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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne

@kavindra97.bsky.social
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Master's Student with a Focus on Hydrological Modelling • University of Potsdam • With the ultimate goal of contributing to nature through science and research | My Blog: nirmalkularathne.com 🇱🇰

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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
After a while I published a blog post. It's about the long lasting lesson that the Midnight Library by Matt Haig taught me. ☺️ nirmalkularathne.com/index.php/20...
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How "The Midnight Library" Changed the Way I See Choices - Nirmal's Space
In this blog post, I want to share the long-lasting lesson I took away from The Midnight Library, written by Matt Haig.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
Some say, writing is the most annoying bit in academia. For me it's proofreading. 😩
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 03/08/2025
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 26/07/2025
Berlin before (almost)everyone wakes up 🏙️
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
When the train company forces you to go to the university as early as possible, this is what you get, an empty cafe area for yourself 😂
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Watching a travel vlog from West China and seeing these Camels not reminded me of Sahara Desert but the catchment dataset Caravan 😂
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
Little things that makes me happy 📖💛
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
The value of science communication is still underrated and often misunderstood. In my latest blog, I explore why climate science communication matters, what’s not working, and how we can do better to inspire real change. #ScienceCommunication #ClimateChange nirmalkularathne.com/index.php/20...
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The Value of Personalised (Climate) Science Communication - Nirmal's Space
Communicating climate change effectively is key to motivating communities to take action based on scientific evidence.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
Friday 🌥️ This is my way of dealing with uncertainties in life. I write and watch some cricket 🏏
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
She shared the most difficult part of her journey in this video. If you by any chance know someone who's battling with cancer in silence, please share this, Sithumini's story will definitely give him/her some hope to keep fighting. ♥️🌻 youtu.be/x84tnwcX5CY?...
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E02 - Finding My Way Through Cancer and a PhD
YouTube video by Sithumini Perera
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 21/06/2025
This is next ... 📖
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 21/06/2025
It wasn't as easy as it used to be to travel here thanks to Deutsche Bahn, but at the end of the day everything is either a lesson or an experience. #Weekend
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
In my life, I never needed books to find inspiration. That’s because two incredible women showed me that the only true limitation in life is our mindset. Sithumini is one of them, and now, she’s finally decided to share her story with the world🌻♥️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vLL...
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E01 - Completing my BSc with a life-changing diagnosis
YouTube video by Sithumini Perera
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European Geosciences Union (EGU) @egu.eu · 26/05/2025
Join us on the first Monday of every month for this #webinarseries to discuss how researchers can more effectively engage with #policymaking. Get the scoop on upcoming science for policy opportunities! Join the discussion and ask your questions💭 ! 🔗 Register here: egu.eu/7L9YUE
Image description: A desk with a tablet, a notebook, a pen, and a cup of coffee. The EGU logo is visible on the notebook. With text reading: "EGU Science for Policy Hangout. Monday 6 June 2025 14:00 CEST Register now.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 25/05/2025
Maybe it's the gloomy sky that motivates me to write.. Next blog post is coming soon 🤓 In fact, the TV show I've been watching lately motivated me to write, even though I've wanted to write about Climate Change and Agriculture for quite some time.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
Weekend writing retreat continues.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
All publishers should consider adding this "Listen" option 💁‍♂️
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 11/05/2025
Writing Retreat weekend came to an end successfully (almost) and gave myself a little treat by wandering around the streets of Berlin and quick look at one of my all time favorite vehicles 🤓 PS: today I also found my favorite Döner Shop in Berlin 🥙 it's called Döner Plus
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
Day 1 of my writing retreat weekend 🤓 at the Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin. am happy with the progress I made today 😌 (magic eraser ruined the photo though 😂)
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
Why do landing pages for global datasets include everything except a big, clear "Download" button 🤌
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
We're almost at the end of #EGU25, but it's not over yet! If you're curious about how different global hydrological models agree (or disagree) with each other, we have some preliminary results to share from our study. Make sure to add it to your schedule, it only takes 5 minutes of your time.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Are you attending #EGU25 in Vienna this week? Come by the EGU booth in Hall X2 and check out my photo "Memories from Ötztal, Austria" in the EGU25 Photo Competition! If you like my click, l'd love your vote. You can also vote online using this link: blogs.egu.eu/geolog/2025/...
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Lina Stein @liinastein.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
We‘ve been using our time on the #Train2EGU in making a program of all the presentations of our group for #EGU25 @unipotsdamwater.bsky.social @uguroeztuerk.bsky.social @kavindra97.bsky.social
EGU25 program of the Analysis of Hydrologic Systems Group.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
In my latest blog post I share my opinion on why it's important to keep the environmental models as simple as possible. This is a personal view on the topic based on some of the articles read in the past few weeks. #EnvironmentalModels nirmalkularathne.com/index.php/20...
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Why Environmental Models Should Prioritize Minimal Complexity? - Nirmal's Space
Environmental models are vital for decision making; however, identifying the optimal complexity is vital to ensure model transferability.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
At the end of a long day, receiving a book delivery has a more positive effect on life than it sounds. 📖☺️
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
This article is interesting because it's looking into a question that I've been wondering for a long time. I'm only able to recall a limited number of memories. Authors suggest it might be because of the mismatch between memories and the keywords we use to recall. www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Babies do make memories — so why can’t we recall our earliest years?
MRI scans show that the brains of infants and toddlers can encode memories, even if we don’t remember them as adults.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
This is an interesting study. Now I have some research to do the next time I cross a busy street. news.mit.edu/2025/mathema...
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Mathematicians uncover the logic behind how people walk in crowds
Mathematicians studied the flow of human crowds and developed a way to predict when pedestrian paths will transition from orderly to entangled. Their findings may help inform the design of public spac...
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
🌐 What Makes an Environmental Model Complex? Initially, I assumed model complexity was solely determined by the number of parameters. However, I discovered that defining complexity is not so straightforward. Let's discuss! Share your thoughts on this topic. nirmalkularathne.com/index.php/20...
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This Environmental Model Is Complex—But Why? A Walk-through of My Search for Answers. - Nirmal's Space
I am sharing my search for answers to the questions: What exactly is a complex model? What exactly is a simple model?
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
I'm working on a new blog post and I'm excited about it 🤓 it has been a while since I finished a blog post in one sitting but the story behind this is too exciting to postpone or take a break. It'll go online sometime tomorrow. ⏳ #EnvironmentalModelling #ModelComplexity
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
I'm not happy with the way the term "Model Complexity" is used in some publications. This afternoon, I spent over 2 hours looking for an explanation in environmental modeling related articles in which that's a keyword. Finally found one just before bed. rmets.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
This is fun. I planned a field experiment in the Mekong delta to study something (yet to figure out) 😅😂
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
I like the way my brain handles unmotivated days 😅 suddenly it goes like "Why don't we start learning this ____ software again". Guess, this time the choice is not bad because I can think of many potential applications of improving my QGIS skills. 😌
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
As I'm reading about hydrological modelling, today my phone suggested this recent publication. Found this picture with a valuable message in it. While every modeller tries to do better, it is important to remember that we're all working toward the same goal. www.nature.com/articles/s41...
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Okay, I think I'm not just getting lucky with these purchases. Returning a book to Amazon in bad condition is like trying to return a cake after eating half of it. It just doesn’t happen. 😅 But I'm proud about my discovery though. 😌
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Winter is better when there's snow.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Amazon's definition of "acceptable condition" for used books is not the same as Oxford's definition. 😁
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Getting recommendations for future reads is one of the best ways to wrap up a great book 📚
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Generational egoism is holding back meaningful climate action. While our systems often prioritize short-term profits, it's future generations who will face the harsh consequences of inaction. nirmalkularathne.com/index.php/20...
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Generational Egoism in Climate Change: A Barrier to Sustainable Action Nirmal's Space
Generational egoism remains a significant barrier to effective climate action. While political and economic systems favour short-term gains, the consequences will affect future generations.
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
I have few plans for 2025, here's one of them. 📚
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
Paradise 🌊🌴
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Nirmal Kavindra Kularathne @kavindra97.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
With a growing global population, agricultural emissions are projected to rise. It's crucial to transition from traditional practices to sustainable methods to reduce emissions and ensure a healthier planet for future generations. 🌏🌾 #SustainableAgriculture nirmalkularathne.com/index.php/20...
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Sustaining the Land, Feeding the World: Sustainable Agriculture - Nirmal's Space
By adopting innovative and sustainable approaches, we can reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture.
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