Annual General Meeting and Guest Lecture
You are invited to the IEEE Cyprus Section AGM and Guest Lecture
Date: January 22nd, 18:15-19:45, 2026
We are honored to host IEEE TEMS Distinguished Lecturer Dr. Jeewika Ranaweere
Title: Building the Future: The Industrial Metaverse and the Next Era of Engineering Innovation
Abstract: The industrial metaverse represents a powerful convergence of digital twins, AI, IoT, and immersive collaboration, creating connected ecosystems where engineers can design, simulate, and optimize complex systems in real time. This talk explores how industrial metaverse technologies are transforming sectors such as manufacturing, construction, energy, and logistics through enhanced efficiency, predictive maintenance, and sustainable design. Examples will highlight how immersive environments and intelligent digital twins are enabling faster prototyping, safer operations, and better decision-making. The session will also discuss challenges in interoperability, data governance, and workforce readiness; and outline how engineers can play a leading role in shaping this next industrial revolution.
Short Bio: Dr. Jeewika Ranaweera is an engineer, author, inventor, IEEE TEMS Distinguished Lecturer (DL), and sustainability advocate. She co-chairs the IEEE Metaverse Initiative and serves as a member-at-large for IEEE WIE. She authored an eBook for IEEE WIE and illustrated IEEE’s first children’s book. A strong advocate for diversity in AI and the metaverse, she actively addresses digital and hardware inequalities. Dr. Ranaweera holds degrees from CUJAE and the University of Toronto, along with five U.S. patents. She was recognized as one of SWE's Women Engineers You Should Know in 2023 and received the Outstanding Member Who Promoted WIE award from IEEE WIE SCV in 2020.
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- European University Cyprus,
- 6 Diogenous Str.
- Nicosia, Cyprus
- Cyprus 2404
- Building: New Building, 1st Floor
- Room Number: Microsoft Start-up Centre
- Starts 14 January 2026 10:00 PM UTC
- Ends 22 January 2026 02:00 PM UTC
- No Admission Charge
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Jeewika
Building the Future: The Industrial Metaverse and the Next Era of Engineering Innovation
Abstract: The industrial metaverse represents a powerful convergence of digital twins, AI, IoT, and immersive collaboration, creating connected ecosystems where engineers can design, simulate, and optimize complex systems in real time. This talk explores how industrial metaverse technologies are transforming sectors such as manufacturing, construction, energy, and logistics through enhanced efficiency, predictive maintenance, and sustainable design. Examples will highlight how immersive environments and intelligent digital twins are enabling faster prototyping, safer operations, and better decision-making. The session will also discuss challenges in interoperability, data governance, and workforce readiness; and outline how engineers can play a leading role in shaping this next industrial revolution.
Biography:
Short Bio: Dr. Jeewika Ranaweera is an engineer, author, inventor, IEEE TEMS Distinguished Lecturer (DL), and sustainability advocate. She co-chairs the IEEE Metaverse Initiative and serves as a member-at-large for IEEE WIE. She authored an eBook for IEEE WIE and illustrated IEEE’s first children’s book. A strong advocate for diversity in AI and the metaverse, she actively addresses digital and hardware inequalities. Dr. Ranaweera holds degrees from CUJAE and the University of Toronto, along with five U.S. patents. She was recognized as one of SWE's Women Engineers You Should Know in 2023 and received the Outstanding Member Who Promoted WIE award from IEEE WIE SCV in 2020.
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AGM: 18:15-18:45
Guest lecture: 18:45-19:45 Dr. Jeewika Renaweera