Evolution of 6G and its Applications, Deployment & Security
July 17, 2026 · 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM @ Old Computer Center, Galle, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Wakwella Road, Hapugala
Description
The IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc) Student Chapter at the University of Ruhuna is pleased to host an expert guest lecture featuring Dr. Pasika Ranaweera, Lecturer and Assistant Professor in Electronic Engineering at University College Dublin (UCD). Representing the Network Softwarization and Security Labs (NetsLab), Dr. Ranaweera will lead a deep-dive session exploring the architectural transitions of mobile networks from 2G up to the future of AI-native 6G operation. In addition to core technical aspects, this session will offer a dedicated segment discussing international higher educational opportunities and research pathways for undergraduate students. Key Topics Covered: The transition pathways from 5G/5G-Advanced toward 6G Emerging 6G application landscapes: XR, autonomous systems, digital twins, and non-terrestrial networks Open RAN, AI-RAN, and software-defined architectures Student Focus: Higher education opportunities, postgraduate research pathways, and building global research collaborations