J’pura professor, students visit Japan on exchange programme
View(s):The Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) extended an invitation to Dr Sampath Gunathilake and four students from the Department of Polymer Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, to visit Professor Hemanth Noothalapathi’s lab at Shimane University, Japan, as part of the SAKURA Science Exchange Programme.
The initiative aims to foster international collaboration in science and technology by inviting young academics from around the world to engage in research experiences, the university said.
The programme, organised by the Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences at Shimane University under the SAKURA Science Exchange Programme, focuses on the theme ‘Development and Characterisation of Novel Drug Systems Using Multimodal Imaging Techniques: Advancing Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Methods’.
“Prof Noothalapathi actively engaged in a collaborative initiative with our students, fostering an enriching academic exchange. The programme focused on enhancing students’ knowledge in the characterisation of biomaterials using Raman spectroscopy and imaging. Prof Noothalapathi, along with faculty members and university staff, provided continuous support and created a highly collaborative environment,” the university said.
They paid a courtesy visit to Professor Otani Hiroki, President of Shimane University. Professor Otani appreciated the ongoing research collaborations between the two institutions.
He expressed his hope that this visit would strengthen relations and pave the way for student and faculty exchanges in the future.
In addition to their academic pursuits, the visitors had the chance to immerse themselves in Japanese culture. They explored several iconic locations that showcase Japan’s rich history and scenic beauty, including Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Izumo Grand Shrine, and Mount Daisen.
The programme concluded successfully, resulting in several key outcomes, including an agreement to sign an MoU between the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and Shimane University, Japan for a credit exchange programme for final-year undergraduate students.
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