Research

Research is an integral component in undergraduate and postgraduate education which helps improve cognitive, oral, and written communication skills. In addition, technology research should play an imperative role in generating an interface between academia and industry. We conduct highly diverse research, covering a broad spectrum of areas, including agriculture, environment, food, health, and energy. Our research program is innovative, interdisciplinary, collaborative and industry-focused by nature. Academic staff, visiting scholars, researchers from industry, postdoctoral scholars, and graduate and undergraduate students extensively engage in the Department research program. BST Department is committed to exploring sustainable solutions for numerous issues facing humanity.

ELEVATOR is a research and innovation magazine published by the Department of Biosystems Technology at the Faculty of Technology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura in Sri Lanka. This magazine serves as a platform to bridge the gap between academia and the wider community by showcasing cutting-edge research, emerging industrial trends, and groundbreaking innovations.

ELEVATOR highlights undergraduate and postgraduate research driven by industry, showcasing the creativity and analytical skills that students in the Department of Biosystems Technology apply to real-world challenges. The magazine focuses on promoting sustainable, environmentally friendly research and innovations in Biosystems Technology across various fields. Whether you are a student, industry professional, policymaker, or simply someone with a curious mind, ELEVATOR is designed to inspire, inform, and ignite a passion for innovation.

Prof. K.G.L.R. Jayathunge
Prof. Nilushi Nugara
Prof. Rohan S. Dassanayake
Prof. Lanka Undugoda
Prof. Danushika Manatunga
Prof. Asanka Sanjeewa
Prof. W.P. Kaushalya M. Abeysekara
Dr. D.J. Jayasanka
Dr. Amali Alahakoon
Dr. (Eng.) Pasan Chinthana Bandara
Dr. Sumudu Mapa
Dr. Ruvini Abhayapala
Dr. Pradeep Gajanayake
Dr. Sankalya Ambagaspitiya
Dr. G. M. P. Kumara
Dr. H.K.B.S. Chamara
Dr. Rumesh Liyanage
Dr. (Mrs.) U. Kumarasinghe
Dr. Chathuri Senanayake