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Dilshan, J.M.D.M.; De Silva, C.S.; Kodikara, K.M.S.(University of Ruhuna, 2026)
Capsicum chinense Jacq, belongs to the family Solanaceae and is native to Central and South America. It has been
widely cultivated in Sri Lanka as a commercial crop. This study was undertaken to identify the most suitable ...
Papaya (Carica papaya L.) is a commercially important tropical fruit crop exhibiting three sex types: male, female
and hermaphrodite. Because sex expression cannot be identified morphologically at the seedling stage, ...
With the ongoing increase in metabolic syndrome cases worldwide and the importance of carbohydrate quality for
glycemic control, assessing the nutritional and functional qualities of commonly consumed staple foods is of ...
Rice yields in Sri Lanka’s Wet Zone are frequently constrained by soil and drainage limitations, yet root traits
remain underutilized in breeding programs. This study evaluated four F₂ populations of rice crosses, their ...
Rice yields in Sri Lanka’s Wet Zone are frequently constrained by soil and drainage limitations, yet root traits
remain underutilized in breeding programs. This study evaluated four F₂ populations of rice crosses, their ...
This study evaluated phenotypic variability among 14 selected rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties using 16 quantitative
morphological and physiological traits. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) revealed significant differences ...
Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is a staple crop vital to food security worldwide, particularly in South Asia. Enhancing its yield potential and
disease resistance through genomic tools is a pressing necessity for sustainable ...
Oryza rufipogon Griff., the wild progenitor of cultivated rice, contains essential genetic
resources for rice improvement and global food security. Preserving the integrity of its
germplasm has therefore become a ...
Wasana, P.W.D.(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2025-06-04)
Pain management poses a significant healthcare challenge, prompting exploration into innovative strategies. Our work embodies a fusion of pharmaceutical and natural approaches to enhance pain relief using curcumin, a natural ...
Karunarathna, M.D.S.M.; Edirisinghe, A.G.H.J.; Pathirana, W.P.A.M.(Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2025-10)
Road accidents remain a critical global concern, necessitating efficient transportation system management. Identifying
high-risk areas, known as "Black Spots (BS)," is crucial for road safety. The research objectives ...
Vidurangana, R.L.N.; Vindyani, H.A.R.N.; Dharmarathna, W.R.S.S.(Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2025-10)
Number of methods have been used globally for predicting the travel mode choice, including Multinomial Logit (MNL),
Nested Logit (NL), Multinomial Probit (MNP), Generalized Extreme Value (GEV), Mixed Multinomial Logit ...
Shamiranga, K.L.L.; Fernando, P.L.N.(Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2025-10)
Accidental and unintentional explosion events have become a common occurrence in the present world context, hence,
presenting a challenge for structural engineers tasked with designing potentially blast-resistant structures. ...
Dharmawansha, D.A.S.T.; Herath, H.M.S.T.(Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2025-10)
This study explores the influence of bolt preloading on the rotational stiffness of stainless-steel end-plate connections,
specifically focusing on extended end-plate connections with six bolts. In this work, a validated ...
Weerasinghe, W.M.H.N.; Jayasuriya, D.M.S.(Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2025-04)
Cost overruns are commonly encountered in construction projects worldwide, and they are especially recognized in
Sri Lankan high-rise building projects. The study focuses on effectively allocating contingencies amidst the ...
Wijeratna, D.D.D.S.; Fazi, A. Zakib; Gomes, Pattiyage I.A.(Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2025-04)
The intricate dynamics of microplastic transport in open channels involve factors such as water flow velocity, turbulence,
water depth, sediment characteristics, particle size, and channel morphology. In this context, a ...
Ranasinghe, R.T.; Sampath, K.H.S.M.(Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2025-04)
This study focuses on enhancing the understanding of the effectiveness of sub-horizontal drainage as a slope rectification
method and assessing the effectiveness of the shear strength reduction method in practical ...
Kumara, U.D.M.; Priyankara, N.H.(Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2025-04)
Dealing with weak subgrades in road construction emerges innovative engineering resolutions to challenge their adverse
effects on construction durability, safety, and cost-efficiency. Weak subgrades contribute to pavement ...
Sachinika, W.A.T.; Panagoda, H.A.; Weerakoon, G.M.P.R.(Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2025-04)
Vertical Flow Constructed Wetlands (VFCW) are renowned for low cost and eco-friendly processes in wastewater (WW)
treatment. This study methodically explored the impact of varying hydraulic loading rates (HLR) on VSSF CW ...
This study investigates the advancement of renewable energy in Sri Lanka with four primary objectives to assess the current status of renewable energy, to evaluate its potential economic and environmental benefits, to ...