Advancing Mycological Research in Sri Lanka, powered by the Tropical Microbiology Research Foundation, is conducted in collaboration with the Department of Bioprocess Technology, Faculty of Technology, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, the Department of Plant Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, and the National Institute of Fundamental Studies (NIFS). This initiative serves as a governing platform for mycological studies in Sri Lanka, focusing on fungi from aquatic, terrestrial, and extreme ecosystems. Our mission is to inspire and train young scientists and passionate mycologists who are deeply committed to the exploration, conservation, and appreciation of nature.
Our Team
Madhara K. Wimalasena
Research Student
Madhara K. Wimalasena holds a B.Sc. (Honours) degree in Agricultural Resource Management and Technology, specializing in Agricultural Biology, from the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, and a Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in Physical & Natural Sciences, with a focus on mycology, from the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. A young and dynamic researcher, she leads a freshwater fungal…
Ranjith K Udayashantha
Research Assistant
Beyond her research achievements, Madhara actively contributes to the taxonomic documentation of Sri Lanka’s fungal diversity, including the development of comprehensive fungal checklists and the conservation of fungal strains in culture collections. She collaborates with national and international mycologists, fostering scientific exchange and joint studies. Committed to capacity building, she mentors young researchers and research assistants, sharing her expertise in fungal morphological and molecular identification,…