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Department of Geography

Faculty of Arts - University of Peradeniya

Prof. M.M.P. Perera

Prof. in Geography, BA Hons in Geography (Peradeniya), Cert. in Env.Mangt., M.Phil, Ph.D.

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About Me

“Muditha Prasannajith Perera obtained his B.A (Hons) Degree in Geography from the University of Peradeniya. During his secondary education, he completed the O/L period in one year of advancement and obtained the best results from the school, and then he obtained the district highest marks for A/L among the school candidates in Anuradhapura District. Thereafter, he became island first winner of two national level competitive exams twice. In addition to his academic achievements, he has a number of extracurricular achievements such as Art, Oratory, Short stories, Poetry, General knowledge, and Sports. After graduation from the University of Peradeniya, he joined the Department of Geography, University of Ruhuna as an Assistant Lecturer, in 2001 and later joined the Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya in to the permanent carder, with the experience of Permanent Lecturer/Executive officer SL-1 of the Sri Lanka Forestry Institute, Forest Department plus three year research background inclusive of Huruluwewa Watershed Management Project (SCOR) under the International Irrigation Management Institute. Muditha Perera completed his M.Phil Degree in 2010 and completed his PhD studies related to hydro-ecological issues in tank cascades in Sri Lanka, in 2016. His research & lecturing fields are mainly on Applied aspects of Geography and Physical Geography. Muditha Perera has contributed more than 60 publications at the National as well as International levels. His research work has been appreciated and commended by International Water Management Institute and by Prof. Swaminathan who is considered as the “Father of Green Revolution of Asia”. He is an Editorial Board Member and Reviewer for a few National /International Journals including Geocarto International. He is contributing the service as a Senior Student Counselor, Warden, and as a resource person to the PGIS, PGIHS, CES, CSHR, CDCE, and for several committees in the University of Peradeniya, and he is contributing his service to the Forest Department, Irrigation Department, Education Department, and to the Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment. Currently he is serving as a Professor in Geography, in the Department of Geography”.

Education

Ph.D. in Geography, University of Peradeniya.

University of Peradeniya,

2016

M.Phil in Geography

University of Peradeniya

2010

BA Hons in Geography

University of Peradeniya

Certificate Trainings on Watershed Management, Conservation Farming, Participatory Development

International Irrigation Management Institute

Certificate Trainings on EIA, SIA, HRM, Environmental Management, GIS & Applications, ISO Certification of 14001

University of Peradeniya

Certificate Trainings on Planning to Mitigate the Impact of Natural Hazards

University of Moratuwa.

Training on Water Resources Management

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Bangladesh.

Current Positions

Senior Lecturer in Geography - University of Peradeniya

- To Present

Lecture Panel Member – Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS), - University of Peradeniya

- To Present

Visiting Lecturer – PGIHS, - University of Peradeniya

- To Present

Teaching Panel Member – (Environmental Rights) – Diploma Course in Human Rights, - CSHR, University of Peradeniya

- To Present

Visiting Lecturer - Sri Lanka Forestry Institute, Forest Department.

- To Present

National advisory committee member, 5000 Tanks Rehabilitation Programme - Irrigation Department

- To Present

Coordinator – Short Course on “Tank Rehabilitation and Cascade Development”, - Centre for Environmental Studies, University of Peradeniya.

- To Present

Faculty Representative (Self Evaluation Report Writing Committee) - 2021-2022, Member; Faculty sub-committee for Strategic Plan – (2021 – 2026), Member; Faculty Land, Building and Maintenance Committee - (2019, 2020, 2021), Member; Faculty Environmental Management Committee, (2021), Member; Departmental Student Request and Appeal Committee - (2017, 2018, 2019,2020, 2021), Member; CDCE - Disciplinary Inquiry Committee - (2020,2021,2022), Member; University Publication Ethics Committee - (2022). - University of Peradeniya

- To Present

Positions Held

Warden – James Peiris Hostel (2018, 2019, 2020) - University of Peradeniya

Senior Student Counselor - Faculty of Arts (2017, 2018, 2019) - University of Peradeniya.

Senior Treasurer – Geography Society, (2009/2010, 2010/2011) - University of Peradeniya.

Member – Board of Discipline, University of Peradeniya. (2020) - University of Peradeniya.

Member – Academic pool for Sustainable Development - University of Peradeniya

Academic Sub Warden, Hilda Obeysekara Hall, (2009, 2010). - University of Peradeniya.

Volunteer Students Counselor - Faculty of Arts, (2009,2010,2011,2012). - University of Peradeniya.

Lecturer/Executive officer - Sri Lanka Forestry Institute, - Forest Department (2003-2008)

National Coordinator (Training) - Sri Lanka Environmental Management Programme (SLEMP) (2003 - 2004)

Assistant Lecturer - Department of Geography, University of Ruhuna. (2001/2002)

Welfare Coordinator - Sri Lanka Forestry Institute - Forest Department

Project Evaluation Officer - PFP Project, Sri Lanka, ADB

Field Research Assistant - International Irrigation Management Institite

Member - National technical consultation team, Developing a Watershed Management Plan for Moragahakanda Reservoir Project. (2018) - Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment

Member – Committee on Planning the Wayamba Irrigation Canal - lower area - (2018) - WICD

Member - TOR Development committee, Tanks rehabilitation at Yala National Park, (2018) - ESCAMP & Wildlife Conservation Department

Memberships

Life Member – Sri Lanka Soil Science Society (Since 2018) - University of Peradeniya

Life Member – Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya (Since 2011) - University of Peradeniya

Life Member - Sri Lanka Association of Geographers (SLAG) - SLAG

Life Member – Lanka Rain Water Harvesting Forum (Since 2020) - Lanka Rain Water Harvesting Forum

Member – Udunuwara Library Advisory committee. (Since 2012) - Udunuwara Pradesheeya Sabha

Member - Peradeniya Arts Faculty Teachers Association (PAFTA) - PAFTA

Member - Sri Lanka Young Leaders Foundation. - SLYLF.

President, Committee member, Senior Treasurer/Advisor, Geography Society, - University of Peradeniya

Awards

• INRC research grant Award (2014) - University of Peradeniya

• NCAS research grant Award (2014) - NCAS

Appreciations on research findings from Prof. Swaminathan (Considered as Farther of the Green Revolution of Asia / Former Director General of IRRI) (2009) - Swaminathan Foundation

Appreciations on research findings (from International Water Management Institute) (2009) - IWMI

Appreciations on Excellent teaching – Sri Lanka Forestry Institute, Forest Department. (2007). - Forest Department

Most outstanding student of the school, A Yakalla M.V. Galenbindunuwewa, Anuradhapura - A Yakalla M.V.

Publications

BOOKS

• Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2019), Agro-well Development in Sri Lanka and the current Status, Colombo; S. Godage & Brothers Ltd. (English Medium Book – ISBN 978-624-00-0427-5)

Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2019), Watershed Management: Theories and Practices, Colombo; Godage International Publishers Pvt. Ltd. (English Medium Text Book for University Students – International Publication- ISBN: 978-624-00-0392-6)

• Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2019), Technical Glossary in Watershed Management, Colombo; S. Godage & Brothers Ltd. (English/Sinhala Medium Book – ISBN 978-955-30-9893-1)

• Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2019), Environmental Laws, Regulations and Conventions, Colombo; S. Godage & Brothers Ltd. (Sinhala Medium Book – ISBN 978-955-30-9895-5)

• Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2019), Environmental Rights: Theory and Practice, Colombo; S. Godage & Brothers Ltd. (Sinhala Medium Book – ISBN 978-955-30-9894-8)

• Muditha Prasannajith Perera (ed) (2013), Forest Resources of Sri Lanka, Warakapola; Ariya Publishers Ltd. (Sinhala Medium Book – ISBN 978-955-553-691-2)

• Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2010), Irrigation Heritage of Sri Lanka, Colombo; Centre for Environmental Justice. (Sinhala Medium Book – ISBN 978-955-0498-00-0)

• Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2010), Tomorrow of the Environment?, Warakapola; Ariya Publishers Ltd. (Sinhala Medium Book – ISBN 955-553-624-7)

Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2006), Bio diversity-Nature, Degradation & Conservation, Warakapola; Ariya Publishers Ltd. (Sinhala Medium Book – ISBN 955-553-460-8)

Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2006), The Drought-Concept, Socio-economic & Environmental impacts, Warakapola; Ariya Publishers Ltd. (Sinhala Medium Book – ISBN 955-553-461-6)

Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2002), University of Peradeniya, Colombo; S. Godage & Brothers Ltd. (Sinhala Medium Book – ISBN 955-20-5687-X)

CHAPTERS IN BOOKS

 Perera. M.P. and Rekha Nianthi K.W.G. (2020), Land Use Planning and Management in Tank Cascade Environment of Sri Lanka, In Hasnat, G. N. T. and Hossain, M.K. (eds), Examining International Land Use Policies, Changes, and Conflicts, IGI Global Publishers, Pennsylvania 17033-1240, USA. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-4372-6.ch016

 Muditha Prasannajith Perera and Thennakoon M.U.A. (2020), Irrigation Systems and Agriculture During the Freedom Struggles of Sri Lanka, in Madduma Bandara C.M. (ed), Freedom Struggles of Sri Lanka, Colombo; S. Godage & Brothers Ltd. pp57-66.

 Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2017), Construction and Classifications of Tanks in Sri Lanka, in Mahinda Somathilake (ed), Commemoration Volume in honor of Rev. Prof. Hanguranketha Dheerananda, Colombo; S. Godage & Brothers Ltd. (Sinhala Medium Book Chapter – Book / ISBN 978-955-30-8193-3)

 Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2015), Forest Resources in the Central Sri Lanka, in Rev. Dheerananda, H. (ed), Mid country genealogy, Kandy, Central province cultural department. (Sinhala Medium Book Chapter – Book / ISBN 978-955-0562-03-9)

 Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2013), Evolution of the Forest Conservation in Sri Lanka, in Forest Resources of Sri Lanka (ed), Muditha Prasannajith Perera, Warakapola; Ariya Publishers Ltd. pp-23-26. (Sinhala Medium Book Chapter – Book / ISBN 978-955-553-691-2)

 Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2013), Recent Trends of Forest Resources Development and Management in Sri Lanka, in Forest Resources of Sri Lanka (ed), Muditha Prasannajith Perera, Warakapola; Ariya Publishers Ltd. pp27-31. (Sinhala Medium Book Chapter – Book / ISBN 978-955-553-691-2)

JOURNAL ARTICLES

• Perera, M.P., (2019), A Socio-environmental analysis on the operating level of contemporary environmental laws related to tank reservations, Samaja Vimasuma, Department of Sociology, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Vol. (18): p-p. 223-245

• Perera, M.P., (2018), A Comparative analysis of recent watershed management programms of the world, Sri Lankan Journal of Agricultural Science, National Agricultural Society of Sri Lanka and Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Vol. 55: p-p.47-62

• Perera, M.P., (2017), Groundwater Extraction through Agro-wells and its Impact on Groundwater Availability of Tank Cascades in the Dry Season: A Case Study in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka, International Journal of Scientific Research and Innovative Technology, South Shields, United Kingdom. Vol. 4 (6): 50-62

• Perera, M.P., (2017), Evolution of Tank Cascade Studies of Sri Lanka, Saudi Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (SJHSS), Scholars Middle East Publishers, Dubai, united Arab Emirates. Vol. 2(7): 597-610. DOI: 10.21276/sjhss (Impact Factor: 0.90)

• Perera, M.P., (2017), Groundwater Exploration for Agro-well Development in Sri Lanka and the Current Status, International Research Journal of Human Resources and Social Sciences (IRJHRSS), Vol. 4 (8): 359-373. (Impact Factor: 5.414)

• Perera, M.P., (2017), Stream Reservations are at Risk?: A Case Study on the Agro-well Development in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Vol. 6 (6): 2149-2153. DOI: 10.21275/ART20174619 (Impact Factor (2015): 6.391)

• Perera, M.P., Nianthi, K.W.G.R. and Madduma Bandara C.M. (2016), Agro-well Development and its Impact on Groundwater Table Depletion in Tank Cascades in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka, International Journal of Arts and Commerce, South Shields, United Kingdom. http://www. 1929-7106 www.ijac.org.uk Vol. 5(5): 66-77.

Perera, M.P. and Nianthi, K.W.G.R. (2016), The Impact of Agro-well Development on Floral Diversity in Tank Cascades in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), (Vol.5-Issue 6), DOI: 10.21275/v5i6.NOV164764 (Impact Factor (2015): 6.391)

Perera, M.P., (2016), Development of Agro-well Lands and Its impact on Soil Salinity in the North Central Dry Zone of Sri Lanka, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Vol. 5(7): 497-501. DOI: 10.21275/v5i7.ART2016217 (Impact Factor (2015): 6.391)

• Perera, M.P., (2016), The Hydro-ecological Impact Assessment Scoring: A New Participatory Method to Grasp Hydro-ecological Impact of Agro-well Development of Sri Lanka. International Journal of Advanced Research and Review, Vol. 1(7):1-10. DOI: IJARR, 1(7), 2016; 01-10 (Impact Factor: 6.717)

• Perera, M.P. and Bandara, R.B.D.L., (2016), Watershed Management Programms of Sri Lanka: A review on Conceptualization and Practices. Sri Lankan Journal of Agricultural Science, National Agricultural Society of Sri Lanka and Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Vol. 53. p-p. 49-65

• Perera, M.P., (2016), Agro-well Development and Its Impact on Gassgommana Tank Reservations in Tank Cascades of Sri Lanka, Modern Sri Lanka Studies, Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya.

• Perera, M.P., (2015), The Status of Agro-Well Constructions and A Comparative Analysis of Groundwater Extraction, Among other Groundwater Extraction Modes: A Case Study of Periyakulama Tank Cascade in Malwathu Oya Basin. Sri Lankan Journal of Agricultural Science, National Agricultural Society of Sri Lanka and Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Vol. 52: p-p. 47-55.

• Perera, M.P. and Ahangama A.D.K. (2014), Anicuts: Historical Background and the Current Status, Sambhawana, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Vol.8(1): 133-153. (Sinhala Medium Article)

• Perera, M.P. and Priyadarshanee K.S.G.S., (2014), Tank Cascade Characteristics of the Small Tank Systems in Sri Lanka: A Comparative Study of Rajarata, Uva-Wellassa and Ruhuna-Magama Regions. Sri Lankan Journal of Agricultural Science, National Agricultural Society of Sri Lanka and Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Vol. 51: p-p. 34-43

• Perera, M.P. and Senaratne, A., (2013), Mini Hydropower Potential and an Impact Assessment on Watershed Functions: A Case Study of Huluganga Subwatershed in Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan Journal of Agricultural Science, National Agricultural Society of Sri Lanka and Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Vol. 50: 54-64.

• Perera, M.P., (2013), The Destruction of an Ancient Tank Irrigation Vestige: A Case Study on the Breach of the Historical Kivulekada Tank of Sri Lanka, International Journal of Arts and Commerce, Birmingham, United Kingdom. Vol.2(9):1-9. http://www.ijac.org.uk/images/frontImages/gallery/Vol._2_No._9/1.pdf

• Perera, M.P., (2012), Water management issues arise from the Nilwala flood controlling project, Sambhawana, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Vol. 6(1): 173-189. (Sinhala Medium Article)

• Perera, M.P., (2011), The Nature of the Surface and Ground Water Use in the Dry Zone Subwatersheds, Sambhawana, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Vol. 5(1): 155-166 (Sinhala Medium Article).

PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

• Perera Muditha Prasannajith (2019), “Importance of studying the Tank Environmental Systems in Sri Lanka”, in Sobaketha, Central Environmental Authority, Battaramulla.

• Perera Muditha Prasannajith (2019), “International involvement for the environmental conservation, Sandasa 1(2), Gampola.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2016), Is Agro-well Development in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka a Threat to Floral Diversity, Hantane Vision, (Vol-2 , Issue-2), University of Peradeniya.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2015), A tragedy of an ancient irrigation vestige: The historical mistake, Hantana Vision, (Vol-1 , Issue-1), University of Peradeniya. p.21.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2011), “The Importance of Watershed Management in Environmental Development", Soba (Vol-20), Ministry of Environment, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2011), “Biological Heritages of Sri Lanka is Exemplified by the Four Great Festivals of the Temple of the Tooth, Dalada Sirithata Parisara Bethi-puda, Central Environmenntal Authority & Ministry of Environment, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2011), “Biological Heritages of Sri Lanka is Exemplified by the Four Great Festivals of the Temple of the Tooth, Dalada Sirithata Parisara Bethi-puda, Central Environmental Authority & Ministry of Environment, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2011), "Are we ready to face the environmental challenges? " Mihinada (Vol-1), Geography Society, University of Peradeniya.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2009), "Recent Trends of Forest Resource Development & Management" Soba (Vol-14), Ministry of Environment, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2009), "Irrigation Heritage of Ancient Sri Lanka", in Soba (Vol"13), Ministry of Environment, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2008), "Evolution of the Forest Conservation in Sri Lanka, in Soba Ministry of Environment, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2007), "Herbal Forests in Sri Lanka ", in Ruk , (Vol-15) Forest Department, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2004), "Desertification ", in Ruk , (Vol-9) Forest Department, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2004), "Participatory Integrated Watershed Management", in Thuru Jana, (vol-1), F.R.M.P.-Forest Department, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2004), "A review to the International conference on Tropical Forest and Climate Change" in Soba - Ministry of Environment, Colombo.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2002), "Human –Elephant Conflict" in Sadisa, (Vol-4), Sadisa House of Arts, Nugegoda.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2002), "Drought" in Sadisa, (Vol-3), Sadisa House of Arts, Nugegoda.

• Perera, Muditha Prasannajith (2002), "Development Concept" in Economic Review (vol-28) – Peoples’ Bank, Colombo.

MEMBER OF EDITORIAL BOARD

Journal of Education, Teaching and Social Studies Web: www.scholink.org/ojs/index.php/jetss (Number of Issues per year - 4) ISSN: 2642-2336 (Print)

Sambhawana – Arts Faculty Journal, University of Peradeniya (Number of Issues per year - 2) ISSN: 2465-6410 (Print)

Muditha Prasannajith Perera, Weerakondaarachchi, J.S., Wijewardhana K.S. (eds) (2011), “Mihinanda- Geographical Annual Magazine” (Vol. – 1), Geography Society, University of Peradeniya.

Editorial board member (Key person) of “Prathirawa” quarterly News paper, (Sinhala Medium) Udunuwara Pradesheeya Sabha. Geli Oya, Kandy. (2014). ISSN: 2362 / 0285

Conferences

Conference on Cascade Ecology and Management

• Perera, M.P., (2021), “Groundwater use in Tank Cascades through Agro-well Approach”. Proceedings of the conference on Cascade Ecology and Management”, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya.

Sri Lanka

7th National Geography Conference

• Priyamala K. and Perera, M.P., (2021), “Spatial Differences of Soil Salinity in Tank Cascade Systems: A Case study of Unaleeya Tank Cascade System in Daduru Oya Basin”. Proceedings of the 7th National Geography Conference”, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya

University of Peradeniya

7th National Geography Conference

• Nadeeshani J.A.J.D. and Perera, M.P., (2021), “Effectiveness of the Elephant Fence in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka: A case Study at Manampitiya”. Proceedings of the 7th National Geography Conference”, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya.

University of Peradeniya

7th International conference on “Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Sustainable Development through Geo-spatial Technologies”

• Perera, M.P., (2018), “Groundwater Behavior of Tank Cascade Areas in Sri Lanka: A Study Based on Geo-spatial Technology”. 7th International conference on “Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Sustainable Development through Geo-spatial Technologies”, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya.

University of Peradeniya

7th International conference on “Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Sustainable Development through Geo-spatial Technologies”

• Sameera,V.K.N., and Perera, M.P., (2018), “Impact of Newly Built Tanks System under the Moragahakanda - Kaluganga Re-Settlement Programme”. 7th International conference on “Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Sustainable Development through Geo-spatial Technologies”, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya.

University of Peradeniya

iPURSE Annual Research Sessions

• Dilani P. G. I. L., Perera, M.P., & Herath H. M. I., (2017) “Ancient Irrigation Works of Uva Wellassa and its significance of irrigation heritage of Sri Lanka”, iPURSE Annual Research Sessions, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya.

University of Peradeniya

PGIHS annual Research Congress

• Perera, M.P., (2017), “Agro-well development in Dry Zone tank cascades and its impact on tank reservations in the North Central Dry Zone of Sri Lanka”, proceedings of the PGIHS annual Research Congress", University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya.

University of Peradeniya

3 rd International Conference on Water and Flood Management

• Perera, M.P., and Chandima D., (2011), “Ancient Watershed Management Strategies in Sri Lanka” in Proceedings of 3 rd International Conference on Water and Flood Management, BUET, Dhaka; Bangladesh. PP. 309-316.

Bangladesh

National Geography Conference

• Perera, M.P., (2011), “Beyond the Truth: Potential for Re-establishment of Ancient Tank Reserves in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka”, National Geography Conference, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda.

University of Sri Jayewardenepura

National Geography Conference

• Perera, M.P., (2010), “The Impact of High Land Agro-wells on Dry Zone Land Use”, National Geography Conference, University of Ruhuna, Matara.

University of Ruhuna

National Conference on Water, Food security and Climate Change in Sri Lanka

• Perera, M.P., (2009), “Integrating Agroforestry Characteristics into Agro-well based Agricultural Lands”, proceedings of National Conference on Water, Food security and Climate Change in Sri Lanka ", International Water Management Institute. Colombo.

Colombo

National Geography Conference

• Perera, M.P., (2009), “Agro-well based Agroforestry Systems; A new Type from the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka”, National Geography Conference, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya

University of Peradeniya

Creative Work

 Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2019), Gimhana Wasanthaya (Poetry Book), Colombo; S. Godage & Brothers Ltd. (Sinhala Medium Environmental Poetry Book) ISBN 978-624-00-0247-9)

 Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2018), Preconference Tour – Leaflet (Key person –Concept, Preparing & Editorial Team) CDSGeo-2018 International Conference, University of Peradeniya.

 Muditha Prasannajith Perera (2014), Secure Your Environmental Rights to Protect the Beautiful Earth - Leaflet, (Editor), Human Rights Study Centre, University of Peradeniya. (Sinhala Medium leaflet)

Specialization

Watershed Management

Tank Cascade Development

Environmental Management

Environmental Impact Assessment

Project Planning and Implementation

Teaching

GGY 481 - Watershed Management

Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya

To Present

GGY 401 - Agricultural Geography

Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya

To Present

GGY 303 - Geography of Sri Lanka

Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya

To Present

GGY 313 - World Regional Geography

Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya

To Present

GGY 488 - Sustainable Development

Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya

To Present

GGY 357 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya

To Present

GG iv - Geography of South Asia

CDCE, University of Peradeniya

To Present

CSHR-Env.R - Environmental Rights

CSHR, University of Peradeniya

To Present

GGY 503 - Resource Management and Strategic Planning

Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Science (PGIHS), University of Peradeniya.

To Present

GGY 502 - Sri Lankan Geographical Themes

Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Science (PGIHS), University of Peradeniya.

To Present

GGY 623 - Advance Bio Geography

Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Science (PGIHS), University of Peradeniya.

To Present

EMT 6010 - Environmental Zone Management

PGIHS, University of Peradeniya.

To Present

ESW 509 - Hydraulic Civilization of Sri Lanka

Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya

To Present

ESW 504 - Catchment Process and Watershed Management

Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya

To Present

ESW 517 - Water Resource Planning, Evaluation, Water Law, Policy and Legislation

Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya

To Present

CES - Tank Rehabilitation and Cascade Development

Centre for Environmental Studies (CES), University of Peradeniya

To Present

Research Interests

Tank cascade issues, Agro-wells, Agro-forestry, Watershed Management, Dry zone Hydrology, Bio-geography.

Ongoing Research and Projects

Altitudinal variations of floral diversity along tank cascades of Sri Lanka.

Study based on Malwathu Oya Basin

Agro-well based Agricultural Systems: An approach of Groundwater use in Ancient Irrigation Tank Cascade Systems in Sri Lanka

Study Based on North Central Dry Zone of Sri Lanka

Research Grants Received

• INRC research grant Award (2014)

• NCAS research grant Award (2014)

Other Academic Contributions

Designed and developed the curriculum on the Short Course on “Tank Rehabilitation and Cascade Development” in the Centre for Environmental Studies, University of Peradeniya in 2018.

Designed and developed the curriculum on the Short Course on “Watershed Management” in the Centre for Environmental Studies, University of Peradeniya in 2018.

Designed and developed the curriculum on Specific Environmental zone Management (EMT 6010) in the Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Peradeniya in 2019

Committee Member – Curriculum Revision – 2013, Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya.

Committee Member – Curriculum Revision – 2018, Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya.

Proposed the new Structure for undergraduate Curriculum Revision (for the final year students) with more Applied Courses in the Department of Geography, University of Peradeniya in 2018.

Developed the curriculum for courses on Environment and Human Rights (HRD 5) in the Centre for Study of Human Rights, University of Peradeniya in 2014.

Designed and developed the curriculum on Soil and Water Resources Management (EMT 6016) in the Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Peradeniya in 2019.

Curriculum Development committee – Sri Lanka Forestry Institute, Forest Department, 2006

Curriculum Development committee – Sri Lanka Forestry Institute, Forest Department, 2021-2022

Subject coordinator – Hydraulic Civilization (ESW 509), Postgradaute Institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya, (since (2015).

Subject coordinator – Catchment Process and Watershed Management (ESW 504), Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya, (since (2015).

Subject coordinator – Water Resources Planning and Evaluation (ESW 517), Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya, (since (2015).

Member - Faculty Self Evaluation Report Supporting Committee, University of Peradeniya, (2017).

Member - Departmental Self Evaluation Report writing Committee, University of Peradeniya, (2017).

Member & Convener (up to Dec.2021) of the Departmental Student Request and appeal committee.

Poling Booth Supervision Officer, Student Union Election, Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya, (2017).

Developed the Students Feed Back form, Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya in 2020.

Resources Person, Certificate course for Geography Teachers, University of Peradeniya & Provincial Ministry of Education (2012, 2015)

Visiting Lecturer for School Programms, (Since 2009)

Thesis Examiner / Oral Examiner for P.hD, M.phil, M.Sc. MA(Guided Project), PGIS & PGIHS, University of Peradeniya, Since 2016.

Postgraduate Supervisor for P.hD, M.phil, M.Sc. MA(Guided Project), PGIS & PGIHS, University of Peradeniya, & University of Ruhuna.

Chief Examiner - Geography, G.C.E.(A/L) Examination, Kandy, Department of Examination, Sri Lanka – (2018)

Chief Supervisor – CDCE Examination (2016,2017,2018,2019,2020), University of Peradeniya

Chairperson, Evaluator, Session Coordinator, Reviewer, Committee member of National & International Conferences

TOR Development & Environmental assessments

Positive Thinking Lecturer

Reviewing Panels in Refereed Journals • Geocarto International (International Journal) (2013, 2016, 2019, 2020) • ColomboArts –Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka (2016) • Ceylon Journal of Science, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (2018) • Saudi Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, United Arab Emirates. (2019) • E-Journal of Social Science and Humanities, University of Ruhuna (2019) • Modern Sri Lanka Studies, University of Peradeniya (2020) • International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka (2020) • “Wishwaya” Journal of Ruhuna Geography Review, University of Ruhuna (2020).


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