1. Member of the SAARC Food Association
2. Life Member, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS)
3. Exco Member and Fellow Member, Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFSTSL)

Physicochemical characterization of food compounds.

Identification and characterization of bioactive, nutraceutical, and other functional compounds from foods.

Chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques for detection and quantification of chemical compounds in foods.

AHEAD World Bank Project RIC STEM-HEMS. Formulation and commercialization of readily accessible food products for the control and prevention of Diabetes mellitus” (2019-2023).

• Principle investigator: UGC Research Grant for the completion of PhD Degree for the research study on “Occurrence of heavy metal contamination of selected leafy vegetables grown in Colombo Area” (2013-2016).
• Co-investigator: IRQUE Research Grant for the Bakery project on “Exploration for utilization of locally available starch sources to alter the protein composition of rice dough to produce puffy bakery products” (2008-2010).

• Principle Investigator, UGC Research Grant (VC/DRIC/PG/2013/SUSL/01) for the completion of PhD Degree on “Occurrence of heavy metal contamination of selected leafy vegetables grown in Colombo Area, Sri Lanka”.
• Co-Investigator and Deputy Coordinator, AHEAD World Bank Project RIC STEM-HEMS, Formulation and commercialization of readily accessible food products for the control and prevention of Diabetes mellitus” (2019-2023).

• Development of palmyrah (Borassu flabellifer) pulp incorporated ready to serve (RTS) mixed fruit juice
• Food applications, sensory analysis and quality characterization of edible food wrap developed from coconut protein isolate
• Comparative analysis of physicochemical and functional properties of peel flour obtained from purple and yellow passion fruit varieties and development of peel flour incorporated jam product
• Development and comparative analysis of wood apple (Limonia acidissima) drinking yoghurt incorporated with and without basil seeds (Ocimum bascilicum)
• Evaluation of physicochemicaland functional properties of Mussanda (Mussaenda frondosa L) sepals and development of Mussanda incorporated tea.
• Identification of the requirements and documentation for implementing the iso 22000:2018 in spice processing plant of Convenience Foods (Lanka) PLC
• Evaluation of the physicochemical and functional properties of giant granadilla fruit (Passiflora quadrangularis) and application of its mesocarp powder as a functional ingredient in food product development
• Physicochemical and functional properties of two different varieties of banana (Musa spp.) pseudo-stem flour and its application as a cookie
• Physicochemical, sensory and nutritional properties of coconut (Cocos nucifera) milk-based curry cube.
• Comparative analysis of physical, nutritional and functional properties of four available accessions of Sapodilla (Manilkara zapota) fruit in Sri Lanka.
• Extraction and modification of Palmyrah (Borassus flabellifer L.) tuber starch and its application as a thickener
• Comparison of nutritional and functional properties of locally cultivated four mushroom species.
• Effects of common packaging materials and storage conditions on the physicochemical properties of Brown Sugar.
• Development of an applied method for sensory evaluation of chili germplasms’s pungency by determining the correlations of prevailing pungency evaluation techniques.
• Experimental evaluation of physicochemical characteristics of dried chili and its sorption isotherm: Sri Lankan variety MI-2 (Capsicum annum L.)
• Analysis and identification of sedimentation occurs in Highland sweetened condensed milk and detection of root causes – A case study.
• Formulation and shelf-life evaluation of fruit and vegetable spread.
• Studying factors affecting white precipitate formed in iced tea when reconstituted with hard water and finding solutions.
• Development of a model for forecasting the Munchee Chocolate Puff using processing conditions and quality parameters.

Degree : M. Phil.

University: Faculty of Graduate studies, University of Ruhuna

Subject: Food Chemistry

   Title of the Thesis: Development of anti-diabetic functional foods and nutraceuticals using Psidium guajava(guava), Garcinia quaesita (garcinia), Eryngium foetidum   (long coriander) and Cinnamomum verum (cinnamon)

• Guest Speaker – Session on the topic of “Life in Hostels of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka”, Orientation Programme 2021, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2021.

• Guest Speaker - Session on the topic of “Gender Equity and Equality”, Orientation Program, Faculty of Technology (Academic Year 2021/2022), Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2022,

• Guest Speaker - Session on the topic of “Gender Equity and Equality”, Orientation Program, Faculty of Applied Sciences (Academic Year 2021/2022), Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2022.

• Guest Speaker - Session on the topic of “Gender Equity and Equality and SGBV prevalent in Sri Lankan State Universities”, Inauguration Ceremony and the Orientation Program, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2022.

• Resource Person – Seminars for teachers of A/L Biosystems Technology, organized by the Ministry of Education, Sri Lanka, Appointed by the UGC, Sri Lanka, 2022.

• Guest Speaker – Session on the topic of “Hostel Life - Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka”, Orientation Programme 2017/2018, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2019.

• Resource Person – Practical Workshop on the subject “Agriculture and Food Technology” for teachers at Balangoda Zonal Education Division, 2012.

• Workshop on “University Mental Health and Role of Student Counsellors” organized by Centre for Quality Assurance, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Workshop on “Curriculum Development in Line with SLQF”, organized by Centre for Quality Assurance, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Workshop on “Research Proposal Writing”, conducted by AHEAD Project, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Workshop on “Intellectual Property Protection and Technology Licensing”, conducted by University Business Linkage Cell, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Workshop on “Audit and Procurement Procedures”, Staff Development Center (SDC), Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Residential Workshop on “Gender Mainstreaming” conducted by Center for Gender Equity and Equality, University Grants Commission, Global Towers Hotel, Colombo 06 (2018).

• Total solution for Trace Level Analysis: using AAS, GC, GC-MS, LC, LC-MS and ICP- MS, Industrial Technology Institute (ITI), Colombo 07 (2017).

• Workshop on SAS (R and STATA), Staff Development Center (SDC), Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (2017).

• Workshop on Basic molecular Biology Technologies at Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Analytical Instruments Pvt. Ltd., Colombo (2017).

• Residential Workshop on Reforming the Practical Lessons, Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanaka (2017).

• Visiting Lecturer – Food Analysis EAG 366-3, Department of Export Agriculture, Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture, Uwa Wellassa University of Sri Lanka, 2017.

• Visiting Lecturer – Food Analysis ANS 441-2, Basics in Food Analysis ANS 401-2, Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture, Uwa Wellassa University of Sri Lanka, 2021.

1. Malmi Apsara Wickramasinghe, Harshani Nadeeshani, Suriya Mudiyanselage Sewwandi, Isuri Rathnayake, Thilini Chathurangi Kananke and Ruvini Liyanage (2023), Comparison of nutritional composition, bioactivities, and FTIR- ATR microstructural properties of commercially grown four mushroom species in Sri Lanka; Agaricus bisporus, Pleurotus ostreatus, Calocybe sp. (MK-white), Ganoderma lucidum. Food Production, Processing and Nutrition. https://doi.org/10.1186/s43014-023-00158-9
2. Dias, P. G. I., Marapana, R. A. U. J., Rathnayaka, R. M. U. S. K., Gayathri, S. M. D. S., Anuradha, N. G. D., Kananke, T. C., & Wickramaratne, N. M. (2023). Consumers’ Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behavior Regarding Functional Food Products-A Survey from Selected Areas of Sri Lanka. Journal of Agricultural Sciences–Sri Lanka, 18(1).
3. Sobini, N., Darsiga, S., Kananke, T. C., & Srivijeindran, S. (2022). Characterization of modified palmyrah tuber starch by pre-gelatinization, acid and dextrinization processes and its applicability. Food Chemistry Advances, 1, 100143.
4. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2018. “Estimation of Bioaccumulation, Translocation and Distribution Patterns of Cadmium and Lead in Commonly Consumed Green Leafy Vegetables in Colombo District, Sri Lanka”. Matter: International Journal of Science and Technology 4 (2).
5. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2016, ‘Detection of Ni, Cd, and Cu in green leafy vegetables collected from different cultivation areas in and around Colombo District, Sri Lanka’, Environmental Monitoring and Assessment 188:187, DOI 10.1007/s10661-016-5195-5.
6. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2015, ‘The effect of processing methods on heavy metal concentrations in commonly consumed green leafy vegetables available in Sri Lankan market’, Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 14 (12), 1026-1033.
7. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2015, ‘Pb and Cr Contaminations of Irrigation Water, Soils and Green Leafy Vegetables Collected from Different Areas of Colombo District, Sri Lanka’, Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 14(9), 593-602.
8. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2014, ‘Heavy Metal Contamination in Green Leafy Vegetables Collected from Selected Market Sites of Piliyandala Area, Colombo District, Sri Lanka’, American Journal of Food Science and Technology 2(5), 139-144, DOI:10.12691/ajfst-2-5-1.
9. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2016, ‘Assessment of heavy metals in Mukunuwenna (Alternanthera sessilis) collected from production and market sites in and around Colombo District, Sri Lanka’, Procedia Food Science 6, 194 – 198.

1. Physicochemical and Techno-Functional Properties of Pseudostem Flour Obtained from Banana (Musa acuminate L.) Seeni variety and its Application as a Cookie. H.Y.D.J. Somasiri, T.C. Kananke. International Conference on Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICAPS-SUSL), 2023.
2. Evaluation of Physicochemical and Functional Properties of Mussanda (Mussaenda Frondosa L) Sepals and Development of Mussanda Incorporated Tea. M.F.F. Nafla, T.C. Kananke, M.G.A.N. Perera. International Conference on Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICAPS-SUSL), 2023.
3. Development of Cake from Composite Blends of Wheat (Titricum aestivum) and Purple Yam (Dioscorea alata) Flour, D.M.J. Piumali, T.C. Kananke. Proceedings of the 2^nd Applied Sciences Undergraduate Research Symposium (APSURS), Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023.
4. Food Applications, Sensory Analysis, and Quality Characterization of Edible Food Wrap Developed from Coconut Protein Isolate, K.G.N.N. Kodagoda, T.C. Kananke, D.T. Hewa Pathirana. Proceedings of the 2^ndApplied Sciences Undergraduate Research Symposium (APSURS), Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023.
5. Isolation and structure characterization of a hypoglycemically active flavone glycoside from Sri Lankan green leafy vegetable Olax zeylanica(Malla). M.G.A.N. Perera, N.G.D. Anuradha, S.M.D.S. Gayathri, A.W.P. Rasangani, P.G.I. Dias, R. Sabaragamuwa, T.C. Kananke, R.M.K.T. Rathnayaka, M.N. Wickramaratne and R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayake. Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science Proceedings of the 78^th Annual Sessions 2022 – Part I.
6. Comparative analysis of antidiabetic activities and total phenolic content of Sri Lankan herbal plants; Udahalu (Passiflora foetida), Heenbovitiya (Osbeckia octandra) and Ranawara (Cassia auriculata) flowers. M.A. Wickramasinghe, N.G.D. Anuradha, P.G.I. Dias, T.C. Kananke, S.M.D.S. Gayathri, M.G.A.N. Perera, R.M.K.T. Rathnayaka, R.S. Sabaragamuwa, M.N. Wickramarathne, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayaka.Proceedings of the Young Scientists’ Conference on Multidisciplinary Research-2022 Young Scientists’ Association, National Institute of Fundamental Studies, Sri Lanka. ISSN 2815-0260. 10th November 2022.
7. Development of plant-based sausage analogue incorporating anti-diabetic herbs and evaluation of its organoleptic and techno functional properties. K.M.S.A.K. Dehideniya, V.P. Bulugahapitiya, R.S. Sabaragamuwa, T.C. Kananke. Proceedings of the Young Scientists’ Conference on Multidisciplinary Research-2022 Young Scientists’ Association, National Institute of Fundamental Studies, Sri Lanka. ISSN 2815-0260. 10th November 2022.
8. Occurrence and in vitro bioaccessibility of heavy metals in raw and cooked forms of green leafy vegetables. T.C. Kananke, J. Wansapala, A. Gunaratne, 21st IUFoST World Congress of Food Science and Technology, Singapore. November 2022.
9. Experimental evaluation of physicochemical characteristics of chili: Sri Lankan variety MI2 (Capsicum annuum L.), L.A.D.S. De Silva, D.M.S.P. Bandara and T.C. Kananke. 21st IUFoST World Congress of Food Science and Technology, Singapore. November 2022.
10. Consumer Perceptions and Purchasing Behavior towards Branded Processed Foods in Sri Lanka. KGAP Jayathissa, AMADB Adhikari, A Anujan and TC Kananke, Proceedings of the 1^st International Conference on Local Governance and Leadership, 05^th-07^th October 2022.
11. Consumer Behavior, Health Attitudes and Perceptions towards Fast Food Consumption: A Case Study from Sri Lanka. KGNN Kodagoda, KGCN Rajapaksha, MAKR Dalima and TC Kananke, Proceedings of the 1^st International Conference on Local Governance and Leadership, 05^th-07^th October 2022.
12. A Ready-Meal Functional Soup Mix Supplemented with Potential Antidiabetic Herbs. M.A. Wickramasinghe, P.G.I. Dias, N.G.D. Anuradha, T.C. Kananke, M.G.A.N. Perera, R.M.K.T. Rathnayaka, R.S. Sabaragamuwa, M.N. Wickramarathne, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayaka. iPURSE 2021, University of Peradeniya.
13. Antimicrobial activity and phytochemical screening of selected plant species against Salmonella typhi and Escherichia coli. Wijekoon W.M.A.N., Gayathri S.M.D.S., Dias P.G.I., N.G.D. Anuradha, T.C. Kananke, M.G.A.N. Perera, R.M.K.T. Rathnayake, R. Sabaragamuwa, M.N. Wickramaratne, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayake. International Conference on Applied and Pure Sciences, University of Kelaniya. 29^thOctober 2021.
14. Physicochemical, techno-functional and hypoglycemic properties of selected wheat flour substitutes. Ranasingha K. Gayathri S.M.D.S., Dias P.G.I., N.G.D. Anuradha, T.C. Kananke, M.G.A.N. Perera, R.M.K.T. Rathnayake, R. Sabaragamuwa, M.N. Wickramaratne, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayake. International Conference on Applied and Pure Sciences, University of Kelaniya. 29^th October 2021.
15. Extraction and Modification of Palmyrah Tuber (Borassus flabellifer L) Starch and Its Applicability as a Thickener. Darsiga Sivanandarajah, Sobini Nithiyananthan and Thilini Kananke, Proceedings of the Applied Sciences Undergraduate Research Symposium – APSURS, 2021. Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
16. Investigation and Identification of Anti-diabetic Activity of Selected Medicinal Plants that Used in Folk Medicine in Sri Lanka. N.G.D. Anuradha, S.M.D.S. Gayathri, T.C. Kananke, R.S. Sabaragamuwa, R.M.K.T. Rathnayaka, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayake, M.N. Wickramaratne and M.G.A.N. Perera, 11th Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2021.
17. Potential hypoglycemic activity of Kaempferol rhamnoside isolated from Olax zeylanica (Malla) leaves. Anuradha, N.G.D.; Gayathri, S.M.D.S.; Dias, Gayani Imanthika; Kananke, Thilini Chathurangi; Rathnayaka, Kapila Tharanga; Sabaragamuwa, Rasangi; Rathnayaka, R. M. U. S. K.; Wickramaratne, Merita Nirmali; Perera, M. G. A. N. Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021.
18. A Ready-Meal Functional Soup Mix Supplemented with Potential Antidiabetic Herbs. M.A. Wickramasinghe, P.G.I. Dias, N.G.D. Anuradha, T.C. Kananke, M.G.A.N. Perera, R.M.K.T. Rathnayaka, R.S. Sabaragamuwa, M.N. Wickramarathne, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayaka. iPURSE 2021, University of Peradeniya.
19. Antimicrobial activity and phytochemical screening of selected plant species against Salmonella typhi and Escherichia coli. Wijekoon W.M.A.N., Gayathri S.M.D.S., Dias P.G.I., N.G.D. Anuradha, T.C. Kananke, M.G.A.N. Perera, R.M.K.T. Rathnayake, R. Sabaragamuwa, M.N. Wickramaratne, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayake. International Conference on Applied and Pure Sciences, University of Kelaniya. 29^thOctober 2021
20. Physicochemical, techno-functional and hypoglycemic properties of selected wheat flour substitutes. Ranasingha K. Gayathri S.M.D.S., Dias P.G.I., N.G.D. Anuradha, T.C. Kananke, M.G.A.N. Perera, R.M.K.T. Rathnayake, R. Sabaragamuwa, M.N. Wickramaratne, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayake. International Conference on Applied and Pure Sciences, University of Kelaniya. 29^th October 2021
21. Garcenia carmbogia and Camellia sinensis; a promising synergy for weight loss herbal tea formulations (A review). P.G.I. Dias, D.B.T. Wijeratne, P.M.C. Somatunga, N.G.D. Anuradha, R.M.K.T. Rathnayake, T.C. Kananke, R. Sabaragamuwa, M.N. Wickramaratne, R.M.S.U.K. Ratnayake, and M.G.A.N. Perera. 28^th International Conference entitled “Functional and Healthy Foods for Longevity: Bioactive Compounds and Biomarkers in Age-Related Diseases” held virtually on August 28-29, 2020. San Diego, USA
22. Review of the immunological functions of the ingredients of ‘‘Fadna Immunni Tea”. R. M. K. T. Rathnayaka, N.G.D. Anuradha, D. B. T. Wijeratne, P. M. C. Somatunga, G. P. L Supulchandra, M.G.A. Namal Perera, R. M. K. T. Rathnayaka, T.C. Kananke, R. Sabaragamuwa, M.N. Wickramarathne, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayaka. 28^th International Conference entitled “Functional and Healthy Foods for Longevity: Bioactive Compounds and Biomarkers in Age-Related Diseases” held virtually on August 28-29, 2020.San Diego, USA.
23. Evaluation of effect of Fadna Easy Tea (FET) consumption on relieving menstrual pain and discomfort among reproductive age women using human model. J.N.S. Jayasena, D.B.T. Wijeratne, P.M.C. Somatunga, P.G.I. Dias, N.G.D. Anuradha, T.C. Kananke, M.G.A.N. Perera, R.M.K.T. Rathnayake, R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayake, M.N. Wickramaratne, R. Sabaragamuwa. 28th International Conference of FFC, August 28-29, 2020, Organized by Functional Food Center (Dallas, Texas, USA), Functional Food Institute (San Diego, California, USA).
24. Optimization of brewing time and temperature for improving total phenolic content and antioxidant activity in Passiflora foetida L. tea using response surface methodology. J.A.D.O.S. Wijerathne, P.G.I. Dias, N.G.D. Anuradha, S.M.D.S. Gayathri, M.G.A.N. Perera, T.C. Kananke, R.M.K.T. Rathnayaka , R.S. Sabaragamuwa , M.N. Wickramaratne , R.M.U.S.K. Rathnayake. The 06^th International Conference on Ayurveda Traditional Medicine and Medicinal Plants under the conference series of GARI WINTER MULTIDISIPLINIARY SYMPOSIUM, held on 17th December 2020 at Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
25. Requirement analysis for identifying the commercializing potential of a herbal remedy for the treatment of dysmenorrhea. Dias, P.G.I; Anuradha, N.G.D; Somathunga, C; Dasanayaka, P.D.S.D; Perera, M.G.A.N; Rathnayaka, R.M.K.T; Kananke, T.C.; Wickramaratne, M.N; Rathnayaka, R.M.U.S.K, 7th International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICSUSL), 2019.
26. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2018. “Oral bioaccessibility of heavy metals in raw and cooked green leafy vegetables, using an in vitro gastrointestinal model”. Proceedings of the 19^th IUFoST World Food Science and Technology Congress, 2018, CIDCO Exhibition Centre, Vashi, Mumbai, India.
27. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2018. “Estimation of bioaccumulation, translocation and distribution patterns of cadmium and lead in commonly consumed green leafy vegetables in Colombo District, Sri Lanka”. Proceedings (Abstract) of the ICRST (2018) VI^thInternational Conference on Researches in Science & Technology, 05^thand 06^th May 2018, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
28. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2015, ‘Pb and Cr contamination of irrigation water, soils and green leafy vegetables collected from different areas in and around Colombo District, Sri Lanka’, 71^st Annual Scientific Session, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS), 2015.
29. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2015, ‘Assessment of Ni, Cd and Cu in soil, irrigation water and green leafy vegetables cultivated in and around Colombo District, Sri Lanka’, Proceedings of the 2^nd International Conference in Multidisciplinary Approaches (ICMA), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura 2015.
30. Kananke, T.C., Wansapala, J. & Gunaratne, A., 2014, ‘Heavy Metal Pollution of Irrigation Water, Soils and Green Leafy Vegetables in Piliyandala Area, Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 22^nd International Forestry Symposium, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2014.
31. T.C. Kananke and K. Anton. Formulation and shelf live evaluation of refrigerated avocado fruit spread. Proceedings of the Wayamba International Conference, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka (2014).

• 21st IUFoST World Congress of Food Science and Technology, Singapore. November 2022. Oral Presentation
• 21st IUFoST World Congress of Food Science and Technology, Singapore. November 2022. Poster Presentation
• Conference on Food Science and Nutrition, Rome, Italy. Oral Presentation
• 19^th IUFoST World Food Science and Technology Congress, 2018, CIDCO Exhibition Centre, Vashi, Mumbai, India. Poster presentation
• VI^th International Conference on Researches in Science & Technology, 05^th and 06^th May 2018, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Oral presentation
• 7^th Annual Research Session, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. Oral Presentation
• 71^st Annual Scientific Session, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS), 2015.  Poster Presentation
• 2^nd International Conference in Multidisciplinary Approaches (ICMA), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura 2015. Oral Presentation
• International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICSUSL), 2015, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. Oral Presentation
• 22^nd International Forestry Symposium, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2014. Oral Presentation

Local Patents (Under review):

An herbal tea formulation for diabetic patients, Patent No: 21327

A soup mix with anti-diabetic activity, Patent No: 21328

A method for formulating of soursop based medicated wine with anti-diabetic activity, Patent No: 21884

Patent Cooperation Treaty:

Herbal beverage from Annona muricata extract and method of preparation thereof. PCT/IB2022/050937 - Published

Reviewer in Peer-Reviewed Journals

Reviewer – Food Chemistry Advances, A Journal published by Elsevier

Reviewer – Applied Food Research, A Journal published by Elsevier

  Reviewer – The Journal of Agricultural Sciences – Sri Lanka, A Journal published by Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

Reviewer – Vavuniya Journal of Science, A Journal published by Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Vavuniya, Sri Lanka.

Session Chair, Rapporteur, Reviewer, Panel member in National/International Conferences:

Reviewer - International Conference on Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICAPS-SUSL), 2023

Rapporteur - International Conference on Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICAPS-SUSL), 2023

Reviewer – 2^nd Applied Sciences Undergraduate Research Symposium (APSURS), Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023

Rapporteur - 2^nd Applied Sciences Undergraduate Research Symposium (APSURS), Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023

Reviewer – International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (iCMA), 2022, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Reviewer – International Conference on Food Research, Development and Applications (INCOFREDA), 2022, Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka.

Session Evaluator – Technical Session on Emerging Concepts & Technologies in Foods, International Conference on Food Research, Development and Applications (INCOFREDA), 2022, Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka.

Panel Member – Technical Session on Food Science and Bio Processes, International Research Conference of Uwa Wellassa University (IRCUWU), 2022, Uwa Wellassa University of Sri Lanka.

Reviewer and Chairperson – Technical session on Food Processing and Postharvest Technology, Undergraduate Research Symposium - Faculty of Agricultural Sciences (AGSURS), 2022, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Reviewer – 1^st International Conference on Local Governance and Leadership: Global Challenges and Experiences (ICLGL), 2022,  Sri Lanka Institute of Local Governance, State Ministry of Provincial Council and Local Government Affairs, Colombo 07.

Panel Member – undergraduate research symposium, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka

Reviewer and Panel Member – Technical Session of Food Science and Technology, 8^th International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICSUSL), 2021, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Panel Member – Academic Session 202, Department of Export Agriculture, Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture, Uwa Wellassa University of Sri Lanka

Reviewer – 12^th International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University, Ratmalana, Sri Lanka.

Reviewer – RISTCON 2019, 6^th Ruhuna International Science and Technology Conference, University of Ruhuna

Chairperson - Graduate Colloquium and Panel member - Graduate Colloquium, 8^th Annual Research Session, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Member of the Standing Committee of Gender Equity and Equality, University Grants Commission, Sri Lanka (2022 - to date)

• Member of the Subject Committee on Food Science and Technology, For formulation/updating Subject Benchmark Statement (SBS) on Food Science and Technology, University Grants Commission, Sri Lanka (2022 - to date)

• Expert Committee on preparing guidelines to promote the Kithul industry as a mean of getting foreign currency, State Ministry of Coconut, Kithul and Palmyrah Cultivation Promotion and Related Industrial Product Manufacturing & Export Diversifications, Pelawatte, Battaramulla (2022)

• Director – Center for Gender Equity and Equality, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (2022 - to date)

• University Coordinator – Student Ambassador Programme on Child Protection, 2023

• Faculty Coordinator – Faculty of Applied Sciences, for International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICSUSL), 2023

• Academic Warden – Female Hostels, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka  (2018 - 2022)

• Session Coordinator - Food Science and Technology, 8^thInternational Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICSUSL), 2021, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Member – Regional Procurement Committee (Minor), OTS Office, AHEAD Project, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Secretary / Board of Study in Physical and Natural Sciences, Faculty of Graduate Studies, SUSL, 2023

• Member – Board of Study in Physical and Natural Sciences, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka 2021- to date.

• Member – Board of Study in Sports Science & Physical Education, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2018 - to date.

• Session Coordinator – Food Science and Nutrition, International Conference on Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICAPS-SUSL), 2023

• Session Coordinator - Food and Nutritional Sciences, APSURS (Applied Sciences Undergraduate Research Symposium), 2022, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Member of the Research Committee, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2021 - to date.

• Faculty Coordinator (Faculty of Applied Sciences) – University Business Linkage Cell, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2021 - to date

• Member of the Student Support Services and Welfare Advisory Committee, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2021 - 2022.

• Member – Proposal Writing Team, Team Member - Activity 1, Faculty Development Project of AHEAD ELTA/ELSE grant, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2018-2019.

• Faculty Coordinator (Applied Sciences) – Annual Research Session (ARS), 2017, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Faculty Representative (Applied Sciences) – Annual Research Session 2011, Center for Research and Knowledge Dissemination, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

• Coordinator / Faculty of Applied Sciences – For the Centre for Gender Equity and Equality, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (2018 - 2022)

• Coordinator / Faculty of Applied Sciences - International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICSUSL) (2019)

• Coordinator / Faculty of Applied Sciences – For the News Letter, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (2018)

• Vice President – Sabaragamuwa University Teacher’s Association (2018)

• Committee Member – Human Resource Development Committee, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (2018)

FST 12202 Biochemistry I

FST 21201 Biochemistry II

FST 21202 Food Chemistry

FST 21103 Biochemistry and Food Chemistry Practical

FST 31201 Food Analysis

FST 31102 Food Analysis Practical

FST 32201 Aquatic Food Processing Technology

FST 32204 Sugar and Confectionery Processing Technology

FST 41107 Food Processing Technology Practical

PST 32117 Food Technology