Transformative applied research Breakthrough research in a changing world

1 Green extraction techniques of seaweed polysaccharides for sustainable biopolymer
packaging: a review
M. W. G. T. Nethmini and M. S. N. Samaranayake
2 Performance evaluation of a lab-scale single-chamber microbial fuel
G.K.K. Ishara, Nabin Aryal, G. Samarakoon, U. Arachchige, P. A. Koliyabandara and
A.R. Nihmiya
3 Serological diagnosis of leishmaniasis: A Sri Lankan perspective
I. M. S. Sathsarani, K. P. Perera, S. Shrestha, S. A. Ejazi and B. Deepachandi
4 Cold mix asphalt for low traffic roads: a comparative review of performance and
applicability in the Sri Lankan context
T. Perera, M. Ashen, M. Gamage and V. Senevirathne
5 Investigation of the possible usage of nano resveratrol for the regulation of cancer
A. M. N. Perera and N. P. Katuwavila
6 Overcoming the plaque: advances in curcumin nanomedicine for targeted atherosclerosis
therapy
M. D. S. D. De Silva and N. P. Katuwavila
7 Boid-based simulation and modeling of crowd flow during the Sri Pada pilgrimage
D.K.U.V. Wickramanayaka, D.S. Sathsarani and G. Perera
8 Machine learning based Ayurvedic skincare system for diagnosing and treating
skin disorders
W. C. C. Wijemanna and T. A. H. Dilpriya
9 CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing in biomedical science
S.G.V.C.L. Sapugoda and E.J.M.I.K. Jayasundara
10 Germline gene editing: potential and pitfalls
V. Wijesinghe, S.M. Thennakoon, N. Hewage and K. Perera
11 The effects of sound and frequency-based meditation on optimum human mental and
physical functioning: a literature review
G.D.R. Piyumantha and B.L.E. Jayasinha
12 Global epidemiological and clinical patterns of eczema and psoriasis:
a contemporary analysis
S.W.M.R.M.P. R. Udalagama, A. Thusthika and B. Deepachandi
13 Advancements and performance assessment of cool pavement technologies for
urban heat Island mitigation and pavement longevity
T. V. H. Fernando, S. Uthayendran, W. G. H. Dilmith and V. Senevirathne
14 Advancement in diagnostics and treatment modalities for psoriasis and eczema
A. H. T. R. Silva, N. C. Jagoda and B. Deepachandi
15 Advances in diagnostic methods and antifungal therapy for Candida species
in clinical settings
W.G.P.G. Stephanie and N. Uthayarajan
16 In-silico screening of phytochemicals in Calotropis gigantea for anti-vitiligo activity
by targeting tyrosinase enzyme
R.M.D.S. Rathnayaka, H.T. R. L. Perera, D. Dahanayake and S.L. Lavan
17 Prevalence of Chlamydia trachomatis infection and its association with gender, age,
marital status, and sexual orientation: a systematic review and meta-analysis
N.M. Monaragala and W.T.S. Munidasa
18 Exploring nursing students’ knowledge and attitudes toward palliative care:
a comparative analysis of Sri Lanka and global perspectives
P. Vithursha and J.N. Chathurika
19 Sirtuin 6 as a therapeutic target: opportunities for drug discovery through modulation
A. A. D. C. D. Adikari and S. S. Uthumange
20 Emerging biomarkers for early detection of chronic kidney disease of unknown
etiology (CKDu): a mini review
E.M.T.P. Ekanayaka and D. Dahanayake
21 Astaxanthin loaded smart programmable multi-stimuli responsive nanocarriers
for colorectal cancer therapy
V.D. Hary and N. P. Katuwavila
22 Exploring the preference and intention of Sri Lankan agricultural undergraduates
to become future agripreneurs: a study among agricultural undergraduates in state
Universities of Sri Lanka
K.W.R. Himara, U.B.E. Sasanka and R.P. Mahaliyanaarachchi
23 Climate change and heat-related illnesses among the older adults: a systematic review
of vulnerability and adaptive strategies
J.M.S.I. Madhushara and A.C.M. Jagoda
24 A unified management system for enhancing collaboration in transnational education
D.V.T. Wijesiriwardana and G. Perera
25 Performance and stability comparison of PVA-based and PTFE-enhanced carbon
nanomaterial coated nickel electrodes for HHO generators
M.B.D.K. Siriwardena, A.R. Nihmiya, U.S.P.R. Arachchige and G. Samarakoon
26 Hybrid neural network models for predicting S&P 500 Index closing prices: a deep
learning approach for the New York stock exchange
T. A. H. Dilpriya, G. J. Lanel, M. T. M. Perera and B. V. N. C. Vidanage
27 Tea price trend analysis and forecasting in Sri Lanka: a time series approach
K. B. A. Pasandul, R. V. Pathirana, S. S. Chandrasinghe, H. A. B. S. Mahanama and
G. Perera
28 Colanic acid: structure, biosynthesis, and emerging biotechnological applications
I. Anjanee and D. Pathiraja
29 A novel penalty function for the trade-off between cost and reliability optimization of
standalone solar PV/battery system
M. G. S. H. Sewmini and M. P. I. G. Wijedasa
30 Genetic predictors of cholinesterase inhibitor toxicity
R. B. C. Dehara and Y. M. U. Yapa Bandara
31 Plant-derived non-coding RNAs as therapeutic agents targeting mutated genes in
cervical cancer
K.K.I.D. Munasinghe and U.Y. Bandara
32 Impact of materials and textures in visual merchandising on customer behavior in
Sri Lankan clothing retail
D.G.P. Maheshakya, S.D. Wijesinghe and T.S. Reza
33 Cobalt-impregnated cellulose composites: synthesis, characterization, and preliminary
evaluation for humidity sensing
H.T. Senadheera and T.M.M. Marso
34 Metagenomics of the gut microbiome: implications for personalized medicine
H. K. Wettasinghe and W. A. A. Ishara
35 Impact of customer perceived value on purchase intention in omni-channel
fashion context; the role of attitude and customer purchase experience
N.D.Z. Abeysekera, D. Weerasekera and A.P. Silva
36 Butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea L.): a review on extraction methods and
applications as cosmetic products
R.M.S. Rathnayake and Induni W. Siriwardane
37 Impact of natural and synthetic sweeteners on yogurt’s fermentation profile and probiotic
viability in dairy-based and plant-based yogurt analogs: a review
H. M. S. S. Herath and W. A. A. Ishara
38 Evaluating the antibacterial activity of Pontederia crassipes, an invasive alien plant,
against multidrug-resistant bacteria using In-vitro and In-silico techniques:
a comprehensive review
D. R. Karunaratne, S. M. Ranasinghe, N. S. Ranasinghe, A. S. O. Thilakarathne and
A. Jayakody
39 The role of bovine α-Casein variants in its derivative bioactive peptides and
human health
H.P.C.V. Pathirana and M.S.K. Rabindrakumar
40 Antimicrobial stewardship beyond healthcare: a review on public and community based
interventions
K. Vaishnavi and D. R. Karunaratne
41 Enhancing grid stability and flexibility through multi-functional battery energy
storage system control strategies
K.G.C. Perera, B. Samarasekara and S. M. Jayawickrama
42 Enhancing blade durability in textile cutting through parametric geometry and pneumatic
mechanisms
N. K. S. C. Dulnath, W. C. Nirmal and M. G. C. H. L. Gunarathna

Biography

Bhagya Deepachandi

Rasika Ranaweera