Prof. N.Y. Hirimuthugoda

Professor

Department of Animal Science,
Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna,
Mapalana, Kamburupitiya,
Sri Lanka 81100

Research Interests

Qualifications

PhD | Ocean University of China
MPhil | University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
BSc in Agriculture | University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

Biography

Prof. N.Y. Hirimuthugoda is a Professor in the Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna. Research interests include Aquaculture and Genetics & Animal Breeding.

Journal Publications

Total: 33

Hirimuthugoda, N. Y., Perera, P. W. A., Aluthmuhandiram, V. J., Ishuwara, A. R., Premakumara, M. M. K., & Lal, P. K. (2022). Phylogenetic relationship of mangrove species found in Sri Lanka based on rbcL gene sequence. Tropical Agricultural Research and Extension, 25(4), pp.404–413.

Kumara, U., Hirimuthugoda, N. Y., Madusanka, T., Ediriweere, A., Dayarathne, M., Adeola, A. C., & Olaniyi, W. A. (2022). Mitochondrial evidence of phylogenetic distinction of Sri Lankan wild hare ( Lepus nigricollis singhala). Journal of Wildlife and Biodiversity, 6(3), 103–107.

Wang, Zhang, & Guo, X. (2021). Large-scale genomic analysis reveals the genetic cost of chicken domestication. BMC Biol, 19, 118.

Ming-Shan Wang, N. Y. Hirimuthugoda et. al .2020. 863 genomes reveal the origin and domestication of chicken. Cell Research 30:693–701

Hirimuthugoda, N. Y., Adeola, A. C., Chen, X., Perera, P. W. A., Gunawardena, W. W. D. A., Gunwardana, H. G. T. N., Yin, T., Wang, M., Li, G., Peng, M., & Zhang, Y. (2018). Complete mitochondrial genome of Sri Lankan Junglefowl ( Gallus lafayetti ) and phylogenetic study, Mitochondrial DNA Part B, 3:1, 83-84.

Hirimuthugoda, N. Y. (2017). Sri Lanka pig ancestry revealed by mitochondrial DNA Y- chromosome and MC 1R. Journal of Animal Genetics. : Vol 48: Issue 4.

R, S. K., N.Y, H., & W, R. (2017). Evaluation of growth performance and breeding habits of fighting fish ( Betta splenglens ) under three diets and shelters. Journal of survey in Fisheries Sciences. 50-65pp.

I. Hapuarachchi, N. Y. Hirimuthugoda, P. W.A. Perera, S. Samaradiwakara and T. Gunawardane. Genetic variation of Hunga fish ecomorphs in selected provinces in Sri Lanka. (2017). International symposium on Agriculture and Environment. Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna 230-231pp.

N.Y.Hirimuthugoda, G.S Gamage, R.A.U.J.Marapana and S. Gunarathna. (2016). Meat and Nutritional quality of Clam (Gelonia vexans) and Oyster ( Crassostrea madrasensis ) in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan Lagoons. Indian Journal of Geo- Marine Sciences . (45):6. pp772-777.

S. P. Samaradivakara, N.Y. Hirimuthugoda, R. H. A. N. M. Gunawardana, R. J. Illeperuma, N.D. Fernandopulle, A.D. De Silva and P.A.B. D. Alexander. (2014). Haplotype and meristic variations of Oreochromis niloticus and its hybrids present in selected reservoirs in Sri Lanka. Tropical Agricultural Research & Extension, 16(4), 129-1371pp.

Nlie Tilapia (Oreocromis niloticus) in Earthen Ponds at Different Stocking Densities (2014). International symposium on Agriculture and Environment. Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna 313-318pp.

N.Y.Hirimuthugoda, U. Liyanage and A.S.Jayathilaka. Present status of Lobster fishery industry in Sri Lanka. (2013). International Symposium. Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna,. Sri Lanka. 410-412 pp.

Kumudu R. Gamage. Present status of shark Liver Industry in Sri Lanka (2013). International Symposium. Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. 179-182 pp.

S.P. Samaradivakara, N.Y. Hirimuthugoda R.H.A.N.M. Gunawardana, R.J. Illeperuma, N.D. Fernandopulle, A.D. De Silva and P.A.B.D. Alexander. (2012). Morphological variation of four Tilapia populations in selected reservoirs in Sri Lanka. Tropical Agricultural Research Volume, 23, (2). 105-116pp.

Hambantota districts (2012). International Symposium. Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna,. Sri Lanka. 354-356pp.

K.W.R.R.Amaraweera and N.Y.Hirimuthugoda . A feasibility study on sex reversal of Nile Tilapia (Oreocromis niloticus) Fry using different doses of 17-Methyl Testosteron at different protein levels. (2012). International Symposium. Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. 270-273.

A.G.L.A.S. Kumara, N.Y.Hirimuthugoda and U Edirisinghe. (2011). Assessment of Socio- economic and Health Status of Fisherwomen Involved in Coir retting in Dickwella Secretariat Division, Matara District. Tropical Agricultural Research Vol., 23(1), 84-94.

L, S. A., situation, H. N. S., & District, l. r. i. o. c. c. i. t. K. l. i. G. (2011). Tropical Agricultural Research and Extension., (14):2 .19-24pp.

Hirimuthugoda. N.Y, Walpita. C.N, Atauda. A.R.S.B, Perera. P.A.C.T, Edirisinghe, U. F. S. L., & Past (2011). Proceedings of 16th International Conference on Biotechnology in Animal Reproduction. Kandy, Sri Lanka. 2011. 99-104pp.

Radampola, K. (2011). Effect of climate change on Aquaculture with special reference to feed industry. Proceedings : International Conference on the Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture. 208-217pp Articles in Magazines and Newsletters.

A.G.L.A.Sumith Kumara, N.Y.Hirimuthugoda and U. Edirisinghe. (2010). Impact of coir retting on livelihood in the coastal areas of Galle district. Journal of the Sri Lanka Association of Animal Production . (SLAAP). vol- 6. 75-83 Pp.

Hirimuthugoda, N.Y., & De Silva, A.U.N.2010. Enhancing the growth performances of koi carp (Cyprinuricultures carpio) rearing by using effective micro-organisms. Journal of the Sri Lanka Association of Animal Production. ( SLAAP). vol- 6. 56-74 Pp.

S.H.R, M., N.Y, H., & Jayamanne.C.S (2010). Environmental impact of crab fattening in Negombo lagoon. (2011). Journal of the Sri Lanka Association of Animal Production. (SLAAP). vol- 6. 26-370 Pp.

N.Y.Hirimuthugoda, P.S.Wickramathilaka, M. Wijerathnna. Socio- economic status of fishermen and present fishing industry in Minneriya reservoir- . A case study .2009.Journal of the Sri Lanka Association of Animal Production (SLAAP). vol- 5. 103-109.pp

Hirimuthugoda, N. Y. (2009). Journal of the Sri Lanka Association of Animal Production (SLAAP) vol- 5; 89-101 pp.

Negambo Lagoon, & Sri Lanka (2008). J. Aqua. Sci. 13. 109-121.pp.

Jungfeng Li, N. Y. H., Hongfeng Li, & Shumin Yao (2008). Cloning and sequencing of the fur gene from marine probiotic Alteromonas aurantia A18 and its possible role in siderophore production. Tropical Agricultural Research and Extension. Vol-11. 13-18pp.

Xiao, L., Zhenming, C., Jing, L., Xianghong, W., & N.Y, H. (2008). Purification and Characterization of Extracellular Phytase from a Marine Yeast kodamaea ohmeri BG3, Marine Biotechnology,Volume 10, 190–1970pp.

Longfei Wu (2007). Probiotic yeasts with phytase activity identified from the gastrointestinal tract of sea cucumbers. SPC Beche de Mer information Bulletin No.26-. 31-33pp.

Zhu kai L, Zhenming. C, Jing Li, MeijuLi, N. Y. H., & Longfei Wu (2006). The surface display of haemolysin from Vibrio harvei on yeast cells and their potential applications as live vaccine in marine fish. Vaccine. 24 6046- 6052. Pp.

N.Y.Hirimuthugoda, Zhengming C, Li X, Wang L,, Wu, L.2006. Diversity of phytase-producing marine yeasts. Diversidad de levaduras marinas productoras de fitasas. Ciencias Marinas, 32(4), 673–682. Pp

N.Y, H., Z.M.Chi, & Ling, Z. K. (2006). Probiotics and sea cucumber farming. SPC Beche de Mer information Bulletin No.24. 45- 48pp.

N.Y.Hirimuthugoda, U Edirisinghe,, A, Gunawardana. Development of suitable larval and prepared feeds for higher growth and survival of Cyprinus Carpio L. Journal of Tropical Agricultural Research. Volume 11, 1999. Post Graduate Institute of Agriculture. Peradeniya. Sri Lanka. 229-238 Pp.