Vice Chancellor’s Awards and
Academic Sessions 2026
"Knowledge, Innovation, and Resilience: Towards Sustainable Futures through Technology"
Hosted by the Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Hapugala, Galle
4th March 2026
Vice Chancellor’s Awards and Academic Sessions 2026
The Vice Chancellor’s Awards and Academic Sessions 2026 will be held on
4th March 2026, at the Faculty of Engineering, University of
Ruhuna, Hapugala, Galle.
This prestigious annual event brings together the entire community of the
University of Ruhuna, encompassing
Academic staff, Academic support staff, Administrative and Non-Academic
personnel, as well as
Postgraduate students, to share new ideas, highlight research
achievements, and
celebrate academic excellence across all disciplines.
The Organizing Committee cordially invites all members of the community
of the University of Ruhuna to
contribute their original research by submitting abstracts
along with extended abstracts,
and to actively participate in this distinguished forum dedicated to
scholarly dialogue and knowledge dissemination.
All accepted abstract submissions will be published in the
official proceedings,
highlighting the University’s vibrant research culture and its
dedication to innovation and academic excellence.
We warmly invite you to join us in Galle for a day of
collaboration, inspiration,
and celebration of the outstanding contributions made by the
University of Ruhuna community.
Key Dates
Mark your calendars. Here are the crucial deadlines for the Academic Sessions 2026.
Calling for Abstracts
August 30
2025
Deadline for Abstract Submissions
October 30
2025
Notification of Acceptance
December 7
2025
Final Submission of Abstracts
December 15
2025
Calling for Oration
August 30
2025
Deadline for Submission of Oration
December 15
2025
Vice Chancellor’s Awards and Academic Sessions Ceremony
March 4
2026
Session Themes
Research areas for academic paper submissions
Agriculture, Environment and Biological Sciences
Sustainable ecosystems and life sciences
Education, Humanities and Social Sciences
Learning, culture, and society research
Computer Science and Information Technology
Digital innovation and computing
Engineering, Technology and Applied Sciences
Innovation and technological advancement
Economics, Finance & Management
Business strategy and economic analysis
Human Health, Pharmaceuticals and Medicine
Healthcare and medical sciences
Pure Sciences, Mathematics & Statistics
Fundamental scientific research
Guidelines & Resources
Access all necessary documents, templates, and guidelines for your submission.
VC Awards Scheme
Vice Chancellor's Awards details
Keynote Speaker
Distinguished speaker sharing insights and expertise.
Senior Prof. Ananda Jayawardane
Faculty of Engineering, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Senior Prof. Ananda Jayawardane is a distinguished academic at the University of Moratuwa with extensive experience and expertise in corporate governance across both public institutions and private corporations. His professional contributions span the fields of banking, finance, strategic management, education leadership, institutional development, and policy-making in education, science, and technology. He has also made significant contributions to entrepreneurship and has a strong academic record in teaching and research, particularly in the areas of planning, project management, technology management, technology transfer, and negotiation. He previously served as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Moratuwa, providing visionary leadership that strengthened the institution’s role in higher education and research.
Advisory Board
Senior Prof. P.A. Jayantha
Vice Chancellor
University of Ruhuna
Prof. Chaminda Karunasena
Dean, Faculty of Engineering
University of Ruhuna
Organizing Committee
Faculty Representatives
Conference Archives
Explore the proceedings and highlights from previous academic sessions, tracing our journey of excellence over the years.
22nd Academic Sessions
Theme: "Innovating Across Boundaries: Bridging Knowledge for Global Impact"
Faculty of Agriculture • June 4, 2025
Discover our rich history of academic excellence spanning over two decades
21st Academic Sessions
Theme: "Nurturing Excellence in Research: Boosting Empowerment-Oriented Advances in Academic Productivity"
Faculty of Graduate Studies and Library • March 20, 2024
20th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Intellectual and Entrepreneurial Thrust for a Resilient and Progressive Society"
Faculty of Management and Finance • June 7, 2023
19th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Overcoming challenges in the next decade"
Faculty of Technology • March 2, 2022
18th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Together Towards Excellence"
Faculty of Medicine • March 3, 2021
17th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Innovation and Creativity for Social wellbeing"
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences • March 4, 2020
16th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Frontiers of Research, Innovation & Entrepreneurship"
Faculty of Science • March 6, 2019
15th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Research for Socio-ecological Sustainability"
Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology • March 7, 2018
14th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Promoting Innovation Through Research"
Faculty of Engineering • March 1, 2017
13th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Journey through Spirit of Research"
Faculty of Agriculture • March 2, 2016
12th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Role of Research Development Challenges"
Faculty of Graduate Studies • March 4, 2015
11th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Knowledge Sharing for Present and Future Needs"
Faculty of Management and Finance • March 19, 2014
10th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Research for Future"
Faculty of Medicine • March 20, 2013
9th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Getting Research in to Practice (GRIP)"
Faculty of Agriculture • February 22, 2012
8th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Frontiers in Research for National Development"
Faculty of Science • February 22, 2011
7th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Academic Excellence"
Faculty of Engineering • March 17-18, 2010
6th Academic Sessions
March 25-26, 2009
5th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Research for Sustainable Development"
Faculty of Humanities
4th Academic Sessions
Theme: "Research For Human Well-Being"
Faculty of Humanities
3rd Academic Sessions
Theme: "Research for Natural Development"
2nd Academic Sessions
December 16, 2004
1st Academic Sessions
Faculty of Humanities
July 4, 2003