Restoring essential education infrastructure after Cyclone Ditwah
For the first time in the 75-year history of the University of Peradeniya, Cyclone Ditwah caused a major flood event. The cyclone fully inundated the teaching and soil microbiology laboratories of the Department of Soil Science, including a culture collection of beneficial soil microorganisms, island-wide soil collection, laboratory equipment and consumables. This facility was heavily used to train more than 800 undergraduates annually. The safety assessment revealed that the building is no longer usable thus urgent reconstruction is recommended. We are in the process of recovering the damage, which accounts for 104 million rupees. The department is receiving financial and other support from the alumni and other well-wishers.
Instruments we received
Laminar Flow
Donated by: Saga University, Japan (Rs. 1 Million)
Coordinated by: Dr. Saliya De Silva
Autoclave
Donated by: University of Peradeniya Alumni Association- USA (USD 5000)
Coordinated by: Dr. Dammi Rupasanghe, Secretary, UPAA-USA
Stereo Microscope
Donated by: Peradeniya Alumni 88/ 89 batch (Rs. 259,600)
Coordinated by: Mr. Bodinayake
Binocular Microscope
Donated by:
Saga University of Japan and Alumni Association of Dept. of Soil Science
Microwave Oven
Donated by: Peradeniya Alumni 88/ 89 batch
Coordinated by: Mr. Bodinayake
Two Vortex Mixtures
Donated by: Peradeniya Alumni 2004/05 batch (Rs. 167,088)
Coordinated by: Dr. D.N. Vidana Gamage
Analytical Balance and Vortex Mixture
Donated by: Alumni Association of University of Peradeniya Ottawa Chapter, Canada. (Rs. 319,620)
Coordinated by: Dr. Niroshan Thanthrige and Ms. Dinusha Chathurangi
pH Meter
Donated by: Alumni Association of University of Peradeniya Ottawa Chapter, Canada. (Rs. 623,727)
Coordinated by: Dr. Niroshan Thanthrige and Ms. Dinusha Chathurangi
Gratitude for Generous Contributions
We extend our sincere gratitude to all donors for their invaluable contributions of scientific instruments and financial support.
These generous donations are instrumental in restoring the facilities of the Department of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture,
University of Peradeniya, which were significantly impacted by recent flooding. Your support will enable us to rebuild our
educational and research capacity, ensuring the continuation of high-quality soil science education and research initiatives
that are critical to agricultural development in Sri Lanka. We deeply appreciate the trust you have placed in our department,
and we commit to utilizing these contributions to advance our mission of fostering academic excellence and sustainable agricultural practices.
The List of Instruments We Received
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