• Osbeckia octandra (Heen Bovitiya) Leaf Extract Reduces the Thioacetamide Induced Liver Damage in Wistar Rats 

  Weththasinghe, P; Bogahawaththa, BRS; Wiiesundara, RRMKK; Kodithuwakku, SP; Siriweeraa, EH; Raiapakse, RPVJ; Herath, CB; Pathiranal, IN; Wiiayagunawardane, MPB (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  Management of liver diseases with plant extracts has been in the traditional medicinal practice in Sri Lanka for centuries. However, scientific evidences on the beneficial effects of }sbeckia octondro are lacking. The ...
• Effects of Neem (Melia qzadirachta L.) Leaf Extract on Human Dermal Papilla Cells 

  Dodo, K; Sano, K; Hara, K; Someya, T (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  In recent years, the potential of Neem lMelia azadirachta L) as an anti-aging supplement has been investigated in the health food industry. It has been traditionally used in Indian Ayurvedic Medicine (traditional system ...
• A Protocol to Determine Interannual Variation of North-East Monsoon (Nlaha rainfalls): A Case Study in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka 

  Ampitiyawatta, AD; Wimalasiri, GEM (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  A protocol was developed to analysis the interannual variation of North-East monso on (Maha rainflalls] and the protocol was validated with daily rainfall data of Anuradhapura for 1980-2010 period. Cumulative distribution ...
• Technological Novelties for a Sustainable Deep Sea Fishery in Sri Lanka 

  Koralagama, D.N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  Effective poaching of deep sea fishers into neighboring Exciusive Economic Zones [EEZJ and even beyond was disclaimed by European Union IEUJ and banned fish and fisheries products from Sri Lanka. As a result of the series ...
• Recent Geographical Distribution Pattern of Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus) and Associated Problems in Galle and Matara Districts 

  Koshila, HWS; Atapattu, NSBM; Gunawardana, WWDA (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatatus) is an attractive bird. Though it is better adapted and thus has been common in Dry Zone areas, they are now seen in some areas where they were not used to. This new distribution has ...
• Effect of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor 165, on Porcine Primordial Follicle Viability in vitro: A preliminary Study 

  Madushanka, DNN; Mayurawanshal, WRAS; Ruwandeepikal, HAD; Magamage, M.P.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  Folliculogenesis is a complex process of ovarian follicle growth and development, which is yet to be completely understood. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is known for its ability to promote angiogenesis. Among ...
• High Yields of Mustard-Rapeseed through System of Crop Intensification (SCI) 

  Banerjee, S (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  System of Crop Intensification (SCIJ aims to achieve higher production with less expenditure on land, labor, capital and water through simple changes in crop management practices. SCI practices help farmers to unlock the ...
• Submergence Tolerance of selected Sri Lankan Traditional Rice (Oryza Sativa L) Accessions at seedling Stage 

  Prabhashini, RHGB; Ranawake, AL (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  Micro climate of Sri Lankan rice fields varies significantly due to intermittent flooding and drying caused by changing pattern of climate. As traditional rice posse considerable biotic and abiotic stress tolerant traits, ...
• Can Herbicide Usage be Minimized in Future through Weed Competitive Rice? 

  Bandara, RMUS; Marambe, B; Bentota, AP; Keerthisena, RSK; Sirisena, DN; Abhayagunasekara, AVC; Dissanayaka, HMMKH; De Silva, YMSHIU; Dissanayake, DMCB (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  A field experiment was conducted usingl0 rice varieties {At306, AERON9-3, 89352, AERON10-26, At10- 1240, 1R09N247, Zhonghua, Bw1L-3403, AtL0-1327 and Suwandal_) in Rice Research and Development institute, Batalagoda ...
• Physicochemical evaluation of parental germplasm of quality rice breeding program in Sri Lanka 

  Abhayagunasekara, A.V.C.; Paththinige, S.S.; Rebeira, S.P.; Rajapaksha, R.L.G.S.; Navarathna, N.M.; Padmakanthi, D.A.; Abeysekara, S.W. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  Rice quality is considered as the second important trait in rice breeding programs after yield. Better quality rice varieties give better returns to the farmer. Therefore, rice lines with better yield as well as supreme ...
• variability in seed Dormancy of Some Improved Rice varieties in Sri Lanka 

  Silva, S.D.; Hafeel, RF; Wathugala, DL (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  prolonged dormancy in rice becomes a problem when seeds of previous season are to be used for immediate sowing. Total absence of dormancy is also a disadvantage as the seed will sprout on the plants in the field. Twenty ...
• Screening of rice varieties for salt stress at reproductive stage based on phenotypic responses 

  Senanayake, R.M.N.H.; Herath, H.M.V.G.; Wickramasinghe, I.P.; Udawela, U.A.K.S.; Sirisena, D.N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  Salinity affects all growth stages of rice at varying degrees starting from germination up to maturation. The present study was concucted to screen the commonly cultivated rice varieties against salt stress and to identify ...
• Dried fish type identification using machine learning techniques: A case study on three fish species in Sri Lanka 

  Muhannadh, M.R.; Laksiri, P.H.P.N. (Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023-11-24)

  Dried fish is one of the major and traditional dishes of Sri Lankans and is also one of the major animal protein sources with low cholesterol for humans. Despite, the benefits and the popularity, people are facing ...
• Oyster mushroom disease detection using machine learning 

  Vidanapathirana, D.R.; Arachchi, R.S.W. (Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023-11-24)

  The industry that cultivates mushrooms has experienced a significant expansion due to the growing demand for edible mushrooms and in particular for oyster mushrooms, as they are highly valued for their distinct flavor ...
• The positive effect of food choices on academic stress among students at the University of Ruhuna 

  Karunasagara, D.K.M.U.K.; Gamage, C.Y. (Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023-11-24)

  Academic stress among university students is receiving widespread attention in today's academic environment. Academic stress arises from the myriad demands and challenges inherent in academic life, the management of ...
• Determination of potential restores and maintainers by evaluation of test crosses of rice hybrids 

  Priyantha, W.S.; Hemachandra, R.P.D.H.; Dissanayaka, D.M.O.K.B. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

  Experiment was conducted to identify the new restores and maintainers for hybrid rice programme in Rice Research and Development Institute Batalagoda. Seventy-six crosses were produced by using 24CMS lines crossing with ...
• Identification of teak wood cupboards in Sri Lanka using machine learning 

  Sandunima, W.L.G.D.; Arachchi, R.S.W. (Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023-11-24)

  Teak timber, scientifically referred to as Tectona grandis, is a timber species of exceptional value celebrated for its outstanding characteristics and wide-ranging uses. Teak wood cupboards hold significant value in ...
• Identification and classification of cabbage quality using machine learning 

  Vishalini, R.; Wijerathna, E.H.M.P.M. (Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023-11-24)

  Cabbage is a globally usable vegetable which plays an important role in the agricultural industry and in consumer preferences. Traditional methods of visually inspecting cabbage quality are subjective and prone to human ...
• Predicting the quality of E-Commerce products using machine learning 

  Madhushan, J.V.L.; Jayasinghe, P.K.S.C. (Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023-11-24)

  E-commerce product reviews are vitally important for maintaining a positive reputation and for increasing sales opportunities. Generally, there are thousands of reviews available for a product and therefore, it is time ...
• Cutting-Edge AI-Powered Real-Time surveillance system for proactive threat detection and response in robbery situations 

  Gunarathne, R.M.A.A.D.M.; Shakya, R.D.N. (Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023-11-24)

  In today's security-conscious world, the need for advanced surveillance systems is paramount. This research focuses on pioneering a cutting-edge real-time surveillance system driven by artificial intelligence (AI) to ...

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