Parakrama Ekanayake
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Biography
Mervyn Parakrama B. Ekanayake received the degree of Bachelor in the Science of Engineering with Honours (BSc Eng (Hons)) specializing in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with First Class Honours from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka in 2006. He obtained the degree of Doctor of Philosophy from the Texas Tech University, Lubbock TX, USA, specializing in Applied Mathematics in 2011. Currently, he is a Professor in the Department Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. He became a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) in 2019. He is also a member of the IEEE Control Systems Society and IEEE Signal Processing Society. His research interests are on areas of system modeling, signal and image processing, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and control systems. Over the years, he has produced many journal and conference papers in collaborating with research on biometrics, biomedical signal processing and imaging, remote sensing, food and water quality assessment, computer vision, smart grid, underwater and mobile robotics, epidemiology, social dynamics, education, etc. He has also been part of several national and international research grants in the capacity of Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator. His teaching interests are signal processing, control systems, and computational techniques. He has produced several books and compendia in those areas.
⮚ Signal and Image Processing
⮚ Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
⮚ Dynamic Systems and Control Theory
⮚ Computational Modeling
⮚ Bachelor in the Science of Engineering with Honours (BSc Eng (Hons)) - specialization in Electrical and Electronic Engineering - University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (Jan 2006)
⮚ Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - specialization in Applied Mathematics - Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA (Aug 2011)
⮚ Senior Member - Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (SMIEEE)
⮚ Associate Member - Engineering Council of Sri Lanka (ECSL)
⮚ Associate Member - Institute of Engineers Sri Lanka (AMIESL)
⮚ Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (Since Jan 2021)
⮚ Senior Lecturer in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (Mar 2013 - Jan 2021)
⮚ Lecturer (Probationary) in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (Jan 2012 - Mar 2013)
⮚ Lecturer (Temporary) in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (Sep 2011 - Jan 2012 and Aug 2006 - Dec 2006)
⮚ Graduate Part-Time Instructor (GPTI) - Department of Mathematics and Statistics - Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA (Jan 2007 - Aug 2011)
⮚ Research Assistant - Center for Bio-Cybernetics and Intelligent Systems (CBCIS) - Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA (Jan 2007 - Aug 2011)
⮚ Senior Member - Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (SMIEEE)
○ Student (Jan 2003 - Dec 2006), Graduate (Jan 2007 - Dec 2010), Member (Jan 2013 - Mar 2019), Senior Member (from Mar 2019)
⮚ Associate Member - Institute of Engineers Sri Lanka (AMIESL)
○ Associate (from Jan 2012)
⮚ Co-Investigator, as a member of the lead group from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, “Artificial Intelligence framework for threat assessment and containment for COVID-19 and future epidemics while mitigating the socioeconomic impact to women, children, and underprivileged groups” awarded by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) Canada (CAD 0.8 million Feb 2021 - Aug 2023)
⮚ Principal Investigator of NSF (National Science Foundation) Grant No. RG/2018/EA&ICT/01, titled “Development of a Novel Predictive-based Smart Distribution Management System (S-DMS) to Maximize the Rooftop PV Absorption Capacity of Last Mile Networks” (Mar 2019 – Mar 2021) – LKR 2,183,289.00
⮚ Co-Investigator of NSF (National Science Foundation) Grant No. RG/2016/EA&ICT/01, titled “Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring for Flexible Demand Estimation and Management” (Jun 2016 – Jun 2018) – LKR 1,582,768.00
⮚ Principal Investigator of University Research Council (URC) Multidisciplinary Grant No. 207, titled “A Wearable Device for Real-Time Monitoring of Biometric Signals of Pregnant Women, Athletes, and Other Persons” (May 2022 – Dec 2023) - LKR 1,147,250.00
⮚ Co-Investigator of University Research Grant No. URG/2017/26/E, titled “High Voltage Insulator Surface Pollution Monitoring Using a Multispectral Imaging System” (November 2017 – November 2018) – LKR 400,000.00
⮚ President's Awards for Research Publications (2016, 2017, 2019 (× 2), 2020 (× 2))
⮚ Tier 4* Research Award Based on the transparent research performance scheme stipulated in the UGC circular 05/2018
⮚ Faculty Research Excellence Awards, Faculty of Engineering, University of Peradeniya 2017/18, 2019/20, and 2021/22 (merit award)
⮚ Best Paper Awards
○ 13th IEEE International Conference on Computer Science & Education (ICCSE), Colombo, Sri Lanka, Aug 2018
○ 12th IEEE International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS-2017), Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, Dec 2017
○ 17th International Conference on Advances in ICT for Emerging Regions (ICTer2017), Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sep 2017
○ 9th IEEE International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS-2014), Gwalior, India, Dec 2014
⮚ Academic Recognitions and Awards
○ C. A. Hewavitharana Prize for the best performance in Engineering, University of Peradeniya (2007)
○ Ceylon Electricity Board Prize for best performance in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Peradeniya (2007)
○ W. M. G. Fernando Prize for Electronic Communications University of Peradeniya (2007)
○ W. P. Jayasekara Prize for the best student project in Electrical and Electronic Engineering University of Peradeniya (2007)
○ Herman Reynolds Scholar for the academic year 2008-2009, Texas Tech University
○ Ronald M. Anderson Scholar for the academic year 2009-2010, Texas Tech University
⮚ Digital Signal Processing
⮚ Advanced Signal Processing
⮚ Nonlinear and Multivariable Systems
⮚ Discrete-Time Control Systems
⮚ Advanced Control Systems
⮚ Advanced Digital Signal Processing
⮚ Industrial Control Systems
⮚ Automatic Control
Please see my Personal Webpage for the list of all courses
⮚ Numerous seminars, workshops, and talks on control systems, signal processing, engineering in general, research, education, industry applications, etc., for diverse audiences ...
PUBLICATIONS
Please see my Personal Webpage for the list of journal papers
Please see my Google Scholar profile for more information
Please see my Personal Webpage for the list of conference papers
Please see my Google Scholar profile for more information
Please see my Personal Webpage for the list of conference papers
Please see my Google Scholar profile for more information
⮚ M. P. B. Ekanayake, G. M. R. I. Godaliyadda, "Signal Acquisition and Processing for Intelligent Electronic Devices" in "Protection of Modern Power Systems" by Janaka B. Ekanayake, Vladimir Terzija, Ajith Tennakoon, Athula Rajapakse (authors), pp 153-174 (Chapter 7), Wiley, June 2023, ISBN 978-111-88172-3-0
⮚ Sam Al-Hashmi, Mervyn P. B. Ekanayake, C. F. Martin, ”Type II Diabetes and Obesity: A Control Theoretic Model”, Chapter 1 in the book “Emergent Problems in Nonlinear Systems and Control” by B. K. Ghosh, C. F. Martin and Y. Zhou (Editors) Springer Lecture Notes in Control and Information Sciences (LNCIS), Springer, October, 2009, ISBN: 978-364-20362-6-2
⮚ M. P. B. Ekanayake, B. K. Ghosh, “Detection of Motion Direction of Targets Using a Turtle Retinal Patch Model”, Chapter in the book “Mathematical System Theory”, by Knut Huper and Jochen Trumpf (Editors), CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, October 2013, ISBN: 978-147-00440-0-8
⮚ M. P. B. Ekanayake, G. M. R. I. Godaliyadda “Classical Linear Control Systems: Concepts, Systems and Practice”, Nethwin Printers, ISBN: 978-624-96655-0-7 International publication via Amazon KDP ISBN: 979-868-28419-1-2
⮚ M. P. B. Ekanayake, “Control of Powered Motion: The Unsung Driver of Human Civilization through Harnessing of Renewable Energy”, VIDURAVA (Magazine of the National Science Foundation Sri Lanka), Volume 37 (Under the theme: Renewable Energy for a Greener Future), සිංහල | தமிழ் | English Language Edition, June-September 2020. ISSN 1391-0299
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