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During the seminar, Prof. Jayaweera discussed the benefits and limitations of using ChatGPT in academic writing. He emphasized the importance of embracing AI tools such as ChatGPT to improve efficiency and effectiveness in academic writing, allowing researchers to produce high-quality research papers in less time.

Prof Jayaweera demonstrated how he was able to use ChatGPT to write a paper titled “Occurrence, persistence, and ecological risk of BPA in surface waters” within a few days, generating relevant content and structuring the paper. However, he noted that ChatGPT should be used as a tool to aid in the writing process and not a replacement for critical thinking and research skills.

“When using ChatGPT for journal paper writing, it is important to clearly define the research question, provide a clear and concise prompt, review and edit the output, refine the language and structure, check for plagiarism, and proofread thoroughly before submission. ChatGPT is popular among academics due to its speed, efficiency, versatility, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness. However, it is important to be cautious when using ChatGPT, as the final output still requires careful review and revision by an expert in the field.

There are also some demerits to using ChatGPT for journal paper writing, including detectable non-human phrase usage, lack of ability for expression, and the inability to produce insights. Additionally, Nature Journals have announced that they will reject any article written with ChatGPT.

Researchers need clarification on whether or not to use ChatGPT, and there are questions about how to ensure co-author approval, the ethics of using ChatGPT in medical education, and the policy of Elsevier on this matter. While ChatGPT has the potential to revolutionize academic writing, it is crucial to carefully consider its limitations and potential impact on the field.” are some highlights from the Prof Jayaweera’s seminar.

The seminar was organized by Web Office of USJ in collaboration with the Department of Forestry and Environmental Science.

Click here to access the PDF of the presentation.

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The seminar will be delivered by Professor Mahesh Jayaweera, a distinguished professor at the University of Moratuwa. Professor Jayaweera will address the attendees, which are limited to academic staff and research students, on the topic of using ChatGPT for journal paper preparation. He will provide insights into the viability of this technology and whether it is merely hype or an actual tool that can be used to improve paper delivery. The seminar aims to provide participants with a better understanding of ChatGPT and how it can help in journal paper preparation.

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The seminar allowed construction industry professionals, architects, and university and technical college students to gather information on using underutilized pine and other timber resources in the country. Resource persons discussed timber treatment, thermal聽modification, and seasoning methods to improve the quality of timber and the use of engineered wood products such as glulam and cross-laminated wood.

It was held on Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 at the in Colombo 07.

Prof Hiran Amarasekera discussed “Current Use of Construction Timber and Future Trends and Technologies”, while the Chief Guest聽Dr. Dr K M A Bandara (Conservator General of Forests) explained “Supply of Timber from state forests”.

The other topics discussed at the seminar included a welcome speech by Eng. Nissanka N Wijeratne, Secretary General/CEO of the Chamber of Construction Industry of 91传媒, and presentations on topics such as 鈥淪upply trends and Grading of Timber in 91传媒 with special reference to Pine timber鈥� by Dr. C. K. Muthumala (State Timber Corporation),聽聽“Converting Pine as Dimensionally stable durable construction timber” by Mr. Jude Katukurunda (Furnicraft), , 鈥淐onverting Pine and other non-durable timber to durable timber by seasoning and preservation鈥� by Mr. Punitha Satharasinghe (A Wood Lanka),聽聽鈥淪ervices offered by TPIC for the Timber Industry鈥� by Prof. Priyan Perera, 聽and “Joinery and furniture industry based on locally available timber” by Mr. Channa Wijesekera (Leema Creations).

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The value added fish processing program, 鈥淔ish and Nutrition鈥� was successfully held on 2nd July at the 91传媒. Organized by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of the University, in collaboration with the Ehime Prefecture Food Research Institute, the program hosted a number of engaging events , both cultural and educational, centered on fish based food and 聽related health aspects.

The primary event of the program was an exhibition dealing with the 91传媒n food culture and famous Japanese food products related to the fishing industry. It was opened by Japanese delegates and the featured speakers were the Chief Guest聽Vice Chancellor Professor Sampath Amaratunge,聽the Dean of the Faculty, Mr. C.L.K. Nawarathna聽and the Director of the Ehime Food Research Institute Dr. Hiroaka. According to a statement of the Vice Chancellor, this event not only provided the invaluable opportunity for exploring the unique aspects of 91传媒n and Japanese food cultures, but also created a platform for strengthening the alliance between the two parties, and thus to gain mutual benefits.

Apart from the exhibition, the event included a seminar based on fish and nutrition and aimed at enhancing the entrepreneurship skills among the University students. This seminar was conducted by Professor of Economics of the University of Colombo, Mr. H.D. Karunarthana, together with the Japanese Graduates鈥� Alumni Association of 91传媒. Moreover, a workshop was held with regard to value added fish processing methods directed by Japanese delegates of the Ehime Prefectural International Association.

Nutritional aspects of 91传媒n food processing methods and the current status of Japanese food processing industry were also discussed in the event.

Held for the first time at the 91传媒, this open event was an immense accomplishment and laid the foundation for illuminating events of the same genre in the future.

Compiled by: Dimuthu聽 Dharmapala.

Photographs by: Wimukthi Gayan –聽Japura Media

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