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  • COVID 19 vaccine trials: Where are we? 
    Fernando, Narmada (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2020-09)
    Coronavirus-induced disease 2019 (COVID 19) was first reported in Wuhan, China in December 2019 and subsequently spread worldwide. SARS-CoV2 virus is a single stranded RNA virus which is the etiological agent of this ...
  • Biotoxins: Invisible threat to mankind 
    Perera, K. Sarath. D.; Malawalaarachchi, Ovini .N (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2020-09)
    Biotoxins or germ weapons are infectious (disease- producing) agents such as bacteria, viruses, rickettsiae, fungi, or other biological agents – that may be utilized as weapons against humans, animals, or plants. ...
  • Water – The Life Saver 
    Perera, K. Sarath. D.; Malawalaarachchi, Ovini N. (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2020-09)
    Water is a truly amazing resource on Earth that nature offers us absolutely free of charge, and it is ranked second only to oxygen as being essential for life. More than 70% of the Earth’s surface is covered with ...
  • The Biochemistry and Cell Biology Behind Developing Vaccines Against SARS-CoV2 Virus 
    Samarakkody, Ann Sanoji (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    The beta-Corona virus SARS-CoV-2 has caused a pandemic outbreak that has lasted for over a year and it still continues its impact in a global scale. The devastating loss of lives and livelihoods has caused socio-econo ...
  • Education – Then and Now, Classical vs Modern 
    Hanifa, M.R.M (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    I am grateful for the opportunity of having to deliver the oration on the occasion of the commemoration ceremony to mark the 6 th Death anniversary of our beloved Emeritus Professor JNO Fernando, JNO for all us. It is ...
  • Ajith Perera: Chemist, Cricketer, Disability Rights Activist In Memoriam 
    Guneratne, Ranil.D (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    On October 29, 2020, Ajith C.S. Perera, a well known activist for the rights of disabled people in Sri Lanka, passed away at the age of 64. He eventually lost a brave but uphill battle against kidney failure, diabetes, ...
  • Chemistry Towards the Enhancement of Economic Growth & Development 
    Bataduwa Arachchi, Deepal .L (2021-04)
    Economic growth, one of the major macro-economic goals, is determined by many factors and among them; the importance of technological advancement is too well known and well documented. Importantly, science and technology ...
  • In Silico Study of potential drug leads for inhibition of angioensin converting enzyme using Sri Lankan Natural Products 
    Abdulla, Sara Mariyam (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    Almost fifty percent of the active ingredients present in modern medicine is derived from natural products. Natural products were widely used in the past for drug discovery before high-throughput screening and genomic ...
  • Semiochemical approach to control Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer-Leucinodes orbonalis Guenee:A novel approach to global insect pest management 
    Nusra, Fathima (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    Modern day, there are so many challenges for the farmers in agriculture including both biotic and abiotic stressors such as climate change, diseases and pest control.
  • Tyre Industry – Current Status and Future Opportunities 
    Narangoda, Hema (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    The global rubber products industry includes over 50,000 products that serve different consumer needs in diverse applications. The automotive sector, which comprises of tyres, tubes, and automotive rubber components, ...
  • Unraveling the bioactivity of peptide-based nano systems in tumourgenesis 
    Amarasekara, Yasuri (2021-04)
    Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are known as natural antibiotics produced by animals, plants, and bacteria. Even though AMPs have been identified as the most promising alternative to conventional molecules used against ...
  • Chemical Aspect of Cannabis 
    Kalutharage, Nishantha .K (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    Cannabis spp. contains a highly complex mixture of compounds, and up to 568 unique molecules are identified in the cannabis. 5 Among these compounds, Δ 9 - tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ 9 -THC), cannabinol (CBN), and cannabinodiol ...
  • Coconut Oil in A Nutshell: How BCC Lanka Limited preserves the Lankan touch in edible coconut oil products 
    Wickramasinghe, Jayantha (2021-04)
    Our products are mainly centered on edible oil, soap, detergents and disinfectant. The types of edible oil products that we manufacture are white coconut oil and RBD coconut oil.
  • Exploiting Mineral Resources for Economic Prosperity 
    Illeperuma, Oliver .A (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    Sri Lanka has an abundance of high-quality mineral deposits which have not been efficiently utilized for economic development of the country.
  • Spices, Chemistry & Sri Lankan Economic development 
    Dayananda, Ranjith (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    Historical anecdotes about Sri Lankan spices have always been highlighted in all printed and electronic media. However apart from Ceylon Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylinicum) and pepper (Piper nigrum), and other spices ...
  • Chemistry Towards the Enhancement of Economic Growth & Development 
    Bataduwa Arachchi .Deepal L (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    Economic growth, one of the major macro-economic goals, is determined by many factors and among them; the importance of technological advancement is too well known and well documented.
  • Uplifting “Ceylon Tea” with Chemistry 
    Dahanayake, Damayanthi (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    “Ceylon tea” is a globally reputed unique brand that has stayed true to its value and promise on pure quality, throughout decades. It is known for its high levels of catechins, and unmatched taste with specific aroma.
  • Chemical Constituents of Murunga Tree 
    Perera, K. Sarath. D.; Theeshya Dulmini, A. D. (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    It is obvious to introduce Moringa oleifera (MO) or “Murunga” as the “miracle tree”, since every part of it has a prodigious medicinal value. Moringa is a genus of medicinal plants that consists of 13 species. ...
  • Aflatoxins 
    Perera, K. Sarath. D.; Theeshya Dulmini, A. D. (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2021-04)
    Nowadays, “Aflatoxin and Coconut oil” has become a provocative topic in Sri Lanka. However, aflatoxins (AFs) were first discovered in England, around 1960s, after the outbreak of turkey X disease. In 2012, the International ...
  • Biochar-based water treatmenta Sustainable Technology for Clean Water in Developing Countries 
    Mohan, Dinesh (Institute of Chemistry, 2021-06)
    The 17 Goals were adopted by all UN Member States in 2015, as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development which set out a 15-year plan to achieve the Goals. Action is needed on a number of fronts, including harnessing ...

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