Hayleys Fabric, Sri Jayawardenapura Uni in research study on Kelani River
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Hayleys Fabric Managing Director Rohan Goonetilleke (third from right) exchanging the MOU with University of Sri Jayawardenapura Vice Chancellor Prof. Pathmalal M. Manage (third from left) in the presence of teams from Hayleys Fabric and University of Sri Jayawardenapura.
Hayleys Fabric, Sri Lanka’s largest textile manufacturer and a subsidiary of Hayleys Group, has partnered with the University of Sri Jayawardenapura to research pollutants in the Kelani
River basin.
The environmental study, the first to assess antibiotic resistance in running water resources utilised for human consumption in the Kelani River basin, will play a pivotal role in developing strategic plans to safeguard surface and groundwater, paving the way for significant advancement in public health and safety.
“Given that the Kelani River accommodates over 20 per cent of the Sri Lankan population and caters to more than 80 per cent of drinking water requirements of the Colombo district, it is imperative that we closely study its impact on public health. As a responsible manufacturer, we believe that by working with leading academic institutions to develop innovative solutions that address critical environmental solutions, this collaboration is just one of many initiatives we are proud to be a part of,” Hayleys Fabric Managing Director Rohan Goonetilleke said, in a media release.
The research project will screen and quantify antibiotic residues in surface water, isolate and identify antibiotic-resistant bacteria and their resistance mechanisms through antibiotic-resistance genes, and quantify antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) to understand the relationship between ARGs and antibiotic residues.
A total of 27 sample collection points will be selected based on catchment characteristics, anthropological activities, land use practices and industrial discharges.
“This collaborative research project presents an exciting opportunity to combine the expertise of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura with the resources and commitment of Hayleys Fabric. Our joint efforts will enhance our understanding of the Kelani River’s water quality and provide valuable insights to policymakers and stakeholders working towards safeguarding public health and the environment,” University of Sri Jayawardenapura Vice Chancellor Prof. Pathmalal M. Manage said.
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