Archive for Biology

Biology Olympiad Award Ceremony – Imagination for Science discoveries

Feb 03, 2012 No Comments by

Some may think that scientists are people with the knowledge on science. But my definition on a scientist is a mentally developed person with the capabilities such as imagination, visualization, and characteristics like curiosity and hunger for knowledge, said Pramith Ruwanpathirana of Royal College, Colombo, at the Award Ceremony of Sri Lankan Biology Olympiad held [...]

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Sri Lanka wins a Silver Medal at International Biology Olympiad 2011

Jul 19, 2011 6 Comments by

Arun Rajaratnam of Trinity College, Kandy won a Silver Medal at the International Biology Olympiad held at Taipei, Taiwan which concluded on 17 July 2011. There were 227 competitors participated for this competition from 61 countries. Hiruni Gajanayake (Musaus College, Colombo), Nimeshika Mahaarachchi (Devi Balika Vidyalaya, Colombo) and Shehan Ratnayake (D.S. Senanayake College, Colombo) also [...]

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Sri Lankan Biology Olympiad 2011 examination postponed

Jun 17, 2011 No Comments by

According to Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka web site, Sri Lanka Biology Olympiad examination will not be conducted on 26 June 2001. It is postponed until further notice, due to the ongoing trade union action by University Teachers. // You can download past examination papers and Marking schemes of  past Biology Olympiad examinations from IOB [...]

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Google Body Browser, a Google Earth for the human body

Jun 08, 2011 3 Comments

Google has an application called Body Browser, a detailed 3D model of the human body. It lets you explore the human body just like you can explore the world in Google Earth. // You can use Google Body Browser using WebGL-enabled browser such as latest versions of Chrome, Firefox or Internet Explorer. Goto Google Body Browser Related: Videos [...]

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Download Protype Model Papers for G.C.E. A/L Examination

Mar 15, 2011 25 Comments

Department of Examinations published Model Papers (Protype Questions) and structure of the question papers and for G.C.E.(A.L) Examination from 2011 Onwards. These papers can be download from Examination Department web site. These are available as different volumes (pdf books). Volume 1 – Science Subjects Physics, Chmistry, Mathematics, Agricultural Science, Biology, Combined Mathematics and Higher Mathematics [...]

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Workshop on Molecular Genetics and biotechnology for Advanced Level Biology Teachers and Students

Feb 15, 2011 1 Comment

Genetic society of University of Sri Jayewardenepura will be conducting a workshop on Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology with  laboratory and theoretical knowledge. This will basically provide a sound knowledge to Advanced level Genetics   Course units like Heredity and continuity of life. The workshop will be conducted by highly skilled university lecturers. // The dates are as follows: For [...]

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GCE O/L 2010 Science Model Papers – Science, Mathematics, Sinhala

Nov 15, 2010 31 Comments

New (2011 December): 2011 Science Model papers Sinhala and English by Mr K Ariyasinghe You can now download free model papers for GCE O/L (ordinary Level) by popular lecturers. Science paper was prepared by most experienced O/L teacher in Sri Lanka: Mr K Ariyasinghe. Mr Ariyasinghe has been teaching O/L for more than 40 years, and has [...]

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Career in Nursing – Enter a nursing school and become a Nurse

Nov 11, 2010 9 Comments

Nurses care for the sick and help people stay well. Nursing is a healthcare profession focused on the care of individuals, families, and communities. You can follow a Nursing course to become a nurse in Sri Lanka. Some National Universities (Colombo, Sri Jayewardenepura) also offer BSc Nursing for those who qualified from GCE A/L examination. [...]

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A/L educational television lessons on Sirasa TV

Jul 20, 2010 26 Comments

(Updated September 2009) Sirasa TV started an educational program series for GCE Advanced Level students, telecast early morning from 5.00- 6.00 am. Leading professional teachers conduct lessons in this 30 minute program series, which started from third week of July 2010. The program is titled as A3. Time table: Monday – 5 am Combined Mathematics [...]

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Scholarship for Genetic Engineering and Genetically Modified Organisms Training at Norway

Feb 12, 2010 4 Comments

The course is designed to provide policy makers, regulators, scientists and NGOs/civil society leaders, specifically from developing countries (ODA-countries), the knowledge and training necessary to develop a holistic view on the issues surrounding GMOs. The goal is to empower the participants with transdisciplinary information on GMOs, in order to critically evaluate the issue from their [...]

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