CAREER SUMMARY
- April 2024 - to Present - Senior Lecturer, Department of Information Technology, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (Matara Center), Sri Lanka.
- April 2019 - to 2024 - Lecturer, Department of Information Technology, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (Matara Center), Sri Lanka.
- 2009 - 2019 - Assistant Lecturer, Department of Information Technology, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (Matara Center), Sri Lanka.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
- MSc. in Information Technology - SLIIT (with a Distinction)
- BSc.Special (Hons) in Information Technology - SLIIT (Second Class)
HONOURS AND AWARDS
- Best Performance Award - MSc. in Information Technology (SLIIT)
- 10 Years Long Service Award
RESEARCH INTERESTS AND MEMBERSHIP
Research Interests
- ML
- E - Learning
- ICT for Development
- HCI
- SE Related
Memberships
- CSSL Membership
RESEARCH AREAS
- Artificial Intelligence in Education
- Software Engineering
- Human-Centred Computing
- Machine Learning
- Image Processing
- Natural Language Processing
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.
ONGOING RESEARCH
Reading for MPhil in Information Technology
Supervisor : Dr. Anuradha Karunasena
Co Supervisor : Dr.Namalie Walgampaya
External Co Supervisor : Dr.Pradeepa Samarasinghe
Topic : Develop a Sinhala Handwriting Learning Tool to Enhance Real-time Letter Formation And Writing Accuracy for Dysgraphia Students
PUBLICATIONS
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Automating Voice-Based Conversations into Formal User Stories Using LLM and Speech Recognition
Chathura Prabath Jayasingha; Suriyaa Kumari,
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Agile User Story Builder: Transform Real-Time User Requirement Conversations into Well-Structured Agile User Stories
Sanduni Sathsarani ; Yasitha Sandun;Ravindu Rusith ; Shakila Himaranga ; Suriyaa Kumari ; N.H.P Ravi Supunya Swarnakantha,
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Machine Learning Approach to Identify Spread of Kidney Diseases in Sri Lanka
Hansika Kithmin L Hewa, NAS Deshan, NH P Ravi Supunya Swarnakantha, Suriyaa Kumari, (5th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC))
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Trek—A Mobile App Solution for Safe Exploration and Healthy Lifestyles
ARVS Fernando, WMPD Weesinghe, KJS Wijewardhana, RRWGBPPM Hulangamuwa, Suriyaa Kumari, Dulani Jayasinghe, (5th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC))
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Mobile App Based Enhanced Features for Promote SL Tourism
Madhavee Liyanagei, Binusha Jayamal, Vasula Yasas, Tashmi Amaya, NHP Ravi Supunya Swarnakantha, Suriyaa Kumari, (5th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC))
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Smart Aquarium Caring System Using Image Processing and IoT
Maheshi Jayasinghe, Awasha Wettewa, Bhagya Senanayake, Sashintha Dasanayake, Suriyaa Kumari, Sanjeevi Chandrasiri, (5th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC))
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Musa Base - Mobile Application for Banana Farmers to Minimize the Challenges in Banana Production During the Pre-Harvest and Post-Harvest Period
Kavinda G.H.M, Liyanagolla M.N.V.K, Dissanayake D.D, Suriyaa Kumari, N.H.P. Ravi Supunya, (International Conference on Innovative Computing, Intelligent Communication and Smart Electrical systems 2023)
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E-patient Card: An Integrated Electronic Health Recording System for Patient
K. W. Ashan Pivithuru, A. Srinivasan, A. Wijeratnam, I. Nassar, S. S. Chandrasiri, P. K. Suriyaa Kumari, (3rd International conference on advancements in computing -2021 (ICAC2021))
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Kidland : An Augmented Reality-based approach for Smart Ordering for Toy Store
W.M.C.D.Wijayalath , R.M.T.T.Ranasinghe , M.T.H.Thennakoon, H.D.Vithanage , Suriyaa Kumari , Sanjeevi Chandrasiri, (6th International Conference On Information Technology Research)
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Diagnostic Intervention for Mental Disorder
Sasindu Senanayake; Chathura Karunanayaka; Lahiru Dananjaya; Lashan Chamodya; Suriyaa Kumari; Sanjeevi Chandrasiri, (6th International Conference On Information Technology Research)
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Sensor-Based Emotion Tracking System for Computer Games
W.R.M.G.K. Wickramasinghe; R.M.B. Devduni; D.T.C.B. Dasanayaka; M.N.N. Mohomed; Suriyaa Kumari; Thamali Dassanayake, (3rd International conference on advancements in computing -2021 (ICAC2021))
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An Online Tutoring Application
Fernandopulle S.R. ; Warnasooriya W.M.C.D.B. ; Jayasinghe J.M.H.N. ; S.M.D.Theeraj ; Uthpala Samarakoon ; Suriya Kumari, (3rd International conference on advancements in computing -2021 (ICAC2021))
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Automated Sinhala News Platform Based on Machine Learning and Deep Learning
N.P.G. Ashani Malsha; K. Dulmini Heshani; R. Kavishka Ransara; D.M.D.D. Ayesh Bandara; P.K. Suriyaa Kumari ; K. Thilmi Anuththara, (3rd International conference on advancements in computing -2021 (ICAC2021))
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Lexisguru: Mobile Application for Learning Basic Lexis in English for Kids
Thilakarathne K.N.U; Aruna Dilshan Hennayaka W.H.M;Fernando M.P.M; Muthunayakage J.V.J; Uthpala Samarakoon; Suriyaa Kumari, (IMCL2021 - International Conference on Interactive Mobile Communication, Technologies and Learning)
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User-friendly Enhanced Machine Learning-based Railway Management System for Sri Lanka
G.L.V. Mihiranga; W.K.M. Weerasooriya; T.L.P. Palliyaguruge; P.N.G. Gunasekera; M.P. Gamage; P.K.S. Kumari, (2021 IEEE 12th Annual Information Technology, Electronics and Mobile Communication Conference (IEMCON))
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Tievs: Classified Advertising Enhanced Using Machine Learning Techniques
Dhanuja Ranawake; Savandi Bandaranayake; Ravihari Jayasekara; Imashi Madhushani; Manori Gamage; Suriyaa Kumari, (2021 IEEE 12th Annual Information Technology, Electronics and Mobile Communication Conference (IEMCON))
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Use of LIME for Human Interpretability in Sinhala Document Classification
P.K.Suriyaa Kumari, Prasanna S. Haddela, (IEEE International Research Conference on SMART COMPUTING and SYSTEMS ENGINEERING – 2019)
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IOT BASED SMART WASTE BIN MODEL TO OPTIMIZE THE WASTE MANAGEMENT PROCESS
P.K.Suriyaa Kumari, T.H.N.Lakmal Jeewananda, N.H.P.Ravi Supunya, Vathsala J. Karunanayake,