About The Event
The Peradeniya Medical School Annual Research Conference (PeMSARC), is a conference organised for the academic staff, non-academic staff, undergraduate students of the Peradeniya Medical Faculty (PMF) and postgraduate students, as a platform to present and discuss their research.
The event includes a pre-congress workshop followed by the scientific programme consisting of oral presentations, poster presentations, thematic research presentations and keynote lectures.
A post-conference social event has also been planned to foster fellowship amongst the students as well as the staff.
When
12th September 2023
Where
Faculty of Medicine,
University of Peradeniya,
Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Abstract Portal
Abstract submission deadline:
22nd July 2023
Undergraduate Research Symposium
Postgraduate Research
Symposium
Staff Research Symposium
Messages
Dr. Samidi Navaratna
Co-Chair
As we gather for the Peradeniya Medical School Annual Research Conference (PeMSARC’23), I cannot help but look back at the short yet remarkable journey we embarked upon. Our inaugural session held last year was a testament to the dedication, passion, and collective efforts of our academic community. read more..
It would be imperative for an apprentice of any scientific discipline to engage in research to find evidence based solutions to problems presented, as there would not be progress in any discipline without scientific observations and experiments. This is more so for medical practitioners where opinions and directives often on life and death matters need to be carefully founded on scientific evidence. read more..
Dr. Duminda Yasaratne
Co-Chair
Prof. Vasanthi Pinto
DeanIt gives me great pleasure to send this message to the 2nd Peradeniya Medical School Annual Research Congress, which has been a successful catalyst in stimulating an interest in research among our medical students. read more..
I am delighted to extend my wishes to the Peradeniya Medical School Annual Research Conference 2023 (PeMSARC'23). The commitment exhibited by the academic community of the Faculty of Medicine to expand the research culture is admirable. read more..
Prof. M.D. Lamawansa
Vice Chancellor
Prof. Nimal Senanayake
Chief GuestI congratulate the PeMSARC for the initiative to found an Annual Research Conference in Medical Sciences. This is another milestone, and another first for the Peradeniya Medical School. I am happy to note students taking an active part in the organization of the event. I look forward to this opportunity of participating in the Faculty Research Conference read more..
PeMSARC'23 is the 2nd Research Conference of the faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya. This brings a great opportunity for medical undergraduate, postgraduate students and the academic staff to showcase their research in one platform. read more..
Dr. Lakshika Pathirana
SecretaryKeynote Speaker
Prof. Neelika Malavige
Professor in Immunology and Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
Sachith Keragala
President
Peradeniya Medical Undergraduates' Research Committee (PeMURC)
Programme
Arrival of Guests
Ceremonial Procession
Inauguration Ceremony
Welcome Address by Dr. Samidi Navaratna
Co-Chairperson PeMSARC'23
Address by Prof. Vasanthi Pinto
Dean, Faculty of Medicine
Address by Prof. M.D. Lamawansa
Vice Chancellor, University of Peradeniya
Address by the Chief Guest, Prof. Nimal Senanayake
Emeritus Professor of Neurology, Universityof Peradeniya
Faculty Award and Academic Staff Research Excellence Awards
Address by Mr. Sachith Keragala
Student Chairperson PEMSARC'23
Keynote Speech by Prof. Neelika Malavige
Professor, Department of Immunology and Molecular Medicine, University of Sri Jayawardenepura
Vote of Thanks by Dr. Lakshika Pathirana
Secretary PeMSARC'23
Morning tea
Thematic Presentations
Oral Presentations Session 01 - Parallel Sessions
Lunch
Oral Presentations Session 02 - Parallel Sessions
Afternoon tea
Oral Presentations Session 03 - Parallel Sessions
End of the Programme
Event Venue
Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Contact Us
Address
Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya.Phone Numbers
Dr. Samidi Navaratna (Co-Chair) 0718412112
Dr. Duminda Yasaratne (Co-Chair) 0717339993
Dr. Lakshika Pathirana (Secretary) 0773929545