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Development of Medium Chain Triglyceride Enriched Milkshake for Ketogenic Diet.

Maheepala, M.M.D.P.; Wijayasekara, K.N.; Rajawatta, K.M.W. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

The ketogenic diet (KD) has gained popularity as an effective strategy for weight management. Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT) are the major fat source of this diet to induce efficient ketosis. However, the products for ...
Environmental Sensitivity of Talalla Coastal Beach: A Tourism Hotspot in Southern Sri Lanka.

Fernando, A.J.G.Z.; Wijewardene, L.N.; Asanthi, H.B. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Environmental sensitivity refers to the significance of an area in terms of its ecological and socio-economic indicators derived from nature, and how nature responds to ecosystem damage. Talalla coastal beach (1.7 km) ...
Effect of Urea and Calcium Nitrate Application Timing as Top-Dressing Fertilizer on Texture Variation of Pickling Gherkin (Cucumis sativus L.)

Wijesuriya, W.M.H.H.; Kumarasinghe, H.K.M.S.; Amarasinghe, S.R.; Perumpuli, P.A.B.N. (Faculty of Engeenering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

This study evaluated the effects of fertilizer type (urea and calcium nitrate) and the commencement date of the first top-dress application 10, 15, 20, and 25 days after seedling emergence (DASE), followed by repeated ...
Evaluation of Pelletized Poultry Droppings Fertilizer as an Alternative Nitrogen Source for Curry Chili (Capsicum annuum) Cultivation under Protected House Conditions

Sampath, K.H.H.U.; Kumarasinghe, H.K.M.S.; Amarasinghe, S.R.; Bandara, K.M.T.S. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Efficient nitrogen management is essential for high-value crops such as curry chili (Capsicum annuum), where excessive use of urea can degrade soil and contribute to environmental pollution. This study evaluated pelletized ...
Effects of Different Plant and Residue-Derived Ashes on Ameliorating Soil Acidity in Paddy Soils of the Low Country Wet Zone, Sri Lanka.

Maheshani, H.H.G.P.; Rupasinghe, M.G.N.; Amarasinghe, S.R. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Soil acidity is a major constraint limiting paddy productivity in the Low Country Wet Zone (LCWZ) of Sri Lanka, while the high cost and limited availability of conventional liming materials such as dolomite restrict their ...
Carbon Dioxide Emissions from Model Soil Aggregates Incorporated with Organic Amendments: Effects of Organic Matter and Water Repellency.

Liyanage, T.D.P.; Leelamanie, D.A.L.; Lekamge, T.L.S.P. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Model soil aggregates incorporated with organic amendments (OAs) can serve as nutrient-rich potting media. The OAs can induce water repellency (WR) in model soil aggregates restricting moisture availability for the organic ...
Formulation and Quality Evaluation of a Value-Added Hot Sauce Incorporating Scotch Bonnet (Capsicum chinense) and Traditional Lime Pickle (Citrus aurantifolia)

Jothirathna, R.G.G.S.M.B.; Wijayasekara, K.N.; Rajawatta, K.M.W. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Scotch Bonnet (Capsicum chinense) and lime (Citrus aurantifolia) are locally available ingredients in Sri Lanka that remain underutilized in high-value food products. Scotch Bonnet is rich in capsaicinoids, carotenoids, ...
Optimization of Coagulation Performance Using Bio-Coagulants from Banana and Pineapple Waste as an Alternative to Aluminium Alum.

Hettiarachchi, S.U.; Kaushana, P.; Kannangara, N.; Sanjaya, K. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Access to clean water is essential for human health, agriculture, and industry; however, freshwater resources are increasingly threatened by pollution from industrial effluents, agricultural runoff, and other human ...
Fish Waste Valorization for Sustainable Animal Feed Production: A Comprehensive Review.

Wijayasekara, K.N.; Kannangara, D.N.; Karunarathna, K.H.T.; Dhanusha, R. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Globally, fish production reached 223.2 million tons in 2022, with Sri Lanka contributing approximately 530,000 metric tons of production annually. However, the fisheries sector faces inefficiencies across the value ...
Spatial Variability of Soil Organic Carbon Stocks in the Mangrove Ecosystem of Koggala Lagoon, Sri Lanka.

Bandara, S.D.; Heenkenda, A.D.; Weerakoon, T. K.; Kannangara, D.N. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Mangroves in Sri Lanka serve as critical blue carbon sinks, yet their sediment carbon storage remains understudied, limiting their incorporation into national climate change mitigation strategies. This study presents the ...
Uncovering Six New Rice MYB Orthologs Involved in Anthocyanin Pathways and Abiotic Stress-Responsive Regulatory Networks.

Jayaprada, N.V.T.; Geekiyanage, S. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

R2R3-MYB transcription factors (TFs) are key regulators of secondary metabolism and abiotic stress responses across plant species. However, limited information is available on the functional roles of R2R3-MYB TFs in rice ...
Design and Implementation of a Fixed-Wing VTOL UAV Utilizing Conventional Control Surfaces for Automatic Vertical Take-Off and Horizontal Transition.

Annasiwaththa, A.W.B.I.; Wijerathna, R.M.A.S.; Wijethunga, W.M.D.B.; Croos, A.V.K.; Bandara, R.M.S.S. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

This paper presents the development of a compact fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capable of automatic vertical take-off and transition to horizontal flight using only conventional control surfaces, without the ...
Effect of Storage Conditions on Staphylococcus aureus Found in Giant Freshwater Prawn.

Kuragodage, A.U.; Deepananda, K.H.M.A.; Peiris, H.H.; Jayasinghe, U.A.D.; Jones, C. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Ensuring microbial safety of the commercially important giant freshwater prawn (GFP), Macrobrachium rosenbergii, is crucial given its rising commercial value and sensitivity to postharvest handling conditions. Staphylococcus ...
Comparison of Polytunnel Structures on Agronomic and Economic Performances of Salad Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) Under Warm Humid Tropical Environment.

Liyanage, L.D.N.C.; Piyaratne, M.K.D.K.; Adikaram, K.K.L.B.; Ratnasekara, D.; Fernando, K.M.C. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Protected cultivation offers several advantages for high-value crops such as salad cucumber by providing a better-controlled environment, reducing pest and disease pressure, and enabling year-round production. One of the ...
Development of a Small-Scale Extruder Machine and Evaluation with the Production of Jackfruit Seed Flour-Based Extruded Snack.

Wijesinghe, S.M.M.; Rajawatta, K.M.W.; Wijayasekara, K.N. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

The development of small-scale extruder machines has become increasingly important due to the growing demand for efficient food processing technologies. This study focuses on the design and fabrication of a screw-type ...
Formulation of Non-Fat Yoghurt Drink with Butternut Squash (Cucurbita moschata) Puree: Optimization Using Response Surface Methodology.

Bandara, N.G.D.T.; Narayana, N.M.N.K. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Rising demand for healthier foods has driven interest in low-fat, low-sugar yoghurts, though such reductions often impair quality. Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata), a pumpkin variety shows a strong potential as a ...
Exploring Marketing Constraints and Potential Opportunities for Coconut-Based Products: Evidence from Batticaloa, Sri Lanka.

Samaraweera, G.C.; Samha, M.H.F.N.; Geretharan, T. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

There is significant potential to improve the marketing of coconut-based products in Batticaloa. However, demand currently exceeds the production of coconutbased products despite many opportunities. Therefore, the present ...
Development and Evaluation of Biodegradable Nursery Cups Using Eggshell Waste Incorporated with Natural Binding Agents.

Senavirathna, J.M.M.R.; De Silva, H.C.C.; Rajawatta, K.M.W. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

The increasing use of plastic nursery containers has raised environmental concerns due to their non-biodegradable nature, while large quantities of eggshell waste remain underutilized. This study aimed to develop and ...
Physicochemical, Melissopalynological, and Antimicrobial Characterization of Natural Bee Honey from Diverse Agroecological Regions in Sri Lanka.

Gamage, E.G.Y.S.; Dharmadasa, R.M.; Gamage, D.M. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Honey’s characteristics and health benefits depend on its botanical and geographical origin—factors poorly understood in Sri Lankan honey. This study characterised floral sources, geographic origin, physicochemical ...
Global Perspectives on PFAS Contamination in Animal-Source Foods: Implications for Food Safety in Sri Lanka.

Priyashantha, H. (Faculty of Engineering , University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2026-03-04)

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), particularly the four key compounds PFOA, PFNA, PFHxS, and PFOS (PFAS4), are highly persistent synthetic pollutants with strong bioaccumulative potential. These compounds have ...

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