9th International Conference on Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Traditional Medicine and Triphala International Research Symposium AyurEx Colombo 2023
The International Conference on Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Traditional Medicine (iCAUST 2023) and the ‘Triphala’ International Research Symposium took place as a hybrid conference from September 8th to 10th, 2023, at BMICH. Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, the Vice-Chancellor, University graced the event as the Chief Guest. Professor Pathirage Kamal Perera, Dean of the Faculty […]
FIM Signs an MOU with Karunakarala Ayurveda Resort
An MOU was signed between the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine and the Japan-based Karunakarala Ayurveda Resort to provide internship training for Ayurveda students at the University of Colombo, collaborate on research, initiate training and extension programs related to Indigenous Medicine in Sri Lanka and Japan. The Vice-Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, and the CEO […]
Book Launch: HPTLC Profiles of selected indigenous plants grown in the Western Province of Sri Lanka
The book ‘HPTLC Profiles of selected indigenous plants grown in the Western Province of Sri Lanka‘ was launched at the College House premises in the presence of the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne on 31st July 2023. This book was authored by Professor S.D. Hapuarachchi, Dr N.D. Kodithuwakku, Professor P. K. Perera, Ms […]
Faculty of Indigenous Medicine Hosts a Logo Designing Competition
The Faculty of Indigenous Medicine recently organized a Logo Designing competition for undergraduates at the faculty. The purpose of the competition was to select the official logo for the proposed Unit of Research and Development of Natural Products. During the event held on July 31, 2023, at the Senate Hall, College House, the winners of […]
FIM Enrolls 185 Students in BAMS and BUMS Programs for the academic year 2021/2022
The inauguration of the orientation program for the 1st batch of BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery) and BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) of the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine was ceremonially held at the Faculty premises on 1st June 2023 for the academic year 2021/2022. A total of 185 students have been […]
FIM Welcomes New Lecture Theatre to Enhance Learning Experience
The Inauguration Ceremony of the New Lecture Theatre at the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine took place on Wednesday, May 24th, 2023. The Lecture Theatre represents Stage I of the new building of the Faculty, which was funded by the AHEAD project grant. The event was graced by the presence of the Chief Guest Senior Professor […]
Inauguration Ceremony of the Postgraduate and Mid-Career Development Unit – Faculty of Indigenous Medicine
The Faculty of Indigenous Medicine proudly inaugurated the Postgraduate and Mid-Career Development Unit along with its first postgraduate program, the “Postgraduate Diploma in Indigenous Orthopedic Treatment” on the 20th of May 2023. The event took place at the Faculty premises and was graced by the Chief Guest Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, Vice-Chancellor of the […]
Technology transfer bringing revenue stream to the University of Colombo
University of Colombo and the University of Sri Jayewardenepura researchers collaborated tirelessly for several years to achieve 14 objectives related to the new research-based frugal innovation called the “Sudarshana Suspension”. Their work ensured that the medicine met and exceeded drug safety and efficacy standards. The research team comprised of Dr W.A.S. Saroja Weerakoon and Professor […]
Establishment of Faculty of Indigenous Medicine
University of Colombo proudly announces the establishment of its newest Faculty, the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, through Gazette Extraordinary No 2319/22 on Wednesday, February 13, 2023. This marks a significant milestone in the history of the institution as the 10th Faculty. The Faculty of Indigenous Medicine will consist of six new departments, each focusing on […]
UOC signs an MoU with the Japan Association for the Promotion of Ayurveda (JAPA)
The Opening Ceremony of Professorial Unit of the Institute of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo, National Ayurveda Teaching Hospital
The opening ceremony of the Professorial Unit of the Institute of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo was held on 15th of June 2022 at the National Ayurveda Teaching Hospital, Borella with the participation of the Vice chancellor of the University of Colombo, Senior Professor (Chair) H. D. Karunaratne, Dr. Dhammika Abegunawardena, The Commissioner of Ayurveda, […]
Orientation Programme 2018/2019 – Institute of Indigenous Medicine
The Orientation Programme for the year 2018/2019 batch in the Institute of Indigenous Medicine was held on 5th August 2019 at the IIM main auditorium. The Ceremony took place with the presence of the Vice-Chancellor Senior Professor Chandrika N Wijeyaratne as the chief guest, The Director IIM Professor Priyani A Paranagama and the staff members […]
Ayurveda Premier League (APL)
Ayurveda Premier League (APL) organized by the Sports sub-committee of Institute of Indigenous Medicine was held on 11th of July 2019 at the Main playground of the Institute.
ICAUST 2018
The 6th International Conference on Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha & Traditional Medicine 2018 (ICAUST 2018) – “Ayurveda towards Global Wellness” was held on 7th – 9th of December 2018 at the Institute of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo. The Keynote Speakers were Professor Kamal Nayan Dwivedi, Head Department of Dravyaguna, Faculty of Ayurveda, IMS, BHU, Varanasi, […]
IIM Established a herbal garden collaboration with the IARS
Department of Dravyaguna Vignana of Institute of Indigenous Medicine Established a herbal garden collaboration with the Institute for Agro-technology & Rural Sciences of the University of Colombo on 6th November 2018 at Weligatta New Town in Hambanthota District. Staff members of the department with the director of the institute and students participated in this event […]
Workshop on Blended Learning for Education
Workshop on Blended Learning for Education organized by Dr. Y S G Wimalasiri, Coordinator of the Learning management system, Institute of Indigenous Medicine was held on 09th and 12th October 2018 from 9.30 am to 12.30pm at the Information Technology Lab, IIM. Mr. W D Nilantha Prasad, Senior Lecturer Department of Information Technology, Faculty of […]
