University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka
Research
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Publications
Research across computer vision, medical image processing, computational biology, biomedical imaging, human motion analysis, assistive technologies, and interpretable AI.
Collaborations
University of Peradeniya
Sri Lanka
Advanced Imaging and Artificial Intelligence (AIAI) Lab
Sri Lanka
Research Impact & Statistics
Citations (Google Scholar)
3i10-index (Google Scholar)
0Total Publications
5Google Scholar
h-index 1Journal Articles
0Collaborating Institutions
4Countries Collaborated
0Co-authors
14Research Interests
- Medical image analysis and biomedical image processing
- Computer vision for healthcare, agriculture, and robotics
- OCT imaging and digital histopathology
- Explainable AI, deep learning, and transformer-based vision models
- Assistive robotics, perception systems, and embedded AI
- Human motion analysis, biomechanics, and intelligent health systems
Open to emerging and interdisciplinary research areas related to these themes.
Research Projects
Deep Learning-Based Classification and Segmentation of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Developing CNN and transformer-based pipelines for OSCC histopathology image classification, segmentation, and grading using expert-annotated digitized slides.
OCT-Based Plant Disease Detection Using Deep Learning and Explainable AI
Developing CNN and transformer models for OCT-based detection and severity analysis of circular leaf spot disease, with Grad-CAM and attention-based visualization.
PredictGL: AI-Driven Glycemic Load Prediction
Developed and deployed an AI-based glycemic load prediction system using nutritional features, model evaluation, full-stack web deployment, and user and expert validation.
Vision-LiDAR Fusion Framework for Autonomous Navigation
Developed ROS-based vision-LiDAR perception and localization pipelines and evaluated autonomous navigation performance in simulation and real-world environments.
Selected Publications
Comparative Analysis of Transformer and CNN Architectures for OCT-Based Detection of Circular Leaf Spot Disease in Diospyros kaki
Proceedings of the 19th International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS).
Conference PaperDOI
PredictGL-NC: A Nutritional Composition Dataset for Glycemic Load Prediction and Digital Nutrition Research
Dataset publication for glycemic load prediction and digital nutrition research.
DatasetDOI
MotionMetrics: A Hybrid Stereo Marker and Markerless System for Cost-Effective 3D Sports Biomechanics
7th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC).
Conference PaperDOI
Development of a Multilayer Perceptron Architecture to Improve Glycemic Load Estimation from Nutritional Features over Traditional Machine Learning Models
3rd Business and ICT International Research Conference (BIIRC) 2025.
Conference PaperISSN 3093-5962
PredictGL: An AI-Driven Web Application for Glycemic Load Prediction Using Nutritional Composition Data
Peradeniya University International Research Symposium and Exposition (iPURSE) 2025.
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Research Supervision
ROS-Based Assistive Robot for Elderly Care
Supervising an assistive robotic framework with autonomous navigation, fall detection, human re-identification, behavioral monitoring, and caregiver mobile monitoring.
MotionMetrics: Hybrid Stereo Marker / Markerless 3D Biomechanics System
Co-supervised a low-cost 3D biomechanics analysis system integrating stereo marker tracking and markerless pose estimation, leading to an IEEE conference publication.
OccluWatch: Multi-Camera Vehicle Tracking with Occlusion Handling
Guided a final-year project integrating YOLO, ByteTrack, TransReID, GCN-based re-identification, OCR, and automated email-based violation ticketing.
EverWell60+ Senior Health, Nutrition, and Dementia Support App
Co-supervised a culturally adapted mHealth application for Sri Lankan older adults with nutrition education, reminders, cognitive mini-games, and bilingual audio-visual support.
Research Skills
Software & Research Implementation
Python, C, C++, JavaScript, MATLAB, and LaTeX for research, teaching, web deployment, and engineering workflows.
Machine Learning & Deep Learning
scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, Hugging Face Transformers, CNNs, Vision Transformers, LLMs, and explainable AI.
Vision, Robotics & Embedded Platforms
OpenCV, OCT imaging, digital histopathology, ROS, Jetson AGX Orin, Jetson Nano, Raspberry Pi, and Arduino.
Review Contributions
Conferences
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12th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (iCMA 2026), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
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1st International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Smart Technologies for Sustainability (AISTS 2025), Marwadi University, Rajkot, in collaboration with IEEE Gujarat Section.
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7th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC 2025), Faculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT).
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6th International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC 2024), Faculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT).
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9th International Conference on Advances in Technology and Computing (ICATC 2024), Faculty of Computing and Technology, University of Kelaniya.
Journal
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IEEE Data Descriptions.
Grants & Research Funding
Prof. Suhada Jayasuriya Grant Scholarship
Awarded for the best final-year Robotics and Automation project connected to the Vision-LiDAR autonomous navigation framework.
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