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Training Course in Structural Bioinformatics and Computational Drug Discovery The Training Course in Structural Bioinformatics and Computational Drug Discovery organized by the Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Colombo was successfully held from 26th to 30th June 2023 at the IBMBB premises. The Director of the IBMBB, Prof Prasanna Galhena welcomed the participants on the first day of the workshop. The workshop was resourced by Prof. Sameera Samarakoon (IBMBB), Dr Kanishka Senathilake (IBMBB), Dr Nirupa Nagaratnam (Biodesign Center for Applied Structural Discovery Arizona State University, AZ (ASU) USA (Alumna of IBMBB)), Dr Tolulope Peter Sailu College of Medicine the University of Kentucky USA (Alumnus of IBMBB), and Dr Arabinda Ghosh (Department of Computational Biology and Biotechnology Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankaradeva University India), Mr Nirmal Perera (IBMBB), Mr Mishal Faizan (IBMBB) and Mr Kanchana Senanayake (IBMBB). The training course covered theory and practicals with hands-on experience in drug discovery, protein structure modeling, molecular docking, molecular dynamic simulations, ADMET, QSAR etc. The training course allowed the participants to broaden their knowledge of drug discovery and protein structure.

Training Course in Molecular Biological Techniques Training Course in Molecular Biological Techniques organized by the Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Colombo was successfully held from 19th to 23th June 2023 at the IBMBB premises. The Director of the IBMBB, Prof Prasanna Galhena welcomed the participants on the first day of the workshop. The workshop was resourced by Prof. Jagath Weerasena (IBMBB) and Prof Prasanna Galhena (Director, IBMBB). The training course covered theory and practicals with hands-on experience in DNA based techniques such as DNA extraction and quantification, PCR, RT-PCR, DNA probes, gel electrophoresis, restriction fragment length polymorphism and an exposure to DNA sequencing. Application of the techniques in diagnosis of pathogenic diseases, and mutation detection. The training course was a great opportunity for the participants to broaden their knowledge in the DNA based techniques.

Workshop on Advanced Chromatographic Techniques A Workshop on Advanced Chromatographic Techniques jointly organized by the Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Colombo and Industrial Technology Institute (ITI) was successfully held from 08th and 09th June 2023 at the IBMBB and ITI premises. The Director of the IBMBB, Prof Prasanna Galhena, Director IBMBB and Dr Sudharshana Somasiri, Additional Director ITI welcomed the participants on the first day of the workshop. The workshop was resourced by Prof Nimal (IBMBB), Dr Sudharshana Somasiri (ITI), Dr Kushani Mahanthila (ITI), Dr Vajira Agampodi (ITI), Dr Vimarshi Liyanarachchi (ITI), and Ms Thanuja Dissanayake (ITI). The Workshop covered theory and practicals with hands-on experience in Advanced Chromatographic Techniques. The workshop included aspects of Advanced Chromatography and practical demonstrations of IC, HPLC-DAD-FLD, LC-MS-MS and GC-MS. Future programmes on Advanced Chromatography will be carried out on demand.

Workshop for Technical Officers and Laboratory Technicians A Workshop for Technical Officers and Laboratory Technicians organized by the Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Colombo was successfully held from 27th to 29th March 2023 at the IBMBB premises. The Director of the IBMBB, Prof Prasanna Galhena welcomed the participants on the first day of the workshop. The workshop was resourced by Prof Jagath, Prof Nimal, Prof Sisira, Dr. Ruwandi, Dr. Uma, IBMBB, Dr. Dinesh Aluthge UOC chemistry department, and Mr. G Shobanababu, Emar Pharma (PVT) LTD, Mr. Amal Buddhika, Avon Pharmo Chem PVT LTD. The Participants comprised Laboratory technical officers and lab personnel. The workshop covered practical components including experience in Laboratory Safety, pH Meters, Analytical Balances, Spectrophotometer, Centrifuges, PCR & Real-time PCR Machines, Use of Micropipettes Laminar flow / Biosafety Cabinets, Microplate / ELISA Plate Reader, Microscopes, Autoclaving Equipments, and HPLC. This workshop primarily focused on strengthening the understanding of principles, operating manuals, and resolving troubleshooting of frequently used instruments in a standard laboratory setting and involved theory and real-time practical demonstration conducted by subject and industry specialists. The workshop was a great opportunity for the participants to broaden their knowledge of Laboratory Safety and maintenance.