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PERSONAL INFORMATION Viraji Bandara Warnasooriya

Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of , Peradeniya, 20400 () 0772123266

[email protected]

Sex Female | Nationality Sri Lankan

PERSONAL STATEMENT I entered to the University of Peradeniya in year 2013 and completed Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Fisheries with a Second Class (Upper) Division. In 2017 I joined the Department of Animal Science, University of Peradeniya as a Temporary Lecturer and in 2018 became a Lecturer (Probationary) at the Department of Animal Science in the field of Forage Science.

WORK EXPERIENCE

10/10/2018–Present Lecturer (Probationary) Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya (Sri Lanka) Conducting theory and practical classes pertaining to the Forage Resources and Production, Forage Conservation, Animal Nutrition, Integrated Animal Production, Farming Systems, Animal Quarantine and Bio-Security, Livestock and Fish Legislation, handling of field visits related to Forage Science, working as an examiner, tutor. Conducting laboratory and field experiments.

01/01/2017–28/02/2018 Lecturer (Temporary) Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya (Sri Lanka) -To demonstrate use of practical equipment, experiments, exercises, techniques and processes that may form an element for the Animal Science and Fisheries degree program. -Conduct tutorial classes

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

21/04/2018–Present MSc. in Animal Science (Reading) Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya (Sri Lanka) Followed Endocrinology of Farm Animals, Mono-gastric Nutrition, Proposal Formulation and Scientific Writing, Quantitative and Molecular Genetics of Animal, Ruminant Nutrition, Ruminant Animal Production

29/04/2013–19/12/2013 BSc. Animal Science and Fisheries Faculty of Agriculture, University of peradeniya, Peradeniya (Sri Lanka)

Successfully completed a course on Basic Techniques in Molecular Biology Agricultural Biotechnology Center, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya (Sri Lanka)

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Publications Full papers: Dharmasena, V. A. K. I., Jayawardana, B. C., Liyanage, R., Warnasooriya, V. B., & Thotawattage, G. H. (2019). Black and green tea ( Camellia sinensis L.) extracts as natural antioxidants in uncured pork sausages. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation. https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.13870 In Abstracts: Hegodaarachchi, S.Y., Jayawardane, B.C., Warnasooriya, S.G.V.B., & Liyanage, R. (2018). The Use of Mee Oil (Madhuca longifolia) as a Fat Replacer and ItsEffect on Physiochemical and Sensory Characteristics of Pork Sausages. Proceedings of the Faculty of Agriculture Undergraduate Research Symposium, 21st February, 2019 (pp. 68). University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.

Nikapitiya, C., Dannanjaya, S.H., Chandrarathna, H.P.S.U., Warnasooriya, S.G.V.B., De Zoysa, M., & lee, J. (2018). Oral Vaccination of DNA Encapsulated Chitosan Nanoparticles Enhances the Transcriptional Responses of IFN and IFNstimulatory Genes in Zebrafish. Proceeding of 5th Ruhuna International Science and Technology Conference (pp. 109). , Matara, Sri Lanka.

Kumara, R.M.E.P., Kumara Mahipala, M.B.P., Weerasinghe, W.M.P.B., Bandara, G.M.P.J., & Warnasooriya, S.G.V.B. (2018). Assessment of Growth, Yield and Nutritive Value of Hybrid Fodder Maize (Zea mays L.) and Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) in Mid-country Wet-zone and Mid –country Intermediate –zone, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of Faculty of Agriculture Undergraduate Research Symposium (pp.07). University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.

Sumanasiri, T.M.D.S., Kumara Mahipala, M.B,P., Weerasinghe, W.M.P.B., Bandara, G.M.P.J., & Warnasooriya, S.G.V.B. (2018). Investigation of Growth, Yield & Nutritive Value of Hybrid Fodder Millet (Pennisetum sp.) & Purple Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) in Mid-country Wet-zone and Mid – country Intermediate –zone, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of Faculty of Agriculture Undergraduate Research Symposium (pp.56). University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.

Dodantenna, A.N., Karunarathna, A.K., Warnasooriya, S.G.V.B., & Jayawaradana, B.C. (2018). Design, Development and Evaluation of a Two Layer Prototype Biofilter for Ammonia Filtration in Broiler Farms. Proceeding of Faculty of Agriculture Undergraduate Research Symposium (pp. 83). University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.

Jayawardana, B.C., Warnsooriya, S.G.V.B., Vidanarachchi, J.K., Madumali, I., & Lalantha, N. (2018). Quality of Reduced-fat Chicken Sausages with Added Hydrated Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) Flour. Proceedings of Wayamba International Conference (pp.270). Wayamba .

Jayawardana, B.C., Warnsooriya, S.G.V.B., Nanayakkara, D., & Lalantha, N. (2018). Partial Salt Replacement of Chicken Sausages by Combination of Potassium Lactate and Calcium Ascorbate. Proceedings of Wayamba International Conference (pp. 261). Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.

Kumara Mahipala, M.B.P., Warnasooriya, S.G.V.B., Weerasinghe, W.M.P.B., Kumara, R.M.E.P., & Sumanasiri, T.M.D.S. (2018). Assessment of Yield and Nutritive Value of Hybrid Fodder Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor), Maize (Zea mays L.) and, Millet (Pennisetum sp.) in Mid Country Wet-zone and Mid Country Intermediate-zone in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of Wayamba International Conference (pp. 361). Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.

Jayawardana, B.C., Warnasooriya, S.G.V.B., Vithanage, M., Vishvanathan, R., Thilakarathna, H.M.E., Jayawardana, B.M.Y.B. & Liyanage, N.L.B.R. (2017). Nutritional and Bio-active Properties of Selected Marine Macro-algae Species in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Food Security and the Roles of Fisheries (pp. 464). BEXCO, Busan, Rep. of Korea.

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Warnasooriya, S.G.V.B., Jayawardana, B.C., Liyanage, N.L.B.R. & Nirooparaj, B. (2017). Investigation of Nutritional and Bio-active Properties of Selected Sri Lankan Marine Macro-algae. Conference Programme & Book of Abstracts (pp.53). University of Putra , Malaysia.

Awards/Scholarships/Fellowships Aquatic Resource Development Project Scholarship for the Best Performance in Aquatic Resources Received Management – on the results of the final examination in Animal Science and Fisheries Degree – ASF 2011/12 Batch, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya.

Other Responsibilities -Secretory, Food and Refreshment Committee, Peradeniya University International Research Session (iPURSE) 2019 -Assistant Secretory, Alumni Association of Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, 2019 -Executive member, Sri Lanka Assiciation of Animal Production, 2018-2019 -Executive Member of E-Learning committee, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, 2019

Professional Activities -Coordinator of the workshop for "Resume writing, facing interviews and transitioning to a new job as a graduate in the competitive job market" for the third year undergraduates of Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, 2019 -Resource person for the study abroad international program offered to Sultan Qaboos University, Oman,2019 -Resource person for training program for Agriculture Diploma students, Aquinas College of Higher Studies, , 2017 -Departmental coordinator in the study abroad international program offered to Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, 2017

Community Service -Resource person at the workshop for GCE Advanced Level students of pinnawala Central College, Kegalle, 2017 -Resource person at the workshop for GCE Advanced Level students of Hillwood Girls' College, Kandy, 2017 -Resource person at the workshop for GCE Advanced Level students of Uduwela Central College, Kandy, 2017 -Resource person at Colombo Seafood Festival, 2017

References Prof. M.P.B. Wijayagunawardane Prof. B.C. Jayawardana Department of Animal Science Department of Animal Science Faculty of Agriculture Faculty of Agriculture University of Peradeniya University of Peradeniya Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Tel No:+ 94-777764317 Tel No: + 94-718585388 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]

I hereby declare that all the particulars stated above are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Viraji Bandara Warnasooriya

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