Browsing 2023 IRC Abstracts by Title
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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 ... -
Modern accident alert system for vehicles using global positioning system technology
(2023-09)This research paper introduces an innovative accident alert system utilizing Global Po sitioning System (GPS) technology, mainly integrated with Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM), Arduino and accelerometer ... -
Molecular Docking Studies of Phytochemicals from Persea americana to Treat Alzheimer’s Disease
(2023-09)Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a fatal brain disorder that progressively degenerates brain cells. It poses a significant burden on healthcare and social care systems. Currently, there are only five drugs available to treat ... -
Molecular Identification of Vector Mosquitoes of Dirofilariasis in Matale District, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Dirofilariasis is a vector-borne parasitic disease with a worldwide distribution. In Sri Lanka, only one study has been recorded so far corresponding to vector identification which has only been conducted by standard ... -
Monitoring The Impact on Paddy Fields During the Construction of The Southern Expressway Using Remote Sensing and GIS
(2023-09)Paddy production in Sri Lanka holds immense significance as a critical agricultural sector that sustains the country’s population by providing rice, the staple food. Understanding the fluctuations in paddy land area is ... -
Morphological, Vocal, and Genetic Characterization of Motacilla flava – tschutschensis Allospecies Complex in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Yellow wagtail complex was long considered a single species (Motacilla flava). Recent phylogenetic studies however, split this species into two; the Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) and the Eastern Yellow Wagtail ... -
Motivational Factors that Lead to Nature Based Adventure Activities with Sustainability and Technological Approaches
(2023-09-07)Tourism is one of the principal economic forms Nature-based adventure parks become a sustainable source of economic, social and environmental development linked through tourism. The present study aimed to identify the ... -
mpact of Bank Finance, Government Support and Psychological Factors on Start-up Decision Making in Sri Lanka:
(2023-09)This research aims to test the impact of bank finance and government support on initiating entrepreneurial ventures and start-ups. This study used a quantitative approach. Data were collected through a survey method using ... -
National Security Policy 2030: Internal and External Challenges
(2023-09)Sri Lanka has been gaining a lot more attention from the great powers USA, China, and India due to its geopolitical location. It has been caught in the power rivalry of the Indian Odean Region (IOR). Therefore, it is ... -
Negative Effects of Integrating ChatGPT in the Higher Education System Concerning Achieving Resilience through Digitalization, Sustainability, and Sectoral Transformation
(2023-09-07)The integration of ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) in higher education has gained significant attention due to its potential for advancing digitization, sustainability, and sectoral transformation. However, ... -
Nest Site Selection, Cavity Characteristics, and Cavity Use of Dinopium Flamebacks in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Ecology of Dinopium flamebacks (woodpeckers) in Sri Lanka is not fully comprehended. This study investigates the nest site selection, cavity characteristics, and cavity-use by secondary cavity users of Dinopium flamebacks ... -
A New Dawn for the Middle East: Public Diplomacy and In uence Campaigns in the Middle East
(2023-09)(Ala ho la dan) Look who we are, we are the dreamers - We make it happen cause we believe it “Ala ho la dan” is a cheerful expression which sailors used to sing before starting their journey on the seas of the Arabian ... -
Nexus between Climate Change and Human Security in Sri Lanka: Implications for Small Island Developing States in the Indian Ocean Region
(2023-09)This study explores the interconnectedness of climate change and human security in Sri Lanka and its broader implications for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the Indian Ocean region. The research addresses a ...