Kaushik Rajashekara

Dr. Kaushik Rajashekara is a Distinguished Professor of Engineering at the University of Houston, affiliated with the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering. He holds leadership roles in academic and industry research, including prior positions at the University of Texas at Dallas, Rolls-Royce, and Delphi Corporation. His expertise spans power electronics, transportation electrification, and renewable energy systems.

Education:

• MBA, Indiana Wesleyan University, 1992
• Ph.D., M.S., B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, 1984, 1977, 1974
• B.S. in Science & Maths, Bangalore University, 1971

Research Interests: Power electronics and drive systems, subsea electrical systems, electric/hybrid vehicles, aircraft electrification, renewable energy, and microgrids. His work emphasizes sustainable energy solutions and advanced propulsion technologies.

Awards:

• 2022 Global Energy Prize (highest international energy award)
• Member of U.S. National Academy of Engineering (2012)
• IEEE Medal for Environmental and Safety Technologies (2021)
• Multiple fellowships from IEEE, NAI, and SAE

Grants & Advising: Extensive industry collaborations, including roles as Chief Technologist at Rolls-Royce and Chief Scientist at Delphi. His research focuses on cutting-edge technologies like flying cars and subsea power systems.

Labs/Teams: Active in the PEMSEC lab at UH, advancing power electronics and energy systems. Collaborates globally on projects like offshore renewable energy integration and aircraft electrification.