Avi Perera — Academic Portfolio

Research &
Publications

A comprehensive archive of policy reports, working papers, preprints, and academic publications mapping the intersection of artificial intelligence, international law, and global security frameworks.

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Policy Reports & Disarmament Toolkits

Toolkit Published with: Campaign to Stop Killer Robots

Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS) Disarmament Toolkit

A comprehensive resource framework for disarmament advocacy and the development of autonomous weapons policy, designed to bridge the gap between technical AI capabilities and international humanitarian law.

Research Report June 2023 DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.21829.51684

Research Report on Social Media Impacts on Critical Thinking and Academic Achievements

Avi Perera

An empirical analysis mapping the cognitive and academic outcomes associated with algorithmic engagement on social platforms.

Conference Papers & Posters

Conference Poster March 2025 DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.10288.67842

Weapons that think must not decide: Enforcing meaningful human control in warfare

Presented at: UNIDIR Global Conference on AI, Security and Ethics (Geneva)

Avi Perera, Heramb Podar, Adrian Klaits, Rujuta Karekar, Patience Chepchirchir

Meaningful human control (MHC) is key to ensuring autonomous weapons systems (AWS), especially those capable of applying lethal force, remain accountable and compliant with International Humanitarian Law. This research outlines actionable steps to implement MHC, establish clear red lines of responsibility, and minimize risks to human dignity in conflict situations.

Research Poster June 2023 DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.17755.94242

Research Poster on Social Media Impacts on Critical Thinking and Academic Achievements

Avi Perera

Poster about a research report on the social media impacts on critical thinking. You can find the full research report here.

Working Papers & Preprints

Working Paper June 2025 DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.15350.92489

Scholarly Analysis: The Algorithmic Reshaping of Radicalisation Pathways and its Democratic Implications

Avi Perera

A structural analysis of how engagement-optimised recommendation algorithms alter traditional pathways to extremism, and the resulting challenges for democratic institutional resilience.

Preprint January 2025 DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.12596.31360

Why Do States Comply With International Agreements and Treaties (GDPR Case Study)

Avi Perera

Examining the theoretical drivers of state compliance in international law through the lens of data protection frameworks, specifically mapping the extraterritorial effects of the GDPR.

Articles & Analytical Works

The Myth of the "Third World": Why We Must Abandon the Language of Empire

2025 · Blog Post · DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.15112.89603
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The Ethical Implications of AI in Warfare and Defence: A Comprehensive Perspective

2024 · Article
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AI Ethics Case Studies: Lessons Learned from Real-World Failures

2024 · Article
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Finite and Infinite Games: A Multidisciplinary Analysis

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The Science and Methodology of Electoral Forecasting: Analysing Predictive Models in American Presidential Elections

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