Dr. Sanika Wijayasekara

Dr. Sanika Wijayasekara

Assistant Professor

FACULTY OF COMPUTING | COMPUTER SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

  • 2020 April-2023 April :Senior Lecturer GII, Department of Electronic and Telecommunication, Faculty of Engineering, General Sir John Kotelawela Defence University, Sri Lanka.
  • 2015 – 2020-Lecturer, Department of Electronic and Telecommunication,, Faculty of Engineering, General Sir John Kotelawela Defence University, Sri Lanka.
  • 2018 – 2019-Research Visiting Student under the supervision of Prof. Hung-Yun Hsieh, Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering National Taiwan University, Taipei, Northern Taiwan.
  • 2016- 2018-Graduate Research And Teaching Assistant, Department of Electrical Engineering and International School of Engineering , Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
  • 2011 – 2012-Teaching Assistant, Undergraduate Program at Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand.
  • 2010 – 2015-Lecturer, Faculty of Computing SLIIT, Sri Lanka.
Academic Qualifications
  • Doctor of Philosophy : Field of Study : Telecommunication Networking and Systems, Department of Electrical Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand. August 2015 – July 2019 , Supervisor : Prof. Lunchakorn Wuttisittikulkij
  • MSc in Telecommunications: Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok, Thailand, January 2011 – December 2012, Supervisor: Dr. Teerapat Sanguankotchakorn
  • BSc (Hon) in Information Technology Specialization in Computer Systems and Networking: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Malabe, Sri Lanka, January 2006 – December 2009, Graduated with a First Class Honour Undergraduate Project Supervisor : Dr. Malitha Wijesundara
  • Certificate Course in Teaching in Higher Education (CTHE): University Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka} – 2020/2021 : This course is specially for the university academic staff in Sri Lanka. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Sri Lanka to fulfill the requirement to apply for confirmation after completion of the probationary period of lecturers in SriLankan university services.
Honors and Awards
  • Overseas Research Experience Scholarship for Graduate Student, Graduate School of Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, to attend the Research Visiting Student program at National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan. July 2018-July 2019.
  • The 90th Anniversary of Chulalongkorn University Scholarship, Thesis Research Grant, Graduate School of Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. 2018-2019.
  • The 100th anniversary Chulalongkorn University Fund for Doctoral Scholarship, Graduate School, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. 2015-2018.
  • Electrical Engineering Chulalongkorn University PhD (EECU-PhD) Honors Program Scholarship, Department of Electrical Engineering Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. 2015-2018.
  • AIT Fellowship, Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand. 2011-2012.
  • Performance-based Scholarships, SLIIT, Malabe, Sri Lanka.2006-2007.
Interests
  • Wireless communication with particular emphasis on multi-access  communication by considering the Medium Access Control (MAC) layer and collision avoidance in a shared communication channel.
  • Optimized scheduling procedure to reduce the network latency of Time Slotted Channel Hopping (TSCH) network for IEEE 802.15.4e Industrial IoT (IIoT) standard.
  • File entropy analysis for Ransomware  early identification based on machine learning.
  • Full-Duplex communication and Polar Codes for 5G.
Memberships
  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Senior member – 2022 onwards
  • Executive Committee Member of  IEEE Communication Society (IEEE ComSoc)  Sri Lanka Chapter – 2022
  • Member of Institution of Engineering Technology (MIET) – 2021 to present
  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Member – 2011 to 2021
  • Security Analysis and Improvement of Chromium based Browser’s Native Password Managers.
  • Real Time Phishing Detection Mobile Chat App with AI and ML.
  • File Integrity Monitoring Tool – Secure Check.
  • Data Security in Criminal Investigation and Tracking System with Suspect Prediction.
  • Network Slicing for Open RAN Architecture with Machine Learning.
  • A Remote treatment method for Dementia and Delirium patients using Virtual Reality.
My Publications

JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

Founder and Chairman

Introducing the visionary entrepreneur, Mr. Indy Pathmanadan, affectionately known as Mr. Indy, a driving force in the Bath Furniture and Modular Kitchen industries. With over 30 years of expertise, Mr.Indy’s journey is one of extraordinary accomplishments and relentless pursuit of excellence.

A graduate in engineering from the prestigious University of Waterloo, Ontario, Mr. Indy’s entrepreneurial journey began as a Coop student in his Canadian garage. From humble beginnings, he transformed MagickWoods into a global powerhouse with operations spanning across North America and Asia. Today, MagickWoods stands tall with an impressive presence in renowned retailers such as Home Depot, Lowes, and Menards. Mr. Indy’s bold vision includes establishing a strong domestic presence in the USA, facilitating the transformation from China to Aurora. His innovative approach involves forging exclusive partnerships with retailers, creating bespoke brands tailored to their discerning customer base.

With an unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled quality, Mr. Indy is a firm believer in the digital economy. His passion for enhancing the customer experience led him to pioneer the use of cuttingedge 3D and augmented reality technologies in kitchen design, revolutionising the industry. Demonstrating his forward-thinking mindset, Mr. Indy recently unveiled Magickhome.com, an exceptional ecommerce platform that offers direct-to-consumer digital sales channels, further expanding his reach and impact. Notably, he holds a patent for his groundbreaking invention, the Bath weighing scale product, exemplifying his dedication to innovation.

Mr. Indy’s exceptional contributions have earned him a plethora of accolades. From prestigious design awards for his innovative creations at Bath Furniture to receiving the esteemed Young Entrepreneur Award from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, his outstanding achievements have been recognised on numerous occasions. Additionally, his remarkable export performance and job creation efforts have garnered accolades from the Government of India, solidifying his reputation as an industry trailblazer. Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavours, Mr. Indy actively engages in social causes close to his heart. As the co-founder of CanTYD, a non-profit organisation focused on youth development in Canada, he channels his passion for empowering the younger generation. Furthermore, he dedicated four years of his life to serving on the Southeast Asian Consultative Committee of the Metropolitan Toronto Police, striving to create a safer community for all.

As a proud parent of three children, Mr. Indy finds solace in the embrace of nature. Whether it’s the thrill of running, the serenity of hiking, the pursuit of adventure through hunting, or the freedom of cycling amidst the majestic Rocky Mountains, he cherishes the moments that rejuvenate his spirit. Mr. Indrakumar Pathmanadan, the epitome of entrepreneurial brilliance, continues to redefine industry standards through his remarkable achievements. Join us at our university as we draw inspiration from Mr.Indy’s journey, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and unwavering determination.

Founder and Chairman

Introducing the visionary entrepreneur, Mr. Indy Pathmanadan, affectionately known as Mr. Indy, a driving force in the Bath Furniture and Modular Kitchen industries. With over 30 years of expertise, Mr.Indy’s journey is one of extraordinary accomplishments and relentless pursuit of excellence.

A graduate in engineering from the prestigious University of Waterloo, Ontario, Mr. Indy’s entrepreneurial journey began as a Coop student in his Canadian garage. From humble beginnings, he transformed MagickWoods into a global powerhouse with operations spanning across North America and Asia. Today, MagickWoods stands tall with an impressive presence in renowned retailers such as Home Depot, Lowes, and Menards. Mr. Indy’s bold vision includes establishing a strong domestic presence in the USA, facilitating the transformation from China to Aurora. His innovative approach involves forging exclusive partnerships with retailers, creating bespoke brands tailored to their discerning customer base.

With an unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled quality, Mr. Indy is a firm believer in the digital economy. His passion for enhancing the customer experience led him to pioneer the use of cuttingedge 3D and augmented reality technologies in kitchen design, revolutionising the industry. Demonstrating his forward-thinking mindset, Mr. Indy recently unveiled Magickhome.com, an exceptional ecommerce platform that offers direct-to-consumer digital sales channels, further expanding his reach and impact. Notably, he holds a patent for his groundbreaking invention, the Bath weighing scale product, exemplifying his dedication to innovation.

Mr. Indy’s exceptional contributions have earned him a plethora of accolades. From prestigious design awards for his innovative creations at Bath Furniture to receiving the esteemed Young Entrepreneur Award from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, his outstanding achievements have been recognised on numerous occasions. Additionally, his remarkable export performance and job creation efforts have garnered accolades from the Government of India, solidifying his reputation as an industry trailblazer. Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavours, Mr. Indy actively engages in social causes close to his heart. As the co-founder of CanTYD, a non-profit organisation focused on youth development in Canada, he channels his passion for empowering the younger generation. Furthermore, he dedicated four years of his life to serving on the Southeast Asian Consultative Committee of the Metropolitan Toronto Police, striving to create a safer community for all.

As a proud parent of three children, Mr. Indy finds solace in the embrace of nature. Whether it’s the thrill of running, the serenity of hiking, the pursuit of adventure through hunting, or the freedom of cycling amidst the majestic Rocky Mountains, he cherishes the moments that rejuvenate his spirit. Mr. Indrakumar Pathmanadan, the epitome of entrepreneurial brilliance, continues to redefine industry standards through his remarkable achievements. Join us at our university as we draw inspiration from Mr.Indy’s journey, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and unwavering determination.