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Dr. Sandun Perera is an Associate Professor of Business Analytics and Operations at the University of Nevada, Reno's College of Business. He holds leadership roles as Executive Director of the Human-Centered AI Society and Co-Chair for major academic conferences (DSI 2025, POMS 2025). His research spans Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Operations, AI integration, and Disruptive Technologies, with publications in top-tier journals like Financial Times Top 50 and UTD Top 24 lists. He has collaborated with multinational firms, hospitals, and pharmaceutical companies, addressing real-world operational challenges.
- Education:
- Ph.D., Operations Management, University of Texas at Dallas (2015)
- MBA and M.S. in Supply Chain Management, University of Texas at Dallas (2014–2012)
- Advanced coursework in Finance, Economics, and Mathematics (University of Zurich, Florida Atlantic University)
- B.S. in Finance and Computational Mathematics, University of Colombo (2004)
His research interests focus on leveraging AI and analytics to optimize healthcare systems, supply chains, and sustainability networks. He explores blockchain applications, telemedicine integration, and environmental resource management. Recent work analyzes network effects in shipping platforms and the strategic use of bundling in supply chains.
Dr. Perera has received prestigious awards including the INFORMS Financial Services Best Paper Award and the Outstanding Faculty Research Award. He actively contributes to academic publishing as a Guest Senior Editor for Production and Operations Management and an Associate Editor for Transportation Research Part E and OMEGA.
Teaching excellence is reflected in his Bill Parish Award and courses on Global Supply Chains, Sports Analytics, and Predictive Analytics. His grants and collaborations include projects on elective surgery scheduling, telehealth platform coordination, and Fintech's impact on climate change.
Leadership roles include executive positions in AI initiatives and conference co-chairships, emphasizing professional development and industry engagement. He advises initiatives on aligning development aid with Sustainable Development Goals and improving healthcare workforce efficiency.
