Melanoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in melanocytes (cells that color the skin). There are different types of cancer that start in the skin. Melanoma can occur anywhere on the skin. Unusual moles, exposure to sunlight, and health history can affect the risk of melanoma. Treatment may involve surgery, radiation, medication or in some cases, chemotherapy.
I am a biomedical researcher with a consistent record of high-level performance across Sri Lanka and Australia, driven by a strong commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and improving human health.
My early academic direction focused on dengue epidemiology and entomology, where I conducted four research projects simultaneously. The main highlight was the large-scale community study conducted on 2000 households as a multi-disciplinary project studying Ecological-Biological-Social aspects of Dengue in Sri Lanka as a multi-country research effort funded by WHO/TDR.rience. As a mother of three children with ADHD, she has seen firsthand the transformative impact of early intervention, inclusive teaching practices, and strong home–school partnerships.
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