Basic & Applied Sciences
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In silico Study of the Binding Affinities of Acetylcholinesterase and Synthetically Viable Coumarin Analogs
(2018)Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) is a serine hydrolase that is responsible for the hydrolysis of acetylcholine-a neurotransmitter associated with the transmission of nerve impulses. The reversible inhibition of AChE can be ... -
Applicability of Allium cepa Test to Assess the Degree of Phytoremediation of Soil Contaminated with Used Lubricating Oil by Using Crotalaria retusa L.
(2018)Indiscriminate disposal of used lubricating oil (ULO) into the soil has become one of the major environmental issues in most of the cities throughout the world. Phytoremediation is a novel technique with a potential ... -
Spectrophotometric Determination of Nitrite Content in Four Brands of Chicken Sausages
(2018)Nitrites are used as preservatives in processed meat. Although they are beneficial and safe at permitted levels, they can be carcinogenic when used in excess. Large doses of nitrites can also lead to a condition known ... -
Associated Factors for Efficient Development of School Sports System for National Level Sports in Sri Lanka
(2018)Sports have turn out to be a global social phenomenon. Sports can be used as a platform for attaining many social goals and resolving persisting social issues. The development of Sri Lankan sports depends on many factors ... -
Microbial Cellulases: The Potential Application in Dye Removal from Denim
(2018)Cellulases are enzymes that hydrolyze β-1, 4 linkages in cellulose. Their applications in industries such as paper, pulp, textile processing and food are gradually increasing. Especially, textile processing includes ... -
Effectiveness of Plyometric Type Strength Training on Strength and Power Performance of Children under Age of 10 to 12 Years
(2018)The form of exercise with rapid and repeated stretching and contracting of muscles may distinguish as plyometric. Plyometric exercises are often used to improve leg power and strength performance in adult population, ... -
Genetic Diversity of Exon 4 of Kappa Casein (k-CSN 3) Gene in Thamankaduwa White Cattle Compared with Jersey Cross and Friesian Breeds
(2018)White cattle or Thamankaduwa breed is a unique type of local cattle that has been well adapted to local environment. Only few studies have been carried out to characterize White cattle and thus little information is ... -
In vitro Antioxidant, Anti-amylase, Anti-glycation Potentials and Mineral Elements of an Endangered Plant Syzygium caryophyllatum L. Alston (Sinhala: Heendan)
(2018)Syzygium caryophyllatum L. (Family: Myrtacea) Heendan in Sinhala is a red listed plant which is yet to be exploited as a source of functional food. Therefore, in the present study, antioxidant, antiglycation and ... -
Design and Construction of a Low-Cost Raman Microscope for Identification of Chemical Compounds
(2018)The design, construction and operation of a low-cost Raman microscope is presented. The apparatus can be configured to function in both backs cattering and transmission modes with minimal effort. A laser excitation ... -
Optimization of Carbon in Cathodes Made of Na2MnSiO4 to Enhance the Discharge Capacity of Sodium Ion Rechargeable Battery
(2018)In this research we have synthesized Na2MnSiO4 by solid state reaction of Na2CO3, MnCO3 and SiO2 and fabricated a sodium ion rechargeable cell using this material in the cathode. The elemental analysis of the synthesized ... -
Evaluation of Inhibition of Prostaglandin E2 Level by Psychotria sarmetosa Leaves used in Traditional Porridge in Sri Lanka
(2018)Prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) is a mediator associated with physiological and pathological conditions. Although it has various physiological roles at normal level, alterations in PGE2 are associated with pathological conditions ... -
Acute Effect of Strength Resistance Exercises on Heart Rate Variability (Frequency Domain) in Physically Active Men
(2018)Strength resistance exercises is one of the most commonly used training methods by strength and conditioning professionals. Physiological and psychological stress effect for the Autonomic nervous system (ANS), and Heart ... -
Design a Coaching Model to Enhance Track and Field Performance
(2018)Training periodization has long been used by athletes and coaches in an attempt to maximize fitness gains and physical performance. The purpose of this research was to design a coaching model to improve track and field ... -
In vitro Antioxidant Activity and α- Amylase Inhibitory Activity of Methanolic Extract of Sri Lankan Marine Brown Algae Chnoospora minima (Hering 1841)
(2018)Chnoospora minima (Herring) is a brown algae that belongs to Family Scytosiphonaceae. The current study investigated the total phenolic (TP), total flavonoid contents (TFC), antioxidants and anti-amylase activity of ... -
The Extent of Inhibition of Lipid and Protein Oxidation by High Grown Green Tea and Black Tea (BOPF) In vitro
(2018)Tea (Camellia sinensis) is one of the most commonly consumed drinks in the world, which has many health benefits. BOPF graded black, green and white teas are types of processed teas in Sri Lanka. The antioxidants in ... -
Electrochemical Measurements of Composite Films Made from TiO2 and SiO2 Extracted from Rice Husk
(2018)Composite materials have been found in many applications in the recent years where they have been widely used in ceramic and electronic industry. For example, the efficiency of solar cells has been improved by using ... -
Solvent-Free Microwave Extraction of Essential Oil from Bark of Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume
(2018)Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume (Lauraceae), locally known as “Kurundu” is an endemic Cinnamon cultivar to Sri Lanka. Solvent Free Microwave Extraction (SFME) is a green extraction technique presently used to extract essential ... -
Characterization of Banana Pith as Electrolytic Media of a Bio-Battery Using Electrochemical Techniques
(2018)A bio-battery made from the pith of ambun banana variety has been used to characterize its material using Cyclic Voltammetry (CV) and Impedance Spectroscopy (IS) to have an expanded knowledge about reversible behaviour ...
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