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ITI Biennial Research Symposium – 2019

Excellence in Science, Technology and Innovation for Sustainable Development

The 4^th Biennial Research Symposium of ITI was held at Modern Research and Development Complex, Malabe from 17^th – 18^th December 2019. The Research Symposium was organized under the theme “Excellence in Science, Technology and Innovation for Sustainable Development” with the view of sharing and dissemination of knowledge created through research carried out by ITI scientists.

The event was ceremonially inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Honorable Minister of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation Mr. Bandula Gunawardena on 18^th December and Honorable State Minister of Technology and Innovation Mr. Thilanga Sumathipala graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour.

Dr S M Junaid Zaidi, Executive Director of COMSATS graced the occasion as a Special Guest while Mr Farhan Ansari, Sr Assistant Director, Programmes participated as a COMSATs delegation member. Prof R U Halwathura Professor in Civil Engineering, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka delivered the keynote address.

The outstanding performance of ITI scientists and engineers were appreciated during the awards ceremony and more than 28 researchers received awards and certificates.

Technical Sessions were held at MRDC seminar rooms on 17^th December afternoon and 18^th December.

The Director General, ITI Dr Radhika Samarasekera welcomed the gathering and the Organizing Chair, Dr Ilmi Hewajulige delivered the vote of thanks.

Proceedings of 4^th Biennial Research Symposium – 2019