Sri Lankan Medical Doctor and Engineer Selected for Prestigious Chevening CRISP Fellowship at OxfordBusinessA proud moment with the selection of two of its emerging innovation leaders, Dr. Dhanushi Hettiarachchi and Keerthi Kodithuwakku, for the highly regarded Chevening Research Science and Innovation Leadership Fellowship (CRISP), hosted by St.Cross College, University of Oxford. The fellowship, supported by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, is designed for mid-career professionals who have demonstrated exceptional promise in science, innovation and entrepreneurship. Their selection is notable not only as an individual achievement, but also as a powerful reflection of Sri Lanka’s growing presence in global science, technology and entrepreneurship. Their achievement signals the rising strength of Sri Lankan talent in building solutions with both local relevance and international impact. It reflects a broader shift towards integrated thinking in addressing complex health and development challenges, positioning Sri Lankan talent within this global movement.

Source: Sunday Times March 24, 2026 17:40 UTC