Our Key Areas of
Infectious Disease Research
Febrile Illnesses
Explore RDCID's cutting-edge research on the diagnosis, clinical presentation, and management of acute febrile illnesses.
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RDCID's work on acute respiratory infections spans surveillance, diagnostics development, and clinical management.
Read MoreAntimicrobial Resistance
Explore RDCID's efforts in combating antimicrobial resistance through cutting-edge research & global collaboration.
Read MoreOne Health
RDCID's work exploring the interconnected nature of human, animal, agricultural, and environmental health.
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19 +
Years of ExperienceExploring Together,
Advancing Health
At the Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases (RDCID), our vision extends beyond borders. We aspire to become a beacon of research, clinical, and educational excellence, serving the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. Explore our commitment to improving health through locally relevant and impactful infectious disease research.
Education &
Training
Cutting-edge
Research
19
Years ofExperience
17
AwardsReceived
6
ResearchProjects
33
PublicationsReleased
Our Latest News
& Updates
Former Head Senior Professor Ajith Nagahawatte Delivers the Dr. Siri Wickremesinghe Memorial Oration 2026
We are pleased to announce that Senior Professor Ajith Nagahawatte, former Head of the Duke–Ru...
Read MoreVisit of Prof. Soman N. Abraham to the Duke-Ruhuna Collaborative Research Centre
The Duke-Ruhuna Collaborative Research Centre (DRCRC), Faculty of Medicine, University of Ruhuna, wa...
Read MoreThird Advisory Board Meeting of the Ruhuna Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases (RDCID)
The 3rd Advisory Board Meeting of the Ruhuna Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases (RDCID) was success...
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