Academic and Professional Qualifications
EDUCATION
- M.Phil. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, (Reading), Postgraduate Institute of Science, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
- B.Sc. Animal Science and Fisheries, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya (2021)
- Diploma in Food Quality Management, Sri Lanka Standard Institute (SLSI) (2021)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing, Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) (2021)
- Diploma in Human Resource Management, Ministry of National Policies and Economic Affairs National Youth Service Council, Sri Lanka (2020)
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Graduated temporary research assistant, Agricultural Biotechnology Centre, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya (From 2021)
- Implant training at the Agricultural Biotechnology Center, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya (2021)
- Lab Assistant, work-ware Company, Biyagama export processing zone (2015 to 2016)
PUBLICATIONS
- Rajapaksha, G.D.S.P., Gunathilake, P.M.P.C., Nirooparaj, B., Vidanarachchi, J.K., Jayawardana, B.C., De Croose, M.D.S.T., Wijesekara, I. and Bandaranayake, P.C.G., 2024. Comparative Analysis of Green and Brown Morphotypes of Kappaphycus alvarezii Doty (Doty): Morphology, Total Phenol Content, Antioxidant Activity and Antimicrobial Activity. Tropical Agricultural Research, 35(1).
- Rajapaksha, G.D.S.P., Gunathilake, P.M.P.C., Vidanarachchi, J.K., Jayawardana, B.C., Nirooparaj, B., De Croos, M.D.S.T., and Bandaranayake, P.C.G., 2025. Effect of Growing Environment on the Quality and Quantity of Kappaphycus alvarezii (Doty) Doty Yield. Tropical Agricultural Research, 36(2).
- I.N.S. Dewapriya, G.D.S.P. Rajapaksha, W.A.P. Weerakkody, A.U. Bandaranayake and P.C.G. Bandaranayake., 2024. Effect of Grow Media on Growth, Yield and Quality of Different Tomato Varieties (Solanum lycopersicum L.) Under IoT-Driven Greenhouse Conditions. Proceedings of the 12th YSF Symposium, 2024.
- G.D.S.P. Rajapaksha, H.A.B.M. Hathurusinghe, P. Weththasinghe, M. Kodituwakku, B.C. Jayawardana, P.C.G. Bandaranayake, Optimization of a PCR Based Method for the Identification of Cattle and Buffalo Meat, Journal of Agricultural Sciences (Submitted).
- G.D.S.P. Rajapaksha, A.H.A.T. Ariyarathna, P.M.P.C. Gunathilake, J.K. Vidanarachchi, B.C. Jayawardana, B. Nirooparaj, M.D.S.T. De Croos, P.C.G. Bandaranayake. Development of a Cultivation and Harvest Strategy for Kappaphycus alvarezii: Evaluation of Growth, Morphotypes, Carrageenan Yield, Gel Strength, and Chemical Properties Using Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy. Journal of Applied Phycology (Under review).
- Rajapaksha G.D.S.P., Jayawardena B.C., Bandaranayake P.C.G., Kodithuwakku M., Hathurusinghe H.A.B.M. and Weththasinghe P., Beef Adulteration in Kandy Municipal Council (KMC) Area: PCR Assay and Morphological Identification. Proceedings of the Faculty of Agriculture Undergraduate Research Symposium, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 2020.
- Adhikari A.M.D.M., Rajapaksha G.D.S.P., Vidanarachchi J.K., Bandaranayake P.C.G., Do Different Carrageenan Extraction Methods Influence on the Carrageenan Yield, Carrageenan Fraction and Gel Strength of a Marine Red Seaweed, Kappaphycus alvarezii (Elkhorn Sea Moss or Doty)? Proceedings of the Faculty of Agriculture Undergraduate Research Symposium, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 2023.
- P.C.G. Bandaranayake, G.D.S.P. Rajapaksha, P.M.P.C. Gunathilake, J.K. Vidanarachchi, B.C. Jayawardena, M. D. S. T. De Croos, Isuru Wijesekara, B. Nirooparaj, Effect of Agronomic Practices on growth, yield, and related gene expression of Kappaphycus alvarezii Doty (Doty). Peradeniya University Research Excellence Showcase (PURSE) 2022.
- G.D.S.P. Rajapaksha, I.N.S. Dewapriya and P.C.G. Bandaranayake., 2024. An Alternative Gelling Agent for Plant Tissue Culture. Peradeniya University International Research Sessions and Exposition (iPURSE), 2024.
- P.C.G. Bandaranayake, G.D.S.P. Rajapaksha, P.M.P.C. Gunathilake, J.K. Vidanarachchi, B.C. Jayawardana. B. Nirooparaj, M.D.S.T. De Croos, Isuru Wijesekara, Exploring Seaweed Cultivation Opportunities in Sri Lanka: Mannar to Jaffna. Peradeniya University International Research Sessions and Exposition (iPURSE), 2024.
Other scientific communication
- Research brief in English language: Sri Lanka's Seaweed Potential: A Growing Industry Hanthana Essence, Volume 4, Issue 01, November 2024.
- Research brief in English language: The hidden wonder of seaweed colour; Hanthana Essence, Volume 3, Issue 01, November 2023.
- Research brief in Sinhala language: Does Sri Lanka have adhered to the law of beef production; Hanthana Blossoms, Volume 5, Issue 01, August 2021.
ACADEMIC DISTINCTIONS & AWARDS
- Award for overall best presentation at the 35th annual congress, postgraduate institute of agriculture, University of Peradeniya, 2023.
- Award for best oral presentation in the session of food and feed at the 5th annual congress, postgraduate institute of agriculture, University of Peradeniya, 2023.
- Award for best oral presentation in the session of agronomic interventions for sustainable agriculture at the 36th annual congress, postgraduate institute of agriculture, University of Peradeniya, 2024.
- Award for first runner-up in the Hanthana Essence PGIA Congress in Brief at the thirty fifth annual congress, postgraduate institute of agriculture, University of Peradeniya, 2023.
- Dean’s List Scholar of B.Sc Honours in Animal Science and Fisheries Degree, in recognition of first class GPA in the 2nd Year 1st Semester Examination 2018/19 Academic Year.
- Dean’s List Scholar of B.Sc Honours in Animal Science and Fisheries Degree, in recognition of first class GPA in the 4th Year 1st Semester Examination 2019/20 Academic Year.
