This paper explores the relationship between the concepts of diaspora and hybrid identity and the complexities that arise as these concepts are challenged by the multiplicity of transnational relations in the 21st century. ...

Although neuroanatomical studies have indicated the occurrence of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChR) in mononuclear lymphocytes of humans, no specific subtypes of nAChR or their distribution in lymphoid tissue have ...

Students, on leaving campus, need English speech to secure employment and are therefore interested in mastering speech. Yet, the uncalled for importance attached to English in Sri Lanka makes this task exceptionally ...

Aegle marmelos (AM) has been used in traditional medicine in Asian countries to treat many disorders. The water extract of the dried flowers is a very popular drink in Sri Lanka. Due to paucity of studies on flower extract, ...

Writing, which is one of the four main skills of language learning, is an essential component in academic programmes. However, a large number of second language (L2) learners cite writing as a difficult skill to acquire. ...

The Veddas (also known as Wanniyala Atto) are the only remaining indigenous people in Sri Lanka in the 21st century. Currently, Sri Lanka is in the post war period where the government is working towards rapid national ...

Many insects use kairomones to locate their host plants. It has been reported that alates of low country live wood termite are attracted to rotted stumps and initiate the colony in rotted tea stumps. Therefore, the ...

This paper explores the articulation of experiences of war and the role it plays in building a sustainable reconciliation process in post-war Sri Lanka. In seeking to come to terms with the legacy of this violence, there ...

Migration overseas for employment has been a rising trend over the last two decades, and it has become the highest net foreign exchange earner of the Sri Lankan economy in year 2009. Remittances are of major importance ...

The main objective of this research is to examine the prices reflected in Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), which follow the weak form of the efficient market hypothesis and anomalies in the returns. Thereby the study is an ...