Dr Lakmal Jayarathne obtained a BSc. Special Degree in Chemistry from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka in 2006. He obtained his PhD from the same university in 2012. with a thesis titled “Synthesis, characterization and molecular modeling of -Fe2O3 nanoparticles: water treatment and drug delivery”. Dr Jayarathne has undertaken major projects such as 'Development of Red-clay based water filter for the removal of Fluoride and heavy metals' and 'Comprehensive research proposal on an operational model to control dengue in Sri Lanka using multiple intervention, new product development and community participation'.