Doctoral student, Queensland University of Technology, Australia
🎓 Dr. Ruwani Kaushalya Suraweera is a dedicated academic and researcher specializing in formulation development, drug delivery, and pharmaceutical technology. Currently pursuing her Ph.D. at Queensland University of Technology, Australia, she has made significant contributions to pharmacy education and research in Sri Lanka. Her expertise spans clinical sciences, nanotechnology, and innovative pharmaceutical practices. A distinguished scholar and pharmacist, Dr. Suraweera is recognized for her impactful publications, awards, and professional affiliations.
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Education
📚 Dr. Suraweera holds a Ph.D. candidacy at Queensland University of Technology, Australia (2023–present). She completed her M.Phil. in Chemical Sciences (2017–2022) with exceptional grades at the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Her undergraduate achievement, a B.Pharm (Honours) with a GPA of 3.65, earned her the distinction of being the best performer in her batch. Additionally, she has earned certifications in marketing, quality management systems, and first aid.
Experience
💼 Dr. Suraweera has a rich academic career as a Lecturer in Pharmacy at the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (2014–2023), where she also served as a Temporary Lecturer earlier. Her work focuses on teaching, research, and mentoring students in advanced pharmaceutical practices. She has also contributed to academia through her roles in curriculum development and clinical training.
Research Interests
🔬 Dr. Suraweera’s research explores cutting-edge topics in pharmaceutical sciences, including formulation development, drug delivery systems, and nanotechnology applications in healthcare. She is passionate about developing innovative therapeutic solutions to improve patient outcomes.
Awards
🏆 Dr. Suraweera has received multiple prestigious grants and scholarships, such as the University Research Grant (2016) and ITEC scholarship from the Government of India. Her academic excellence has been acknowledged with university scholarships and awards for exceptional performance in pharmacy and chemistry.
Publications
Ruwani K. Suraweera, et al. (2024). Development and Characterization of Spray-Dried Combined Levofloxacin–Ambroxol Dry Powder Inhaler Formulation. Pharmaceutics, 16(12). [Cited by articles in PubMed]
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Navanjana T.P. Uyangoda, et al. (2022). Investigation of the Use of Medicinal Plants and Natural Products for COVID-19 Prevention. Sri Lankan Journal of Health Sciences, 1(2). [Cited by articles in Scopus]
Sathya S, et al. (2017). Formulation Development of Cream Incorporating Extracts of Glycyrrhia glabara. Pharmaceutical Journal of Sri Lanka, 7(1). [Cited in local archives]
Suraweera RK, et al. (2015). Assessing the Characterizations of Ketoprofen Loaded and Unloaded Virgin Coconut Oil-based Creamy Nanoemulsion. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research, 8(1). [Cited by 15 articles]