PROF. K H M A DEEPANANDA

• BScHons in Zoology (Ruhuna, SL)
• MSc in International Studies in Aquatic Tropical Ecology (Bremen, Germany)
• PhD in Fisheries Management (Kelaniya, SL)

• Dean, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Head, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Chairperson: Board of Study of the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology to Distance and Continuing Education Unit, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Faculty Representative, Center for International Affairs (CINTA), University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Member: Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Member: By-Law Committee, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Member: Curriculum Development Committee, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Member: Ethical Review Committee, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Member: Research & Development Committee, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Senior Treasurer, Toastmasters Gavel Club of the University of Ruhuna (Toastmaster International Reg. No: 3916826)

• Cell Biology

• Cytology, Histology & Embryology of fish

• Fish Physiology

• Fish Population Dynamics

• Fish Pathology & Parasitology

• Scientific Writing, Presentation and Research Ethics

• Fisheries Management and Acts

• Fish Parasitology

• Coastal and Marine Ecology

• Aquaculture

• Fish Postharvest Technology

• Culture-based Fisheries

• Fisheries Biology

• Fisheries Management

• Munasinghe, D.H.N.M., R.K. Tyagi, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, F. Niranjan, R.K. Khetarapal (2020). Regional workshop on Underutilized fish and Marine genetic resources and their amelioration – Country Status Reports. Asia-Pacific Association for Agricultural Research Institutions (APAARI), Bangkok, Thailand, xiv+129p.

• Tyagi R.K., D.H.N.M. Munasinghe, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, F. Niranjan, R.K. Khetarapal (2020). Regional workshop on Underutilized fish and Marine genetic resources and their amelioration – Proceedings and Recommendations. Asia-Pacific Association for Agricultural Research Institutions (APAARI), Bangkok, Thailand, xii+55p

Book Chapters

• M.S.V.H. Priyashadi, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, U.A.D. Jayasinghe (2021). Value Chain Analysis of the Marine Ornamental Reef Fishery in Trincomalee, Eastern Sri Lanka. In: Transforming Coastal Zone for Sustainable Food and Income Security, 991-999.

• Deepananda K.H.M.A. (2011). Mariculture, present trends and future prospects for Sri Lanka. In: Conditions for entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka: A handbook (Editor: Bjorn Willy Amo), pp 285-314, Shaker Verlag Gmbh, Achen, Germany

• Clive Jones, Upali Amarasinghe, Sena De Silva, Dileepa de Croos, S. Digamadulla, Asanka Jayasinghe, G.A.T.K. Yomal, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, Ann Fleming (2021). Assessing production of giant freshwater prawns in reservoirs in Sri Lanka. Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR), GPO Box 1571, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia (ISBN: 978-1-922635-26-6)

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A. (2024). Human health risk attributed to consumption of seafood and recreation swimming in Negombo Lagoon, Sri Lanka: An assessment on lagoon water and inhabitant oysters (Crassostrea cucullata Born, 1778), Marine Pollution Bulletin, 201, 116189

• Macusi, E.D., Bersaldo, M.J.I., Katikiro, R.E., Fadli, N., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Mozumder, M.M.H. (2024). Impacts, challenges, and adaptation of small-scale fishers during the COVID-19 pandemic in selected tropical countries, Aquatic Sciences, 86(2), 33

• Priyashadi, M.S.V.H. Edirimanna, E.M.A.P., Hettiarachchi, S.A., Deepananda, K.H.M.A. (2024). Substrate characteristics determine the distribution and abundance of reef and reef-associated fish: A comprehensive study in protected and non-protected coral ecosystems of Sri Lanka, Ocean Science Journal, 59:6

• Amaralal K.H.M.L., E.M.A.P. Edirimanna, W.A.S.W. Lakmini, K.K.D. Chamodi, A.U. Kuragodage, R.G. Sanuja, E.G.K.Y.C. Bandara, M.M.A.S. Maheepala, M.N.D.F. Abeykoon, K.P.G.L. Sadaruwan, S. Kuganathan, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2023). Impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on the fisheries sector of Sri Lanka. Marine Policy. 147: 105339

• M.S.V.H. Priyashadi, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, A. Jayasinghe (2022). Socio-economic development of marine ornamental reef fish fishers in eastern Sri Lanka through the lenses of Human Development Index. Marine Policy, 143, 105136

• A.U. Kuragodage, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, P.R.T. Cumaranatunga (2022). Effect of light colour on Gracilaria edulis growth and agar. International Aquatic Research. doi: 10.22034/IAR.2022.1950279.1231

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., K. Wewalwala, P.K.W.I.N. Rathnayake, H.M.V. Udayantha, G.A.T.K. Yomal, R.B.D.D. Senarathne, A.U. Kuragodage and S.U. Thuduwage (2021). Ichthyofauna of Maben Wathurawa Swamp Forest, southwestern Sri Lanka. TAPROBANICA, 10 (1): 54–57

• Balangoda, A., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, H.C.E. Wegiriya (2017). Effects of Environmental Contamination and Acute Toxicity of N-Nitrate on Early Life Stages of Endemic Arboreal Frog, Polypedates cruciger (Blyth, 1852). Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, 100(2): 195-201.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., U.S. Amarasinghe, U.K. Jayasinghe-Mudalige (2016). Neither bust nor boom: Institutional robustness in the beach seine fishery of southern Sri Lanka. Ocean & Coastal Management, 128: 61-73

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., U.S. Amarasinghe, U.K. Jayasinghe-Mudalige, Fikret Berkes (2016). Stilt fisher knowledge in southern Sri Lanka as an expert system: A strategy towards co-management. Fisheries Research. 174: 288-297.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., U.S. Amarasinghe, U.K. Jayasinghe-Mudalige (2015). Indigenous knowledge in the beach seine fisheries in Sri Lanka: An indispensable factor in community-based fisheries management. Marine Policy, 57: 69–77

• Katikiro, R., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, E. Macusi (2015). Interplay between perceived changes in fishery and social structures in Tanzanian coastal fishing communities. Fisheries Research, 164: 249–253

• Katikiro, R.E., E.D. Macusi, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2015). Challenges facing local communities in Tanzania in realising locally-managed marine areas. Marine Policy, 51: 220-229.

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., Edison D. Macusi (2013). Human Disturbance in a Tropical Rocky Shore Reduces Species Diversity. Philipp. Scient. 50: 39–58

• Katikiro, R., E. Macusi, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2013). Changes in Fisheries and Social Dynamics in Tanzanian Coastal Fishing Communities. Western Indian Ocean J. Mar. Sci., 12(2):  95-110

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., Macusi, E.D. (2012). Human disturbance on macrobenthic assemblages and the role of Marine Protected Areas in reducing its impact. Philippine Agricultural Scientist, 95(1): 51-62. 

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., D. Gajamange, W.A.J.P. De Silva, H.C.E. Wegiriya (2011). Acute toxicity of a glyphosate herbicide, Roundup, to two freshwater crustaceans. J. Natn. Sci. Foundation Sri Lanka, 39 (2): 169-173.

Indexed Journals (Other)

• Sanuja, R.G., Jayasinghe, U.A.D., Lakshman, P.L.N., Deepananda, K.H.M.A. (2024). The trophic state of the reservoir influences the allometric coefficient and condition factor of Giant Freshwater Prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) cultured in perennial reservoirs of Sri Lanka, Davao Research Journal

• Priyashadi, M.S.V.H., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Jayasinghe, A. (2023). Socio-ecological status of marine ornamental reef fishery in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka - An application of strategic SWOT analysis, Davao Research Journal (DRJ), 14, pp. 103–115

• Deepananda K. H. M. A., U. S. Amarasinghe (2021). Local Ecological Knowledge in Community-Based Management as Smart Management Options for Coastal Fisheries: A Review of the Sri Lanka Context. J. Indian Soc. Coastal Agric. Res. 39(2): 30-48.

• Amaralal K. H. M. L., N. Abeykoon, K. H. M. A. Deepananda (2021). Indo-Sri Lanka Fishing Conflict in the Palk Bay and its Implications for Fisheries. J. Indian Soc. Coastal Agric. Res. 39(2): 141-151.

• Titus, L.P., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, P.R.T. Cumaranatunga (2017). Physicochemical environment of Malala Lagoon in Southern Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka J. Aquat. Sci. 22(2): 129-139. 

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., U.S. Amarasinghe, U.K. Jayasinghe-Mudalige (2016). Herklotsichthys quadrimaculatus Korumburuwa in the stilt fishery in Southern Sri Lanka: Are they really poisonous? Sri Lanka J. Aquatic. Sci. 21(1): 73-75.

• Edison D. Macusi, Neil Angelo S. Abreo, Ginalyn C. Cuenca, Cyril Tom B. Ranara, Lemuel T. Cardona, Michael B. Andam, Grace C. Guanzon, Robert E. Katikiro, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2015). The potential impacts of climate change on freshwater fish, fish culture and fishing communities. Journal of Nature Studies, 14 (2): 14-31.

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., T. Priyadarshana, W.U.I. Lenarolle, H.M.V. Udayantha (2014). Indian carps reproducing naturally in Udawalawe reservoir, Sri Lanka. AACL Bioflux, 7(5): 333-341.

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., H.S. Arsecularatne (2013). Distribution and Abundance of Finfish Larvae in Coastal Waters off the Rekawa, Sri Lanka. Journal of Environment, 02 (03): 79-84

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., H. M. V. Udayantha (2013). Manmade Rocky Shore Habitats Create Stress on Existing Biota. Journal of Environmental Professionals Sri Lanka, 2(2): 32-41

• Harris, J.M., P. Vinobaba, Deepananda K.H.M.A. (2013). Ichthyo Diversity of Batticaloa Lagoon, Sri Lanka and Needs for Their Conservation. Journal of Environment, 02 (02):  25-33

• Deepananda K.H.M.A. (2013). Effect of Cage Type and Flooring on Reproductive Performance of Laboratory Rats. Journal of Biology, 01 (04): 86-91

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., W.A.J.P. De Silva (2013). Mechanism of Paraquat Action Shows Interference in Spermatogenesis and Epididymal Maturation of Sperm in Mice. Journal of Biology, 01 (03): 67-76

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., Macusi ED. (2012). The changing climate and its implications to capture fisheries: A review. Journal of Nature Studies, 11 (1 & 2): 71-87.

• Edison D. Macusi, Robert E. Katikiro, Deepananda K.H.M.A., Leah A. Jimenez, Alen R. Conte, Nur Fadli (2011). Human induced degradation of coastal resources in Asia pacific and implications on management and food security. Journal of Nature Studies. 9(2)/10(1): 13-28.

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Gajamange, D. (2007). Pseudodiaptomus annandalei (Copepoda: Pseudodiaptomidae) from coastal waters of Sri Lanka. Zoos’ Print Journal. 22(11): 2878-2880.

• Deepananda K.H.M.A. (2013). Implications of Climate Change on Fishers. Research Journal of the University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka - Rohana, 9: 47-76.

• Balangoda, B.M.A.R., Deepananda K.H.M.A., H.C.E. Wegiriya (2008). Effects of Pottasium nitrates (an N-Nitrate Pollutant) on the survival of aquatic development stages of an endemic common tree frog, Polypedates cruciger (Amphibia: Rachophoridae) under the laboratory conditions. In: proceedings of sixth academic sessions (Editor-in-Chief Tilak P.D. Gamage), University of Ruhuna, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, pp. 360-363.

• Balangoda, B.M.A.R., Deepananda K.H.M.A., Wegiriya, H.C.E. (2007). Influence of N-nitrate pollutant on development of endemic common arboreal frog Polypedates cruciger (Amphibia: Rhacophoridae). In: Fernando, A.I. (eds.), Proceedings of the fourth academic sessions. University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, pp 170-176.

• Premachandra, W.T.S.D, Lasanthi, A.H.P., Deepananda K.H.M.A., Jayasinghe, R.C. (2007). Infestation of root-knot nematodes, Meloidogyne species, associated with selected vegetable crops in Matara District Sri Lanka. In: Fernando, A.I. (eds.), Proceedings of the fourth academic sessions. University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, pp 159-163.

• Premachandra, W.T.S.D., Lasanthi, A.H.P., Deepananda K.H.M.A., Jayasinghe, R.C. (2005). A preliminary study on root-knot nematodes, Meloidogyne species and their bacterial hyper-parasites, Pasteuria penetrans associated with Spinach in Matara District. In: Liyanage, M. de S. (eds,), Proceedings of the third academic sessions. University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka. pp 127-130.

• Manawadu, U.D., Deepananda K.H.M.A., Wegiriya, H.C.E. (2005). Comparative study on the diversity and abundance of mosquito fauna in relation to anthropogenic activities and environmental factors in selected sites of Matara District. In: Liyanage, M. de S. (eds,), Proceedings of the third academic sessions. University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka. pp 121-126.

• Manawadu, U.D., Deepananda K.H.M.A., Wegiriya, H.C.E. (2005). Diversity and abundance of mosquito larvae in urban and rural sites of Matara area. Proceedings of the Science Symposium, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka 3: 99-106.

Symposia (International)

• Jayasinghe, Asanka, Yomal, G.A.T.K., Sanuja, R.G., Deepananda, K.H.M.A. (2023). Applicability of riverine giant freshwater prawn Macrobrachium rosenbergii to develop culture-based fisheries in reservoirs of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the International Fisheries Symposium (IFS), Bangkok, Thailand.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A.; Kuragodage, A.U.; Jayasinghe, Asanka; Jones, Clive (2023). Harvest and postharvest losses are significant along the export-oriented giant freshwater prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) market chain in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Global Meet on Giant Prawns (GF), Bangkok, Thailand

• Sanuja, R.G., Jayasinghe, A., Deepananda, K.H.M.A. (2023). Carapace length of Macrobrachium rosenbergii assists to determine chitin and chitosan yeild from exuviae. Proceedings of the Global Meet on Giant Prawns (GF), Bangkok, Thailand

• Kuragodage, A.U., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Jayasinghe, A., Jones, Clive (2023). Colour changes in outer shell during cold storage is an indicator of postharvest quality of giant freshwater prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) captured from reservoirs in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Global Meet on Giant Prawns (GF), Bangkok, Thailand.

• Silva, S.S.U.; Jayasinghe, A., Deepananda, K.H.M.A; Jones, Clive M.; Perera, S.A.D.M. (2023). Natural food of riverine Macrobrachium rosenbergii after stocking in reservoirs of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Global Meet on Giant Prawns (GF), Bangkok, Thailand.

• Mithila, D., Jayasinghe, A., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Wijenayake, W.M.H.K., Silva, S. (2023). Investigating the distribution of giant freshwater prawns (Macrobachium rosenbergii) stocked in reservoirs of Sri Lanka with varying bottom characteristics: a comparison with indigenous knowledge. Proceedings of the Global Meet on Giant Prawns (GF), Bangkok, Thailand.

• Sanuja R.G., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, U.A.D. Jayasinghe and P.L.N. Lakshman (2022). Relationship between reservoir morphometry and chitin yield of giant freshwater prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) collected from different reservoirs in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of 9th Ruhuna International Science & Technology Conference, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka

• Amaraweera K.W.R.R., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, and U.A.D. Jayasinghe (2022). Identification of suitable sites for freshwater aquaculture in the flood-prone areas of the Nilwala river basin, using land-use patterns and soil quality. Proceedings of 9th Ruhuna International Science & Technology Conference, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka.

• Priyashadi, M.S.V.H., K.H.M.A. Deepananda and U.A.D. Jayasinghe (2021). Value chain of the Marine Ornamental Reef Fish Trade in Trincomalee, Eastern Sri Lanka. International Symposium on Coastal Agriculture: Transforming Coastal Zone for Sustainable Food and Income Security, Indian Society of Coastal Agricultural Research (ISCAR) Canning Town, West Bengal, India.

• Yomal G.A.T.K., U.A.D. Jayasinghe, K.H.M.A. Deepananda and U.S. Amarasinghe (2020). Relationship between reservoir morphometry and the culture-based fisheries yield of giant freshwater prawn in selected reservoirs of Sri Lanka. 7^th Ruhuna International Science & Technology Conference, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka.

• Upeshika, M.K., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, S.S. Herath (2019). Effect of Water hardness on the survival and growth performance of Platy fish (Xiphophorus maculatus). International Symposium on Agriculture & Environment (ISAE), The Blue Water Hotel, Wadduwa, Sri Lanka.

• Bandara, E.G.K.Y.C., H.A.D. Ruwandeepika, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2017). Ability of Aquatic Pathogen; Vibrio campbelli to form biofilm on different abiotic surfaces. The 4th International Conference on Fisheries and Aquaculture, Colombo, Sri Lanka. 

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Villanueva M.C., U.S. Amarasinghe, U.K. Jayasinghe-Mudalige (2016). Fishers’ knowledge as smart fishing compass and management tips. MSEAS 2016 International Conference, Brest, France. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.2808.5365

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., U.S. Amarasinghe, U.K. Jayasinghe-Mudalige (2015). Role of Transaction Costs in Resource Planning and Management in Community-based Beach seine Fisheries in Sri Lanka. 15th Biennial Global Conference of the International Association for the Study of the Commons, Edmonton, AB, Canada.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., U.S. Amarasinghe, U.K. Jayasinghe-Mudalige (2015). Role of Indigenous Knowledge in Community Based Coastal Fishery Management: Case of Beach-seine & “Stilt-fishing” in Southern Sri Lanka. 15th Biennial Global Conference of the International Association for the Study of the Commons, Edmonton, AB, Canada.

• Robert E. Katikiro, Edison Macusi, Deepananda K.H.M.A. (2013). Tandilo fishing as a coping strategy for women in coastal fishing communities. Preceding of the MARE conference People and the Sea VII, Amsterdam, The Netherland.

• Robert E. Katikiro, Edison Macusi, Deepananda K.H.M.A. (2013). Impacts of hand-out offers on livelihoods of coastal fishing communities. Preceding of the MARE conference People and the Sea VII, Amsterdam, The Netherland.

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., Edison D. Macusi (2010). Human disturbance in a tropical rocky shore reduces species diversity. Proceedings of the SESAM anniversary symposium “Institution and community participation in Biodiversity conservation and environmental protection”, held at University of the Philippines Los Banos, Philippines.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Chandana, E.P.S., Lasanthi, A.H.P., Ravindra, W., Samayawardhena, L.A. (2003). Do salinity sensitive copepods Pseudodiaptomus annandalei Sewell, 1919 (Pseudodiaptomidae) and Acartiella minor Sewell, 1919 (Acartidae) share same niche: A case study from Malala lagoon Bundala National Park, A Ramsar site Sri Lanka. Abstracts of papers, International Conference on Conservation of Wetlands: Conflict or Compromise, The King’s Court, Trans Asia Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

• Chandana, E.P.S., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Lasanthi, A.H.P., Priyadarshani, K.G.,  Siriwardana, V.P.I.,  Weerasinghe, I.M.J., Senarathna, R.J.P.S., Athukorale, R., Ravindra, W., Amarasinghe, N.J.D.S., Peiris, L.D.C., Samayawardhena, L.A., (2002). Morphometric differentiation of three unknown Calanoid copepods, including one Acartia species, found in Bundala National park (A Ramsar site Sri Lanka) water bodies; Proceedings of the 8th International conference on copepoda, National Taiwan Ocean University, Keelung, Taiwan, R.O.C.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Priyangani, P.M.C., Samayawardhena, L.A. (2002). Could route of exposure change male reproductive effects of a toxicant? A study using Paraquat in male mice. Annual conference, Society for Reproduction and fertility, University of Leeds, UK.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Priyangani, P.M.C., Samanthi, A.G., Samayawardhena, L.A. (2002). Low concentration of Paraquat interfere with spermatogenesis to sperm maturation processes and lowers fertilization potential in rats. Annual conference, Society for Reproduction and fertility, University of Leeds, UK.

• Samayawardhena, L.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Deepananda, K.H.M.A. (2002). An investigation of rat cauda sperm storage using ligations. Abstract of papers, the 3rd international conference on the Epididymis, Omni Hotel, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA

Symposia (National)

• Silva, J.P.A., R.G. Sanuja, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2022). Predicting catch trend of Triggerfish (Canthidermis maculata) and Indian scad (Decapterus russelli) in the Indian Ocean using environmental conditions. Proceedings of the Twnty eighth Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR). Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. 

• Navodya, H.D., H.B. Asanthi, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2022). Cadmium accumulation and depuration in gills, liver, and muscle of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus). Proceedings of the Twnty eighth Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR). Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

• Priyashadi, M.S.V.H., U.A.D. Jayasinghe, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2022). Composition and abundance of commercial catches of marine ornamental reef fish at Trincomalee coast, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Twnty eighth Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR). Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

• Amaraweera, K.W.R.R., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, U. A. D. Jayasinghe (2022). Growth performances and economic gain of Giant freshwater prawn in culture-based fisheries: A case study in a minor perennial reservoir, Matara district in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Twnty eighth Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR). Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

• Senevirathna, P.A.S.A., R.G. Sanuja, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2022). Present status of stake net (Kattudel) fishery in Chilaw lagoon, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Twenty eighth Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR). Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

• Kuragodage, A.U., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, U.A.D. Jayasinghe, C. Jones, S.S.U. Silva, S.P.I.C. Silva, S.A.D.M. Perera (2022). Current post-harvest practices in trade of giant freshwater prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) in reservoirs of Hambantota and Monaragala districts, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Twnty eighth Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR). Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

• Samitha, N.T., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, R.G. Sanuja (2022). Predicting Fishing Grounds of the Offshore and High Seas Longline Fishery of Sri Lanka Using Oceanographic Conditions in the Indian Ocean. Proceedings of the 1^st Symposium on Ocean and Freshwater Systems (SOFS). Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

• Pramodhi, H.H.S., S.U. Pathiranage, E.G.K.Y.C. Bandara, L.N.L.P Jayasinghe, K.V.D.M. Hasintha, H.C. Nadishani, D.N.N. Madushanka, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, H.A.D. Ruwandeepika (2022). Enumeration, Isolation and Antibıotic Sensitivity of Vibrios ın Post-Larvae of Macrobrachium rosenbergii. Proceedings of the 1^st Symposium on Ocean and Freshwater Systems (SOFS). Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

• Jeevaneshan, T., R.G. Sanuja, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2022). Prediction of the yield of Skipjack Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) Using Remote Sensing Techniques. Proceedings of the 1^st Symposium on Ocean and Freshwater Systems (SOFS). Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

• Priyashadi M.S.V.H., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, and U.A.D. Jayasinghe (2021). Demographic and Socio-economic status of marine ornamental reef fishers in Trincomalee, Eastern Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 27^th Annual Scientific Sessions of Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka

• B.D.M. Mihiran, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, and P.R.T. Cumaranatunga (2021). Morphometric characteristics and length-weight relationship of Anguilla bicolor bicolor (McClelland, 1844) elvers migrating to Mahavilachchiya reservoir of Anuradhapura district, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 27^th Annual Scientific Sessions of Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka

• Sanuja R.G., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, U.A.D. Jayasinghe, P.L.N. Lakshman (2021). Correlations among flesh and shell yields and morphometric characteristics of Macrobrachium rosenbergii (de Man, 1879) collected from different reservoirs in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 27^th Annual Scientific Sessions of Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka

• Mihiran B.D.M., K.H.M.A. Deepananda and P.R.T. Cumaranatunga (2021). Length-weight relationship and condition factor of Anguilla bicolor bicolor and Anguilla nebulosa nebulosa in selected perennial reservoirs of Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

• Bopitiya B.V.S.M., S.U. Pathiranage, G.C.P. Fernando, H.A.D. Ruwandeepika, E.G.K.Y.C. Bandara and K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2021). Characterization of Biofilm Formation by Vibrios Isolated from Penaeus monodon. Proceedings of the 18^th Academic Sessions, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Jayasingha, M.V., K.H.M.A. Deepananda and K.B.S. Gunawickrama (2020). Beach seine fishery yield at selected landing sites of the Kalutara district: Past trends and future predictions. 26^th Annual session of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR), University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, pp 19

• Edirimanne, E.M.A.P., H.S.A Hettiarachchi and K.H.M.A Deepananda (2020). Habitat preferences of marine ornamental and reef associated fish in Bonavista reef, Galle, Sri Lanka. 26^th Annual session of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR), University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, pp 20.

• Amaraweera, K.W.R.R., K.H.M.A. Deepananda and U.A.D. Jayasinghe (2020). Impact of Rainfall on Riverine fishery in Nilwala basin, Sri Lanka. 26^th Annual session of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR), University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, pp 23

• Kuragodage, A.U., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, P.R.T. Cumaranatunga (2019). Effect of different wavelengths of light on pigment composition and thallus color of red alga, Gracilaria edulis. Proceedings of the 25^th Anniversary Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR), 19^th August 2019. Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, pp 09.

• Yomal, G.A.T.K., U.A.D. Jayasinghe, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, U.S. Amarasinghe (2019). Influence of Trophic State on Culture Based Fisheries yield of Giant Freshwater Prawn Macrobachium rosenbergii (de Man, 1879) in Reservoirs of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 25^th Anniversary Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR), 19^th August 2019. Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, pp 32.

• Priyashadi, M.S.V.H., R.D.N. Wijesinghe, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2019). A preliminary study on marine ornamental fishery in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 25^th Anniversary Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR), 19^th August 2019. Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, pp 39.

• Rathnayake, P.K.W.I.N., R.B.D.D. Senarathne, K. Wewalwala, H.M.V. Udayantha, G.A.T.K. Yomal, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2019). The status of ichthyofauna in Wathurana swamp forest located in Galle district, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 25^th Anniversary Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR), 19^th August 2019. Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, pp 40.

• Kuragodage, A.U., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, P.R.T. Cumaranatunga (2018). Effect of exposure to different colored light on the color and growth parameters of Gracilaria edulis and agar extracted from the thallus. Proceedings of the 24th Annual Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka, pp 26.

• Perera, K.G.L.E.K., D.M.C.N. Gunarathna, S.S. Herath, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2018). Effects of hardening medium and water supply system on growth performance of micro propagated aquatic plant, Lagenandra thwaitsii (Silver Ketala). Proceedings of the 24th Annual Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka, pp 09.

• Weerasena, J.A.S., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, P.R.T. Cumaranatunga (2018). Determination of most suitable mesh size for the enclosures used for Eucheuma cottonii farm. Proceedings of the 24th Annual Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka, pp 39.

• Rathnayake, P.K.W.I.N., K.H.M.A. Deepananda, P.R.T. Cumaranatunga (2018). Catch composition, current status and management strategies of fisheries in Victoria Reservoir, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 24th Annual Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka, pp 25.

• Sanuja, R.G., P.R.T.Cumaranatunga, K.H.M.A. Deepananda, N.K. Kalutharage (2018).  Qualitative and quantitative comparison of Chitosan isolated from Pharaoh Cuttlefish (Sepia pharaonis) bone, Indian Squid (Loligoduvauceli) pen and Tiger Prawn (Penaeus monodon) exoskeleton. Proceedings of the 15th Academic Sessions, University of Ruhuna.

• Ekanayaka, E.S.P., W.S. Weerakkody, P. Chandrarathna, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2018). Comparative assessment of GnRH and LHRH on artificial insemination and embryonic development of Stinging catfish, Hterpneustes fossilis. Proceedings of the 15th Academic Sessions, University of Ruhuna.

• Wijebandara, S.M.A.K., P.R.T. Cumaranatunga, K.H.M.A. Deepananda (2017). Does Tilapia compete with indigenous fish species? Proceedings of the 23rd Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., U.S. Amarasinghe, U.K. Jayasinghe-Mudalige (2015). Institutional robustness averts Hardin's tragedy of the commons in the community-based beach seine fisheries in Sri Lanka. International Postgraduate Research Conference 2015, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., U.S. Amarasinghe, U.K. Jayasinghe-Mudalige (2014). Indigenous knowledge: an indispensable factor in traditional community-based coastal fisheries management in Southern Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the HETC symposium, Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka.

• Rathnayake, R.M.I.M., Deepananda K.H.M.A., Darshani, A.G.S.S. (2013). Impacts of climatic conditions on the prevalence of parasites in Koi Carp, Cyprinus carpio carpio. Proceedings of the Nineteenth Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka.

• Udayantha, H.M.V., Deepananda K.H.M.A. (2013). Coastal breakwaters create stress on biota: a study using natural and manmade rocky shores. Proceedings of the Nineteenth Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka.

• Asanthi, H.B., Silva H.C.C., Sanjaya H.L.K., Deepananda K.H.M.A., Gamage T.P.D., Weerakoon D.E.M., Udayantha H.M.V. and Lanerolle W.U.I (2012). Zooplankton diversity and physico-chemical characteristics in Udawalawe reservoir: a preliminary study of the seasonal dynamics of zooplankton. Proceedings of the Eighteenth Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A. (2011). Anthropogenic disturbances alter the intertidal community structure: an assessment by log-series model. Abstract of Papers, 17th Annual Scientific Sessions, Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A. (2009). The parasites of Puntius species in Nilwala river basin. Abstracts of the Research Dissertations in Zoology, Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Chandana, E.P.S., Priyangani, P.M.C., Priyanka, S.B.T., Weerasinghe, S.S.S., Dharmasiri, H.W., Peiris, L.D.C., Samayawardhena, L.A. (2001). Damages of Paraquat exposure to male reproductive system are persistent and severely affect spermatogenesis to the fertilization process in rats and mice. Proceedings of the 57th annual sessions, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS), Sri Lanka.

• Sudharashanie, K.A.M., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Dharmasiri, H.W., Samaywardhena, L.A. (2001). Epidydimal epithelium may depend on rete-testis fluid for the maintenance of its structural integrity while Epidydimal sperm transfer time of the hamster may be longer than 40 days. Proceedings of the 57th annual sessions, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS), Sri Lanka.

• Wegiriya, H.C.E., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Gamage, A.K. (2001). Survey on the distribution of subterranean entomopathogenic fungi in southern part of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 57th annual sessions, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS), Sri Lanka.

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., De Silva W.A.J.P., Chandana E.P.S., Athukorala R., Samayawardhena, L.A. (2001). Paraquat altered spermatogenesis and sperm maturation processes are expressed for 21 days post treatment in hamsters. Proceedings to the 21st annual sessions of the Institute of Biology (IOB), Sri Lanka.

• Deepananda K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Priyanka, S.B.T., Samayawardhena, L.A. (2001). Effects of Chlorpyrifos on early and late pregnancy in rats. Proceedings to the 21st annual sessions of the Institute of Biology (IOB), Sri Lanka. 

• De Silva, W.A.J.P., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Samayawardhena, L.A. (2001). Sperm could be stored up to 20 days in rat cauda epididymis without considerable loss of motility. Proceedings to the 21st annual sessions of the Institute of Biology (IOB), Sri Lanka. 

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Chandana, E.P.S., Samayawardhena, L.A., Priyanka, S.B.T., Weerasinghe, S.S.S., Pitadeniya, G.S., Peiris, L.D.C., Dharmasiri, H.W. (2000). Chronic exposure to Paraquat alters spermatogenesis and nuclear DNA integrity of Epidydimal sperm in mice. Proceedings to the 20th annual sessions of the Institute of Biology (IOB), Sri Lanka.

• De Silva, W.A.J.P., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Samayawardhena, L.A., Priyanka, S.B.T., Chandana, E.P.S. (2000). Diet composition affects estrous cycle in female rats. Proceedings to the 20th annual sessions of the Institute of Biology (IOB), Sri Lanka.

• Samayawardhena, L.A., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Chandana, E.P.S., Priyanka, S.B.T., Weerasinghe, S.S.S., Pitadeniya, G.S., Peiris, L.D.C. (2000). Effects of acute exposure to paraquat on sperm structure and function in rats. Proceedings to the 20th annual sessions of the Institute of Biology (IOB), Sri Lanka.

• Samayawardhena, L.A., Deepananda, K.H.M.A., De Silva, W.A.J.P., Chandana, E.P.S. (2000). Some niche segregation characteristic of freshwater fish species inhabiting rice fields associated permanent water bodies. Proceedings of the 56th annual sessions, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS), Sri Lanka.

• Deepananda, K.H.M.A., Nilakkarawasam, N. (2000). The parasite of Puntius species in Nilwala river basin. Proceedings of the 6th annual sessions. Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and aquatic Recourses (SLAFAR), Sri Lanka.

• Vice Chancellor’s Award (2021) - The Most Outstanding Promoter of International Relations

• Vice Chancellor’s Award (2019) - The Most Outstanding Scholar of the University of Ruhuna

• NRC Merit Award for Scientific Publications (2018) - Merit Award for Scientific Publication 

• NRC Merit Award for Scientific Publications (2017) - Merit Award for Scientific Publication

• University of the Philippines Los Banos (2010) - Award of Commendation for Best poster presentation at SESAM anniversary symposium

• World Bank and Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka (2011) - Scholarship to read for PhD in Fisheries Management at University of Kaleniya, Sri Lanka under the Higher Education for the Twenty First Century (HETC) Project

• DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst) (2006) - Scholarship to pursue the Master Degree program in International Studies of Aquatic Tropical Ecology at University of Bremen, Germany 

• Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) (2021) - Research grant (grant No: FIS/2018/157) entitled ‘Improved productivity, efficiency and sustainability of the culture-based fishery for finfish and giant freshwater prawn in Sri Lankan reservoirs’

• Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) (2017) – Research grant entitled “Development of culture based fishery for giant freshwater prawn in Sri Lankan reservoirs”

• Biodiversity Secretariat, Ministry of Mahaweli Development & Environment, Sri Lanka (2017) – Research grant entitled ‘Ecological, Biological and Population study of Lepidocephalichthys jonklaasi Deraniyaala, 1956 (Teleostei: Cobitidae)

• Sri Lanka Council for Agricultural Research Policy (CARP), Ministry of Agriculture, Sri Lanka (2011) – Research grant (grant No: NARP/11/URU/FST/01) entitled “Investigation of natural breeding success of Indian Carp species in Udawalawe Reservoir”

• Sri Lanka Council for Agricultural Research Policy (CARP), Ministry of Agriculture, Sri Lanka (2011) – Research grant (grant No: NARP/11/URU/FST/02) entitled “Breeding of marine ornamental fish in captivity by hormonal and environmental manipulation”

• United Nations University, Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS), Bonn, Germany (2007) - Travel grant to attend the workshop on Disaster-Risk-reduction and Sustainable Development in Tsunami affected countries at Gustav-Stresemann-Institute (GSI), Bonn, Germany

• DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst) (2006) - Special Grant to follow 2-month residential preparatory German Language course at Goethe-Institute Bremen, Germany.

• World Association of Copepodologists (WAC) (2002) - Travel award to attend the 8^th International Conference on Copepoda at National Taiwan Ocean University, Keelung, Taiwan, R.O.C. 

• President, Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR) (2021/2022)

• Member of the Board of Directors of National Aquatic Resources Research & Development Agency, Ministry of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Sri Lanka (since 2020)

• Member of the Steering Committee on Research & Development of Fisheries & Aquaculture of the Research Arm, National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka (2021)

• Member of National Committee on Aquatic Resources at Sri Lanka Council for Agricultural Research Policy (SLCARP), Ministry of Agriculture, Sri Lanka (2017-18)

• Member, Review Panel, Performance Review of National Aquaculture Development Authority (NAQDA), National Science and Technology Commission (NASTEC), Sri Lanka (2020-21)

• Vice President, Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR) (2020.2021)

• Secretory, Sri Lanka Association for Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (SLAFAR) (2018)

• Member of National Team for Development of National Competency Standard on Sea Food Technology, coordinated by National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA) and Ocean University of Sri Lanka (2017)

• Member of National Team, Port Biological Baseline Survey - Colombo port, Marine Environmental Protection Authority (MEPA), Sri Lanka (2012)

• Member of National Research Team, Rapid Assessment of the impacts of the Tsunami tidal waves to natural ecosystems in the marine, coastal and associated terrestrial environment along the coastal belt of Sri Lanka, funded by Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources and United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) (2005).

• National Committee Member, Citizen’s Engagement in the Budgetary Process: Developed the mechanism and involved in identifying the Citizen’s expectations at grass root level, and prepared the final report incorporating Citizen’s proposals to be included in the Budgetary process (2017).