2020 IRC Articles: Recent submissions
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Comparative Study Of Range Of Motion After Conventional Physiotherapy In Adhesive Capsulitis Of Shoulder Joint Among Diabetic And Non-Diabetic Patients At Teaching Hospital Batticaloa.
(2020)Abstract: Adhesive capsulitis (AC) of shoulder is one of the commonest condition among musculoskeletal disorders. It affects both male and female gender and some medical conditions associated with AC especially diabetes. ... -
Proper Management of Quarry Dust that is Generated in Crusher Plants as Waste
(2020)Quarry dust is the by-product produced due to the crushing procedure of stone crushing industry. The unavailability of a proper disposal method to this quarry dust is a huge problem faced by crusher plants. If this quarry ... -
Gastroprotective Activity Of Vishnukarnthi Chewable Granular Dosage Form Formulated Using Evolvulus Alsinoides And Its Accelerated Stability Studies
(2020)Abstract: This study investigates the in vitro gastroprotective activity of Vishnukranthi chewable granules formulated using dry plant powder of Evolvulus alsinoides by evaluating neutralizing capacity in artificial gastric ... -
Effect on Water Quality due to Residential Development – A Case Study on Kolonnawa Canal
(2020)Due to the increasing number of residential buildings in Colombo and its suburbs, the wastewater volume generated and discharged by them is also to be increased. It would affect water bodies and would eventually lead them ... -
Effect of CT Bore size on Radiation Dose during Head CT Acquisition.
(2020)Abstract: With the development of technology, the use of CT extended beyond the diagnostic purposes and made a room for complex radiotherapy treatment planning. As the traditional diagnostic CT scanners have small ... -
Learning style preferences and academic performance of undergraduate physiotherapy students
(2020)Abstract: University level education of physiotherapy is fairly new in Sri Lanka. Hence students’ satisfaction of the curriculum and learning environment has not been thoroughly studied. Different learning preferences ... -
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. ... -
Antimicrobial Susceptibility Patterns Of Blood Culture Isolates From Cancer Patients After Anti-Cancer Therapy.
(2020)Abstract: Blood stream infections (BSI) have a major impact on cancer patients. Antimicrobial patterns in pathogens should be analyzed by routine surveillance since they vary among different healthcare facilities and ... -
Contracts formed during Frustrations and Force Majeures: An Anti-Crisis Shield for Consumer Protection against Boilerplate and Limited Liability Clauses
(2020)All productions and consumptions are outcomes of various contracts between producers, intermediates (whole-sellers, retailers, brokers, dealers, suppliers) and consumers. In a force majeure or frustrating situation barging ... -
Airline Maintenance Cost Optimization Through Spare Parts Inventory Control
(2020)Aircraft maintenance is a key factor which has a direct impact on the value and airworthiness of aircraft and plays an important role in strategical decision making which adjusts the economic performances. Managing spare ... -
The Failure of Guardians: Mount Lavinia Artificial Beach and Public Trust Doctrine
(2020)Sri Lanka has been identified as one of the most visited tourist destinations due to environmental and the archaeological background. The projects that have been carrying out by the government for the purpose of restoring ... -
Right of the Host State to Regulate the Environment and Investment Protection - A Changing Landscape
(2020)The increase in investment flows is one of the newest challenges in the pursuit of sustainable development. Generally, investors establish their operations in countries that have less stringent environmental regulations ... -
Prevalence Of Urinary Incontinence And Its Association With Risk Factors In Three Months Postpartum Women Attending MOH Clinics Registered Under Colombo Municipal Council During September And October 2019
(2020)Abstract: Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common symptom after pregnancy causing distress, embarrassment among women and is often under reported due to misbelieves, unawareness and shame. This study is aimed to determine ... -
Prevalence of forward head posture and its’ relationship with neck pain among sewing machine operators in two selected garment factories in Kaluthara district
(2020)Abstract: Neck pain is one of the very common musculoskeletal symptoms among sewing machine operators. Sewing machine operation which is carried out in a forward inclined position over prolonged period makes them ... -
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 ... -
Copyright Protection of Application Programme Interfaces: An Analysis of the Sri Lankan Position
(2020)Application program interfaces (APIs) are ubiquitous in our digital experience as they are responsible for ensuring interoperability between software. However, the applicability of copyright law to APIs has become a point ... -
Legal Implications of COVID-19: Force Majeure and Contractual Obligations in International Sale of Goods
(2020)The year 2020 has been challenging for businesses worldwide with COVID-19 leading to the disruption of the global economy. The unprecedented circumstances led by this pandemic, inter alia, raise concerns pertinent to the ... -
Occupational Engagement In Prisons: an evaluation of time-use in Sri Lankan correctional settings.
(2020)Abstract: Sri Lankan prison system has shown marked overcrowding for decades. It is a common issue worldwide which contributes poor care, loss of privacy, limited resources and occupational deprivation. A lack of ... -
The Effectiveness of the Piercing of Corporate Veil Under Sri Lankan Law: A Comparative Analysis of the Sri Lankan Law with UK Law.
(2020)This research intends to discover and evaluate the adequacy of Sri Lankan statutory provisions and case laws regarding the corporate veil piercing doctrine compared to the UK jurisdiction. This also intends to find out the ... -
Parenting-related Stress In Mothers OF Toddlers (1-3 Years) at Piliyandala MOH Area
(2020)Abstract: Parents of toddlers are at risk of increased parenting-related stress as toddlerhood is considered as a period with challenging behaviors due to significant physical and emotional development of the child. ...