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UNBOUND Freshers’ Perspectives : pre-academic term magazine of the faculty of engineering
(Library, University of Moratuwa, 2026) Chathuranga, H; Munasinghe, PD; Karunarathne, A; Thebuwana, N; Seneviratne, TM; Kodithuwakku, AKUN
Every journey into research begins with curiosity, a question, and the willingness to look beyond what one already knows.
UNBOUND Freshers’ Perspectives brings together selected work produced by students of Batch 25 through the Library and Information Skills Programme conducted during the Pre-Academic Term of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Moratuwa. The contributions in this inaugural volume emerged from the Information Literacy assignment, My First Research Project, which introduced students to some of the essential practices of academic inquiry.
The assignment required students to engage with an engineering or design-related topic through systematic information searching, the use of library resources and academic databases, source evaluation, academic writing, referencing, reflection, and collaborative work. Students were also expected to explain their chosen topics in their own words, draw upon relevant sources, organise their ideas in a coherent manner, and demonstrate responsible academic practice.
The pieces presented in this magazine emerged from an evaluation process involving 110 submissions, of which 32 were selected for final evaluation. The final evaluation considered the relevance and clarity of the selected topic, the students’ understanding of the problem, use of research sources, authenticity of writing, organisation and coherence, and the depth of discussion and synthesis. And 14 were selected for publication
These writings should be read as the early work of students at the beginning of their undergraduate journey. Their value lies not only in the topics they explore, but also in the process they represent. Through this experience, students began to encounter research as a practice of questioning, searching, evaluating, interpreting, connecting ideas, and communicating evidence with care.
The title Unbound reflects this stage of intellectual growth. Entering university opens new possibilities for thinking beyond familiar boundaries, questioning assumptions, and approaching problems from different perspectives. For future engineers, such habits are closely connected to their ability to investigate problems responsibly, communicate ideas clearly, and make informed decisions.
This publication is also the outcome of a collective effort. We gratefully acknowledge the Library, the Faculty of Engineering, the coordinators, academic staff, mentors, reviewers, and all those who contributed to the Pre-Academic Term and supported the students throughout this process. Above all, we acknowledge the students whose work, curiosity, and emerging perspectives have made this first volume possible.
We hope that UNBOUND Freshers’ Perspectives will serve not merely as a record of an assignment, but as a record of a beginning. May it encourage students to continue asking worthwhile questions, seeking reliable knowledge, communicating responsibly, and developing the intellectual independence that will shape their future as engineers and designers.
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The 14th World Construction Symposium - 2026 (Pre-Text)
(Department of Building Economics, 2026) Waidyasekara, KGAS; Jayasena, HS; Chandanie, H; Tennakoon, GA
Proceedings of the 14th world construction symposium 2026 on
Towards A Regenerative Built Environment: From Foresight To Action
10-11 July 2026
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A Bibliometric analysis of dynamic organisational capabilities and hybrid project management research in the construction industry
(Department of Building Economics, 2026) Perera, S; Jayatilake, LVK; Kulatunga, U; Waidyasekara, KGAS; Jayasena, HS; Chandanie, H; Tennakoon, GA
The increasing volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) of environments in which the construction industry operates has created interest in Hybrid Project Management (HPM) strategies that integrate predictive and Agile methods. Whilst general organisational capabilities refer to the broad operational and functional competencies of a firm, dynamic organisational capabilities represent a higher-order subset specifically the capacity to sense environmental changes, seize emerging opportunities, and transform internal configurations and are increasingly recognised as the critical enabler for successful HPM adoption. However, this distinction remains under-explored in the construction literature, and it is unclear how dynamic organisational capabilities specifically moderate HPM implementation in firms facing institutional rigidity and strategic inertia a question that future empirical inquiry must address. As the necessary first step, this intersection has not been systematically explored through bibliometric analysis to date, leaving researchers without a structured overview of publication trends, geographic concentrations, and thematic frontiers. The purpose of this bibliometric analysis is to provide that foundational mapping by uncovering publication trends, key players, and thematic structures relating to dynamic organisational capabilities and HPM within the construction sector. 79 peer-reviewed articles published in 2020–2025 were analysed using PRISMA guidelines, with parameters from Bibliometrix and VOSviewer. The results offer a framework for conceptually organising the material, reveal that developing economies, especially Sri Lanka, are significantly underrepresented geographically, and call for a more focused empirical study.
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A Conceptual biomimicry-inspired model for enhancing energy efficiency in high-rise buildings in Sri Lanka
(Department of Building Economics, 2026) De Silva, SBNSW; Sridarran, P; Maddakandage, MNU; Waidyasekara, KGAS; Jayasena, HS; Chandanie, H; Tennakoon, GA
Rapid urbanization in Sri Lanka has led to increased energy consumption in high-rise buildings, particularly due to cooling demands in tropical climates. Conventional buildings with extensive glazed facades contribute to excessive solar heat gain and high reliance on mechanical systems. This study evaluates the potential of biomimicry-inspired strategies to improve energy efficiency in high-rise buildings. Two models, a conventional building and a biomimicry-inspired model, were developed and simulated using energy analysis tools in Revit under Colombo climatic conditions. The biomimicry-inspired model incorporates envelope strategies such as external shading, textured facade surfaces, and reflective roof coatings. The results indicate a reduction of approximately 25% in cooling energy consumption in the biomimicry-inspired model, along with decreases in lighting and equipment energy use. The study concludes that biomimicry-inspired envelope strategies can effectively enhance energy efficiency in tropical high-rise buildings.
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A Conceptual framework for the adoption of a life cycle assessment-based emissions trading scheme in the Australian construction sector
(Department of Building Economics, 2026) Yang, P; Lim, BTH; Oo, BL; Waidyasekara, KGAS; Jayasena, HS; Chandanie, H; Tennakoon, GA
As carbon governance in the construction sector shifts from a narrow focus on operational energy towards whole-of-life performance, understanding stakeholder intentions to adopt a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)-based Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) becomes increasingly relevant to exploring market-driven decarbonisation pathways for the industry. This study proposes a conceptual framework for understanding the factors influencing stakeholder adoption of an LCA-based ETS in the Australian construction sector. Drawing on a literature review, the proposed framework is underpinned by institutional theory, the technology acceptance model (TAM), and stakeholder theory, with systems thinking providing a broader analytical perspective. Three groups of factors form the basis of the framework. The first concerns the implementation barriers and potential benefits associated with LCA and ETS. The second involves the institutional conditions shaping the adoption context, including coercive, normative, and mimetic pressures, alongside stakeholder-related factors such as carbon mitigation perception and stakeholder pressure. The third relates to the behavioural constructs through which stakeholders form adoption intentions, namely perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and behavioural intention. The framework brings these factors together into a structured relationship linking external context, cognitive appraisal, and behavioural judgement. It suggests that the adoption of an LCA-based ETS should be understood as a progressive process situated within a broader socio-technical and institutional system.