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Dr. M. M. P. Madhuranga Fernando is presently a senior lecturer in physics attached to the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. His research interests are geophysics, computational physics, mathematical physics, theoretical physics, and physics of music.
Degrees:
  • B.Sc. Special Degree in Physics with first-class honours, University of Sri Jayewardanepura, Sri Lanka.
  • Ph.D. in Physics (Geophysics and Computational Physics), University of Sri Jayewardanepura, Sri Lanka.
Interests: 
  • Buddhist philosophy, mathematical modeling, solving mathematical equations, literature and music.
Academic Positions :
·        Senior Lecturer (Grade I), University of Sri Jayewardanepura, Sri Lanka. : 2012 - to-date
·        A Certified Instructor at Wolfram (Voluntary Service), Wolfram Mathematica, USA.  : 2012 - to-date
·        Senior Lecturer (Grade II), University of Sri Jayewardanepura, Sri Lanka. : 2007 - 2012
·        Lecturer (Probationary), University of Sri Jayewardanepura, Sri Lanka. : 2002 - 2007
·        Research Assistant, University of Sri Jayewardanepura, Sri Lanka. : 2000 - 2002
·        Demonstrator (Temporary), University of Sri Jayewardanepura, Sri Lanka. : 1999 - 2000
 
Education & Training
·        Ph. D in Physics, University of Sri Jayewardanepura - (2002-2007)
·        B. Sc. in Physics Special with First Class Honours, University of Sri Jayewardanepura - (1995-1999)
·        [Management Trainee - Sri Toys International Pvt Ltd (Moratuwa)] - (1992-1995)
·        G. C. E. Advanced Level, St. Sebastian's College – Moratuwa - (1989-1992)
·       G. C. E. Ordinary Level, St. Sebastian's College – Moratuwa - (1989-1992)


Awards :

Prof. D. A. Tantrigoda and Dr. M. M. P. M. Ferrnando won the NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AWARD in 2008 in the category of Outstanding Science & Technology Contributions Having an Impact on Major National Projects for making a significant contribution in the application of science and technology for the submission titled “Estimation of sediment thickness in the Indian Ocean around Sri Lanka for claiming our Extended Economic Zone”.