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Age invariant face recognition: A survey

Madushika, M.K.S.; Gunawickrama, S.H.K.K (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Facial aging is an important yet challenging problem that has recently been added to the problem of the face recognition. Human face varies over time in many aspects, including large inter-user similarity such as facial ...
An agent based simulation for the shape adaption of „Coccus‟ type bacteria colonies

Mohotti, W.A.; Kulawansa, K.A.D.T. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Agent technology is one of the Artificial Intelligence techniques best suited to address a social or biological phenomenon which involves group dynamics. Moreover, computer simulations are used extensively for studying ...
Allelic diversity and seedling tolerance of some rice (Oryza sativa) germplasms under salt stress

Dahanayaka, B.A.; Kottearachchi, N.S.; Gimhani, D.R.; Samarasighe, W.L.G. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

There are vast numbers of divergent rice germplasms in Sri Lanka. As the development of salinity tolerant cultivars has become a prioritized research area, it is necessary to assess these varieties and utilize them in ...
Analysis of protein interactions of pre-eclampsia

Vidanagamachchi, S.M. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy complication caused by high-blood pressure and protein in the urine in pregnancy. This disease can affect both the mother and the fetus and increase the mother's risk of dying of cardiovascular ...
Anthropometric parameters and attitudes towards physical exercise among breast cancer patients

Akalanka, H.M.K.; Ekanayake, S.; Samarasinghe, K. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

One fourth of breast cancers worldwide are attributed to overweight, obesity and sedentary lifestyle. Waist circumference (WC), hip circumference (HC) and waist to hip ratio (W: H) and Body mass index (BMI) are ...
Assessing the efficacy of some commercially available disinfectants and antiseptics

Chandraratne, G. H. E.; Pathirana, E.; Pathirana, I. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Disinfectants and antiseptics are chemical agents that are used to control microorganisms. The objectives of this study were to assess the efficacy of some selected disinfectants/antiseptics at the manufacturer-recommended ...
An assessment of heavy salting and salted drying on yield of Talang Queen (Scomberoides commersonianus) fish fillets

Ariyarathna, D.S.; Perera, M.R. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Dried fish is one of the most popular protein sources among Sri Lankans. Current dried fish processing methods cause to reduce the yield by 1/2 of fresh fish fillets. Salting and drying methods lead to unfavourable ...
Assessment of nutritional status and associated factors among institutionalized elderly in the Galle district

Aasath, M.A.M.; Wijesinghe, C.J. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Senior citizens in a country like Sri Lanka account for a considerable quota of community health because they are more susceptible to health problems. Therefore, we need to reflect on their health status and nutritional ...
An assessment of the bacterial quality of water, ice and fish in a fishery harbour in Southern Sri Lanka

Ranasinha, A.D.I.D.; Pathirana, E.; Pathirana, I. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

The fisheries sector plays an important role in the Sri Lankan economy. However, the post-harvest quality of our local fish production seems unsatisfactory. Furthermore, the sanitary conditions of the fishery harbours ...
Association between the anthropometry of mother and newborn from selected Medical Officers of Health divisions of Jaffna District

Yoganathan, T.; Arasaratnam, V.; Hettiarachchi, M.; Liyanage, C. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Objective of this study was to estimate the influence of variation in anthropometric measurements of pregnant mothers on the birth weight (BW) and length of the newborns from selected Medical Officers of Health (MOH) ...
Association of C-reactive protein concentration with weight of patients awaiting Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)

Bandara, E.M.S.; S. Ekanayake; Kapuruge, A.D.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Proportional mortality for Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD) was 30% in Sri Lanka for all ages according to WHO. Overweight and obesity are defined risk factors for non-communicable diseases such as CVD. C-reactive protein ...
Automation of multiple data measurements for computer interface

Aazir, S.M.; Ragel, F.C.; Sriragavan, M. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Development of low cost instrumentation is a valuable exercise in a country like Sri Lanka where scientists strive to sustain in their research with limited funds. This student research project is motivated on such ...
Branching pattern of Inferior thyroid artery and its relationship to the recurrent laryngeal nerve in Sri Lankans

Niranjan, Romini; Uthayakumar, Sivananthini; Yasawardene, Surangi G. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Careful study of position of terminal branches of inferior thyroid artery (ITA) in relation to recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) is required for safe thyroid surgery. Generally ITA divides and enters middle or lower portion ...
Breaking the seed dormancy in Phylanthus emblica L. (V. Nelli)

Mawalagedara, S.M.U.P.; Perera, G.A.D.; Aluwihare, Y.C.; Sooriyapathirana, S.D.S.S. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Phyllanthus emblica V. Nelli, belonged to family Euphorbiaceae, is an important species as a medicinal plant. The fruit (drupe) of P. emblica is the economically important component. It is also being used in industrial ...
Characteristics of n-Cu2O/p-CuI junction photo-electrode in relation to solar energy conversion devices

Rajapaksha, R.D.A.A.; Fernando, C.A.N.; Foo, K.L.; Hashim, U.; Balakrishna, R.G. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

n-Cu2O/p-CuI junction photo-electrode was fabricated on copper sheets to make a solid state photo-voltaic cell. A photo current enhancement was found for the junction photo-electrode because of the efficient charge ...
Characterization of Cu2O layers prepared by photo electrochemical and electro-deposition methods and their applications in electrochemical solar cells

Jayawantha, M.L.T.B.; Mahanama, G.D.K. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Cuprous oxide (n-Cu2O) and CuSCN (p-type) layers were deposited on copper substrates using photo-electrochemical method to form p-n junction solar cells. Further, n-Cu2O layers were deposited on Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) ...
Comparison of soil-dwelling insect fauna in eco-friendly versus conventional home gardens at selected localities in Hambanthota District

Hemachandra, K.S.; Bandara, B.P.U.R.; Weerakkody, W.A.P.; Wasantha, J.K.S.; Sirisena, U.G.A.I.; Priyadarshani, T.D.C.; Soorasena, J.M. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Soil-dwelling insects are a major component of the soil ecosystem and play a key role in nutrient recycling and natural suppression of insect populations. Advanced technology and extensive synthetic inputs such as ...
Complete Submergence tolerance of some traditional rice cultivars at seedling stage

Hewage, M.J.; Ranawake, A.L.; Subasinghe, S. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

Submergence tolerance is an important trait where short term flash flooding damages rice. Due to the heterogeneity in flood-prone ecosystem, many different types of traditional rice cultivars are grown by the farmers. ...
Controlled growth of ZnO/SnO2 mixed nanowires by carbon assisted thermal evaporation process

Tharsika, T.; Haseeb, A.S.M.A.; Akbar, A.; Sabri, M.F.M. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

This work reports the controlled growth of ZnO/SnO2 mixed nanowires, fabricated by the bottom up process of carbon assisted thermal evaporation method, through vapor-liquid-solid (VLS) mechanism. In this study, SnO2, ...
Design and construction of a display system for systematic monitoring of the noodles steaming process at a local industry

Priyadarshani, N.V.D.P.; Dharmaratn, W.G.D.; Yapa, K.K.A.S.; Bodhika, J.A.P. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2014-01-22)

The study was done at a prominent consumer goods manufacturing company in the southern province of Sri Lanka. Noodles are one of their products of high demand. Therefore, the company needed a systematic and comprehensive ...

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