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India’s Startup Ecosystem Faces Shift as Funding Drops to $11B in 2025 0
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- February 26, 2026
India’s startup landscape sees a significant funding decline, with investors prioritizing quality over quantity in 2025.
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Biotechnology Open Forum opens at University of Colombo 0
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- January 26, 2026
The Center for Transdisciplinary Biotechnology Research (CTBR) at the Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, held its inaugural open forum today, featuring participation from industry, academia, and ministerial representatives. Prof. Preethi Udagama was honored for her visionary leadership in establishing the CTBR. The event included an exhibition showcasing research with potential commercial applications. Deputy Minister Mr. Chathuranga Abeysinghe also attended the exhibition.
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Ancient Galaxy Starved by Black Hole: A New Perspective on Cosmic Death 0
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- January 25, 2026
A newly discovered ancient galaxy showcases how black holes can starve galaxies of fuel, reshaping our understanding of cosmic evolution.
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Sri Lanka NRC Offers President’s Awards for Scientific Research 0
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- 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.
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Impact of Warmer River Temperatures on Japanese Eel Populations Revealed 0
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- December 23, 2025
Research shows that warmer rivers significantly influence the abundance of Japanese eel populations in northern habitats.
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New Mushroom Species Discovered in Sri Lanka: Significant Findings by Dr. Aseni Navoda Ediriweera and Research Team 0
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- May 27, 2023
Dr. Aseni Navoda Ediriweera and her research team from Mae Fah Luang University in Thailand and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have made significant discoveries in the field of mycology. They have identified two new mushroom species and a new record of a mushroom species in Sri Lanka.
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