Browsing by Author "Fonseka, S"

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Framework to create opportunities to maximize the contribution of differently abled employees in the Sri Lankan garment industry
(Springer Science and Business Media, 2025-04) Gurudasa, P; Lokeshwara, A; Weerarathna, R; Thelijjagoda, S; Weerasinghe, C; Fonseka, S; Dananjaya, S
The primary focus of this study was on Differently Abled Employees’ (DAEs) work performance within Sri Lanka’s garment industry. Prior research revealed inadequate awareness among organizations regarding the provision of employment opportunities for DAEs. Notably, DAEs constitute a substantial portion of the economically inactive working-age population in Sri Lanka. In this setting, the study aimed to identify the crucial factors influencing the contribution of DAEs in the Sri Lankan garment industry. In this setting, the study sought to measure their impact and develop a framework that supports both DAEs and the garment industry, fostering a mutually beneficial work environment. Utilizing a mixed approach, the study encompassed a sample population of 270 DAEs. Data collection involved semi-structured interviews and a Likert scale questionnaire. Convenience sampling was deployed to interview 14 DAEs, while a sample of 159 DAEs was selected through simple random sampling for the distribution of the questionnaire. Thematic analysis and multiple linear regression analysis were employed to analyze qualitative and quantitative data. The results underscored the significance of the examined factors affecting DAEs’ contributions. Based on regression analysis results, the researchers developed a framework, which underwent further refinement through reviews and discussions. The findings proposed supportive strategies to achieve the overarching objective of the study to maximize DAEs’ contributions in the workplace.
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Reshaping Sri Lankan Intellectual Property Law: The Influence of Artificial Intelligence
(School of Law, Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, 2025-10-10) Fonseka, S
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems increasingly perform autonomous creative and inventive functions, the foundational concepts of authorship and inventorship in intellectual property (IP) law are being challenged. This Article explores the complex intersection between AI and intellectual property (IP) rights. Additionally, the article examines the impact of AI on copyright and patent regulations, specifically within the context of the Sri Lankan legal framework. It critically examines the challenges surrounding authorship and ownership of AI-generated works. The central research questions address whether AI-generated works can qualify for authorship and receive copyright protection; how inventorship is determined in AI-generated inventions; whether non-human creators can be legally recognized; the adequacy of the existing IP regime in Sri Lanka; and the reforms required to build a future-ready, balanced legal framework. A doctrinal and comparative approach was employed to analyse gaps in statutes and trends in judicial decisions across various jurisdictions. Therefore, the study highlights legal and ethical concerns arising from AI-driven innovation by analysing relevant case law, international legal instruments, and evolving policy frameworks. The results indicate an urgent requirement to revise definitions related to authorship, originality, and inventive step to incorporate contributions from non-human entities. The study concludes by suggesting a legal framework that is prepared for the future, aiming to harmonize innovation, ethical considerations, and the rights of human creators in the era of digital advancement. The paper ultimately proposes strategies to balance protecting intellectual property and fostering innovation in the era of artificial intelligence.