24-Aug-2026
The Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, proudly celebrates the exceptional accomplishments of our academic staff members recognized at the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions (iPURSE) 2026. This premier multidisciplinary research symposium serves as a vital platform for scholarly excellence, and our faculty members have once again demonstrated their commitment to advancing global knowledge, innovation, and high-impact research.
During the prestigious award ceremony, several of our distinguished researchers were honored across multiple high-tier categories:
Outstanding Scholars (Q1 Journal Publications): Recognizing researche
rs who have served as corresponding authors for scholarly articles published in top-tier, internationally recognized Q1 academic journals.
Research Excellence Awards (Tier 4): Conferred upon permanent academic staff members who have maintained exceptionally high H-index values, reflecting their sustained citation impact and research influence.
URC Research Awards: Awarded to outstanding researchers for their exceptional research outputs, patents, and competitive grants secured over the past year.
We extend our warmest congratulations to all the award recipients for their relentless dedication to academic excellence. Their hard work not only elevates the research profile of the Faculty of Agriculture but also brings immense pride to the University of Peradeniya as a whole.