Royal Australian Chemical Institute CEO discusses future collaborations with IChemC

Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) CEO Shenal Basnayake recently visited the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon (IChemC) while he was in Sri Lanka. 
He mentioned his plans for Sri Lanka and mapped out a pathway for cooperation between the RACI and IChemC. The event created a unique opportunity for the institute and the country to drive future IChemC activities.
The IChemC is a leading professional body for chemists in Sri Lanka, dedicated to being the beacon of excellence in chemical sciences for socioeconomic development through education, research and innovation. 
Its core values of responsibility, teamwork, innovation and excellence through professionalism drive it to set and achieve numerous impactful aims and objectives. By offering a wide range of educational programmes and actively promoting the practical applications of chemistry, it is committed to advancing the field and making a significant contribution to society.

The Australian National Chemistry Quiz (ANCQ) is held every year by the RACI in various countries, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. The Australian organisation supplies the question papers, multiple-choice answer sheets and other materials in English.
The RACI has a strong tradition of scientific excellence and is dedicated to advancing the chemical sciences for the betterment of Australia and beyond. It brings together passionate individuals from the academia, industry, government and school science educators who share a common goal, to promote the understanding and application of chemistry for the benefit of society. The RACI acts as a central point for sharing ideas and fostering scientific discovery.
The event was graced by IChem President Prof. Janitha Liyanage, ANCQ Overall Coordinator and Senior Administrative Executive N.I.N.S. Nadaras, Registrar Geethanjith Karunarathna, Chemistry Department Head Dr. Dinusha Udukala, Senior Lecturer Prof. T. Gobika, Allied Sciences Department Head Dr. A.A.P. Keerthi, DLT Director E.G. Somapala, IChemC Past President (22/23) N.H.S. Hettigedara, IChemC Past President (16/17) and Visiting Lecturer M.R.M. Haniffa, Public Relationship Officer Kasuni Piyawardena and Teaching Assistant Hiruni Seneviratne.
It was an exceptional success, uniting the institute and fostering collaboration, paving the way for technological advancement and empowerment of the future.