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Hashani Amarasinghe

Mrs, Doctor of Philosophy Student

  • The University of Western Australia (M092), 35 Stirling Highway,

    6009 Perth

    Australia

Accepting PhD and other Higher Degree by Research Students. View current PhD/HDR research project opportunities at https://researchdegrees.uwa.edu.au/projects

Personal profile

Biography

I’m a dedicated PhD candidate at UWA with a background in Plant Physiology and International Horticulture, specializing in sustainable agricultural solutions. My research journey includes a Master’s in International Horticulture from Leibniz University Hannover, where I conducted advanced plant proteomics research. With expertise in Horticulture, Crop Science, Plant Breeding, Agricultural biotechnology and Food Science I am committed to advancing food security and sustainable practices. Supported by prestigious scholarships, I am passionate about becoming a scientist dedicated to improving the world and gaining practical insights through hands-on experience along the way.

Languages

English

Sinhala

German

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
  • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 13 - Climate Action

Industry keywords

  • Agriculture and Food
  • Environmental
  • Biotechnology