Dr Hashinika Dinukshi Matharage
About me
I am an environmental scientist with a strong passion for understanding environmental systems and developing science-based solutions to protect water, soil, and ecosystems. My background in chemistry and environmental engineering has shaped my interest in environmental monitoring, analytical methods, and sustainable treatment technologies. I am particularly motivated by work that bridges scientific research with real-world environmental management, regulatory decision-making, and long-term sustainability.
I am an environmental scientist with a deep passion for understanding the interactions between human activities and natural systems, and for applying scientific knowledge to protect water, soil, and ecosystems. My academic training in chemistry and environmental engineering has provided me with a strong interdisciplinary foundation, enabling me to approach environmental challenges from both analytical and systems-based perspectives. I am particularly interested in environmental monitoring, data-driven assessment of environmental quality, and the development and evaluation of sustainable treatment and remediation technologies.
My professional experience spans laboratory-based analysis, field investigations, and applied environmental assessments. I have worked extensively with physicochemical and analytical techniques, environmental sampling, and data interpretation to support evidence-based environmental management. Alongside research-oriented work, I have been actively involved in environmental impact assessment (EIA/ESIA) processes, contributing to baseline studies, impact evaluations, and the design of mitigation and monitoring frameworks for infrastructure and development projects.
What drives my work is the belief that sound environmental decisions must be grounded in rigorous science, transparency, and an understanding of local environmental contexts. I am especially motivated by opportunities that connect scientific research with policy, regulation, and practical implementation, ensuring that environmental protection measures are both technically robust and socially relevant. Through my professional and scientific engagements, I aim to contribute to sustainable development, responsible resource management, and the long-term resilience of environmental systems.