• Understanding the interaction between selected microplastics and the toxic dye "Congo red" in water 

  Kannan, N.; Yanushiya, J.; Shri Lasha, R.; Bandala, E.R. (Elsevier, 2025)

  This study thoroughly investigated the adsorption of Congo Red (CR) dye onto various microplastics (MPs), including high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), low-density polyethylene (LDPE), poly propylene ...
• Two - Stage Catalytic Activation of Coconut Shell Biochar for Effective Malachite Green Removal from Water 

  Bavithira, T.; Kannan, N.; Karunarathna, A.K. (University of Peradeniya, 2025)

  This study investigates scientific insights into the adsorption mechanism of novel engineered biochar derived from coconut shells via catalytic conversion with FeCl3 for Malachite Green removal. This is a unique research ...
• Analysis of oxidative stability and fatty acids profile of coconut oil and flaxseed oil blends 

  Nivetha, R.; Simmaky, S.; Sivakanthan, S. (The Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), 2024)

  This study aimed to analyze the oxidative stability of flaxseed oil and coconut oil blends. Coconut oil: flaxseed oil was mixed at different ratios on weight basis (95:5, 90:10, 85:15, 80:20, and 75:25). The oxidative ...
• Challenges and Opportunities of Smallholder Upland Agricultural Systems Amidst Climate Risks in Tropical Asia The Case of Northern Sri Lanka 

  Eeswaran, R.; De Costa, J.; De Costa, D.; Dandeniya, W.S. (Sage, 2024)

  Upland’s annual cropping systems are an important livelihood activity in tropical countries like Sri Lanka. This study employs a case study approach, integrating a questionnaire survey, focus group discussions and ...
• Multi-criteria assessment of climate smartness in rice-based cropping systems 

  Kumar Mohapatra, K.; Nayak, A.; Patra, R.; Tripathi, R.; Swain, C.; Mishraa, P.; Satapathy, M.; Eeswaran, R.; Garnaik, S. (Elsevier, 2025)

  Rice is one of the major staple food grains in the world and because of its higher water requirement, rice production is heavily threatened by climate change and extremes. As global warming and climate variabilities ...
• Enhancing crop yield prediction in Senegal using advanced machine learning techniques and synthetic data 

  Razavi, M.A.; Pouyan Nejadhashemi, A.; Majidi, B.; Razavi, H.S.; Kpodo, J.; Eeswaran, R.; Ciampitti, I.; Vara Prasad, P.V. (Elsevier, 2024)

  In this study, we employ advanced data-driven techniques to investigate the complex relationships between the yields of five major crops and various geographical and spatiotemporal features in Senegal. We analyze how these ...
• Investigation of drying kinetics, nutrient profle, physicochemical and functional properties of purple yam (Dioscorea alata) under diferent drying conditions 

  Uthayakumaran, T.; Vaishnavy, P.; Kannan, N.; Vasantharuba, S. (Springer, 2024)

  In the present investigation, fresh purple yam slices were blanched in hot water (80 °C) for 8–10 min, followed by drying under a cabinet dryer at 45, 55 and 65 °C, and open sunlight. This research aimed at comparing the ...
• Development of Pentadesma Butyracea (African Butternut) fruit sanuce and determination of Antioxidant activities 

  Wasala, W.M.D.D.; Binduhewa, A.M.C.U.; Weerasooriya, C.J.; Liyanaarachchi, G.D.; Vasantharuba, S.; Kathirgamanathar, S. (Institute of Food Science and Technology, 2024)

  Pentadesma butyracea is an oil yielding plant named as an African butternut tree. It is growingin Hunuwala Estate and National Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. The seeds and fruits are highly nutritious and due ...
• Development of instant pudding mix using Pentadesma butyracea (African Butternut) seed acke and evaluation of bioactivity and shelf life 

  Nishadhi, R.R.; Binduhewa, A.M.C.U.; Samarasinghe, U.K.A.; Liyanaarachchi, G.D.; Vasantharuba, S.; Kathirgamanathar, S. (Institute of Food Science and Technology, 2024)

  The African butternut tree, Pentadesma butyracea, is growing in National Botanical Garden inPeradeniya, Sri Lanka, produces edible fruits. The seeds are used to extract butter (30-50 %)and the remaining seed cake is not ...
• Molecular characterization of root-lesion nematode, Pratylenchus species, and their prevalence in New Zealand maize fields 

  Thiruchchelvan, N.; Kularathna, M.; Moukarzel, R.; Casonato, S.; Condron, L.M. (Oxford University Press on behalf of Applied Microbiology International, 2024)

  Root-lesion nematodes (Pratylenchus spp.) are significant plant parasites, causing substantial crop damage worldwide. This study aimed to characterize Pratylenchus spp. in New Zealand maize fields using molecular techniques ...
• A global overview and the fundamentals of sustainable agriculture 

  Pakeerathan, K. (Academic Press, (ScienceDirect), 2024)

  Sustainable agriculture (SA) is an approach to farming that aims to meet the current and future needs of the growing global population while minimizing negative environmental impacts. It encompasses various practices and ...
• Prevalence and abundance of plant-parasitic nematodes in New Zealand maize fields: effects of territory, soil orders, crop stage, and sampling time 

  Thiruchchelvan, N.; Kularathna, M.; Moukarzel, R.; Casonato, S.; Condron, L.M. (Tylor and Francis, 2024)

  Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) are significant agricultural pests that can reduce maize yields. This study examines the prevalence, abundance, and diversity of PPNs in New Zealand maize fields, focusing on the effects ...
• Prevalence and abundance of plant-parasitic nematodes associated with corn (Zea mays L.) in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka 

  Thiruchchelvan, N.; Casonato, S.; Mikunthan, G.; Condron, L.; Moukarzel, R.; Kularathna, M. (National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka, 2024)

  The prevalence and abundance of plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) associated with corn (Zea mays; Poaceae) in the Anuradhapura district of Sri Lanka are poorly understood. This study investigated the occurrence and population ...
• Influence of cultivar selection on blast and brown spot diseases in rice: Molecular screening of blast resistance genes 

  Suvanthini, T.; Weerasena, O.V.D.S.J.; Kottearachchi, N.S.; Fernando, H.N.S.; Silva, J. N. (National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka, 2024)

  The prevalence of blast and brown spot diseases in rice is a substantial threat to national food security. This study investigated the distribution patterns of blast and brown spot, comparing their occurrence and distribution ...
• Exploration of Blast Resistant Genes and their Allelic Determinant in Sri Lankan Rice Varieties using their Domain Structures for Utilization in Breeding 

  Wijesinghe, T.; Suvanthini, T.; Kottearachchi, N.S. (Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2024)

  Numerous rice blast resistance (R) genes have been identified, and a comprehensive understanding of their underlying mechanisms was deemed essential. Therefore, three major genes (Pb1, Pi21, and Pita) associated with rice ...
• A simplified laboratory approach for isolating M. oryzae spores from rice samples infected with multiple pathogens 

  Suvanthini, T.; Fernando, H.N.S.; Silva, J.N.; Kottearachchi, N.S.; Weerasena, O.V.D.S.J. (ELSEVIER, 2024)

  A method for separating M. oryzae from rice samples infected with multiple pathogens using basic laboratory equipment is described. We conducted a series of experiments to obtain a single spore of M. oryzae. This method ...
• Ecotourism in Chundikulam and other potential areas: A drive for reconciliation in the Northern Sri Lanka 

  Gajapathy, K.; Suvanthini, T.; Arthiyan, S. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Northern Province, a region that was in the dark for decades due to conflict and socio-economic challenges (Uyangoda, 2010), is slowly emerging as a key player in the country's tourism sector. The rich biodiversity, unique ...
• Proximally sensed RGB images and colour indices for distinguishing rice blast and brown spot diseases by k-means clustering: Towards a mobile application solution 

  Suvanthini, T.; Salgadoe, A.S.A.; Kottearachchi, N.S.; Weerasena, O.V.D.S.J. (ELSEVIER, 2024)

  Rice blast (RB) and Brown spot (BS) are economically important diseases in rice that cause greater yield losses annually. Both share the same host and produce quite similar lesions, which leads to confusion in identification ...
• Investigation of drying kinetics, nutrient profile, physicochemical and functional properties of purple yam (Dioscorea alata) under different drying conditions 

  Uthayakumaran, T.; Pushparaja, V.; Kannan, N.; Vasantharuba, S. (Springer, 2024)

  In the present investigation, fresh purple yam slices were blanched in hot water (80 °C) for 8–10 min, followed by drying under a cabinet dryer at 45, 55 and 65 °C, and open sunlight. This research aimed at comparing the ...
• Comparative examination of leaching kinetics of soluble solids and effluent characteristics in different soaking processes of paddy parboiling 

  Lakmali, I.; Jeganathan, Y.; Kannan, N. (IWA Publishing, 2024)

  Paddy was soaked with 30% moisture, and hot water soaking (35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60 °C) was compared to cold soaking (CS) and submerged aerated soaking (SAS) in terms of the parameters of the paddy grain and the effluent. ...

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