The BBST (Hons) in Bioprocess Technology degree program is offered under the Technology stream. This degree is designed to satisfy the market and industrial needs of the country. With the commencement of the National Biotechnology Industry Association (NBIA) in September 2016, the University Grants Commission identified NBIA as the relevant professional body for this sector in Sri Lanka to accredit Biosystems Technology degree programs. All these courses contain a minimum of 120 credits.
A milestone achievement
The Faculty of Technology was proudly able to secure funding of 6.46 Million Rupees from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Technology Grant 2026 (Grant No. TG/2026/Tech-D/05), where Prof. Chathuranga Bamunuarachchige serves as the Principle Investigator and Prof. H.K.S. de Zoysa serves as the Co-Investigator.
The project, “Development and Optimization of Vanilla Curing Chambers and Postharvest Handling Techniques to Enhance Vanillin Yield, Shelf-Life, and Process Efficiency,” focuses on developing an innovative, technology-driven vanilla curing system to improve product quality, enhance process efficiency, and support the commercialization of high-quality Sri Lankan vanilla. It has been designed to connect multiple areas of expertise in bioprocess technology, analytical chemistry, materials engineering, with strong emphasis on industry collaboration to develop practical solutions for the agricultural sector.
The research team from the Faculty of Technology welcomed the National Science Foundation (NSF) evaluation team to the Faculty of Technology, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, and had a fruitful discussion on the proposed research, demonstrated the available research facilities, and exchanged ideas on the technological innovations and anticipated outcomes of the project. The grantees extremely value the insights and constructive feedback from the NSF team and are excited to a longterm collaboration between the two parties for the successful implementation of this initiative.
The faculty research team wishes to extend its sincere gratitude to the National Science Foundation (NSF) for supporting this nationally important initiative, as well as the extensive industrial partnership of AIKYA AGRO (Pvt) Ltd, and everyone who contributed to the development of this proposal.
𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 (𝐆𝐌𝐏) 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
The 𝐑𝐔𝐁𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 of the Faculty of Technology, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, proudly presents an insightful workshop on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certification, featuring expert guidance from the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).
𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:
* Introduction to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
* Principles of GMP
* Benefits of Implementing GMP
* GMP in Manufacturing Industries
* Questions & Discussion
𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧:
Ms. Nayana Gunathilaka
Senior Deputy Director – Systems Certification Division,
Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI)
𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: July 31, 2026
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦: Zoom (Scan the QR code on the flyer or use the link)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://learn.zoom.us/j/93829482699?pwd=RvMWfONMhgpDvwiIIAg1ASoadpFK1W.1
Meeting ID: 938 2948 2699
Passcode: x!Q4!EFb
Open to everyone
𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲:
RUBIC Association,
Faculty of Technology,
Rajarata University of Sri Lanka in collaboration with Sri Lanka Standard Institution (SLSI)
