Akila Subasinghe

Dr. Akila Subasinghe is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computer Science at the University of Birmingham, Dubai campus. His work bridges artificial intelligence and practical applications in biomedical engineering, security, and autonomous systems.

Research Interests: His primary research lies in deep learning and artificial intelligence, particularly applied to image and video analysis. He focuses on solving real-world problems in biomedical engineering (e.g., fetal ultrasound, HRCT, stethoscope AI), security surveillance (anomaly detection, maritime monitoring), disaster management, and UAV navigation. His work emphasizes intelligent systems that automate complex visual and signal processing tasks.

Publication Trends: His recent publications (2016–2025) show a consistent focus on AI-driven solutions for medical diagnostics and surveillance. Key themes include automated segmentation, anomaly detection, biometric recognition, and intelligent medical devices. His work appears in journals such as IEEE Access, F1000Research, and Multimedia Tools and Applications, as well as IEEE conferences.

Supervision and Expertise: He has extensive experience supervising PhD, MPhil, and undergraduate research projects, indicating a strong commitment to academic mentorship. His educational background includes a PhD and MSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Western University, Canada, and a BSc in Electrical Engineering from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. He is also an Associate Member of the Institution of Engineering, Sri Lanka.

Scientific Contributions: While no formal awards are listed, his body of work demonstrates significant contributions to applied AI in healthcare and security. He is actively publishing and leading research in intelligent systems.