Dr. C. L. de Silva Gold Medal Award
Recognising outstanding research contributions in Chemical Sciences and the use of research for National Development in Sri Lanka.
Recognising research with real-world impact
The Dr. C. L. de Silva Gold Medal Award recognises outstanding research contributions in any branch of Chemical Sciences and/or the use of such research for National Development during the preceding five years in Sri Lanka.
Research Excellence
The award recognises research that demonstrates excellence in Chemical Sciences and contributes meaningfully to the advancement of knowledge, innovation and development.
Research for National Development
Particular recognition is given where research contributes to national development, including the utilisation of local raw materials and positive impact or potential impact on industry and innovation.
From research to national impact
The award considers both scholarly achievement and the practical contribution of research.
Chemical Sciences
Outstanding research contributions in any branch of Chemical Sciences are considered.
Publications & Patents
Research publications in recognised indexed journals and registered patents are considered in the assessment.
Industry & Innovation
Credit is given where research has resulted in positive impact or potential impact on development and innovation in industry.
Local Resources
Recognition is given for the utilisation of local raw materials in research and development.
Sri Lankan Research
The award specifically considers research carried out in Sri Lanka during the preceding five-year period.
National Development
Research that contributes to national development and innovation is an important component of the award.
A Gold Medal with a platform for research leadership
The award combines formal recognition with an opportunity for the recipient to share their research with the wider chemistry community.
Gold-Plated Medal
The award comprises a Gold-plated Medal recognising the recipient's outstanding contribution to Chemical Sciences and/or National Development.
Monetary Award
The recipient receives a monetary award of Rs. 50,000/- together with the Gold-plated Medal.
Research requirements
Research submitted for consideration must meet the specified conditions relating to location, period, publication, patents and industrial impact.
Five-Year Research Period
The research contribution must relate to the preceding five years in Sri Lanka.
Research in Sri Lanka
Sandwich programmes carried out particularly abroad do not qualify for the award.
Limited External Facilities
Less than 20% of research findings from work that could not have been carried out in Sri Lanka due to non-availability of facilities may be considered.
Indexed Publications
Credit is given for publications in journals indexed in SCI Expanded and Scopus, with the affiliation of the local university or institute.
Patents
Registered international and local patents are considered under the marking scheme.
Industrial Impact
Positive impact on development and innovation in industry may be considered, supported by documentary evidence.
Marking Scheme
Applications are assessed across publications, patents, industrial impact, research influence and citations.
Research Publications
- SCI / SCIE / SCOPUS journals: up to 3 points per publication.
- No maximum limit for qualifying publications.
- 2 points for indexing in the specified indices.
- Other peer-reviewed journals: up to 2 marks per publication.
Patents
- International patents: up to 10 points per patent.
- Maximum 30 points for international patents.
- Local patents: up to 5 points per patent.
- Maximum 20 points for local patents.
Industrial Impact & Innovation
- Impact or potential impact on development and innovation in industry: up to 10 points.
- License agreements, non-disclosure agreements, trademarks and products in the market: 15 points.
H Index
Points are awarded based on the applicant's H index.
0.5 × H indexCitations
Citations of the papers considered under research publications are assessed without self-citations.
0.5 point / citation • Maximum 4 points / paperLocal Raw Materials
Credit is given for the utilisation of local raw materials as part of the research contribution.
Considered within the assessmentMinimum Eligibility Requirement
The minimum requirement for eligibility for the award is 60 marks.
Important Assessment Notes
- For publications and patents with multiple authors, marks are allocated based on the applicant's contribution stated in the application.
- Points for indexing are given without distributing marks according to author contribution.
- Research publications in SCI/SCIE/SCOPUS and other peer-reviewed journals should be categorised accordingly.
- All claims under publications, patents, industrial impact and citations should relate to the last five years.
Dr. C. L. de Silva Gold Medal Award Winners
Recipients of the award, presented here from the most recent listed recipient to the earliest.
C. L. de Silva Gold Medal Award Lecture
A platform for the award recipient to present their research at the Institute's Annual Sessions.
Sharing Research Excellence
In addition to receiving the Gold-plated Medal and monetary award, the recipient is invited to deliver the “C L de Silva Gold Medal Award Lecture” at the Institute's Annual Sessions.
The lecture provides an opportunity to share the recognised research contribution with members of the Institute and the wider chemistry community.
Celebrating Research That Makes a Difference
The Dr. C. L. de Silva Gold Medal Award recognises research excellence while highlighting the importance of translating Chemical Sciences into innovation, industrial development and national progress.