• Food Product Development
• Lipid characterization and Natural antioxidants
• Fish and plant protein matrix
• Indigenous food technology
• Gender Research and Food Security

Research Publications                                     

Peer reviewed published in Science Citation Indexed Journal  (ISI indexing)

• Keerthanan, S., Jayasinghe, C., Bolan, N., Rinklebe, J., & Vithanage, M. (2022). Retention of sulfamethoxazole by cinnamon wood biochar and its efficacy of reducing bioavailability and plant uptake in soil. Chemosphere, 134073.
• RAT Nilusha, JMJK Jayasinghe, ODAN Perera, PIP Perera and CVL Jayasinghe (2021), Proximate composition, functional, and antioxidant properties of flours selected cassava (Manihot esculent Crantz) varieties, International Journal of Food Science, Vol 2021, ID 6064545, https://doi.org/10.1155/2021/6064545
• S Mihirani, JK Jayasinghe, CVL Jayasinghe, JPD Wanasundara (2020) Indigenous and Traditional foods of Sri Lanka, Journal of Ethnic Foods, https://doi.org/10.1186/s42779-020-00075
• S Keerthanan, Chaminda Gunawardane, Thiruchenduran Somasundaram, Tharuka Jayampathi, Chamila Jayasinghe, Meththika Vithanage (2021), Immobilization and retention of caffeine in soil amended with Ulva reticulata biochar, Journal of Environment Management, Vol 281, 111852
• Keerthanan, Chamila Jayasinghe, Jayanta Kumar Biswas & Meththika Vithanage (2020): Pharmaceutical and Personal Care Products (PPCPs) in the environment: Plant uptake, translocation, bioaccumulation, and human health risks, Critical Reviews in Environmental Science and Technology, DOI: 10.1080/10643389.2020.1753634
• Keerthanan, A. Bhatnagar, K. Mahatantila, C. Jayasinghe, Y. Sik Ok, M. Vithanage (2020) Engineered tea-waste biochar for the removal of caffeine, a model compound in pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs), from aqueous media, Environmental Technology Innovation, Vol 19, 100847, DOI.org/10.1016/j.eti.2020.100847
• C Jayasinghe, UC Pinnawala, T Rathnayaka, V Waduga (2020), Annual committed effective dosage from natural radionuclides by ingestion of local food growing in mineral mining area, Sri Lanka, Environmental Geochemistry and Health 42, 2205-2241. DOI.org/10.1007/s10653-019-00487-0
• AR De Silva, RMNP  Rathnayake,  RDR Ranasinghe  and  CVL Jayasinghe  (2019), Impact of Gamma Irradiation on Physical Parameters, Microbial Safety and the Total Polyphenolic Content of Commercially Available Ceylon Black Tea (Camellia sinensis L.), Pertanika Journal of Science and Technology 27(S1):29-39
• C Devadason, CVL Jayasinghe, R Sivaganehsan and N. Gotoh (2019) Fatty acid composition and tocopherol content of processed marine fish and contribution of omega-3 fatty acids, Indian Journal of Fisheries, 66 (4), 118-124
• C Jayasinghe, V Molligoda, T Attanayaka and V Waduge (2018), Estimation of annual effective dose due to ingestion of radioactive elements in Sri Lankan common meal plans, Environmental Geochemistry and Health, DOI 10.1007/s10653-018-0200-2
• C Devadason, C Jayasinghe and R Sivakanesan, (2017), Fatty acid compositions and atherogenic and thrombogenic indices of commonly consumed marine, brackish and fresh water fishes, Indian Journal of Animal Research, B 586, doi:10.18805/ijar.v0iOF.7254, Online published 16-02-2017, 1-6
• S Senarath, K Yoshinaga, T Nagai, Y Akihiko, F Beppu, C Jayasinghe, C Devadawson, N Gotoh (2017), Quantitative Analysis of the Distribution of cis-Eicosenoic Acid Positional Isomers in Marine Fishes from the Indian Ocean, Journal of Oleo Science, 66 (2), 187-197
• C Devadason, C Jayasinghe, R Sivakanesan, K Arulanthy (2016), Assessment of lipid profile and atherogenic indices for cardiovascular disease risk based on different fish consumption habits, Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research, 9 (4) 156-160.
• C Devadason, C Jayasinghe, R Sivakanesan, S Senarath, F Beppu and N Gotoh, (2016) Comparative Analysis of Lipid Content and Fatty Acid Composition of Commercially Important Fish and Shellfish from Sri Lanka and Japan, Journal of Oleo Science, 65 (7) 543-556.
• C Jayasinghe, N Gotoh, S Wada (2013), Pro-oxidant/ antioxidant behaviors of ascorbic acid, tocopherol, and plant extracts in n-3 highly unsaturated fatty acid rich oil-in-water emulsions, Food Chemistry, (141) 3077-3084.
• C Jayasinghe, N Gotoh, S Wada (2012), Regiospecific analysis of shark liver triacylglycerols, Journal of American Oil Chemists’ Society, Vol 89 (10), 1873-1884
• C Jayasinghe, N Gotoh, T Aoki, and S Wada. (2003) Phenolics composition and antioxidant activity of Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum ). Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry, Vol. 51(15), 4442-4449 pp.
• C Jayasinghe, Naohiro Gotoh, Tokairin Shigeru, Ehara Hiroshi, and Shun Wada. (2003) Inter species changes of lipid compositions in liver of shallow- water sharks from the Indian Ocean. Fisheries Science. Vol. 69, 644-653 pp.
• C Jayasinghe, N Gotoh, and S Wada. (2003) Variation in lipid classes and fatty acid composition of salmon shark (Lamna ditropis) liver with season and gender. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part B. Vol. 134, 287- 295 pp.

Peer reviewed Journal publications (Non-Indexed)

• Devadason, C. Jayasinghe, S. Ramia, A. Kanagasingm (2022) Determination of Lipid Profile and Atherogenic Indices for Cardiovascular Disease Risk Based on Different Fish Consumption Habits, Challenges and Advances in Pharmaceutical Research, 1: 81-89
• A.P. Dalpathadu, S.P. Nissanka and C.V.L. Jayasinghe (2020), Physico-Chemical Properties of Sri Lankan Instant Black Tea Manufactured Using Broken Mixed Fannings (BMF) as Raw Materials Obtained from Different Estates of Three Elevation Categories, Tropical Agricultural Research (2020) 31(4): 91-100
• Jayasinghe, J.M.J.K, Sasikaran, S. and Jayasinghe, C.V.L. (2019) Factors Affecting the Consumption of Inland Fish: An application of the Theory of Planned Behaviour, Applied Economics & Business, 2019 3(1) 40 – 54.
• J, Jayasinghe, S. Pathirana, D. Dilhani, S. Navarathna, M. Sinhapura, C. Jayasinghe, R. Chandrajith U. Marapana (2019) Pesticide residues in cow milk and dairy products from the major milk producing area of Sri Lanka, AGROFOR International Journal, Vol. 4, Issue No. 3, 83-90. DOI: 10.7251AGRENG1903083J
• HMK Lakmali, CVL Jayasinghe, JMJK Jayasinghe (2019) International Journal of Postharvest Technology and Innovation, 6(4), 314-329.
• Sangheetha, DCK Illeperuma, AN Navaratne, C.Jayasinghe (2018) Effect of pH, Temperature and Time Combinations on Yield and Degree of Esterification of Mango Peel Pectin: A Box-Behnken Design Based Statistical Modelling, Tropical Agricultural Research, 30 (2), 1-12
• HGYR Silva, RACH Seneviratne, M Gunawardana, CVL Jayasinghe (2018) Pollen Analysis of Natural Bee Honeys from Different Regions of Sri Lanka, Journal of Food and Agriculture 2018, 11(1): 23 – 36
• MDJC Sandarani, DCMCK Dasanayaka, CVL Jayasinghe (2018), Strategies used to prolong the shelf life of fresh commodities, Journal of Agricultural Sciences and Food Research, 9 : 206, an open access journal.
• T Jayampathy, C Jayasinghe, J Manchanayake, S Jayathilaka (2018) A study of inflammatory bowel disease patients in a gastroenterology clinic in Sri Lanka, Journal of Gastrointestinal & digestive system, 8 (2), 1000558, an open access journal. DOI: 4172/2161-069X.1000558
• C Devadason and C Jayasinghe (2017), Effectiveness and feeding Habits and nutritional status of freshwater fishes on muscle with fatty acid composition and tocopherol content, International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies, 5(2), 492-497
• S Piratheepan, S Sangheetha, S Srivijeindran, ODAN Perera and CVL Jayasinghe (2017), Development of a pre-cooked supplementary food using Palmyrah tuber, Sri Lanka Journal of Food and Agriculture, 3 (1), 1-8
• M Sivakaran, P Ginigaddarage, KWS Ariyawansa, CVL Jayasinghe (2016), Identification of histamine producing enterobacteriacea in Indian mackerel (Rastrilleger kanagurata) using polymerase chain reaction, The Sri Lanka Journal of South Asian Studies, 2 (1), 13-25
• C Devadason, C Jayasinghe and R Sivaganesan (2015) Fish availability and consumer preferences in Batticaloa district in Sri Lanka, Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences, 3 (1), 23-31
• C Devadason, C Jayasinghe and R Sivakanesan (2015), Socio-demographic factors and fish eating trends in Eastern Community, Sri Lanka, Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences, 3 (5), 423-429.
• C Devadason and C Jayasinghe (2014), Consumer preferences and fish availability in rural and urban fish markets in Batticaloa District, Eastern Sri Lanka, European International Journal of Applied Science and Technology, (1), 39-50.
• CVL Jayasinghe, SSG Silva and JMJK Jayasinghe (2013) Quality improvement of Tilapia fish nuggets by addition of legume flour as extender, Journal of Food and Agriculture, 6, 32-44
• MM Rathnayaka, VPN Prasadi, CVL Jayasinghe (2011), Development and shelf life evaluation of tilapia (Oreochromis) marinade, Journal of the National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency. 41: 14-23
• CVL Jayasinghe, K Vinopavan, and TSG Fonseka (2011), Assessment of handling and processing methods of shrimp fishery by-catch in Kalpitiya. Journal of the National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency. 41: 24-35
• CJ Vithanage, CVL Jayasinghe, KMS Wimalasiri, (2010) Changes in histamine levels in dried fish under different storage conditions. Journal of the National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency of Sri Lanka, 40, 61-72

Conference proceedings (Full paper):

• Dassanayake DMCMK, Wijewardane MA, De Silva MSW and Jayasinghe CVL (2020) Estimation of embedded energy of some selected vegetables in the vegetable value chain in Sri Lanka, Proceedings of the National Engineering Research Symposium, Vol 1, 246-253.
• BGK Madavi, DCK Illeperuma and CVL Jayasinghe (2020) Suitability of micro encapsulation of crude carotenoids extracts from fruit peels for replacing artificial food colorants in jelly, Proceedings of the Open University research Sessions, The Open University of Sri Lanka, pg 1- 4
• HGYR Silva, RACH Senevirathne, M Gunawardana and CVL Jayasinghe (2019) Comparison of antibacterial activity of Sri Lankan bee honey with New Zealand Manuka honey in relation to the botanical origin and physicochemical properties, Proceedings of the 8^th YSF Symposium, Young Scientist Forum, National Science & Technology Commission, Sri Lanka. 30^th Jan, 2019. 157-162
• RAD Rajapaksha, N.M. Adassooriya, M.D.J.C. Sandarani, and C.V.L. Jayasinghe (2019) Pineapple (Ananas comosus) peel based Cellulose Fibers as a Probiotic Encapsulant: Characterization, Proceedings of the 8^th YSF Symposium, Young Scientist Forum, National Science & Technology Commission, Sri Lanka. 169-174
• P Ekanayaka, C Jayasinghe, R Chandrajith (2016) Heavy metals in Tilapia (Oreochromis sp) from Padaviya and Huruluweva reservoirs in Sri Lanka, Proceedings of NARA Scientific Sessions 2016, National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 136-139pp
• HB Tharangika, CVL Jayasinghe and BPA Jayaweera (2014) Preparation of local fish meal from tilapia offal and effects of inclusion in Broiler Diets, Proceedings of XIIIth Annual Scientific Sessions, World Poultry Science Association, Sri Lanka Branch, Colombo, 2-5pp
• C Jayasinghe, L Ranganma, B Jayakala, D Karunasekara, R Nandasiri, C Jayasekara, H Pakyanathan, S Senerath (2012) Characterization and authentication of Sri Lankan bee honey, Proceedings of the International Conference on Chemical Sciences, Institute of Chemistry, 87-92 pp.
• LJPAP Jayasooriya, SC Wanniarachchi, MSW de Silva, KMW Bandara, A Wickramanayake, GA Prathapasinghe, CVL Jayasinghe, SS Alwis and ANF Perera, (2010) Evidence for an adulteration of milk fat of imported milk powder varieties by adding non-dairy fat sources, Proceedings of the Annual Research Symposium, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, pp 13-15pp
• C Jayasinghe (2002) Shark liver oil and omega-3 fatty acids. Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions of Journal of Sri Lanka Students’ Association in Japan, Embassy of Sri Lanka, Tokyo, Japan. 56-60 pp.
• C Jayasinghe, N Gotoh, and S Wada (2001) Antioxidant activity of Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) Proceedings of the Annual Research Session 2001, Sri Lanka Students’ Association of Japan, Embassy of Sri Lanka, Tokyo, Japan.  29-33 pp.
• CVL Jayasinghe, A Bamunuarachchi, and WMK Perera (2000) Influence of preservatives on quality of shark liver oil extracted by silage and steam rendering methods. Proceedings of the Second Annual Research Sessions, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayawardanepura. Nugegoda, Sri Lanka.
• CVL Jayasinghe, A Bamunuarachchi, and WMK Perera (1998) Fatty acid composition and seasonal variation of liver oil of selected shark species in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 1st Annual Research Sessions, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayawardanepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka. 193-203 pp.
• CVL Jayasinghe, WMK Perera, R Samaradivakara and SP Jayasooriya (1998) Assessment of nutritional value of processed shark fins in different species. Proceedings of the 26^th Asia Pacific Fishery Commission Symposium FAO, Rome. RAP Publication 1998/24, 189-197 pp.
• CVL Jayasinghe, A Bamunuarachchi, and WMK Perera (1998), Influence of extraction methods on quality of shark liver oil. Proceedings of the 26^th Asia Pacific Fishery Commission Symposium, FAO, Rome. RAP Publication 1998/24, 182-188 pp.
• CVL Jayasinghe, A Bamunuarachchi, and MU Jayasekara (1996) The effect of natural and artificial antioxidants on silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis) liver oil during storage. Asia – Pacific Fishery Commission, FAO Fisheries Report No. 563. FIIU/ R563, FAO, ROME. 207-214pp.
• CVL Jayasinghe, V Jayaweera, and A Bamunuarachchi (1996) Studies on quality changes of skipjack (Katsuwonus pelamis) and trevally (Carangoides fulvoguttatus) during frozen storage at -18°C. Asia – Pacific Fishery Commission, FAO Fisheries Report No. 563. FIIU/ R563, FAO, Rome.   91-98 pp.
• PS Jayasinghe and C Jayasinghe (1994) Extraction of Agar from seaweed. Indo- Pacific Fishery Commission, Research Contributions, Presented at 9^th Session of the Working Party on Fish Technology and Marketing, FAO Fisheries Report No. 514. FIIU/ R514, FAO, ROME.   271-279 pp.

Books and Book Chapters

• Tharuka Jayampathy, Thilakshani Atugoda and Chamila Jayasinghe (2018), Uptake and accumulation of Pharmaceutical and personnel care products in leafy vegetables. In Pharmacetical and Personnel care products: Waste Management and treatment technology Edited by MNV Prasad, Published by Elsevier Ltd. (in press)
• Tim Dejager and Chamila Jayasinghe, (2016), From Capture to Culture: Space for mainstreaming women in coastal Aquaculture development in Sri Lanka. In: Transforming Gender and Food Security in the global south, Edited by Jemimah Njuki, John Parkins and Amy Kaler, Published by Routledge – Tayler & Francis Group, USA. 49-75p, ISBN 9781138680418
• Chamila Jayasinghe and David Gray (2014), Lipid bodies isolated from microalgae residues as a source for bio-ethanol production, In: Advances in Seafood Processing By-Products, Edited by Se-Kwon Kim, Springer, USA, 407-422p, ISBN 978-1-4614-9589-5.
• Chamila Jayasinghe and Kanchana Hettiarchchi (2014), Tilapia fish based novel food products (In Sinhala), Published by Department of Food Science & Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka. ISBN 978-955-4709-29-4
• Chamila Jayasinghe, (2013), Shark fin cartilage: Uses, Extraction and Composition analysis. In: Marine Proteins and Peptides: Biological Activities and Applications, Edited by Se-Kwon Kim, John Wiley & Sons Ltd (UK), 523-531p, ISBN 9781118375068.
• Chamila Jayasinghe, (2013), Indigenous Foods of Ancient Sri Lanka. Published by Department of Food Science & Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka. ISBN 978-955-4709-09-6
• CVL Jayasinghe, FQM 1212- Basics in Food Science (2021) Faculty of Livestock, Fisheries and Nutrition, Published by Wayamba University of Sri Lanka. ISBN 978-624-5564-02-06
• CVL Jayasinghe, FQM 1223 Fish Production and Processing (Part II), Faculty of Livestock, Fisheries and Nutrition, Published by Wayamba University of Sri Lanka. ISBN
• Chamila Jayasinghe (2007) Aquaculture Unit 2, Faculty of Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Industrial Studies (Agriculture): Level 5, AEI 5230, Fisheries and Aquaculture, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Published by The Open University of Sri Lanka. ISBN- 978 955 23 1452 0
• CVL Jayasinghe, FQM 1112 Basics in Food Science, Faculty of Livestock, Fisheries and Nutrition, Published by Wayamba University of Sri Lanka. ISBN (pending)

Number of research presentations published as an abstracts 140

Education

• Ph.D. in Food Science & Technology (Tokyo University of Marine Science & Technology, Japan)
• M.Phil. in Fodd Chemistry (Sri Jayawardanepura, Sri Lanka)
• M.Sc. in Food Science & Technology (Sri Jayawardanepura, Sri Lanka)
• PG.Dip. in Counselling (University of Colombo, Sri Lanka)
• B.Sc. (Mathematics & Chemistry) (Peradeniya, Sri Lanka)
• Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (CTHE) (Colombo, Sri Lanka)

Post Doctoral Experiences

• Visiting Scholar, Department of Food and Bioproduct Science, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada , 2014
• Visiting Scholar, Department of Food Science and Technology, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 2011
• Visiting Scholar, Department of Food Science & Technology, School of Bio-product Sciences, University of Nottingham,UK.2010-2011.
• Post-Doctoral Researcher, Promoting Rural Income from Sustainable Aquaculture through Social Learning in Sri Lanka. Funded by International Development Research Center (IDRC), Canada (2013 -2014).

Teaching Theme

• Food Analysis and Quality Assurance
• Food Chemistry
• Food Engineering
• Food Packaging
• Food Safety and Quality Management
• Fish, Meat & Egg products Technology
• Indigenous Food Technology
• Research Project in Food Science & Technology
• In-plant Training