The Sri Lankan Society for Microbiology (SSM) is a professional organization dedicated to uniting all individuals interested in microbes and their interactions. As the only society of its kind in the Country, SSM serves as a collaborative platform to connect its members and share knowledge, foster inter disciplinary partnerships and promote scientific endeavour.
WAAW 2025 - Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future
18 - 25 November 2025
It's World AMR Awareness Week!
This year's theme "Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future", emphasizes the urgent need for everyone to take action against antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
As part of this year's awareness efforts, we're sharing the winning posters from our 2024 Social Media Infographic Competition. These posters were created to help strengthen understanding of AMR, highlight everyday actions that prevent resistance, and spread clear, reliable information to communities.
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Join Us for the 14th Annual Conference of the Sri Lankan Society for Microbiology (SSM)!
Join Us for the 14th Annual Conference of the Sri Lankan Society for Microbiology (SSM)!
Discover “Uncovering Microbial Synergy in Sri Lanka and Beyond” 🧫🌏 🗓 Date: 13th December 2025 🕣 Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 Venue: IIHS Multiversity, Wattala Featuring renowned experts including Prof. Natkunam Ketheesan, Mr. Rohan Pethiyagoda, and Prof. Taneja Neelam. 🔗 Register by 1st December 2025 and be part of an inspiring day of scientific exchange and innovation! Registration Link: https://forms.gle/N6rn21QaRrpBCJG49 #SSM2025 #MicrobiologyConference #SriLanka...
Hands-On Workshop: Natural Products & Antimicrobial Screening! 🌿🔬
Hands-On Workshop: Natural Products & Antimicrobial Screening! 🌿🔬
Boost your practical skills with the Sri Lankan Society for Microbiology - Jaffna Chapter's workshop on Extraction and screening of antimicrobial activity of plant extracts and related products. Gain experience in extraction, antimicrobial assay, and bioassay-guided fractionation. 🗓 Date: 15th - 17th October 2025 📍 Venue: Depts. of Botany and Chemistry, University of Jaffna Final Call! Registration deadline extended up to 10th October 2025. Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQ
Abstract Submission Deadline Extended!
Abstract Submission Deadline Extended!
You now have more time to submit your work for the 14th Annual Conference of the Sri Lankan Society for Microbiologists (SSM) New Deadline: 11th July 2025 Conference Date: 13th December 2025 Don't miss this chance to share your research with the microbiology community!
Pandemic Preparedness: Learning from COVID-19-Workshop by Prof. Malik Peiris
Pandemic Preparedness: Learning from COVID-19-Workshop by Prof. Malik Peiris
On January 27th, we had the privilege of hosting a highly insightful workshop on Pandemic Preparedness - Learning from COVID-19 at the PMCK Auditorium, National Hospital Kandy SSM Kandy Chapter. The distinguished Prof. Malik Peiris, a renowned expert in the field in virology and infectious diseases, conducted the session.