Overview
Background
Pradeep earned his Bachelor of Food Science and Technology from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, in 2008 and later pursued a Master of Science in Biochemistry at Pukyong National University, South Korea, graduating in 2013. He completed his PhD at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB), the University of Queensland, in 2019. His doctoral research focused on developing strategies to investigate novel and bioactive microbial secondary metabolites, showcasing his proficiency in detecting, isolating, and characterising small molecules using high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS).
After completing his PhD, Pradeep joined the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research in Kiel, Germany, as a postdoctoral research fellow in analytical chemistry. At GEOMAR, his research focused on detecting and identifying small organic molecules in complex matrices using state-of-the-art mass spectrometry-based analytical techniques and non-targeted metabolomic approaches.
In 2020, Pradeep joined the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS). His current research focuses on understanding the chemical landscape covered by non-target analysis and pioneering methods to enhance the monitoring of human exposure to emerging environmental contaminants.
Availability
- Dr Pradeep Dewapriya is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Food Technology, University of Peradeniya
- Masters (Research) of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Pukyong National University
- Doctor of Philosophy of Natural Products Chemistry, The University of Queensland
Research impacts
Dr. Dewapriya has significantly advanced the field of analytical chemistry through his distinguished contributions. Recognised both nationally and internationally, his expertise lies in the detection and identification of small organic molecules within intricate matrices. Armed with a unique skill set acquired during his postdoctoral research at the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, Germany, and his PhD from UQ, he has successfully applied his knowledge to unveil emerging contaminants in the Australian environment. Dr. Dewapriya's impact is underscored by his discovery of over 25 novel compounds, some of which are rare in nature and hold considerable value in the realm of chemistry. His development of a high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS)-based workflow has been instrumental in uncovering hidden contaminants in Australia. Notable findings include novel PFAS compounds in Australian farm animals, tyre-related toxic compounds in surface water, and new metabolites of psychoactive compounds in wastewater.
In pursuit of his long-term vision to innovate analytical approaches for exposure monitoring, Dr. Dewapriya has fostered collaborations with world-leading researchers. This collaborative effort has been instrumental in transferring knowledge and expertise to Australian academia, contributing to the advancement of analytical chemistry in the region.
Works
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2013
Journal Article
Floridoside suppresses pro-inflammatory responses by blocking MAPK signaling in activated microglia
Kim, MinJeong, Li, Yong-Xin, Dewapriya, Pradeep, Ryu, BoMi and Kim, Se-Kwon (2013). Floridoside suppresses pro-inflammatory responses by blocking MAPK signaling in activated microglia. BMB Reports, 46 (8), 398-403. doi: 10.5483/BMBRep.2013.46.8.237
2013
Journal Article
EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitory peptide attenuates Helicobacter pylori-mediated hyper proliferation in AGS enteric epithelial cells
Himaya, S.W.A., Dewapriya, Pradeep and Kim, Se-Kwon (2013). EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitory peptide attenuates Helicobacter pylori-mediated hyper proliferation in AGS enteric epithelial cells. Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology, 269 (3), 205-214. doi: 10.1016/j.taap.2013.03.020
2013
Journal Article
Neoechinulin A suppresses amyloid-β oligomer-induced microglia activation and thereby protects PC-12 cells from inflammation-mediated toxicity
Dewapriya, Pradeep, Li, Yong-Xin, Himaya, S. W. A., Pangestuti, Ratih and Kim, Se-Kwon (2013). Neoechinulin A suppresses amyloid-β oligomer-induced microglia activation and thereby protects PC-12 cells from inflammation-mediated toxicity. NeuroToxicology, 35 (1), 30-40. doi: 10.1016/j.neuro.2012.12.004
2013
Book Chapter
Active ingredients from marine microorganisms for modern nutraceuticals
Kim, Se-Kwon and Dewapriya, Pradeep (2013). Active ingredients from marine microorganisms for modern nutraceuticals. Marine nutraceuticals: prospects and perspectives. (pp. 187-198) edited by Se-Kwon Kim. Boca Raton, FL, United States: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/b13904
2013
Book Chapter
Marine sponge-associated microbes: a source of biologically active metabolites
Kim, Se-Kwon, Dewapriya, Pradeep and Li, Yong-Xin (2013). Marine sponge-associated microbes: a source of biologically active metabolites. Marine pharmacognosy: trends and applications. (pp. 219-229) edited by Se-Kwon Kim. Boca Raton, FL, United States: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/b13868
2013
Book Chapter
Anticancer potentials of marine-derived fungal metabolites
Kim, Se-Kwon and Dewapriya, Pradeep (2013). Anticancer potentials of marine-derived fungal metabolites. Marine microbiology: bioactive compounds and biotechnological applications. (pp. 237-245) edited by Se-Kwon Kim. Weinheim, Germany: Wiley-VCH. doi: 10.1002/9783527665259.ch14
2013
Book Chapter
Biologically active compounds form seafood processing by-products
Kim, Se-Kwon and Dewapriya, Pradeep (2013). Biologically active compounds form seafood processing by-products. Biotransformation of waste biomass into high value biochemicals. (pp. 299-311) edited by Satinder Kaur Brar, Gurpreet Singh Dhillon and Carlos Ricardo Soccol. New York, NY, United States: Springer New York. doi: 10.1007/978-1-4614-8005-1_12
2013
Conference Publication
Protective effect of tyrosol on MPP+-induced dopaminergic neuronal degradation in cellular model of Parkinson’s disease
Dewapriya, Pradeep, Himaya, SWA., Li, Yong-Xin and Kim, Se-Kwon (2013). Protective effect of tyrosol on MPP+-induced dopaminergic neuronal degradation in cellular model of Parkinson’s disease. International Conference on Life Science & Biological Engineering, Tokyo, Japan, 15-17 March 2013.
2012
Book Chapter
Bioactive Compounds from Marine Sponges and Their Symbiotic Microbes: A Potential Source of Nutraceuticals
Kim, Se-Kwon and Dewapriya, Pradeep (2012). Bioactive Compounds from Marine Sponges and Their Symbiotic Microbes: A Potential Source of Nutraceuticals. Marine Medicinal Foods — Implications and Applications - Animals and Microbes. (pp. 137-151) Amsterdam, The Netherlands: Elsevier Academic Press . doi: 10.1016/B978-0-12-416003-3.00008-1
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Pradeep Dewapriya is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Comprehensive characterisation of the human PFAS exposome
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Ian Wood, Dr Jake O'Brien, Associate Professor Sarit Kaserzon, Professor Kevin Thomas
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Doctor Philosophy
Highly efficient, selective and reusable technology for long-term implementation of PFAS capture
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Whittaker, Dr Cheng Zhang
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