Eastern University hosts 4th International Research Conference

By the Editorial Team · Sunday, September 6, 2026

Eastern University of Sri Lanka held its 4th International Research Conference on Emerging Trends in Health Sciences, featuring 72 research presentations and keynote speeches from experts at the University of Peradeniya and the University of Auckland. The event facilitated collaboration among health science professionals and academics to advance medical research locally and internationally.

The Eastern University of Sri Lanka hosted its 4th International Research Conference on "Emerging Trends in Health Sciences" (ICETHS 2026) this week at the Faculty of Health Sciences in Batticaloa. The event was organized under the leadership of Dean Prof. Thillainathan Sadanandan, with Prof. R. Varakuman serving as the chief guest. Eastern University’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. P. Pradeepan, also attended the conference.

The two keynote speakers were Prof. Saman Nanayakkara from the University of Peradeniya and Prof. Marcus Henning from the University of Auckland, New Zealand. Both were honored with mementos presented by the vice chancellor and the dean during the event.

A total of 72 research papers were presented by local and international scholars, contributing to discussions on the latest developments and innovative approaches in health sciences. The conference attracted a wide audience, including university deans, directors, professors, lecturers, researchers, students, and non-academic staff. This gathering aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among health science professionals and academics, supporting the advancement of medical research in Sri Lanka and beyond.

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