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Jul
28

No. 1 among Sri Lankan Universities in the Webometrics Ranking – New edition: July 2021

The University of Colombo is pleased to announce that we have retained the top position among Sri Lankan Universities in the July 2021 edition of Webometrics Ranking. This classifies university visibility, transparency and indicators of excellence, which illustrates the teaching commitment, research results, the perceived international prestige and links with the community, industrial and economic [...]
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Jun
02

THE Asia University Rankings 2021

On 2nd June 2021, the University of Colombo was ranked 301-350 among 551 Universities in Asia by Times Higher Education World University Ranking Asia Category. Reaching this higher position in the league table during the year 2021, reflects cohesive dedication and commitment of a large group of stakeholders. This upscaled ranking, of the only metropolitan [...]
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Apr
30

No. 1 among Sri Lankan Universities in the SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR) 2021

The University of Colombo is pleased to announce that it has retained its top position among Sri Lankan Universities in the SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR) 2021. This is a classification of academic and research-related institutions ranked by a composite indicator that combines three different sets of indicators based on research performance, innovation outputs, and societal […]

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Feb
03

No. 1 among Sri Lankan Universities in the Webometrics Ranking 2021 – Edition: January 2021

The University of Colombo is pleased to announce that it has retained its top position among Sri Lankan Universities in the First edition of Webometrics Ranking 2021. This is a classification of universities' visibility, transparency, and excellence indicators which illustrates the teaching commitment, the research results, the perceived international prestige, the links with the community, [...]
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Dec
08

UI GreenMetric Award 2020

The University of Colombo has been ranked the fourth place in the UI GreenMetric Award 2020 among the Sri Lankan Universities. The University applied for this award at the first time through the Center for Environmental Initiatives under the supervision of Prof. Erandathie Lokupitiya, the Director CEI. The Center for Environmental initiatives (CEI) of University [...]
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Dec
06

Development of a genetic barcode for surveillance and malaria parasite tracking in Sri Lanka

Parasitic Diseases Research Unit, Department of Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo in collaboration with the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, Cambridge, USA Sri Lanka was certified as a malaria-free nation in 2016, but imported malaria cases continue with a persistent risk of re-emergence of the disease in the country Genetic information of [...]
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Nov
29

No. 1 among Sri Lankan Universities in the SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR) 2020

The University of Colombo is pleased to announce that it has retained its top position among Sri Lankan Universities in the SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR) 2020. This is a classification of academic and research-related institutions ranked by a composite indicator that combines three different sets of indicators based on research performance, innovation outputs and societal […]

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Oct
28

University of Colombo ranks in the THE Subject ranking 2021

The University of Colombo has reached a higher ranking in the World University Ranking systems during the year 2020. This reflects improved quality of learning and teaching methods, enhanced research and development entwined with innovation and commercialization, constant monitoring and evaluation of the administration, and the commitment & dedication of all members of staff of […]

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Jul
31

No. 1 among Sri Lankan Universities in the Webometrics Ranking 2020

The University of Colombo is pleased to announce that it has placed first among Sri Lankan Universities in the Webometrics Ranking July 2020. MESSAGE FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR   Dear members of staff and students, The University of Colombo is pleased to announce that it has placed first among Sri Lankan Universities in the Webometrics Ranking […]

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Oct
09

Determination of effects of venom on renal function using in vivo and in vitro models

Determination of effects of venom of Russell’s viper (Vipera russelli pulchella), cobra (Naja naja) and hump-nosed viper (Hypnale hypnale) on renal function using in vivo and in vitro models. Animal models such as rats and rabbits were used to study the pathophysiology of renal effects of venoms using isolated rabbit kidney models kidney slice models […]

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Dec
07

University of Colombo achieves top ranking, BRICS & Emerging Economies 2017

On 30th November 2016, the University of Colombo was ranked among the top 300 in the prestigious Times Higher Education BRICS & Emerging Economics Rankings 2017. The inclusion of the University of Colombo in the BRICS & Emerging Economies ranking is a significant achievement, as it indicates the University’s ranking as one of the top […]

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Oct
10

University of Colombo has become a World-Class University!

University of Colombo has been placed within the top 980 Universities in the World by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-2017. World University Rankings 2016-2017 The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-2017 list the 980 top universities in the world, making it the biggest international league table to date. It is the only global […]

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Aug
08

World University Web Ranking – July 2016

According to recent (July 2016) Webometric ranking, University of Colombo continues its position as number one university in Sri Lanka. Most importantly, it has improved 146 positions from January 2016 rank and with this improvement, University of Colombo has now become the only university in Sri Lanka which is seen within the top 2000 universities […]

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