Breaking Boundaries: UOC and NUS Scientists Collaborate on Modified Relaxin-3 Neuropeptides for Selective Anxiety and Depression Medications
Launching of the book “An Odyssey through a Century: The Story of the Faculty of Science
The book “An Odyssey through a Century: The Story of the Faculty of Science, University of Colombo”, documenting the 100-year history of Science education at the tertiary level in Sri Lanka, was conceived in 2021 as part of the centenary celebrations of the Faculty of Science. This book is the result of dedicated work involving […]
Professor Tilak Hettiarachchy Award for Academic Excellence – General Convocation 2022
Congratulations to Ms Shenali Avishka Ranasinghe from the Faculty of Science for her outstanding achievement in receiving the Open Awards – Professor Tilak Hettiarachchy Award for Academic Excellence at the General Convocation 2022. Ms Ranasinghe completed her Honours degree in Immunology and Integrative Molecular Biology with an impressive GPA of 3.98/4.00, earning her the gold […]
The Journey of the Music Society – Faculty of Science
Music is a universal language, capable of touching even the coldest of hearts and uniting people through its beauty. There are no barriers to enjoying music, regardless of who you are and where you come from. The undergraduates of the Faculty of Science are no exception to this. The Society was first established in 2016 […]
The Dean’s List Award Ceremony 2022/2023 – Faculty of Science
For the very first time in the long history of the Faculty of Science, The Dean’s List Award ceremony was held to recognize the high-achieving students in their academic performances. It was held on the 31st of August 2023 from 4.00 p.m. onwards at the Auditorium of the ILC building. This occasion was graced by […]
Book launch and the awards ceremony for the First Certificate in Ornithology course – FOGSL
A book launch and the awards ceremony for the First Certificate in Ornithology course, conducted by the Field Ornithology Group of Sri Lanka (FOGSL), was held on August 26, 2023, under the iconic Nuga tree in front of the Department of Zoology and Environmental Science. The Chief Guest of the event was Senior Professor (Chair) […]
Green Talk | “Sri Lanka’s potential for sustainable energy production”
On August 24th, 2023 the Center for Environmental Initiatives (CEI) hosted another enlightening episode of “Green Talk” on the 5th floor of the Information and Learning Centre of the Faculty of Science. Mr Harsha Wickramasinghe, the Deputy Director General (DSM) of the Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority, graced the occasion as the guest speaker. The […]
Thirty outstanding range officers were awarded the Diploma in Wildlife Management
The Awards Ceremony of the Diploma in Wildlife Management 2022 was held on the 11th of July 2023 at the Faculty of Graduate Studies Auditorium. Thirty Range Officers of the Department of Wildlife Conservation who successfully completed the programme received the Diploma on this occasion. The Chief Guest for the event was Professor Siril WIjesundara, […]
Faculty of Management & Finance Emerges as Inter-Faculty Overall Champions 2023
The Awarding Ceremony of the Inter-Faculty Championship celebrated the remarkable achievements of undergraduate sportsmen and sportswomen from the university. For this year’s ceremony, 400 talented students were recognized for their exceptional performances at the Inter-University Championships, as well as at the national and international levels in 2022. The Inter-University Championships showcased a diverse range of […]
Asian Scientist 100 List Features University of Colombo’s Exceptional Researchers
Faculty of Science Welcomes Over 600 New Students for the 2021/2022 Intake
The inaugural ceremony for the 2021/2022 intake of the Faculty of Science was held on May 29th, 2023, at the New Arts Theatre. The event marked the beginning of a new academic year for over 600 new undergraduate students joining the faculty. The ceremony was graced by the Chief Guest, Senior Professor (Chair) HD Karunaratne, […]
Gold Medals Shine at the Sixth Award Ceremony & External Degree Convocation 2022
The University of Colombo proudly hosted its sixth Award Ceremony & External Degree Convocation on the 27th of May 2023 at the New Arts Theater, under the patronage of the the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne. This grand occasion witnessed the participation of distinguished individuals, including the Dean of the Faculty of […]
NLDSB Delegation Visits Science Library for Technological Insights
Inauguration of the Zoological Museum: A treasure trove of natural history artifacts
The 18th of May 2023, International Museum Day, was a special day for the Department of Zoology and Environment Sciences, as it marked the inauguration of the Zoological Museum. Comprising a wealth of natural history specimens collected over a century, the Zoological Museum of the University of Colombo is no doubt one of its kind […]
Academic Annual Planning Workshop 2023 – Faculty of Science
Awareness program on First Aid techniques – Faculty of Science
An awareness program “SAVE A LIFE – First Aid Saves Lives” was organized by the Non-Academic Staff Development Committee (NA-SDC) on March 9th, 2023, at the Interactive Learning Center. The program aimed to equip participants with vital first-aid techniques that can be utilized during emergency situations. The program was led by officers from the University […]
