Jagath Gunasekera

Jagath Gunasekera is a Lecturer and Lab Manager in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering within the School of Engineering at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. His role combines academic instruction with oversight of engineering laboratory facilities.

Education:

• M.S., Industrial Engineering, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2023
• Ph.D., Physics, University of Missouri - Columbia, 2013
• M.S., Physics, University of Missouri - Columbia, 2010
• B.S., Physics, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2007

Research Focus: His work integrates physics and engineering principles across multiple domains:

• Quantum Magnetic Materials: Investigating novel material properties at quantum scales
• Cryogenics: Low-temperature systems and applications
• Biomedical Engineering: Cross-disciplinary medical technology development
• Manufacturing Technologies: 3D modeling and CNC machining processes

Laboratory Management: Directs operational and safety protocols for departmental engineering labs, supporting student training and research infrastructure.