Uva Wellassa University

🎓 𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕮𝖔𝖚𝖓𝖙𝖉𝖔𝖜𝖓 𝕭𝖊𝖌𝖎𝖓𝖘...

A proud milestone awaits as Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka prepares to celebrate its 15th General Convocation.

📍 BMICH, Colombo
📅 22 June 2026

Join us as we honor the dedication, perseverance, and achievements of our graduands and welcome them into a new chapter of their lives.

A celebration of success.
A milestone of achievement.
A future filled with possibilities.

✨ Celebrating Excellence in Research & Innovation ✨

The UWU Research Awards 2023/2024 successfully recognized and celebrated the outstanding research achievements of the academic community of Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka.

🏆 More than 120 researchers were honored for their valuable contributions through research publications, demonstrating the University's commitment to research excellence, innovation, and scholarly impact.

The event, held on 21 May 2026 at the Technology Auditorium, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka, was graced by the Chief Guest, Vice-Chancellor, Senior Professor Kolitha B. Wijesekara, whose presence highlighted the importance of research and innovation in advancing the University's vision and mission.

The event was organized by the Research Awards Committee, chaired by Dr. Hirusha Amarasinghe, with the support and commitment of all committee members. Professor Chathuranga Senarathna, Director of the Academic Research & Publication Unit (ARPU), played a key role in coordinating the event. The occasion was further honored by the presence of the Deans of all Faculties, academic staff, administrative officers, and award recipients.

The event brought together researchers, academics, administrators, and distinguished guests to celebrate the dedication, perseverance, and scholarly excellence of UWU researchers whose contributions continue to enhance the University's national and international reputation.

👏 Congratulations to all award recipients on their remarkable achievements. Your research contributions inspire innovation, knowledge creation, and future generations of scholars.
Together, we continue to foster a culture of research excellence, innovation, and academic leadership.

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✨ Celebrating Excellence in Research & Innovation ✨
UWU Research Awards 2023/2024
Awardee List of Year 2023/2024
💡 Highest Citation Awards recognition for the each Department in Uva Wellassa University📚

✨ Celebrating Excellence in Research & Innovation ✨
UWU Research Awards 2023/2024
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💡Special Awards for Remarkable achievements of UWU Researchers in Year 2023/2024 📚

✨ Celebrating Excellence in Research & Innovation ✨
UWU Research Awards 2023/2024
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💡Tier Awards recogniztion of Researchers
💡Full articles published in Refereed Index Journals and Non Index Journals in Year 2023 and 2024 📚

🎉 Congratulations to Prof. K.W.S.N. Kumari 🎉

Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka extends its heartfelt congratulations to Prof. K.W.S.N. Kumari, Professor of Statistics, on her appointment as the Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences.

This appointment marks a significant milestone in the University's history as Prof. Kumari becomes the first woman to serve as Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences. Her achievement reflects a distinguished career dedicated to academic excellence, research, leadership, and service to higher education.

The University takes great pride in celebrating this remarkable accomplishment and wishes Prof. Kumari every success as she leads the Faculty of Applied Sciences towards new heights of achievement and innovation.

🌟 May her leadership continue to inspire academic excellence and empower future generations of scholars.

Snr. Prof. Dinesh Jayasena is a distinguished academic, internationally recognized researcher, and dedicated educator of Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. Throughout his academic career, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership, integrity, and commitment to advancing higher education, research excellence, and institutional development.

With an outstanding record of scholarly achievements, Snr. Prof. Jayasena has made significant contributions to animal science, food science, and agricultural innovation through high-impact research, international collaborations, and successful mentorship of undergraduate and postgraduate students. His academic accomplishments have brought recognition to both his faculty and the university at national and international levels.

Beyond his research and teaching excellence, Snr. Prof. Jayasena has provided exemplary service to the university through his leadership in academic administration, curriculum development, policy formulation, quality assurance, and strategic planning. His vision for academic excellence, student-centered education, innovation, and stakeholder engagement has contributed significantly to the growth and reputation of the institution.

His appointment reflects the confidence of his colleagues in his ability to provide visionary leadership and guide the faculty toward greater academic and professional achievements.

Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka extends its heartfelt gratitude and profound appreciation to Senior Professor Saman K. Herath for his exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication, and invaluable service to the university. He served with distinction as the Dean of the Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture from 29 May 2020 to 28 May 2026, providing visionary leadership that significantly advanced the Faculty’s academic, research, and institutional development.

As an internationally recognized scholar and highly cited scientist in Soil Science, Professor Herath played a pivotal role in strengthening the university’s research culture and academic excellence. His leadership was instrumental in successfully organizing the National Symposium on Agriculture and Life Sciences (NSALS) for three consecutive years and guiding the Faculty’s contribution to the UWU EXPO Educational Exhibition held in celebration of the university’s 20th Anniversary.

Professor Herath also spearheaded major national and international initiatives, including the EU SUCCESSFUL Project, the RIVER Project, and GO-STUDY collaborations with leading Chinese universities, significantly enhancing the university’s global engagement, research partnerships, and international visibility. His commitment to staff welfare was reflected in his support for establishing the Faculty Health Society, while his dedication to community development was demonstrated through his leadership of the Uva Agriculture Development Forum and the UWU Integrated Community Development Project (2021–2025), including the Model Farm Village Concept. His stewardship further contributed to strengthening the Faculty’s infrastructure, laboratory facilities, educational programmes, and collaborative networks with industry and public-sector stakeholders.

His contributions have left a lasting impact on the university’s academic, research, administrative, and community engagement endeavors. His service as Dean and, notably, as Acting Vice Chancellor reflects the trust placed in his leadership and his steadfast commitment to the advancement of Uva Wellassa University. The university community proudly acknowledges his inspirational leadership, dedicated mentorship, and remarkable service to students, staff, and society. We extend our deepest appreciation and wish him continued success, good health, happiness, and excellence in all his future academic and personal endeavors.

𝕳𝖊𝖆𝖗𝖙𝖋𝖊𝖑𝖙 𝖌𝖗𝖆𝖙𝖎𝖙𝖚𝖉𝖊 𝖆𝖓𝖉 𝖆𝖕𝖕𝖗𝖊𝖈𝖎𝖆𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓 𝖙𝖔 𝖙𝖍𝖊 𝕺𝖚𝖙𝖌𝖔𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕯𝖊𝖆𝖓 𝖔𝖋 𝖙𝖍𝖊 𝕱𝖆𝖈𝖚𝖑𝖙𝖞 𝖔𝖋 𝕬𝖕𝖕𝖑𝖎𝖊𝖉 𝕾𝖈𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖈𝖊𝖘,

Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka sincerely extends its heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences for his exceptional leadership, dedication, and invaluable service throughout his tenure. Through his visionary guidance and unwavering commitment, the Faculty of Applied Sciences achieved several significant milestones, including the initiation of the faculty’s first internationally recognized conference, IMPETUS 2026, the approval of the Faculty Building Proposal by the University Grants Commission (UGC), and the enhancement of key academic and laboratory facilities. His efforts have greatly contributed to strengthening the university’s academic excellence, research culture, innovation, and international engagement.

The university community proudly acknowledges and appreciates his remarkable contributions, inspiration, mentorship, and lasting impact on students, academic staff, administrative personnel, and the broader institutional development of Uva Wellassa University.

We extend our sincere thanks for his dedicated service and wish him continued success, happiness, good health, and excellence in all his future endeavors.

✨ Celebrating Excellence in Research & Innovation ✨

Join us at the UWU Research Awards 2023/2024 🏆🌟
An evening dedicated to honoring outstanding research achievements, innovation, and academic excellence at Uva Wellassa University.

📅 Date: 21st May 2026
📍 Venue: Technology Auditorium, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka
⏰ Time: 1.00 PM onwards

Let’s celebrate the brilliance that drives knowledge and innovation forward! 💡📚