Symposia and Conferences: Recent submissions

  • Role of Internal Factors in Learning English as a Second Language classroom: A study of Undergraduates 
    Pathirana, P.P.S. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Learning English as a Second Language (ESL) plays a vital role in Sri Lankan society. In ESL context Sri Lankan undergraduates encounter various difficulties in learning English such as getting exposed to an English speaking ...
  • Voice Education of Vocal Students: A Case Study based on the Knowledge of Voice and Vocal Health 
    Bulathsinhala, B.H. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    The human voice is the most dynamic and versatile of all musical instruments. So its necessary to be knowledgeable to maintain its health. However, the students who are in the practice of vocal music do not seem to pay ...
  • The Impact of L1 on L2 Writing Style 
    Dilshani, W.S.M. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    In a multi-lingual society, native speakers tend to learn second languages (L2). Phonological features of the first language (L1) affect the second language acquisition (James E Flege,1980 & Ucheoma Owhoeli,2011). Sri Lanka ...
  • The Relationship between the Church and the State: A Study based on the French Revolution 
    Nonis, P.K.R.K.M. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    After the crucifixion of Jesus, the first Christian Community was persecuted by the Roman Empire for nearly three centuries.The Roman Emperor Constantine granted religious freedom to all religions in the Roman Empire through ...
  • The Evolution of the Theological Vision in Sinhala Catholic Poetry 
    Nilukani, C.I. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    There have been several research works completed on Sinhala Catholic Hymns. However, an extensive research has not yet been done on Sinhala Catholic Poetry. The main purpose of this research is to fill this lacuna. ...
  • Practicality of Interpretation Practices to Enhance the Skills of Undergraduates Who Learn Hindi in Sri Lanka 
    Hirimuthugoda, H.D. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Interpretation can be identified as an oral or verbal form of translation. An interpreter generally needs to have an exhaustive grasp of both source and target languages, excellent verbal communication skills, satisfactory ...
  • A Comparative Study of Indefinite Pronouns in Hindi and Sinhala Noun Phrases 
    Senevirathna, W. N. S. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Syntax can be identified as a broader academic area in linguistics. According to syntactic theory, a sentence can be divided into two main parts, as noun phrase and verb phrase. Sinhala and Hindi Languages are two languages ...
  • Sri Lankan Music in Sigiri Graffiti 
    Kumara, J. C. R. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    The aim of this paper is to identify the evidence of music in Sri Lanka that has been encrypted in Sigiri Graffiti. The graffiti on the mirror-wall in Sigiriya Rock belongs to a period ranging from 8th- 10th centuries CE, ...
  • The Teachings on Abortion in Buddhism and their Relationship to the Doctrines of Medical Science (MS) 
    Ven.Sumanasara, K. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Abortion is the intentional termination of a pregnancy after conception. It allows woman to put an end to their pregnancies but involves killing the undeveloped embryo or fetus. We can find some embryological teachings ...
  • Student Academic Performance: The Role of Motivation, Strategies, and Perceived Factors Hindering Students of Vocational Training and Education at Tertiary Level in Sri Lanka 
    Weerakkody, N. C. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    The nature of motivation and learning strategy is used vitally to improve student learning outcomes. This effort was made with the intention of exploring the motivational beliefs and learning strategy used by students ...
  • An Analytical Study of the Theory of „The Survival of the Fittest‟ Depicted in the Short Story Khɑccər ƆːR ɑːDmiː (Mule And The Man) By Yashpal. 
    Lansakara, L. M. R. N. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    This paper will explore ‗The Survival of The Fittest‘, which is a phrase that originated from Darwinian Evolutionary Theory as a way of describing the mechanism of natural selection, depicted in the short story khɑccər ɔːr ...
  • A Simulation-based Modelling Approach for Sustainable Supply Chains through Smart Collaboration. 
    Gamage, D.D.; Rupasinghe, T. D. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Modelling and simulation techniques have been identified as one of the dynamic ways to analyze and deal with stochastic facets existing in a supply chain. The focus of the study is to simulate the applications of Industry ...
  • Butchering Practices of Veddah; the Indigenous People of Sri Lanka 
    Weliange, W.S.; Dandeniya, A.S.; Dewage, D.; Algiriya, A.K.P.P. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    The Veddah are an ethnic group of people living in Sri Lanka whose population is limited to around 5000 people according to cense carried out in 2011. They live in several villagers adjacent to their original homeland ...
  • Pressured Water Extraction and Solvent Extraction of Cinnamomum zeylanicum (L.) Bark and Evaluation of Anti-Diabetic Properties. 
    Wariyapperuma, W. A. N. M.; Kannangara, S. D. P.; Wijayasinghe, Y. S.; Skandaraja, S.; Jayawardena, B. M. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Pressured water extraction (PWE) is an environmentally friendly technique that has been used to extract anti-diabetic substances than solvent extraction. In the present study, Ceylon Cinnamon(CC, Cinnamomum zeylanicum)was ...
  • Significance of Fish in Culture of Veddah; The Indigenous People of Sri Lanka. Short running title; FISH IN VEDDAH CULTURE. 
    Weliange, W.S.; Algiriya, A.K.P.P.; Dandeniya, A.S.; Dewage, D. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Archaeological excavations have disclosed the remains of nine species of freshwater fish from rock shelter sediments that confirms the consumption of fish by prehistoric man in Sri Lanka 40,000 years before now. The ...
  • MATLAB Based Software Tool for Grain Classification and Their Quality Identification 
    Atapattu, H.R.S.; Jayatissa, N.W.K. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    At present, the field of agriculture is the most prevalent and enduring industry in the world. Among the existing food crops, grain varieties have attracted more attention of farmers since they play a major role in providing ...
  • Nutritional Effect of Consumption of Domestic and Commercially Available Coconut Milk Preparations in Wistar Rats. 
    Senanayake, C.M.; Seneviratne, K.N.; Jayathilaka, N.; Ekanayaka, S. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    The use of both domestic coconut milk (CM) preparations and commerciallyavailable CM preparations in cooking has become popular. The present study involves evaluating In vivo effect of domestic CM prepared by blending ...
  • Analysis of Photo - degradation Behavior of Poly Vinyl Chloride Based Products. 
    Alahapperuma, K.G.; Samarasekara, A.M.P.B. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Polymers are organic materials composed of large molecules and made of many repeating units. Polymers are widely used in industrial applications today. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a type of thermoplastic which is used in ...
  • Low Cost Method for Prototyping Printed Circuit Boards. 
    Wanigasekara, R.M.G.; Agalawaththa, J.C.; Chrandrasena, B.G.D.R.; Jayatissa, N.W.K. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are very commonly used in almost all of the electronic applications, due to ease of use. There are several modern methods of transferring circuit wiring diagrams to circuit board. Many of these ...
  • Smart White Cane. 
    Kaushalya, K. W. A.; Fernando, A. P. N.; Ekanayake, H. M. P. K.; Jayatissa, N. W. K. (In: Proceedings of the International Postgraduate Research Conference 2017 (IPRC – 2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017)
    Blindness or visual impairment affects many people around the world. There are nearly 14 % visual disables in Sri Lanka. Blind people use white canes to identify obstacles by moving the cane. Over the years, blind people ...

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