Prof. Lalith Jayasinghe Delivers Plenary Talk at Circular Economy Conference in Kerala, India

Prof. Lalith Jayasinghe of the Natural Products Program, NIFS, delivered a Plenary Lecture at the International Conference on “Circular Economy: Approaches in Food, Energy, and Environmental Systems” held on 29–30 May 2025 at Sree Buddha College of Engineering, Kerala, India.  Organized by the Department of Food Technology with the Kerala Academy of Sciences, the conference brought together regional experts to explore sustainable strategies for food, energy, and the environment. Prof. Jayasinghe’s talk, titled “Chemistry and Bioactivity of Sri Lankan Medicinal Plants and Endophytic Fungi”, showcased Sri Lanka’s biodiversity and its potential for sustainable healthcare and bioeconomy. His participation highlighted NIFS’s role in promoting international scientific collaboration and biodiversity research.