FOS Blog

FOS Blog FOS Media is the official media unit of the Faculty of Science, University of Colombo.

The search for odd perfect numbers is one of the oldest unsolved problems in mathematics, captivating mathematicians for...
27/07/2025

The search for odd perfect numbers is one of the oldest unsolved problems in mathematics, captivating mathematicians for over two millennia. This question combines simplicity with depth, demonstrating the beauty and mystery within mathematical inquiry. Despite advances in technology and computation, this puzzle remains open today.

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/is-there-any-odd-perfect-numbers/

Written by: Mahinsa Rajawardhana

The search for odd perfect numbers is one of the oldest unsolved problems in mathematics, captivating mathematicians for over two millennia..

Have you ever looked around your campus or school and wondered, why are we all just… studying? Why don’t we have hobbies...
22/07/2025

Have you ever looked around your campus or school and wondered, why are we all just… studying? Why don’t we have hobbies anymore? Why does everything feel like a race we didn’t choose to run?

Written by: Eveesha Kaluarachchi

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/future-ready-or-future-heavy/

Every July 18th, the world pauses to celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day—a day not just of remembrance, but of re...
21/07/2025

Every July 18th, the world pauses to celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day—a day not just of remembrance, but of reflection and responsibility. More than a celebration of one man’s life, it is a call to action: to live, lead, and transform with integrity, compassion, and purpose. But to truly grasp Mandela’s impact, we must look beyond the surface of his legacy and into the evolution of his character—from a young revolutionary bursting with energy to a calm, visionary leader shaped by time, trial, and deep introspection.

Written by : Rukesan Sivayogan

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/nelson-mandela-day/



Chess, the board game played since time immemorial. Instantly recognizable by its iconic 8×8 checkered playing board and...
21/07/2025

Chess, the board game played since time immemorial. Instantly recognizable by its iconic 8×8 checkered playing board and pieces representing a medieval battle, it may well be considered the King of board games. To celebrate this game of kings, we commemorate International Chess Day every year on the 20th of July.

Written by : D. E. Balaramesh

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/long-live-the-king/



The greatest shortcoming of the human race is our inability to grasp the exponential function. Sure, it feels draining. ...
11/07/2025

The greatest shortcoming of the human race is our inability to grasp the exponential function. Sure, it feels draining. But that is exactly what Bartlett’s diagnosis was in his 1700 times delivered lecture; “Arithmetic, Population and Energy: Sustainability 101

Written by : Pruthivi Hapuarachchi

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/clueless-at-1159/



On the full moon night in July, the silver glow spilled over temple rooftops, rice fields, and sleeping homes like a ble...
10/07/2025

On the full moon night in July, the silver glow spilled over temple rooftops, rice fields, and sleeping homes like a blessing. From early evening, quiet footsteps moved toward the village temple—grandparents leading children, young devotees carrying lotus blooms, and monks in saffron robes preparing for solemn prayer.

Written By: Chamya Gallage

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/a-journey-through-esala-moons-sacred-whispers/



It’s the right time to read your mind, treat your mind and in the same time to draw your mind. Mind being that wonderful...
08/07/2025

It’s the right time to read your mind, treat your mind and in the same time to draw your mind. Mind being that wonderful creature resting in our bodies has the marvelous power of controlling all our emotions and simply creating who we are.

Written by: Meleshiya Mudaligamage

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/emotionally-stressed/



It’s the right time to read your mind, treat your mind and in the same time to draw your mind. Mind being that wonderful creature resting in our bodies has the marvelous power of controlling all our emotions and simply creating who we are.

Once upon a time earth was ruled by magnificent creatures: the non-avian dinosaurs. For over 160 million years, they dom...
01/07/2025

Once upon a time earth was ruled by magnificent creatures: the non-avian dinosaurs. For over 160 million years, they dominated our planet. Then, in a moment of catastrophic finality, their era ended. A massive asteroid impact with Earth marked the extinction of these creatures overnight.

Written by : R.M. Umesha Ratnayake

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/hey-look-up-is-that-the-beginning-of-our-ending/



Designated to the shadows, silenced by the impertinent pursuit of monstrosities and atrocious beings that lurk within th...
26/06/2025

Designated to the shadows, silenced by the impertinent pursuit of monstrosities and atrocious beings that lurk within the darkness. The victims of torture are in dire need of remembrance as their hearts yearn for justice; however, they remain concealed and shunned away in obscurity amongst the public’s field of vision.

Written by : Yeran Fernando

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/i-scream-but-i-have-no-mouth/



Designated to the shadows, silenced by the impertinent pursuit of monstrosities and atrocious beings that lurk within the darkness. The victims of torture are in dire need of remembrance as their hearts yearn for justice; however, they remain concealed and shunned away in obscurity amongst the publi...

Down South, which refers to the southern coastal region of Sri Lanka, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in...
23/06/2025

Down South, which refers to the southern coastal region of Sri Lanka, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. With its stunning beaches, picturesque landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unique local industries, this region captivates travelers worldwide.

Written by : Nethmi Devanga

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/down-south-sri-lanka-a-coastal-paradise-of-culture-adventure-and-warm-hospitality/



Down South, which refers to the southern coastal region of Sri Lanka, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. With its stunning beaches, picturesque landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unique local industries, this region captivates travelers worldwide.

“When I am down and, oh, my soul so weary…”These opening words of “You Raise Me Up” echo like a prayer in our hearts. wr...
15/06/2025

“When I am down and, oh, my soul so weary…”

These opening words of “You Raise Me Up” echo like a prayer in our hearts.

written by: Dulanji De Silva

https://fos.cmb.ac.lk/blog/sky-beneath-our-wings/



These opening words of “You Raise Me Up” echo like a prayer in our hearts. A song we often turn to in times of sadness and reflection...

Address

Kollupitiya

Website

http://fos.cmb.ac.lk/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when FOS Blog posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Share