NSBM Research Council

NSBM Research Center: Bridging Academia & Industry to Solve National Challenges

Seeking Cutting-Edge Solutions to Industry & Societal Problems?

At the NSBM Research Center, we unite industry expertise and academic innovation to tackle Sri Lanka’s most pressing challenges through applied research and collaborative partnerships.

Why Partner With Us?

  • Financial & Technical Support – Access funding and expert guidance for sustainable, cost-effective solutions.
  • Rapid Implementation – From concept to real-world impact, we deliver practical results in shorter timeframes.
  • Multidisciplinary Expertise – Our researchers specialize in environmental, industrial, and socio-economic solutions.

Key Focus Areas:

🌿 Environmental & Agricultural Challenges

  • Human-Elephant Conflict | Monkey Menace | Organic Fertilizer & Crop Protection
  • Air & Water Pollution | Waste Management & Circular Economy

🏭 Industrial & Energy Solutions

  • Process Optimization | Renewable Energy | Boiler Efficiency | Hazardous Waste Management

💡 Socio-Economic Development

  • Unemployment & Brain Drain | Drinking Water Quality & Kidney Disease

Let’s Innovate Together!

Join hands with NSBM Research Center to co-create solutions that drive progress for your industry and the nation.

For Industry Partners:
“Turn Your Operational Challenges into Competitive Advantages with NSBM Research Center!”

Struggling with production inefficiencies, waste management, or energy costs? Our industry-academia partnerships deliver:

  • Customized R&D solutions with 50% cost-sharing grants
  • 6-12 month implementation timelines
  • IP ownership options for sponsoring companies

Specialized Support For:
🔧 Industrial Automation & Process Optimization
♻️ Circular Economy & Waste-to-Value Solutions
⚡ Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Integration

For Government Agencies:
“Evidence-Based Policy Solutions for Sri Lanka’s Critical National Issues”

Collaborate with NSBM to develop:

  • Data-driven interventions for human-wildlife conflict
  • Sustainable urban waste management models
  • Public health solutions for CKD hotspots
  • Youth employment innovation programs

For NGOs/International Organizations:
“Grassroots Innovation for Sustainable Development Goals”

Partner with us to:

  • Scale up successful pilot projects
  • Access interdisciplinary researcher networks
  • Develop monitoring & evaluation frameworks