Developments in biotechnology:progress, problems and prospects

Abstract

The development of biotechnology in Sri Lanka is reviewed in the context of similar developments elsewhere,with special reference to India,Brazil and developed countries.Support for Biotechnology from overseas research funding agencies and the Natural Resources,Energy and Science Authority(NARESA)now the National Science Foundation (NSF)is outlined.A NARESA steering committee on biotechnology,first established in 1992 plays a key role in promoting Biotechnology in Sri Lanka.