About
I am Asha Wijegunawardana, with 14+ years of professional experience in scientific research in vector-borne disease control, investigator-driven grant handling, and general administration work. Throughout my research carrier and postgraduate studies, I have gained knowledge for insect control using sterile insect technique (SIT), insect incompatibility technique (IIT), and mosquito transgenic experiment models for the control of Aedes and Culex mosquitoes in Sri Lanka. In addition, I was trained in handling all laboratory facilities and techniques related to Molecular Biology, Entomology, Biological Science research work which has great potential to be used for modern scientific research work. My background in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, and entomology makes me passionate about vector-borne disease research. My hunger for knowledge and determination to turn information into action has contributed to my most recent success by launching this community-based leishmaniasis vector control project.
Joined
November 2019
