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Lasith Dissanayake

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About Me

Working in materials lab

Materials Science & Engineering Graduate at University of Moratuwa.
Specializing in nanomaterials, photovoltaics, and advanced materials characterization.

Passionate about sustainable energy solutions, materials innovation, and contributing to the next generation of advanced materials through rigorous research and development.

Education

B.Sc. Materials Science & Engineering

2021 - 2025

University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka | GPA: 3.55/4.0

Honors: Dean's List (Semesters 5, 6, 7, 8)

Key Coursework: Materials Characterization, Nanomaterials, Photovoltaics, Polymer Science, Thermodynamics, Phase Transformations

GCE Advanced Level

2018

Kingwood College Kandy | Physical Science Stream

  • Physics - B | Chemistry - A | Combined Mathematics - A

Experience

R&D Intern

December 2023 - May 2024

Michelin Lanka (Pvt) Ltd. - Casting Product Division

  • Conducted comprehensive materials characterization using XRD, SEM, and thermal analysis techniques
  • Analyzed rubber compound formulations and processing parameters for quality optimization
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams on product development initiatives
  • Prepared technical reports and presented findings to senior engineers
  • Contributed to process improvement projects and quality control protocols

Research Assistant

2023 - Present

University of Moratuwa - Materials Science Department

  • Assisted in perovskite solar cell research and development
  • Performed materials synthesis and characterization experiments
  • Analyzed experimental data using MATLAB and Origin Pro
  • Maintained laboratory equipment and safety protocols

Skills

Materials Characterization

X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
Mechanical Testing & Tensile Analysis

Software & Programming

MATLAB
Python (NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib)
Origin Pro
AutoCAD
ImageJ
Microsoft Office Suite

Laboratory & Research

Sample Preparation & Synthesis
Data Analysis & Statistical Methods
Quality Control & Testing
Laboratory Safety Protocols
Technical Report Writing
Research Methodology

Projects

Materials research project

Final Year Research Project

Comprehensive research project focusing on advanced materials characterization and analysis techniques. This project demonstrates expertise in materials science methodologies and research practices.

Research Characterization Analysis
Industrial project

Industrial Internship Project

Hands-on project during R&D internship at Michelin Lanka, involving materials testing, analysis, and quality control procedures in an industrial setting.

Industrial R&D Quality Control
Academic project

Academic Laboratory Projects

Various laboratory-based projects throughout the Materials Science & Engineering program, covering synthesis, characterization, and analysis of different materials.

Laboratory Synthesis Academic

Certifications

Materials Characterization Techniques

2023

Proficient in XRD, SEM, TEM, DSC, TGA, and mechanical testing methodologies

Laboratory Safety & Quality Control

2023

Certified in laboratory safety protocols and quality control procedures

Data Analysis & Statistical Methods

2023

Advanced data analysis techniques using MATLAB, Python, and Origin Pro

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