Upanith S. Liyanaarachchi
Educator and Advanced Materials Specialist
Profile
Upanith S. Liyanaarachchi
B.Sc. (Hons), PhD, MIEEE
Welcome to my portfolio! I am a Senior Lecturer and Nano-Technology Research Specialist at Wayamba University of Sri Lanka. With a profound dedication to advancing the fields of electronics and computer technology through education and innovative research, I find my role immensely fulfilling as I shape the minds of future innovators. On this website, you will discover more about my academic contributions, research projects, and the various technologies I’ve developed. I am passionate about integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications, providing a holistic learning experience for my students. Join me in exploring the fascinating world of nano-technology and electronics, where education meets cutting-edge research.
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EXPERIENCE
SENIOR LECTURER
Department of Nano Science Technology - Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
JUL 2018 - TO DATE
LECTURER
Department of Electronics - Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
JUL 2015 - JUL 2018
TEMPORARY LECTURER
Department of Electronics - Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
FEB 2014 - NOV 2010
TEMPORARY DEMONSTRATOR
Department of Electronics - Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
APR 2010 - NOV 2010
VISITING INSTRUCTOR
Department of Electronics - Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
JUL 2008 - DEC 2008
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE
Head of the Department
Department of Nano Science Technology - Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
MAR 2022 - MAR 2025
Director
Information Communication Technology Center - Kuliyapitiya Premises, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
FEB 2020 - FEB 2024
Director Board Member
Lanka Education and Research Network (LEARN) representing Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
MAY 2021 - MAY 2024
Course Director
Diploma in IT offered by the ICT Center - Kuliyapitiya Premises, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
FEB 2020 - FEB 2024
Academic Warden
Kuliyapitiya Premises, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
JUL 2021 - DEC 2024
Faculty Career Guidance Coordinator
Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
JAN 2018 - SEP 2025
Career Guidance Advisory Committee Member
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
FEB 2020 - SEP 2025
University Sports Advisory Board Member
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
JAN 2022 - TO DATE
Student Councilor
Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
SEP 2018 - SEP 2021
Student Academic Advisor/Mentor
Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
NOV 2017 - TO DATE
Acting Department Head
Department of Nano Science Technology, Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
Industrial Training Coordinator
Department of Electronics, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
EDUCATION
Ph.D. in Nano-Technology
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
2010 -2014
Thesis Supervisor : Senior Professor CAN Fernando
Thesis Title : Fabrication and Characterization of Cu2O and CuI based Solar Cell Devices
B.Sc. (Hons) (Joint Major)
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
2005 -2010
Major area 1 : Electronics
Major Area 2 : Computing & Information Systems
GPA : 3.2/4.0
Diploma in Software Engineering
ESOFT Metro Campus, Sri Lanka
2014
GCE Advanced Level
Ananda College, Colombo 10
2002 -2004
Mathematics Stream
Combined Mathematics : C
Chemistry : C
Physics : C
Z-Score : 1.3258
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS / TRAININGS
AI Fundamentals
AI Singapore supported by AI Opportunity Fund : ASIA-PACIFIC
MAY 2025
AI Powered Academic Writing
LEARN, SL and APU, Malaysia
MAR 2024
Al Powered Learning Design
LEARN, SL and APU, Malaysia
MAR 2024
Al for Leveraging Efficiency in Administrative Productivity
LEARN, SL and APU, Malaysia
MAR 2024
Thin Film Solar PV Technology
Institute of Fundamental Studies, SL
Sustainable Consumption and Production
Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment, SL
Welding and Fitting Techniques for General Workshop
National Engineering Research & Development Center, SL
Aluminium Fabrication
Industrial Development Board of Ceylon, Ministry of Industry and Commerce, SL
Certificate Course in Staff Development
Staff Development Center, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
Certificate in Public Sector Disciplinary Procedure
Distance Learning Center, SL
Technician Diploma in Telecommiunication Systems (PII)
City & Guilds of London Institute, UK
Cisco Certified Network Associate Training
Winsys Networks, SL
Programmable Logic Controller Systems for Advance Control Apps
National Engineering Research & Development Center, SL
Wilderness Challenge - Outwardbound Training
Academy of Adventure, SL
Diploma in Software Engineering
Esoft Metro Campus, SL
National Workshop on Scientific Writting
Postgraduate Institute of Science & National Science Foundations, SL
Certificate Course in Business English
English Language Teaching Unit, WUSL, SL
2008
Research
Research
Consultancy
Consultancy
POSITIONS HELD AT OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
DIRECTOR
Lanka Education and Research Network (LEARN) representing Wayamba University of Sri Lanka from MAY 2021 - MAY 2024
DIRECTOR
Clossyan Technologies Pvt. Ltd. a company dedicated to developing cutting-edge products and brands using advanced materials, digital marketing, and precision electronic instrumentation.
DIRECTOR
edMinds is a global initiative dedicated to transforming education through cutting edge STEM | STEAM learning experiences based on Australia and Sri Lanka.
CONSULTANCIES
Head of the Department
Department of Nano Science Technology - Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
MAR 2022 - MAR 2025
Memberships
Memberships
Member
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, USA
Life Member
Young Scientists Forum, National Science & Technology Commision, SL
Associate Member
British Computer Society, UK
Graduate Member
Institute of Physics, SL
Publications
Publications
U S Liyanaarachchi and J K Kanakaratne, Automated rubber tree (Hevea Brasilliensis) girth measuring instrument using ultrasonic proximity sensors Proceedings of Wayamba International Conference, 2018, 26
H.T.D.S. Madusanka G.G. Chathuranga, S.P.A.U.K. Samarakoon, P.G.D.C.K. Karunarathna, U.S. Liyanaarahchi and C.A.N. Fernando, Fabrication of Environment friendly visible Photodetector based on n-Cu2O/p-CuI heterojunction , Proceedings of 7th YSF Symposium, 2018, 86-89
G. G. Chathuranga, H.T.D.S. Madusanka, S.P.A.U.K. Samarakoon, P.G.D.C.K. Karunarathna, U.S. Liyanaarahchi and C.A.N. Fernando, Effects of aqueous electrolyte concentration on electrochemical characterization of activated carbon-based super capacitors, Proceedings of 7th YSF Symposium, 2018, 26-29
P.G.D.C.K. Karunarathna, S.P.A.U.K. samarakoon, G.G. Chathuranga, H.T.D.S. Madusanka, U.S. Liyanaarachchi and C.A.N. Fernando, Impedance analysis of the Cu/N-Cu2O/P-Ag2O/N-Cu2O Photoelectrode at the electrolyte interface, Proceedings of 7th YSF Symposium, 2018, 66-69
S.P.A.U.K. Samarakoon, P.G.D.C.K. Karunarathna, G.G. Chathuranga, H.T.D.S. Madusanka, U.S. Liyanaarahchi and C.A.N. Fernando, Characterisation of RGO as an electron acceptor on p-Cu2O and n-Cu2O Photoelectrodes, Proceedings of 7th YSF Symposium, 2018, 118-121
G.G. Chathuranga, C.A.N. Fernando, U.S. Liyanaarachchi, Characterization of Super capacitor Fabricated from Beli Fruit (Aegle Marmelos) Shell Activated Carbon for the First Time, Journal of scientific and technical Research, Vol.7, Issue 1, 2017.
G G Chathuranga, N W P S Perera, U S Liyanaarachchi, C A N Fernando, Binder-Free Locally Developed Activated Carbon Powder Based Electrode for Super capacitor, Journal of scientific and technical Research, Vol.7, Issue 1, 2017.
C A N Fernando, U S Liyanaarachchi and R D A A Rajapaksha, Explanation of the photocurrent quantum efficiency (Φ) enhancements through the CAN’s model equation for the p-CuI sensitized methyl-violet-C18 LB films in the photoelectrochemical cells (PECs) and Cu/n-Cu2O/M-C18/p-CuI solid-state photovoltaic cells, Semiconductor Science and Technology, 2013, 28:045017.
C A N Fernando, N T R N Kumara, U S Liyanaarachchi, R D A A Rajapaksha, K A S K Hemachandra, Photoelectrochemical Properties of p-CuO Nano-surfaces Fabricated on Copper Sheets, Invertis Journal of Renewable Energy, 2013; 3(1) : 39-44.
U S Liyanaarachchi, C A N Fernando, K L Foo, U Hashim and M Maza, Structural and photoelectrochemical properties of p-Cu2O nano-surfaces prepared by oxidizing copper sheets with a slow heating rate, exhibiting the highest photocurrent and the H2 evaluation rate, Chinese Journal of Physics, 2015; 53(2) : 040803-1
U. S. Liyanaarachchi and C A N Fernando, Photo-electrochemical characteristics of CuO free p-Cu2O thin films prepared by easy fabrication method, Invertis Journal of Renewable Energy, 2013; 3(4):1-6
C A N Fernando, U S Liyanaarachchi, RDAA Rajapaksha, KASK Hemachandra, H2 Evaluation from N-Cu2O nano-photoelectrodes from visible light, 1st National Nanotechnology conference, 2012:53.
C A N Fernando, U S Liyanaarachchi, R D A A Rajapaksha, p-CuI sensitized methylviolet-C18 LB Films in the Cu/p-CuI/M-C18 photo- electrochemical cell and Cu/n-Cu2O/p-CuI junction photo-electrode in the solid state photo voltaic cell, 1st National nanotechnology conference, 2012:119.
U S Liyanaarachchi, C A N Fernando, CuO free p-Cu2O nano-surfaces prepared by oxidizing copper sheets with a slow heating rate exhibiting the highest photocurrent and the H2 evaluation rate, Research symposium of Uwa Wellassa University of Sri Lanka, 2015:29-30
U S Liyanaarachchi, Low cost solution for air-water surface pressure Sensor for Langmuir Trough, Applied Sciences Business and Industrial Research Symposium 2011, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2011:151.
U S Liyanaarachchi, M A A Karunarathna, Exploration of main effects of the Radiosonde System used in civilian weather balloon Systems, 3rd International Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2010:164
U S Liyanaarachchi, M A A Karunarathna, Exploration of main effects for Radiosonde Systems used in civilian Weather Balloon Radar Systems, Applied Sciences Business and Industrial Research Symposium, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2010:55
P D P S Panagoda, U S Liyanaarachchi, Designing of Self Leveling Tripod Head, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2017:57
G K B A S Karunarathna, U S Liyanaarachchi, IMU Based sun position Tracking System for Solar Thermal Power Generation System, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2017:15
M G C S Bandara, U S Liyanaarachchi, Programmable Multipurpose Water Distribution System, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2017:65
D S S Ambepitiya, U S Liyanaarachchi, P D Mahakumara R A N C Ranasinghe, A Multipurpose Digital Data Display Module for Nuclear Instrumments and Related Software, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2017:133
E G A S Thilakarathna, C A N Fernando, U S Liyanaarachchi, Conductivity Sensor for Automated Low cost Electrical Hydroponics System, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2016:161
P A I M Priyanka, U S Liyanaarachchi, C A N Fernando, Soil Electrical Conductivity Meter for Automated Green House, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2016:207
M W K Priyashantha, U S Liyanaarachchi, Microwave Level Receiving Level Variation Ditector with Early Warning System, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2016:253
H T D S Madusanka, U S Liyanaarachchi, M A K Jayathilaka, Economical Industrial Radiographic Film Analyzer for Non-Destructive Testing, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2016:321
K S Prasanga, C A N Fernando, M T J Cooray, U S Liyanaarachchi, Design and Develop Industrial Coil Winding Machine Control Unit, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2016:387
A Ranawaka, C A N Fernando, M T J Cooray, U S Liyanaarachchi, Low Cost Accurate Solar Simulator for Solar Cell Testing, Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Department of Electronics, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2016:405
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Room No: N1-15,
Department of Nano Science Technology,
Faculty of Technology,
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka,
Kuliyapitiya, 60200, Sri Lanka.
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