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Professor Dr. Saman Gunasekara

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Saman Nimali Gunasekara is an Assistant Professor and researcher at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Applied Thermodynamics and Refrigeration within the Energy Technology division. His research focuses on the development of cost-effective solid-liquid phase change materials (PCMs) for thermal energy storage, emphasizing resource efficiency and industrial applications. With a Ph.D. in Energy and Environmental Systems from KTH, he has also completed an M.Sc. in Sustainable Technology and a B.Sc. in Chemical Process Engineering. Saman has worked as a Research Development Engineer in Sri Lanka and has actively contributed to various research initiatives such as the Sustainable Industry Society (IRIS) and the Nordic collaboration project on Neutrons Heat Storage. His recent projects involve the analysis of low-global warming potential refrigerants and the development of District Cooling Systems.

Research Interests

Thermal Energy Storage Phase Change Materials Sustainable Energy Systems Refrigeration Technologies

Experience

Research Development Engineer

— Present

Lucky Lanka Milk Processing Co. Ltd. • Sri Lanka

Worked on research and development in energy efficiency systems.

Courses

Degree Project Energy Systems Analysis, Cycle (MJ249X) Degree Project Energy Systems Analysis, Cycle (MJ248X) Degree Project Energy Technology, Cycle (MJ241X) Degree Project Energy Technology, Cycle (MJ240X) District Heating Cooling (MJ2514) Energy Storage Technology (MJ2386) Methods Research Sustainable Energy (MJ2510) Practical Introduction Energy Technology (MJ1104) Renewable Energy Technology (MJ2411) Sustainable Energy Transitions - Technology Management Perspectives (FME3550)

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).

Application Checklist

  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)

Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).