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Effect of pH, Enzymes and Bacteria Culture on Virgin Coconut Oil Yield from Coconut Milk

Jayasinghe, A.D.S.R.; Hewapathirana, H.P.D.T.; Sajiwanie, J.W.A. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) has excellent investment potential and is becoming more and more popular among the community. The present investigation deals with 18 treatments for coconut milk to find out the combination effect ...
Development of Cake from Composite Blends of Wheat (Titricum aestivum) and Purple Yam (Dioscorea alata) Flour

Piumali, D.M.J.; Kananke, T.C. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

This study investigates the potentiality of incorporating purple yam flour as a wheat flour substitute to formulate cake with the objectives of encouraging the use of underutilized purple yam, reducing the dependency on ...
Effect of Milling and Particle Size on Development of Bread from Cassava (Manihot esculenta) Flour Combined with Wheat Flour

Rajapaksha, R.S.; Hettige, K.D.T.; Sajiwanie, J.W.A. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Bread is made mainly using wheat, substituting cassava for wheat is challenging due to lack of a gluten network. Further the reduction of particle size affects the physicochemical properties of flour, providing specific ...
Quality Characteristics of Cakes Produced from Composite Blends of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) and ‘Dhawala’ Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas) Cultivar Flour

Wijenayake, J.M.U.S.; Senevirathne, W.S.M. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Wheat flour (WF) is the main ingredient of bakery items like cakes. Wheat is not grown in Sri Lanka and imported spending a huge number of foreign revenues. Local cultivars of sweet potatoes are not utilized to obtain ...
Comparison of Three Drying Methods for a Production of Wood Apple (Limonia acidissima L.) Drink Powder

Idamegedara, I.K.G.D.M.; Senevirathne, W.S.M.; Senaratne, S.M.A.C.U. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

The present study was conducted to develop and compare the properties of wood apple drink powder prepared from wood apple pulp dried using different drying methods such as dehydration (65◦C for 5 hrs), spray drying (inlet ...
Formulation and Quality Evaluation of Canistel Fruit (Pouteria campechiana) Pulp Incorporated Ice-Cream

Kumara, J.P.K.D.; Kananke, T.C. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Ice-cream is a sweetened frozen food that is frequently consumed as a snack or dessert. In this research, ice-cream was produced using canistel fruit, an inexpensive, locally available seasonal fruit. Many people do not ...
Development of Kohila (Lasia spinose) Rhizome Powder and Arecanut (Areca catechu L.) Husk Fiber Based Biodegradable Packaging Material

Pathirana, P.R.H.; Senevirathne, W.S.M. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

The packaging is a vital factor in the food industry. The plastic packaging dominates the food industry which adversely affects the biodiversity of the environment. Therefore, the aim of the current study was to develop ...
Optimization of the Extraction of Thebu (Costus speciosus) Leaves

Tharindu, E.D.P.; Senevirathne, W.S.M. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Thebu (Costus speciosus) leaves show various biological activities such as anti-diabetic, anti-oxidant, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic activities. These activities are provided by the bioactive compounds ...
Comprehensive Analysis of Physicochemical and Functional Properties of Banana Peel Powder from Four Commonly Available Banana Varieties (Musa spp.) in Sri Lanka

Bandara, K.P.H.M.; Somawathie, K.M. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Banana (Musa spp.) is the most widely cultivated and consumed fruit in Sri Lanka. Due to the postharvest losses and industrial usage, a large amount of banana peel is generated as a byproduct. Peels from four varieties ...
Food Applications, Sensory Analysis, and Quality Characterization of Edible Food Wrap Developed from Coconut Protein Isolate

Kodagoda, K.G.N.N.; Kananke, T.C.; Pathirana, D.T. Hewa (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Edible food wraps are popular nowadays as they are environmentally friendly and supply additional nutritional benefits to the consumers’ diets. This study investigated the potential of developing an edible food wrap from ...
Utilization of Palmyrah (Borassus flabellifer ) Tuber Flour as an Ingredient in Development of Instant Vegetable Soup Cube

Pranavapriyan, G.; Thuraisingam, S.; Senevirathne, W.S.M. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

The present study was carried out to add value to palmyrah (Borrasus flabellifer L.) tuber flour. Among the six different treatments, 3 hrs boiled water soaking treatment was selected for debittering. Then, the optimum ...
Formulation of Instant Flavored Beverage Powder from Milk of Virgin Coconut Oil Residue

Adhikari, A.M.K.P.; Sajiwanie, J.W.A.; Hewa Pathirana, H.P.D.T. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

The white residue or meal that remains after the extraction of virgin coconut oil is known as virgin coconut oil (VCO) residue. The study focuses on value addition for VCO residue by formulation of an instant flavored ...
Changes in Beverage Consumption Habits During Covid-19 Pandemic; A Case Study of Sri Lanka

Dasanayake, D.M.S.M.; Perera, D.P.E; Asfaq, M.S.M.; Sajiwanie, J.W.A.; Weerarathne, N.C. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

COVID-19 caused dynamic changes in individuals’ lifestyles. This study investigates the changes in beverage consumption among Sri Lankans, during the COVID-19 first lockdown period. An anonymous online questionnaire was ...
Development of Gluten Free Dessert Pizza Dough Utilizing Sweet Potato Flour and White Rice Flour

Kumara, W.A.P.; Sajiwanie, J.W.A. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Gluten protein plays a major role in baked goods. Celiac disease (CD) is a systemic condition mediated by the immune system. This study focused on developing gluten-free pizza dough targeting for people with celiac ...
DEffect of Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) Flour on the Characteristics of Developed Cookies

Madhubhashani, D.K.I.; Thennakoon, T.A.K.A.; Sajiwanie, J.W.A. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Consumption of wheat flour-based products has raised several concerns due to its contribution to several non-communicable diseases. This study assessed the effect of replacing wheat flour with arrowroot flour on the ...
Quantification of Industrial Carbon Footprint and Introducing a GHG Reduction Plan for a Textile Industry in Sri Lanka

Eswaththa, E.S.M.; Lekamge, L.D.; Wijesekara, S.S.R.M.D.H.R.; Siriwardena, L. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

The garment sector is the largest industrial polluter in the world, responsible for around 10% of the worldwide carbon footprint. This study shows how the carbon footprint can be calculated and GHGs reduction techniques ...
Application of a Constructed Floating Wetland for Treatment of Wastewater: A Case Study in Horana Export Processing Zone in Sri Lanka

Kavindi, G.M.; Gunatilake, S.K.; Wijesekara, S.S.R.M.D.H.R.; Shyamal, N.P.N. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Constructed floating wetland (CFW) has been a popular phytoremediation based water treatment method for water purification purposes since the turn of the century. Natural macrophytes form floating hydroponic mats on the ...
Pollution Assessment on E-Waste Contaminated Soil in Sri Lanka

Kasthurirathna, K.A.M.V.; Wijesekara, S.S.R.M.D.H.R; Gunatilake, S.K.; Hapuarachchi, H.A.C.S.; Lenaduwa, S.K. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

E-waste is a generic term for numerous types of obsolete electrical and electronic equipment that have been carelessly dumped. Along with technological development, e-waste has become an emerging environmental problem ...
The Impact of Flood Hazard on Small and Medium Entrepreneurs in the Ratnapura Divisional Secretariat Division, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka

Saundhararajah, A.; Ranaweera, L.V.; Wanniarachchi, D.N.S.; Hapuarachchi, H.A.C.S. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

The direct and indirect impacts of natural hazards are affecting trade activities and their stability all over the world. Small and medium-sized entrepreneurs (SMEs) are affected comparatively higher than large scaled ...
Synthesis of Manganese Dioxide/Reduced Graphene Oxide Nanocomposite for Oxidative Degradation of Methylene Blue

Silva, T.D.; Wijesekara, S.S.R.M.D.H.R; Gunatilake, S.K.; Dassanayake, R.; Manatunge, D. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

Dyes are serious environmental contaminants having negative effects on human health. Due to the tenacity and resilience of dyes to natural degradation, the careless dumping of wastewater containing azo dyes has turned ...

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