Certificate Course in Quantitative Data Analysis – Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura Enhance your analytical skills with our comprehensive Certificate Course in Quantitative Data Analysis, specially designed for researchers, research students, and professionals who use statistics in their careers or wish to strengthen their data analysis expertise. This course provides a strong...Read More
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Temporary Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Business Administration, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Post: Temporary Assistant Lecturer Nature of Appointment: Temporary Period of Appointment: One (01) year with effect from March 2026 Number of Vacancies: One (01) Qualifications Applicants should possess: A bachelor’s degree...Read More
Strengthening Sri Lanka’s Global Research Presence: University of Sri Jayewardenepura and SLIIT Mark Historic U.S. Patent Success SLIIT Secures Historic First U.S. Patent for Breakthrough Nanoparticle Innovation February 1, 2026 The Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) has achieved a historic milestone in research and innovation with the publication of its first-ever United States...Read More
The University of Sri Jayewardenepura proudly marked a historic milestone with the official opening of the IAI Discovery Hub at the Institute of Allergology and Immunology (IAI), representing a significant advancement in allergy care, immunology research, education, and innovation in Sri Lanka. The IAI Discovery Hub was envisioned as a national platform aimed at strengthening...Read More
The International Forestry and Environment Symposium 2026 was successfully held on January 23–24 at Waters Edge, Battaramulla, marking 30 years of excellence as South Asia’s longest-running and most prestigious forestry symposium. Organized by the Department of Forestry and Environmental Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, the symposium brought together global experts, researchers, and practitioners to explore...Read More
The book launch of “A Transdisciplinary Systems Approach for Addressing Complex Real-World Issues: Sri Lankan Perspectives” was successfully held on 22 January 2026 at the Wimaladhamma Mansion, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Organized by the Committee on Interdisciplinary & Transdisciplinary Studies (IDTDS) of the Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement...Read More
Industry–University Collaboration for Impact Hayleys Fabric PLC entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Faculty of Technology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura to collaborate on research focused on sustainable sludge management. This partnership aims to strengthen industry–university collaboration by integrating academic expertise with industry needs, fostering applied research, innovation, and practical solutions with environmental...Read More
The Department of Polymer Science recently hosted a distinguished guest lecture by Dr. Jayantha Amarasekara, a leading consultant to the US chemical industry, titled “Mastering the Polymer Challenge.” The session served as a critical platform for students and researchers to re-examine the role of polymers in a sustainable future, moving beyond the “plastic guilt” often...Read More
The University of Sri Jayewardenepura is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Chandima Jeewandara as Director of the Institute of Allergology and Immunology (IAI), with effect from 1 January 2026. The formal appointment ceremony was held at the University Grants Commission in the presence of the Chairman, Senior Prof. Kapila Senevirathne, together with the Vice-Chancellor, Senior Prof. Pathmalal...Read More
New Fungal Discoveries from University of Sri Jayewardenepura Expand Sri Lanka’s Biodiversity Records A collaborative team of researchers from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and other national and international partners has discovered a previously unknown fungal species and documented new fungal records for Sri Lanka, highlighting the rich and often hidden biodiversity present even within...Read More
