Dr. Dulan Perera
From Factory Floors to Brainwaves: Engineering with Purpose
About Me
I’m Dulan Perera, a multidisciplinary engineer and educator with a PhD in biomedical engineering and a strong foundation in automation, control systems, and data-driven research. I began my career as an R&D engineer and later as a factory automation project manager, delivering customized automation solutions across the manufacturing sector. My academic journey led me to explore EEG-based brain signal analysis for driver distraction detection, combining signal processing with machine learning. Currently, I serve as an assistant lecturer at Monash University, where I continue to pursue my passion for innovation, problem-solving, and mentoring the next generation of engineers.
Recent Research Projects
Computational Intelligence for Detection of Distracted Driving
Research project focused on detecting driver distraction using EEG signals, brain connectivity estimators, and machine learning
Development of a Helicopter flight simulator
Research project focused on providing the best possible simulator experience for novice pilots before getting into the actual helicopter
Factory Automation Project Summary
Summary of Factory Automation projects conducted during my stint as an R&D engineer and a project Manager
For me, engineering has never just been about systems and code—it’s about people, purpose, and progress. Whether I’m guiding students, solving real-world problems, or conducting research, my goal is simple: to create meaningful, lasting impact through thoughtful innovation and collaborative effort.
Dulan Perera
Assistant Lecturer
Department of Human Centered Computing
Faculty of IT
Monash University
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