LNBTI

2nd Annual International Symposium on Japan–Sri Lanka Academic Collaboration

Last Update : April 2026

Introduction

The Japan–Sri Lanka Partnership in Education and Research (JASPER) Symposium is an annual academic initiative of the Lanka Nippon BizTech Institute (LNBTI), dedicated to promoting research culture, student innovation, and international academic collaboration. Building on the success of its inaugural event in 2025, JASPER 2026 marks the 2nd LNBTI Research Symposium, aiming to further enhance international visibility through strengthened engagement with Japanese partner universities and a more focused academic programme.

Under the theme “Advancing Knowledge Through Japan–Sri Lanka Academic Collaboration,” LNBTI proudly invites researchers, academics, industry professionals, and students to submit abstracts for JASPER 2026. The symposium seeks to foster intellectual exchange, strengthen global partnerships, and promote innovative, interdisciplinary research across diverse fields.

Why Participate?

  • Showcase your research to a diverse academic and industry audience
  • Get recognized in a published symposium proceeding
  • Network with leading minds across Japan and Sri Lanka
  • Gain valuable feedback and exposure

How to Participate

  1. Submit your abstract under the symposium themes.

  2. Choose your format – oral or poster presentation.

  3. Await review & acceptance from the committee.

  4. Register for JASPER 2026 and confirm participation.

  5. Present your work at the symposium and connect with peers.

Whom to Participate

Internal 

  • · LNBTI final-year students
  • · LNBTI academic staff
  • · Research supervisors
  • · UoG & SE streams

External (invited)

  • · Japanese university academics & students
  • · Collaborative research groups
  • · Industry observers

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Symposium Abstract Submission Guidelines 2026