International Research Symposium on Pure and Applied Sciences (IRSPAS): Recent submissions

  • A preliminary study of lip moisturizer rich in antioxidants produced using coffee leaf extract 
    Gunasinghe, K.G.; Nadeeshani, R.; Jayathilaka, N. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    As the body’s first environmental defense, the skin is exposed to various sources of free radical damage including the sun. In addition, to maintain healthy skin, it is important to maintain the moisture content not only ...
  • “MySight” – A Mobile based Solution for the blind community 
    Nimalarathna, L.B.O.D.; Senanayake, S.H.D. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Reading is an ultimate goal of human beings which is unfortunately not available for people affected by blindness. They can only read things which are in Braille system. But we all know that every book has not been ...
  • Forecasting monthly household water consumption supplied by NWSD, Sri Lanka 
    Perera, M.L.D.M.; Hewaarachchi, A.P. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Water is an essential element for the survival of mankind and water supply is a pressing issue in this century. Household water use is generally the most important component of water consumption. In Sri Lanka, lack of ...
  • Simulator for guiding towards most appropriate mindfulness meditation approach 
    Rajapaksha, M.; Karunananda, A. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Mindfulness is one of the best cognitive skills which helps to save the energy of a particular person. Mindfulness can be considered as a part of Vipassana meditation which was found by Lord Buddha before centuries ago. ...
  • Impact of teamwork quality on software development project success: Sri Lankan context 
    Kumari, P.D.R.S.; Wijayanayake, W.M.J.I. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Software has become a very crucial in all facets of modern world by the growth of technology. A software development project (SDP) can be viewed as a set of activities performed by a set of developers. Software development ...
  • Effect of information system resources and capabilities on firm performance: Evidence from apparel industry 
    Udawaththa, P.; Wijayanayake, W.M.J.I. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Information systems (IS) play a vital role in almost every organization compared with all other resources in a firm. Organizations mostly rely on information systems to carry out and manage their operations, interact ...
  • Urban traffic simulation using agent-based modelling: A study in the Sri Lankan context 
    Amarasinghe, U.G.L.S.; Rajapakse, C. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Traffic congestion is a crucial issue affecting the quality of life of individuals all over the world. In a country like Sri Lanka where the traffic is mostly unorganised and mixed, traffic congestion occurs due to various ...
  • Sustainable tourism development in Negombo coastline: An option for co-management 
    Panagoda, P.A.B.G.; Dissanayake, D.M.S.N.; Nawalage, N.M.S.K.; Silva, H.K.A.D.; Tharaka, L.K.D.N.; Weerasinghe, H.W.G.A.S.; Bellanthudawa, B.K.A.; Kawshalyani, P.; Subanky, S.; de Silva, P.K.S.; Chandrasekara, W.U. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    The Negombo coastline is a highly populous area on the west coast of Sri Lanka, and its northern sandy extremity is very popular among the local and foreign tourists. A field survey based on face-to-face interviews with ...
  • Management of coastal resources: Lessons learnt from two coastal communities occupying the west coast of Sri Lanka 
    Kodituwakku, K.A.R.K.; Wazir, S.R.; Aththanayake, A.M.H.L.; Silva, T.M.S.D.G.; Malshani, E.M.S.; Partheepan, K.; Thevendran, K.; Udayanga, N.W.B.A.L.; Sumanapala, A.P.; Jayanga, B.H.N.; Chandrasekara, W.U. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    The livelihood of the coastal communities is mostly dependent upon the natural coastal resources. Questionnaire based field surveys were carried out focusing on the communities in two coastal towns on the west coast of ...
  • Heavy rainfall event over Sri Lanka: An assessment with WRF model 
    Koralegedara, S.B.; Lin, Chuan-Yao; Sheng, Yang-Fan (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    This study used a series of mesoscale cloud-resolving simulations with Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) Model to reproduce the heavy rainfall and persistent flooding event over Sri Lanka during 14th - 20th May 2016. ...
  • Role of the coastal community and the government in sustainable utilization and management of coastal resources in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka 
    Moragoda, M.K.N.P.; Ranasinghe, O.R.; Dikkumbura, H.K.U.S.; Kalaotuwawe, K.M.B.P.; Karunapala, H.M.B.N.; Dilini, R.M.A.; Gamanayake, B.G.N.N.; Kuruppuarachchi, H.D.; Chandrasekara, W.U. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Unawatuna is a coastal town in southern Sri Lanka, and its safe sandy beach is popular among local and overseas tourists. Since this beach generates a considerable amount of income through tourism, it is of paramount ...
  • Harmonizing water allocation for multiple uses in irrigation reservoirs of the Kala Oya river basin, Sri Lanka 
    Wimalasena, S.S.; Kularatne, M.G.; Jayasinghe-Mudalige, U.K.; Amarasinghe, U.S. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    The primary use of many lowland reservoirs in Sri Lanka is to supply of water for irrigation, and inland fishery has become a secondary use. In the present study, four irrigation reservoirs in the Kala Oya river basin, ...
  • Photosynthesis: Synthesis of what? 
    Gunawardane, M.M. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    The term photosynthesis is often used to mean the entire chain of biochemical reactions, which is initiated by light and concluded by the synthesis of carbohydrates. This series of reactions has two clearly distinct ...
  • Improving the microbial quality of mung bean (Vigna radiate) sprouts and its’ shelf life to produce a safe and ready to eat product 
    de Alwis, P.S.; Amarakoon, R. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    In Sri Lanka, legumes including mung bean (Vigna radiata) has been consumed frequently as a good source of plant protein. As germination process enhances the biological value of these legumes, people turned towards the ...
  • Study on monthly expenditures of undergraduates of Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya 
    Gunawardana, K.M.A.R.S.; Madhubashini, M.G.A.K.; Madhumali, N.G.M.; Nanayakkara, K.A.D.C.N.; Nuwanthika, G.G.T.; Pandgamage, I.D.; Rangari, S.C.; Samanpitiya, H.M.I.; Sandamali, H.D.S.; Sandhamali, N.P.A.A.; Pitigalaarachchi, P.A.A.C.; Attanayake, A.M.C.H. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    There are lots of changes in students’ lives after transition from school to university. Students face new challenges and expenditures of students are varied with these changes. The aim of this study is to understand the ...
  • A survey on usage of canteens of University of Kelaniya by students of Faculty of Science 
    Dias, S.N.U.P.; Priyasad, H.A.D.; Manamperi, D.K.S.; Kumara, M.S.M.S.; Sandaruwan, D.M.S.; Pramoda, K. A.D.A.; Fernando, T.S.D.; Rashmi, W.A.D.; Ravindran, U.M.; Dhananjani, W.T.; Pitigalaarachchi, P.A.A.C.; Attanayake, A.M.C.H. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    The university canteens while providing meals are an important meeting point for both students and staff members. There are several canteens within a university but service provided by canteens and therefore, students’ ...
  • Investigation of water consumption pattern in University of Kelaniya 
    Lekamge, M.L.D.; Dayananda, M.D.N.R.; Shanthamareen, M.; Weerasinghe, V.P.A. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Water Consumption is an environmentally and socially concerned aspect. Close observation of the water consumption pattern, help to apply water conservation measures effectively. The main objective of this study is to ...
  • Determination of an eligible location for installation of a solar panel system in the University of Kelaniya using GIS 
    Heshani, A.L.S.; Athukorala, S.M.W.; Leelarathna, W.D.S.R.; Weerasinghe, V.P.A. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    According to the international energy agency, the role of renewables continue to increase in the electricity, heating and cooling and transport sectors. Newly develop technology in photovoltaic cells that have the potential ...
  • Selection of suitable site for establishing a biogas unit using GIS: Case study in University of Kelaniya 
    Wadasinghe, L.G.Y.J.G.; Gnanasingha, S.M.; Weerasinghe, V.P.A. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Bio degradable waste management is one of emerging environmental issues in Sri Lanka due to higher moisture levels. As a first green university of Sri Lanka, the University of Kelaniya implements their green policy towards ...
  • Mapping and suitability study of existing locations of waste collection bins at University of Kelaniya 
    Handapangoda, H.M.A.K.; Jayawardana, H.A.D.A.K.; Weerasinghe, V.P.A. (Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)
    Solid waste management is one of the major environmental and social problems in Sri Lanka. Waste without proper segregation is the one of the main roots of barrier to implement solid waste management systems. University ...

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