This document provides a summary of new additions to the National Repository of Science & Technology Literature in Sri Lanka for October 2013. It lists over 20 new publications across various subject areas including agriculture, biochemistry, biological sciences, economics, engineering, environmental sciences, food science, geology, health and medical sciences, and physics. All items are available at the NSLRC and copies can be requested by contacting info@nsf.ac.lk.

1. New Additions to the National Repository of Science & Technology Literature
October 2013
Agriculture Energy Geology & Earth Sciences
Biochemistry Engineering & Technology Health & Medical Sciences
Biological Sciences Environmental Sciences Physics
Biotechnology Food Science & Technology
Economics Geographic Information Systems
All items are available at NSLRC and copies can be supplied on request.
Pl. forward your request to: info@nsf.ac.lk
Agriculture
Aratchige, N.S. (Crop Protection Division, Coconut Research Institute, Bandirippuwa Estate, Lunuwila)
Intergrated pest management in coconut based agroforestry systems In:Increasing Coconut Land Productivity
through Agroforestry Interventions : Proceedings of a Symposium held at the Coconut Research Institute of Sri
Lanka on 15th March 2011, p.57-65
Chathurangani, M.D. (Department of Plantation Management, Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management,
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Makandura, Gonawila(NWP)); Wijebandara, D.M.D.I.; Tennakoon, N.A.;
Weerakkody, W.J.S.K.
Effect of organic manure and inorganic fertilizer on micronutrient status of coconut lands In:Proceedings of 10th
Agricultural Research Symposium, 12th - 13th August 2010, Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management,
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Makandura, p.175-179
Gamage, D.M. (Department of Agriculture Economics and Extension, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna,
Kamburupitiya); De Zoysa, M.; Samarappuli, L.
Production constraints of export floriculture industry in Sri Lanka In:Proceedings of the International
Symposium on Agriculture and Environment 2012 : Student Session, 15th March 2013, Faculty of Agriculture,
University of Ruhuna, Kamburupitiya, p.42-45
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2. Loganathan, P. (Department of Bio Science, Vavuniya Campus, University of Jaffna, Jaffna)
Influence of the combined use of green manure and inorganic nitrogen on nitrate leaching and the productivity of
small onion - Journal of the Soil Science Society of Sri Lanka V23 : 1-5 (2011)
Manawadu, I.P. (Department of Agriculture Biology, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Kamburupitiya );
Mohotti, K. ; Senanayake, P.; Kumara, K.L.W.
Wood rot associated fungal species in low-country live-wood termite (Glyptotermes dilatatus) infestation in
susceptible (TRI 4042) and tolerant (TRI 3055) tea cultivars In:Proceedings of the International Symposium on
Agriculture and Environment 2012 : Student Session, 15th March 2013, Faculty of Agriculture, University of
Ruhuna, Kamburupitiya, p.32-36
Premanandarajah, P. (Eastern University, Chenkaladi, Sri Lanka); Rajarajan, A.
Tracer studies on phosphorus availability to groundnut from different sources - Journal of the Soil Science
Society of Sri Lanka V23 : 7-12 (2011)
Premaratne, S. (Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya)
Intergration of livestock in coconut based agroforestry systems In:Increasing Coconut Land Productivity through
Agroforestry Interventions : Proceedings of a Symposium held at the Coconut Research Institute of Sri Lanka on
15th March 2011, p.67-76
Ruwanpura, W.G.H. (Department of Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna,
Kamburupitiya); Jinendra, B.M.
Near infrared spectroscopy:a novel non-destructive tool for rapid detection of artificially ripened mango
(Mangifera indica) In:Proceedings of the International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment 2012 :
Student Session, 15th March 2013, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Kamburupitiya, p.50-53
Agriculture:Irrigation
Jayasena, H.A.H. (Department of Geology, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya)
Socio-technical aspects of water management in Sri Lanka:the past and the present - Ceylon Journal of Science
(Physical Sciences) V16(1) : 19-30 (2012)
Priyadarshanee, M.M.L. (Department of Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya,
Peradeniya); Dayawansa, N.D.K.; De Silva, R.P.
Assessment of irrigation system performance with socio-economic indicators:a GIS-based study in the
Medagama, block of Mahaweli system C - Tropical Agricultural Research V24(3) : 215-227 (2013)
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3. Biochemistry
Amararatne, D.I.M. (Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka);
Weerakkody, W.A.P.; Jayakody, J.A.L.P.
Bioactive properties of fruit juice of pomegranate (Punica granatum) grown in dry regions of Sri Lanka - Tropical
Agricultural Research V23(4) : 370-375 (2012)
Jayaseelan, E.C. (Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, University of Jaffna, Jaffna); Tharmila, S.; Thavaranjit,
A.C.
In vitro evaluation of different aqueous extracts of Senna alata leaves for antibacterial activity - Sri Lanka Journal
of Indigenous Medicine V1(2) : 64-69 (2011)
Samarakoon, S.M.S. (Department of Kayachikitsa, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of
Kelaniya, Yakkala); Herapathdeniya, S.K.M.K.; Chandola, H.M.; Ravishankar, B.
Experimental evaluation of gastroprotective and adaptogenic activity of Amalakayas Rasayana and its vehicle
(ghee and honey) - Sri Lanka Journal of Indigenous Medicine V1(2) : 51-54 (2011)
Biological Sciences
Thayalini, T. (Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya); Thevanesam,
V.; Kathirgamanathar, S.; Gamage, T.M.
Antibacterial activity and preliminary screening of phytochemicals of whole plant of Enicostemma littorale -
Tropical Agricultural Research V24(1) : 99-105 (2012)
Biological Sciences:Biotechnology
Adikari, A.M.S.S. (Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management, Wayamba
University of Sri Lanka, Makandura, Gonawila(NWP)); De Silva, S.N.T.; Attanayake, D.P.S.T.G.
Amplification of alpha amylase gene of Geotrichum candidum for cloning in pGEM-4Z expression vector
In:Proceedings of 10th Agricultural Research Symposium, 12th - 13th August 2010, Faculty of Agriculture and
Plantation Management, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Makandura, p.1-5
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4. Economics
Fernando, M.A.C.S.S. (Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka); Samita, S.;
Abeynayake, R.
Modified factor analysis to construct composite indices:illustration on urbanization index - Tropical Agricultural
Research V23(4) : 327-337 (2012)
Jayawardhana, A.A.K.K. (Department of Agricultural Extension, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya,
Peradeniya); De Silva, S.; Athauda, A.M.T.P.
Business strategy, market orientation and sales growth in hotel industry of ancient cities in Sri Lanka - Tropical
Agricultural Research V24(3) : 228-237 (2013)
Energy
Bandara, K.M.M.G.C.J. (Department of Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna,
Mapalana, Kamburupitiya, Sri Lanka); Wijetunga, S.
Biogas production rate with methane content from market garbage in dry batch biogas system In:Proceedings of
the 8th Academic Sessions, University of Ruhuna, 22nd February 2011, p.42-48
Dharmadasa, I.M. (Faculty of Arts Computing Engineering and Sciences, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield SI IWB,
United Kingdom); Gunaratne, L.
Solar villages for social development and poverty reduction In:Solar Asia - 2011 : Proceedings of the
International Conference on Solar Energy Materials, Solar Cells and Solar Energy Appications, 28-30 July 2011,
Instiitute of Fundamental Studies, Kandy, p.1-9
Engineering &Technology
Dolage, D. A. R. (Department of Civil Engineering, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nugegoda); Gamage, S. P. P.;
Karunasena, T.V.K.I.S.
Treatment of seepage through Vendarasankulum twin reservoir in Eastern Sri Lanka - cost comparison of
alternative techniques - Engineer V 45(3) : 11-20 (2012)
Lekamge, D.A. (Department of Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Hapugala,
Galle. Sri Lanka); Marasinghe, M.M.J.M.B.; Dayarathna, P.W.H.K.T.B.; Dharshana, L.K.; Hettiarachchi, N.K.
Development of domestic water pump to use as a turbine for pico hydro (PAT) In:Proceedings of the 8th
Academic Sessions, University of Ruhuna, 22nd February 2011, p.63-77
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5. Pushpakumara, B.H.J. (Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of
Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka); De Silva, G.H.M.J.S.
Characteristics of masonry blocks manufactured with rice husk ash (RHA) and lime - Engineer V45(3) : 1 -10
(2012)
Wanniarachchi, H.R.P. (Ceylon Electricity Board, Colombo); Wijayapala, W.D.A.S.
Modelling of distribution losses in an urban environment and strategies for distribution loss reduction - Engineer
V 45(3) : 21-32 (2012)
Environmental Sciences
Hapilan, S. (Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universty of Ruhuna,
Hapugala, Galle, Sri Lanka); Abhayawardana, G.P.R.; Kuhathasan, A.; Perera, S.V.A.D.R.R.; Dayanthi, W.K.C.N.
Efficient and effective solid waste management system for Galle Municipality In:Proceedings of the 8th
Academic Sessions, University of Ruhuna, 22nd February 2011, p.95-101
Manukulasooriya, Y.W. (Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management, Wayamba
University of Sri Lanka, Makandura, Gonawila(NWP)); Vivehananthan, K.; Attanayaka, D.P.S.T.G.
Isolation and characterization of bacteria for bioremediation of rubber latex in contaminated effluent
In:Proceedings of 10th Agricultural Research Symposium, 12th - 13th August 2010, Faculty of Agriculture and
Plantation Management, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Makandura, p.25-29
Rathnayake, R.M.W.; Gunawardena, A.D.P.
Estimation of recreational value of Horton Plains National Park in Sri Lanka:decision making strategy for natural
resources management - Journal of Tropical Forestry and Environment V1(1) : 71-86 (2011)
Rupasinghe, M. (Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya)
The gem industry in Sri Lanka and its environmental impacts - Vidurava V30(01) : 3-6 (2013)
Subashi, G.H.M.J. (Dapartment of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna,
Galle, Sri Lanka); Silva, G.H.A.C.; Abesekara, J.J.; nishadi, K.P.A.; Sanjeewa, L.V.D.
Green roof performance towards the cooling of buildings in tropical climate In:Proceedings of the 8th Academic
Sessions, University of Ruhuna, 22nd February 2011, p.78-86
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6. Food Science & Technology
Amarasinghe, W.V.T.D. (Department of Plantation Management, Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management,
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Makandura, Gonawila); Weerakkody, W.J.S.K.; Abeysinghe, D.C.
Antibacterial and antioxidant properties of high grown orthodox-rotorvane selected main tea grades of Sri Lanka
In:Proceedings of 11th Agricultural Research Symposium, 20th- 21st September 2011, Faculty of Agriculture
and Plantation Management, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Makandura, p.332-336
Lakmini, N.K.A. (Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka); Madhujith, T.
Comparison of performance of rapid petrifilm test method and standard test method for enumeration of aerobic
microorganisms, coliforms and E.coli in food - Tropical Agricultural Research V23(4) : 363-369 (2012)
Sugathapala, R.M.N.S. (Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka); Suntharabarathy,
T.V.; Edirisinghe, U.
Salt based dry fish processing and marketing by fishers of Minneriya reservoir in Sri Lanka - Tropical Agricultural
Research V23(4) : 357-362 (2012)
Geographic Information Systems
Kadupitiya, H.K. (Natural Resources Management Centre, Department of Agriculture, Peradeniya)
Geographic information system - Vidurava V29(3) : 24-27 (2013)
Geology & Earth Sciences
Dias, D.P. (Foundation and Water-well Engineering(Pvt.) Ltd, 4th Cross Lane, Jaya Mawatha, Ratmalana);
Dissanayake, C.B.; De Silva, N.R.; Chandrajith, R.; Jayasinghe, U.L.B.; Institute of Fundamental Studies
Preliminary investigations on the hydrocarbon potential of a recently discovered black shale deposit in the North-
East of Sri Lanka - Ceylon Journal of Science (Physical Sciences) V16(1) : 31-36 (2012)
Health & Medical Sciences
Edirisinghe, P.A.S. (Department of Forensic Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya)
Postmortem examinations of deaths in police custody - challenges faced by forensic pathologists in Sri Lanka in
relation to causal factors - Sri Lanka Journal of Forensic Medicine, Science and Law V1(2) : 25-27 (2010)
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7. Goonerathne , I. (Department of Forensic Medicine Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya)
Delivering a forensic expert testimony for the defence:relevance and hesitations and reservations amongst
professionals in Sri Lanka - Sri Lanka Journal of Forensic Medicine, Science and Law V1(2) : 1-4 (2010)
Gunatilake, P.G.L. (Department of Forensic Medicine, Facultyof medicine, Universit of Peradeniya, Peradeniya.);
Gooneratne, I.
Drowning associated diatoms in Sri Lanka - Sri Lanka Journal of Forensic Medicine, Science and Law V1(2) :
23-24 (2010)
Madarasinghe, P. (Food Control Administration Unit, Ministry of Health, Colombo)
Natural mineral water and bottled drinking water - Vidurava V29(3) : 34-39 (2013)
Rathnabharathie, M. (Epidemiology Unit, Colombo)
Waterborne diseases - Vidurava V29(3) : 19-23 (2013)
Sarma, M.S.G. (Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya,
Peradeniya); Wijesinghe, D.G.N.G.; Sivananthawerl, T.
The effects of nutritional status on educational performance of performance of primary school children in the
plantation sector in Nuwara Eliya educational zone - Tropical Agricultural Research V24(3) : 203-214 (2013)
Physics
Siripala, W. (Department of Physics, University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya)
Electrodeposited cuprous oxide for low cost solar energy applications In:Solar Asia - 2011 : Proceedings of the
International Conference on Solar Energy Materials, Solar Cells and Solar Energy Appications, 28-30 July 2011,
Instiitute of Fundamental Studies, Kandy, p.36-43
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