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The National Academy of Sciences, Sri Lanka is a high-level, non-governmental scientific body, established in 1976. It is a body of eminent scientists who study fundamental issues relating to scientific developments in the country and issues of national importance, as well as the links between science and economic development. The main objectives of the Academy are to: report on issues in which scientific and technological considerations are paramount to national interest; advise on activities related to the application of science and technology to national development; report on the management and rational utilization of the natural resources of Sri Lanka so as to ensure optimal productivity, consistent with the continued use of the biosphere. Currently, there are 105 fellows. The Academy has no permanent staff, but secretarial and other staff are recruited on an ad hoc basis.

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