Unique Research Contributions to the Nation

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

Unique Research Contributions to the Nation

FAHS constitutes a multitude of research expertise who are engaged in unique areas of research which can contribute immensely to the development of our country. Among the many research interests, FAHS academics are actively involved in the following research areas.

  • Natural medicines and traditional medicines in Sri Lanka
  • Nano medicines and novel concepts of drug delivery
  • Patient safety and medication safety
  • Pharmacoepidemiology and drug utilization
  • Non-communicable diseases including chronic liver disease and breast cancer
  • Communicable disease effects on human life including antimicrobial resistance
  • Materials for health care
  • Biofilm infections and microbiomes
  • Public health and quality of life
  • Non-pharmacological interventions and therapeutic relationships
  • Nursing management, education and practice