About Me

I am a scientist with skills and experience in multiple fields, such as physical sciences, engineering, data science, and artificial intelligence. I am highly driven to engage in research and development projects. My passion also lies in mentoring and teaching. I believe empowering youth to achieve their educational and professional goals is one of the most impactful ways to build a better future.

Education

- PhD in Physics • August 2016 • University of Mississippi.
- MA in Physics • December 2013 • University of Mississippi.
- BSc in Physics • May 2008 • University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.
- Advanced Certificate in Information Technology (ACIT) • September 2006 • University of Colombo School of Computing, Sri Lanka.
- GCE A/L (Physical Sciences) • April 2003 • Bandaranayke College • Sri Lanka

Awards, Honors and Fellowships

- Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, class of 2015-2016.
- Sigma Pi Sigma (ΣΠΣ) – The Physics Honor Society, 2016.
- University of Mississippi Graduate School Dissertation Fellowship, January 2016.
- University of Mississippi Graduate School Summer Graduate Research Assistantship, June 2014.
- 1st Place of the Podium Presentation category at the 5th Annual Graduate Student Council Research Symposium, April 2015.
- University of Kelaniya Colors and Best Performer Award for Badminton (2004/2005).

Professional Certificates and Courses

Volunteering (currently active)

- Mentor at Global Mentorship Initiative (since 2020)
- Teaching Support Volunteer at Microsoft TEALS Program (since 2021)
- Mentor (ScholarX Program) by Sustainable Education Foundation (since 2021)

Memberships (currently active)

- The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
- Acoustical Society of America (ASA)
- American Geophysical Union (AGU)
- IEEE Computer Society
- Ole Miss Alumni Association