It is a seeming paradox that the balance between society and built
environment has a constant change as we evolve repeatedly, and our
collective identity mean to facilitate new public spaces to boost our
public life, ...
Transport Research Forum (TRF) is an annual conference organized by the Transportation Engineering Division of the Department of Civil Engineering, University of Moratuwa. The prime objective of this conference is to create ...
A driving cycle reflects typical driving behavior within a specific area, considering factors such as road infrastructure, traffic flow, vehicle mix, and driving conditions with its primary purpose being the measurement ...
Accurate real-time bus arrival information is essential for an efficient public transport network, as it significantly impacts passenger experience, system reliability, reduced waiting times, dwell times, and operational ...
In Sri Lanka as well as other countries, traffic accidents are a leading cause of fatalities. Many factors contribute to the high mortality rate in developing countries. One of the reasons that road accidents occur is that ...
Signalized intersections serve as the most crucial nodes in the urban transportation system. Major issues associated with these intersections include unnecessary fuel consumption due to sudden accelerations or decelerations, ...
Road safety holds immense significance as it directly impacts the preservation of human lives, public well-being, and socioeconomic development. The inadequate attention given to road maintenance management and the ...
Urban environment is an important part of any country that largely sustains its economy. It evolves day by day undergoing rapid changes. In such an environment, transportation is an essential activity that links the important ...
Traffic signal design is usually carried out based on one or other design guideline. While the developed countries like UK, USA, Canada and Australia have come up with their own guidelines, developing countries are still ...
Green driving, also known as eco-driving, encompasses a set of practices and technologies aimed at reducing the environmental impact of driving. This approach seeks to minimize fuel consumption, lower greenhouse gas ...
Faculty of Medicine, University of Moratuwa proudly presents the inaugural Annual Academic Sessions and the student research papers of the first batch (Intake 2020).
Low Birth Weight (LBW) is a major global public health concern, with profound implications on neonatal morbidity and mortality. Understanding the factors associated with LBW is crucial for effective interventions. Hence, ...
Pregnancy requires extensive medical care due to various physical and psychological changes, making thorough antenatal care and record-keeping essential for the health of both mother and fetus. To overcome the inefficiencies, ...
The World Health Organization (WHO) identifies overweight and obesity as a global health crisis, linked to sedentary lifestyles and influenced by factors such as screen time and dietary choices. This study aimed to assess ...
A dry powder inhaler (DPI) is a small, handheld device that allows breathing in medicine through the mouth directly to the lungs to treat a wide variety of respiratory disorders. These disorders are not well controlled due ...
Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Analysis is used in medical wards to investigate acid-base status, hemoglobin concentration, blood glucose and electrolyte levels of a patient’s arterial blood sample. The sample must be transported ...
Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and mortality. However, many hypertensive patients have uncontrolled hypertension. Understanding the factors associated with uncontrolled hypertension may ...
Psychological distress among medical undergraduates evidently impact on their daily lives and result in health risks like cardiovascular and respiratory conditions. Stress among medical students, stemming from academic and ...
The study focuses on improving manual resuscitation bag valve masks (BVM) used in emergencies. Manual BVMs require skilled operation and face challenges like inconsistent ventilation and air leakage. The proposed solution ...
Cervical cancer is the fifth leading cancer among females in Sri Lanka. Despite its importance, cervical cancer screening rates are low. Teachers' knowledge and attitudes on screening can influence community awareness. ...