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SUMMARY:BIOINFORMATICS WORKSHOP "Eukaryotic Pathogen Database Usage"
DESCRIPTION:This is a distance learning\, non-residential workshop conducted by Eukaryotic Pathogen Database (EuPathDB) staff and leading scientists in the world together with local instructors. The lectures will be conducted and online training will be provided by international experts using virtual presentation software. \nEuPathDB (EuPathDB.org)\, an NIH/NIAID-supported Bioinformatics Resource Center (BRC) based in the United States of America provides the global scientific community with access to genomic-scale datasets related to key eukaryotic pathogens (Fungi\, Plasmodium\, Cryptosporidium\, Giardia\, Leishmania\, etc.). In addition to genome sequences\, this resource houses a variety of functional genomics data (RNA sequence\, polymorphism data\, proteomics\, metabolic pathways etc.)\, allowing researchers to identify and prioritize targets for further experimental analysis in the lab. \nThis course is being organized and hosted by the Faculty of Medical Sciences\, University of Sri Jayewardenepura\, Sri Lanka. \n  \n\n\n\nHOW TO APPLY\n\n\nPrerequisites\nPostgraduate students/Supervisors/Consultants/Research officers/Scientists in Biological disciplines (Biological Sciences\, Molecular Biology\, Medicine and Dentistry etc.) with relevant research/diagnostic interests are encouraged. \nApplications\nAvailable here \nDeadline for application: 05th of August 2015\nSelections will be notified to the applicants on or before the 08th of August 2015 \nRegistration fee\nSince there are limited places (20)\, registration is a prerequisite before the workshop by the selected participants on or before the deadline (15th of August 2015). Method of payment will be notified to the selected applicants by e-mail. Registration fees are subsidized to all categories. Since this is an intensive course\, it is also important that participant be present in all days and be punctual.\nDeadline for registration : Before 15th of August 2015
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/bioinformatics-workshop/
LOCATION:Faculty of Medical Sciences(UoSJ)\, University of Sri Jayewardenepura\, Nugegoda\, Sri Lanka
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150821
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SUMMARY:Astrobiology Research Conference  2015 - Peradeniya\, Kandy
DESCRIPTION:From the 2001 occurrence of Red Rain in Sri Lanka to the 2012 meteorite falls in the Polonnaruwa district some areas of astrobiology research has naturally been focused on this island. Moreover\, University of Ceylon Alumnus Vidya Jyothi Prof. Chandra Wickramasinghe being one of the pioneers of this subject\, particularly in relation to panspermia\, we consider an interdisciplinary conference to be a timely venture. Recent research in many diverse areas of science from microbiology\, studies of comets and cometary dust in the stratosphere to the search for habitable extrasolar planets all point to the relevance of such a conference. \nThe University of Peradeniya recognizing the relevance and importance of this field announces the 1st International Conference on Astrobiology to be held in Kandy\, Sri Lanka. This conference will provide a timely forum for scientists not only from south Asia\, but from around the world who work in the interdisciplinary field of astrobiology — the study of the origin\, evolution\, distribution\, and future of life in the universe — to convene and report on research findings and plan future endeavours. \nConference Chair \n  \n \nProf. Chandra Wickramasinghe \nDirector of the Buckingham Centre for Astrobiology University of Buckingham\, UK \nAffiliated Visiting Professor\, University of Peradeniya \, Sri Lanka \n  \n  \nKey Dates  \n30th June –  Abstract Submission Deadline \n10th July  – Author Notification \n31st July  – Author registration & final paper deadline \n21st August   – Conference Begins
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/astrobiology-research-conference-2015-peradeniya-kandy/
LOCATION:University of Peradeniya\, Peradeniya\, Kandy\, 45899\, Sri Lanka
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SUMMARY:National Symposium on Agriculture - NSA 2015 - Faculty of Agriculture \, Eastern University \, Sri Lanka
DESCRIPTION:The proposed National Symposium on Agriculture will address the sustainable food security activities. This symposium is an avenue to provide scientific platform for academics\, scholars\, thinkers\, scientists and students to disseminate information on selected interdisciplinary topics to create global impact in the field of Agriculture. \nFor Whom?\nNSA 2015 invites scientists\, academics\, young researchers and relevant stakeholders at the national level. \nSymposium Theme\nFood Security for Future: Challenges and Opportunities \nSymposium Tracks\n• Agricultural Extension and Communication \n• Climate change and Adaptation \n• Crop Production \n• Food and Nutrition \n• Irrigation and Water Management \n• Livestock and Aquaculture \n• Environment and Natural Resources \n• Plant Protection \n• Postharvest Technology \n• Soil and Plant Nutrition \nFinal Key Dates\n\nSubmission of Extended Abstract : April 30\, 2015\nNotification of Acceptance             : May 30\, 2015\nFinal Submission                           : June 20\, 2015\nRegistration                                   : July 20\, 2015\nSymposium                                    : August 5\, 2015
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/national-symposium-on-agriculture-nsa-2015-faculty-of-agriculture-eastern-university-sri-lanka/
LOCATION:Faculty of Agriculture\, Eastern University of Sri lanka\, Chenkalady\, Sri Lanka
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150722
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SUMMARY:First International Conference on Natural Products Genomics and Drug Discovery
DESCRIPTION:First International Conference on Natural Products Genomics and Drug Discovery\n“Herbal Products and Nutraceuticals in the\nPrevention and Treatment of Disease”\n22 – 24 July 2015\, Galadari Hotel\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka \n\nThe focus of this conference is to increase awareness on the many ways that natural products have impacted modern medicine and discuss their potential contribution to future drug discovery around the world.\n \nThematic areas of the conference are: \n\n\n\n\nNatural Products\nFood as Medicine in Prevention and Treatment of Diseases\nNatural Products Genomics\nDrug Discovery\n\n\n\n\nIt is said that if mother-nature gives us the disease\, mother-nature also provides the cure to these diseases. By the 19th century\, the source of all drugs sold in drug stores in Europe and North America was natural products. These drug stores eventually developed into larger pharmaceutical companies. According to some estimates\, as much as 80% of the drugs used even today\, have their roots in natural products. Examples include statins for heart\, metformin for diabetes\, steroids for inflammation\, asprin for pain and chemotherapeutic agents such as paclitaxel\, camptothecin\, vinblastin\, vincristine\, thalidomide. In fact\, of the 121 prescription drugs in use today for cancer treatment\, 90 are derived from plants. \nA rich assortment of medicinal plants has been the foundation of Sri Lanka’s indigenous ayurvedic system of healing. The word “Ayurveda” comes from Sanskrit meaning “knowledge about life” or knowledge which shows us how to maintain good health and how to cure illnesses. Many of the ancient kings have dedicated their services to the development of ayurveda medicine in Sri Lanka such as King Pandukabhaya (4th Century BC)\, King Buddhadasa (362-409 AD)\, King Datusena (460-478 AD) (Mahavamsa and Chulavamsa). Therefore Sri Lanka\, known also for its natural beauty\, becomes a leading choice as venue to host a conference focusing on natural products. The focus of this conference is not only to discuss the different ways natural products have impacted modern medicine\, but also to discuss the potentially many ways they can contribute towards future drug discovery around the world.\n \n \nThis conference is organized by the International Society for Natural Products Genomics and Drug Discovery.\n 
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/first-international-conference-on-natural-products-genomics-and-drug-discovery/
LOCATION:Hotel Galadhari\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150709
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SUMMARY:The 128th Anniversary International Medical Congress of the SLMA
DESCRIPTION:The 128th Anniversary International Medical Congress of the Sri Lanka Medical Association will be held from 5th – 8th July 2015 at the Galadari Hotel\, Colombo. \nThe vibrant academic programme would cover a multitude of timely topics with 21 symposia and 9 guest lectures with the participation of eminent local and foreign speakers from the profession. It would also encompass breakfast meetings and thought provoking lunchtime debates. Moreover\, programme includes the illustrious Professor N D W Lionel Memorial Oration\, Dr. S C Paul oration and the Dr. S Ramachanchran Memorial Oration. Several Pre and Post Congress workshops on important current aspects of health care such as patient safety\, alternative medicine\, sleep medicine\, pain management and research and audit will be held linked to the main Congress. \nThe programme of the congress also contains several delightful events including the much-anticipated Doctor’s Concert and the SLMA Banquet. \nThis Congress would serve as an ideal forum to share and disseminate knowledge to a wider audience of health care professionals and the public\, encouraging all stakeholders of health to connect\, communicate and to collaborate for better health and health care.
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/congress-of-the-slma/
LOCATION:Hotel Galadhari\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150627
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SUMMARY:Agricultural Research Symposium (AGRES) - Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management\, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
DESCRIPTION:The Agricultural Research Symposium (AGRES) of the Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management\, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka is a significant event in the calendar of the university.\n\n\nObjectives\nTo promote agricultural research\, provide opportunity for undergraduates to present their findings with other institutions.\nOverview\nThe Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management has been organizing the Agricultural Research Symposium of Wayamba University in Sri Lanka as an annual event of the faculty since 2001. During the symposium the research projects carried out by final year undergraduates under four disciplines namely\, Horticulture and Landscape Gardening\, Agribusiness Management\, Plantation Management and Biotechnology are presented and evaluated.\n 
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/agricultural-research-symposium-agres-faculty-of-agriculture-and-plantation-management-wayamba-university-of-sri-lanka/
LOCATION:Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management\, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka\, Makandura\, Sri Lanka
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150613
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual International Conference on Agriculture and Forestry 2015
DESCRIPTION:With the aim to promote agricultural sustainability\, The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM) of Sri Lanka holds International Conferences on Agriculture and Forestry (ICOAF). The conference is an avenue to provide scientific platform for academics\, scholars\, thinkers\, practitioners\, scientists\, and corporate and public policy-makers around the world to exchange knowledge\, discuss issues\, share innovations\, and for linkages and network. \nThe ICOAF – 2014 was a very successful premier forum for the presentation of new advances and research results in the fields of Agriculture and Forestry. Thus to continue its momentum\, the 2nd Annual International Conference on Agriculture and Forestry (ICOAF-2015) will be held on June 10th – 12th 2015\, at Colombo\, Sri Lanka\, with the theme: “Sustainable Agriculture and Global Food Security.” The conference will create a perfect platform with a keynote forum\, scientific sessions\, an exhibition\, an executive round table\, and a social networking dinner to explore innovative and appropriate solutions and to ensure sustainable agriculture practices and global food security. \n  \n\n\nBENEFITS OF ATTENDING\n\n\n\nMore than 100 presentations\nKey note sessions with leading characters in the field of agriculture and food security\nNetworking opportunities with expertise\nCultural event and post conference tour to explore the beauty and local traditions of Sri Lanka\nSpecial rates for Asian and African participants\nSpecial attention to young and innovative researchers to uplift their career\nAwards and medals to winners\nPublication opportunities in the best international research journals
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/2nd-annual-international-conference-on-agriculture-and-forestry-2015/
LOCATION:Hotel Galadhari\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150611
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SUMMARY:Genomics Solutions at Your Doorstep
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to the Next Generation Genome Sequencing Facility at the\nHuman Genetics Unit\, Faculty of Medicine\, University of Colombo\nORGANISED BY\nILLUMINA INC\, USA & ALLIANCE GLOBAL GROUP\, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES\nIN COLLABORATION WITH THE\nHUMAN GENETICS UNIT\, FACULTY OF MEDICINE\, UNIVERSITY OF COLOMBO \n\n10 June 2015\, Galadari Hotel\, Colombo \n  \n09:00 – 09:30 – Evolution of sequencing and SBS technology by illumina \n  \n09:30 – 10:00 – illumina platforms \n  \n10.00 – 10.30 – Tea & Discussion \n  \n10.30 – 11:00 – illumina NGS solutions for R&D and Agrigenomics \n  \n11:00 – 11:30 – illumina in the world of diagnostics \n  \n11:30 – 12:30 – HGU as a Reference Laboratory in Sri Lanka for NGS Solutions \n  \n12.30 – Lunch and Discussion \n  \n14.00 Onwards – Laboratory visits to the Human Genetics Unit\, Faculty of Medicine\, University of Colombo \n\n  \n  \n\nRegistration fee is Rs. 1000/- \n\nThe event is limited to 50 participants on a first come first serve basis. The number of participants from any Organization or University Department would be restricted to a maximum of 2 (two) \nTo reserve your place and register – Please email saku_surangi@yahoo.co.uk \nRegistrations close on 29 May 2015 at 4.00 pm
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/genomics-solutions-at-your-doorstep/
LOCATION:Hotel Galadhari\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka
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SUMMARY:“Influenza Infection in Pregnancy” - Organized by National Influenza Center\, MRI
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URL:http://scientist.lk/event/influenza-infection-in-pregnancy-organized-by-national-influenza-center-mri/
LOCATION:Medical Research  Institute\, Colombo\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150530
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SUMMARY:Training Course in Cell Culture Techniques - IBMBB
DESCRIPTION:Course will be of 45 h duration and will consist of theory and practicals with hands on experience in basic cell culture techniques such as safety precautions in cell culture lab\, media preparation\, cell counting and viability determination\, growth of adherent and suspension cells and maintenance of cells\, freezing and thawing of human cancer cell lines\, apoptotic detection by AO/EB staining and DNA fragmentation assay\, cytotoxicity determination by MTT and SRB assays and an exposure to anti cancer drug screening. Isolation and maintenance of primary cells and DNA and RNA extraction from cultured cells also will be discussed. \nWe look for\nThe course is suitable for young scientists\, clinicians\, academics\, technical officers and postgraduate students\, students awaiting higher studies in biological sciences and individuals who are interested in pursuing animal cell culture in their scientific fields. Maximum number of participants is limited to 15. \n\n\nCourse fee\n\nFor local participants – Rs. 50\,000 /=Course fee for applicants from other SAARC countries – 575 USD.For those interested in payment by credit card payment through Payment Gateway can be arranged. \n\n\nHow to apply\n\nClick here to apply online or for those who wish to apply in person are required to make a written application to the Director\, IBMBB. A brief curriculum-vitae and a brief description (less than 500 words) on how learning cell culture techniques will help in the Career Development of the applicant should be sent with the application. \n\n\nPayment information\n\nFull payment is required before admission to the course. Details of payments will be communicated to applicants who are selected to follow the course. \n\n\nDates & Deadline\n\nFrom – 25th to 29 th May 2015EarlyBird Registration – 20th April 2014 (Pay before 20th April and get a 10% discount!!!)  \nDeadline – 12th May 2015
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/training-course-in-cell-culture-techniques/
LOCATION:Institute of Biochemistry\, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology\, University of Colombo\, Colombo 3\, Sri Lanka
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SUMMARY:International Conference on Food Safety and Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:International Conference on Food Safety and Nutrition 2015 which will be held on 22nd& 23rd May in Colombo\, Sri Lanka. The main objective of the International Conference on Food Safety and Nutrition is to provide a platform for researchers\, scholars\, academicians as well as industrial professionals from all over the world to present their research results and development activities in Food Security and Nutrition.ICFSN 2015 will bring together leading Nutrition researchers and Scientists in Food Safety and Nutrition from around the world. This conference provides opportunities for the delegates to exchange new ideas and application experiences face to face\, to establish business or research relations and to find global partners for future collaboration. In advance\, all the submitted full papers will be included in the conference proceedings CD and proceeding book. Submitted conference papers will be reviewed by scientific committee of the Conference. \n  \n\nConference Track\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood Biotechnology\nFood engineering\n\n\nFood systems\nFood Anthropology and Gastronomy\n\n\nDiet and cognition\nAntioxidants and photochemical\n\n\nCarbohydrates\nClinical and physiological techniques\n\n\nMacronutrients\nMinerals and trace elements\n\n\nProtein\nDiet studies\n\n\nBiodiversity for diet diversity\nTheories of knowledge in nutrition\n\n\nNutrition education\nFood and nutrition policies\n\n\nSports nutrition\nNutritional state\n\n\nReproduction and lactation\nBiotechnology\n\n\nVitamins\, Nutrients and Supplements\nFood and nutrition security: new concepts and strategies\n\n\n\n  \n\nImportant Dates\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration and Abstract submission deadline\nApril 02 nd 2015.\n\n\nNotification of acceptance\nApril 09 th 2015.\n\n\nFull paper submission deadline & conference fee payment deadline\nApril 29 th 2015.\n\n\n\n\nSubmission Guidelines\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFull Paper\nDownload\n\n\nAbstract Submission Template\nDownload\n\n\nEvery presentation give 20min allocated (15min presentation & 05min questions)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter\n310$\n\n\nParticipant\n310$\n\n\nVirtual\n190$\n\n\nSri Lankan Rs.12000.00 (Conference team will be contact you for payment)
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/international-conference-on-food-safety-and-nutrition/
LOCATION:Hotel Cinnamon Grand Colombo\, 77\, Galle Road\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150523
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SUMMARY:Seventh Annual Scientific Sessions - Institute of Biochemistry\, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology\, University of Colombo
DESCRIPTION:The Seventh Annual Scientific Sessions of the Institute of Biochemistry\, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology\, University of Colombo will be held on the 21st of May 2015. The Scientific programme will include plenary lectures and oral/poster presentations. \nMost of the presentations will be from staff/students of the IBMBB. A limited number of abstracts for oral/poster presentations are also included from postgraduate students registered at other higher educational institutes and junior researchers from higher educational or research institutes.
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/ibmbb-annual-scientific-sessions/
LOCATION:Institute of Biochemistry\, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology\, University of Colombo\, Colombo 3\, Sri Lanka
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150518
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SUMMARY:ICSTS 2015 - 2nd International Congress on Science & Technology for Society
DESCRIPTION:ICSTS 2015 is an International forum which provides a state -of the-art platform to researchers in science. It is coming up with its 2nd International Congress On Science & Technology For Society. \nWith A theme: Conservation of Environment by Advanced Technologies through social Approaches for Sustainable Development which will be held in 5* Hotel Galadhari\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka during may 15\,16 & 17\, 2015. It is one of the leading Global conferences for presenting novel and fundamental advances in the fields of science\, Technology & Humanity. It will serves to foster communication amongst reseachers and practitioners working in a wide variety of scientific areas with a common interest in enriching Science for Humanity related techniques.\nAll selected and Registered papers for the ICSTS 2015 will be published in the International Journal of Researches in Biosciences\, Agriculture & Technology\, IJRBAT and International Journal of Researches in Social Sciences & Information Studies\,IJRSSIS Above Journals use viper (Anti-Plagiarism Scanner Software) for Plagiarism in any form is not allowed & is a punishable offence)\nAuthors are kindly requested to submit full text papers including results\, tables\, figures and references.Full text papers will be accepted in(.docx\, .doc file only) by Electronic Submission System or by Email: submission.icsts2015@gmail.com /submission.icsts2015@vmasindia.org Research articles submitted to the conference should meet criteria of guidelines for manuscript submission of Journals which are mentioned in http://vmsindia.org/journals/ ijrbat/guidline-for- manuscript-submission-ijrbat(For Science & Technology) and http://vmsindia.org/journals/ijrsitm/guidline-for-manascript submission- ijrsitm (For Social Science\, Home Science & Commerce) and must not be under consideration for publication elsewhere. \nPaper Page Limit\nRegular Papers: 6 pages\, including\nall figures\, tables\, and references. \nPurchasing Extra Pages:\nExtra pages exceeding 6 pages can be purchased at  Rs. 250/- / $10 / 150 baht per extra page. \nSubmission Methods\nElectronic Submission System available on www.vmsindia.org  OR\nEmail : submission.icsts2015@gmail.com\nEnglish is the official language of the conference. We welcome paper submissions. Prospective authors are invited to submit full (and original research) papers (which are NOT submitted/ published/under consideration anywhere in other conferences/ journal) in electronic (Word.doc &.docx format only).
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/icsts-2015-2nd-international-congress-on-science-technology-for-society/
LOCATION:Hotel Galadhari\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150510
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SUMMARY:EUROPEAN BIOTECHNOLOGY CONGRESS 2015
DESCRIPTION:Romania\, the twelfth largest country in Europe is located at the intersection of Central and Southeastern Europe\, bordering on the Black Sea. The name “Romania”\, which was first used when the three regions of the country- Walachia\, Moldavia and Transylvania- were united in 1850\, reflects the influence of ancient Rome on the nation’s language and culture. \nBucharest\, also named Dâmboviţa Citadel during the 14th and 15th centuries\, is the capital municipality\, cultural\, industrial and financial centre of Romania. It was first mentioned in documents in 1459\, became the capital of Romania in 1862 and is the centre of Romanian media\, culture and art. In the period between the two World Wars\, the city’s elegant architecture and the sophistication of its elite earned Bucharest the nickname of „Little Paris”. \nThe University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine in Bucharest is one of the oldest  education institutions in Romania. It was established upon the initiative of Barbu Dimitrie Stirbei\, Prince of Walachia\, in 1852. Nowadays\, this University is a modern education institution with all the forms of higher education\, ranging from Bsc\, to Msc and PhD studies. \nEuropean Biotechnology Congress 2015 will be organized by European Biotechnology Thematic Network Association between the dates 7 – 9 May 2014.
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/european-biotechnology-congress-2015/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, Bucharest \, Bucharest \, Romania
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150401
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SUMMARY:Faculty of Medical Sciences - University of Sri Jayawardhanapura - Scientific Sessions 2015
DESCRIPTION:FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES ORATION \nApplications are invited for the Faculty of Medical Sciences Oration to be held on 1st April 2015 at the inauguration of the Scientific Sessions. The academic staff members of the Faculty of Medical Sciences are eligible to apply.Five copies of the script should be submitted. Each copy should be accompanied with a brief resume of the orator indicating the contribution made to advancement of knowledge in the subject. \nFREE PAPERS AND POSTERS \nApplications are invited for free papers and poster presentations. Closing date for free papers and posters will be 30th January 2015.Guidelines for abstracts are available here.
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/faculty-of-medical-sciences-university-of-sri-jayawardhanapura-scientific-sessions-2015/
LOCATION:Faculty of Medical Sciences\, University of Sri Jayewardenepura\, Nugegoda\, Sri Lanka
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SUMMARY:The Medicare National Health Care Exhibition 2015 - Sri Lanka
DESCRIPTION:The high quality of health professionals in Sri Lanka is acknowledge around the world and creating awareness about and adopting the newest innovations in different branches of medicine\, technology and science will undoubtedly enables us to improve the overall quality of national health. \n  \nThe Medicare – National Healthcare Exhibition 2015 focuses on introducing and promoting the latest advances in medical science and technology. Organized by the Ministry of Health in collaboration with Aitken Spence Convention and Exhibition for the sixth consecutive year\, it showcases the latest in modern healthcare\, disease prevention\, effective treatment methods\, newest technology and latest services available in Sri Lankan hospitals and laboratories as well as the global medical sector. \n  \nThis Exhibition offers business and medical instructions and ideal platform to network\, do business and discover cutting edge breakthroughs in medical science. However its primary purpose is to provide the public with timely\, accurate and important information and updates on health issues and the latest technology available for diseases diagnosis\, prevention and cure.
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/the-medicare-national-health-care-exhibition-2015-sri-lanka/
LOCATION:BMICH\, Colombo\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka
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SUMMARY:YSF Day – 2014
DESCRIPTION:Activity Day for Scientists\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganized by\nThe Young Scientists Forum (YSF)\nNational Science and Technology Commission\nSaturday 20th December 2014\nat\nNational Science Foundation \n5/47\, Vidya Mawatha\, Colombo 7 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgramme\n\n      All are Welcome\n\n\n\n\n\n\n08.30 – 09.00 a.m.\nRegistration\n\n\n09.00 – 09.05 a.m.\nWelcome speech – Chairman\, Young Scientists Forum\n\n\n09.05 – 09.10 a.m.\nAddress by Director\, NASTEC\n\n\n\n\n\n\n09.15 – 10.00 a.m.\nKey Note Address: “Sustainability of Scientists: Science\, Research\, Money and Family”\n\n\n\nProf. Ranjith Dissanayake\nHead/ Department of Civil Engineering\nFaculty of Engineering\, University of Peradeniya\n\n\n\n10.00 – 10.30 a.m.\nTea\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10.30 – 10.45 a.m.\nImprove your language skills\n\n\n\n\nDr. (Mrs) Vindya Basnayake\nDeputy Director Plant Virus Indexing Unit\,\nDepartment of Agriculture\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10.45 – 11.15 a.m.\nAre you good at team-work in science?\n\n\n\n\nDr. Prabhath Karunanayake\nHead – Human Resource Division\, Access Engineering\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11.15 – 11.30 a.m.\nAccreditation for Scientists\n\n\n\n\nMr. G.D. Ruwan Kumara\nTechnical Assessor\, Sri Lanka Accreditation Board\nPublic Affairs\, Communications and Scientific & Regulatory Affairs Manager\nCoca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka Ltd.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11.30 – 12.00 noon.\nProfessionalism\n\n\n\n\nMrs. Sunethra Jayarathne Nugawela\nCEO\, Sri Lanka Academy of Administrative Professionals\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12.00 – 12.15 p.m..\nSimple nanotechnolgical applications for ‘new generation’ scientists\n\n\n\n\nMr. Manju Gunawardena\nConsultant/ Senior Scientist\nSri Lanka Institute of Nanotechnology (SLINTEC)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12.15 – 12.45 p.m.\nCollaborative research culture for better funding opportunities\n\n\n\n\nDr. Suranga Kodithuwakku\nDepartment of Animal ScienceFaculty of Agriculture\,\nUniversity of Peradeniya\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12.45 – 01.30 p.m.\nLunch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 01.30 – 02.30 p.m.\nImprove your non-verbal communication skills\n\n\n\n\nDr. Chalinda Beneragama\nDirector\, Staff Development Center\, University of Peradeniya\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n02.45 – 04.00 p.m.\nMusical Programme with Health Break\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Fee – Rs. 500/ participantPlease conform your participation before 18th December 2014\n\n\n\n 
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/ysf-day-2014/
LOCATION:National Science Foundation\, 47/5 Maitland Place\, Colombo\, 00700\, Sri Lanka
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20141215T170000
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SUMMARY:International Conference on Sustainable Built Environment 2014 (ICSBE)
DESCRIPTION:The 5th International Conference on Sustainable Built Environment 2014 (ICSBE) will be held at Earl’s Regency Hotel\, Kandy\, Sri Lanka\, as the next in line of a highly successful series of conferences held since December 2010. The Conference will run over four days and features presentations by authors of all accepted papers\, as well as keynote lecturers. General and plenary sessions will be accompanied by workshops and technical sessions. Accepted papers will be published in a special volume of proceedings with an international standard book number (ISBN).
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/international-conference-on-sustainable-built-environment-2014-icsbe/
LOCATION:Earls Regency hotel\, Kundasale\, Kandy\, Sri Lanka
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SUMMARY:Workshop on Effective Proposal Writing
DESCRIPTION:Applications are invited from interested individuals for the above workshop. The objective of this workshop is to train prospective applicants on submitting successful research proposals to the NSF Research Grant Schemes. \nDate        :    05 December 2014\nVenue     :    Auditorium\, National Science Foundation\nTime        :    8.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.  Areas covered in the workshop will include; \n\n\n\nWriting a research proposal\nPreparation of research budgets\nEvaluators’ point of view\n\n\n\nA nominal fee of Rs. 1\,500/= will be charged from each participant. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \nRegistration forms can be downloaded from here (doc\, 100kb) or could be obtained from the NSF by contacting Dr. S. A. V. Moorthy.  (Tel: 2696771-3 Ext. 133\, Email: gowry@nsf.ac.lk). \nCompleted registration forms along with the registration fee should reach the NSF before 01 December 2014. Payments could be made by a money order or a cheque drawn in favour of ‘National Science Foundation’ or paid directly to the NSF.
URL:http://scientist.lk/event/workshop-on-effective-proposal-writing/
LOCATION:National Science Foundation\, 47/5 Maitland Place\, Colombo\, 00700\, Sri Lanka
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