Isuru Bandara

Ph.D. Student, Civil and Environmental Engineering

Research Interests:
Isuru Bandara's research focuses on understanding the fundamentals of subsurface gas migration and connecting this knowledge to practical applications. His current work involves experimental and numerical modeling of subsurface gas migration caused by leaks in underground natural gas pipelines. Through his research, Isuru aims to enhance existing techniques and regulations for above-ground leak detection and quantification, contributing to improved safety and environmental sustainability in the context of natural gas infrastructure. 

Road to the Moody School: 
Isuru earned his Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, in 2017, where he developed a deep interest in Water Resources Engineering. He furthered his education with postgraduate at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences under the NORAD NORHED WaSo Asia Project in Norway, and completed his Master’s degree in Water and Environmental Engineering at the University of Peradeniya in 2024.