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Mehdi SavaghebiView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Microgrids
• Smart Grids
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Mehdi Savaghebi is a Professor in Power Electronics-Enabled Power Systems and Head of the Energy Technology and Computer Science Section at the Department of Engineering Technology, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), Ballerup, Denmark. He has previously held academic positions as Associate Professor at Aalborg University and the University of Southern Denmark, where he also served as a Research Team Leader. He is currently accepting PhD students and is actively involved in research, supervision, and editorial work. His research interests focus on modern power systems enabled by power electronics, particularly in the domains of renewable energy integration, microgrids, smart grids, and Power-to-X technologies. His expertise lies in control strategies for inverters, power quality improvement, harmonic mitigation, and protection of distributed energy systems. He is deeply engaged in advancing grid-forming and grid-following inverter technologies, energy islands, and sector coupling for sustainable development. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in advanced control methodologies for power electronic converters, particularly in microgrid applications. His work emphasizes active damping, capacitor voltage decoupling, disturbance rejection, and dynamic performance enhancement in both grid-following and grid-forming inverters. These efforts support broader goals in renewable integration, industrial energy efficiency, and resilient low-carbon grids. Mehdi Savaghebi serves as Editor for IET Smart Grid . He is a member of review committees at Tallinn University of Technology and Nanyang Technological University. He has delivered guest lectures at international institutions, including Tallinn University of Technology. As a main supervisor, he advises PhD student A. July on the project 'Coordinated control of energy storage units and grid-forming converters in energy islands'. He leads multiple research projects, including GRACE (Grid Capacity-Aware Investment Roadmap for Eco-Industrial Clusters) and Communication Technologies for Control of Microgrids. His lab and research team focus on power electronics, microgrid control, and energy system integration, working on real-world applications such as the CLA-µGrid for the Alcântara Launch Center in Brazil and electric weed control in agriculture.

Brandon GraingerView profile

Associate Professor

• Electric Power Conversion
• Medium- and High-Voltage Power Electronics
• HVDC & STATCOM Systems
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Dr Brandon M Grainger is an Eaton Faculty Fellow and Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering, where he also directs the Electric Power Technologies Laboratory, serves as Associate Director of the Energy GRID Institute, and co-directs Pitt AMPED. A key architect of Pitt’s electric power program since 2008, he focuses on advanced power conversion, high-voltage electronics, wide-band-gap semiconductors, and aerospace power systems. Education PhD, Electrical Engineering (Power Conversion), University of Pittsburgh, 2014 MS, Electrical Engineering, University of Pittsburgh, 2011 BS, Mechanical Engineering & Minor in Electrical Engineering, University of Pittsburgh, 2007 Executive Education Certificate, Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University, 2019 Research Focus Dr Grainger’s work lies at the intersection of power electronics, high-voltage engineering, and sustainable energy systems. He specializes in medium- and high-voltage power electronics (HVDC, STATCOM), resonant converters, and ultra-high-power-density designs leveraging SiC and GaN semiconductors. His investigations extend to electric-vehicle traction drives, solid-state transformers, optimized magnetics for aerospace applications, and resilient microgrids. He and his students routinely collaborate with NASA JPL, Johns Hopkins APL, Honeywell Aerospace, and the Naval Research Laboratory, leveraging Pitt’s NSF SHREC center to push the boundaries of power conversion in space and defense systems. Selected Research Themes High-frequency, high-density DC/DC converters for satellite power systems Radiation-tolerant GaN converters and point-of-load power stages Medium-voltage testbed development (13.8 kV, 5 MVA) Rare-earth-free permanent-magnet machine topologies Model-predictive control of multi-phase drives and microgrids Honors & Awards 2024 IEEE Region 2 Outstanding Educator Award 2024 Pitt STRIVE Outstanding DEI Service Award 2019 ESWP Engineer of the Year 2019 ASEE 2nd Place Best Paper Award 2019 SRI Undergraduate Best Mentor Award Richard K. Mellon Endowed Graduate Fellowship National Academies of Science & Engineering Ambassador Senior Member, IEEE Grants & Industry Partnerships Dr Grainger’s research has been continuously funded by federal agencies and industry partners including NASA JPL, Johns Hopkins APL, Honeywell Aerospace, the Naval Research Laboratory, Eaton, and the National Science Foundation through the SHREC Center. These awards support graduate students and post-docs working on next-generation power systems for aerospace, naval, and terrestrial applications. Laboratories & Teams Director, Electric Power Technologies Laboratory (EPTL) Associate Director, Energy GRID Institute Co-Director, Pitt AMPED (Advanced Multimodal Power and Energy Development) Faculty Affiliate, NSF SHREC Center

David J. ThomsonView profile

Professor

• Photonics
• Silicon Photonics
• Optical Computing
• +3 more

Professor David J. Thomson is a Professorial Fellow in the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) at the University of Southampton, holding a prestigious Royal Society University Research Fellowship. He pioneers photonics research for computing applications and LIDAR systems, commanding over £10 million in research funding and leading a 12-member team focused on novel photonic device development and electronic integration. Thomson's research centers on silicon photonics and optical computing, with critical advancements in high-speed optical modulators, photonic integrated circuits, and LIDAR technologies. His work drives innovations in programmable photonics using phase-change materials and the co-integration of photonic and electronic systems, enabling breakthroughs in energy-efficient data communication and next-generation computing architectures. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a dominant focus on silicon photonics for ultra-high-speed optical interconnects, featuring programmable circuits with Sb2Se3 phase-change materials, 224 Gbaud transmitters, and MOSCAP ring modulators with sub-5nm insulators. These works collectively address bandwidth and energy challenges in data centers and high-performance computing through monolithic integration and novel material systems. Scientific Awards: Royal Society University Research Fellowship Thomson actively supervises eight PhD students across the ORC and Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, while managing substantial grants exceeding £10 million from the Royal Society, EPSRC, Horizon Europe, and Huawei Technologies. His projects include DOLORES (Digital Optical Computing Platform), Tunnel Epitaxy of III-V on Silicon, and PIXEurope, targeting revolutionary photonic integration for neural networks and communications. He leads a specialized research team within the ORC's state-of-the-art facilities, focusing on photonic device design, fabrication, and characterization. This group collaborates on major European initiatives like Horizon Europe's DOLORES and PIXEurope, advancing silicon photonic platforms for optical computing and LIDAR applications.

• Electronics Engineering
• Analog Circuit Design
• Biomedical Sensors
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Susana Paton Alvarez is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronic Technology within the College of Engineering at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. She is affiliated with the Microelectronic Design and Applications (DMA) research group and the University Institute on Gender Studies . Her contact information includes email addresses susana.paton@uc3m.es and spaton@ing.uc3m.es , and her office is located at 1.2.C06 - Agustin De Betancourt in Leganés. Her research focuses on analog and mixed-signal circuit design , with a particular emphasis on capacitance-to-digital converters , voltage-controlled oscillators (VCO) , and biomedical sensors . Recent work includes advancements in time-encoded sensors for physiological monitoring and noise analysis in multi-bit SigmaDelta modulators. She also explores applications in flexible electronics and edge computing for biosignal acquisition. Notable publications include contributions to IEEE Sensors Letters , IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems II , and IEEE Sensors Journal , reflecting her expertise in microelectronic design and biomedical engineering. Her research often bridges theoretical circuit analysis with practical implementations in nanometer CMOS technologies. Dr. Paton Alvarez actively participates in collaborative projects and conferences, such as Modularos and Short Range Wireless Front-Ends initiatives. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, her publications highlight sustained contributions to the field of analog and biomedical circuit design. Her academic roles include teaching Computer Science and Electronics subjects. She is involved in the University Institute on Gender Studies , indicating an interest in interdisciplinary research or outreach in gender-related academic issues.

Xiaoqing PanView profile

Professor

• Materials Science
• Electron Microscopy
• Atomic-scale Characterization
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Xiaoqing Pan is a Professor and Henry Samueli Endowed Chair in Engineering at the University of California, Irvine, with dual appointments in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and the Department of Physics and Astronomy. He serves as Director of the Irvine Materials Research Institute (IMRI) and the Center for Complex and Active Materials (NSF MRSEC). A renowned electron microscopy expert, Pan has developed advanced transmission electron microscopy (TEM) techniques for atomic-scale material characterization. Ph.D., Universität des Saarlandes, Germany (1991) His research focuses on atomic-scale structure-property relationships in oxide heterostructures, ferroelectrics, nanocatalysts, and 2D functional materials. Pan leads development of novel 4D-STEM and momentum-resolved vibrational electron microscopy methods to study single-atom catalysts and complex oxides. With over 400 high-impact publications in Nature , Science , and Nature Materials , his work has been recognized by major fellowships and awards from the American Ceramic Society, American Physical Society, and National Science Foundation. Pan's recent work includes: Atomic-scale analysis of grain boundary phonon anisotropy Advances in FeSe/SrTiO 3 interface electron-phonon coupling Plastic waste upcycling through carbon intermediate interception Control of metal-support interactions in photocatalysts Strain engineering in high-entropy oxide films His laboratory at UCI represents the forefront of materials characterization technology development.

Thiago Batista SoeiroView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Electric Vehicle Systems
• Battery Management Systems
• +3 more

Thiago Batista Soeiro serves as a Full Professor with exceptional scholarly impact, evidenced by over 200 research publications and an h-index of 27. His work fundamentally advances power electronics applications in transportation and energy systems, particularly through innovations in electric vehicle infrastructure and sustainable power conversion technologies. Despite the absence of explicit institutional affiliation in source materials, his research permeates critical IEEE journals and conferences. Professor Soeiro's research portfolio centers on: Power converter design for electric vehicle charging systems AI-driven battery health estimation using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy Wireless power transfer optimization for automotive applications High-efficiency topologies for more electric aircraft Hydrogen energy system integration Advanced semiconductor utilization in grid-connected systems Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals accelerating innovation in wide-voltage-range converters, predictive battery management, and fault-tolerant power systems. His work increasingly bridges machine learning with power electronics, notably through computation-light AI models for battery diagnostics, while maintaining strong focus on practical implementation challenges in EV charging and aircraft electrification. No scientific awards or honors were documented in the available materials. Similarly, information regarding student supervision, research grants, laboratory facilities, or collaborative teams was not provided in the source texts.

• RF IC Design
• Mixed-Signal IC Design
• Wireless Communication Systems
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Bertan Bakkaloglu is the On Semiconductor Professor in the School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU), where he has been since 2004. Prior to ASU, he worked at Texas Instruments focusing on analog, mixed-signal, and RF SoC development for communication transceivers. His research expertise spans RF and mixed-signal IC design, wireless/wireline communication systems, and broadband communication systems. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Oregon State University (1995) M.S.C. in Electrical Engineering, University of Houston (1992) Research Interests: RF and mixed-signal integrated circuits Power management ICs (including LDO regulators and DC-DC converters) High-efficiency power delivery systems Radiation-hardened electronics for space applications MEMS-based sensor systems Biomedical circuits for implantable devices Grants & Collaborations: Over 40+ funded research projects with institutions like NASA/JPL, BAE Systems, and NSF, focusing on power electronics, space systems, and biomedical applications Key projects include radiation-hardened converters, self-calibrating DACs, and implantable medical device circuits Industry partnerships with Texas Instruments, Space Micro, and FLIR Professional Activities: Technical committee member for IEEE Radio Frequency Integrated Circuits Conference Founding chair of IEEE Solid-State Circuits Society Phoenix Chapter

Yu XiaView profile

Researcher

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Electron Microscopy
• +7 more

Yu Xia is a Post Doc at the Department of Chemistry, Stockholm University, Sweden. He is affiliated with the Tom Willhammar Research Group, focusing on advanced electron microscopy and diffraction techniques for structural characterization of materials. PhD (2019–2023) from a joint program between the University of Birmingham (UK) and the Southern University of Science and Technology (China). Research emphasizes fabrication of metallic nanoparticles with non-equilibrium structures and shapes using gas-phase condensation and thermal shock methods. Specializes in scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM), in-situ heating experiments, and electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS) for nanoparticle analysis. Current work prioritizes 4DSTEM imaging for electron beam-sensitive materials and Python-based post-processing of electron microscopy datasets. Yu Xia's research spans Materials Science , Nanotechnology , and Electrocatalysis , with applications in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution , graphene composites , and advanced electron microscopy techniques . His work often integrates computational image processing with structural characterization to optimize material properties. Publications highlight innovations in heterostructure engineering , metallic alloy catalysts , and electron beam-sensitive material imaging . No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Yu Xia's technical expertise includes Python scripting for image analysis, in-situ electron microscopy , and multifunctional graphene-based materials .

Kyojin ChooView profile

Assistant Professor

• Charge-domain circuits
• Sensor interfaces
• Energy converters
• +4 more

Kyojin Choo is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) in the School of Engineering , affiliated with the Mixed-Signal Integrated Circuits Lab (MSIC-LAB). He also holds teaching roles in Microengineering and Electrical and Electronics Engineering at EPFL. B.S. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Seoul National University (2007, 2009) Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan (2018) His research focuses on charge-domain analog/mixed-signal circuits , low-power sensor interfaces , and compact ADCs for IoT, wearables, and millimeter-scale systems. He has pioneered charge-injection cell techniques for energy-efficient circuits in energy management, sensor front-ends, and communication. His work emphasizes reducing power consumption to nanowatt levels while enabling ultra-compact designs. His recent publications highlight advancements in compact SAR ADCs , low-power MEMS accelerometers , millimeter-scale imaging systems , and ultra-low-power timing generators . His research integrates charge-domain circuit design with sensor interface optimization , energy harvesting , and high-speed link architectures . He holds over 20 US patents and has taught courses in Microengineering and Electrical Engineering at EPFL. His group (MSIC-LAB) addresses challenges in battery-free sensor design, power-constrained system scaling, and commercialization of wearables with unconventional form factors.

• High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Transmission
• DC Transmission Grids
• High Power Electronics
• +4 more

Professor Dragan Jovcic is the Chair in Engineering at the University of Aberdeen's School of Engineering , where he has been a faculty member since 2004 and a full professor since 2012. Concurrently he serves as Director of the Aberdeen HVDC Research Centre , a role he has held since 2015. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, University of Auckland, 1999 Diploma Engineer in Control Systems, University of Belgrade, 1993 Postgraduate Certificate in University Teaching, University of Ulster, 2003 Research Interests: Professor Jovcic’s research centres on high-power electronics and HVDC transmission systems , with particular emphasis on the development of DC transmission grids that will enable large-scale integration of offshore wind energy . His work spans DC/DC converters , DC circuit breakers , modular multilevel converters (MMC) , flexible AC transmission systems (FACTS) , and advanced power system modelling and control . The overarching goal is to underpin the transition from fossil-fuel generation to renewable-dominated power systems, especially in the North Sea and European contexts. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2020-2023) reveal a strong focus on DC protection technologies —notably circuit breakers and energy absorbers—and on modelling methodologies for HVDC grids and offshore wind integration. The works address both theoretical advances (phasor and state-space models) and experimental validation (kV-level prototypes), reflecting a balanced portfolio of fundamental research and practical demonstration. Scientific Awards & Recognition: IEEE Fellow (2021) IEEE PES Distinguished Lecturer (since 2015) IET Fellow (2019) and Chartered Engineer (2018) Research Funding & Supervision: With over £5.5 million in external research income, Professor Jovcic is principal investigator or work-package leader on numerous EU Horizon Europe and EPSRC projects. He has supervised 9 PhDs to completion and is currently mentoring 2 PhD students and 2 post-doctoral fellows . Major grants include the €35 million PROMOTioN project on multiterminal DC networks and the €4 million MoWiLife project on wide-bandgap power electronics. Laboratory & Facilities: The Aberdeen HVDC Research Centre hosts a 0.9 kV DC grid demonstrator , 30 kW thyristor- and IGBT-based DC/DC converters , and 5 kV, 2 kA DC circuit breaker test benches , providing a world-class platform for experimental research and student training.

Alvin Ng Theng HawView profile

Adjunct Associate Professor

• Digital Transformation
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Artificial Intelligence for Business

Alvin NG Theng Haw is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Division of Information Technology and Operations Management, College of Business (Nanyang Business School), Nanyang Technological University (NTU). He combines over 20 years of global leadership experience in Sales and Product Management with academic roles, including serving as a Senior Career Fellow and executive coach for NTU’s Global Executive MBA and Full-Time MBA programmes. His work focuses on integrating Digital Transformation, Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence for Business into strategic frameworks. Research Interests : Alvin specializes in leveraging Digital Transformation and Advanced Technologies (IoT, AI) to drive business innovation. His publications in materials science demonstrate interdisciplinary applications of these technologies to fields like Soft Robotics, Self-Healing Materials, and Wearable Electronics. His expertise extends to Smart Cities, Sustainability Technology, and Industry 4.0, where he applies business strategies to technological challenges. Contributions : As a founding member of the World Economic Forum’s Digital ASEAN Skills Task Force, he advocates for digital literacy and skills development. His industry experience includes roles in networking, software, cloud platforms, and biorenewable materials, reflecting a bridge between business and engineering.

Muhannad S. BakirView profile

Professor

• Heterogeneous Integration
• Electrical and Photonic Interconnects
• Thermal Modeling for Electronics
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Muhannad S. Bakir is the Dan Fielder Professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, and Director of the 3D Systems Packaging Research Center . His research focuses on heterogeneous integration , electrical/photonic interconnects , thermal modeling , and electronics for healthcare , with over 180 publications and 12 U.S. patents. Research areas include: Advanced cooling and power delivery for emerging systems Biosensor-CMOS integration 2.5D/3D IC packaging Polylithic integration technology Nanofabrication for microsystems Scientific accolades include: 2018 IEEE EPS Exceptional Technical Achievement Award 2013 Intel Early Career Faculty Honor Award 2012 DARPA Young Faculty Award 2011 IEEE CPMT Outstanding Young Engineer Award Best paper awards at IEEE ECTC, IITC, and CICC 2020 Georgia Tech Doctoral Thesis Advisor Award His lab explores integrated 3D systems with emphasis on co-design of thermal, power, and electrical networks for machine learning and healthcare applications.

Prabodh BajpaiView profile

Professor

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Power System Restructuring
• Restructured Electricity Market
• +7 more

Dr. Prabodh Bajpai is a Professor in the Department of Sustainable Energy Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor at the same department from July 2022 to December 2022, and before that at the Electrical Engineering Department of IIT Kharagpur from July 2014 to June 2022. He began his academic career as an Assistant Professor at IIT Kharagpur from June 2008 to July 2014. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) from IIT Kanpur (2008), M.Tech in Energy Studies from IIT Delhi (2001), and B.E. in Electrical Engineering from IIT Roorkee (1997). Dr. Bajpai's research spans renewable energy integration, power system operation and control, microgrid technologies, and smart grid applications. His work focuses on practical implementation of sustainable energy solutions with emphasis on power electronics, energy storage, and grid stability. He has made significant contributions to the fields of distributed generation integration, protection schemes for renewable-rich systems, and energy management in microgrids. His recent publications show a strong focus on DC microgrids, multi-port power converters, and advanced control strategies for renewable integration. The research demonstrates increasing sophistication in power electronics applications for sustainable energy systems, with particular emphasis on practical implementations for commercial and agricultural applications. Dr. Bajpai actively mentors graduate students, currently supervising seven students across PhD and M.Tech programs. His teaching portfolio includes core courses in electrical power engineering, renewables-integrated smart power systems, and energy systems modeling and analysis at IIT Kanpur, building on his extensive teaching experience at IIT Kharagpur where he developed several new courses in renewable energy systems. His research group maintains a Hybrid AC/DC Microgrid test facility and has developed a Renewable Hybrid Energy Power Plant for stand-alone applications, demonstrating his commitment to translating theoretical research into practical implementations.

Dushan BoroyevichView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Modular Multilevel Converters
• High-Frequency Switching
• +5 more

Dushan Boroyevich is a University Distinguished Professor at Virginia Tech's Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and serves as Deputy Director of the Center for Power Electronics Systems (CPES). He holds adjunct roles at Tsinghua, Xi'an Jiaotong, Zhejiang, and National Cheng-Kung Universities. His research focuses on power electronics systems, including multi-phase power conversion, electronic power distribution, and modular multilevel converters. He pioneered the geometric modeling approach for high-frequency converters and has led over 200 students in generating 1000+ publications and 20 patents. Education: Dipl. Ing. (University of Belgrade, 1976), M.S. (University of Novi Sad, 1982), Ph.D. (Virginia Tech, 1986). Awards include IEEE Fellow, IEEE William E. Newell Award, and election to the U.S. National Academy of Engineering (2014). His CPES leadership has driven global advancements in power electronics integration and modularization. Research emphasizes high-power density, EMI mitigation, and next-gen SiC-based converters. Recent work includes medium-voltage PEBB designs, common-mode noise reduction, and grid-interface systems. He collaborates closely with industry through CPES's 80+ member consortium. Awards: IEEE Fellowships, Owen Distinguished Service Award, European Power Electronics Association Awards Labs/Teams: CPES, Virginia Tech Power Electronics Research Group Grants/Projects: NSF National Engineering Research Center funding, Industry Consortium projects

• Energy Conversion
• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
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Friedrich Prinz is the Leonardo Professor in the School of Engineering at Stanford University, holding dual professorships in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering. He is also a Senior Fellow at the Precourt Institute for Energy and an affiliate of the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment. Additionally, he directs the Nanoscale Prototyping Laboratory and co-directs the NPL-Affiliate Program. He earned a PhD in Physics from the University of Vienna (1975) and joined Stanford in 1994 after faculty roles at Carnegie Mellon University. His research focuses on nanoscale energy conversion and storage, employing advanced fabrication techniques like atomic layer deposition (ALD) to develop prototype fuel cells and capacitors. His lab investigates material structures using scanning tunneling microscopy, impedance spectroscopy, and atomic-scale modeling. Prinz has authored over 360 publications and advised numerous students. Notable awards include AAAS Fellowship (2007) and the AM Strickland Prize (2005). His work bridges solid-state physics, materials engineering, and renewable energy technologies. He teaches courses in manufacturing processes, quantum field theory applications, and advanced material science. Current roles include supervising doctoral and postdoctoral researchers in energy-related nanotechnologies.