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NRC 2nd National Research Symposium 2023

  • February 20, 2024
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Coinciding with the World Science Day celebrations, the NRC hosted the 2nd National Research Symposium on the 13th & 14th November 2023. The symposium’s objective was to create a platform for sharing of new knowledge and experiences among the academics, industry experts and general public on scientific developments and to emphasize the significance of science […]

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Awarded Public Private Partnership Research Projects…

  • February 8, 2024
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This year (2023) with limitations of funding, the NRC was able to identify the research requirement of the industry and fund six research projects after a thorough evaluation under the Public Private Partnership Programme, (PPP). Thus, the research projects were designed based on the Industry R&D needs, targeting, direct benefit to the economy. This approach […]

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National Science Exposition: Mysteries of The Human Body to Healthy Life

  • February 8, 2024
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The National Science Exposition- 2023, a three-day exhibition showcasing the science shaping our future, was held at the Natural History Museum and the surrounding area, aiming to popularize science, technology, and research knowledge among the society. Led by the Education Ministry’s Research and Innovation Branch, a number of public and private sector organizations participated in […]

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Awarded Public Private Partnership Research Projects

  • February 8, 2024
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This year (2023) with limitations of funding, the NRC was able to identify the research requirement of the industry and fund six research projects after a thorough evaluation under the Public Private Partnership Programme, (PPP). Thus, the research projects were designed based on the Industry R&D needs, targeting, direct benefit to the economy. This approach […]

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NRC CONGRATULATES THE SRI LANKAN RESEARCHERS OF THE ASIAN SCIENTIST 100

  • February 8, 2024
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Every year since 2016, Asian Scientist Magazine compiles a list of Asia’s most outstanding researchers. Now into its eighth edition, the Asian Scientist 100 list celebrates the success of the region’s best and brightest, highlighting their achievements across a range of scientific disciplines. To be acknowledged on this list, the honouree must have received a […]

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Launch of NRC logo and inaugural newsletter.

  • September 15, 2022
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NRC launched its official logo and the inaugural issue of its newsletter at a simple staff gathering held on 14.09.2022. The Chairman, Prof. Hemantha Dodampahala launched the official logo for the first time on the NRC website. The newsletter which is a new initiative from the NRC Outreach Program, made its first appearance to the public via […]

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Indigenous Products for Export Market

  • March 7, 2022
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According to the request of line ministry, the NRC has called applications to support R&D activities to result in indigenous products for export. NRC received 17 applications and there were 5 research projects selected for funding, after the evaluation process. MPG 21-02 Involvement of green nano technology and bio-fermentation for Sri Lankan traditional Medicinal Preparation […]

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The President’s Award for Scientific Research 2018

  • July 21, 2021
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The President’s Awards for Scientific Research was held on 06th April 2021 at the Auditorium of Sri Lanka Institute of Architects. The awards were given out for the top-ranked research papers published in prestigious journals that had a substantial contribution from Sri Lankan scientists. The ceremony was held as an online event due to the […]

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