aruna kumarasiri

A PhD Candidate in Chemistry Based on Victoria, BC.

Hello

Hi there! I’m Aruna, a PhD candidate in Chemistry at the University of Victoria, Canada. I’ve also worked as a research and development engineer at Flintec Inc.

Recent Work

Novel technique to analyze buried molecular interfaces

Novel technique to analyze buried molecular interfaces

Description: We developed a new experimental strategy to quantitatively extract molecular-level information from complex buried interfaces.

Keywords: spectroscopy, non-linear optics, calibration

Publications: 1

Role: Graduate Research Assistant

Status: Ongoing

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Unlocking Molecular Insights at Interfaces

Unlocking Molecular Insights at Interfaces

Description: This study challenges the conventional approach in molecular surface analysis by demonstrating that molecular information can be extracted independent of their orientation.

Keywords: spectroscopy, interfaces, non-linear optics

Publications: 2

Role: Graduate Research Assistant

Status: Completed

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Strengthening Electrical Standards in Load Cell Design

Strengthening Electrical Standards in Load Cell Design

Description: This project focused on improving the solderability and mechanical reliability of Evanohm® R alloy tabs used in precision resistors.

Keywords: Research and Development, Ni20Cr, solderability

Publications: 2

Role: R&D Engineer

Status: Completed

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Solderability Enhancements on Nichrome Alloy

Solderability Enhancements on Nichrome Alloy

Description: Using a combination of experimental testing and image processing techniques, we evaluated how surface treatments affect solder drop behavior on Ni20Cr alloy.

Keywords: R&D, Wettability, Contact Angle

Publications: 2

Role: Undergraduate Research Assistant

Status: Completed

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Testimonials

I’ve had the pleasure of mentoring students and sharing my knowledge as a graduate teaching assistant. In addition, my hands-on experience in the field enables me to provide practical insights and guidance to those starting their journeys. Here’s what some of my mentees and colleagues have to say about our experiences together!

I rarely come across real talents who stand out like Aruna. I had the pleasure of working with Aruna on many projects for over four years. I was impressed by Aruna’s ability to deal with even the toughest requirements effortlessly. I’ve seen him quickly take on new responsibilities while having the time to teach this information back to his teammates. Any employer would be lucky to keep Aruna on the team.

Mohamed Saj @ Hesper Trading LLC

I already proved that Aruna is very smart and with good research capabilities. Now i had proof that he is also a good scientific writer! 5* service and delivery, I’m looking forward collaborating with him again.

– Francesco Fagnon (Independent Researcher)

Was very well in answering my questions which helped grow my understanding of each lab. Demonstrated each procedure well, and was able to provide good feedback and help during labs.

– Anonymous Student @ CHEM101

He have us helpful tips on how to write lab reports effectively and he made me excited to pursue research.

– Anonymous Student @ CHEM101

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