Dr. Tibutius Thanesh, postdoctoral scientist, recently appeared in a national television (Nethra) interview to discuss the establishment of the Allergy Immunology and Cell Biology Unit (AICBU). He highlighted the unit’s significant contributions to infectious disease research, particularly focusing on dengue, influenza, and COVID-19. He also emphasized the societal benefits derived from AICBU’s research findings. Additionally, he informed viewers about the postgraduate courses offered by AICBU and detailed the unit’s allergy...Read More
The event enabled an opportunity to explore the latest in genomic sequencing and analysis, with participants analyzing dengue and influenza data. Key sessions covered sequencing workflows for dengue and influenza, emerging infectious diseases, and whole microbiome characterization. Interactive Q&A sessions and hands-on activities provided attendees with practical bioinformatics skills and a deeper understanding of the field.Read More
The President, Hon. Ranil Wickremesinghe, stated on November 13th 2023, that the Department of Allergy and Immunology, University of Sri Jayawardenepura will be upgraded as the National Institute of Allergy and Immunology. For this purpose, Rs. 40 million will be allocated for the next year as per the work plan to develop laboratories and other required facilities.Read More
Professor Aravinda provided invaluable mentorship to PhD students, offering them guidance, support, and expertise to navigate the complexities of their research projects, along with Professor Neelika Malavige. Under this mentorship, PhD students benefit from personalized attention, constructive feedback, and opportunities for professional and academic growth, fostering a collaborative and enriching learning environment.Read More
