Manchanayake, N. K. T.; Jaufer, Afnan M.; Keerthi, A. A. P.(Institute of chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
Flabelliferins are bioactive compounds found in
palmyrah (Borassus Flabellifer L.). They are reported to
have antiarthritic, antibacterial, anticancer, antidiabetic,
anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antioxidant activities, ...
Weliwegamage, U S K; Fernando, S S A; Perera, G W C S; Kamalapriya, B D H(Institute of chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
The present study explores the effects of various
parameters such as radiation type, pH of the solution,
type of photocatalyst, particle size, initial concentration
of dyes and pesticide precursors, amount of ...
Rajapakse, R.M.G.; Egodawele, M. G. S. A. M. E. W. D. D. K.; Susanthi Jayasinghe, J. M.; Seneviratne, V. N.; Vijayan, Sajith; . Watkins, Davita. L; Gunarathna, H. M. N. P.; Malikaramage, A. U.; Herath, W. H. M. R. N. K.; Wylie, Shane; Abewardana, P. G. P. R.; Bandara, V. M. Y. S. U.; Bowaththa, W. V. N. S.(Institute of chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
D-A type polymers (Donor –Acceptor) are the third
generation of the ECPs (Electronically Conducting
Polymers) and used in optoelectronic devices and bio
imaging techniques. Electropolymerization has become
a convenient ...
Weliwegamage, U. S. K.; Jayasinghe, M. K. S.; Perera, G. W. C. S.(Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
The growing demand for fossil fuels has led to their
depletion, causing higher fuel prices and threatening the
sustainability of industrialized countries.
Ravichandran, Myuraanjali; Jayawardena, Savidya(Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
One of the major issues with water contamination is
related to the wastewater discharged by the textile industry
which releases approximately 20% of the dye produced
worldwide as waste into industrial effluents.
Kumari, P. K. R. S.; Edirisinghe, E. M. R. K. B.(Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
Calotropis gigantea is latex bearing medicinal plant
belonging to the family Apocynaceae. Two forms of C.
gigantea; white-flowered form and purple-flowered form
can be found native to Sri Lanka.
Jagoda, D.; Liyanaarachchi, G.D.; Weeratunge, H.D.; Handunnetti, Shiroma M.; Fernando, Narmada; Samarasekara, J.K.R.R.(Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
Citrus aurantifolia L. is used in traditional systems of
medicine as remedy for stomach ailments, constipation,
headache, arthritis, colds, coughs, sore throats, and
appetite stimulant.
Senapathi, Tharindu; Selvaraj, Saranya; Weerasinghe, Laksiri(Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
Animal trials and in vitro drug screening can improve
drug discovery. However, such pre-clinical screenings
are often costly and time-consuming. Due to this, a
more effective technique is developed using in silico
method ...
Weliwegamage, U. S. K.; Silva, C.K De; Perera, G. W. C. S.(Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
This study focuses on producing biodiesel from waste
cooking oil (WCO) and loose copra oil (LCO). The aim
is to reduce energy consumption by using low-cost raw
materials and energy-saving methods.
Sathya, S. Srirajan; Priyantha, Namal(Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
Mild steel is used in many industrial applications.
However, its tendency toward corrosion has limited its
applications. Consequently, inhibition of corrosion of
mild steel, especially through environmentally friendly
and ...
The present study was focused on developing rapid, costeffective, and straightforward methods for qualitative and
quantitative detection of peanut oil (PO) adulteration
in sesame oil (SO).
Sinthujah, U.; Anulukshy, B.; Prabagar, J.(Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
Usage of synthetic chemical compounds in skin care
products leads to severe health issues and undesirable side
effects. Many plants have been used in the formulation
of various kinds of skincare products.
Weeratunga, H. D.; Weerasinghe, P. D.; Ranasinghe, P.; Mewan, K. M.; Wijesiriwardena, C.; Perera, H. P. D.; Fernando, P.; Samarasinghe, K.; Rajawardena, U.; Gunawardhana, T.; Madage, S.; Lokuge, C. M.(Institue of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume is an indigenous
spice crop to Sri Lanka known as true cinnamon or
Ceylon cinnamon.
Jayakody, J.A.K.S.; Edirisinghe, E.M.R.K.B.; Senevirathne, S. A.; Senarathna, L.(Institue of Chemistry Ceylon, 2023-06)
Fatty acids (FAs) play a substantial role in human
health. Shark liver oil (SLO) is a rich source of FAs
particularly of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids
(PUFAs) including, Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and
Docosahexaenoic ...