Browsing 2018 IRC Articles by Title
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Impact of Recreational Parks on Social Interaction: A Study of the Factors Related to Interaction Among Visitors with Special Reference to Selected Examples in Colombo District
(2018)Recreational parks are considered as important public spaces in urban areas which enhance the quality of life by means of improving health conditions, social interaction and recreation among urban population. Several ... -
The Impact of Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction with Regard to Divisional Secretariats
(2018)The aim of the study was to measure the service quality levels of divisional secretariats and to analyze its impact on customer satisfaction. This study, further, help suggest strategies for the quality of service offered ... -
The Impact of Transactional Contract Fulfillment on Organizational Commitment in Selected Banks in Batticaloa District
(2018)Employees are the essence of success in every bank. In order to be successful, a bank must ensure the organizational commitment among the employees. Transactional Contract Fulfillment has been considered as one of the most ... -
The Impact of Uma Oya Multifunctional Project on Human Rights
(2018)Implement of development projects are frequent in Sri Lanka at present. Uma Oya can be identified as a heavily attracted project by many. General public of Badulla district has faced a troublesome situation due to this. ... -
The Impact of Work-Life Balance on Employee Job Performance: a Study of an offshore Operations office of a Private Uk Higher Education institute Based in Sri Lanka
(2018)Work-life balance (WLB) is generally associated with equilibrium between the amount of time and effort somebody devotes to work, family, and personal activities in order to maintain an overall sense of harmony in life. ... -
Improving Oral Presentation Skills in Undergraduates Through Constructive Criticism (As a Bi-Product of Scaffolding)
(2018)English is a global language at present and it is considered the key to knowledge, information, communication, technology, travel, trade and business (Turmapang, 2012). As there is a continuous rise in the unity of people ... -
In silico Study of the Binding Affinities of Acetylcholinesterase and Synthetically Viable Coumarin Analogs
(2018)Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) is a serine hydrolase that is responsible for the hydrolysis of acetylcholine-a neurotransmitter associated with the transmission of nerve impulses. The reversible inhibition of AChE can be ... -
In vitro Antioxidant Activity and α- Amylase Inhibitory Activity of Methanolic Extract of Sri Lankan Marine Brown Algae Chnoospora minima (Hering 1841)
(2018)Chnoospora minima (Herring) is a brown algae that belongs to Family Scytosiphonaceae. The current study investigated the total phenolic (TP), total flavonoid contents (TFC), antioxidants and anti-amylase activity of ... -
In vitro Antioxidant, Anti-amylase, Anti-glycation Potentials and Mineral Elements of an Endangered Plant Syzygium caryophyllatum L. Alston (Sinhala: Heendan)
(2018)Syzygium caryophyllatum L. (Family: Myrtacea) Heendan in Sinhala is a red listed plant which is yet to be exploited as a source of functional food. Therefore, in the present study, antioxidant, antiglycation and ... -
In-Vitro Assessment of Phyllanthus Debilis for Hepatoprotective Activity against Damage Induced by Paracetamol on Hepg2 Cells
(2018)Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is used as an analgesic and antipyretic drug globally and is considered an intentional self-poisoning drug. Paracetamol (PCM) overdose causes deaths and liver failure. P.debilis is an herbal ... -
Incidence and Risk Factors of Injuries
(2018)Injuries due to Road Traffic Accident (RTA), domestic accidents, work place injuries and intentional injuries lead to a large number of hospital admissions and cause a huge social and hospital burden. Possible preventive ... -
Influence of Antecedents on Consumer Attitudes towards Functional Food: Empirical Study in Sri Lanka
(2018)Food is one of the basic needs to be satisfied for the survival of a human being. "Functional Food” is food and food components that may provide benefits beyond basic nutrition, and it includes a wide variety of foods and ... -
Influence of Push and Pull Travel Motivational Factors on International Tourists Re-Visit Intention to Gall in Sri Lanka
(2018)Tourism plays a dominant role in Sri Lanka and tourism industry consider as a major foreign currency earner in the economy. Hence, International tourists perform most prominence role in the country. However, as compared ... -
Influence of Vertical Greeneries to Score Points in Green Rating Systems for Multistoried Buildings in Sri Lankan Context
(2018)Green rating systems have become more significant factor to enhance green construction practice and saving energy of a building. Vertical greens and its influence on green rating systems to score more points, is the key ... -
Innovative Behavior of Employees in Sri LankanSoftware Companies
(2018)Along with the advancement of the technology, software companies have to face a huge competition in the global and local market. To face this competition innovations can be used as a strategic weapon. As employees are the ... -
An intelligent Cost Optimized Central Warehouse and Redistribution Root Plan With Truck Allocation System in Colombo Region for Lion Brewery Ceylon Plc
(2018)This thesis is a case study based on Lion Brewery Ceylon PLC, Biyagama, which is a famous beer company and the market leader in Sri Lank. Company outbound logistics has been considered in this research and it is mainly ... -
The Interdependence of Gender, Sexuality, Ethnic and Class Binaries in Shyam Selvadurai`s Funny Boy and Cinnamon Gardens
(2018)Shyam Selvadurai`s novels have contributed significantly to Sri Lankan English literature. The author highlights sensitive areas such as gender, economic classes and racial issues as well as subjects considered as taboo in ... -
Interference of Bilirubin in Serum Creatinine Estimation by Jaffe Reaction and Creatinase Method
(2018)Serum creatinine determination is crucialin assessing renal functions. Jaffe reaction is used world-wide in serum creatinine estimation. It has been reported that bilirubin affects Jaffe reaction causing underestimation. ... -
Internet of Things Based Falls Detection and Heart Attack Detection System for Adults : Smart Wearable
(2018)In the new era of communications and technology the Internet of Things (IoT) connects devices, sensors, appliances, people, and things. The IoT can help to enhance the living style of the humans in wider area. Most importantly ...