We, the department, are quite proud to report that one of the final year undergraduate projects conducted at the department received national recognition.

We are extremely proud to announce that a group of four third year undergraduates of Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya have become first in the  senior university category at Global Robotics Games 2023 The three day robotics competition held in Singapore, began on the 15th of November 2023. The competition is part of the educational initiative led by Wefaa Robotics, to engage and inspire students ranging from primary to undergraduate levels.  Five undergraduate students from the Department of Computer Engineering at the University of Peradeniya, namely  Adeepa Fernando, Hariharan Raveenthiran, Piumal Rathnayake, Saadia Jameel and Thamish Wanduragala, presently engaged in their industrial training in Singapore, participated in the contest under the Senior University Category. Participants had to assemble their own reconfigurable, modular and programmable robots for a soccer competition.  On day one, the students embraced the challenge of showcasing their technical prowess by assembling their version of a soccer- playing robot. On day two, the focus shifted to refining the robot’s skills and strategy in preparation for taking on opponents in a series of soccer matches. After having played all round- robin matches and winning the quarter finals on the second day, our team went on to winning…

The Asian University Alliances Overseas Study Program for the year 2023, hosted at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) from July 3rd to July 7th, was a celebration of interdisciplinary exploration and academic excellence. This year's program, focusing on "Systems Biology: A quantitative way to tackle disease regulations for a futuristic public healthcare system," brought together scholars, researchers, and professionals from universities worldwide. Denuka Jayaweera, a final-year student from the Department of Computer Engineering at the University of Peradeniya, earned a well-deserved place at the forefront of this remarkable gathering. As the representative of the Faculty of Engineering, Denuka's participation underscored the institution's commitment to academic excellence. What truly set this program apart was its diverse cohort of participants. PhD students, MSc students, and physicians converged from renowned institutions such as the University of Malaya in Malaysia, Chulalongkorn University in Thailand, Nazarbayev University in Kazakhstan, and others. This eclectic mix of expertise and backgrounds created a vibrant environment for intellectual exchange and collaboration. The event provided a unique platform for professionals from various disciplines to work together towards advancing Systems Biology using mathematical approaches. The interdisciplinary nature of the field facilitated the sharing of insights, collaborative research efforts,…

The Department of Computer Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Peradeniya, has yet again demonstrated its potential in the field of technology and innovation. A group of exceptional students from the department participated in the prestigious SLASSCOM National Ingenuity Awards 2023 and emerged victorious in the "Best Innovative Product/Project - University - Central Province" category, leaving a remarkable impact on the event. The SLASSCOM National Ingenuity Awards is a highly esteemed platform that recognises and celebrates innovation and excellence in Sri Lanka's technology sector. This year's event, which took place on June 16th at the Grand Ballroom of Shangri-La Colombo, witnessed over 200 participants from all nine provinces, each showcasing their groundbreaking contributions to the country's tech ecosystem. The awards were jointly organized by SLASSCOM's Entrepreneurship and Innovation Forum and the Regional Development Forum, with Sysco LABS, a leading technology innovation company, serving as the exclusive main sponsor for the event. The winning project, titled "Food Recommendation System Using Machine Learning for Diabetic Patients," stood out for its relevance, innovation, and potential to make a significant impact on the lives of diabetic patients. The project aimed to address the challenge faced by diabetic patients in determining the suitability…

We are thrilled to announce that Dr Dhammika Elkaduwe, a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Engineering at the University of Peradeniya, has been awarded the ACM Software System Award for 2022.

Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya has acquired a brand-new workstation with the intent of powering and fostering research and projects for faculty and students alike.