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Enhanced Vector Transport of Ciprofloxacin by Aged Polyethylene Microplastics in the Presence of Organic Matter
(2023-09)The comparative assessments of an emerging pollutant, ciprofloxacin ( CPX) adsorption to both pristine and aged polyethylene (PE) microplastics and their desorption at different environmental factors and possible binding ... -
Estimation of Phenolic Content, Flavonoid Content, and Antioxidant Activities of Selected Fruits in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)The aim of this study was to evaluate the Total Phenolic Content (TPC), Total Flavonoid Content (TFC), and in vitro antioxidant activity, of six underutilized fruits in Sri Lanka. The selected fruits are Elaeocarpus ... -
Evaluation of Native Rhizobia as Potential Candidates for Developing Biofertilizers for Improving Legume Cultivation in Dry Zone Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Biofertilizers are currently receiving much attention due to the adverse effects associated with conventional synthetic fertilizers on human and environmental health. The major limitation of biofertilizers is their poor ... -
Extraction and Characterization of Fibers from Caryota urens L. (Kithul) Leaves
(2023-09)Caryota urens L. (Sinhala: Kithul; English: Fishtail palm) is an indigenous plant naturally grown in the wild. Kithul leaf has a high fiber content and could be a good alternative to many fibers with industrial applications. ... -
Green Synthesis of Graphene via Electrochemical Exfoliation
(2023-09)Synthesis of graphene is one of the best ways to value-add graphite. Electrochemical exfoliation for graphene synthesis attracts interest due to its simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and green approach compared to other ... -
Hematology and Blood Parasites in Avian Communities Along an Altitudinal Gradient of One Kilometer in the Sub-Montane Zone of Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Parasites thrive by consuming host resources, causing a decline in host fitness. This burden drives host evolution, exerting selective pressure on both. The main objective of the study was to investigate parasitic profile ... -
Identification of Pathogenic Bacteria (Escherichia coli) in Drinking Water Sources and Detection of their Antibiotic Resistant Genes in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Water plays a critical role on Earth, and its significance is particularly evident in relation to human beings. The present study aimed to identification of Escherichia coli and detection of their antibiotic resistant ... -
The Impact of COVID-19 on Major Sectors in the Sri Lankan Economy
(2023-09)The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted both public health and the economy of Sri Lanka, leading to a prolonged economic recession. Enforcement of control measures, such as lockdowns and trade restrictions, adversely ... -
Impact of Domestic Cooking Process on Total Phenolic and Total Flavonoid Contents in Selected Commercially Available Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Varieties in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Sri Lankan rice (Oryza sativa L.) is well known for its therapeutic value due to the presence of bioactive phenolic and flavonoid compounds. This study aimed to assess if the domestic cooking process affect their content. ... -
Impact of Low Energy Availability and Menstrual Dysfunction of Women’s Kho – Kho National Team in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Kho - Kho is a very strategic and difficult sport and it is one of the two most widely used traditional tags. Low Energy Availability (LEA) (with or without disordered eating) and Menstrual Dysfunction (MD) common among ... -
In silico Distribution Analysis of Chromosomal CpG Islands in Rice (Oryza sativa L. spp. japonica)
(2023-09)CpG islands are regulatory elements in a genome with high CpG dinucleotide density, influencing gene expression and genomic stability. These regions are important to rice biology. Despite the extensive body of research ... -
In vitro Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Activity of “Denabadiya Kasaya”: A Traditional Polyherbal Formulation Used for the Treatment of Fever Including Dengue
(2023-09)“Denabadiya Kasaaya” is an intricate formulation rooted in Sri Lankan traditional medicine, crafted from a blend of eight distinct herbs which is prescribed for fever and flu like symptoms including dengue fever. We ... -
In vitro Cytotoxicity Assessment of Glyphosate on the Vero Cell Line
(2023-09)Glyphosate, a widely used broad-spectrum herbicide in agricultural practices, has been a subject of ongoing debate regarding its potential adverse effects on human health. This research aimed to investigate the cytotoxicity ... -
An in vitro Investigation of Zanthoxylum rhetsa (Thanahalu) and its Anti-cancer Potential Against MCF7 and DLD1 Cancer Cell Lines
(2023-09)Most medicinal plants presently employed in traditional medicine are used without much scientific evidence, this suggests a need to explore reliable investigations of their pharmaceutical potential. Therefore, in this ... -
Isolation of Glyphosate-tolerant and Degrading Bacteria from Agricultural Fields for Future Soil Bioremediation Studies
(2023-09)Agricultural soil contamination caused due to immense use of pesticides in agricultural fields has evolved into a global health and environmental hazard. A number of microorganisms are able to survive under extreme ... -
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, ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ...