Congratulations for the commendable achievements of students from the Department of Food Science and Technology at FoodTechno 2025 – International Research Session, 9th Annual Research Session of the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST), Sri Lanka, held on 5th January 2026 at Courtyard by Marriott, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
The following students were recognized for their outstanding performances:
- H. Dinithi Saubagya – Best Oral Presentation
Optimization of protein content in Wheat (Triticum aestivum) based pasta fortified with soy flour (Glycine max)
Supervised by Prof. W. L. Isuru Wijesekara
- Ramudi Andrahannadi – Best Poster Presentation (Functional Food Category)
Plant-based high-protein formulation for functional food application.
Supervised by Prof. Madhura Jayasinghe
- T.M.P.L.B. Thennakoon – Best Poster Presentation (Food Processing Category)
Development of a mobile application to enhance consumer awareness on food additives and the International Numbering System in Sri Lanka
Supervised by Prof. J.M.J.K. Jayasinghe
- L. Dinithi Sheyera De Silva – Runners-up, Best Poster Presentation (Food Processing Category)
Impact of Incubation Temperature on Volatile Compound Profile and Sensory Attributes of Beetroot (Beta Vulgaris L.) Enriched Probiotic Yoghurt.
Supervised by Dr. G.S.A. Senanayake and Prof. R.A.U.J. Marapana
