Wednesday, September 4, 2019

he second phase of the ‘Shilpasena’ science and technology. TExhibition series organized by the Min- istry of Science, Technology and Research The exhibition will be held from the 11th to will be held at the Kaduruwela Sports the 15th of this month with the participation Complex, Polonnaruwa with the objec- of President , Prime tive of disseminating Minister , Speaker the knowledge of and many other Ministers. The exhibition is organized in four major zones, which will educate the public on 13 technical themes.

The third phase of this ‘Shilpasena’ se- ries of exhibitions being implement- ed in pursuance of a concept by the Hon. Sujeewa Senahinghe, Minister of Science Technol- ogy & Research is scheduled to be held in the district.

ahasak Nimavum” the Na- The “Sahasak Nimavum 2019” A New Planetary System Continued tional Inventions and Inno- Exhibition is scheduled to be on “S vations Exhibition for Sri Lankan held on 20th, 21st and 22nd of Discovered Page 02 Inventors which is organizing September 2019 at the for the First Time by the Sri Lanka Inventors Exhibition & Convention Cen- Commission (SLIC) yearly tre, 10 from 9.00 a.m. By Sri Lankan Scientists will be opened to the foreign onwards. inventors from this year onwards.

As an newspaper to the internet Lake house Government Another mission of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Research Log on to www.dailynews.lk/vidya Relations Wednesday, September 4, 2019 02 17,220 Km (2.7 times the ra- Continued From Page 01 dius of the Earth) with an equi- s a result of research conducted at librium temperature of 42 de- Athe Arthur C Clark Centre for Mod- grees centigrade. This means ern Technologies, a group of Sri Lankan that the two planets belong to a scientists have found a new extra-solar class of planets known as sub- planetary system (Exoplanets) for the Neptunes, which have sizes fi rst time in the nation’s history. between that of Earth and Nep- Mr. Saraj Gunesekara, the Principle re- tune. The sizes of the planets search scientist at the Astronomy divi- strongly imply that they have sion of the Arthur C Clark Institute began atmospheres thicker and larger a research programme to search for exo- than that of our Earth, likely planets in 2017. Then in 2018, 27 year composed of elements such old Mahesh Herath joined the institute as Hydrogen, Helium and perhaps water on a contract basis to take part in this vapour and Ammonia. There is uncer- research project and has been with the tainty whether these planets are rocky or programme ever since. gaseous due to their existence in a size The NASA Kepler/K2 mission which is a range that hovers between the generally spacecraft with a powerful optical tele- accepted sizes for both rocky planets and scope, had observed 588, 991 stars over of Technology, University of St An- gaseous planets. What is likely is that the the course of 10 years since 2009, and drews, among others. These new planets may have characteristics of both types of plan- the data was made available to the gen- planets have now been added to ets, possessing rocky inner layers and a thick gaseous eral public by NASA. In order to search the NASA exoplanet archive as well envelope. Using statistical and empirical methods, the these thousands of observed data sets, as the Exoplanet Encyclopaedia as masses of the two planets were inferred to be roughly an algorithm was developed by Mr Her- well as Wikipedia, all of which are equal at about 9.4 times the mass of the Earth. However, ath to mine through the data. In 2018, the available online. further studies must be conducted to know more about Sri Lankan science team decided to do The two planets have orbital peri- the masses, compositional and atmospheric properties further studies of the star designated as ods of 13 and 65 days respectively, of these planets. Due to the proximity of these planets to EPIC 212737443, which was observed with the second planet being among the star, it is possible that they are in a state known as during Campaign 6 of the Kepler/K2 mis- the few planets found by the Kepler “Tidal Locking”. This happens when the rotational time sion. During these investigations, two mission with orbital periods great- of a planet is equal to its orbital period, meaning that previously undiscovered planets were er than 50 days. Both planets are only one side of the planet faces the star. An example of found to orbit this star. Subsequently, 11 closer to this star than Mercury tidal locking closer to home is our own moon. scientists from several different countries is to our sun. The fi rst planet is As the fi rst exoplanetary system discovered under the agreed to take part in the further study of this system in at 1/10th the distance between the Earth and sun, while leadership of Sri Lankan scientists, it is a great leap for order to concentrate on different aspects of the charac- the second planet is at 1/3rd the distance between the scientifi c research within the nation, and would provide terization of these planets and the host star. At present Earth and sun. The star itself is 2/3 the radius and mass a pathway for future scientists to continue in Astronomy Mr Herath is working under the guidance of Professor of our sun, and is a type of star known as an “Orange research. As of this year, Sri Lanka joins a select group Chandana Jayaratne of the University of Colombo to dwarf”. This star can be found near the constellation of nations with institutions from which exoplanets were complete his MPhil degree. Virgo, and is at a distance of 1133 light years from our discovered; a list that include mostly developed nations The results of this research venture were accepted for Solar System. This star was found to be cooler than our such as the United States, Canada, Western, Northern publication by the prestigious 200 year old journal known sun, with a surface temperature of 4700 Kelvins com- and Central European nations, Australia, Japan and as the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Socie- pared to the 5800 Kelvin temperature of our Sun. China. ty (MNRAS), which is the premier Astronomy and Space The smaller of these two planets, named K2-310b, has science journal in the United Kingdom. The article was a radius of 16,500 Km (2.6 times the radius of the Earth) Astronomy Section, published in July 2019, and was subsequently accepted with an equilibrium temperature of 263 degrees centi- as new planets by NASA/JPL and the California Institute grade, while the larger second planet has a radius of Arthur C. Clark Institute of Modern Technology

the world. Developed countries such as United Status, innovation in the country. Accordingly, the Sri Lanka Germany, Russia, Japan, South Korea and Israel as Inventors Commission is implementing a program to well as developing countries such as China and India establish adolescent innovation clubs in Schools, Uni- are the examples for that today, almost all the devel- versities and Tertiary Education Institutions. This ena- oped countries have built their economies on innova- bles them to acquire a number of special benefi ts such tion. They generate the revenues by producing and as awareness on invention, fi nancial support for the exporting their inventions and by selling the new tech- purchase of equipment needed for innovation (up to nologies to other countries. They use these revenues Rs. 30,000/-), and awareness on intellectual property to develop and make advance their status. rights etc... In this case the Sri Lanka Inventors Commission, which If you are interesting on inventions and If you have not is the forerunner in facilitating and promoting the local yet established an Inventors Club at your School, Uni- lmost all developed countries have created “Inven- innovation processes, has the tremendous responsi- versities or Tertiary Education Institute, you can send a Ativeness” based economy for the benefi t of their bility. Therefore, the Commission aims to contribute requesting letter to “Sri Lanka Inventors Commissions, states. The emergence of inventions has existed since to innovation for future generation with the objective No. 46/48, Cotta Road, Colombo 08”or sent an e-mail long before in the world. As a result, technology evolu- of creating a culture for innovation in the country by to “[email protected]” or call through “0112676650”. tion has been occurred worldwide. promoting the innovation throughout the country. The The Industrial revolution, the fi rst & the Second World Sri Lanka Inventors Commission has been identifi ed Eranga Weerasuriya Wars act-as catalysts for global innovation which had Students in Schools, Universities and Tertiary Educa- been led to the development of many countries around tional Institutions who are involving and promoting the Research Assistant Sri Lanka Inventors Commission Wednesday, September 4, 2019 03

STEM education. With all these, we hope to We have been able to provide over 600 job opportunities bring scientifi c knowledge to our rural population. through the job and career zone. This is another major achievement for us through the “Shilpasena”. The work all ready done Also, a large number of innovators were in the innova- This year we have focused special attention on tion zone. Discussions with buyers, who have offered the “vidatha” centers. Vidatha centers are to buy some of these products, are currently underway. the network through which Science and Not only that, we have seen that a lot of school children Technology is transferred to the vil- had paid special attention to the technology zone. Es- lage. pecially, the STEM technology zone was always fi lled We looked fi rst at strengthening with school children. We are especially grateful to the these centers. For this purpose, Minister of Science, Technology and Research Sujeewa all the staff of the Vidatha re- Senasinghe for organizing such a huge exhibition. This source centers from all over was based on his concept and from the beginnings to Sri Lanka were convened the end the minister fully inspected the situation. There- to Battaramulla “Apegama” fore we also had to focus more on that resulting in the premises under the huge success that it acived. patronage of the minister and discussions were The Second Stage held with them as to On the request of HE the President Maithripala Sirisena, how to improve this who visited the fi rst “Shilpasena” exhibition, we have ar- network of centers. ranged this event to be held at the Kaduruwela sports Actions have al- complex in Polonnaruwa on September 11th, 12th, 13th, ready been taken to 14th and 15th under the patronge of the President, the implement their re- Prime Minister and other Ministers. Since Polonnaruwa quests. We are also is rich in irrigation, we expect to introduce another Tech- nology zone, combining the traditional technologies of Sri Lanka. But this time we plan to hold a carnival in parallel with musical shows. Since we have a lot of space in Pol- onnaruwa, we can provide more stalls. Also more op- portunities can be given for the innovation of the school implementing programms to develop children in Polonnaruwa. Since this exhibition is a must their knowledge, skills and attitudes as see for the people of this country, school children are well as we are in the process of educating them allowed to see the exhibition free of Charge. We are es- on how to link Vidatha centers with other institu- pecially greatful to all the public and private institutions Secretary - Chinthaka S. Lokuhetti tions under the ministry. Steps have also been involved, in making this event a success. Ministry of Science, Technology and Research taken to develop 55 Vidatha Centers during this year, with modifi cations being made to the build- Future work ings so as to make more attractive, as well as to The National quality policy was presented to the H.E inistry of Science, Technology and improve infrastructure. the President by the Ministor of Science, Technology M Research is gearing up to hold its We have the capability to increase the funding limit up & Research, Sujeewa Senasinghe recently. We have second phase of shilpasena aexposition to one million for the quality projects which they sub- also completed the Corporate Plan of our Ministry. Our in Polonnaruwa following the successful mit. Also once a month we contact the Vidatha offi cers main objective is to shift from 80th to 60th position in completion of the fi rst phase of this through Skype technology to discuss their problems. the Innovation Index in the next fi ve years. Accordingly, technology revolution. Chinthaka S. This will enable the delivery of the services to the people the corporate plans of each of our institutions are being Lokuhetti, the Secretary to the Ministry to be more effi cient and effective. We also follow up with prepared. There should be a vision and also a plan for 0f Science, Technology and Research, people to make sure whether they are receiving the ser- the progress of an organization, therefore we look for commented on the uniqueness of the vice they expect in the proper manner. The main objec- shortcomings in our institutions and take action to rectify second “Shilpasena” exhibition them. For example, we have initiated the and the forthcoming programs of construction of a modern laboratory for Sri the Ministry of Science Technology “Shilpasena” exhibition, we have Lanka standard Institution. There are ongo- and Research, as follows arranged this event to be held ing discussions to convert ITI and NIFS into at the Kaduruwela sports complex in degree awarding institutions. Importance of Science and Polonnaruwa on September 11th, 12th, NERD has done a lot of service for the Technology socienty. But the public are not aware of 13th, 14th and 15th under the patronge of Science and Technology is the engine for those services. We also have the tech- the development of a country. In developed the President, the Prime Minister and oth- nology of building low cost bridges.They countries, 70%-75% of students are en- er Ministers. should be developed and popularized. Also gaged in STEM (Science, Technology, En- we have developed new criteria to choose gineering, Mathematics) education. Where- ‘‘ good research projects. This year the Re- as in Sri Lanka it is only 30%. Even though this proves tive of all of this is to bring technology to the village level search Awards will be held. We also held the Sri Lanka to be a diffi cult task, we hope to elevate this fi gure up to and increase the production capacity, quality of products Quality Aword following the lapse of two years. We are 65% -70% within the next 5 years with the help of our and provide them with a good market. also working on building a marketing force for the sale institutions. If this happens there will be more innova- of best productions available. Similarly, the Ministry of tions and new industries in our country and also we will Success of the First “Shilpasena” Science Technoloy is expected to undertake many more witness a rapid growth in the existing industries as well. The fi rst “Shilpasena “exhibition which was held at the activities this year, including setting targets for the for- If we can export technicaly improved products, we can Bandaranayake Memorial International Conference Hall mation of school Science Associations. earn a huge income. There is a huge demand for such (BMICH) in Colombo, concluded with great success. A products. Our Ministry has also signed a Memorandum crowd beyond our expectations turned up for the event. Vindaya Padukkage of Understanding (MOU) with the SLAAS to promote There were 12 technical themes under 4 major zones. Photograper- Kalum Liyanage 04 Wednesday, September 4, 2019

t is a known fact that sound propa- earth stations lo- Igates as a longitudinal or a transverse cated at the surface wave through a medium which could be earth (Receiving and air liquid or solid. However if the space transmitting). Electronic beyond the earth is regarded what is signals carrying higher fre- known is that there exist a vacuum in quencies are transmitted by the absence of air. In particular, one the earth station to the satellite might question on the ability of com- which receives signals and trans- municating in space without air for the mit them back to another distict sound to propergate. geostation on earth acting as a In space it is not always an ideal vac- receiver. These signals travel at uum state which is found but it exist the speed of light and different fre- an average of one atom per square quency ranges are used to distin- centimeter area. As a result there ex- guish the received and transmitted ist insuffi cient atoms to create com- signals. pression and expansion for the sound Satellites normally orbits in three to be propergated. In such a condition different orbital paths called Geo- one mole consist of 90% Hydigon, 9% stationary- away from 35,900km), Helium and 1% of other gases which polor circular orbit, 1,000 km means it is with less in air density. from the earth, and inclined Unlike the atmosphere of the earth, at highly iliptical orbit, between Venus there remains a highly densed 2,000 km - 36,000 km) atmosphere with a preasure of 92 times Their exsist an orbital area greater than the earth. This causes your called “VAN ALLEN BELT” sound to be heard more loudly adding inbitween which cannot more of a base tone to your voice at be used to park satel- Venus. Then how is it really possible to communicate in space? The fact we should know is that there shouldn’t be having a media for Electro Magnetic Waves (EMW) to propagate. That’s why space communi- cation adopts high frequency electro magnetic waves. Satellite Communication at its highest. are located in california-USA, Madrid The balance of the earth A manmade object that - Spain and Canbara-Australia. They gravitational force and the has been travelling the are been built at 120 degrees to each earth centrifugal force de- longest distance is rec- other in order to cover the entire globe pends on the moving orbital ognized as tha Voyager1 using these three earth stations. Each stability of any satellite. The launched in 1977. station comprises of 70 meter antennas satellite Sputnic launched in The aim of the Voyager1 followed by two powerful co-antennas 1957 was a revalutionary and was to study the space relatively lower than the main ones. a turning point regarded in beyond the solar system Low gain antennas are used for sat- the history of space commu- and now it is said to be 20 billion miles ellite communications which orbits at nication. There are more than 17,000 lites since it contains highly charged away from the earth which is reaching ionosphere which is closer to the earth satellites orbiting arround the earth and particals travelling at high speeds which the edge of the solar system. Voyager and high gain antennas are used for ionosphere up-to-date. could panitrate and damage electronic 1 adopts laser technology communica- deep space communications. Ionosphere (60 km-1000 km) which communications and analytical instru- tions. NASA predicts that communication consists of an atmosphere carries the ment circuitry of the satellite. Inorder to Voyager 1 speed to become ten times faster than highest number of satellites. NASA was protect circuits there are special cov- Earth station at Canbara, Austraillia the current situation within the next looking for a fi rm and a solid communi- ering foils and other hi-tech methods For deep space communications three decade if more countries contribute in cation system by 1962 for their Appollo have been used by those industries signifi cant earthstations which covers sending satellites. mission. USB (Unifi ed S Band) was connected to satellite electronics. the entire globe are recognized. They Arthur C Clarke Institute for Modern designed and developed in this regard Satellites in Geostationary orbit moves Technologies with the Ministry of Sci- targetting the moon exploration. USB at the speed of earth rotation and lo- ence Technology and Research has came up with a singal signal which cate perpendicular to the earth surface. initiated plans through a longterm road- modulated and contained four signals However the orbital path resides at an map in gaining knowhow-wealth to the called telemetry, command, voice and angle of 63 degrees to the earth. country and as one of the television data. They encounted a At the beginning radio waves were used plans it is to construct an probem of a communication laps for the in space communication but it was not earth station at Homaga- fi rst time when Appollo was shelded by very popular because of the limitations ma which will be a timely the moon at its motion till 40 minutes to such as poor in speed and fast signal foundation for the better- show up from the other end. dissipation. ment of our country. A satellite is a man made artifi cial body Later it was replaced by lazer technol- used mainly in wide area communica- ogy and lazer communication is now tion. Minimally it serves on networking having a communication speed of 20 the world via transmission and receiv- times more than that of a speedy in- Dr. R Chinthaka L De Silva ing data, television, fax, telephones ternet connection. Lazers travell at a General Secretary- Sri Lanka Association and performs other analytical and mon- speed of 300,00 km per second and for the Advancement of Science itoring purposes. thanks to the lazer technology deep Secretary- Institute of Physics Sri Lanka Satellite communication incorporates space communication is now propelling Senior Research Scientist- ITI Wednesday, September 4, 2019 05

t is clear to anyone that “Inventions” are the ent become important. Patent should be I foundation of a rapidly developing world. commercialized without putting it aside. The comminssioner Prof. Rangika Halwatura There are many gaps in this process. One such gap exists in the form of lack elaborated on the services being rendered by of methodology to connect the inventor the Sri Lanka Inventors Commission, which and the person faced with the problem. introduced innovation to Sri Lanka, as fol- Even, if these two do meet, there is no lows. opportunity to fi nd out if this new prod- uct is available in the world market. Even “Sahasak Nimaum 2019” though it is found out, the relationship be- “Sahasak Nimaum” Exhibition is the only program tween other systems is also vital for the which evaluates Sri Lankan inventors at the national creation of this invention. Even though a Level. The exhibition is held under four Categories, funding source is available, if there are viz, Schools, Universities, Commercial and Open. gaps in the process of technical support, “Sahasak Nimaum” is not an individual process. This marketing, managing supports publicity starts fi rst at the Provincial Level. A competent panel links, this cannot become successful. of judges covers the nine provinces of Sri Lanka by All these processes are available with- selecting best inventors from above four Categories, in the scope of the Ministry of Science which is followed by the fi nal stage of the “Sahasak Technology & Research. However, the Nimavum” Exhibition in Colombo at the national level. problem is that we operate alone, without The best inventors are selected from the above men- interactions with other institutions. tioned four Categories. This Exhibition is scheduled to be held at the Sri Lanka Strengths, Weaknesses, Exhibition & Convention Centre (SLECC), Colombo on Opportunities, Threats the 20th, 21st, and 22nd of September. Those who are We have to understand, what are our op- interested in new Inventions can take part in this event portunities, strengths, weaknesses and for free. Especially a large number of innovations, by the tri-armed-forces are included in this exhibition. The special feature of this year’s exhibition is that it has ex- panded to an international level. These Inventors are the best we have got. But they never get the chance of comparing themselves at the International level. Until now this experience was gained only by participating in international level competitions. But this time the “Sahasak Nimavum” goes beyond the “national” level and reaches the international level. Around 250 in- novators from Canada, Korea, Indonesia, Malayasia, India, Singapore, Japan and China are expected to participate in this event Issues confronted by inventors Prof. Rangika Halwatura Inventors in our country are faced with many prob- Comminssioner - Sri Lanka Inventors Commission lems. As an inventor, I am very much aware of it. If we make an invention it has to be commercialized. The ventive competitions related to each industry to invest threats? I am happy to say that as the Sri Lanka In- reason for the failure of an Invention is that the peo- the winning product in the respective areas. We have ventors Commission, we have already identifi ed these ple of Sri Lanka fi nd something and fi nd a problem already initiated this process for the tea industry. We things. That is why we have been able to launch an together. If so, it is less likely to gain popularity within convened a meeting for Tea Associations to discuss International program this year. the society. We must identify the problems the inven- their problems and these problems have been divided tors are faced with at present. We can easily com- into 10 sections and we have planned to organize a Newly Introduced Services mercialize this if we could fi nd the answers to those competition under these ten categories. This competi- We have launched a you tube channel named “Sri problems. This process has now collapsed. First the tion is held at School, open and University level. In this Lanka Inventors” through which we expect to intro- patents that we obtained at the national level should competition we develop the best creations that are se- duce new Sri Lankan innovations to the world. This will be made meaningful. lected and then sell them back to the Tea industry. We help to create awareness among the newcomers to The Second stage is the development section. Work- can’t do this over night. We started operations relating commercialize their products. Also, the whole patent ing together as a group could be more successful than to Tea industry this year. Next year we will start focus- process is described in details; Our Commission will working alone. For example, if I am an Inventor, I may ing on another industry. In this manner we expect to bear the full expenses at the national and international not have technical knowledge. Someone with techni- continue this program. cal knowledge may be available. Combining these level, if patents are applied through the commission, two together can result in a good product. since we do it as an investment. Not only that, we pro- From Innovation to Impact vide the inventor with fi nancial assistance necessary This is a common occurrence in foreign countries. Although we have taken “Sahasak Nimavum” to the to elevate him to the international level. And also if we fi nd a solution to a problem, we international level, attitudes have not yet changed in need to fi nd out if these have been invented Industrialist and Inventors Sri Lanka. We need to make an attitude change that anywhere else in the world. Our inventors of- innovation should be brought in to the society. Most One of the major problems in Sri Lanka is that even if ten make inventions. Only after doing that, people keep their creations in their possession without a problem is found, the inventor himself will have to act they come to know that it has been done in revealing them. We have to change this mechanism. as the solver and the seller. Then his time is wasted. another country. Thereafter, we have to For this a program will be launched at BMICH on 22nd He can fi nd another invention during this time. This place importance on “information shar- November. There is a big International Conference is an injustice as well as a crime. We should Change ing” section. Then the protection of Called “Innovation to Impact” We hope to attract inter- these attitudes. It is a job that should be done by three inventive intellectual property is national participation for this event. Such a conference persons but in reality it is done by one person. The also a vital component. This is being held in Sri Lanka for the fi rst time. is the time the pat- inventor’s job is fi nding the answer to a problem only. Under this we have launched a new Program to iden- tify the most essential industries in Sri Lanka and with Vindaya Padukkage the involvement of the private sector to organize in- Photograper- Shan Rupassara Wednesday, September 4, 2019 06-07

proof of vast constructive These well preserved masterpieces of wooden archi- materials utilized in Ver- tecture in Ambalam Structure , a way side resting nacular Architecture Sri place that simply an existing living prove that implies Lanka. Since Sri Lanka is timber is one of the most suitable building materi- a tropical country with an als for Sri Lanka. Even though it is no longer as intermediate temperature freely and abundantly available constructive mate- and humidity along with a rial comparatively to the past as for total timber sturdy sunshine through- construction in Sri Lanka, It denotes that sensitive out the year. It acts as a incorporation of it is still possible. The manage- massive sample library ment of heritage is a tricky balance of legacy, au- to investigate the vulner- thenticity and practicality. In some countries her- ability of the Shelter as a itage buildings are seen as important in society structure that has been but only maintained as a ‘facade’ with internal entirely or partial adaptation permissible. By safeguarding herit- constructed in tim- age, which is not always a building, we pass the ber with other con- best of our cultural legacy to future generations structive materials and, at the same time, provide the present like Granites, mortar generation a connection to its past as a sense t is undebatable that the role of Quality customer we should have a far better un- and brick. A thorough of identity, ensure continuity of advanced tra- has reshaped our plant in various aspects derstanding about their pulses. Hence, in- visual and scientifi c ditions technologies and traditional practices I as it has become one of the prominent ele- dentifying the voice of all stakeholders and observation leads to and way of life means of social sustainabil- ments in modern businesses. As a result, satisfying them is not a passive process as an understanding of ity and open up new economic opportunities mbalam is an open colonnaded, hip roofed Struc- ties differ along the grain and against the grain. Straight the Quality Profession is going to re-align we need to ensure that the quality culture material decay and degradation in varying environmen- such as reinventing the sustainable construc- ture, introduced as a prestigious building type grains run parallel to the longitudinal axis of the wood. with various contexts. In fact, Quality does is balanced with other business priorities. A tal and climatic conditions. The selec- originates under vernacular Architecture in Sri Lanka. It Meanwhile the cross grain deviates from the longitudi- not play an isolated role in any organiza- Any good intention will not yield the re- tion of constructive materials as well as concludes the basic task of providing shelter for a com- nal axis as spiral and diagonal grains. This orientation tion; it is highly integrated with many other sults unless they make into action, and the regional material uniqueness has fortable stay with in a considerable time. Ambalam was has a high infl uence on the timber and affects physical systems, inter-department activities and this situation is also common in manag- been directly impacted on the micro cli- owed as charitable service commenced by the villagers properties during application. Visual characterization also with the external climate. Thus, Lead- ing quality activities. Hence, planning mate of Ambalam(s) structures can be under the patronage of the Chieftain. There were no of the exposed cross sections of the structural compo- ers must learn how to master personal for quality is essential to achieve the observed. Since the major utilized con- architects and engineers in the past, Spaces and the nents of these Amabalam helps to generate clues on challenges and make decisions under desired outcomes consistently. The people structive material is Timber, the Ambal- expertise in this role. technologies were engendered and innovated along size of the tree and sawing pattern of the wood log. extreme uncertain conditions. As a result who manage the quality activities should am structures visualizers the affected Finally, any quality professional should with the needs and the experiences of inhabitants along The generated Annual ring distribution maps revealed of these consequences, today the quality predetermine the potential risks and pre- mechanical and physical properties due have a passion on quality and also be ener- the prevailed social Structure. Sustainable Strategies the sensitivity and the adequate knowledge in material leadership has to play different functional vent failure. Selecting of appropriate tools to the long term exposure of the climatic getic to explore in order to achieve superior were attempted in response to context and the climate manipulation utilized for specifi c structural components roles, to compete with intensively tough ri- in planning can be cited as an example. condition under the combinations such results. Therefore, the prime responsibility comprising a proper building orientation. This leads to respect to the load distribution. The Ambalam herit- vals, in order to sustain businesses in the Therefore, quality profession should also as humidity, temperature variation and of this role is to build a healthy work en- maximize the structures passive heating and cooling. age structures have enlighten timber as an acceptable long run. act as a talented planner. biological attack. vironment, where others can motivate and Ambalam depicts the simple village lifestyle and also construction material with a respectable service life for Acting as a Quality Strategist, can be ex- Apart from the above discussed roles, it The integration of construction and perform their duties, beyond the expected the religious background of the villages which simply tropical countries. pressed as a leader who drive the wheel is crucial to train the staff, due to the fact carving skills represents the experienc- level. Furthermore, it is important to identify emphasized the Buddhist philosophies and the ideol- There are Ambalam with, horizontal bottom structure of Quality. In fact, this person should have that the staff should be equipped with the es and skills of the carpenter. Together the factors which can motivate employees ogy through an architectural and a structural engineer- made of brick and mortar where wooden columns car- a defi nite vision and also support the en- necessary competences in order to make with extremely rich detailing, showcas- and also to build the confi dence of individu- ing medium, over role created an indigenous space with ried the load of the roof .Another type with massive tire quality effort in the organization. Es- the things in well shape. Hence, coaching ing a range of carving with material als, as it has a far greater impact on human aesthetically and socio-culturally pleasing setting con- granite pillars which holds the load of the roof. The pecially, effort made by the quality team role should indentify the issues and fi ne the collaboration Such As granites-Timber, behavior and the level of performance. tributed with mediaeval advance technologies under excellence vernacular architectural timber structural in any organization should contribute to convenient solutions. Building a rapport in Timber-Timber, Brick- timber. Which In conclusion, all these roles in the quality prestigious vernacular architecture in Sri Lanka. Aspects in Sri Lanka is well expresses in this type of its KPIs (key performance indicators) all levels and learning from past, making represents a remarkable combination of profession will help to uplift the overall pro- The variety in application, material combination, and Shelter. The timber joists and the bearers and the posts and moreover need to formulate a bet- good judgments on team members’ abili- creativity and engineering in manipulating the materi- tion practices which fi le of the organization. the expression of wood can be exemplifi ed by the ar- were placed on stones that has been used as footing. ter strategy, where vision for quality ties are some of the skills, which should als with or without knowledge but with an overestimated have pragmatically chitectural and the engineering breath in Ambalam The entire timber structure is directly kept on stones. aligns with the corporate goals. This experienced understanding. Panavitya Amablama can proved the usability. Note : Some of the ideas extracted from Structures. The relationship and the combination be- There are no single visual or physical joinery alone with requires quality leaders to be able to Thus, Lead- be initiated as structure with splendid Sri Lankan wood- Spaces for educa- document entitled, “The New Quality Pro- tween building materials, structures and climate is com- post and the footing. While the entire load was in the communicate well at senior levels, carving is which is only second Embekka Devalaya tion, living mate- fession Challenge” published by Chartered plex and there is an need for more accurate methods stone with a structural stability where it is perfectly with- both inside and outside of the or- ers must learn (Embekka Temple), built by King Vikramabahu III during rial libraries and Quality Institute (CQL) to assess building performance incorporated with the stand for wind and rain. ganization, regardless of their po- the Gampola Era (AD 1357 – 1374) [13]. recreation. As the how to master structural elements since they consists of a vast set of Also built on raised platforms like podiums .This se- sitional power. Change in temperature or humidity will result in a corre- values of heritage information .This building initiates under the vernacular cretly express the impermanence of the structure. This sponding change in the equilibrium moisture content of buildings are not personal challenges architecture by means of heavy richly ornamental struc- contains a crucial Scientifi c logic raising the structure Despite the role of a Quality Indika Lindamulla wood. Hygroscopicity in wood is a highly considerable dependent on di- tural frame, roofs and furniture setting in a simple open above the ground prevent the timber structure contacts Strategist, Quality leadership and make decisions mater on the vulnerable material like rect and immediate Assistant Director colonnaded space. The elegant carving on caused to rain water or fl ooding water over the area should work to build business “ Traning Division “Reinventing the pride of the timber construction tech- economic return. timber, granite stone and brick wall add .Also prevent touching the capillary water pre- models that are focused on under extreme uncertain nology which existed in Vernacular architecture in Sri All the way through Sri Lanka Standards Institution an expression that together refl ects sent in wet fl oors. Under the observation the needs and expectations Lanka” time, architecture conditions. the architectural signifi cant and it is noticeable the structures are con- of both Customers and timber. During the mediaeval periods skilled villagers and engineering the social signifi cant of the structed on bedrocks .Raising the struc- other stakeholders. For in- may not learn through theories but with through experi- aspects of Ambal- structural monument. ture above the ground level also pre- stance, prior to satisfy any ence. The Mangalagama, Kengalla Ambalam Structure am has persisted The proper- vent the biological degradation caused is a good example to interpret the material combination as one of the pro- due to the fungi, insects and bacteria. in a logical perspective. The fully exposed part of the foundly signifi cant Vermicular architecture in Sri Lanaka structures pillars was constructed out of granite to re- refl ections of cul- can be expressed as an Art strict the contact of water through rain or wind avoiding ture and technologies. Shelter refl ecting the story of the “Orientation of the saw cuts and its the atmospheric moisture contamination. Investigating time, and how that iteration of culture and Engineering placement during application infl uence on a living proof resembling’s like Ambalam(s) Techni- technologies wished to project itself to the future com- on the service life of the structure” cally and scientifi cally know-how and the expertise that mencing as a well preserved information library. of creating thoughtful structures and had been pragmatic and manipulating materials in con- “Save today spaces including proclamations structing Structures under the adequacy of mediaeval for tomorrow…” “The advantages of the preservation of which can be consumed as a Sinhalese culture in the engineering and Architectural historic buildings can only be experienced if we start communicative medium of the Perspectives. The timber constructional tradition has using them for future” privileged owners. Which had developed and perfected and lasted long with a consid- always infl uence with the so- erable service life for over years. Simultaneously this cial facts. shows the contribution Sri Lankan culture survived by Ambalam(s) can be hosted as Prof. R, U. Halwatura the genius of the ordinary and anonymous carpenters, a perfect living sample which joiners and wood carvers during the medieval period by The comminssioner contains a preserved living the signifi cant material manipulation and technologies. The Sri Lanka Inventors Commission Wednesday, September 4, 2019 08

at the exhibition and received IPI- TEX Silver Award, Macao Award with Special Award from British Inven- tion Association for the “Shoes Helper”.Inven- ri Lanka in- tion named “Wire Sventors who Building Tool”received the IPITEX Bronze Award, participated in the international innovation The Sigapore Special Award and the Certifi cate of exhibition of IPITEX-2019 (International Intellectu- Appreciation from the Indian Invention Association. al property, Invention, Innovation and Technology He was awarded the IPITEX Bronze Award and the Exposition) organized by the National Research Philippine Gold Award for the “Two Wheels’ Helper”. Council of Thailand were able to gained fame with Also, three Sri Lankan women inventors participated a number of exceptional achievements. in the “Korea International Women’s Invention Ex- The Group of designers named E.P.B.P. De Silva, position 2019” held in Korea, have won exceptional K.M.R. Ranjith Karunarathna and L.R.M. Perera achievements. received the IPITEX Gold Award and the Indian Ruchini Senevirathne was received the Gold Medal Invention Association’s Certifi cate of Appreciation and a special prize from Dongduk University for the for their ‘Note Review App’. “Method of Making Roofi ng Sheets Using Palmy- K.T.Methdasun Sandamal received the IPITEX rah Fiber”. J.C.I. Nishanthi recived Silver Award for Gold Award,a Special Award from World Women Silver Award, Hongkong Special Award and the Cer- her invention “Safe Disposal of sanitary wear Using Entrepreneur Association and the Certifi cate of Ap- tifi cate of Appreciation of the Indian Invention Associa- Incinerator” and Priyanthi Mallika won a Bronze Award preciation from the Indian Invention Association for his tion. for “Garlic Ice Cream”. invention “Safety, Easy and Advanced Handle System Inventor S.Vinoj Kumal also presented three inventions Sri Lankan Inventors were able to participate in these for Two and Three Wheels”. M.C.M.Anees’s inven- competitions with the full sponsorship of the Sri Lanka tion of “Mechanical Tyre Helper” Inventors Commission. received the IPITEX

microwaves are contained within the oven and can only be present when the oven is switched on and the door is shut. When a microwave oven is in operation, micro- waves are produced in an electronic tube called magnetron. Microwaves spread throughout the chamber. By absorbing them, the water particles in food vibrate distribution of cooking, food heated in a micro- and produce heat. It is the basic theory be- wave oven should rest for several minutes after hind the heating process. cooking is completed to allow the heat to dis- Microwave ovens usage is not a problem tribute throughout the food. if you follow the manufacturer’s terms and According to scientifi c data that there is no conditions. But it is not healthy to expose our body to difference in nutritional degradation when these microwaves. In the case of microwave ovens, it cooking using Microwave ovens compared to icrowave is an electromagnetic wave which the is guaranteed that, waves are emitted only inside the other forms of cooking. The advantage is that Mfrequency between 300 MHz and 300 MHz. Mi- furnace. When only the oven door is closed furnace heat travels more indoors and reduces cook- crowaves are used primarily for TV broadcasting, is operated. It is inappropriate to operate an empty ing time. The food is not radioactive. Food radar for air and sea navigational aids, and telecom- stove without food items. Refl ective waves can dam- containers that are resistant to temperature munications including mobile phones. They are age the magnetron tube. You also need to be aware should be selected. also used in industry for processing materials, in of whether the furnace of the oven is working prop- According to the World Health Organization, medicine for diathermy treatment and in kitchens erly. the use of microwave ovens is not harmful. for cooking food. Metallic materials completely Damage ovens, as well as uncleaned ovens, can leak Proper use is the important. refl ect the microwaves. Watery media such as microwaves to the surrounding. In a microwave oven, Technology can make day today life easier only food, liquid media, and tissue absorb these the rate of heating depends on the power rating of the if we use the technology properly. So don’t forget waves. oven and on the water content, density and amount to read the product manual carefully. Microwave ovens are used in many of food being heated. Microwave energy does not homes today. Is this safe? penetrate well in thicker pieces of food, and may pro- The design of microwave ov- duce uneven cooking. This can lead to a health risk if ens ensures that the parts of the food are not heated suffi ciently to kill po- Pabasari Arundathi Kolyabandara tentially dangerous micro-organisms. Researcher Because of the potential for uneven University of Sri Jayewardenepura Wednesday, September 4, 2019 09

identity, trademarks are often monopolize words which occurin of a company in terms of what products displayed on company build- everyday language. In the memora- andservices they offer and also the es- ings. It is legally recognized ble words of Cozens-Hardy MR in sence of what the company stands for as a type of intellectual “PERFECTION”:JOSEPH CROS- in terms ofservice and other emotional, property. FIELD & SONS APPLICATION [1909 non-tangible consumer concerns” [D. The fi rst legislative act 26 RPC 837 at 854] “the greatcom- Antonucci 2014]. concerning trademarks mon of the English language” should Perhaps it could be fairly said that, in was passed in 1266 be kept open to use by all manufac- Sri Lanka, the terms “brand” and “brand under the reign of turers andtraders. Delhi High Court name” are often used, in a general way, HenryIII, requiring in RHIZOME DISTILLERIES P. LTD to denote the composite whole of the all bakers to use a vs. PERNOD RICARD S.A.FRANCE ideas, impressions and beliefs in the distinctive mark [2009 Indlaw DEL 2900 para 24] states minds of the public with regard to an for the bread they that, “It is ouranalysis that no exclusive enterprise or company or a particular sold The fi rst or proprietary rights can be claimed product and not as terms used to refer modern trade- by either of the partiesbefore us in re- to specifi c Intellectual Property rights mark laws spect of the word IMPERIAL which is which are recognized in our Law and emerged in not only in common parlance to be- are protected by our Law. the late 19th found in every dictionary, but is also But, at the same time, it has to be rec- laudatory in nature as it alludes to ognized that, there are also instances royalty orgrandeur.”. In the same where the terms “brand” and “brand case, Vikramajit Sen J [at para name” are sometimes used, in every- day language, especially in the fi eld of Marketing, to mean or refer to a trade mark, which, it hardly needs to be said, is a type of Intellectual Property rec- ognized in our law. That is refl ected in the defi nition of the word “brand” by the American Marketing Association which states that a “brand” is “A name, term, design, symbol, or any other feature that identifi es one seller’s good or ser- istorically, the word “brand” dates vice as distinct from those of other sell- back to the days when shepherds H ers.The legal term for brand is trade- placed marks on their sheep to identify mark.”. [emphasized added by me] On them from the property of other shep- century. In France the same lines, Philip Kotler, the ac- herds. This was done by placing a hot the fi rst comprehensive claimed teacher and writer on Market- iron against the sheep to burn a unique trademark system in the ing, states in his work titled “Marketing mark into them. The term “brandr,” or world was passed into law in Management”, a “brand” is a “name, “to burn,” became “brand.” 1857. The TradeMarks Act 1938 of term, sign, symbol, or design (or a When the practice became wide- the United Kingdom changed the sys- combination of these) intended to iden- spread, a rancher named Samuel tem, permitting registration based on tify the goods and services of one seller Maverick determined that there was “intent-to-use”, creating an examina- or group of sellers and to differentiate no need to place brands on his sheep tion based process, and creating an them from those of the competitor.“. In because everyone else did. Thus, the application publication system. The fact, the Shorter Oxford Dictionary [5th term “maverick” came into the lexicon. 1938 Act, which served as a model for ed.] states the words “Brand name” Decades later, after the Industrial similar legislation elsewhere, contained 24] expressed the general rulethus: means “a trade or proprietary name”. Revolution, improved manufacturing other novel concepts such as “associ- “The jural message, therefore, is clear Black’s Law Dictionary [6th ed.] de- enabled goods to be sold all over the ated trademarks”, a consent to use and unequivocal. If a party chooses to fi nes the word “Brand” as meaning “A world, and manufacturers wanted their system, a defensive mark system, and use ageneric, descriptive, laudatory or word, mark, symbol, design, term or goods to be identifi ed against competi- non-claiming right system. common word, it must realize that it will a combination of these, both visual or tors, which led to brand names. You The well-known rule of both the law of not be accordedexclusivity in the use of oral, used for the purpose of identifi ca- hear popular brand names in your daily trademarks and also the law relating to such words.”. tion of some product or service”. That life, like Pepsi, Apple, Android, Target `passing off’ is that, in the absence of The law relating to trademarks or the is on much the same lines in meaning and more. special circumstances such as, for ex- law relating to `passing off’, must be and effect with the defi nition of a trade These names have power in the mar- ample, cases where extensive use and limited to a depiction of that word in a mark in section 101 of the Intellectual ketplace and it’s necessary to grant nurture have resulted in widespread ac- manner which is distinctive. It hardly Property Act which states that a “`trade legal protections to avoid others usurp- ceptance that a particular word is indel- needsto be mentioned here that, the mark” means “any visible sign serving ing the names or creating marketplace ibly associated with a particular product depiction of the word in a distinctive to distinguish the goods of one enter- confusion. That legal protection is the or, cases where, as observed by Lord manner may beachieved by the use of prise from those of another enterprise” trademark. A trademark grants exclu- Herschell in REDDAWAY vs. BANHAM a particular font or a particular colour and also the description in section 102 sive rights over the use of a brand iden- [1896 AC 199] a word has acquired a or a particular design or acombination (3) of the Act which states “A mark may tifi er to the owner, as well as the power “secondary meaning” that it refers to a of these elements or, to use the words consist in particular, of arbitrary or fanci- to bar others from creating confusion or particular product, no person can ac- of Aldous LJ in KONINKLIJKEPHILIPS ful designations, names, pseudonyms, unfair competition through lawsuits. quire a trade mark which confers an ex- ELECTRONICS NV vs. REMINGTON geographical names, slogans, devices, A trademarkis a recognizable sign, clusive right to use a name or word that CONSUMER PRODUCT [2003 Ch. reliefs, letters, numbers, labels, enve- design, or expression which identifi es is usedin ordinary, everyday language 159], In Sri Lanka, the terms “brand” lopes, emblems, prints, stamps, seals, products or services of a particular and, similarly, no person can, by alleg- and “brand name”are used more often vignettes, selvedges, borders and edg- source from those of others, although ing `passing off’,prevent another from in the corporate, marketing and adver- ings, combinations and arrangements trademarks used to identify services using a name or word that is used in tising arenas to denote thetotality of the of colours and shapes of goods and are usually called service marks. The ordinary, everyday language. identity and image of an enterprise or containers.”. trademark owner can be an individual, The principle is that, ordinary words company and also sometimes torefer to businessorganization, or any legal en- Continued On Next Issue... should be available for use by every- the totality of the identity and image of a tity. A trademark may be located on a one and, therefore, no single manu- particular product. Thus, a “Brand”has package, a label, a voucher, or on the Yasas Chandra De Silva facturer or trader is permitted to been described as the “known identity product itself. For the sake of corporate Attorney at law Wednesday, September 4, 2019 10

s human beings we all do communicate with each the cell density or the beyond, they behave as a group. Aother in order to share information among us. Ultimately this group behavior will lead to the desired What about our cells? Do they communicate? The action/activity of the bacteria. Development of antibiotic resistance in bacteria is one answer is “Yes”. In order to have proper co-ordination Based on the above knowledge on bacterial QS, sci- of the major problems in world health care manage- among them and to response to the changes of the entists have come up with different innovative ideas ment, which triggers the ever increasing demand for environment they inhabit, they also communicate with to modulate this system, such a way to benefi t on hu- new antibiotics. Intriguingly, QQ has shed green light each other. This is not only a common behavior of cells man beings; especially concerning on interfering the on this crisis, through its ability to inhibit virulence be- in our body, but also that of primitive uni-cellular organ- communication regarding their virulent behavior. This haviors of pathogenic bacteria and more importantly isms; bacteria. Bacteria also can communicate with approach was the beginningof exploring the novel type to disrupt the biofi lms of the bacteria. Biofi lms are each other and synchronize their behaviors and func- of anti-infective agents which can represent the next- multi-cellular structure, attached to a solid surface, tions. Most of the bacteria use a molecular commu- generation of antibiotics. Interference of QS is termed embedded in an extracellularmatrix. This extracellular nication system called ‘quorum sensing (QS)’ which as ‘quorum quenching’ (QQ) or ‘anti-quorum sensing’ matrix is made out of different biomolecules including in turn help to coincides the synthesis and secretion which can be achieved by several approaches includ- carbohydrates and proteins which in turn can prevent of virulence factors, formation of special structural ing interfering the production or perception of AIs by the ability of some antibiotics to penetrate the bacte- arrangements termed as ‘biofi lms’ and formation of using mimicry molecules, known as QS inhibitors, rial cells, promoting antibiotic resistance. Bacterial spores etc. among them, by selectively switching on scavenging of AIs using biomolecules such as antibod- biofi lms are considered to be 100–1,000times more the corresponding genes. ies, and degradation of AIs by using QQ enzymes, resistant to antimicrobial compounds as compared QS was discovered in 1979 in two luminousmarine outside of the cells. totheir other structural conformations. Moreover, up bacterial species, Vibrio fi scheri and Vibrio harveyi, According to the fi rst approach mentioned above, AIs to 80 % of infections are biofi lm associated infections where both species could emit light, only at are targeted by their structural mimics, and therein biofi lm formation is one of the initial stages a high cell-population density. This ground (most of which are peptides in nature), of establishment of any infection. On the other hand, breaking fi nding opened avenues for further either been isolated among natural com- elimination of biofi lms from health care devices and elucidation of this specifi c type of commu- pounds or synthetically designed. In this environment found to become a challenge with avail- nication system among bacteria, in which regard, these compounds may compete able antimicrobial or antibiotic products, in order to signaling molecules designated as ‘auto- with the AIs and block the cognate re- minimize the hospital acquired infections (HAIs). Thus, inducers (AIs)’ which can be released ac- ceptors resulting in prevention of bind- most of the research studies are focused on the QQ cording to the cell density, make bacterial ing the AIs with the receptors to trigger approaches to interfere the communication among cells to perceive information about their cell the QS system. However, the exact pathogenic bacteria, leading to biofi lm formation. density (number of cells per unit volume) mechanisms used by the different QS Some of the results of those studies suggest that QQ and exercise different functional behaviors inhibitors are yet to be revealed and approaches employed with QQ enzymes and QS in- which are ineffective at low cell densities. most probably differ from one inhibitor hibitors are potential way of enhancing antibiotic sen- In other words, bacteria can sense their toanother. Polyphenols extracted from sitivity; therebyreducing antibiotic active doses while ‘quorum’ or the threshold level of cell den- Dr. D.A.S. Elvitigala tea or honey,ajoene from garlic, eugenol using them in combination with antibiotics. sity through the concentration of chemical (PhD), from clove or other natural products ob- Most of the experimental evidences of QQ as a thera- signals known as AIs, released; resulting Lecturer - Faculty of tained from marine organisms and fungi peuticstrategy were reported from pre-clinical trials in a trigger of important biological function Nursing, University of can be frequently used as natural inhibi- where different animal models, such as mouse and C. or process of the bacteria. These functional Colombo tors of AIs. On the other hand 5-fl uoro- elegans(Invetebrate worm) were used. However, few behaviors of the bacteria include formation uracil (5-FU) and azithromycin are some QQ molecules reached up to human clinical trials re- of virulence factors to establish an infection, examples for the synthetic inhibitors of vealing some benefi cial effects of QS inhibitors. There- formation of bio-fi lms (fi lm of bacteria where they at- AIs. Azithromycine is frequently used as an antibiotic fore, further investigations are deserved to validate the tach to each other and to a surface), which generally apart from its behavior as a QS inhibitor. Substantial QQ approach in therapeutic platform. occurs at the beginning of establishing an infection, amount of QQ enzymes have also been reported to The ability of QQ to prevent bacterial virulence and bi- sporulation (formation of resistant spores), antibiotic date, which can disrupt the bacterial QS systems by ofi lm formation has benefi ted on development of novel production and motility (movements of bacteria). Ac- breaking down the AIs including phosphotriesterases- medical devicesusing QQ agents, with the objective cording to this communication strategy, at low cell den- like lactonases(PLLs),lactonases, acylases, and oxi- of minimizing the HAIs. Under the light of this back- sities, bacteria generally display individual behaviors, doreductases. ground, new generationsof, dressings, contact lenses, whereas when they reach thethreshold of and implantabledevices along with orthopedic and traumadevices are currently being developed. Col- lectively, the wide array of QS inhibitors as well as QQ enzymes will propel the progression of innova- tions on devices with medical relevance. In summary, disruption of bacterial QS using QQ approaches are currently been cherished among scientists, especially focusing on developing novel anti-bacterial therapeutics. However, further re- searches are in progress on characterization of dif- ferent QQ strategies, which can be applied on both the single bacterial species level and in the context of bacterial communities. Future studies will pave the way to gain deep insights into the exact mode of action with respect to each QQ approach and its possibility of using in therapy, combination therapy and application as coatingsin medicaldevices, rep- Fig-1. Different approaches in anti-quorum sensing resenting next generation of anti-bacterial agents. Wednesday, September 4, 2019 11

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y 2050 there will be a billion peo- leaders are Science Bple to feed, clothe, transport, em- increasing their ploy and educate. We’re committed to power and digital Knowledge a growth driven world economy that surveillance. must infl ate for centuries, supplying Leaders want Win limitless consumption to everyone. new options as With new tech, could we add a digital much as every- 100 valuable world that helps everyone succeed one else. and prosper while working together? Clearly, there is prizes Could we become successful world room to dream where greatness is normal? about a more One day greatness will be in our grasp. successful world Is your science knowledge really up-to-date? But rather than waiting can we reach it along with new If so, read the newspaper and write the now? thechnology. answers to the 10 questions given below and Here’s the good news digital devices Can a new digital send them to us. One hundred winners will have made your life better. Here’s the window display a bad news. Although incredibly cool, new future? receive valuable prizes from the Ministry of ible to anyone you want what is still Science, Technology and Research. devices are still in early stages of de- This new option started in 2007 with called ‘publishing’ or ‘broadcasting’ velopment. Maybe that’s not really big questions. Can we envision a can be accomplished in a multitude of bad, when you think what’s coming world where tech helps everyone suc- ways with a multitude of outcomes. 1. What does quorum sensing do? next. ceed and prosper? Can that world be You are the publisher. You are the 2. How is “brand” name defi ned? Until now, the devices you’ve had in designed and build now, without wait- broadcaster. You are the digital reality your hands and on your desks have ing for the future to arrive? creator. 3. What elements represent the architectural offered quite both usefulness and fun. Our world is full of screens. We keep Much of your life is already you cen- and engineering applications of “Ambalam” But you couldn’t call it a fully digital them in our hands, purses, and pock- tered. Next your digital life will let you buildings? world yet. It’s not even close. ets next to our beds while we sleep, become the person and people you’ve There are limitations you switch on and surround ourselves with screens always dreamed of becoming. 4. At what stage does the patent become im your gadgets and wait or you have to on our desks and counter tops. Our In the Expand verse your life is truly prtant? fi nd the app you want and wait for it. TV sets are morphing into interactive yours. Construct reality to enjoy what 5. How is the path way of a Satellite Build? They might have an operating system screens as we put them online they makes you truly happy for your fl eet- 6. What is the method that use for whose principles you have to follow. display everything for free. ing moment, or create an identity and They allow you a little creativity, but Billions of us Together All of us suc- enjoy it for a life time. And tomorrow Communication in deep space? only a little. ceeding as much as we choose. All the which dreams will your want next? 7. What are the names to the new planets Then your apps or data might not work time. How many? Who will you want in discovered by a team of Sri Lankan scientists? with another device that you bought, Let’s dream a little. Let’s dream about them? say, last week or last year. The last technology we could build, about a Your digital life is a real life. Where 8. What are the objectives of the Youth time you saw a friend with a new de- world we could enjoy. ever you really are. For billions of peo- Innovation Social Forum? vice you don’t have, could theirs be Turn on a you – Centered Digital World ple all across the Earth, Yesterday’s 9. How should quality leadership work to build better? May be! If you future devices we continuous, world isn’t succeeding well enough or Clearly, there is room to dream about your control over all your devices, and fi xing problems fast enough. Too many business models? new technology. There’ room to dream the continuous digital world they could are struck, educated, aware, capable 10. What are the factors to be considered about building the world we want, in- open for your could expand exponen- and connected yet locked in a limited when using microwave ovens? stead of the one we’re turning into. tially. future instead of free to soar. Powerful problems drive powerful You switch between multiple screens. Yes, you will be a global person. Who dreams When you leave your old screen it connects everywhere? And yes, the Send your answers to reach the following We have reached greatness, but the, stores “Where” and “Who” your are, whole world and its best knowledge th magnifi cent size of our successes will then turns off. Your new screen recog- and resources will be local to you, at address on or before 25 September 2019. With be matched by the size of our growing nizes your, turns on, retrieves “where” your fi ngertips, under your control. your name and personal address. Please men- crisis of success. By 2050 there will be and “who” you are, puts you “there” It Everyone could rise to the top. 9 billion people to feed clothe, trans- is truly automatic. As our digital world grows, devices will tioned as “Science knowledge” on the upper left port, employ, educate and entertain. Your digital life will always be on, al- have to expand until you devices can corner of the envelop. Billions are committed to a growth- ways open always yours. You’ll live in serve you totally. This won’t happen driven world economy they expect your “Shared Planetary Life Spaces” overnight but it’s time to start realizing Director (Research), to infl ate for centuries to come. As Technology is about to move much that it will happen. Science and Research Development we purse unlimited growth, our limit- faster and converge with entertain- Unlike any generation before in his- less consumption threatens to crowd ment, until life is entertainment and tory, we know how to design and build Division, Ministry of Science, out everything else on Earth. We are entertainment is life or dare I say it, our dreams. Expand your mind and Technology and Research, warming the climate. your lives. expand your future. Billions of people are at the bottom In your digital life you can walk through Are you ready to take your fi rst step? 3rd Floor, Sethsiripaya (Stage 1), of the economy. The middle class is a beautiful new dawn. Or your own ac- declining in advanced societies. Youth tion movie sequel. Battaramulla under employment is epidemic in many With your as both one of the directors M.N. Sahla Baanu countries. The forecast is for billions to and one of the stars you can make any student remain stuck for their whole lives. or all of your digital world’s outputs vis- K/ Girls High school Many no longer believe today’s Answers to the questions which appeared in leaders can improve August edition and the winners are this, though mentioned in www.mostr.gov.lk the today’s offi cial website of the Ministry of Science Technology and Research

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“Sahasak Nimavum 2019” Jayasamara Gunarathne Asst. Director National Exhibition for Inventions and Innovations (Technical Assesments) Ishara Sudarshani Aligned with 14 technical elds under four main categories namely School, Dhammika Rathnayake University & Tertiary Education Institiutes, Open and Commercialized. Madhuka Subhashini Amarasinghe Kaushalya Ganegoda (Science and Research Medicine and Pharmacy Public Safety Agriculture Development Division) Public Works and Infrastructure Food Technology Energy Offi cial Photographs Information and Communication Technology Chemistry Dulip Nayanapriya Transportation Ministry Media Unit Environmental Conservation Tradition Medicine Engineering Physics A unique opportunity to experience the wonder of local and foregin inventions

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