Dr Nalinda Somasiri

I am the Associate Dean for Data Science & Computer Science at York St John University, London Campus. Prior to beginning with York St John University in 2020, I was a Solution Architect at Motorola Solutions, UK, from 2006-2019, where I delivered innovative and cutting-edge AI & Machine Learning application solutions to the Public & Safety domain within the UK and to international customers.

I have a PhD in Electronic Engineering from Queen Mary University of London and received my MSc in Radio & Communication Engineering from King’s College London. I also hold a B.Eng. (Hons) in Electrical, Electronics, and Information Engineering from City University of London. I am an AI, Machine Learning & Blockchain developer, researcher, practitioner, AI & ML specialist as well as a data consultant with over 20 years in the industry. I have worked in companies such as Motorola Solutions (UK), Jaguar Land Rover (UK) and MBDA during my time in the industry.

The focus of my current research is on Blockchain, Generative AI & Machine Learning. I have published over 30 journal and conference papers in these fields. I also work closely with AWS, Motorola and IBM on Generative AI & ML research activities.