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Prof. T. Mathiventan

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Prof. T. Mathiventhan
Ph.D (EUSL), M.Sc (Norway), B.Sc - Hons (EUSL), M.I.Biol (Sri Lanka)
Professor in Botany
Department of Botany
Faculty of Science

Telephone: +94 65 2240757 (office), 779 684 166 (mobile)
Fax: +94 65 2240758
Email: mathiventhant@esn.ac.lk / tmathiventhan@gmail.com

Biography

Educational Qualifications

  • PhD in Botany, specialization in Coastal Ecology, EUSL – 2013.
  • MSc in Management of Natural Resources and Sustainable Agriculture (MNRSA), Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB), Norway – 2007.
  • BScHons in Botany (First Class), EUSL – 2000. 

 

Other Professional Qualifications

  • Certificate in Mapping mangroves-GIS training for technicians (2020). An International training programme. Commonwealth Blue Charter, Commonwealth International.
  • M.I.Biol (2018). Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka.
  • Diploma in Winter Seminar (2006). Norad & Norwegian Centre for International Cooperation in Higher Education (SIU).
  • Cerificate in Rural Development and Project Management (2006). Faculty of Forestry and Nature Conservation, Makerere University, Uganda.
  • Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (2003). Staff Development Centre, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.   

 

Working Experience

  • Professor in Botany: since 2021
  • Dean, Faculty of Technology: from 2022 to 2025
  • Head, Department of Botany: from 2018 to 2021
  • Senior Lecturer (Gr.I): 2017
  • Senior Lecturer (Gr.II): 2013
  • Lecturer: 2007
  • Lecturer (Probationary): 2001 

 

Member of the Editorial Boards

  1. Grassroots Journal of Natural Resources, ISSN: 2581-6853, Clarivate Web of Science.
  2. Environmental Science Letters – Engineering, Scientific Research and Academic Publications (ESRA) Pvt. Ltd. An Open access journal http://www.esrapublications.com/Jounal/esl/13
  3. Journal of Science (JSc), Eastern University Sri Lanka
  4. International Journal of Research Studies in Biosciences (IJRSB), Academicians Research Centre (ARC) Publication PVT Ltd (Impact Factor 2.991). AN ISO 9001:2008 certified Company; DOI Prefix, Crossref 10.20431. https://www.arcjournals.org/international-journal-of-research-studies-in-bio-sciences/index
  5. Editor (2016). FOSnews Newsletter, Faculty of Science, EUSL
  6. Editor (2013, 2014). Teachers Association of Eastern University (TAEU)

 

Reviewer – International and National

  1. European Journal of Medicinal Plants. Clarivate Web of Science (Publon)
  2. Journal of Coastal Research. Elsevier Publication
  3. Hydrobiologia. Springer publication. https://www.springer.com/journal/10750
  4. The International Journal of Aquatic Sciences. Springer Publications. Electronic ISSN 1573-5117, Print ISSN 0018-8158.
  5. International Journal of Marine Science (IJMS). (ISSN 1927-6648), doi: 10.5376/ijms.2014.04.0055 – http://biopublisher.ca
  6. Journal of NCR (Nature Conservation Research), ISSN 2500-008X
  7. Environment and Ecological Research. Horizon Research Publishing Cooperation, ISSN: 2331-625X (Print), ISSN: 2331-6268 (Online), Indexed journal,   https://www.hrpub.org/journals/jour_info.php?id=40
  8. International Journal of Environment. The Journal of progressive sustainable development, PSD Nepal.
  9. Advances in Technology. International Journal: Applied Sciences, Engineering, and Technology ISSN 2773-7098.
  10. International Journal of Environment (IJE), ISSN 2091-2854  http://www.nepjol.info/index.php
  11. International Science and Technology Conference- RITSCON, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka
  12. 2nd International Conference on Technological Research and Innovation 2024 (ICTRI 2024). Faculty of Technology, EUSL.
  13. 1st International Conference on Technological Research and Innovation 2024 (ICTRI 2023). Faculty of Technology, EUSL
  14. NARA Scientific Sessions 2017. National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency, Sri Lanka
  15. OUSL Journal, The Open University of Sri Lanka
  16. Vingnanam – Journal of Science, Faculty of Science, University of Jaffna
  17. Journal of Science, Faculty of Science, Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  18. Journal of AGRIEAST, Journal of Agricultural Science, Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  19. 5th Ruhuna International Science and Technology Conference (RISTCON)
  20. Young Scientists’ Conference on Multidisciplinary Research 2024. National Institute of Fundamental Studies (NIFS), Sri Lanka.
  21. 28th Annual Scientific Sessions of Jaffna Science Association
  22. Annual Research Session (ARS), Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  23. 1st International Symposium in Agriculture (ISA) 2017. Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
  24. 2nd National Symposium of Agriculture (NASA) 2016, Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  25. International Conference of Eastern University, Sri Lanka

Links to Publications

Publications

Refereed Journal 

  1. Andrieu, J., Anupama, N., Bautes, N., Benabou, S., Crook, O-J., Gunasekara, V. Jayasingam, T., Jayathilaka, C., Kodikara, K.A.S., Lombard, F., Madarasinghe, S.K.,  Mathiventhan, T., Muthusankar, G., Premathilake, R., Proisy, C., Vanniasinkam, N., Weeratunge, N., Wickramaarachchi, N., Mathevet, R (2023). Multiscale analysis of land use and land cover changes in Sri Lanka by remote sensing: the impacts of post-war infrastructure development in the last 20 years (2002-2022). Journal of the National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka, 51(4). ISSN 1391-4588, E-ISSN 2362-0161.
  2. Thavanayagam Mathiventhan, Daniel Gorman, Thangamuthu Jayasingam (2022). Sea-level rise, coastal salinity and vegetation changes in Sri Lanka. Philosophical Transaction Royal Society A. DOI: 10.1098/rsta.2020.0568.
  3. Farid Dahdouh-Guebasa, Jean Hug´e Guilherme M.O. Abuchahlaf, Stefano Canniccic, Loku P. Jayatissai, James G. Kairoc, Sunanda Kodikara Arachchilagei, Nico Koedamb, Thanne W.G.F. Mafaziya Nijamdeena, Nibedita Mukherjeel, Meenakshi Potia, Nehru Prabakaran, Hajaniaina A. Ratsimbazafya, Behara Satyanarayanaa, Mathiventhan Thavanayagam, Katherine Vande Veldea, Dominic Wodehouse (2021). Reconciling nature, people and policy in the mangrove social-ecological system through the adaptive cycle heuristic. Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science, Elsevier, 248:106942. DOI: 10.1016/j.ecss.2020.106942.
  4. Mathiventhan T, Jayasingam T. and Umaramani M (2018). Salinity would be an option to control Eichhornia crassipes (Mart.) Solms [Water Hyacinth]: Sri Lanka perspective. Tropical Plant Research, The Journal of the Society for Tropical Plant Research, 5(3): 331-335. DOI: 10.22271/tpr.2018.v5. i3.041.
  5. Mathiventhan T, Jayasingam T (2018). Geomorphological Changes along the East Coast of Sri Lanka. International Journal of Research Studies in Biosciences (IJRSB), 6(7): 6-12.  DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.20431/2349-0365.0607002
  6. Mathiventhan T, Jayasingam T and Umaramani M (2018). Urban mangrove wetlands, challenges and conservation: Sri Lanka perspectives. International Journal of Research Studies in Bio Sciences, 6(3): 23-26. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.20431/2349-0365.0603005.
  7. Mathiventhan T, Jayasingam T and Umaramani M (2017). A post-war development: Expansion of roads and loss of trees. International Journal of Current Multidisciplinary Studies, 3(2): 592-594.
  8. Madhura, J., Arulnithy, K, Umaramani, M. and Mathiventhan, T (2016). Yellow Oleander (Thevetia peruviana) Seed Poisoning (YOSP) in the Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka: Is related with Fruiting Season?. International Journal of Research Studies in Biosciences (IJRSB), 8-13.
  9. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2014). Coastal green belt in Batticaloa district, Sri Lanka: Is Casuarina a Success? International Journal of Marine Science, 4(55):1-5 (doi: 10.5376/ijms.2014.04.0055).
  10. Mathiventhan, U., Sivaganeshan, R. and Mathiventhan, T. (2014). Identification, market availability and consumption of green leafy vegetables in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. Tropical Plant Research, An International Journal (ISSN: 2349 – 1183). 1(2): 17-25.
  11. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2014). Impact of flood on Rhizophora plantation in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. Journal of Medical and Bioengineering. Engineering and Technology Publishing (ETP, ISSN 2301-3796), (3) 2: 117-121.
  12. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2011). Impacts of natural and human disturbances on the density of tree species in selected mangrove ecosystem in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. Journal of Science and Management. Vavuniya Campus of the University of Jaffna. ISSN 2012-6131. (3). 107-115.
  13. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2004). Preliminary investigation on abundance of seagrass bed, Thalassia hemprichii at Koneshapuri, Trincomalee. The Sri Lanka Forester (27). P. 21-26.

Conferences, Symposiums and Research Sessions

  1. Krishanthiny R., Caldera H.I.U., Mathiventhan T., Ariyawansa K.G.S.U. (2025). Variation in chlorophyll content of selected mangroves from diverse salinity environment in the east coast of Sri Lanka. 29th International Forestry and Environment Symposium, 17-18 January, 2025, University of Jayawardenapura, Sri Lanka.
  2. Mathiventhan T (2024). Mangroves, Climate change and Sea-level rise: Sri Lankan Perspective. 2nd International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability 2024. 22-24 July 2024. pg 51, ISSN 2989-0950. Kalutara, Sri Lanka.
  3. Krishanthiny, R., Caldera, H.I.U., Mathiventhan T., Ariyawansa K.G.S.U (2024). Leaf anatomical variation of selected mangrove species on the east coast of Sri Lanka. 44th Annual Sessions 2024, Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka.
  4. Thushanthan K., Aruyawansa K.G.S.U., Caldera H.I.U. Mathiventhan T (2024). Endophytic fungi of the mangrove plant Avicennia marina in the Batticaloa lagoon of Sri Lanka: Diversity, composition and bioactivity. Postgraduate Session 2024, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo.
  5. Herath H.M.T., Mathiventhan T (2022). Identifying Suitable Preservation Technique for King Coconut Water (Cocos Nucifera Var. Aurantiaca) Using Naturally Available Ingredients and its Quality Assessment. 1st Annual Research Session ARSFOT 2022, 6th October 2022, Faculty of Technology, Eastern university, Sri Lanka.
  6. Jayanath., P.N.G.V., Mathiventhan T (2022). Development and Quality Evaluation of Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus Ostreatus) Flour Base Noodles Product. 1st Annual Research Session ARSFOT 2022, 6th October 2022, Faculty of Technology, Eastern university, Sri Lanka.
  7. Mathiventhan T (2021). Sea-level rise, Coastal salinity and Vegetation Changes. Commonwealth Science Conference, February 22-26, 2021, The Royal Society, London.
  8. Mathiventhan T and Jayasingam T (2019). Ecological Resilience of Mangroves: A Comparison of two mangrove ecosystems. 5th International Conference on Mangroves, Macrobenthos and Management Meeting. 1-5 June, Singapore. Book of Abstracts, p231.
  9. Aashifa Mohamed Abdul Rasool, Mathiventhan T and Jayasingam T (2019). Plant diversity of Saltmarshes in Mannar district, Northern Province of Sri Lanka. Association for Tropical Biology Conservation – Asia Pacific Conference 2019 (ATBC-AP 2019), 10-13 September, Sri Lanka, p. 86.
  10. Thayananth S, Mathiventhan T and Jayasingam T (2019). Coastal Shrub Vegetation of Batticaloa District: A preliminary study. Association for Tropical Biology Conservation – Asia Pacific Conference 2019 (ATBC-AP 2019), 10-13 September, Sri Lanka, p. 217.
  11. Thayananth S, Jayasingam T and Mathiventhan T (2018). Supervised classification of Sri Lankan coastal vegetation of Batticaloa district: Digital baselines for climate change monitoring. The 3rd Digital Belt and Road Conference (DBAR), 5-7 December 2018, Tengchong, Yunnnan, China.
  12. Priyashantha H.A.K. and Mathiventhan, T (2018). Proposed industrial aquaculture Park (PIAP) and its possible social impacts at Vaharai, Sri Lanka. Second International Scientific Conference on Environmental Research: Issues, Challenges and Strategies for Sustainable Development and livelihood Security, 13 August 2018, The Maldives National University, Male, p13.
  13. Jayasingam T and Mathiventhan T (2017). Mangroves of Batticaloa: Climate change and sea-level rise scenarios. IUCN Mangrove Symposium 2017, September 12-16, Bremen, Germany. ZMT Leibniz Centre – Universität Bremen.
  14. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2017). Present status of Mangrove restoration in Batticaloa district, Sri Lanka: Is it success? International Conference on Mangrove and Macrobenthos Meeting (MMM4), St. Augustine, Florida, USA, 18-22 July 2016, p222.
  15. Mathiventhan T and Jayasingam T (2017). The effect of coastal soil salinity on permanent vegetation line. International Congress on Marine Science Research and Technology Conference, Marine Science 2017, CLYTO ACCESS, Ritz Carlton, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, p 25.
  16. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T. (2013). Impact of flood on Rhizophora plantation in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. International Conference on Medical, Engineering and Biotechnology (ICMEB), Melaka, Malaysia (October 5-6th).
  17. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2010). Impacts of Disturbances on Floristic Composition of Selected Mangrove Ecosystems in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. The national Conference on identification of knowledge gaps for sustainable management of mangrove ecosystems in Sri Lanka. University of Ruhuna. Abstract of papers. P 3.
  18. Thavanayagam, G., Senanayake, S.A.D., Mathiventhan, T. and Anusooya, S (2010). Application of critical path method for improving the lead-time of merchandising in apparel supply chain. International conference on Innovation and Management. Penang, Malaysia.
  19. Thavanayagam, G., Senanayake, S.A.D., Mathiventhan, T. and Anusooya, S (2010). Optimization of order execution lead-time in apparel supply chain. The International conference on Mathematical Computing and Management. Tiruvalla, Kerala, India.
  20. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2010). Environment in Post-war Development: Road Expansion and Loss of Trees in Batticaloa. 9th Annual Research Session (ARS), Eastern University, Sri Lanka. P 43.
  21. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2010). Impacts of Disturbances on Floristic Composition of Selected Mangrove Ecosystems in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. The national Conference on identification of knowledge gaps for sustainable management of mangrove ecosystems in Sri Lanka. University of Ruhuna. Abstract of papers. P 3.
  22. Thavanayagam. G, Senanayake, S. A. D, Mathiventhan, T and Anusooya, S (2010). A study of merchandising activities in supply chain management in the apparel sector. Sri Lanka Association for Advancement of Science (SLAAS). P 111
  23. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2009). Coastal green belt in Batticaloa district: Is Casuarina a success? International Forestry and Environment, Symposium 2009. Proceedings Part-1, Abstract of papers. P 7. University of Sri Jeyawardenapura, Sri Lanka.
  24. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2003). Preliminary investigation of ecosystem of fresh-saline water marshes (“Thonas”) in the east coast of Batticaloa. 3rd Annual Research Session (ARS), Eastern University, Sri Lanka. Selected papers. P. 122-139.
  25. Mathiventhan, T. and Jayasingam, T (2001). Preliminary investigation of root growth of rice (Oryza sativa) under different irrigation and soil conditions in field and laboratory. 1st Annual Research Session (ARS) 2000, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. Selected Papers. P. 89-95

Plenary talks, Scientific Dialogues and Presentations

  1. Plenary Speech (2025): Present status and future strategic interventions for mangrove conservation. 3rd International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability (ICMS), The Open University, Sri Lanka, 22-24 July 2024
  2. Plenary Speech (2024): Sustainable Solutions: Integrating Conservation and Management of Mangroves. 2nd International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability (ICMS), The Open University, Sri Lanka, 22-24 July 2024.
  3. Scientific Dialog (2024): Climate change, sustainability and green energy. 6th International Research Conference TRInCo. Trincomalee Campus, EUSL.
  4. Presentation (2020): Coastal ecosystems in Sri Lanka: key features and importance to long term sustainability, Global Youth Forum on Climate Change, SLYCAN TRUST, Sri Lanka.
  5. Presentation (2020): Mangroves and their future. Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS), Sri Lanka.
  6. Presentation (2017): Mangroves of Batticaloa district: Uses, Threats and issues. Regional workshop on “Conservation and Sustainable Use of Mangrove ecosystems” In Batticaloa, Sri Lanka, Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment.
  7. Scientific Dialog (2017): Climate change challenges for sustainable regional development. 1st International Research Conference, TRInCo. Trincomalee Campus, EUSL.
  8. Presentation (2007): Post Tsunami Rehabilitation and Restoration of the Coastal Belt. FAO, Batticaloa, Sri Lanka.

 

Book Chapters

  1. Mathiventhan T (2024). Mangroves of Sri Lanka is a Best Source for Circular and Sustainable Bioeconomy. Achieving a Circular and Sustainable Bioeconomy, Institute of Biology Sri Lanka. ISBN: 978-624-5998-05-0.
  2. Mathiventhan T (2023). Mangrove conservation and Restoration in Sri Lanka: Biological Wealth for Economic Prosperity. Biological Wealth for Economic Prosperity, Institute of Biology Sri Lanka. ISBN: 978-624-5998-04-3.
  3. Daniel Gorman, Sevvandi Jayakody, Sunanda Kodikara,  Susantha Udagedara, D.D.G.L. Dahanayaka, Kithsiri B. Ranawana,  M. P. Kumara, Vasantha Pahalawattaarachchi,  Mathiventhan T, Andrew D.L. Steven,  Jagath A.A.L. Gunawardana, & Mathew A. Vanderklift (2022). Past, Present and Future of Sri Lankan Coastal Macrophyte-dominated Ecosystems: Blue carbon, Conservation, Restoration and Policy. Oceanography and Marine Biology, An Annual Review. 1st Edition, CRC Press, Vol. 60, p 301-334. ISBN: 978-1-032-26505-6 (hbk), ISBN: 978-1-032-37548-9 (pbk), ISBN: 978 -1-003-28860-2 (ebk). DOI: 10.1201/9781003288602.
  4. Mathiventhan T (2022). Worthwhile to rid-off from Academic misconduct: Lesson learnt from EUSL. Voice of East, Vol. 1, Teachers Association of Eastern University (TAEU), Eastern University, Sri Lanka. ISSN: 2950-6786.
  5. Mathiventhan T and Jayasingam T (2021). Eichhornia crassipes (Water Hyacinth): Significance and its control. DOI: 10.9734/bpi/rppsr/v4/3657F. Recent Progress in Plant and Soil Research, Volume 4, ISBN: 978-93-5547-359-2 (print), 978-93-5547-361-5 (e-book); DOI: 10.9734/bpi/rppsr/v4.
  6. Jayasingam T and Mathiventhan, T (2001). Islets of Sri Lanka. Islands of Island, The National Trust of Sri Lanka, p 136-151. ISBN: 978-955-0093-25-0.
  7. Mathiventhan T and Jayasingam T (…). Mangroves of Batticaloa. BATTICALOA, Sri Lanka, The National Trust of Sri Lanka, p.132-141. ISBN:978-955-0093-17-5.
  8. Mathiventhan T (2018). Are we interested to conserve our valuable ecosystems? Sathurukondan, an urban wetland in Batticaloa, would disremember in near future. Sath Samudura, Marine Environment Protection Authority, 19-21. ISBN: 2279-3208.
  9. Mathiventhan T (2011). Mangroves in Batticaloa: A struggle for existence. An appraisal of mangrove management in micro-tidal Estuaries and lagoons in Sri Lanka. IUCN Sri Lanka Country Office, Colombo. Viii + 116pp. (ISBN 978-955-0205-05-9). ISBN: 978-955-0205-05-9.

Translation of Books into Tamil

  1. 2023: National Guidelines for the Restoration of Mangrove Ecosystems of Sri Lanka. ISBN: 978-624-5817-11-5. Ministry of Environment, Sri Lanka. Tamil translation ISBN: 978-624-5817-32-0. (இலங்கையிலுள்ள கண்டல் சூழற்றொகுதிகளின் மறுசீரமைப்புக்கான தேசிய வழிகாட்டுதல்கள், சுற்றாடல் அமைச்சு, 2021).
  2. 2023: National Strategic Action Plan for Conservation and Sustainable Utilization of Mangrove Ecosystem in Sri Lanka 2022-2026. Ministry of Environment, Sri Lanka.  Tamil Translation ISBN: 978-624-5817-10-8. (இலங்கையிலுள்ள கண்டல் காடுகளின் பாதுகாப்பு மற்றும் பேண்தகு பயன்பாட்டிற்கான தேசியமூலோபாயச் செயற்றிட்டம் 2022-2026. சுற்றாடல் அமைச்சு, 2021).
  3. 2020: National Policy on Conservation and Sustainable Utilization of Mangrove Ecosystem in Sri Lanka. Ministry of Environment, Sri Lanka. ISBN: 978-955-8395-43-1. (இலங்கையிலுள்ள கண்டல் சூழற்றொகுதிகளைப் பாதுகாத்தல் மற்றும் அவற்றின் பயன்பாட்டிற்கான தேசிய கொள்கை. பல்லுயிர்ச் செயலகம், சுற்றாடல் அமைச்சு, 2020). 

Research

Research Interests: 

  • Coastal Ecology, Mangrove Ecology, Blue-Carbon Ecosystems, Natural resources management and conservation, Climate change.

PG Research Supervision

 

Doctor of Philosophy – PhD 

  1. Blue carbon content and its stability in sea-grass and saltmarsh ecosystems in Sri Lanka (2023-2027). Universite Libre De Bruxelles, Belgium. FSPI-SEDRIC Project – In progress
  2. Factors affecting soil carbon stability of mangrove ecosystems in Sri Lanka (2023-2027). Universite Libre De Bruxelles, Belgium. FSPI-SEDRIC Project – In progress
  3. Spatial distribution and carbon storage potential of salt marsh vegetation in the Northern Province, Sri Lanka. Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
  4. Spatial distribution and growth dynamics of shrub vegetation in Batticaloa district, Sri Lanka, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.

Master of Philosophy – MPhil 

  1. The effects of anthropogenic activities on water quality, mangroves and socio-economic interactions in Batticaloa Estuary. Eastern University, Sri Lanka – In progress
  2. Diversity, composition and potential industrial applications of the endophytic fungal community of mangrove plant species in eastern parts of Sri Lanka. University of Colombo.
  3. A study on the anatomical, physiological, and biochemical characteristics of mangroves in relation to different climatic zones in Sri Lanka. University of Colombo.

Master of Science – MSc

  1. Effect of vermicompost on growth and development of Okra. University of Kelaniya.
  2. Identifying suitable teaching learning methods to improve science positive class room climate and students’ interest. MSc in Science Education, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
  3. Learning laboratory practical in 1AB school has an impact on GCE/OL student's science result. MSc in Science Education, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
  4. Socio-ecological resilience in mangrove forests and adjacent communities in Batticaloa. Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), Norway.

UG Research Supervision – Botany, Technology

 

PG Thesis Evaluation

  1. PhD: Antidiabetic potential of Naregamia alata Wight & Arn. Mangalore University, India.
  2. PhD: Phytochemical profile and biopotential of some selected species of Caulerpales (Green Seaweeds) in the south east coast of Tamil Nadu, India. Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tamil Nadu, India.

International Research Experiences

  1. Sri Lanka, India and USA (2008/2009): Secondary data controller in Sri Lanka – Impacts of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami: A longitudinal study of recovery in affected communities. Collaboration of Achchuthan Menon Centre for Health Science studies, India, Eastern University, Sri Lanka and Institute for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Research, University of Southern California, USA.
  2. Uganda (2006): Food Security and Poverty Alleviation in Bukolwa Village: The Impact of Bukolwa Sustainable Agricultural Group (BSAG) for its members. Faculty of Forestry, Makerere University, Uganda.
  3. Uganda (2006): Rural Development in Kabiira Village: Intervention of AFRICARE. Faculty of Forestry, Makerere University, Uganda.
  4. Norway (2006): Restoration of Syverud areas, Norway: A Forest Restoration Project. Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB), Ås, Norway.

Teaching

  1. Plant Ecology
  2. Plant Systematics
  3. Mangroves Ecology and Management
  4. Experimental Designs
  5. Research Methodology and Scientific Writing
  6. Population Biology

Awards

  1. Proctor Coomarasamy Prize for Observational Research (2022). Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
  2. Vice-Chancellor’s Award (2022). Output Based Research for the year 2022. Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  3. Best Presenter Award (2021). 3rd South Asia Conference on Interdisciplinary Research (SAIR’21), 5th November 2021, Sri Lanka. The International Research and Development Institution (TIRDI).
  4. Best Researcher Award (2021). International Scientist Awards on Engineering, Science and Medicine, Trivandrum, India.
  5. UGC Research Grant (2009-2012). Probationary & senior academic grades to obtain doctoral qualifications locally (Ref. No. UGC/ICD/CRF 2009/2/27). University Grants Commission(UGC), Sri Lanka.
  6. NORAD Fellowship (2005-2007). Masters’ programme in MNRSA, Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB), Norway. NORAD.

 

Positions Held

Eastern University, Sri Lanka

  1. Acting Vice-Chancellor
  2. Dean, Faculty of Technology
  3. Head, Department of Botany
  4. Secretary, Ethical Review Committee, EUSL
  5. Chairman, Curriculum Development Committee, Faculty of Technology
  6. Member: Council, Senate, Management Committee/SVIAS, Curriculum Development Committee, Board of Graduate Studies.
  7. Focal Point for Action Plan, Strategic Plan and Cooperate plan, Faculty of Science
  8. Student Counsellor
  9. Lead Student Counsellor, Faculty of Science
  10. Coordinator: Symposium of UNESCO, UNESCO Participation Programme
  11. Editor – Faculty Newsletter, Faculty of Science

International

  1. Member: International Blue Carbon Scientific Working Group (IBCSWG)
  2. Sri Lanka delegate: Commonwealth Blue Charter: All Champions Meetings, London, UK
  3. Teaching Panel: ERASMUS International Masters’ Degree Programme, University of Ruhuna.

National

  1. Member of Review Panel: National Initiative for Research and Development Commercialization (NIRDC), Presidential Secretariat.
  2. Proposal Reviewer: Indo-Sri Lanka Joint Research Programme. Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST)
  3. Member: National Mangrove Expert Committee, Ministry of Environment, Sri Lanka
  4. Member: Flora Experts – Environmental Sensitive Areas (ESAs), Ministry of Environment, Sri Lanka
  5. Member: Preparation of
    1. National Policy on Conservation and Sustainable Utilization of Mangrove Ecosystem in Sri Lanka. Ministry of Environment, Sri Lanka
    2. National Guidelines for the Restoration of Mangrove Ecosystems of Sri Lanka
    3. National Strategic Action Plan for Conservation and Sustainable Utilization of Mangrove Ecosystem in Sri Lanka 2022-2026
  6. Mangrove Policy Making at National Level, Ministry of Environment, Sri Lanka.
  7. Accredited Programme Reviewer, University Grants Commission.
  8. Team member: ELTA/ELSE Department level proposal evaluation, AHEAD, Ministry HE and Cultural Affairs, Sri Lanka
  9. Consultant: Preparing Special Area Management (SAM) Plan for Batticaloa lagoon, Trincomalee Bay and Ampara southern biodiversity zone.
  10. Researcher: Development of Provincial Invasive Alien Species (IAS) profiles to identify the status of distribution, threats and management measures. Northern and Eastern Provinces. Biodiversity Secretariat, Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment.
  11. Researcher: Distribution and Socio-economic impacts of Eichhornia crassipes (Water Hyacinth) in Batticaloa district. Biodiversity Secretariat, Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment.
  12. Principal Supervisor: Science Research Project Competition (SRPC) 2017. National Science Foundation, Ministry of Science, Technology and Research.
  13. Co-Consultant: Assessment of Tsunami damage to coastal ecosystems of eastern province and development of guidelines for integrated coastal area management. FAO
  14. Team member: Post–Tsunami Environmental Assessment for Batticaloa district. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Sri Lanka.
  15. Member: Batticaloa Lagoon Management Committee. District Secretariat, Batticaloa.
  16. Sector Consultant: Coastal Conservation and Environment. Multi-sectoral Development Plan for Batticaloa district. District Secretariat, Batticaloa.
  17. Chairperson: Possibility of establishment of bottle-water factory. District Secretariat, Batticaloa.

Membership in Professional Organization

  1. Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka (IOB)
  2. National Science Foundation, Sri Lanka (NSF)
  3. Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS)
Last Updated
27-Aug-2025