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Koen Kok is a Full Professor in the Electrical Engineering Department at Eindhoven University of Technology, specializing in Intelligent Energy Systems. He pioneers research in applying distributed software technologies and AI to modernize electricity systems, with a focus on edge computing, market trade, and grid stability.
- Dutch Research Council (NWO) Perspective Grant (2021) for MegaMind
- Co-PI in EU projects: ValueFlex, EcoGrid.EU, SmartHouse/SmartGrid
- Co-author of 2025 publications on MARL algorithms, congestion management, and TSO-DSO coordination
- Recipient of Blue Tulip and Sustainia100 awards
His research bridges technical and ethical aspects of AI in energy systems, emphasizing open-source deployment and commercialization. Current projects include hybrid local electricity markets, grid-edge data integration (MEGAMIND program), and congestion management frameworks combining tariffs and contracts.
Recent work demonstrates:
- Attention-MADDPG algorithm outperforming peers in LEM simulations
- Seasonal peak tariffs' effectiveness in mitigating load synchronization
- Integrated TSO-DSO coordination for DER flexibility utilization
He leads the MegaMind research program and contributes to EU policy alignment through technical-economic analysis.
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