Sri Lanka, since 1835, and, who will be remembered for their committment, sincerety and unselfishness. Thursday, November 01, 2007 Chandra Dharmawardana Chandre Dharma-wardana is a Sri Lankan -born academic and scientist. He was a senior lecturer and Professor of chemistry at Vidyodaya University (now the University of Sri Jayewardenepura ) from 1969-1975.