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  Applied Sciences, Faculty of (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)
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  Applied Sciences, Faculty of (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)
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  Applied Sciences, Faculty of (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)
• Comparison of Animal-Vehicle Collision Avoidance Systems Using Image Processing Technique 

  Chathuranga, W.A.D.; Malkanthi, A.M.C. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

  Animal-vehicle collision (AVC) is a significant global issue that causes considerable loss of life and property damage. Real-time animal detection using computer vision techniques and machine learning algorithms is ...
• Augmentation Techniques for Personality Type Classification Using Social Media Text 

  Dambawinna, W.R.P.W.M.A.K.B.; Malkanthi, A.M.C. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

  Social media platforms have evolved into a ubiquitous hub for individuals to convey their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, allowing to generate insights into their personalities. However, the available social media ...
• Analysis of the Correlation between University Students’ Academic Performance and Influential Factors 

  Fasheera, M.A.F.; Kudagamage, U.P. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

  University student’s academic standing has an impact from variety of aspects of their daily lives. A range of psychological, social, economic, cultural, behavioral, geographical, and environmental factors influences the ...
• An Investigation of Coconut Shell Extract as an Alternative Coagulating Agent for Natural Rubber Latex 

  Bandara, I.M.U.K.; Jayalal, R.G.U.; Gunatilake, S.K.; Malavipathirana, S.; Siriwardene, S. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

  The rubber industry in Sri Lanka is one of the most important industries, earning a significant amount of foreign earnings. Raw natural rubber processed from coagulation of natural rubber latex is the main raw material ...
• Hydrothermally Synthesized Nanostructured WO3 Thin Films for Electrochromic Devices 

  Egodawaththa, E.G.O.D.; Sarangika, H.N.M.; Perera, V.P.S.; Dharmathilaka, J.A.D.M.; Aponsu, G.M.L.P. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

  The greatest alternative to conventional windows and curtains is an electrochromic smart device with adjustable optical properties. Transition metal oxide plays a major role in electrochromic devices (ECDs). A simple ...
• A Comparative Study of Raw Rubber Properties of Natural Rubber Manufactured from Latex Coagulated using Pineapple Peel Extract and Formic Acid 

  Iresha, D.M.S; Jayalal, R.G.U.; Malavipathirana, S.; Siriwardene, S. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

  Ribbed Smoked Sheet (RSS) rubber accounts for over half of the total local Natural Rubber (NR) in the country. Formic acid is the most commonly used acid as a coagulant in the RSS manufacturing process. In light of the ...
• Fast and Efficient Ethanol Evaporation in DNA Extraction: Development of a Portable Mini Air Flow Cabinet 

  Sugathadasa, M.V.U.M.; Tharindi, P.W.M. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

  Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is an important technique in molecular biological studies, but residual ethanol in DNA samples can interfere with its efficiency and yield. As a result of the inhibitory effect of ethanol ...
• Effect of Wax Coating Combined with Modified Atmosphere Packaging for Shelf-Life Extension of Apple Masan (Ziziphus mauritiana) Fruit 

  Dassanayake, D.M.S.M.; Wijewardane, R.M.N.A.; Senevirathne, W.S.M. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2023-05-31)

  Apple masan (Ziziphus mauritiana) is a perishable fruit and has a relatively short shelf-life of 2-4 days at room temperature. Hence, this study was designed to evaluate the shelf-life extension of the apple masan after ...
• 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 ...

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