Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka: October 2009

Several newspapers and TV channels gave publicity to the news on winning of two bronze medals at International Biology Olympiad.

The article in Sunday Observer.

http://www.sundayobserver.lk/2009/07/26/new025.asp

ITN News:

Objectives of the IOB

(a) To promote and advance the Science of Biology and its application in Sri Lanka.
(b) To advice the Government, and give counsel to public corporations, local bodies
and other institutions on all matters connected with the application of Biology to
the progress and development of the country.
(c) To promote acquisition, dissemination and interchange of biological knowledge by
i. Providing a forum for the presentation of original communications and discussions
ii. Establishing and maintaining libraries
iii. Publishing matters of interest to the profession of Biology and any other means.
(d) To promote education in Biology at all levels
(e) To promote, encourage and foster original research in Biology
(f) To ensure the maintenance of high standards in the professional activities and the
general conduct of its members
(g) To establish liaison with other scientific organizations
(h) To establish and enhance the status of the profession of Biology in Sri Lanka.

Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka

Friday, October 02, 2009

Winning medals at International Competition - Biology Olympiad in the news