BMS | Journal

Journal Of Applied Learning

Volume 2 Issue 2 – July 2024 (full issue)

Microbiological analysis of phenanthrene and naphthalene degrading soil bacteria isolated from landfills and filling stations: Bioremediation approach for a green environment

F. Shahindha, J.M.U.D. Jayasundara, J.V. Arulnesan, R. Chandrasekaran, S.F. Sabra, P. Mayooran, R. Fernando, H.O.T.O. Perera and R.B.N. Dharmasiri

Pages 1 – 8

Low cost and eco-friendly green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Citrus reticulata leaf extract: Analysis of their antioxidant properties

Chamathka Adikari and Mathivathani Kandiah

Pages 9 – 17

Iron biofortification of hydroponically grown widely consumed leafy greens in Sri Lanka

Fathima Safa Jasoor, Upekkha Abhayarathne, Lasni Gunarathne and Geethika S.G. Liyanage

Pages 18 – 30

Phytochemical analysis and the evaluation of antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of five Sri Lankan Cucurbitaceae varieties

Mariam Mikash, Ahamed Imthikab and Gayani Madara Senanayake

Pages 31 – 42

Isolation of endophytes with antimicrobial activity from selected indigenous medicinal plants against amoxicillin-resistant environmental bacteria

M. S.J. Dhevanayagam, H.D.D. Sadeepa and P.M. Manage

Pages 43 – 50

Development of a qPCR method for the detection of Staphylococcus aureus species

Erangi Sandhathilini Rathnayaka Weerakoon and Maheshi Athapaththu

Pages 51 – 59

Characterization and identification of anthracene and pyrene degrading soil bacteria: An environmentally friendly approach for enhance bioremediation efficacy

B. Komaleswaran, M. N. F. Shahani, M. S. Vanderwall, S. M. Fernando, D.N. Senevirathne, R. Jeewakarathne, H. O. T. O. Perera and R. B. N. Dharmasiri

Pages 60 – 69

Isolation and biochemical characterization of bacteria in processed chicken meat balls and determination of antibiotic susceptibility

Y. R. Wijesinghe, M. Kanagaraju and M. K. Arambage

Pages 70 – 81

Phytochemical screening, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of the leaves from Parsley (Apiaceae) family plants grown in Sri Lanka

Ayesha Shazna Shehan, Ahamed Imthikab and Gayani Madara Senanayake

Pages 82 – 92

A study of the factors that influence the usage of credit cards in sri lankan banks

Navodya Jayasundara and Nalinda Nuwan

Pages 93 – 100

A study of the fast food delivery service quality during the fuel shortage in the colombo district

Sanjula Peiris, Nalinda Nuwan and Nisansala Perera

Pages 101 – 108

Exploring the opportunities and challenges faced by SMEs in the natural skincare industry of Sri Lanka

Mohamed Haseer Fathima Hana, Khwaja Abdul-Cader and Gethmi Siriwardana

Pages 109 – 115

The impact of the Sri Lankan economic crisis on the brain drain of IT professionals

Nushara Ameer, Nishani Rathnayake and Gethmi Siriwardana

Pages 116 – 122