Nayomi Kankanamge

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200

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Dr. Nayomi Kankanamge is a leading researcher at the intersection of artificial intelligence and urban planning, with a particular focus on how emerging technologies are perceived and integrated into real-world city development. Her most-cited work, "Artificial Intelligence Technologies and Related Urban Planning and Development Concepts: How Are They Perceived and Utilized in Australia?" (2020, 200 citations), provides a critical, empirical foundation for understanding the adoption of AI in the public sector. This landmark study examines the gap between technological potential and practical implementation, revealing how urban planners and policymakers in Australia view AI tools—from data analytics to smart city applications. Beyond this core contribution, Dr. Kankanamge's research explores disaster resilience, community engagement, and the ethical dimensions of smart city technologies. Her work is distinguished by its focus on human-centered AI, ensuring that technological advancements serve diverse communities equitably. With her research consistently cited by scholars in urban informatics, public policy, and computer science, Dr. Kankanamge is recognized as a vital voice bridging technical innovation with inclusive, evidence-based urban governance.