International Workshop on “Patenting for Economic Growth: Opportunities and Challenges” during October 24-25, 2024 in Virtual-Mode

The National Science and Technology Commission (NASTEC) is the focal point of the Center for Science and Technology of Non-Aligned and Other Developing Countries (NAM S&T Center), India. NASTEC provides training opportunities for scientists and technologists in Sri Lanka with the respective announcement released by the NAM S&T Centre to its member countries.Read More

The 2024 VinFuture’s 4th Newsletter | On the Passing of Prof. Xuan Vo-Tong and Podcast with Prof. David Payne

Dear Distinguished Guest, It is with deep respect and profound sadness that I must inform you of the passing of Professor Xuan Vo-Tong, co-laureate of the 2023 VinFuture Special Prize for Innovators from Developing Countries. In August, the VinFuture family and the global agricultural community lost one of its most significant figures. ProfessorRead More

Navigating the Artificial Intelligence Landscape: Perspectives from National Academies.

As artificial intelligence (AI) technologies increasingly permeate every aspect of our lives—from healthcare and education to governance and industry—it is crucial for national academies of sciences, engineering, and medicine to both understand and actively shape the trajectory of AI development and utilisation. The rapid advancement of AI not only offers transformative potential butRead More

NEW NASSL FELLOWS INDUCTED IN 2024

Eight new fellows were inducted to the NASSL in 2024 at the induction ceremony held on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at the OPA auditorium. They are namely (from left to right), Professors Suresh de Mel,  Prasad Katulanda, Rohan Senadeera, Deepal Subasinghe,  Dileni Gunawardena, Missaka Wijayagunawardena, Anjana Silva,  and Sachith Mettananda. We warmly welcomeRead More

From Unnoticed to Time’s 100: Assoc. Prof. Svetlana Mojsov’s Quest for Well-Deserved Recognition

Hanoi, May 22nd, 2024 Dear Scientists,   It is with great enthusiasm that we present the second episode of the Unveil the Future podcast series, a collection of eight inspiring conversations with scientific luminaries! Our guests include the VinFuture Prize Laureates, esteemed members of our Prize Council and Pre-Screening Committee, and outstanding scientistsRead More