CAREER SUMMARY
Prof. Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi is currently serves as the Head of the First Year Division in Faculty of Computing at Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT).
She has been actively involved in academic development, teaching, and research, contributing significantly to undergraduate and postgraduate education in computing. Over the years, she has undertaken key academic roles and supervised research students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in Computer Science
- M.Sc. in Information Technology
- B.Sc. Special Hons in Information Technology
HONOURS AND AWARDS
Best paper award - Gold Medal for “Interactive Tool to Visualize the Performance of Students in Online Learning”, International Poster Presentation Competition, October 2020.
RESEARCH INTERESTS AND MEMBERSHIP
Research Interests
Big Data Analytics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Advanced Machine Learning, Education and E-Learning
Memberships
Senior member of IEEE (SMIEEE)
member of IET (MIET)
member of CSSL (MCSSL)
RESEARCH AREAS
- Artificial Intelligence in Education
- Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
RESEARCH CLUSTERS
Mixed Reality (MR)
Exploring immersive technologies like AR/VR and computer vision to transform industries such as education, healthcare, and entertainment through interactive digital experiences.
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.
ONGOING RESEARCH
- Application of Deep Learning and related Advanced Machine Learning technologies in Helthcare industry
- Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
- AI in Education
PUBLICATIONS
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BetelCare: ML-Powered App for Betel Farming in Sri Lanka
Ranawaka, W. and Fernando, B. and Siriwardhana, E. and Dewasinghe, U. and Kasthuriarachchi, Sanvitha and Weerasinghe, Lokesha,
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Transforming Online Learning with CNN and NLP: Personalized Education
Abilash Lathaharan, Danushan Ravendran, Agash Varatharasa, Abinaya Thayaparan, Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi, Karthiga Rajendran,
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Identification of diabetic related eye diseases using deep learning
Wijesinghe KH, UKT Dilshan, KBGL Dilshan, MAU Tharupathi, Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi, Samantha Rajapaksha,
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Clever zone – an interactive mobile learning aid for advanced level biology students in sri lanka
Chandula, Y., Jayashantha, C. N., Udayantha, N., Jayasekara, V., Kasthuriarachchi, S., & Rajendran, K, “International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology” , pp. 291-298
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Surveillance and predictive information system for tea smallholdings
K.M.R.I. Senanayaka, M.A.G. Jayawardena, W.T.N.S. Piyarathna, A.M.S.U. Abaymanna, Kasthuriarachchi, S., & Pulasinghe, K., “International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology” , pp. 115-122
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ZeGo - mobile application for canine health care and analysis
Edirisooriya, N. D., Ranasinghe R.A.M.M., Herath H.M.V.W.K., Apurwa W.K.E., Kasthuriarachchi, S., & Kelegama, T., “International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology” , pp. 461- 469
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Interpretable prediction of student dropout using explainable AI models
Prasadini Padmasiri, Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi,
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Coconut disease prediction system using image processing and deep learning techniques
Dhapitha Nesarajan, Lokini Kunalan, Mithun Logeswaran, Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi, Dilani Lungalage,
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Predicting the Academic Performance of Students Using Utility-Based Data Mining
Kasthuriarachchi, K. T.; Liyanage, S. R.,
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Building NLP Tools to Process Sinhala Text Data Written using English Letters
WSA Kurera, RK Rajapaksha, HAP Rupasinghe, KLDUB Liyanage, Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi, Samantha Rajapakshe, (2022 4th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC))
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Health Care–A Personalized Guidance for Non-Communicable Diseases
DDTD Dakshima, K Seliya Mindula, RMSJ Rathnayake, Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi, AK Buddhi Chathuranga, Dilani Lunugalage, (2022 4th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC))
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A Surveillance System Controlling Covid-19 in Office Environments
DPA Bandara, SPDD Prera, DNPDD Perera, Pasindu Nimsara D Silva, Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi, UU Samantha Rajapaksha, (2022 4th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC))
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Mobile Application for Mental Health Using Machine Learning
ES Mendis, LW Kasthuriarachchi, HPKL Samarasinha, Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi, Samantha Rajapaksa, (2022 4th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC))
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Three-Layer Stacked Generalization Architecture With Simulated Annealing for Optimum Results in Data Mining
Kasthuriarachchi, K. T., Liyanage, S. R, “International Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (IJAIML)” , pp. 1-27
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EduMiner- An Automated Data Mining Tool for Intelligent Mining of Educational Data
Kasthuriarachchi, K.T.S. and Liyanage, S.R., (3rd International Conference on Advances in Computing and Technology (ICACT ‒ 2018))
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Predicting Students’ Academic Performance using Utility Based Educational Data Mining
K. T. S. Kasthuriarachchi and S. R. Liyanage, (Frontier Computing- Theory, Technologies and Applications)
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Use of Utility Based Interestingness Measures to Predict the Academic Performance of Technology Learners in Sri Lanka
K. T. S. Kasthuriarachchi and S. R. Liyanage, (13th International Conference on Computer Science & Education (ICCSE))
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A Data Mining Approach to Identify the Factors Affecting the Academic Success of Tertiary Students in Sri Lanka
Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi K.T., Liyanage S.R., Bhatt C.M. ,
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Recommendations for Students in Higher Education: A Machine Learning Approach
K.T.S. Kasthuriarachchi, S.R.Liyanage, (International Postgraduate Research Conference)
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Knowledge Discovery with Data Mining for Predicting Students’ Success Factors in Tertiary Education System in Sri Lanka
K.T.S. Kasthuriarachchi, S.R.Liyanage, (Sri Lanka Association for Artificial Intelligence 12th Annual Conference)
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A Review of Data Mining Methods for Educational Decision Support
K.T.S. Kasthuriarachchi, Chintan M. Bhatt, S.R.Liyanage, (International Postgraduate Research Conference, University of Kelaniya)
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An Interactive Visualization Tool for Learning Sorting Algorithms
K.T.S. Kasthuriarachchi, (7th International Conference on Education and New Learning Technologies )
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Design of Auxiliary Simulator for Analyzing the Deadlock Occurrence using Banker’s Algorithm
K.T.S. Kasthuriarachchi, U.U.S.K. Rajapakshe, ((IEEE) International Conference on Advances in ICT for Emerging Regions )
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A Case of Identification of the Importance of Communication Skills for IT Undergraduates
K.T.S. Kasthuriarachchi , “International Journal of Integrated Computer Applications & Research ”
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An Adhoc Network Based Mobile Android Remote Controller (REMODROID)
M. D. K. N. Senevirathne, P. H. V. Vishwani, K. T. S. Kasthuriarachchi , (5th International Research Symposium on Engineering Advancements )