Basic and Applied Sciences: Recent submissions
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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 ... -
Application of the Peak-to-Valley Method for in-situ Gamma Spectroscopy Using NaI(Tl) Detector
(2023-09)The depth distribution in soil is required to quantify the radioactivity in environment using in-situ gamma spectroscopy. The conventional approach to determining depth distribution is the core sampling method, which ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
The Taxonomic History, Geographical Distribution and Status of Sri Lankan Jackal
(2023-09)The Eurasian Golden Jackal (Canis aureus) is found in Europe and Asia. It is the only wild dog species found in Sri Lanka. The taxonomic status of the Sri Lankan jackal, however, is ambiguous, and its distribution is ... -
Biopriming of Rice Seeds with Plant-Growth-Promoting Trichoderma citrinoviride TRI103 Reduces Nitrogen Fertilizer Usage Under Greenhouse Conditions
(2023-09)The increased use of synthetic fertilizers in agriculture has been a financial burden for farmers while posing environmental and human health risks. This study aimed to explore the impact of seed biopriming with a novel ... -
Responses of Avian Communities to a Submontane Elevational Gradient
(2023-09)Biogeography comprises the study of patterns of the geographic distribution of organisms and the factors which govern those patterns. The study was implemented from the Samanalawewa river basin (480 m Mean Sea Level ... -
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. ... -
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 ... -
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 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 ... -
Anti-oxidant and Anti-inflammatory Activity of Various Crude Extracts of Flacourtia inermis (Lovi) and Averrhoa bilimbi (Billin) plants
(2023-09)Averrhoa bilimbi (Billin) and Flacourtia inermis (Lovi) plants belong to underutilized fruit plants in Sri Lanka. These plants are comprised of valuable phytochemicals such as flavonoids, and phenolics which can act as ... -
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 ... -
Antibacterial Activity of Different Fractions of Two Underutilized Fruit Crops in Sri Lanka: Tamarindus indica (Siyabala) and Cynometra cauliflora (Nam-Nam)
(2023-09)Due to adverse effects exerted by currently applying synthetic food preservatives, there is a timely need of discovery of natural food preservatives. The present study was aimed to discover the antimicrobial potential ... -
Screening of Antioxidant Capacity of Pouteria campechiana (Kaha laulu), Psidium guineense sw (Ambulpera) and Aegle marmelos (Beli) Fruits
(2023-09)Antioxidants are important as therapeutic agents in preventing a wide range of human pathologies associated with oxidative stress. Due to certain drawbacks in synthetic antioxidants, the attention is focused on the ... -
Antioxidant Potential of Some Selected Underutilized Fruit Species Grown in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Despite having a wide variety of fruits and being one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots, Sri Lanka’s resources are still mostly untapped. Secondary metabolites known as antioxidants have the power to lessen oxidative ... -
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 ... -
Antioxidant Properties of Flavoured Ceylon Black Tea Consumer Packs
(2023-09)Ceylon tea is reported to have numerous health benefits. However, limited studies have evaluated health benefits of Ceylon flavoured teas. This study examined the antioxidant properties (AP) of ten flavoured black teas ... -
Street Food Safety-Related Knowledge and Attitudes among University Students in Sri Lanka: A Cross-sectional Web-Based Study
(2023-09)Street food is considered a significant source of foodborne illnesses. Thus, the safety of street food has come under scrutiny. This study aimed at investigating knowledge and attitudes towards street food safety among ...