Browsing 2023 IRC Abstracts by Title
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Knowledge and Attitude of Pregnant Mothers toward Cesarean Section in Rural Community in Pallepola Division, Matale, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Cesarean Section (CS) is a common surgical procedure used in childbirth when vaginal delivery poses risks to the mother or baby. The knowledge and attitudes of pregnant mothers towards CS play a crucial role in determining ... -
Knowledge and Awareness of Cervical Carcinoma among Female Students Aged 18-20 in Selected Schools in Kalutara District, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Cervical carcinoma due to Human Papilloma Virus is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality among gynecological cancers in developing countries such as Sri Lanka. This study was conducted to assess the knowledge ... -
Knowledge, Attitude and Practices with regard to the Use of Facemasks in the Prevention of Covid-19 and Other Respiratory Illnesses Among General Public in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)This study focuses on evaluating the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of the general population in Sri Lanka regarding the use of face masks for COVID-19 prevention. The research was conducted through an online ... -
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices about Responsive Care in Early Childhood among Public Health Midwives in Kandy District, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)The process of watching/picking a child’s interests, curiosities, and cues, to nd out what they mean and promptly responding to them sensitively is known as responsive care. The aim of this study was to investigate the ... -
Landslide for Education; A Case Study from the Mitigated Landslide at Kahagalla, Haputhale
(2023-09-07)Sri Lanka is a well-known country experiencing landslide disasters which are most com- mon. Hence, awareness or education in landslide hazards and disasters must be well established in the country. The importance of ... -
Leadership, Green Human Resource Management and Green Employee Engagement: Navigation of Sri Lanka Navy
(2023-09-07)Corporate and military settings are evolving to be more environmentally conscious. The aim of this study is to bridge the identified empirical research gap through a quantitative study. The identified research gap is ... -
Legal Aspects of Challenges and Privacy Concerns in Establishing and Maintaining a Forensic DNA Database in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)This research has been conducted to identify the legal aspects of challenges and privacy concerns in establishing and maintaining a forensic DNA database in Sri Lanka. Establishing a forensic DNA database in Sri Lanka ... -
The Legal Protection of Coral Reefs in Sri Lanka: A Critical Analysis
(2023-09)Sri Lanka, being an island nation, has an abundance of coral reefs and reef ecosystems situated around the country. However, they are currently under the threat of rapid deterioration due to adverse human activities. ... -
Legalizing Right to Die as a Fundamental Human Right in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Many nations throughout the world are debating and considering whether or not to recognize the right to death as a fundamental human right. The debate over the legality of the right to die has special significance in Sri ... -
Legislating the National Intelligence Services in Sri Lanka: A Comparative Analysis
(2023-09)National Intelligence Services Act is a long overdue legislation. Separate legislation for national intelligence is of paramount importance to mount intelligence operations that empower and enhance high-grade and ... -
A Literature Survey on Facebook Intrusion: Predictors and Effects
(2023-09-07)Facebook has emerged as a leading social media platform globally, with billions of users engaging in social interaction, information dissemination, and community building. This research paper aims to explore the impact ... -
“Living in Adultery” as a Ground for Losing the Opportunity to Claim Maintenance: A Critical Appraisal of the Sri Lankan Judicial Standpoint
(2023-09)The common law reciprocal duty of maintaining the spouses has been part of the Sri Lankan legal regime with the incorporation of the maintenance law directions, with the enforcement of Maintenance Ordinance, No. 19 of ... -
Mapping of Human-Elephant Conflict Risk Zones: A Case Study of Sooriyawewa Divisional Secretariat Division, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)With developments and population, people are facing hazards. But without identifying such hazardous areas, actions cannot be taken to prevent such incidents. The Human Elephant Con ict (HEC) is a main hazard that impacts ... -
Marine Environmental Pollution: A Case Study on the Indian Ocean Region
(2023-09)The Indian Ocean is the world’s third largest ocean, covering around 20 percent of the earth’s water surface. It extends northward to South Asia, westward to Africa and Arabia, eastward to Southeast Asia and Australia, ... -
Maritime Choke Points and its Impact on Global Economy A Comprehensive Analysis
(2023-09)The global energy transportation system is vulnerable to interruption at critical marine choke points such as the Malacca and Singapore Straits, Bab Al-Mandab, the Suez Canal, the Turkish Straits, and the Strait of Hormuz. ... -
Microbiological Quality of Commercially Available Ready-to-Eat Meat Street Food Doner Kebab in Colombo District, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Foodborne illnesses are a significant global concern and Doner kebab, a popular street food, which grilled meatloaf renowned for its diverse nutritional composition which is prone to microbial contamination. The present ... -
Microplastics in Beach Sediments of Kalutara Coastal Line, Sri Lanka: Abundance and Characteristics
(2023-09)Beach microplastic pollution is a globally widespread problem, posing an immediate threat to the health of aquatic species. Data regarding microplastic contamination in beach sediments in Sri Lanka is still lacking, ... -
Microscopic Characteristics and Phytochemical Screening of Crudia zeylanica
(2023-09)Crudia zeylanica (Fabaceae) is a native, critically endangered plant in Sri Lanka. It was rediscovered recently after recorded in 1911. Its uses or any activity have not been reported. The objectives of this study were ... -
Microscopic Identification of Gastrointestinal Parasitic Infections; Incidence among Selected Communities in Western Province and Central Province
(2023-09)Gastrointestinal (GI) parasitic infections prevail to be a significant health problem in many countries. Communities with low socioeconomic status, poor environmental and personal hygiene, overcrowding, and insufficient ...