Department of Mathematics

Department of Mathematics Researchers Honored with Senate Awards

Another session of presenting Senate Awards and Cash Prizes to recognize and appreciate outstanding researchers at the University of Kelaniya was held on the 28th of May 2025 at the Senate Room of the university.

The event honored researchers whose scholarly work was published in internationally recognized journals. The Senate Awards and Cash Prizes were presented by Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya. The occasion was further graced by the presence of deans of faculties, heads of departments, and members of the Senate.

We are proud to announce that Dr. K. K. K. R. Perera and Ms. Madawala Liyanage Prasadi Anuruddhika from the Department of Mathematics received Senate Awards for their high-quality research publications in Scopus-indexed journals during the year 2025.

Congratulations to Dr. K. K. K. R. Perera and Ms. Madawala Liyanage Prasadi Anuruddhika on this well-deserved recognition.

Exploring Finance Beyond the Classroom: A Visit to the Colombo Stock Exchange

On May 22, 2025, students of the Department of Mathematics had the invaluable opportunity to visit the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) as part of a field trip organized under the course modules AMAT 31303 – Mathematics for Finance I and AMAT 41403 – Financial Mathematics.
This educational visit brought together Level 3 students enrolled in the module along with Level 4 honours degree students, providing a unique platform to bridge theoretical finance concepts with real-world applications.
During the visit, participants attended an insightful session introducing the operations of the CSE, stock market fundamentals, and trading mechanisms. The experience offered students a practical perspective on how mathematical concepts are utilized in financial markets.
The event was not only informative but also highly engaging, sparking great interest among the students. It was a remarkable learning experience and a successful initiative that strengthened the connection between academic knowledge and industry practices.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported and contributed to organizing this enriching visit and to the Colombo Stock Exchange for hosting and inspiring the next generation of finance professionals!

Personal Progress Development Program for Final-Year Mathematics Undergraduates

As part of its continued commitment to supporting the holistic development of students, the Department of Mathematics, University of Kelaniya, successfully conducted a series of personal development sessions in 2023 under the Personal Progress Development Program for Level 4 Honours Degree students in Mathematics. These sessions were designed to strengthen students’ personal and professional skills as they prepare to transition beyond university life.

The sessions featured several esteemed speakers who brought valuable perspectives from diverse fields. Prof. Sagarika Kannangara from the Department of Plant and Molecular Biology conducted a three-part series focusing on personality development through the Enneagram system and effective communication. Her engaging delivery encouraged students to reflect on their personality types and improve interpersonal skills through active participation.

Ms. M.K.A. Anoma Rathnayaka, Senior Lecturer and Head of the Department of Sport Science and Physical Education, shared practical strategies for building resilience, managing stress, and maintaining a proactive mindset, offering students a strong foundation for tackling future academic and career challenges.

Additionally, Dr. Rohana Ulluwishewa, a former Associate Professor at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Senior Lecturer at the University of Brunei Darussalam, and an internationally recognised scholar in sustainable development and spirituality, joined the session alongside Mr. Sameera Sudam Jayasinghe from Inspire Village, an institute focused on service learning and community engagement. Drawing on their diverse expertise, they shared thought-provoking insights that encouraged students to reflect on the importance of social responsibility, inner growth, and active participation in community development.

The Department of Mathematics extends its sincere appreciation to all the speakers for their time, expertise, and dedication in enriching the personal development journey of our undergraduates through these impactful sessions. We extend our warmest wishes for continued success in all their future endeavours and look forward to collaborating with them again in our upcoming events.

Visit of Associate Professor Adelaide Cerveira

We are delighted to welcome Associate Professor Adelaide Cerveira from the Department of Mathematics at the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro (UTAD), Portugal, for an academic visit. Professor Cerveira is an esteemed scholar whose expertise spans Operations Research and Statistics, with applications in various fields, including Forestry Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Management, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Tourism, Applied Mathematics, and Data Science. Her research focuses on combinatorial optimization and its applications, addressing critical challenges such as forest management, optimal wind farm design, hybrid renewable energy systems, production planning, routing optimization, and statistical analysis. She has led and contributed to numerous projects that bridge mathematics with real-world problems, making significant contributions to both academia and industry.

Visit Schedule

Pre-Conference Workshop on Applications of Optimization in Forest Management and Wind Farm Design
(8th April, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Faculty Board Room)
More details will be circulated by the Conference Committee.

Research Meeting
(9th April, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Faculty Board Room)

Lecture for Honors Degree Students on Applications of Linear Programming Problems and Software
Using Xpress Optimization and Excel
(9th April, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Department of Mathematics, Computer Laboratory, A7)

Mathematics Colloquium on Enhancing Wind Farm Design Through Efficient Cable Routing and Ditch Sharing
(11th April, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, SDC Auditorium, University of Kelaniya)

Research Meeting
(11th April, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Head Room, Mathematics Department)