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Madushani, A.; Weerakkody, N.S.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Consumers' demand for non-dairy probiotic-containing foods is increasing due to their health
benefits beyond nutrition. Milk-based products contain lactic acid bacteria as probiotic bacteria;
however, non-dairy food ...
Bandara, K.M.C.J.; Fernando, U.C.K.; Wijethunga, P.M.A.P.K.; Abeysinghe, D.C.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.), a tropical nut tree, produces nuts rich in bioactive
compounds and antioxidants. The prospective health benefits of cashew nuts and their by
products, particularly those associated ...
Muthumala, C. K.; Jayasinghe, B. K.V. H.; Bandara, K. M. T. S.; Alwis, P.L.A.G.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Wood is considered excellent, environmentally friendly green building material for furniture,
interior decorations, and construction purposes. Storing atmospheric CO2 in wood can be an
effective strategy for mitigating ...
Uththara, S.D.L.S.; Weerathilake, W.A.D.V.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Dairy farming plays a crucial role in the economy of the Northwestern Province; however, milk
production has declined in recent years due to various challenges. This study examined the
impact of feed resources and ...
Varathanathan, K.; Ganeshwaranathan, A.; Balachandran, B.; Piratheepan, S.; Loganathan, T.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Zooplankton plays a vital role in freshwater ecosystems by contributing to energy transfer and
nutrient cycling. This study examined how does seasonal variation influences zooplankton
diversity and abundance in the ...
Rathnayake, P.; Senevirathne, Mahinda(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum), a climacteric vegetable, is highly susceptible to postharvest
losses. This study investigated the effectiveness of edible coating formulations derived from
Kehipitthan (Cyclea peltata) ...
Kavinda, T. M.; Upeksha, W. A. K. D.; Wijekoon, W. M. C. D.; Wegiriya, H. C. E.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Papaya (Carica papaya) is one of the major commercial fruit crops cultivated in Sri Lanka, catering
to both local and export markets. However, studies on insect pests affecting papaya and their
dominance status remain ...
Priyadarshani, G.A.N.; Rupasinghe, C.P.; Munasinghe, E.S.; Balasuriya, J.S.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Carbon sequestration by plants has the potential to significantly address global environmental
challenges, including accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, which leads to climate
change. This study is one ...
Madushanka, W.C.M.S.; Kiyotaka, Fukahori; Tsurumi, Wataru; Jayasanka Senavirathna, M.D.H.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Greenery visibility in urban environments provides numerous psychological and ecological
benefits. However, existing indices, such as the Green View Index and NDVI, fail to adequately
capture greenery as perceived from ...
Siriwardana, A.J.M.C.M.; Kazuhito, S.A.K.A.I.; Nakandakari, Tamotsu; Yuge, Kozue(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Methane (CH₄) is the second most impactful anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) andis
significantly emitted from rice paddies, contributing 6–11% of global CH₄ emissions. Accurate
quantification of these emissions is ...
Poornima, N. V. S.; Perera, U. I.; Kumarathunge, D.P.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Understanding trait variation in response to temperature is important to predict how plants
respond to rising temperature. This study aimed to identify heat-tolerant Guava (Psidium
guajava) varieties through assessment ...
Yatigammana, T.M.T.K.; Gunawardena, S.N.; Athukorala, A.D.S.N.P.; Wijesinghe, M.; Damunupola, J.W.(Faculty of Agriculture-University of Ruhuna, 2025)
Sri Lanka is a top exporter of the global favorite fruit; banana and is home to many varieties.
However, bananas are highly susceptible to many postharvest fungal diseases such as
anthracnose, cigar end rot and crown ...
Background: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory
condition that frequently leads to lower limb muscle weakness and compromised balance. The
hamstrings-to-quadriceps (H:Q) strength ...
Background: Swimming is a physically demanding sport that requires a combination of strength,
endurance, and flexibility to perform competitively. Among these, thoracic mobility is critical for
breathing mechanics, body ...
Background: Cycling is one of the most demanding sports, requiring a combination of
physiological and anthropometric abilities to maximize performance.
Objectives: To determine how the performance level of male elite ...
Background: Swimming demands a unique blend of fitness and biomechanical efficiency.
Anthropometric traits like arm span, leg length, height, and weight influence stroke length,
propulsion, and drag, impacting performance. ...
Background: Mirror therapy (MT) is a proven method for reducing phantom limb pain and
improving motor recovery in amputee patients. Nevertheless, its use in nursing practice remains
limited. Since nurses are key in ...
Background: Globally, trauma-related injuries result in five million deaths annually, while spinal
cord injuries (SCI) account for 10%. Pre-hospital handling plays a crucial role in SCI
management. Public transport drivers ...
Background: Traffic-related air pollution (TRAP) significantly impacts human respiratory health.
Bus drivers and conductors are among the groups that are highly exposed to TRAP daily.
Objective: To assess respiratory ...
Background: Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is a leading cause of lower back pain, affecting the
quality of life and work productivity. Various factors, including mechanical strain, genetic
predisposition, and metabolic ...