Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- From asking questions about the world around them to conducting research and publishing their findings, 57 students of Ranabima Royal College, Kandy, took an important step towards becoming future researchers at the CONFLUENCE '26 Student Research Symposium.

Held on October 23, the symposium featured 22 student research projects and the launch of a research journal, highlighting the importance of introducing scientific thinking and research skills to school students.

Organised by Ranabima Royal College, the event aimed to encourage students to think independently, investigate problems, examine evidence and find answers through research.

A major highlight was the launch of the CONFLUENCE '26 Research Journal, w...