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Applicability of Allium cepa test system in toxicity characterization of used lubricant oil contaminated soil

Wickramanayake, I.U.; Masakorala, K. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2015-01-28)

Contamination of soil with used lubricant oil is an emerging environmental problem in most of the cities across the world. Accidental spills, illegal dumping and careless handling of used lubricant oil have been ...
Forecasting of weekly demand for a daily newspaper in Sri Lanka

Jayasinghe, J.M.T.N.; Abeygunawardana, R.A.B. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-22)

Uncertainty in the demand for a newspaper is a major problem that newspaper companies come across because the printing process of a newspaper highly depends on the newspaper demand. Better forecast is very essential ...
Prediction of dengue fever cases in Sri Lanka using time series model

Gnanapragasam, S.R.; Cooray, T.M.J.A. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-22)

The number of dengue fever, one of the most dangerous mosquito viral infection, cases has dramatically increased in recent years. Since the first reported case of dengue fever in 1965, there had been occurrences on and ...
Effects of Soil Moisture Stress on the “Free Proline” and “Chlorophyll a” Contents of Selected Tomato (Solanum esculentum Mill.) Cultivars in the Sandy Regosols

Mahendran, S.; Sujirtha, N. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Moisture deficit is often the major factor inhibiting crop yields in semi–arid and arid regions. An induction of moisture stress in plants is known to trigger several biochemical changes. Free proline accumulation and ...
Molecular identification of ‘Candidatus Phytoplasma cynodontis’ associated with Bermuda grass white leaf disease in Sri Lanka

Dickinson, M.; Abeysinghe, S. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Bermuda grass, Cynodon dactlylon (L.), is a grass of the family Poaceae. Bermuda grass white leaf (BGWL) caused by a phytoplasma belonging to the 16SrXIV group, has been reported from many countries including Asia. ...
Assessment of possible risk factors for Metabolic Syndrome among selected students of Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna

Arachchi, C.I. Motagedara; Wegiriya, H.C.E.; Chandana, E.P.S.; Sudarshani, K.A.M. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

The purpose of this cross sectional study was to assess possible risk factors and susceptibility for Metabolic Syndrome (MS) among undergraduates of Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna and to examine the prevalence ...
Structural analysis of green adhesives synthesized by coir fiber lignin substitution in phenolic resol resins.

Panamgama, L.A.; Madhuwanthi, W.M.Y. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

This research investigated the possibility of substituting coir fiber lignin in synthesis of bio-based phenolic resol resins. Coir fiber was subjected to alkaline soda process from which the lignin was recovered. The ...
Effect of soil moisture stress on the Indole-3-Acetic acid (IAA) Oxidase Activity of three selected chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) cultivars during the flowering stage and its impact on fruit yield

Mahendran, S.; Sujirtha, N. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

IAA oxidase is the enzyme to oxidize IAA to Methylene Oxindole which is an inactive form of auxin. During abiotic stress, auxin content decreases in plant system because of high IAA oxidase activity. The present study ...
Fungi diversity in the rhizosphere of selected rice varieties under drained and water logging conditions in the low country wet zone of Sri Lanka

Sandamali, T.G.I.; Mithrasena, Y.J.P.K.; Silva, J.N. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Rhizosphere is the soil adjecent to plant root system. It is a region of intense microbial activity where root exudates allow the development of microorganisms around the roots. The objective of this study was to ...
Formulation and Evaluation of Instant Herbal Porridge Mixtures from Ranawara (Cassia auriculata Linn) Leaves

Jayasekara, N.W.D.T.; Gunathilake, K.D.P.P. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Ranawara (Cassia auriculata Linn) based herbal porridge is a well reputed dietary remedy for treating diabetes among Sri Lankans. Studies were conducted to develop instant herbal porridge which containing Ranawara ...
Generative behavior and psychological health among older people in Galle, Sri Lanka

Perera, B.; Fernando, S.; Perera, R.; Wickramarachchi, B. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Depression and cognitive impairments in older people are vital public health issues in Sri Lanka. Stress plays a major role in developing such chronic ill health conditions in people. Little is known about generative ...
An investigation of soil and litter macrofauna of different habitats in Mawarala MAB forest reserve in Matara

Chandrapathma, W.P.N.S.; Amarasinghe, N.J. De S.; Wickramasinghe, M.G.V.; Guruge, W.A.H.P. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

A preliminary study was conducted to find out the diversity of soil and litter macrofauna in three different habitats namely natural forest area (NF), disturbed forest area (DF) and riverine forest area (RF) in Mawarala ...
Practice of self-medication among the nursing students of a college of nursing in the northern part of Sri Lanka

Viniththira, V.; Kamalarupan, L. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Self-medication is defined as the use of medications by a patient on his own initiative or on the advice of a pharmacist or a lay person instead of consulting a medical practitioner (WHO 2008). Self-medication practice ...
Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibition by flavonoid-rich defatted crude extracts of Actinidia macrosperma fruit

Hettihewa, S.K.; Rupasinghe, H.P.V. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Actinidia macrosperma which belongs to the genus Actinidia of the Actinidiaceae family is a non-commercial type kiwifruit. This plant has its reputation to treat various diseases within Chinese traditional medicine. ...
Taxonomic assessment of Puntius thermalis in Sri Lanka using DNA barcoding

Wijesurendra, L.M.; Gunawickrama, K.B.S. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Puntius chola (sensu lato) Hamilton 1822, (family Cyprinidae) is a widely distributed fish species in the Asian region. The recent taxonomic revision of the genus Puntius revived the name Puntius thermalis (sensu ...
Effect of intensity control of Bharathanatyam dance training on pulmonary function

Sabaananth, S.; Thevanthy, T. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Breathing is one of the critical bodily function which the lungs deliver oxygen to the blood, and expire carbon dioxide out of the body. Dance training can help to strengthen and make this system more efficient. The ...
Extraction and Quality Evaluation of pectin from some fruit wastes in Sri Lanka

Dharmasiri, P.G.H.N.; Gunathilake, K.D.P.P. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

The present study was to evaluate selected fruit wastes as a source of pectin. Pectin was isolated from fruit wastes (peel of mango, lime, passion fruit, jackfruit, sidaran, papaya, banana and pineapple, press cake of ...
Utilization of Soymilk Residue for the Production of Nutritionally EnrichedHigh-Fiber Biscuits

Mahendran, T.; Inthujaa, Y. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Soymilk residue is a by-product of soymilk and tofu production having a loweconomic value. It contains high protein and fiber as well as various minerals and phyto-chemicals. The objective of the present research ...
Assessment of physical fitness of adolescent boys of Northern and Eastern provinces of Sri Lanka using AAHPER fitness test battery

Ketheeswaran, K. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare the American Association for Health Physical Education and Recreation (AAHPER) youth fitness test scores of adolescent boys in Northern and Eastern Provinces of Sri ...
Effect of Different Preservatives on Nutritional, Sensory Qualities and Shelf life of Papaya Fruit Bar

Inthujaa, Y.; Mahendran, T.; Mythrayie, S. (Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-28)

Papaya fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C, carotene, minerals and other nutrients. The fruits are susceptible to decay and spoilage due to their perishability. Therefore, proper preservation techniques need to ...

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