Faculty of Applied Sciences is proud to announce that nine academic members, three former academic members, and five researchers of the Faculty have won the presidential awards for scientific publications for 2019 and 2020.
In a glittering ceremony at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exposition Centre of the BMICH, Colombo 07, the prestigious President’s Awards for Scientific Research (PASR) for publication years 2019 and 2020 were held on November 21, 2023. The event, organized by the National Research Council (NRC), aimed to honor the brilliance of authors and inventors whose work showcased scientific significance during these two years.
17 scientists from the Faculty of Applied Sciences of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) clinched the coveted PASR for their outstanding contributions to research. This event, an annual tradition since 1999, is a testament to the commitment of the NRC to building a vibrant scientific and technological community in Sri Lanka.
Presidential Awardees from Faculty of Applied Sciences, USJ – 2022 |
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| Name | Faculty | Department | Photo | |
| Snr. Prof. M. M. Pathmalal (Vice Chancellor) |
Applied Sciences | Zoology |  |
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| Snr. Prof. S. S. L. W. Liyanage (Previous Vice Chancellor) |
Applied Sciences | Chemistry |  |
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| Prof. T. G. I. Fernando | Applied Sciences | Computer Science |  |
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| Snr. Prof. M. S. Vithanage | Applied Sciences | Ecosphere Resilience Research Center |  |
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| Dr. T. N. B. Etampawala | Applied Sciences | Instrument centre |  |
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| Dr. P. L. A. T. Cooray, | Applied Sciences | Chemistry |  |
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| Dr. R. M. A. U. Rajapaksha | Applied Sciences | Ecosphere Resilience Research Center |  |
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| Dr. M. T. M. Perera | Applied Sciences | Mathematics |  |
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| Dr. L. T. R. K. M. Thambugala | Applied Sciences | Genetics and Molecular Biology Unit |  |
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Former Members |
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| Emeritus Prof. S. Weerakoon | Applied Sciences | Mathematics |  |
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| Dr. D. Rajapaksa | Applied Sciences | Forestry & Environmental Science |  |
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| Dr. M. K. A. Ariyaratne | Applied Sciences | Computer Science |  |
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Research Students |
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| K. S. D. Premarathna | Applied Sciences | Ecosphere Resilience Research Center |  |
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| R. M. V. N. Gunarathne | Applied Sciences | Ecosphere Resilience Research Center |  |
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| S. D. Illesinghe | Applied Sciences | Forestry & Environmental Science |  |
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| A. A. A. Rahiman | Applied Sciences | Ecosphere Resilience Research Center |  |
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| D. S. Ramanayaka | Applied Sciences | Ecosphere Resilience Research Center |  |
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The PASR program conferred a total of 598 awards to 485 scientists, emphasizing the crucial role science plays in shaping the nation’s future. This national honor, bestowed by the President of Sri Lanka, underscores the significance of the efforts of these scientists in advancing the frontiers of knowledge. The NRC continues to foster a culture of innovation and excellence, ensuring that the legacy of the PASR program lives on in the scientific community of Sri Lanka.