Nursing Research
SLNA promotes evidence-based nursing practice by supporting research initiatives across Sri Lanka, contributing to the broader body of nursing knowledge advanced globally through the International Council of Nurses (ICN) and its member associations.
Priority Research Areas
Members are encouraged to pursue research aligned with the following priority areas:
Patient Safety & Quality Care
Evidence-based practice, clinical outcomes, and infection prevention across care settings.
Community & Public Health Nursing
Health promotion, disease prevention, and outreach in community settings.
Nursing Education & Workforce
Curriculum development, competency training, and workforce planning.
Mental Health & Psychosocial Care
Mental health nursing practice and psychosocial support models.
Health Policy & Leadership
Nursing workforce policy, regulation, and leadership development.
Digital Health & Innovation
Health informatics, telehealth, and technology-enabled care delivery.
Support for Researchers
- Research grants and funding support for member-led studies
- Collaboration with universities and healthcare institutions on nursing research
- Guidance on research ethics and study design from the Research Committee
- An annual research symposium with abstract submissions and presentation opportunities for members
Getting Involved
Identify a research question
Choose a topic aligned with one of SLNA's priority research areas.
Consult the Research Committee
Get guidance on study design, ethics requirements, and available support.
Apply for grants or mentorship
Access available funding, university partnerships, or peer mentorship.
Share your findings
Present at the Annual Research Symposium and submit to the SLNA Journal.
Research Ethics: All studies involving patients, staff, or SLNA members must obtain appropriate institutional or ethics review committee clearance before data collection begins, and must follow recognised standards for research integrity and participant confidentiality.
Contact the Research Committee
For guidance on research proposals, grant applications, or collaboration opportunities, email research@slna.lk or reach out via the Contact page.