The Department of Computer Science is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Ravimal Bandara, Senior Lecturer, as the new Director of the Center for IT at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
Dr. Bandara takes over this role following the successful completion of the term of Prof. R.G.N. Meegama, also from the Department of Computer Science. The department extends its sincere appreciation to Prof. Meegama for his dedicated leadership and the significant advancements he brought to the university’s IT infrastructure and services during his tenure.
The Center for IT is a key unit of the university, responsible for overseeing and enhancing its digital infrastructure, supporting IT services, and driving forward technology-led innovations that benefit the entire university community. Dr. Bandara’s appointment continues the tradition of strong leadership from the Department of Computer Science in this important role.
Dr. Bandara brings to the position a distinguished academic background and a strong research portfolio in computer vision, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and multimedia technologies. Holding a PhD in Computer Vision from the University of Moratuwa, he has published extensively in leading international journals and conferences. His research has received widespread recognition, particularly for projects developed during the COVID-19 pandemic that supported remote education and addressed language accessibility challenges in Sri Lanka.
Beyond academia, Dr. Bandara has been involved in numerous digitalization initiatives, serving as a consultant for government bodies and startups alike. As Director of the Center for IT, he aims to promote equitable access and efficient use of IT infrastructure, strengthen cybersecurity practices, advocate for environmentally sustainable (green) IT approaches, and support research by improving access to high-performance computing resources. His leadership is expected to guide the university through its next phase of digital transformation and innovation.
The Department of Computer Science congratulates Dr. Ravimal Bandara on this prestigious appointment and looks forward to his continued contributions to the university’s advancement in technology and research.