Environmental concerns have gained international attention as a result of rising urbanisation and population expansion. One of the main sectors responsible for the devastation of the environment is the construction industry. ...
Open science serves as a catalyst, helping to establish the foundations of a healthy scientific environment. Much like nutrient-rich soil sustains a diverse and thriving forest, open science provides the essential elements ...
The apparel manufacturing industry generates billions of dollars in revenue annually [Figure 1] and employs millions of people. The sector is responsible for producing, designing, and selling apparel and related products. ...
According to United Nations Development Program (2021) nearly 84% of the fastest growing urban areas are facing extreme climate and disaster risks especially in Asia and Africa. In Sri Lanka, it is ranked 63 (out of 171 ...
In the Sri Lankan Agriculture Sector, rural rice cultivation farmers have found the best way of eliminating the highly generating rice straw by direct open field burning due to the high cost of straw collection and management, ...
I am an architect by profession and an academic involved in teaching at the University of Bahrain, a small island in the Arabian Gulf. Originally from Pakistan and living in Bahrain, flying over Sri Lanka for a decade has ...
Bolgoda ecosystem has the largest natural lake and freshwater body in Sri Lanka located on the southwest boundary of Colombo District and covering two-thirds of Kalutara District. It is also listed as “one of the 1001 ...
Disasters, whether natural or man-made, pose a serious threat to the security and well-being of people everywhere. One in every 100 years floods directly damage 23 percent of the world’s population, or 1.81 billion people. ...
Through this Bolgoda Chat, we meet Professor KAMK (Malik) Ranasinghe, another celebrated former Vice Chancellor of the University of Moratuwa. During his tenure as Dean and as Vice Chancellor, Professor Ranasinghe introduced ...
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A groundbreaking international research project called ENSEMBLE is set to explore the intricate relationship between post-pandemic urbanism, built environments, and social cohesion across diverse cities on four continents. ...
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Urban planning necessitates public participation to ensure that every individual’s voice and requirements are heard and considered, thereby promoting inclusive urban development. According to UN-Habitat (2018), public ...
The role of universities can go beyond offering higher educational qualifications, to conduct re-search & development and promoting entrepreneurship. University townships play a vital role in fostering regional development ...
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Sri Lanka is home to the king of spices – Pepper and also Sri Lanka earned its historical moniker as the “Spice Island” due to its geographical advantage, boasting a tropical climate that enhances the flavors of its spices, ...
The global doctor-patient ratio is 17 per 1000 population, however, it is 1.23 per 1000 population in Sri Lanka [1]. As it is far behind the expected numbers, the Sri Lankan public health sector is facing challenges in ...
Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are advanced nuclear reactors with a typical electrical output up to 300 MWe per unit and can produce 7.2 GWh per day, which is about one-third of the capacity of traditional nuclear power ...
The proposed device consists of a system of helical elastic springs bilaterally located on the shank for capturing/storing waste biomechanical energy at the knee, a cable and pulley system to transmit power from and to the ...
In this era, a concept change can be seen in the omnichannel approach. In the Brick & Motors approach, customers are required to visit the retail shop to purchase products and services, while the multi-channel approach ...
A single rock piece or several rock boulders getting detached and displaced from their initial position followed by free falling, sliding, bouncing, rolling, and deposition creates a rockfall incident [1]. Rockfalls are ...
In the intricate dance between form and function that defines the world of
product packaging, the paramount role of safeguarding goods intertwines
with the artistry of capturing consumer attention. Beyond the utilitarian
shield ...
Addressing the intricacies of dental hygiene in the critical 3-5 age range
has presented a persistent challenge, marked by discomfort, taste aversion,
and a general lack of enthusiasm. Acknowledging the formative nature ...