Advancing Vocational Technology through Applied Research
48Active Projects
12Research Clusters
6Industry Partners
94Publications
Research Portal
Solving Real-World
Challenges
UoVT researchers are solving real-world challenges at the intersection of technology, skilled trades, and industry — shaping Sri Lanka's workforce and contributing to global knowledge.
This portal presents our active research highlights, thematic clusters, upcoming symposia, faculty profiles, and impact metrics.
Featured Highlight
IoT-Enabled Predictive Maintenance Framework for Sri Lanka's Garment Manufacturing Sector
Smart ManufacturingIndustry 4.0
Reduces unplanned machine downtime by 37% — piloted at three facilities in the Western Province.
PI: Dr. R. Dissanayake, Dept. of Engineering Technology
Published: March 2025
2024–25 Impact
14
Peer-Reviewed Publications
+18 this year
LKR 42M
Research Funding Secured
FY 2024–25
8
International Collaborations
UNESCO, ADB partners
6
National Research Awards
Since 2020
48
Active Research Projects
Across 12 clusters