Affiliation: Department of Zoology and Environmental Management, Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
Research Topics: Monitoring water quality in different environmental aspects, characterization of hazardous waste, environmental pollutions, Environmental toxicology, Comprehend soil characteristics and functionalities.
Our research group is currently immersed in several vital research areas:
Water Quality Monitoring: We are actively involved in monitoring the quality of water resources, both surface and underground. This includes assessing various parameters to ensure water safety and sustainability.
Analysis of Hazardous Environmental Pollutants: We are dedicated to identifying, analyzing, and mitigating hazardous environmental pollutants, safeguarding both natural ecosystems and human health.
Soil Degradation and Water Table Depletion: We are committed to studying the impact of diverse factors on soil degradation and the depletion of water tables. Our aim is to develop strategies for sustainable land use and water resource management.
Biological Characteristics Assessment: We conduct comprehensive research on the biological characteristics of animals, fish, and insects throughout their growth cycles. This encompasses evaluating the influence of environmental and human-induced factors on these populations.
Waste Byproducts and Bio-Product Innovation: Our research also focuses on finding solutions for different waste byproducts. Simultaneously, we seek to innovate new bio-products that are not only economically profitable but also environmentally friendly.
With the integration of Aquaphotomics into our research framework, we anticipate a significant expansion in our research horizons. This integration will bring a fresh perspective to our methodologies, data analysis techniques, and the interpretation of our research results. We believe that Aquaphotomics will be a valuable addition to our research toolkit, allowing us to gain deeper insights and enhance the impact of our work in these crucial areas.
We are excited about the potential that Aquaphotomics offers and look forward to the valuable contributions it can make to our ongoing research endeavors.
Aquaphotomics work:
My pioneering journey with Aquaphotomics began in August 2022 when I joined the Aquaphotomics research group as a Post-Doctoral Researcher at Kobe University in Japan. Together with the Aquaphotomics research team, we embarked on introducing Aquaphotomics and NIR spectroscopy as highly efficient and practical tools for comprehending soil characteristics and functionalities in both on-site and in-situ settings. Our collaborative efforts extended to conducting a diverse range of experiments at the Yunosato lab. One of our key focuses was the monitoring of Yunosato mineral waters over time to meticulously assess the consistency and variances in their water characteristics. In addition, we delved into the evaluation of various water sample types, including N power, zero power, extracted bio-functional water, and treated sewage water. Our goal was to gain a deeper understanding of their unique water characteristics and functionalities, utilizing the power of Aquaphotomics. Furthermore, we initiated a comprehensive study of soil-plant responses, precisely tracking and evaluating their interactions and compatibility throughout different stages of plant growth. Collaborating closely with the research team, we set out to assess soil-tested parameters using Aquaphotomics, referencing the values obtained from the Photo-nutrient analyzer.
With the strong support of the Aquaphotomics team and upcoming research collaborations with the Department of Agrobioscience at Kobe University, our future research endeavors are poised to explore Aquaphotomics as a groundbreaking and holistic approach for the investigation of soil properties and functions. Our ultimate aim is to contribute to the development of a soil aquaphotome, further enhancing our understanding of the intricate world beneath our feet.
Currently, we function as a dedicated research team affiliated with the Department of Zoology and Environmental Management within the Faculty of Science at the University of Kelaniya. Our extensive knowledge and substantial contributions to Aquaphotomics and other environmental research conducted in Japan are expected to bring immense value to our future research initiatives within the department.
そして未来に目を向ければ、次回の再会は2025年6月8日から12日、イタリア・ローマで開催されるNIR2025です。本会議は「光の世紀を超えて(Light through Centuries)」をテーマとして掲げ、アクアフォトミクスセッションもその重要な一部となる予定です。ローマで皆さまと再びお会いできることを心より楽しみにしております!
このたび、卓越した科学者であり多数の研究業績を持つ Giuseppe Vitiello(ヴィティエッロ)教授 をお迎えして、次回ウェビナーを開催できることを大変うれしくお知らせいたします。ヴィティエッロ教授の研究は、素粒子物理学、ニュートリノ物理、自然発生的対称性の破れを伴うゲージ理論、アンダーソン–ヒッグス–キブル機構、量子散逸系、生体物質の物理、脳の数理モデル、言語学、さらにはハリケーンのような臨界的な大気現象まで、多岐にわたります。
Group name: Symbiogene Group leaders : Pedro Carrasco / Myriam Catalá Affiliation: Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Spain Research Topics : Abiotic stress, anhydrobiosis, microalgae, lichen, desiccation
Description: Aeroterrestrial microalgae, as well as lichens, are poikilohydric organisms; they cannot regulate their water content and are subject to fluctuations of environmental water. When these organisms lose their water content, they enter a state of anhydrobiosis until the next rehydration, which allows them to resume their metabolism. Allegedly, lichens and their associated phycobionts can survive indefinite dehydration/rehydration cycles and are therefore an interesting model to analyze the response to desiccation stress in a scenario of climate warming and water scarcity.
Aquaphotomics work: Near-infrared spectroscopy allows the analysis of the metabolomic profile of cells, providing a unique molecular fingerprint that allows the association of metabolomic changes to stress situations. This novel technique, together with aquaphotomics, has made it possible to analyze in depth all the differences at the molecular level, including water, between common plants and those adapted to total dehydration (“resurrection plants”). However, the molecular structure of water during dehydration of aeroterrestrial algae is still unknown.
次回のウェビナーに、山東大学薬学部(中国)の准教授 Lian Li 博士 をお迎えできることを大変うれしくご案内いたします。Li博士は2016年に山東大学で博士号を取得し、現在はZang教授の研究グループに所属しています。主な研究分野は、近赤外分光法(NIR)およびアクアフォトミクスの応用と可視化であり、製薬プロセス解析に取り組んでいます。2022年には中国近赤外分光学会から「呂万禎近赤外分光若手賞」を受賞し、2021年の第4回国際アクアフォトミクス会議ではポスター賞を受賞しました。