NS&SS Course 03/2024 visits The Sri Lanka Institute of Nanotechnology (SLINTEC)

NS&SS Course 03/2024 visits The Sri Lanka Institute of Nanotechnology (SLINTEC)

News | June 28, 2024

By NDC

The course participants and the faculty of NS&SS Course 03 of the National Defence College conducted a study visit to the Sri Lanka Institute of Nanotechnology on 27 June 2024. The SLINTEC extended a warm welcome to the delegation. At the outset, the Head of Advanced Materials and Sustainable Textile Research, Dr. Nuwan De Silva Ph.D. delivered the keynote address delving into the intricate realm of nanotechnology, emphasising its multifaceted applications across various sectors and the contribution of SLINTEC towards the science and technological advancement of the country.

The participants were able to visit different laboratories where researches are conducted and its industrial site where Mr. Manju Gunawardane from Ceylon Graphene Technologies, a distinguished member of SLINTEC's Board of Management, provided a brief overview of its pivotal functions and comprehensive array of services. Dr. Thushara Wajira Perera, the CEO of SLINTEC also interacted with the delegation.

The visit was a mutually enriching experience, fostering deeper understanding and collaboration between academia and the defence sector in pioneering technological advancements for sustainable development.