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info@sliit.lkCAREER SUMMARY
- Data Engineer Intern at DigitalX Pvt Ltd (July 2019 - January 2020)
- Associate Data Engineer at Mitra Innovation Pvt Ltd (April 2021 - September 2021)
- Academic Instructor at Faculty of Engineering, University of Peradeniya (February 2022 - December 2023)
- Assistant Lecturer in Department of Information Technology (December 2023 - February 2026)
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology - Sri Lanka - Lecturer in Department of Information Technology (February 2026 - Present)
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology - Sri Lanka
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
B.Sc (Hons) in Information Technology specializing in Data Science, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Sri Lanka
RESEARCH INTERESTS AND MEMBERSHIP
Research Interests
- Data Science
- Artificial Inteliigence
- NLP
RESEARCH AREAS
- Artificial Intelligence in Education
- Computer Vision
- Data Science
- Artificial intelligence
RESEARCH CLUSTERS
Centre of Excellence for AI (CEAI)
A multidisciplinary initiative advancing AI research in machine learning, NLP, and big data analytics to solve complex global challenges and drive intelligent decision-making.
PUBLICATIONS
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Underwater Waste Detection Using Deep Learning: A Performance Comparison of YOLOv7–10 and Faster R-CNN
U.M.M.P.K.Nawarathne, H.M.N.S.Kumari, H.M.L.S.Kumari, “International Journal of Research in Computing (IJRC)” , pp. 1-13
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Differentiated Thyroid Cancer Recurrence Classification Using Machine Learning Models and Bayesian Neural Networks with Varying Priors: A SHAP-Based Interpretation of the Best Performing Model
HMNS Kumari, HMLS Kumari, UMMPK Nawarathne, “International Journal of Research in Computing (IJRC)” , pp. TBD
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A YOLOV8 Classification Approach Using ESPCN Processed Images for Bean Leaf Disease Detection
UMMPK Nawarathne,CK Walgampaya, “KDU Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, 2025” , pp. 96-105
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Optimizing LLMs for Context-Sensitive Text Summarization: Insights from PLOS and SciSummNet
U.M.M.P.K. Nawarathne, Subodha Subasinghe, Tasikala Rathnayake, Prasanna Sumathipala,
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Novel Approach for Improving Quality and Process Optimization in the Garment Industry
G.G.K.K. Wijerathne, U.M.M.P.K. Nawarathne, W.A.A.K. Weerasekara, L.H.C.J. De Silva, Vijani Piyawardana, Jesuthasan Alosius, (International Conference on Advanced Research in Computing (ICARC 2021))
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Predictive Analytics for Machinery Maintenance in the Production of Quality Garments
U.M.M.P.K. Nawarathne, Vijani Piyawardana, Jesuthasan Alosius, ( International Conference in Data Science 2021)
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A Sentiment Analysis of COVID-19 Tweets Data Using Different Word Embedding Techniques
U.M.M.P.K.Nawarathne, H.M.N.S.Kumari, (International Research Conference on Smart Computing and Systems Engineering (SCSE) 2023)
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A Bayesian Approach for Raisin Data Classification
U.M.M.P.K.Nawarathne, H.M.N.S.Kumari, (International Research Conference on Smart Computing and Systems Engineering (SCSE) 2023)
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A Gated Recurrent Unit Neural Network based Predictive Maintenance Approach for Machinery Maintenance in the Apparel Industry
U.M.M.P.K.Nawarathne, C.K.Walgampaya, I Aberathne, (Kotelawala Defence University International Research Conference 2023)
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Machine Failure Prediction Using Multilabel Classification Methods
U.M.M.P.K.Nawarathne, H.M.N.S.Kumari, “Journal of Advances in Engineering and Technology” , pp. 37-45
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Classification of Fungi Images Using Different Convolutional Neural Networks
U.M.M.P.K.Nawarathne, H.M.N.S.Kumari, (International Conference on Information Technology Research (ICITR 2024))
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Comparative Analysis of Jellyfish Classification: A Study Using YOLOv8 and Pre-trained Models
U.M.M.P.K.Nawarathne, H.M.L.S.Kumari, H.M.N.S.Kumari, (International Research Conference on Smart Computing and Systems Engineering (SCSE) 2024)
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Adapting Pedagogical Frameworks to Online Learning: Simulating the Tutor Role with LLMs and the QUILT Model
Sandaru Madhubhashana, Vibhashana Ranhinda, Dineth Jayakody, Lakmuthu Shavinda, Malithi Nawarathne, Prasanna Haddela, (6th International Conference on Advancements in Computing)
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A Comparative Study in Usage of Convolutional Neural Network Models in Waste Classification
U.M.M.P.K.Nawarathne, C.K.Walgampaya, (International Research Conference on Smart Computing and Systems Engineering (SCSE) 2025)
