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Efficacy of methanolic extract of Zingiber officinale against seed-born fungi

Hansini, Navoda; Sooriyawansha, A.M.S.C.; Jayawardena, P.A.S.N.P.; Kumarathunga, P.G.J.D.; Dananjaya, P.D.H.; Edirisinghe, E.A.C.P.; Alwis, M.D.N.; Daranagama, D.A.; Dahanayake, J.N.; Kadigamuwa, C.C. (2023)

This study is focused on determining the efficacy of natural compounds present in Zingiber officinale methanolic plant extraction in controlling seed-born fungal pathogens Aspergillus flavus and Rhizopus oryzae. The maximum ...
Carbon stocks in mangrove ecosystems of Sri Lanka: Average contributions and determinants of sequestration potential

Perera, K.A. Roshan S.; de silva, Wasana; Amaransinghe, Mala D. (Elsevier, 2024)

Mangroves are crucial in carbon sequestration despite covering only a small percentage of the Earth's surface. Latitudinal gradient primarily determines the distribution of climatic zones of distinct sunlight, temperature, ...
Unveiling the Probiotic Properties of Lactic Acid Bacteria Inhabiting Tender Coconut Water

Pavalakumar, D.; Undugoda, L.J.S.; Manage, P.M.; Nugara, R.N.; Kannangara, S. (, Centre for Research and Knowledge Dissemination (CRKD) of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023)

This research delves into the unexplored potential of tender coconut water as a rich source of probiotics, with a focus on identifying promising probiotic lactic acid bacteria (LAB). By employing biochemical screening ...
The mycoremediation potential of phyllosphere fungi in urban ornamental plants in Sri Lanka with mathematical models for PAH degradation

Dharmasiri, Nadeema; Kannangara, Sagarika; Undugoda, Lanka; Munasinghe, Jayantha; Madushika, Ruvini; Thambugala, Kasun M.; Gunathunga, Chathuri; Pavalakumar, Dayani (2024)

Currently, phylloremediation has emerged as a highly effective method for eliminating air pollutants, particularly polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). When PAHs accumulate on the phyllosphere, they significantly impact the ...
Evaluating the Probiotic Profile, Antioxidant Properties, and Safety of Indigenous Lactobacillus spp. Inhabiting Fermented Green Tender Coconut Water

Pavalakumar, Dayani; Undugoda, Lanka Jeewanie Samarakoon; Gunathunga, Chathuri Jayamalie; Manage, Pathmalal Marakkale; Ruwani, Nilushi Nugara; Kannangara, Sagarika Dilpushpi; Lankasena, Bentotage Nalaka Samantha (2024)

This study isolated and characterized four indigenous lactic acid bacterial strains from naturally fermented green tender coco-nut water: Lactiplantibacillus plantarum CWJ3, Lacticaseibacillus casei CWM15, Lacticaseibacillus ...
An analysis of regional variations in the physicochemical properties of Cocos nucifera L. var. nana across Sri Lanka

Pavalakumar, Dayani; Undugoda, Lanka Jeewanie Samarakoon; Thambugala, Kasun Madhusanka; Manage, Pathmalal Marakkale; Ruwani, Nilushi Nugara; Kannangara, Sagarika Dilpushpi; Rajapaksha, Suranga M. (2024)

This study explores the intriguing regional disparities in the characteristics of green dwarf tender coconut water (Cocos nucifera L. var. nana) in Sri Lanka. Physicochemical parameters of coconut water subjected to a ...
Quorum sensing capability of wine microbial consortium involved in spontaneous fermentation of regional wine production

Thivijan, Sathivel; Undugoda, Lanka Jeewanie Samarakoon; Nugara, Ruwani Nilushi; Manage, Pathmalal Marakkale; Thambulugala, Kasun Madhusanka; Kannangara, Sagarika Dilpushpi (2023)

Quorum sensing (QS) is an intercellular communication process in which wine microbial consortium collectively adapts their metabolism by secreting quorum sensing molecules (QSM) into their environment. These QSMs continuously ...
Assessing the antioxidative potential of lactic acid bacteria inhabiting tender coconut water

Pavalakumar, D.; Undugoda, L.J.S.; Manage, P.M.; Nugara, R.N.; Kannangara, S. (Faculty of Graduate Studies - University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2023)

Probiotics are renowned for their beneficial impact on human health, including their antioxidative properties. Lactic acid bacteria (LAB), which constitute a major group within probiotics, have been recognized for their ...
Carbon stocks in mangrove ecosystems of Sri Lanka: Average contributions and determinants of sequestration potential

Roshan, K. A.; Wasana, de silva; Amaransinghe, M. D. (Ocean & Coastal Management, 2024-09)

Mangroves are crucial in carbon sequestration despite covering only a small percentage of the Earth's surface. Latitudinal gradient primarily determines the distribution of climatic zones of distinct sunlight, temperature, ...
Bioremediation and sustainable mushroom cultivation: harnessing the lignocellulolytic power of Pleurotus species on waste substrates

Nawarathne, Irani Yasora; Daranagama, Dinushani Anupama (2024)

Mushrooms, a diverse group of fungi, has captivated human interest for centuries due to their intriguing characteristics and versatile application. The nutritional profile, coupled with unique organoleptic qualities, renders ...
Humans vs. Fungi: An Overview of Fungal Pathogens against Humans

Thambugala, Kasun M.; Daranagama, Dinushani A.; Tennakoon, Danushka S.; Jayatunga, Dona Pamoda W.; Hongsanan, Sinang; Xie, Ning (2024)

Human fungal diseases are infections caused by any fungus that invades human tissues, causing superficial, subcutaneous, or systemic diseases. Fungal infections that enter various human tissues and organs pose a significant ...
Propagation and management of ornamental and commercial cacti– a review

Senanayaka, S.G.M.S.D.; Senanayake, Gayathri; Ratnayakea, R.M.C.S. (2023)

Cacti are one of the most diverse and widespread plants globally. They are useful in numerous ways, including food, medicine, and ornamental plants. This review aimed to synthesise current and potential uses of cacti, ...
Common methods and outcomes of employee engagement: a systematic literature review towards identifying gaps in research

Priyashantha, K. G.; De Alwis, A. Chamaru; Welmilla, I. (National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka, 2023)

As global surveys reported, employee engagement is currently in crisis. Hence, this study aimed to discover (1) common methods and outcomes of employee engagement and (2) researchgaps relating to employee engagement. The ...
Coastal protection function of mangrove ecosystems: a case study from Sri Lanka

De Silva, Wasana; Amarasinghe, Mala Damayanthi (2023)

The Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004 revealed the inferiority of hard engineering solutions in coastal protection and provided sound evidence over the potential of coastal vegetation, particularly mangroves in protecting the ...
Effect of pre-treatments with natural compounds for controlling anthracnose in papaya variety Red Lady

Kahawattage, A.; Hansini, N.; Daranagama, D.; Ranasinghe, C. (Journal of Horticulture and Postharvest Research, 2023)

Purpose: Papaya (Carica papaya L.) is an economically important fruit crop affected by anthracnose caused by Colletotrichum gloeosporioides. The study was carried out to test two essential oils; Citronella oil and ...
Evaluation of antifungal plant extracts against cereal and legume seed-borne pathogens for effective management

Navoda, H.; Daranagama, D. (Studies in Fungi, 2022)

Sri Lanka as an agricultural country needs to manage the seed-borne fungal pathogens that have caused infections and diseases that result in significant crop losses and a decline in yield and productivity. Therefore, it ...
Global Challenges in Identifying Plant Pathogenic Fungi: An Overview with Suggestions for the Way Forward

Dayarathne, M. C.; Thambugala, K. M.; Daranagama, D. A.; Mridha, A. U.; Dissanayake, A. J.; Dissanayake, L. S.; Sajeewa, S. N. Maharachchikumbura; Rathnayake, R. S. S.; Lumyong, Saisamorn; Hongsanan., Sinang (Chiang Mai Journal of Science, 2023)

Fungal plant diseases are responsible for major crop and postharvest losses worldwide, with a significant socio-economic impact on many individuals who depend on an agriculture-based economy. This review discusses the ...
Biocontrol potential of endophytic fungi in tea (Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze) leaves against selected fungal phytopathogens

Thambugala, K.; Daranagama, D.; Kannangara, S. (Malaysian Journal of Microbiology, 2022)

Aims: Endophytic fungi are a diverse group of microorganisms that stay asymptomatically in the healthy tissues of the host. Many fungal endophytes are associated with the tea plant (Camellia sinensis) and the pathogens ...
Pollen biology and reproductive ecology of selected paleotropical dendrobiums and its commercial hybrids.

De Silva, R.; Herath, H.; Ratnayake, S.; Attanayake, R.; Senanayake, P. (Journal of Pollination Ecology, 2023)

Understanding the reproductive biology is of great importance in the development of novel hybrids in ornamental plants. Pollen fitness-related traits are crucial for the pollination success in any plant species including ...
Nested PCR-based rapid detection of Phytoplasma leaf wilt disease of coconut in Sri Lanka and systemic movement of the pathogen.

De Silva, P. R.; Perera, C. N.; Bahder, B. W.; Attanayake, R. N. (Pathogens, 2023)

Phytoplasmas are associated with many plant diseases. In palms, lethal bronzing disease, Texas Phoenix palm decline, and coconut lethal yellowing decline are some of them. In Sri Lanka, coconut leaf wilt decline has been ...

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