School of Science and Technology, The University of Fiji

🌱🌏 Sharing more glimpses from our World Environment Day 2026 celebrations! 🌏🌱

As we reflect on a successful and meaningful event, we would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who participated, supported, volunteered, and contributed behind the scenes.

Your dedication, teamwork, and commitment to environmental sustainability played an important role in making this initiative a success. From planning and preparation to the tree planting activities across our campuses, every contribution helped bring the vision of a greener future to life.

Thank you for being part of World Environment Day 2026 and for joining us in taking meaningful steps towards climate action and a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. 🌿

Strengthening our research culture at SOST!

The School of Science and Technology (SOST) recently hosted a successful Grant Writing and Publications Workshop, providing an excellent platform for SOST staff to enhance their research capacity and share valuable experiences.

We sincerely acknowledge the support and encouragement of the Dean and Vice-Chancellor in fostering a strong research environment within the University. Special thanks are extended to Ms. Alisi Daurewa for her insightful presentation on grant writing, Ms. Ela Qica for her engaging session on publishing and scholarly resources, and Ms. Helen Kumar for outlining the institutional processes and standard operating procedures for grant applications.

We also thank all presenters and participants whose contributions made the workshop both informative and inspiring. Together, we continue to strengthen a culture of research, innovation, and academic excellence at SOST.

The University of Fiji’s Bachelor of Science in Earth and Planetary Sciences (BSc EPS) equips students with the knowledge and skills to study Earth systems, natural resources, climate, geohazards, renewable energy, and planetary sciences.

Enroll now and become part of the next generation of Earth and environmental scientists.

For more information contact the School Administration Ashwin Prasad on email [email protected]

Congratulations to SOST colleagues, Ms Ayesha Reddy, Ms Dhrishna Charan, and Assoc. Prof. Ramendra Prasad, on their Scopus Q1 publication in the journal Energy!

This achievement reflects a strong international research collaboration between The University of Fiji and KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden, under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. Anders Malmquist and Assoc. Prof. Ramendra Prasad.

Another reminder that impactful, globally relevant research can emerge from small island nations with big ideas and determined researchers.

Hearty congratulations to the authors, supervisors, and collaborators on this outstanding
achievement!

Read the publication here:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0360544226003385

Exams season at UniFiji is more than grades and deadlines — it’s about resilience, balance, and believing in your journey.

As you prepare for each paper, remember that success is built not only through study, but through rest, confidence, and support from the people around you.

Take it one step at a time, back yourself, and keep moving forward.

Your UniFiji family is cheering you on every step of the way.