• Profile
  • Full name

    Dr. A.M.K.R. Bandara

  • Designation

    Senior Lecturer (Specialty: Biostatistics)

  • Research Interests
  •  Linear and Nonlinear Regression,   Nonparametric and Semiparametric Regression,   Generalized Linear Models,   Mixed Linear Models,   Analysis of Longitudinal Data

  • Teaching & Administrative Experience
  • Experience Institue Post Period Remarks
    Teaching Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

    Senior Lecturer in Biostatistics

    2016.03.02 – to date

    Conducting Lectures and practical classes on

    • Computer Literacy
    • Basic Mathematics
    • Basic Statistics
    Design & Analysis of Experiments
    Lecturer in Biostatistics 2008.10.01 – 2016.03.01

    Computer Instructor

    2006.09.15–2008.10.01

    (24 months)

    Visiting lecturer 2005-2006

    Temporary Lecturer

    2004.09.10–2005.09.24

    (12 months)

    Demonstrator

    2003.05.02–2004.09.10

    (16 months)

    Faculty of Applied Sciences, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka Visiting lecturer    

    Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

    Assistant Lecturer

    2002.4.16–2002.12.01

     

    (8 months)

    Conducting Practical classes on Field crop production
    Research

    Sugarcane Research Institute (SRI), Sri Lanka

    Research Officer (Biometry & Data Processing)

    2005.09.26–2006.09.13

    (12 months)

    Designing & Analyzing of Experiments conducted by SRI Research Officers
    Management

    Huejay International

    (pvt) Ltd.
    Assistant Manager

    2002.12.01–2003.05.02

    (5 months)

    Managing Fertilizer application of Carnations and Roses

    Producing cut flowers (Carnations & Roses) for export market
  • Professional Experience
    • University coordinator for implementation of University Higher Education Management Information System (UHEMIS) project.
  • Professional Expertise/Training
    • CIMA foundation level - Charted Institute of Management Accounting, UK
    • Diploma in Computer Studies - IDM Computer Studies (PVT)Ltd, Sri Lanka

    • Diploma in Computer Hardware Engineering - Raytronics Computer System (PVT) Ltd, Sri Lanka

    • Diploma in Computer Network Administration - Raytronics Computer System (PVT) Ltd, Sri Lanka

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  • National Development
    • Development of a user-friendly, time intensive software to computerize the CESS collection process of Sugarcane Research Institute.

    • Statistician- Assessment of Awarding Minor Irrigation rehabilitation Contracts to Framer Organizations: Analyze Impacts for Sustainable Minor Irrigation Development in Sri Lanka by Hector Kobbekaduwa Agrarian Research and Training Institute (2019)
    • Evaluation of Pilot Projects under the Agriculture Sector Modernization Project in the Anuradhapura District, North Central Province of Sri Lanka funded by World Bank (September, 2019)
    • Team leader for the consultancy on impact assessment of vocational training in the northern and eastern provinces of Sri Lanka, implemented by German Development Cooperation (GIZ) (April, 2019)
    • Consultative report on " Agro value chain development and market linkages for sea weeds " by presidential secretariat, Sri Lanka (2016)
    • Consultative report on " Agro value chain development and market linkages for selected fruits and vegetables " by presidential secretariat, Sri Lanka (2016)
    • Consultative report on " Agro value chain development and market linkages for dairy " by presidential secretariat, Sri Lanka (2016)
  • Memberships
    • Life member of Applied Statistics Association of Sri Lanka
  • Publications In Journals
  • International Publications

    • Ginigaddara, G., Lankapura, A., Rupasena, L., & Bandara, A. (2018). Seaweed farming as a sustainable livelihood option for northern coastal communities in Sri Lanka. Future of Food: Journal on Food, Agriculture and Society, 6(1), 57-70.
    • Abeysingha, N.S., Bandara, A.M.K.R. & Singh, S. (2017), Effect of Eppawela High Graded Rock Phosphate (HERP) Applied with Vinasse on Yield and Quality of Sugarcane (Variety CO775), Natl. Acad. Sci. Lett. 40: 253. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40009-017-0570-5.
    • M. H. J. P. Gunarathna, A. M. K. R. Bandara, M. K.N. Kumari and G. Y. Jayasinghe (2017), ‘Principal Component Analysis (PCA) for the Assessment of Hydrological and Physiochemical Parameters of River Water’, International Journal of Science and Nature (IJSN), India.
    • N. W. I. A. Jayawardana, W. A. T. A.  Jayalath, W. M. T. Madhujith, U. Ralapanawa, R. S. Jayasekera, S. A. S. B Alagiyawanna, A. M. K. R. Bandara and N. S. Kalupahana (2017), Aging and obesity are associated with undiagnosed hypertension in a cohort of males in the Central Province of Sri Lanka: a cross-sectional descriptive study. BMC Cardiovascular Disorders, 17,165. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12872-017-0600-8
    • N. W. I. A. Jayawardana, W. A. T. A.  Jayalath, W. M. T. Madhujith, U. Ralapanawa, R. S. Jayasekera, S. A. S. B Alagiyawanna, A. M. K. R. Bandara and N. S. Kalupahana (2017), Lifestyle factors associated with obesity in a cohort of males in the central province of Sri Lanka: a cross-sectional descriptive study. BMC Public Health, 17, 27. http://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-016-3963-3
    • W. M. R. S. K. Warnasooriya, T. Sivananthawerl, H. M. G. S. B. Hitinayake, and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2016), ‘ Site Quality of Khaya ( Khaya senegalanesis ) Plantations in Sri Lanka as Indicated by Height – Diameter Relation and Top Height’ , International Journal of Agriculture, Forestry and Plantation, pp 171 -180.
    • N. W. I. A. Jayawardana, W. A. T. A. Jayalath, W. M. T. Madhujith, U. Ralapanawa, R. S. Jayasekera, S. A. S. B. Alagiyawanna, A. M. K. R. Bandara, and N. S. Kalupahana (2015), ‘Prevalence and Risk Factors Associated with Nutrition Related Non – Communicable Diseases in a Cohort of Males in the Central Province of Sri Lanka’, International Journal of Nutrition and Food Sciences, World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, pp 501.
    • Aging and obesity are associated with undiagnosed hypertension in a cohort of males in the Central Province of Sri Lanka: a cross-sectional descriptive study .N Jayawardana, W Jayalath, WMT Madhujith, U Ralapanawa,R.S.Jayasekara,S.A.S.B.Alagiyawanna,A.M.K.R.Bandara,N.S.Kalupahana .BMC cardiovascular disorders 17 (1), 165

    • Lifestyle factors associated with obesity in a cohort of males in the central province of Sri Lanka: a cross-sectional descriptive study              N Jayawardana, W Jayalath, WMT Madhujith, U Ralapanawa,,R.S.Jayasekara,S.A.S.B.Alagiyawanna,A.M.K.R.Bandara,N.S.Kalupahana., BMC public health 17 (1), 27

    • Effect of Eppawela high graded rock phosphate (HERP) applied with vinasse on yield and quality of sugarcane (variety CO775),NS Abeysingha, A Bandara, S Singh,National Academy science letters 40 (4), 253-256 

    • Recent Rainfall Trend over Sri Lanka (1987 to 2017),WDS Nisansala, NS Abeysingha, A Islam, A Bandara,International Journal of Climatolog - 2019

       National Publication

    • M. A. R. K. Mandanayale, U. G. A. I. Sirisena, A. M. K. R. Bandara, A. P. Bentota, K. S. Hemachandra, H. L. K. Liyanage, W. M. U. K. Rathnayake, and U. C. Kahawaththa (2015), ‘Temporal Variation of Insect Pest Populations of Rice and their Relationship with Meteorological Variables in Batalagoda, Sri Lanka, Annals of Sri Lanka Department of Agriculture, pp 56 – 58.
    • T. M. S. C. Menike, L. P. Rupasena, and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2015), Access and Use of Information by Smallholder Rubber Farmers in Warakapola Divisional Secretariat Area, Third International Research Symposium, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 117 – 125.
    • S. L. A. I. Prasadini, N. W. I. A. Jayawardana, C. S. Ranadheera, R. M. U. Ratnayake and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2014), ‘Assessment of Dietary Patterns of Adolescents in Schools of Anuradhapura Municipal Council Area’, 6th Annual Research Symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 42.
    • R. A. C. Jayanthi, N. W. I. A. Jayawardana, C. S. Ranadheera, R. M. U. Rathnayake and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2014), ‘Assessment of Life Style and Nutritional Status of Adolescents in Schools of Anuradhapura Municipal Council Area’, 6th Annual Research Symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 43.
    • L. Mohomad Ali, G. A. S. Ginigaddara, P. D. Kahandage, A. P. S. Fernando, and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2013), ‘Effect of Plough Layer Depth on Growth and Yield of Rice in Dry Zone of Sri Lanka’ , Third Annual Research Symposium, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 53 – 54.
    • J. A. Premasiri, C. B. H. M. Premarathne, and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2013), ‘Agricultural Sub – Language Used by Farming Community: Special Focus on Anuradhapura District’, Third Annual Research Symposium, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 131 – 132.
    • H. M. P. Abeyrathna, M. W. C. D. Palliyaguru, W. W. D. A. Gunawardena, A. M. K. R. Bandara and C. S. Ranadheera (2012), ‘Effects of Treated Rice Straw as A Night Feed on the Performance of Dairy Cattle’, Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 13.
    • U. W. A. Jayathilaka, S. Premaratne, G. G. C. Premalal, G. A. S. Ginigaddara and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2012), ‘Seed Production, Dry Matter Yield and Nutritive Value of Rye Grass (Lolium spp.) Grown in Upcountry Wet Zone of Sri Lanka ’, Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 16.
    • L. Mohamed Ali, G. A. S. Ginigaddara, P. D. Kahandage, A. P. S. Fernando and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2012), ‘Depth of Ploughing on Growth and Yield of Rice in Dry zone of Sri Lanka’, Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 56.
    • H. A. M. Sanjeewa, G. A. S. Ginigaddara, Ashoka Gunawardhana and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2011), ‘Analysis and Comparison among Three Selected Dairy Farming Villages (DFVs) in Anuradhapura District’, Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 10.
    • S. W. S. U. Wijesurendra, H. W. Cyril, Sujatha Premarathne and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2011), ‘Development of Fish Sauce Using Silver Carplet Fish ’, Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 14.
    • H. G. N. C. Padmasiri, T. V. Sundarabatathy, A. R. Mudalige, Sujatha Premaratne and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2011), ‘Effects of Different Organic Fertilizers on Plankton Production and Growth of Inland Carp (Catla catla) Fry ’, Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 16.
    • G. C. Dharmawardana, Udeni Edirisinghe, Sujatha Premarathne and A. M. K. R. Bandara (2011), ‘Suitability of A Formulated Low Cost Feed Using Locally Available Raw Materials for Guppy ( Poecelia reticulata) Growers and Breeders’, Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, pp 21.
    • Temporal variation of insect pest populations of rice and their relationshp with meteorological variables in batalagoda, Sri Lanka,M Mandanayake, U Sirisena, A Bandara, AP Bentota, ...,Annals of Sri Lanka Department of Agriculture 17, 56-58   
    • Effect of Plough Layer Depth on Growth and Yield of Rice in Dry Zone of Sri Lanka,IL Mohamed Ali, GAS Ginigaddara, PD Kahandage, APS Fernando, ...,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka 
  • Courses And Training Attended
  • Name of the Course

    Institute

    Crop Experimentation

    PGIA Peradeniya,

    Sri Lanka

    Geo-Informatics System

    PGIA Peradeniya,

     Sri Lanka

    e- Learning Technology

    University  Colombo School of Computing

    Colombo, Sri Lanka

  • Supervisions Of Research Projects
  •  

    • Present Status of Agriculture Extension and Advisory Services Provision for Food Crops in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka, SHD Sellawaduge, A Bandara, AIY Lankapura,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka             - 2019
    • Willingness to Adopt Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) by Vegetable Farmers in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka,AAM Jayarathne, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2019
    • Effect of Glyphosate Banning and Adaptions of Maize Farmers in Dry-Zone, Sri Lanka,Kahawandala, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lankam – 2019
    • Seaweed farming as a sustainable livelihood option for northern coastal communities in Sri Lanka,GAS Ginigaddara, AIY Lankapura, LP Rupasena, A Bandara,Future of Food: Journal on Food,Agriculture and Society 6 (1), 57-70     - 2018
    • Adaptability and Effectiveness of Sustainable Certification Schemes in Low Country Tea Sector, Sri Lanka: A Case Study in Deniyaya,N Sanjeewa, A Bandara, N Premarathne,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka     - 2018
    • Potential to Expand the Cut Flower Industry Among Rural Housewives in Bandarawela, Sri Lanka,S De Silva, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2018
    • Comparison of Soil Properties Between Organic and Conventional Rice Farming Systems in Sri Lanka,KS Waduge, M Amarasekara, A Bandara, R Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2018
    • Aging and obesity are associated with undiagnosed hypertension in a cohort of males in the Central Province of Sri Lanka: a cross-sectional descriptive study,N Jayawardana, W Jayalath, WMT Madhujith, U Ralapanawa, ...,BMC cardiovascular disorders 17 (1), 165 2017
    • Lifestyle factors associated with obesity in a cohort of males in the central province of Sri Lanka: a cross-sectional descriptive study,N Jayawardana, W Jayalath, WMT Madhujith, U Ralapanawa, ...BMC public health 17 (1), 27  - 2017
    • Effect of Eppawela high graded rock phosphate (HERP) applied with vinasse on yield and quality of sugarcane (variety CO775),NS Abeysingha, A Bandara, S Singh,National Academy science letters 40 (4), 253-256 - 2017
    • Purchasing decision making and consumer preference for traditional rice in Sri Lanka: A case study in Kegalle district,GAS Ginigaddara, J Madushika, A Bandara, SP Dissanayaka,international Journal of Advanced Scientific Research and Management 2 (4) – 2017
    • Dietary Constituents Associated With Non-Communicable Disease Risk Factors Among University Staff Members,SHM Sandamali, AFF Shuhadha, N Jayawardana, T Madhujith,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka            - 2017
    • Factors Affecting Non-Performing Credit and Card Centre Profit,WNK Perera, A Bandara, DAM Perera,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka -  2017
    • Determinants of Customer Satisfaction in Domestic Consumer Loan Market: A Case Study of People's Bank Kalutara Region in Sri Lanka,HM Jayasekara, A Bandara, DAM Perera,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2017
    • Socio-Economic, Cultural and Agronomic Limitations for Adaptation of Rubber Cultivation in Northern Province of Sri Lanka, GNS Premarathna, GAS Ginigaddara, ES Munasinghe, A Bandara.,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka -  2017
    • Factors Affecting the Use of Fertilizer by Medium and Large Scale Coconut Farmers in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka,S Senadheera, A Bandara, HAJ Gunathilake,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka       -2017
    • Low Profitability in Tea Industry: A Case in Upcountry Cluster-1 of Elpitiya Plantation,AIY Lankapura, YM Wickramasinghe, A Bandara, Extended Abstracts       -              2016
    • Site quality of khaya (Khaya senegalenesis) plantations in sri lanka as indicated by height-diameter relation and top height,W Warnasooriya, T Sivananthawerl, H,Hitinayake, A Bandara          -2016
    • Factors Contributing to Financial Loss in Upcountry Tea Plantation (Cluster-1) of Elpitiya Plantation,AIY Lankapura, YM Wickramasinghe, A Bandara, MI Izzadeen,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka               -2016
    • Development of Ready to Serve Chicken Meat Spread,R Rathnayake, N Jayawardana, A Bandara, M Senavirathna,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka               -2016
    • Factors Affecting Consumer Buying Behavior of Tea: Case Study in Western Province,HHM Gayathri, A Bandara, LP Rupasena, S Witharana,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka           -2016
    • Impact of the Maximum Retail Price of Rice on Rice Market in Sri Lanka,CM Madushani, YM Wickramasinghe, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka        -2016
    • Analysis of selected Determinants of the Long Run Supply of the Value Added Tea for Russian Export Market from Sri Lanka,VGE Karunathilake, A Bandara, APS Fernando,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2016
    • Levels of Cadmium, Arsenic and Lead in Selected Vegetable and Water Samples in Medawachchiya and Ipalogama Divisional Secretariats, Anuradhapura District of Sri Lanka,GU Bhashini, N Jayawardana, CR Gunawardane, A Bandara, ...,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2016
    • Assessment of Nutritional Status of Undergraduates in the Faculty of Agriculture, Rarata University of Sri Lanka,M Samarathunga, N Jayawardana, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2016
    • Factors affecting consumer preference and market demand of traditional rice varieties in kagalle district,J Madushika, GAS Ginigaddara, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka  - 2016
    • Access and Use of Information by Smallholder Rubber Farmers in Warakapola Divisional Secretariat Area,T Menike, LP Rupasena, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka        - 2015  
    • Economics of Turmeric Production and Marketing in Major Turmeric Growing Districts in Sri Lanka,A Abeynayaka, A Bandara, PR Idamekorala, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2015
    • The Relationship between Gender and Effectiveness in Technology Transfer Among Agriculture Instructors: A Case Study on Paddy Farmers in Anuradhapura District,DMK Dulanjila, N Somarathna, GAS Ginigaddara, S Karalliyadda, ..Rajarata University of Sri Lanka- 2015
    • Determination of Total Antioxidant Content of Selected Banana Varieties in Sri Lanka,HMN Wijesooriya, N Jayawardana, D Gunasekara, P Senadeera, ...Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka -  2015
    • Price Analysis of Selected Low Country Vegetables,MHN Fernando, LP Rupasena, S Karalliyadda, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka   - 2015
    • Total Antioxidant Content of Selected Rice (Oryza Sativa L) Varieties at Different Germination Stages,DKK Keerthirathne, N Jayawardana, D Gunasekara, P Senadeera, ...,Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka            - 2015
    • Heavy Metal Contamination in Water and Food Samples at Padaviya and Medirigiriya Divisional Secretariat Divisions of North Central Province, Sri Lanka,K Saraniya, N Jayawardana, B Thilakarathne, A Bandara,Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka-  2015
    • Association of Nutritional Status With Life Style Patterns of Adults Hospitalized Due to an Acute Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study Conducted in Peradeniya Teaching Hospital …,KAD BMS Devika, N Jayawardana, W Jayalath, A Bandara, ...,Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka-2015
    • Is Tank Cleaner Suitable to Develop A Food Product?,G Karunarathna, R Wathsala, N Jayawardana, A Bandara, B Tilakaratne,Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka-2015
    • Nutritional Status and Cognitive Capability In a Cohort of Adolescents in Eppawala, Anuradhapura,H Dayananda, N Jayawardana, A Bandara,Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2015
    • Women's Contribution in Care-Economy: A Case Study on Women Serving in Formal Sector Jobs,R Jinadasa, N Somarathna, GAS Ginigaddara, S Karalliyadda, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka        - 2015
    • Assessment of Dietary Patterns of Adolescents in Schools of Anuradhapura Municipal Council Area,S Prasadini, N Jayawardana, CS Ranadheera, RMU Ratnayake, ...,Rajarata University of Sri Lanka - 2014       
    • Agricultural Sub-Language Used by Farming Community: Special Focus on Anuradhapura District,JA Premasiri, C Premarathne, A Bandara,Rajarata University of Srilanka - 2013
    • Suitability of a Formulated Low Cost Feed Using Locally Available Raw Materials for Guppy (Poecelia Reticulata) Growers and Breeders,AGC Dharmawardana, U Edirisinghe, S Premaratne, A Bandara,Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka -       2011
    • Development of Fish Sauce Using Silver Carplet Fish (Wew Salaya: Amblypharyngodon Melattinus),S Wijesurendra, HW Cyril, S Premaratne, A Bandara, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka     -  2011
    • Effects of Different Organic Fertilizers on Plankton Production and Growth of Indian Carp (Catla Catla) Fry,H Padmasiri, TV Sundarabarathy, AR Mudalige, S Premaratne, ...,Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka            - 2011
  • It Skills
  • Diploma in Computer Studies - IDM Computer Studies (PVT)Ltd, Sri Lanka

    (Computer Programming Fundamentals ,Introduction to Computer Languages ,Computer Programming using Pascal, FoxPro and Visual Basic)

  • Contact
  • Official Address

    Department of Agricultural Systems
    Faculty of Agriculture
    Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
    Puliyankulama,
    Sri Lanka.

    Phone

    +94 71 8003973 / +94 77 7831855

    Fax

    +94 25 2235102

    Email

    amkrb@yahoo.com


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