2023 IRC Abstracts: Recent submissions
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Knowledge and Attitude of Pregnant Mothers toward Cesarean Section in Rural Community in Pallepola Division, Matale, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Cesarean Section (CS) is a common surgical procedure used in childbirth when vaginal delivery poses risks to the mother or baby. The knowledge and attitudes of pregnant mothers towards CS play a crucial role in determining ... -
Sedentary Behavior and Social Loneliness in Before, During and After the Lockdown Periods in COVID-19 Pandemic among Physiotherapy Undergraduate Students in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)The COVID-19 pandemic had become a major global threat in whole over the world. To control the rapid infection, the country was lockdown. The aim of this study was to assess the level of sedentary behavior and social ... -
Comparison of Health related Physical Fitness Components in Young Male Rugby and Soccer Players in Kotelawala Defence University
(2023-09)Physical fitness plays a major role in determining the player’s athletic performance, especially in the games of rugby and soccer. It is essential for implementing specify coaching, strength and conditioning programs for ... -
The Impact of Biological and Chemical Warfare on Human Security: A Humanitarian Law Perspective
(2023-09)The industrial revolution, scienti c inventions and technology has made tasks more convenient and e cient. Nonetheless, it has opened avenues for modernized, sophisticated security threats. Developments related to ... -
Relationship between Physical Activity and Falls in Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
(2023-09)Physical inactivity (PA) is a modifiable risk factor for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). Falls is a major concern for older adults with T2DM. This study aimed to identify the association between PA and falls in older ... -
Marine Environmental Pollution: A Case Study on the Indian Ocean Region
(2023-09)The Indian Ocean is the world’s third largest ocean, covering around 20 percent of the earth’s water surface. It extends northward to South Asia, westward to Africa and Arabia, eastward to Southeast Asia and Australia, ... -
An Assessment on Security Challenges Posed by Muslim and Sinhala Buddhist in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)This study was conducted with the aim of addressing the dearth of comprehensive research on the internal and external factors driving violent extremism in Muslim enclaves in majority Sinhala Buddhists regions of the ... -
Prevalence of Neck Pain among Military Clerks in the Directorate of Pay and Record and Directorate of Benevolent Fund in Army Camp, Panagoda
(2023-09)Neck pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions among diferent occupations specially in occupations which requires the use of a computer. Military clerks are reported to experience neck pains at a higher ... -
National Security Policy 2030: Internal and External Challenges
(2023-09)Sri Lanka has been gaining a lot more attention from the great powers USA, China, and India due to its geopolitical location. It has been caught in the power rivalry of the Indian Odean Region (IOR). Therefore, it is ... -
The Relationship between the Anthropometric Indices and Hypertension in Elderly Population at Elderly Homes in the Medical O cer of Health Area of Piliyandala in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)In Sri Lanka, the prevalence of hypertension has increased with age in adults. Obesity can be explained by di erent anthropometric indices. The objective of the study was to investigate the relationship between anthropometric ... -
Assessment of Learner Satisfaction of BSc Physiotherapy Undergraduates of a Selected University in Colombo, Sri Lanka regarding Onsite and Online Learning Experience during the COVID-19 Pandemic
(2023-09)Physiotherapy is a health care profession that is concerned with the function and movement of the human body to maximize physical potential. Mode of delivery of the BSc physiotherapy program has shifted from onsite to ... -
Impact of Kalinga Maga Invasion in Sri Lanka History
(2023-09)This article analyzes the political situation after the Kalinga Magha invasion, focusing on the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa, which became a nal city in AD 1017. The 38th dynasty of King Mihindu V attacked Sri Lanka, taking ... -
Understanding the Geopolitical Rivalry between India and China in South Asia: Implications for Regional Stability and Power Dynamics
(2023-09)The geopolitical rivalry between India and China in South Asia has signi cant implications for regional stability and power dynamics. Unwanted pressure and the struggle for power has been directly involving with regional ... -
Maritime Choke Points and its Impact on Global Economy A Comprehensive Analysis
(2023-09)The global energy transportation system is vulnerable to interruption at critical marine choke points such as the Malacca and Singapore Straits, Bab Al-Mandab, the Suez Canal, the Turkish Straits, and the Strait of Hormuz. ... -
Association between Physical Activity and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living in Elderly People with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
(2023-09)Elderly people with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) are rapidly growing, with significant impact on both Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL). Physical Activity (PA) plays ... -
Geographic Information System Mechanism for the Terrain Overlay of the Intelligence Preparation of Battle eld Process
(2023-09)Geographic Information Systems (GIS) could be identi ed as a leading geospatial analysis system which able to apply for multiple purposes. Spatial Information analysing for the military applications by using GIS technology ... -
Post Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam Threat in Sri Lanka; Change in Modus Operandi
(2023-09)This paper discusses the ongoing threat posed by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and its supporters, following its defeat in Sri Lanka’s civil war in 2009. The paper explores the LTTE’s new tactics, including ... -
Potential Expansion of Sri Lanka’s Ports to Optimize Advantages from Global Supply Chain
(2023-09)Sri Lanka is located strategically at a historic east-west shipping passageway. Since historic times, the Sri Lankan ports acted as transits for cargo travelling across the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean. The ... -
Formulation, Characterization, and Evaluation of the Antibacterial Activity of a Polyherbal Hand Sanitizer Gel
(2023-09)Hand sanitizer is a popular method to maintain hand hygiene. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers have drawbacks such as skin irritation, dryness, and harshness. Thus, this study was aimed to formulate a novel antibacterial ...