A., Peiris, L.D.C., H.W. Dharmasiri (2000) Are early developmental stages of frogs in danger due to environmental pollutants? An investigation with low concentrations of Chlorpyrifos, 56th Annual Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association of the Advancement of Science. P160.
Chandana E.P.S., Samayawardhena, L.A., Peiris, L.D.C. Significance of mammalian epididymal morphology in sperm maturation, 56th Annual Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association of the Advancement of Science. P 162.
Peiris, L.D.C., Moore, H.D.M, (1999)- DNA integrity of male germ cells of hamsters after exposure to 1,3-dinitrobenzene in vivo. J. Reprod. Fertil. (Abstract series)-24, 26.
Peiris, L.D.C., Moore, H.D.M, (1999) Evaluation of the effects of 1,3-dinitrobenzene on sperm motility of hamster using computer assisted semen analysis (CASA) and correlation of the results with fertility, Proceedings of the 19th annual sessions of the institute of biology of Sri Lanka, 32.
Samayawardhena, L.A. & Peiris, L.D.C., (1999) -Viability of hamster epididymal epithelium culture in vivo. Proceedings of the 55th Annual Session of the Sri Lanka Association for the advancement of Science, 164.
Samayawardhena, L.A. & Peiris, L.D.C., (1999) – Molecular biology of epithelium cultures in vitro; de novo synthesis of proteins. Proceedings of the 55th Annual Session of the Sri Lanka Association for the advancement of Science, 165.
Samayawardhena, L.A. & Peiris, L.D.C., (1999) – Investigation of hamster sperm motility charcteristic during the epididymal transit using computer assister sperm analysis technique. Proceedings of the 55th Annual Session of the Sri Lanka Association for the advancement of Sicence, 166
Peiris, L.D.C., Moore, H.D.M, (1998) Effect of reproductive toxicant 1,3-dinitrobenzene on sperm function and nuclear integrity in the hamster. Journal of Reproduction and Fertility Abstract Series. 21. 112
Peiris, L.D.C., Moore, H.D.M., (1998) Effects of methoxy acetic acid on hamster sperm nuclear integrity and function during spermatogenesis and sperm maturation, Boden Conference on The Epididymis: Cellular and Molecular Aspects, Proceedings, 35

Postgraduate supervision:

Ph.D. -Principal Supervisor

DNA bar-coding and Bio- marker development of Indian Pangolin (Manis crassicaudata) found in Sri Lanka: Forensic and Taxonomical perspective Ongoing.
Anticancer, antidiabetic, immunomodulatory activities and molecular characterization of crude polyphenols isolated from Chopora minima and Gracillaria edulis from Sri Lanka. Completed

Ph.D. Co-Supervisor

Determination of antimicrobial activities of Spilanthes paniculata L. plant extracts in controlling microbes on food contact surfaces and its mechanism of action – Completed 2017; Co supervisor

MPhil

Anticancer & immune-modulatory properties Proanthocyanidin isolated from immature inflorescence of Cocos nucifera L. Co-Supervisor ongoing (2018).
Development of efficient drug delivery system using polysaccharide based nanoparticles from Sri Lankan Marine Algae for anti- cancer therapy one year project.
Evaluation of anticancer and antiproliferative activities of aqueous leaf extract and fractionated compounds of ethnomedically important plant Passiflora subersoa L. using different cancer cell lines. Ongoing.
Characterization of metallothionine gene from earthworm inhabiting cadmium contaminated soils in Sri Lanka. 2017 – Completed.
Sperm Storage in the epididymis – Completed.
Environmental Relationships in Bundala National Park – Completed.

MSc

A WGS derived genomic contig analysis of putative angiotensinogen Teleost Sebastes schlegelli a triage of in silico analysis, molecular cloning and response study to immune and injury challenges – 2018. Completed.

Keynote speaker:

LanBix2021 “Translational Bioinformatics in Precision Medicine”, 19th March 2021.
International conference on Herbal remedies for boosting immunity and ameliorate stress in present scenario. Organized by School of Pharmacy, Choukesy Group of Colleges, Chhattisgarh, India. 17th January 2020.

Contribution to National Development:

Panellist for Career guidance webinar organized by Visakha Vidyalaya OGA on the 18th July 2020.
Member of Program Review team appointed by University Grant Commission to review Jaffna University Medical degree programs – 2019.
Resource person for workshop on “Scientific writing and publishing research work” 2019 at Faculty of Health sciences, Sir John Kothalawala Defence University, on the 21st Sep 2019.
Ambassador to PeerJ journal (on invitation) – 2018-present.
Presidential address on “Male infertility problem in the modern world: present trend & future focus” – SLAAS annual sessions held at University of Colombo – 2018 Dec.
Resource person for workshop on “Scientific writing and publishing research work” at Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura on the 21st Sep 2018.
Conducted radio programs at Vidwath Srawakayekuge Vindaneeya Kiyaveema on Genetically modified food, Dengue, Chronic kidney disease unknown. Radio program organized by the Radio Ceylon and it was broadcasted over Swadeesheeya sewaya at 2.30 p.m. – 2018 Oct.
Conducted radio programs at Vidwath Srawakayekuge Vindaneeya Kiyaveema on Cancer and Diabetes. Radio program organized by the Radio Ceylon and it was broadcasted over Swadeesheeya sewaya at 2.30 p.m. – 2018 Oct.
Guest Lecture on “determination of in vitro Diabetes & Immunomodulaotry action at bioassay workshop conducted by Center for herbal & materials” – 2018 Sep.
Guest Lecture on “determination of in vitro Diabetes & Immunomodulaotry action at workshop conducted by Institute of Biology for undergraduate & postgraduate students – 2018 Aug.
Member of Program Review team appointed by Ministry of Higher education to review SLT campus biosystem engineering degree programs – 2018.
Keynote speaker. International conference on recent advances for quality enhancement in science and technology. HMV College, Jalandhar, Punjab, India – 2017.
Resource person for workshop on “Scientific writing and publishing research work” at Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Colombo on August – 2017.
Resource person; Nervous system and muscular system – For year 12 and 13 Biology students at Ananda College, Colombo 10 on March 29th 2017.
Co-chair address on Mmolecular biology for innovative knowledge, March 8th 2016.
Biology A/L seminar for School children in Ampara, Colombo, Kandy, Batticaloa districts – 2015.
Rapporteur, SLAAS Section D – 2015 June.
Conducted a workshop for Alumni association of Peradeniya University (Colombo Chapter) – 2015.
Resource person for A/L Biology workshop – 2015.

Text Books:

Natural medicine as a therapy for renal carcinoma: A review- Book chapter in Renal Cell Carcinoma (2016). SM Group of Publishing, DE, USA.
Reproductive health education: Biological aspect (2016)- Godage Brothers, Colombo 10
Laboratory manual in Comparative Anatomy (2015) – Sadeepa publishers, Colombo 08
Lab Manual in Physiology (2004). Department of Zoology, University of Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Book Chapters:

Gunathilaka, MDTLP, Peiris, LDC, 2021. “Advanced Pharmacological Uses of Marine Algae as an anti-diabetic therapy” book chapter in the book titled “Pharmacognosy – Medicinal Plants”, IntecOpen.

News Paper articles:

Medicinal importance of “Rath Mithul” – Sinhala featured article in “Vidusara” Science Magazine, Published by Upali Newspapers Ltd. Nov 26, 2018.
Medical value of Passifloraceae family – Sinhala featured article in “Vidusara” Science Magazine, Published by Upali Newspapers Ltd. Nov 26, 2017.
Oral cancer- Sinhala featured article in “Vidusara” Science Magazine, Published by Upali Newspapers Ltd. 2016.
Bitter truth about fruits in the market – An English article featured in The Island News Paper Published by Upali Newspapers Lit. 5^th October, 2015.
Oba Aharayata ganna palathuru pilibandawa dena gatha uthu dea. Sinhala featured article in “Vidusara” Science Magazine, published by Upali Newspapers Limited. September 16, 2015.
Sepalika Mal Saraya Diyawediyawata Gunai – Miyan Esuren kala parikshanayakin sanatha karai” (Sepalika flowers as a remedy for diabetes – proved by an experiment conducted on Sepalika flowers). Sinhala featured article in “Vidusara” Science Magazine, published by Upali Newspapers Limited. January 21, 2015.
Palibodaka Nashaka Minisage Saru Bawayata balapayda? (Will pesticides affect fertility of Man?)”– A Sinhala featured article in the “Vidusara” Science Magazine, published by Upali News Papers Limited. March 18, 2015.
‘Wetlands”. An English article published in Loris, Journal of the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society of Sri Lanka) 172-173. Vol. XX No: 4 December 1994

Membership and positions held in Professional Societies:

Life Member | since 2000 | Canadian Association of Gastroenterology
Life Member | since 2000 | Young Scientist Forum, Sri Lanka
Life Member | since 1998 | Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka
Life Member | since 1996 | Society for the study of fertility, UK
Life Member | since 1997 | Sri Lanka Association for the advancement of science
Secretary | 1995 | Sri Lankan society, University of Sheffield, UK

Editorial and Reviewer functions:

Editor:

Academic Editor | Pharmacognosy Magazine – From 2018
Academic Editor | Asian Journal of Oncology – Form 2018
Editorial board member | Pharmacognosy research journal – From 2018
Journal of Toxicology and Industrial Health – 2017
Editor Proceedings for 2nd International Conference on Bioscience & Biotechnology – 2017
British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research – 2015 to date
Journal of Applied Science International – 2015 to date
Blood research and Reviews – 2015 to date
Journal of Biology and Nature -2015 to date
European Journal of Medicinal Plants -2015 to date
British Journal of Pharmaceutical Research -2015 to date

Journal reviewer:

RSC Food & Function
MDPI Molecular Biology
MDPI Biomedicines
MDPI Genes
ACS Toxicology
ACS Material Sciences
MDPI Biomedicine, Applied Sciences
Hindawi Biomed research, Parasitological Research Journal etc
Hindawi Evidence-Based Medicine
Andrologia
MDPI Genes
South African Journal of Botany
Journal of Herbs, Spice and Medicinal Plants
Biochemistry Research International
Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Food and Function
Natural Product Research
Journal of Microbiology
Journal of Chemistry
Photochemistry Letters
Journal of Drug and Chemical Toxicology
Toxicology
Journal of Biomolecular structure and dynamics
Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology
Journal of Natural product research
Dose-response
International Journal of Fertility and Sterility
Journal of Toxicology and Industrial Health
British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research
Journal of Applied Science International
Blood research and Reviews
Journal of Biology and Nature
European Journal of Medicinal Plants

B.Sc.(Colombo), Ph.D (UK)

Professor

dinithi@sci.sjp.ac.lk