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Workshop on Research Design and Methodology - Master of Medical Statistics Degree Program

The Master of Medical Statistics Degree Program, in collaboration with the Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, successfully conducted a workshop on Research Design and Methodology. The workshop, held on May 4th, 2025, at the Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya with the guidance of Coordinator Dr. U.P. Liyanage, Technical Coordinator Mr. Viraj Weerawickrama and Deputy Registrar Faculty of Graduate Studies /Secretary Board of Study in Multidisciplinary Studies Mr. S.L. Wijeratne.
 
The workshop was contained with two sessions led by experts in the field. They are senior Prof. Upali Chandrasekara from Department of Zoology & Environmental Management, Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya and Dr. B.J.C. Perera, the Chief Editor, Sri Lanka Journal of Child Health.

The morning session was conducted by Senior Prof. Upali Chandrasekara who detailed how to construct the research design for a specific topic. He elaborated the process of formulating a research question and effectively collecting data through variable identification and accurate sampling techniques.

The evening session was conducted by Dr. B.J.C. Perera who descriptively elaborated about Research publishing and how and to where a researcher must pay attention in preparing a good article for publication.

Participants gained valuable opportunities to learn from and engage in discussions with experienced researchers in the field. The event met with success, which was made possible by the dedicated contributions of both academic and non-academic staff.

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