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A Comparative Analysis of Phytochemical Composition, Anti-oxidant and Anti-inflammatory Activity between Garcinia quesita and Garcinia zeylanica Fruit Rind by Five Extraction Methods
(2023-09)Garcinia quesita and Garcinia zeylanica are endemic to Sri Lanka. Garcinia rind extracts are used to treat ulcers, asthma, diabetes mellitus, and hyperlipidemia by the traditional medicine practice. However, studies on ... -
A Cross-Sectional Study to Determine the Association Between the Sleep Quality and Meal Patterns of Undergraduates of a Selected Educational Institute in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)A quality sleep is crucial for the academic performance, psychological wellbeing and overall health of undergraduates. Since nowadays unhealthy dietary habits such as skipping meals, snack overconsumption and nocturnal ... -
Determination Of Pathogenic Bacteria in Commercially Available Fresh Green Leafy Vegetables in Western Province, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Foodborne illnesses from pathogenic microorganisms are a global health concern. Fresh green leafy vegetables are vital but prone to contamination, necessitating precautions. The present study aimed to determine the ... -
Developing a Sulfur-based Antifungal Solution for Dermatophytosis and Assessment of its Antifungal Activity in-vitro against Microsporum canis – A Pilot Study from Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Dermatophystosis is a skin condition affecting the cosmetic appearance and the quality of life of people. This is caused by many species of dermatophytes, among them is Microsporum canis, a fungus in canine and feline ... -
The Effect of Genetic Introgression on Phenotype in Dicrurus Drongos Across a Climatic Gradient in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Hybridization or introgression enables species to mix traits, allowing horizontal gene flow and varying parental alleles and phenotypes. Belihuloya, located in the intermediate zone is a transitioning point between dry ... -
The Effect of Genetic Introgression on Phenotype in Dicrurus Drongos Across a Climatic Gradient in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Hybridization or introgression enables species to mix traits, allowing horizontal gene flow and varying parental alleles and phenotypes. Belihuloya, located in the intermediate zone is a transitioning point between dry ... -
Effect of Sugar Component Changes during Processing of High Grown Black Tea using High Performance Liquid Chromatography Technique
(2023-09)Black tea, produced through a series of processing steps including withering, rolling, roll breaking, aeration, and drying of young tea shoots from Camellia sinensis (L.) plant, is cultivated in various agro-ecological ... -
Effects of Banana Leaves and Paddy Straw on the Growth, Nutrition Composition, Bioactive Compound Levels, and Antioxidant Activity of Pleurotus ostreatus (American Oyster Mushroom)
(2023-09)Pleurotus ostreatus (American oyster mushroom) is one of the most commonly cultivated mushroom species in the world and is known to grow faster than other edible mushrooms. They are cultivated on various agricultural ... -
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 ...