Category Archives: Internationalization

KEYNOTE TALK: GEOAI-DRIVEN 3D URBAN MODELLING

KEYNOTE TALK: GEOAI-DRIVEN 3D URBAN MODELLING

It’s an honour to be given a 45-minute keynote slot, an academic recognition that reflects trust from the international scientific community. 

Unlike typical paper presentations, a keynote isn’t just about showing results. It’s about vision. Future directions. Inspiring researchers across disciplines.

Sharing how Geospatial Science matters, whether it’s for noise modelling, wind flow, water systems, or urban resilience. This keynote is my way of showing how 3D City Modelling and GeoAI can drive meaningful applications across sectors.

Just an abstract for today. The rest of the presentation notes will be drafted later. 

#keynotetalk #geospatialscience #geoai #3dgis #urbanmodelling #smartcities #climateaction #academicrecognition #internationalconference #utm

SMALL GESTURES, BIG MEANING

SMALL GESTURES, BIG MEANING

Received a letter of appreciation from the Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Professor Dato’ Seri Ir. Dr. Abdul Rahman Mohamed.

I believe, it’s a simple gesture, yet it carries great value, a reminder that even small contributions can help shape the future of higher education.

Grateful to be part of this process and always ready to support initiatives that elevate academic excellence.

#academicrecognition #utm #usm #highereducation #researchimpact #globalacademia

ISDB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS 2025–2026

ISDB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS 2025–2026

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has officially extended the application deadline to 20 April 2025 for its renowned Scholarship Programs for the academic year 2025–26.

These programs are designed to nurture talent and build capacity in IsDB Member Countries and Muslim communities in non-member countries, supporting students in undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and postdoctoral studies.

The IsDB remains committed to human capital development, technological advancement, and inclusive progress. This is a valuable opportunity for ambitious students seeking to make an impact in their communities through education.

Apply now and take the next step in your academic journey.

Application link: https://www.isdb.org/scholarships

#IsDB #Scholarship2025 #HigherEducation #HumanCapitalDevelopment #SustainableDevelopment #IslamicDevelopmentBank #YouthEmpowerment #GlobalOpportunities

KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT ICWEES-2025

KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT ICWEES-2025

I have been invited to deliver the Keynote Lecture at the International Conference on Water, Environment, Energy, and Society (ICWEES-2025), which will take place on April 24-25, 2025. This invitation came from a research colleague which he is a Vice Chancellor of a university, making it hard to say no.

I am also honored to be invited as a member of the International Technical Advisory Committee for this conference.

This event is jointly organized by the National Institute of Technology Puducherry (NIT PY) and the International Association for Water, Environment, Energy, and Society (IAWEES), in collaboration with institutions like Rabindranath Tagore University, Texas A&M University (USA), and IHE Delft Institute for Water Education (Netherlands).

If anyone here is familiar with this conference or has attended previous editions, please share your insights and experiences. I would love to hear from you!

#KeynoteSpeaker #ICWEES2025 #Sustainability #WaterEnvironmentEnergy #GlobalCollaboration #AcademicImpact

NEXT YEAR EVENT: KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT PCIVI2025 IN LONDON!

NEXT YEAR EVENT: KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT PCIVI2025 IN LONDON!

I’ve been invited to serve as a Keynote Speaker at the Precision Global Forum on Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering (PCIVI2025), scheduled to be held from August 11-13, 2025, in London, UK.

This prestigious event, hosted by Reoozvelt, will bring together experts and professionals from around the world to discuss and share knowledge on key subjects in civil, structural, and environmental engineering. It’s an honor to contribute to this global platform and engage with fellow industry leaders.

Looking forward to enriching discussions and sharing insights at this significant forum. Many thanks to the PCIVI2025 organizing committee for this wonderful opportunity!

#PCIVI2025 #KeynoteSpeaker #CivilEngineering #StructuralEngineering #EnvironmentalEngineering #Conference2025 #Innovation

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER INVITATION AT ADVANCED MATERIALS SCIENCE WORLD CONGRESS 2025

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER INVITATION AT ADVANCED MATERIALS SCIENCE WORLD CONGRESS 2025

I have been invited to serve as a Distinguished Speaker at the 7th Edition of the Advanced Materials Science World Congress, scheduled to take place on March 24-25, 2025, in London, UK. This invitation is a wonderful opportunity to present my work and engage with leading experts in the field.

The requested the focus of my lecture will be on my recent research titled “Development of Three-Dimensional Soil Water Dynamic Flow (3D SWD FLOW) Data Model for Landslide Modelling”. The research basically explores the innovative methods for predicting and managing landslides, contributing to safer and more resilient urban environments.

I am excited and look forward to the stimulating discussions and networking opportunities that this prestigious event will offer. Many thanks to Blessy Josephine and the organizing committee for this incredible opportunity.

#MaterialsScience #LandslideModelling #3DModelling #UrbanPlanning #TechInnovation #ConferenceSpeaker

FUNCTIONAL PROGRAMMING IN GEOSPATIAL SCIENCE

This is a photo from exactly seven years ago when I was testing an algorithm I developed to create stereo image from a single photo. The tested image on the left is the original. The image on the right shows the local extrema and minimal pixel intersection based on the code I wrote myself. This was done using the Haskell functional programming language, among the fastest programming method available today. This work was conducted in our Photogrammetry lab at the National Space Institute, Denmark.

#haskell #dtu #dtuspace #denmark #lyngby

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER AT GLOBAL CONCLAVE & EXPO 2025 INVITATION

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER AT GLOBAL CONCLAVE & EXPO 2025 INVITATION

I have been invited to join the Premier Global Conclave and Expo 2025 as a Distinguished Speaker. This esteemed event will be held on April 3-4, 2025, in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

They want me to share insights from my recent publication titled “An Overview of Advances in Geoinformatics Technologies: Facilities and Utilities Optimization and Management for Smart City Applications”. This topic is crucial for integrating geospatial technologies in urban planning and management, and I believe it will provide valuable insights for the attendees.

Looking forward to this prestigious event with fellow experts and professionals in the field. 

Many thanks to Apphia Grace and the organizing committee for this incredible opportunity.

#Conclave2025 #Geoinformatics #SmartCities #UrbanPlanning #TechInnovation #ConferenceSpeaker

JOINING IEREK PRESS’ EDITORIAL BOARD

JOINING IEREK PRESS’ EDITORIAL BOARD

I have been invited to join the Editorial Board of IEREK Press, an international establishment dedicated to publishing academic journals in Science, Engineering, and Technology. This invitation comes from Dr. Mourad (CEO), with whom I have previously collaborated on various projects.

As part of the Editorial Board, I will be contributing to regular and special issues that include research papers from conferences and direct submissions. This role aligns with my commitment to advancing knowledge and encouraging scholarly contributions in these vital fields.

IEREK Press is renowned for fostering academic excellence and innovation. Our journal, is set to be indexed in Scopus by the end of this year. This milestone marks a significant step in promoting high-quality research and impactful discoveries.

What an opportunity to work with esteemed colleagues and contribute to the journey of knowledge enrichment.

Warm thanks to Dr. Mourad and the IEREK Press team for this honor.

#AcademicPublishing #Geoinformatics #EnvironmentalScience #SustainableDevelopment #IEREKPress #ResearchInnovation

FROM MPHIL TO PROMOTION – NEVIL’S INSPIRING STORY

FROM MPHIL TO PROMOTION – NEVIL’S INSPIRING STORY

I am thrilled to share a moment of pride and achievement as my supervisee, Nevil Wickramathilaka, reaches a significant milestone in his career. After completing his MPhil in Geoinformatics at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia with a perfect CGPA of 4.00, Nevil has not only excelled academically but has also made remarkable contributions to the field.

His dedication over the past two (2) years has been truly inspirational. Nevil has published five (5) journal articles in renowned Scopus/WoS indexed journals, presented his innovative research at four (4) international conferences, received two (2) prestigious awards, and registered three (3) intellectual properties related to his groundbreaking work in traffic noise visualization and noise absorption assessment via spatial interpolation.

Today, I had the honor of writing a recommendation letter for his promotion at John Kotelawala Defence University, which reflects his hard work and potential. His promotion comes with a well-deserved salary increase of around 150%.

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” — Pele

#AcademicExcellence #Geoinformatics #CareerAchievement #UniversityLife #ScholarSuccess