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Welcome to IPRC 2025!
The International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPRC) 2025, hosted by the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka marks a significant milestone as we celebrate our 25th anniversary. Scheduled for 13th November 2025, this year’s conference is themed "Digital Transformation in Green and Sustainable Innovation" reflecting our commitment to addressing global challenges through cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
IPRC 2025 provides a platform for postgraduate researchers, scholars, and practitioners from around the world to present their work, exchange ideas, and foster innovation. As we commemorate our silver jubilee, we aim to highlight the transformative power of research in driving sustainable development and technological advancements. Join us in this landmark event to contribute to meaningful discussions, network with peers, and shape the future of green and sustainable innovation. Together, let’s make IPRC 2025 an academic excellence and global impact.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Prof. Piergiuseppe Morone
Full professor of Economic Policy
Unitelma Sapienza – University of Rome
Department of Law and Economics
Piazza Sassari, 4 - 00161 Roma
Ph.D., Science and Technology Policy – University of Sussex, UK (2003)
Ph.D., Policies for Sustainable Territorial Development – University of Bari, Italy (2003)
M.A., Development Economics – University of Sussex, UK (1999)
B.A. (cum laude), Economics – University of Bari, Italy (1998)
Plenary Speakers

Prof. Jane E. Stewart
Associate Professor of Plant Pathology
Department of Agricultural Biology
College of Agricultural Sciences
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO 80523
USA
Ph.D., (University of Colorado)
B.S., (University of Colorado)
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Prof. Janaka Yasantha Ruwanpura
Schulich School of Engineering,Department of Civil Engineering,
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary Alberta T2N 1N4
Canada
Ph.D., Construction Engineering and Management – University of Alberta, Canada (2001)
M.Sc., Construction Management – Arizona State University, USA (1997)
B.Sc. (Hons), Quantity Surveying – University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka (1992)
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Prof. Channa De Silva
Professor of ChemistryDepartment Head,
Department of Chemistry & Physics,
Western Carolina University.
Ph D, University of Arizona, Chemistry
BS, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, Chemistry
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Prof. Kumar Ambarish Chanchal
Department of Vocal MusicFaculty of Performing Arts
Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi – 221005 Uttar Pradesh, India
Ph.D. - BHU,Varanasi, India(2007)
M.Mus - BHU,Varanasi, India(2002)
B.Mus. - BHU,Varanasi, India (2000)
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