Sri Lanka NRC Offers President’s Awards for Scientific Research0

• Features
• January 6, 2026

The National Research Council of Sri Lanka (NRC) honored exceptional Sri Lankan scientists at the President’s Awards for Scientific Research ceremony on December 18, 2025, held at Water’s Edge, Battaramulla. These awards recognize the best research papers published in esteemed journals, underscoring significant contributions from local scientists. The NRC stresses the importance of research that meets the needs of key industries in Sri Lanka and promotes studies primarily conducted within the country. The awards include the “President’s Award for Scientific Research” and the “NRC Merit Award for Scientific Research,” with eligibility extending to both publications and patents.