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Name with Initials	Google Scholar Link	Primary Research Group	General Research Interests	Research Interest Areas for Mphil Supervision	විද්යුත් තැපෑල
මහාචාර්ය. චන්දිමාල් ජයවර්ධන		Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems (AIMS);	Robotics - Service Robotics, Human-Robot Interacion, Software Engineering for Robotics, Healthcare Robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), Machine learning, Artificial Intelligence	Robotics - Service Robotics, Human-Robot Interacion, Software Engineering for Robotics, Healthcare Robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), Machine learning, Artificial Intelligence	chandimal.j@sliit.lk
Prof. Pradeep Abeygunawardhana		Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems (AIMS)	Smart Agriculture, Smart Tourism, Robotics for entertainment, IoT based smart systems	Advanced communication for robotics systems, IoT enable robotic systems for daily life	pradeep.a@sliit.lk
මහාචාර්ය. මහේෂා කපුරුබණ්ඩාර		Computing for Inclusive and Equitable Society (CIES);	Teaching and Learning, Online Learning, Data Analytics, ICT for Small and Medium scale Enterprises (SMEs), Women Entrepreneurship, Business Process Management (BPM).	Teaching and Learning, Online Learning, Data Analytics, ICT for Small and Medium scale Enterprises (SMEs), Women Entrepreneurship, Business Process Management (BPM).	mahesha.k@sliit.lk
මහාචාර්ය. කෝලිය පුලසිංහ		Knowledge Inspired Computing (KIC)	Machine Learning, Health Informatics, and Computer Linguistics	Speech Recognition, Natural Language Understanding, Text-to-Speech conversion, and Dialogue Management Systems Recognize speech impairments of kids, Conversational interfaces for kids, Apps to motivate kids to engage in educational activities	koliya.p@sliit.lk
මහාචාර්ය. සමන්ත තෙලිජ්ජගොඩ		Knowledge Inspired Computing (KIC)	NLP, Computational Linguistics, Business Analytics	NLP, Computational Linguistics, Machine Translations, Information Extraction, Speech Recognition, Mobile Translations	samantha.t@sliit.lk
Prof. Sanath Jayawardena		Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems (AIMS);	Robotics and systems control, Automation, Mathematical modeling and simulation, Internet of Things (IoT)	Robotics and systems control, Automation, Mathematical modeling and simulation, Internet of Things (IoT)	sanath.j@sliit.lk
Dr. Nuwan Kodagoda		Software Systems & Technologies (SST);	Algorithm Design and Optimization in Parallel Computing, High Performance Computing, Machine Learning, Use and Development of Software Engineering Tools to improve the Software Development Processes, eLearning	Evaluating the Complexity of Code written in different Programming Languages, Development of a Domain Specific Programming language to do auto grading, Developing High Performance Computing Solutions for solving engineering and scientific problems	nuwan.k@sliit.lk
Dr. Kalpani Manathunga		Computing for Inclusive and Equitable Society (CIES)	Technology Enhanced Learning, Learning analytics and scalable pedagogies, Educational Psychology, Human Computer Interaction, Social Network Analysis, Assistive Technologies	Personalized Learning platforms, recommender systems, Learning Analytics or educational data mining, Educational Psychology, Any Human Computer Interaction related topic, Assistive Technologies for well-being, to improve quality of life	kalpani.m@sliit.lk
Dr. Samantha Rajapaksha		Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems (AIMS);	Semantic Web, Robotic Middleware, IOT, Algorithms related to Operating Systems	Electronic Diary for the day-to-day activities. Working with uncertain terms in service mobile robots, Adding the application-level security for ROS application, Developing user friendly interface for robotics application development, Task assignment and group formation for heterogeneous multiple robots, Ontology based question answering system, Adding common sense to robots using ontology, Security issues in ROS based robot access with sensors, IOT supported Operating system, Moving robots on unknown area, Enhanced CPU scheduling based on Machine learning techniques, Developing an algorithm for unknown object detection for mobile service robot, IOT supported Operating system, Optimized CPU scheduling algorithm for multicore system:	samantha.r@sliit.lk
Dr. Amitha Caldera		Knowledge Inspired Computing (KIC)	Data Science, Automatic Text Sumertization, Sentimental Analysis, Stock Market Prediction	Data Science, Big Data, Data Analytics	amitha.c@sliit.lk
Dr. Pradeepa Samarasinghe		Knowledge Inspired Computing (KIC)	Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Digital Health, Emotion, gaze and attention recognition, Human activity recognition and analysis, Screening and Intervention	Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Digital Health, Emotion, gaze and attention recognition, Human activity recognition and analysis, Screening and Intervention	pradeepa.s@sliit.lk
Dr. Anuradha Karunasena		Machine Learning and Soft Computing (MLSC);	Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Innovative teaching methods, Large class teaching, Education Technology	Areas : E-learning, Assistive technology, Data Analytics, Machine Learning Research Topics : Tools to improve skills of different abled individuals, Candidate screening for job positions, CV analysis, Learning analytics, Career progression and suitability recommendation, Graduate attribute development, Analyzing the effect of self-regulated learning shown in LMS on student performance, Ranking of candidates facing interviews based on their knowledge, attitude and behaviors, Determining personality traits of individuals using video analysis, Screening tool for dyslexic children	anuradha.k@sliit.lk
Dr. Dharshana Kasthurirathna		Machine Learning and Soft Computing (MLSC)	Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Distributed Computing, Optimization	Evolutionary Game theory, Machine Learning, Optimization, Network Science, Distributed Systems, Software Security	dharshana.k@sliit.lk
Dr. Dasuni Nawinna		Computing for Inclusive and Equitable Society (CIES);	Educational technology and educational psychology, Social Network Analysis, Software requirements engineering, Business Process Re-engineering, Social Capital and inter-organizational systems.	Assessment of the affective learning domain in tertiary level STEM education Formulation of trust in social networks, Software Requirement Engineering Understanding the types of and the formation of 'Trust' in the remote work environments through a SNA perspective.	dasuni.n@sliit.lk
Dr. Anuradha Jayakody		Computing Infrastructure and Security (CIS)	Indoor Navigation2, Assistive Technology, Hydroponics ,MANET, Information Security, IoT , ML/AI	Indoor Navigation, Assistive Technology, Hydroponics, MANET, Information Security, IoT, ML/AI	anuradha.j@sliit.lk
Dr. Lakmal Rupasinghe		Machine Learning and Soft Computing (MLSC)	Deep Learning, Information Security, DevOps and Networking Infrastructure, Usability Security, Startup Economics	Deep Learning, Information Security, DevOps and Networking Infrastructure, Usability Security, Startup Economics	lakmal.r@sliit.lk
Dr. Jayantha Amararachchi		Knowledge Inspired Computing (KIC);	Intelligent Information and Knowledge Management Systems, Parallel and Distributed Computing and Artificial Intelligence & Expert Systems	Intelligent Information and Knowledge Management Systems, Parallel and Distributed Computing and Artificial Intelligence & Expert Systems	jayantha.a@it.lk
Dr. Jeewanee Bamunusinghe		Machine Learning and Soft Computing (MLSC);	Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics	Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics	jeewanee.b@sliit.lk
Dr. Harinda Fernando		Computing Infrastructure and Security (CIS);	Cyber Security (CS), Networking and Network Security, Machine Learning (ML), Cloud Computing, Internet of Things (IoT)	Network Security and defense, IOT, Machine Learning, Identifying the factors that affect the Cyber Risk Profile/Cyber Safety Level of undergraduate students	harinda.f@sliit.lk
Dr. Sanvitha Kasthuriarachchi		Machine Learning and Soft Computing (MLSC);	Big Data Analytics, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Education	Big Data Analytics, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Education	sanvitha.k@sliit.lk
Dr. Dilshan De Silva		Software Systems & Technologies (SST)	Software Engineering, Software metrics, Computational Linguistics, Machine Translation, Machine Learning, Image Processing, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Mobile Development	Software engineering, Machine learning, and Computational linguistics	dilshan.i@sliit.lk
Dr. Lakmini Abeywardhana		Machine Learning and Soft Computing (MLSC);	Deep Learning, Computer vision, Computational biology: Analysis and modeling.	Deep Learning, Computer vision, Computational biology: Analysis and modeling.	lakmini.d@sliit.lk
Dr. Kapila Dissanayake		Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems (AIMS)	Robotics and Embedded Systems.	Robotics and Embedded Systems. Optical sensing, electronics, automation, and smart systems.	kapila.d@sliit.lk
Dr. Sanika Wijesekara		Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems (AIMS)	Telecommunciation, Networking, (Investigation on optimal scheduling and channel hopping techniques in TSCH Network ( Industrial IoT), Collision Resolution in Multi-Access Communication: RFID/NFC applications, Low Latency MAC communication protocols for IEEE 802.15.4e, Polar Codes for 5G, link layer security in TSCH networks.)	Mobile networking, wireless communications, and signal processing focuses on the Medium Access Control (MAC) layer and collision avoidance in a shared communication channel. Security concern in MAC Layer. Channel coding based Physical Layer Security. Full-Duplex communication in 5G. AI and machine learning for communications. Scheduling mechanisms to reduce the network latency of Time Slotted Channel Hopping (TSCH) network for IEEE 802.15.4e Industrial IoT (IIoT) standard. Remote treatment methods using Virtual Reality (VR)	sanika.w@sliit.lk

NAME	Google scholar profile	Primary Research Group	General Research Interests	Research Interest Areas for Mphil Supervision	විද්යුත් තැපෑල
මහාචාර්ය. සමන් තිලකසිරි		Geotechnical Engineering	Soft ground improvements, Secondary consolidation of organic soils, Capacity estimation of piles and Static & dynamic pile load tests	Prediction of the settlement of the ground improved by preloading Longterm variation of the coefficient of secondary consolidation Prediction of the carrying capacity of the bored piles in the bedrock	Saman.t@sliit.lk
Dr. Gobithas Tharmarajah	‪	Sustainable Built Environment	Durability of concrete and steel structures, Fibre-reinforced cementitious materials, FRP reinforced Concrete Structures	Durability of concrete structures, Durability of cold formed steel structures, Fibre-reinforced cementitious material for sustainable construction	Gobithas.t@sliit.lk
Prof. Ayantha Gomes		Fundamental and Applied Hydraulics and Hydrology	River hydrology, rehabilitation of lotic and lentic waters, Environmental Impact Assessments	Headwater streams, including Ephemeral, River meandering and impacts, Urban waterway rehabilitation, Physical modelling of hydraulic scenarios, Microplastic transport, Engineering economics	ayantha.g@sliit.lk
Prof. Migara Liyanage		Energy and Sustainability, Robotics and Autonomous Systems	Energy systems modelling, Energy policy analysis, AI Applications in Energy Systems Optimization	Power Signal Disaggregation using AI, Real-time monitoring and optimization of energy use, Large-Scale Renewable Energy Integration, Development of Zero carbon futures	migara.l@sliit.lk
Prof. Shiromi Karunaratne		Sustainability in Built Environment	Building Life cycle assessment, circular economy in construction, Sustainability assessment of buildings, building materials, machinery, and transportation Wastewater management, Drinking water treatment, solid waste management, air and noise pollution, water sensitive urban design, water pollution mitigation and management	Performance monitoring and design enhancement of modular wastewater treatment, Bench marking of GWP of different types of Sri Lankan buildings, Life cycle assessment of building materials	Shiromi.k@sliit.lk
Prof. Niranga Amarasingha		Transportation Engineering	Traffic engineering and operations; transportation system modeling; safety; highway/street design; railroad engineering; multi-criteria decision making; construction technology.	Urban mobility and Smart transportation, application of IoT in transportation, multi-criteria decision making, construction technology, transportation economics	niranga.a@sliit.lk
Prof. Priyan Dias	Search under ‘Priyan Dias’		Deterioration modelling, Tsunami resilience, Concrete technology		priyandias55@gmail.com
Dr. Lasantha Senaviratne		Computer Vision and Industrial Automation	Computer Vision, Vision Based Automation, Automobile Electronics, Forecasting Algorithms, Digital Health Technologies	Computer Vision based research Increasing fuel efficiency in spark ignition engines (HHO related research) Analysis on forecasting approaches related to Stock prediction with AI and relevant features Research in semi-automatic image annotation Gaze and attention recognition based research Human activity recognition and analysis	lasantha.s@sliit.lk
Dr. Lakmini Malasinghe		Computer Vision and Industrial Automation	Remote Patient Monitoring, Bio-signal Detection and Monitoring, Bio-signal Processing and Cleaning, Technology for Healthcare, Digital Signal and Image Processing, Optical Fiber Communication and Lasers, Biophotonics, Biomedical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence for Assistive Technology	Some available topics for postgrad students: Non-invasive Blood Pressure Monitoring, Artefact removal and cleaning of bio-signals (PPG, EEG), ECG Patch Construction for continuous monitoring, Development of a Matlab-based education platform for teaching Optical Communications, Monitoring of Alzheimer's/Parkinson’s Patients, IOT for differently abled persons, Remote monitoring of Neonatal/Infant/Post-accident/Post-surgery patients, Wound Management using image processing, Achieving Outcome Based Education – An Electrical/Electronic Engineering Perspective, “Listening to the image” – video magnification/processing for forensic and security applications	lakmini.m@sliit.lk
Dr. Dhammika Dharmaratne		Sustainability in Built Environment Concrete Engineering Solutions	Sustainable Construction material, Polymer composite material, Concrete technology	Material Development research, Concrete technology research, Embodied energy and Life cycle assessment of building materials	dhammika.dh@sliit.lk
Dr. Priyantha Bandara		Thermal Engineering	Computational Fluid Dynamics, Renewable energy, Energy modelling, Engineering education	Industrial applications of computational modelling, Renewable energy systems and applications, Energy/Thermal performance of buildings, Aerodynamic/Hydrodynamic design and optimization	priyantha.b@sliit.lk
Dr. Nandika Miguntanna		Sustainability in Built Environment	Stormwater pollution, mitigation and management, Water quality and treatment, Water Sensitive Urban Design, Solidswaste Management, Waste Reuse	Analysis of microplastic pollution in major rivers in Sri Lanka and removal potential using conventional water treatment processes, Urban storm water runoff management using permeable pavements containing locally available waste materials, Assessment of different types of best management practices in improving the stormwater quality, Microplastic build-up and wash-off processes in different urban land uses	nandika.m@sliit.lk

Name with Initials	Google Scholar Link	Primary Research Group	General Research Interests	Research Interest Areas for Mphil & PhD Supervision	විද්යුත් තැපෑල
Prof. Suren Peter		Corporate & Behavioral Finance, Bank & Markets performance	Interdisciplinary	Corporate & Behavioral Finance, Bank & Markets performance, Huma Behaviour	suren.p@sliit.lk
Dr. Mano Weligodapola		Interdisciplinary	Interdisciplinary	Business resilience, Entrepreneurship	mano.w@sliit.lk
Prof. Ruwan Jayathilaka		Logistics & Quality Management	Interdisciplinary	Econometric Modeling, Development Economics, Tourism, Health Economics, Business Economics	ruwan.j@sliit.lk
Dr Nisha Jayasuriya		අලෙවිකරණ කළමනාකරණය	Interdisciplinary	Marketing, Sustainability, Entrepreneurship	nisha.j@sliit.lk
මහාචාර්ය. තීක්ෂණ සුරවීර		Interdisciplinary	Interdisciplinary	IT applications in the Education Sector; Service Quality in Education, Managerial Issues of IT, Change Management; IT Project Management, Visually Impaired and Blind Persons in Sri Lanka	theekshana.s@sliit.lk
මහාචාර්ය. ලක්ෂ්මන් අලස්		Corporate & Behavioral Finance, Bank & Markets performance	Interdisciplinary	Retirement finance,Asset pricing theory and applications,Portfolio management and investment strategies,Asset securitisation and structured finance, Developmental issues in financial markets	lakshman.a@sliit.lk
Prof. Y.K.Weerakoon Banda		Corporate & Behavioral Finance, Bank & Markets performance	Interdisciplinary	Corporate & Behavioral Finance, Bank & Markets performance	weerakoon.b@sliit.lk
Prof. C. A. Saliya		Banking, Finance & Governance	Interdisciplinary	Financial Markets, Inequality and Politics	saliya.a@sliit.lk
Prof. Amila Jayarathne		Marketing Management and Interdisciplinary Studies		Digitalization, sustainability, supply chain resiliance	amila.j@sliit.lk
Prof. Wasantha Rajapakshe		Human Resource Management	Interdiciplinary Studies	Human Resource Management, Strategic Management	wasantha.r@sliit.lk
Prof.N.Nagendrakumar		Interdisciplinary Studies	Interdisciplinary	ව්‍යාපාර පරිපාලනය	nagalingam.n@sliit.lk
Dr. Krishantha Wisenthige		Entreprenurship, SME and enterprise Management	Interdisciplinary	Business Management, Entreprenurship, Sustainability, Agribusiness, SMEs, International Business	krishantha.w@sliit.lk
Dr Shanta R. Yapa		Interdisciplinary	Interdisciplinary including enginnering, IT and banking	Innovation, Technology, Knowledge management, Digital transformation, NPD	shanta.y@sliit.lk