18th International Research Conference (KDU IRC) 2025
July 03, 2025General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University proudly announces the 18th International Research Conference (KDU IRC-2025) under the theme ‘Bridging Frontiers: Interdisciplinary Research for Sustainable Progress’, scheduled to take place on the 30th of September and the 1st of October 2025 at the university premises.
Academic staff and researchers are cordially invited to submit Extended Abstracts or Full Papers for presentation at this prestigious conference. The deadline for submission is 07th July 2025.
Over the years, the KDU IRC has evolved into a premier platform uniting researchers, academics, professionals and policymakers across diverse disciplines. The conference provides an opportunity to engage in constructive dialogue and share impactful research addressing contemporary global challenges. This year’s conference aspires to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and promote innovative approaches aimed at sustainable development.
KDU warmly welcomes contributions in the fields of Defence and Strategic Studies, Management, Social Sciences and Humanities, Law, Built Environment and Spatial Sciences, Computing, Engineering, Medicine, Basic and Applied Sciences and Allied Health Sciences. Researchers are encouraged to align their submissions with the designated conference tracks to enrich the breadth and depth of the academic discussions.
The active participation of universities will greatly enhance the success of this academic forum. We look forward to welcoming academics, professionals and researchers to the KDU IRC 2025 and to collectively advancing knowledge for sustainable progress.