Prof. M. Thanihaichelvan of the Department of Physics Wins the CVCD Award for Most Outstanding Young Researcher 2024

Prof. M. Thanihaichelvan of the Department of Physics Wins the CVCD Award for Most Outstanding Young Researcher 2024

The Department of Physics, University of Jaffna is delighted to announce that Prof. M. Thanihaichelvan has been awarded the prestigious Most Outstanding Young Researcher Award in the field of Natural Sciences at the Committee of Vice-Chancellors and Directors (CVCD) Excellence Awards 2024. The ceremony took place on August 2, 2025, at the Senate House, University of Colombo.

This distinguished honor is a testament to Prof. M. Thanihaichelvan’s exceptional research and scholarly contributions as a young academic within the Sri Lankan university system. The CVCD Excellence Awards are a biennial event that recognize significant achievements in research, and innovation. The award winners are selected by an expert panel consisting of renowned professors and researchers in the Sri Lankan universities and their recommendations are carefully reviewed and approved by the CVCD. This particular award celebrates Prof. M. Thanihaichelvan’s remarkable research excellence.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Prof. M. Thanihaichelvan on this outstanding achievement, which truly highlights his dedication to scientific and research excellence.