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IPRC - 2016: Recent submissions

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Combination of Physico-Chemical Analysis and A Plant Bioassay for Screening Potential Toxicity of Drinking Waters in Selected Dug Wells in Medawachchiya Area, Sri Lanka: A Preliminary Study

Weerasekara, K.A.W.S.; Pathiratne, A.; Kithsiri, H.M.P. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Chronic Kidney Disease of unknown aetiology (CKDu) is becoming a major health problem especially in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka showing the highest prevalence in Medawachchiya area. Aetiology of this disease ...
Effect of Thermal Annealing on Electrodeposited CdS and CdS/CdTe Heterojunction

Atapattu, H.Y.R.; de Silva, D.S.M.; Pathiratne, K.A.S. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

At present CdS/CdTe based solar cells have a significant commercial impression due to its lowcost, scalability, manufacturability and simplicity. Nevertheless, it is essential to elevate the optoelectronic qualities of ...
Effect of Repeated Heating on The Oxidative Degradation of White Coconut Oil and Soy Bean Oil

Senanayake, C.M.; Jayathilaka, N.; Seneviratne, K.N. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Repeated heating of cooking oils is a common practice used mainly to save the cost in food preparations. The aim of the present study was to investigative the effect of repeated heating on the oxidative degradation of ...
The Study of Occurrence of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Sediments of Sebasthian Canal and Hamilton Canal of Sri Lanka

Subramanium, S.; Doole, F. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) are known as a major group of organic pollutants which are considered as toxic, mutagenesis and carcinogenic. These PAHs composed of two or more aromatic benzene rings are produced ...
Studies of Mass Modulated Enzymes with Purified Methylenetetrahydrofolate

Abeysinghe, T.; Kohen, A. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

The potential of the folic acid biosynthesis pathway as a target for the development of antibiotics and chemotherapeutic drugs has been recognized for many years and validated by the clinical use. One function of folic ...
Montmorillonite/TiO2 Advanced Hybrid Material Using Sri Lankan Clay: Preparation and Characterization

Premaratne, W.A.P.J. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Montmorillonite (MMT) is a naturally occurring crystalline silicate clay mineral. Nano titanium dioxide (nano-TiO2), particularly in the anatase form, is a photocatalyst under ultraviolet (UV) light. Nano-TiO2 is thus ...
Nanosilica from Sri Lankan Vein Quartz: Synthesis, Surface Modification and Characterization

Premaratne, W.A.P.J.; Priyadarshana, W.M.G.I. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Vein quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in Sri Lanka and it is mainly mined for porcelain and materials industries. Vein quartz is an economically viable earth resource for the production of nanosilica through ...
Interspecific Relationships of Piper Species in Sri Lanka as Revealed by DNA Barcode ITS

Jayarathna, N.; Senanayake, S.P.; Rajapakse, S.; Jayasekera, R.; Paranagama, P.A. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

The genus Piper which is the largest genus in the family Piperaceae is economically important as it comprises with valuable crop species as well as several wild species. Although ten species of genus Piper are recorded ...
Background Levels of Heavy Metals in Moss Hyophila Involuta as A Bioindicator Using Four Strict Nature Reserves in Sri Lanka: Sinharaja Rainforest, Knuckles Mountain Range, Horton Plains National Park and Hakgala Mountain Forest

Jayalath, J.I.K.G.; Deeyamulla, M.P.; de Silva, R.C.L. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Atmospheric deposition of six heavy metals (Zn, Cu, Pb, Ni, Cr and Cd) using the moss Hyophila involuta as a bioindicator was investigated to establish the background levels of heavy metals for different geographical and ...
Production of Amylase by A. Niger Under Submerged Fermentation Using Pineapple Peel as The Substrate and Its Application in Baking Industry

Pushpakumara, H.M.P.J.; Weerasooriya, M.K.B. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Starch-degrading amylase was produced by A. niger under submerged condition utilizing pineapple peels as the substrate. Growth parameters were optimized by changing incubation period, pH of the culture media, level of ...
Assessing Potential Genotoxic Effects of Nano-Titanium Dioxide on Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus)

de Silva, P.; Pathiratne, A. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Due to widespread use of titanium dioxide nanoparticles (nano-TiO2) in many industrial applications, significant release of nano-TiO2 to the environment can occur which may eventually reach aquatic ecosystems. Hence ...
Efficacy of Alum Treatment and Vacuum Packaging in Controlling Crown Rot Disease of Cavendish Banana

Siriwardana, H.; Abeywickrama, K.; Kannangara, S.; Jayawardana, B. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Cavendish is the widely grown banana cultivar in the world today and the most prominent cultivar in the international trade. Crown rot, one of the most drastic postharvest diseases of Cavendish banana can cause severe ...
Extinction of Quaternary Mammalian Habitats of Megafauna in Sabaragamu Basin, Sri Lanka

Sumanarathna, A.R. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lankaf, 2016)

The Quaternary period of the geographic history of earth includes two geologic epochs viz., the Pleistocene and the Holocene. Both epochs divided the faunal stages and human cultural phases based on climate and sea level ...
Evaluation the Oviposition Behaviour of Aedes Aegypti and Ae. Albopictus Mosquitoes; Main and Secondary Vector for Dengue Transmission in Sri Lanka under Laboratory Conditions

Gunathilaka, P.A.D.H.N.; Ranathunga, R.M.T.B.; Udayanga, N.W.B.A.L.; Abeyewickreme, W. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Studies on the oviposition behavior of Aedes albopictus and Ae. aegypti are critical for effective controlling of dengue vector breeding. However, less attention has been drawn on such aspects of vector biology and ...
A preliminary community survey of selected dengue patient households in the Ragama MOH, Gampaha District

Wijegunawardana, N.D.A.D.; Gunathilaka, N.; Udayanga, L.; Gunawardene, N.; Dassanayake, R.; Chandrasena, N.; Bourtzis, K.K.; Abeyewickreme, W. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Socio-economic aspects of the local population has been found to directly influence the emergence of dengue epidemics. Thus, a preliminary community survey was conducted among 30 randomly selected dengue positive patient ...
A Retrospective Study on Perinatal Post Mortems

Liyanage, S.K.; Mahendra, G.; Ratnayake, S.; Hewavisenthi, J. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

A detailed post mortem examination is the key to the recognition of pathologies related to perinatal deaths. Post mortem findings assist the clinical team in confirming their clinical and radiological findings and the ...
Information Seeking Habits and Practices of Freshman Medical Students of University of Kelaniya

Abeygunasekera, C.; Solangaarachchi, I.; Beddage, T.; Hewage, S. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Studying information-seeking habits of different groups of students is important as a decision making tool for collection development practices and introducing variety to library services. This study examined the past ...
Knowledge and attitudes among final year students of a Sri Lankan Medical Faculty on nutritional assessment and counseling

Mathangasinghe, Y.; Prasanni, W.D.D.; Ranatunga, M.M.; Jayasooriya, U.G.L.B. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

Nutritional assessment and counseling are core clinical skills expected from a medical graduate. Our objective was to describe the knowledge and attitudes on nutritional assessment and counseling among final year medical ...
Knowledge and Practices Related to Fire Safety and Their Associated Factors among Factory Workers at CEAT - Kelani International Tyres (Pvt) Ltd

Ranasinghe, N. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

According to the World Health Organization estimates, more than 250,000 deaths occur annually due to fire in the world. Fire at work place has been one of its main contributory factors. Apart from death, work related ...
A clinic-based pharmacy counselling service to improve medication adherence among diabetes out-patients

Mamunuwa, N.; Jayamanne, S.; Coombes, J.; de Silva, A.; Lynch, C.; Wickramasinghe, D. (Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016)

The burden of diabetes is increasing with the rising prevalence of the disease and its complications. Medication adherence is a significant factor in the management of diabetes. Pharmacists’ role in the improvement of ...

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