PUBLICATIONS

De Silva, M.K.K.K. (2021). Strategies for Internet-enabled and gender-sensitive tsunami early warning. Australasian Journal of Disaster and Trauma Studies, 25(1), 3-20. 

http://trauma.massey.ac.nz/issues/2021-1/AJDTS_25_1_DeSilva.pdf


As the principal investigator implemented the latest research with the support of 10 plus Countries Link to the Journal Paper on Strategic Trade Controls published in February 2024.  Refer to the link below.

https://strategictraderesearch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Strategic-Trade-Control-of-Transshipments-Know-Your-Customer-Based-Best-Practices-for-Counterproliferation.pdf

Acknowledgments

Regarding the above publication, the author acknowledges the support and guidance provided by CRDF Global and the U.S. Department of State Export Control and Border Security (EXBS) Programme, who graciously provided a grant for the present study and facilitated its publication. Special thanks are extended to CRDF Global officers Fares Hadid, Khader Ahmad, Hala Mobaydeen, and Nadine Zabaneh for their unwavering support throughout the research process. Additionally, deep gratitude is expressed to the experts from Customs, Strategic Trade Control, Ports, Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Energy (CBRNE), Environmental Protection authorities, and related operational focal points whose contributions greatly enriched the study. 


UN Journal paper on emerging technology risks. UNSCR 1540 compass (UN Journal paper in September 2024). Refer to the link below.

https://unicri.it/Publication/UNSCR1540-Compass-II-issue-e-journal-September-2024


Celebrating a landmark achievement in Artificial Intelligence (AI); My contribution to AI Ethics, and AI Governance global publication.

Heartfelt gratitude to the team for making this wonderful publication with our contributions which will improve critical thinking in the peaceful use of AI and prevent non-peaceful use by implementing best practices in AI governance and AI ethics.

Link to AI Governance Ethics
Artificial Intelligence with Shared Values and Rules

https://lnkd.in/gJUyb-fX

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kushanidesilva_celebrating-a-landmark-achievement-in-artificial-activity-7252635518163697664-CXNi?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop


Ministry of Disaster Management. (2014). Sri Lanka Comprehensive Disaster Management Programme 2014-2018Ministry of Disaster Management. Sri Lanka.  http://www.disastermin.gov.lk/web/images/pdf/slcdmp%20english.pdf


Ministry of Disaster Management, Disaster Management Centre. (2012). Integrated Post Flood Assessment May 2010. UNDP, World Bank, GFDRR, Ministry of Disaster Management. Disaster Management Centre. Sri Lanka. https://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/PFA%20Book%20Final.pdf


Mallawatantri, A., Rodrigo, A., and De Silva, K. (2016). Medium to Long-term Multi-Stakeholder Strategy and Action Plan for Management and Conservation of Kelani River Basin. Central Environment Authority and International Union for the Conservation of Nature Sri Lanka Country Office. Colombo. ISBN: 978-955-0205-39-4. Retrieved from

https://portals.iucn.org/library/sites/library/files/documents/2016-011.pdf


De Silva, K., and Mallawatantri, A. (2016). Preliminary Perception Survey on Water Safety in the Kelani River Basin. Central Environment Authority and International Union for Conservation of Nature Sri Lanka Country Office. Colombo. ISBN 978-955-0205-42-4.

https://portals.iucn.org/library/sites/library/files/documents/2016-013.pdf


De Silva, K (2023). Women vs Men in Disarmament. Counter-proliferation of Chemical Weapons & Weapon Technology. Gloir.K. Sri Lanka. ISBN 978-624-6323-02-8


De Silva, K (2023). Safer & Secured Hazmat Transportation Strategies; Best practices, Gloir.K. Sri Lanka. ISBN 978-624-6323-04-2


De Silva, K. (2022), Today’s Critical Need for Disarmament and Non-proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD); Treaties, Emerging tech threats, and gender inequality/inequity inclusive terrorism in perspective. Gloir.K. Sri Lanka. ISBN 978-624-6323-00-4.


Mohanty, A., Dubey, A., and  Singh, R.B. (2022). Cyclonic Disasters and  Resilience; An Empirical Study on South Asian  Coastal Regions. Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-1215-3


De Silva, K., Siriwardane, C., and Hettiarachchi, S. (2017). Research and Innovation for Disaster Resilience; International Collaboration for Synchronizing University Synergies in Perspective.  Book of Abstracts of 7th International Conference on Building Resilience. 27-29 November 2017. Bangkok. Thailand.


Dias, N.T., Keraminiyage, K., and De Silva, K. (2016). Long-term satisfaction of post disaster resettled communities: The case of post tsunami Sri Lanka. International Journal of Disaster Prevention and Management. Emerald group publishing. ISSN 0965-3562. pp 581-594.


De Silva, K., Amaratunga, D., and Haigh, R. (2015). Third Revolution Digital Technology in Disaster Early Warning. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Structural Engineering and Construction Management (ICSECM). 12-13 December 2015. University of Peradeniya. Sri Lanka. ISBN: 978-955-589-210-0


De Silva, K., Amaratunga, D., and Haigh, R. (2015). Gender Equity in Disaster Early Warning Systems, Proceedings 8th Faculty of Architecture Research Unit (FARU) International Conference. 11-12 December 2015. University of Moratuwa. Sri Lanka. ISBN: 978-955-9027-53-9


De Silva, K., and Hettiarachchi, S. (2015). Book of Abstract Ensuring Accountability in Disaster Risk Reduction and Reconstruction. University of Colombo and University of Huddersfield. ISBN 978-1-862181-34-2


De Silva, K., Amaratunga, D., and Haigh, D. (2015). Gender Equity and Disaster Resilience Associated with the Third Revolution Digital technology. Book of Abstract Development of Disaster Resilient Coastal Communities to Enhance Economic Development and Social Welfare.  Bandung Institute of Technology. Indonesia, ISBN 978-1-862181-33-5


De Silva, K., and Amaratunga, D. (2014). Gender Aspects improving Disaster Resilience in Sri Lanka. Book of Abstracts Tsunami Recovery in Sri Lanka: Ten Years On. University of Colombo. University of Huddersfield. University of Moratuwa. Sri Lanka


De Silva, K., and Jayathilaka, R. (2014). Gender in the context of Disaster Risk Reduction: Case study of the flood risk reduction project in Gampaha district in Sri Lanka. Journal Procedia Economics and Finance. Elsevier


De Silva, K., and Hettiarachchi, S.S.L. (2014). Post tsunami rehabilitation in the context of national initiatives Case Study-Port City of Galle Sri Lanka. Journal Procedia Economics and Finance, Elsevier


De Silva, K., and Hettiarachchi S.S.L. Amarathunga, D. Haigh, R and Hall, M. (2014). Gender Equity and Disaster Resilience Associated with the Third Revolution Digital Technology.  4th International Conference on Building Resilience. 8-11 September 2014. Salford Quays. United Kingdom


De Silva, K., and Jayathilaka, R. (2014). Gender in the context of Disaster Risk Reduction: A Case study of the flood risk reduction project in Gampaha district in Sri Lanka. 4th International Conference on Building Resilience. 8-11 September 2014. Salford Quays. United Kingdom


De Silva, K., and Hettiarachchi, S.S.L. Post tsunami rehabilitation in the context of national initiatives Case Study-Port City of Galle Sri Lanka. (2014). 4th International Conference on Building Resilience. 8-11 September 2014. Salford Quays. United Kingdom


Hettiarachchi, S.S.L., Samarawickrama. S.P., and De Silva, K.K.K. (2014) Planning and Management of Impacts of Sea Level Rise in Sri Lanka. Fifth International Disaster and Risk Conference IDRC. 24-28 August 2014. Davos. Switzerland


De Silva, K., and Jayathilaka, R. (2013). Gender in the context of Disaster Risk Reduction, International Conference on Science and Management for Peace and Development. 21-22 October 2013. Institute of Human Resource advancement. University of Colombo. Sri Lanka


De Silva, K., and Jayathilaka, R. (2011). Gender in the context of Disaster Risk Reduction; A case study of a flood risk reduction project in Gampaha in Sri Lanka. Institute of Post Graduate Studies. University of Colombo. Sri Lanka


De Silva, K., and Mallawatantri, A. (2010). Improved Governance Structures and Commitment through National and Sub-National Disaster Management Platforms of Sri Lanka based on Hyogo Framework for Action. Fourth International Disaster and Risk Conference 26-30 August 2010. Davos Switzerland


De Silva, K.K.K., and Senaratne, R. (2005). Revitalization of Reed Industry in Sri Lanka. Faculty of Agriculture. University of Ruhuna. Sri Lanka


De Silva, K.K.K., and Senaratne, R. (2006) Revitalization of Reed Industry in Sri Lanka; A Case Study of Kalutara District Sri Lanka. Academic Sessions 2006. University of Sri Jayawardanepura. Sri Lanka


Books introduced to school curriculum (Below 7 books in Sinhala medium were translated to Tamil medium)

Antony, C. M. R., Jayasekara, N.,… De Silva, K. K. K. (2010). Lightning Strikes. Disaster Management Centre. National Institute of Education. ISBN 978 955 674 114- 8

Danawardane, M.P.,… De Silva, K. K. K. (2010). Cyclone. School Book. Disaster Management Centre. National Institute of Education. Sri Lanka. ISBN 978 955 674 111- 4

Heenkenda, J., Banda, E. M. N.,… De Silva, K. K. K. (2010). Landslide. School Book. Disaster Management Centre. National Institute of Education. ISBN 978 955 674 116-2

Kumara, A. N. P., Rathnayake, M.,… De Silva, K. K. K. (2010). Tsunami. School Book. Disaster Management Centre. National Institute of Education. ISBN 978 955 674 115-5

Peries, P. R., Bandara. J.,… De Silva, K. K. K. (2010). Floods. School Book. Disaster Management Centre. National Institute of Education. Sri Lanka. ISBN 978 955 674 113- 9

Nawasdeen. F. M., Karamath. S.A.C.M,.. De Silva, K. K. K. (2010). Earthquake. School Book. Disaster Management Centre. National Institute of Education. Sri Lanka. ISBN 978 955 674 118 -6

Weerasinghe, M., Amarasekara, U.,… De Silva, K. K. K. (2010) First Aid. School Book. Disaster Management Centre. National Institute of Education. Sri Lanka. ISBN 978 955 674 117- 9