Browsing 2020 IRC Articles by Title
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Energy Absorption Capacity and Impact Energy of Rubberized Concrete
(2020)Disposal of used tires is a critical environmental issue in Sri Lanka. Rubberized concrete is one of the solutions introduced by the researchers to minimize the quantity of waste rubber. These studies discovered that ... -
Enhancement of growth and yield of Maize (Zea mays L.) using cocompost pellets with biochar
(2020)Abstract— Waste generation and complexity is increasing due to urbanization and absence of proper solid waste management system in developing countries. Co-composted organic fractions of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) with ... -
An Enumerative Constraint Planning Framework for Airline Engineering Manpower Cost Optimization
(2020)This paper discusses the formulation of a general enumerative constraint planning model relevant to different aspects of airline engineering workforce planning dimensions observed in the contemporary flight line operations. ... -
eRemote: A Remote File Downloader for Low-Speed Network
(2020)Abstract: Downloading is generally copy data from one computer to another computer over the internet. A download manager is a software or hardware tool that is used to manage downloading files on computer devices from ... -
Establishing Rule of Law to Achieve Sustainable Development: The Pathway for National Growth in Sri Lanka
(2020)Rule of Law is a fundamental constitutional principle that should be respected by all states. The importance of establishing rule of law to achieve sustainable development is highlighted in international law. United Nations ... -
Estimation of Radiation Dose to the Eye during Radiopharmaceutical Preparation and scan procedures at a selected private hospital in Sri Lanka
(2020)Abstract: Radiopharmaceuticals are radioactive compounds used in nuclear imaging procedures. The purpose of this study was to estimate the average equivalent dose to the eye. This study was conducted at the nuclear ... -
Evaluating Driver Speeding at Traffic Signal Lights During the Amber Time: With and Without Countdown Timers
(2020)At the onset of amber color indication, drivers must decide whether to stop or cross a signalized intersection. In literature, there is enough evidence indicating that a significantly high number of crashes that occur at ... -
Evaluating the Efficiency of a Traffic Signal Light over a Traffic Policeman
(2020)The overall effect of traffic is considered to be high, at most of the intersections when they are controlled by traffic signal lights during peak hours . This causes lengthy queues and user inconveniences at ... -
Evaluating the Information Security Awareness (ISA) of Employees in the Banking Sector: A Case Study
(2020)Information has become a vital and valuable asset to an organization. In the banking sector, employees should have a better knowledge about the security of the information system since they are always exposed to very ... -
Evaluation of Anti-inflammatory and Antibacterial activities of the extracts of leaves, roots and combination of leaves and roots of plant Magnolia figo.
(2020)Abstract:-Discovery of novel drugs from medicinal plants is getting popular owing to lesser side effects and to overcome antimicrobial resistance. The methanolic extracts of both leaves and roots of Magnolia figo plant ... -
Evaluation Of Efficacy & Efficiency In Implementing Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (KAFO) As A Functionally Assistive Indoor Ambulatory Device For Motor Complete Thoracic Level (T10 –T12) Spinal Cord Injury In Males
(2020)Abstract:- The objective was to evaluate walking velocity, walking endurance & energy expenditure in use of KAFOs over the alternative Aluminum Back Slab & Toe Raising Straps (ABS & TRS) on paraplegic (T10 –T12) ambulation ... -
Evaluation of Physicochemical Properties of Starch from Two Modified Sri Lankan Rice Varieties to Be Used as Excipients in the Pharmaceutical Industry
(2020)Abstracts: Starches are the main excipients used in the formulation of solid oral dosage forms and the majority of the excipients are imported to Sri Lanka for the country’s pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Therefore, ... -
Evaluation of Urban Compactness Indicators and Solar Potential in the Urban Environment
(2020-10)One viable solution for clean onsite energy production and utilisation is Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV). The available area for installation may not be sufficient to meet the building energy demand in high-rise ... -
An Evaluation on the Rehabilitation Programmes Conducted for Juvenile Delinquents in Remand Homes and Certified Schools in Sri Lanka: A Case Study Based on Southern Province
(2020)Juvenile Delinquency is identified as a significant issue in society. The government and some nongovernmental organizations have taken many steps and procedures to facilitate those children with care and correctional ... -
Examination of Job Satisfaction of Graduate Teachers in Secondary Schools
(2020)Teachers who play an important role in developing knowledge, attitudes and skills of youth can be considered as the pillars of nation in any country. The effect of teacher’s job satisfaction is directly interrelated with ... -
An Examination of the Social Level Predictors of Cyberbullying Victimisation
(2020)With the increasing use of information & communication technologies, and the popularity of various social media applications, incidents of cyberbullying have also increased. A number of studies have been conducted ... -
Examining the Use of Management Control Systems in Managing Perishable Goods: Evidence from Supermarkets in Colombo Area
(2020)Managing perishable goods is a challenging job due to their short lifetime, the possible spoilage of the products with their nature, and the retail demand uncertainty. Majority of perishable goods get spillage due to ... -
Expectations Of Patients Who Underwent Chemotherapy For Breast Cancers In Apeksha Hospital Maharagama
(2020)Abstract:-Breast cancer is the most common cancer among females all around the world and in Sri Lanka. Patients receiving chemotherapy have reported several side effects and can affect for health status of patients ... -
Exploration Of The Door To Needle Time Gap Of Administering Anti- Venom Serum (AVS) And Its Determinants: A Mixed-Method Study
(2020)Abstract:-A mix method study was conducted at the Teaching hospital, Anuradhapura (THA) to describe the demographic characteristics of snake bites, determine the median time gap of administering anti-venom, identify ...