The University of Moratuwa proudly celebrates the recognition of Prof. (Mrs.) Dileeka Dias and Ms. Vishaka Nanayakkara in the landmark Asian publication Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Advancing SDGs in Asia, published by the Association of Academies and Societies of Sciences in Asia (AASSA) through its Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Committee. Their inclusion marks a significant achievement for both the University and Sri Lanka. The publication which features 49 women scientists, researchers and leaders from 14 countries across Asia, includes four from Sri Lanka. Significantly, two of the four Sri Lankan women featured are from the University of Moratuwa.

A delegation from Tianjin University, China, comprising three professors together with postgraduate and undergraduate students, visited the Department of Chemical & Process Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Moratuwa, on 25th August 2026. The visit provided an opportunity for academics and students from both universities to exchange knowledge, research insights and ideas in areas of mutual interest, particularly environmental engineering, sustainable technologies, wastewater treatment, and resource recovery. The event was hosted at the University of Moratuwa by Waste to Value (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka.