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Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases (RDCID) – advancing research in infectious diseases for better community health.

Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases

Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases

From foundational lab work to expanding infrastructure, our journey reflects a continuous commitment to advancing diagnostic and research excellence over the years.

Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases

Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases

We conduct locally impactful infectious disease research that directly improves health outcomes in Sri Lanka. Our studies actively transform clinical practice, public health strategies, and national policy

Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases

Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases

RDCID is to serve as a centre of excellence for research, clinical activities, and education for the Southern Province of Sri Lanka

Research Focus Areas

Our Key Areas of
Infectious Disease Research

Febrile illnesses
Febrile Illnesses

Explore RDCID's cutting-edge research on the diagnosis, clinical presentation, and management of acute febrile illnesses.

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Respiratory Infections
Respiratory Infections

RDCID's work on acute respiratory infections spans surveillance, diagnostics development, and clinical management.

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Antimicrobial Resistance
Antimicrobial Resistance

Explore RDCID's efforts in combating antimicrobial resistance through cutting-edge research & global collaboration.

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One Health
One Health

RDCID's work exploring the interconnected nature of human, animal, agricultural, and environmental health.

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RDCID Research
Experience
19 +
Years of Experience
About Us

Exploring 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
Education &
Training
Research
Cutting-edge
Research
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19

Years of
Experience

17

Awards
Received

6

Research
Projects

33

Publications
Released
Recent News

Our Latest News
& Updates

August 10, 2026
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...

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April 28, 2026
Visit 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...

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March 26, 2026
Third 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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