Name: Mrs. Mihiri Sirisuriya
Position: Senior Lecturer Grade II
E-mail: mihiri@kdu.ac.lk
Qualifications
Publications
Research Interests
Teaching Interests
Working Experience
Memberships
Awards
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy Degree – University of Sri Jayewardenepura (Reading)
- Master of Philosophy – University of Moratuwa
- Master of Computer Science Degree – University of Colombo School of Computing
- BSc (2nd Upper) Degree – University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Publications
Indexed Journal Publications
- S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, T.G.I Fernando, M.K.A Ariyaratne, “Algorithms for Path Optimizations – A Short Survey”, Computing (Springer – 2022).
Algorithms for path optimizations: a short survey | SpringerLink
IEEE Indexed Conference Publications
- S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Importance of Web Scraping as a Data Source for Machine Learning Algorithms – Review” Proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS 2023), IEEE, 2023.
https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/10253502 - S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, L. Ranathunga, S.P. Karunanayaka, N.A. Abdullah, “Pedagogical Importance of Learner Interface in Web-Based e-Learning Content” Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Information & Communication Technology and System (ICTS 2021), IEEE, 2021. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9608258
- S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, L. Ranathunga, S.P. Karunanayaka, N.A. Abdullah, “The Significance of Interaction and Activities Factor in Pedagogical Evaluation Process of Web Based e-Learning” Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Computer Science & Education (ICCSE 2018), IEEE, 2018. (Awarded Best Paper (Runners Up)) https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/8468736
- S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, L. Ranathunga, S.P. Karunanayaka, N.A. Abdullah, “Calibration Checklist to use in an Automated Pedagogical Evaluation Process of Web based E-Learning” Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS 2013), IEEE, 2013.
https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/6731974 - S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, L. Ranathunga, S.P. Karunanayaka, N.A. Abdullah, “Can pedagogical evaluation process of web based E-Learning be automated?” Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Computer Science & Education (ICCSE 2013), IEEE, 2013. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/6553989
International Conference Proceedings
- SN Jayasinghe, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Cinnamon Care: Digitizing Disease Detection and Treatment Recommendations for Cinnamon Plants Using Image Processing and Machine Learning” Proceedings of the 17h Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2024), 2024.
https://irc.kdu.ac.lk/2024/publications/files/foc.pdf - PKBTD Pallawala, WMJI Wijenayake, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “A Review of Developing a Web-Based Application for Job Recommendation Using Selected Job Portals” Proceedings of the 16th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2023), 2023.
https://irc.kdu.ac.lk/2023/abstract-final-foc-online.pdf - CS Wanigasooriya, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Towards a Decentralized Publication Platform with Authors Incentivized by Blockchain Technology” Proceedings of the 15th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2022), 2022.
Microsoft Word – IRC 2022 Proceedings _FOC_F3.docx (kdu.ac.lk) - PH Perera, SCM Sirisuriya, HRWP Gunathilake, “Security Vulnerabilities and Security Elements of Frequently Used E learning Platforms: A Review” Proceedings of the 15th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2022), 2022.FOCSS Abstract Book 2021 – Final tlw v2_66.pdf (kdu.ac.lk)
- KLP Lakshitha, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “An Automated Platform to Manage Customer Relationship in a Gymnasium ” Proceedings of the 14th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2021), 2021. http://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/5242
- DGBC Wijayawickrama, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, N. Wedasinghe, “Web-Based Application for Mothers and Midwives” Proceedings of the 13th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2020), 2020. http://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/2990
- J. Samarasinghe, N. Wedasinghe, I.A. Wijethunga, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Sign Language Translator for Deaf and Speech Impaired People using Convolutional Neural Network” Proceedings of the 12th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2019), 2019. http://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/2291
- U.G.N. Uththara, N. Wedasinghe, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Designing a Mobile Application for Dyslexic Children” Proceedings of the 12th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2019), 2019. http://ir.kdu.ac.lk/bitstream/handle/345/2312/Abstract%20Book%20Final%20Version_184.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y
- S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, L. Ranathunga, S.P. Karunanayaka, N.A. Abdullah, “The Significance of the Evaluation or Assessment Factor in the Pedagogical Evaluation Process of Web-Based e-Learning” Proceedings of the International Conference on Future of Education (FutureEDU 2018), 2018. https://tiikmpublishing.com/data/conferences/doi/future_edu/26307413.2018.1104.pdf
- S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, L. Ranathunga, S.P. Karunanayaka, N.A. Abdullah, “An Analysis to Identify the Most Suitable Readability Formula for Sri Lankan Context: Case Study Computer Science Students” Proceedings of The International Conference on Global Education and E-Learning (GLOBED 2017), 2017. https://tiikmpublishing.com/data/conferences/doi/globed/globed.2017.1101.pdf
- MS Walgama, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Conversational agent acting as a shopping assistant for e commerce sites” Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference of Information Technology Research,University of Moratuwa, Moratuwa (ICTIR 2017), 2017.
- DGJB Wimalarathne, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Deep Learning Techniques for Speech Recognition and Audio Transcription for Content Captioning” Proceedings of the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, University of Moratuwa, Moratuwa (SLAAI 2017), 2017. https://slaai.lk/proc/2017/s1703.pdf
- WHMT Dinesh, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Online Collaborative Drawing Board” Proceedings of the 10th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2017), 2017.
- RKAIK Ramanayake, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Review: Extraction Transform Load (ETL) Model for Employee Data Pre-processing and Churn Rate Prediction” Proceedings of the 10th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2017), 2017.
- M.J.H. Fernando, S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Online Bus Ticket Reservation System to the National Transportation Service in Sri Lanka” Proceedings of the 9th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2016), 2016. http://www.kdu.ac.lk/proceedings/irc2016/View_page.php?key=71
- Ekanayake, S.C.M de S Sirisuriya, “Mobile Based Solution for Harvest Selling System in Sri Lanka”, Proceedings of the 9th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2016), 2016. http://www.kdu.ac.lk/proceedings/irc2016/View_page.php?key=82
- S.C.M de S Sirisuriya, “Comparative Study on Web Scraping”, Proceedings of the 8th Annual International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, (KDU IRC 2015), 2015. http://www.kdu.ac.lk/proceedings/irc2015/View_page.php?key=61
- Amarasinghe, S.C.M de S Sirisuriya, “Integrating Online Job Recruitment Management with Service Oriented Architecture”, Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Advancement of Development Administration 2015 – Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies (ICADA 2015 – SSIS), 2015. http://icada2015.nida.ac.th/main/images/icada2015/abstracts_and_infomation.pdf
Publications in Abstract form
- Sasanka Fonseka, Lashika Hettiarachchi, Punsarani Pathinayake, Niranjala Jayathilaka, S. C. M. de S Sirisuriya, “An Analysis to Identify the Usage of Social Media Networks by School Students for Effective E-Learning Strategies” Proceedings of The International Conference on Global Education and E-Learning GLOBED 2017), 2017.
Conference Proceedings
- S.C.M.de S Sirisuriya, “Mobile Phone based Emergency Help System for Sri Lanka”, Proceedings of the 66th Annual Sessions of Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement Science (SLAAS), 2010.
Research Interests
- Artificial Neural Networks
- Deep Learning
- Web Scraping
- eLearning
Teaching Interests
- Artificial Intelligence
- Nature Inspired Computing
- Compilers Design
- Theory of Programming
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Object Oriented Programming
- Fundamentals of Programming
- Rapid Application Development
- Web Development Technologies
Working Experience
Lecturer (Probationary) November 2014 to November 2019
- Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Computing, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Computer Instructor (Permanent) April 2006 to November 2014
- Department of Statistics & Computer Science, Applied Science Faculty, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Computer Instructor (Temporary) February 2004 to December 2005
- Computer Center, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Memberships
- MSLAAI – Member of the Sri Lanka Association for Artificial Intelligence (SLAAI) – 2023
- MCSSL – Member of the Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL) – 2018
- SMIEEE – Senior Member – Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) – 2016
- Life Member – Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS) – 2010
Awards
- Best paper presentation (Runners up) awarded (Jointly with L. Ranathunga, S.P. Karunanayaka, N.A. Abdullah) on “The Significance of Interaction and Activities Factor in Pedagogical Evaluation Process of Web Based e-Learning” offered by 13th International Conference on Computer Science & Education (ICCSE 2018), IEEE, 2018.