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The 79th Annual Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Advancement of Science (SLAAS) commenced with grandeur at BMICH on December 10, 2023. The event, attended by a diverse assembly of scientists from various sectors
Fostering Unity and Friendship: SLAAS 79th Annual Scientific Sessions Unveiled Read More
“Biotechnology, dating back 6,000 years, holds immense potential. Sri Lanka can benefit from its diverse applications, as categorized in the rainbow code.”
Towards a Biotechnology Based Economy in Sri Lanka: Perspectives and Challenges Read More
The National Biotechnology Policy Review Meeting was a pivotal gathering that showcased Sri Lanka’s commitment to leveraging biotechnology for the greater good. The vision is clear, and with collective efforts and strategic planning, Sri Lanka is poised to unlock the immense potential of biotechnology, ushering in a brighter and more prosperous future for all its citizens.
Advancing Sri Lanka’s Future: A Glimpse into the National Biotechnology Policy Review Meeting Read More
One prominent theme that emerged was the potential for collaboration and resource sharing among these scientific organizations. By pooling their expertise and resources, these organizations aim to enhance their effectiveness and contribute to revitalizing Sri Lanka’s scientific landscape.
NASTEC’s Recommendations Spark Hope Amid Sri Lanka’s Economic Challenges Read More
The Sri Lankan Scientist Magazine, renowned for its commitment to disseminating science, technology, and innovation-related information, held its inaugural University Ambassadors meeting on June 18th, 2023. Taking place at the prestigious Auditorium of the Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS), this landmark event brought together representatives from over 12 public and private universities in Sri Lanka. The primary objective was to foster collaboration and strengthen the magazine’s outreach efforts within the scientific community and the general public.
Sri Lankan Scientist Magazine Empowers Science Ambassadors in University Outreach Program Read More
Food Research Selection and Networking Forum- A path for commercializing the food industry related research findings and innovations” was held on 30 and 31 March 2023 at Waters Edge, Battaramulla. The …
A PATH FOR COMMERCIALIZATION OF FOOD INDUSTRY-RELATED RESEARCH FINDINGS AND INNOVATIONS Read More
Space exploration as we have known it during that time is being transformed today with more economic opportunities opening up. So, we now can see totally new terms like Space Industry, and Space Economy being used more frequently – and not just in the developed countries.
How Can Sri Lanka Benefit from Space Economy and Space Industries? Read More
Rohan Pethiyagoda, Sri Lanka’s leading naturalist and a taxonomist of freshwater fish of Sri Lanka, won the prestigious “The Linnean Medal” award by the Linnean Society of London, which is the world’s oldest active society devoted to natural history
Rohan Pethiyagoda, a Sri Lankan Researcher, has been awarded the prestigious “Linnean Medal” by The Linnean Society of London. Read More
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) formally named an asteroid after the University of Colombo on March 21, 2022. Dr Nalin Samarasinha, a University of Colombo alumnus, and Dr Tod Lauer, a fellow astronomer, found this asteroid in 2000 from the Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona, USA. The asteroid was recently given the number 607372 and the discoverers were given official discovery credit once its orbit was thoroughly established.
“COLOMBOUNILANKA”, an Asteroid Named After University of Colombo Read More
Apart from the popularly known method of X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF), the latest high-tech instrument is now in town at the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI) Colombo 7. The newly commissioned Advanced CCD Optical Emission Spectrometer at the Materials Laboratory (ML) of ITI has already started providing services to the industry for almost one year, making a fair return on investment.
ITI’s future prospects with Advanced CCD Optical Emission Spectrometer Read More