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Robert Pilawa-PodgurskiView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Applications
• Electric Vehicles
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Robert Pilawa-Podgurski is a Professor in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences Department at UC Berkeley and founding director of the Berkeley Power and Energy Center (BPEC). He earned BS, MEng, and PhD degrees from MIT. His research focuses on power electronics, including renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, and high-efficiency power converters. He has received prestigious awards such as the IEEE Fellow (2024), Bakar Fellows Spark Award (2024), and the IEEE Richard M. Bass Outstanding Young Power Electronics Engineer Award (2014). His work emphasizes experimental validation through hardware prototypes. Education: BS in Physics and EECS (MIT, 2005), MEng (MIT, 2007), PhD in EECS (MIT, 2012). Research interests include power electronics for renewable energy, electric vehicles, energy harvesting, and advanced converter topologies. His lab has developed high-power density converters and innovative control techniques for flying capacitor multilevel converters. Recent publications focus on hybrid switched-capacitor architectures, voltage balancing, and ultra-high-current applications. Awards include over 17 IEEE prize papers and teaching accolades like the 2023 UC Berkeley EECS Outstanding Teaching Award. His group has advised numerous students, including postdocs and PhD candidates working on cutting-edge power electronics projects. Labs/Teams: Pilawa Research Group at UC Berkeley, collaborating on power electronics for clean energy and high-performance computing.

Frede BlaabjergView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Wind Turbines
• Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
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Frede Blaabjerg is a Professor at Aalborg University (AAU Energy) , affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and Science . Since 1998, he has pioneered power electronics research in applications such as wind turbines , photovoltaic (PV) systems , reliability engineering , and Power-2-X technologies. Education : PhD in Electrical Engineering (1995, Aalborg University) Honorary Degrees : Honoris Causa at University Politehnica Timisoara (2017) and Tallinn Technical University (2018) His research focuses on power electronics control , system optimization , and reliability for renewable energy and electric mobility . Recent work includes grid-forming converters , virtual synchronous generators , and smart EV charging systems. Key publication trends span 15+ years , with over 3,733 peer-reviewed articles and 900+ journal papers in power electronics , renewables , and energy storage . Notable book series: Control of Power Electronic Converters and Systems (4 volumes, Elsevier). Scientific Awards : 46 IEEE Prize Paper Awards 2020 IEEE Edison Medal 2019 Global Energy Prize 2014 IEEE William E. Newell Power Electronics Award Leadership Roles : Editor-in-Chief, IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics (2006–2012) Chairman, Danish Council for Research and Innovation Policy (2020–) President, IEEE Power Electronics Society (2019–2020)

Baker MohammadView profile

Professor

• Very-Large-Scale Integration (VLSI)
• Hardware Accelerators for Artificial Intelligence
• Hardware Security
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Prof. Baker Mohammad serves as Professor and Director of the System on Chip Lab in the Department of Computer and Information Engineering at Khalifa University. With over 15 years of industrial experience at Intel and Qualcomm designing microprocessors and DSP chips, he bridges academic research with real-world engineering challenges in high-performance computing and low-power systems. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Texas at Austin (2008) M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Arizona State University B.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of New Mexico Dr. Mohammad's research spans cutting-edge domains where VLSI design converges with AI acceleration and emerging memory technologies . His work pioneers Memristor applications in environmental sensing (radiation, vacuum, glucose) and neuromorphic computing, while advancing energy harvesting systems for wearable electronics. The integration of in-memory computing with security primitives represents a paradigm shift in hardware design, moving beyond traditional CMOS limitations. His publication trajectory reveals accelerating focus on self-powered neuromorphic systems and RRAM-based architectures, with recent work (2021-2023) emphasizing hardware-software co-design for edge AI. Over 75% of his recent publications involve cross-disciplinary collaborations spanning materials science, chemistry, and biomedical engineering. Notable scientific recognition includes: IEEE TVLSI Best Paper Award 2016 IEEE MWSCAS Myrill B. Reed Best Paper Award Qualcomm Qstar Award for Performance Leadership KUSTAR IP Excellence Award Multiple SRC Techon Best Session Papers As a dedicated mentor, he has supervised over 15 graduate students while securing competitive funding from Khalifa University, ADEK, Qualcomm, Tii, and UAE space agencies. His grant portfolio demonstrates exceptional translational impact, converting fundamental research in memristive devices into drone flight computers and medical sensors. Current projects integrate academic rigor with industrial deployment timelines. The System on Chip Lab operates as a multidisciplinary hub where semiconductor physicists collaborate with AI researchers to develop RISC-V-based secure processors and piezoelectric nanogenerator systems. Recent expansions include partnerships with Tii for aerospace applications and medical device startups for glucose monitoring technology.

Minjie ChenView profile

Associate Professor

• Power Electronics
• Energy Conversion
• Magnetics Design
• +3 more

Minjie Chen is an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment at Princeton University, serving as Acting Associate Director for Research at the Andlinger Center. He leads the Princeton Power Electronics Lab (PowerLab), which focuses on developing fundamental and novel power electronics solutions for a wide range of applications from mW-scale energy harvesting to MW systems in renewable energy integration. Dr. Chen received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT in 2015 and his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Tsinghua University in 2009. Before joining Princeton as an Assistant Professor in February 2017, he was a postdoctoral associate at MIT Research Laboratory of Electronics. His research spans power electronics, magnetics design, and machine learning applications in energy systems. The PowerLab develops advanced power conversion architectures that enable order-of-magnitude higher power density through high-frequency designs, addressing circuit timing, parasitics, magnetics, and thermal management challenges. Their work targets applications ranging from portable devices to data centers and renewable energy systems. The research group has produced a remarkable series of high-impact publications, with seven IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics Prize Papers in seven consecutive years (2016-2023). Their recent work increasingly integrates machine learning techniques with power electronics, exemplified by the MagNet project which redefines how power magnetics are studied and modeled. NSF CAREER Award, 2019 IEEE PELS Richard M. Bass Outstanding Young Power Electronics Engineer Award, 2023 Power of Associations Silver Award from ASAE for MagNet project, 2024 Multiple IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics Prize Papers (2016-2023) Princeton Engineering Commendation List for Outstanding Teaching (2019, 2020) Dr. Chen advises approximately 15 graduate students who have received numerous awards including the IEEE PELS John G. Kassakian Fellowship, Princeton SEAS Honorific Fellowship, and multiple IEEE conference best paper awards. His research is supported by significant grants from NSF, DOE ARPA-E, Princeton Innovation Fund, C3.ai DTI, and industry partners including Intel, Google, and pSemi. The lab's MagNet project has become a major international initiative with a $60,000 prize pool challenge. The PowerLab maintains strong industry connections and has launched several collaborative projects with Intel, Google, and pSemi. Their MagNet project has evolved into an international challenge with participation from over 40 teams worldwide, demonstrating the growing impact of their approach to machine learning for power magnetics modeling.

• Analog Integrated Circuits
• Power-Conditioning ICs
• Energy-Harvesting ICs
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Gabriel Alfonso Rincon-Mora is the Motorola Solutions Foundation Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. A Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors, IEEE, and IET, he specializes in analog/power integrated circuits, energy-harvesting systems, and microelectronics. With over 200 articles, 44 patents, and 12 books, his work has produced 26 commercial power-chip products. His research spans: Analog and power-management ICs for efficient energy conversion Self-sustaining microsystems powered by thermal, mechanical, and environmental sources Nano-scale circuit designs for biomedical and wireless sensor applications Recent publications focus on piezoelectric energy harvesting, battery charging optimization, and low-power CMOS designs, demonstrating consistent innovation in power efficiency and miniaturization. Awards include the IEEE Charles A. Desoer Technical Achievement Award, National Hispanic in Technology Award, and recognition as one of "The 100 Most Influential Hispanics." He directs research in power IC design and mentors students through the Georgia Tech Analog Consortium. His laboratory develops integrated solutions for energy-constrained applications, including collaborations with industry partners like Texas Instruments.

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

John D. CresslerView profile

Professor

• Silicon-Germanium Heterojunction Bipolar Transistors (SiGe HBT)
• Mixed-Signal Semiconductor Devices
• RF and Microwave Circuit Design
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Professor John D. Cressler is a tenured faculty member at the Georgia Institute of Technology, holding a position within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering. His research focuses on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies, particularly silicon-germanium heterojunction bipolar transistors (SiGe HBTs) for mixed-signal applications spanning RF, microwave, mm-wave, analog, and digital domains. His research interests center on atomic-scale bandgap engineering for next-generation semiconductor devices, with emphasis on SiGe HBT technology development, radiation-hardened circuits for space applications, cryogenic electronics, and device-circuit interactions. His team explores fundamental device theory, broadband noise analysis, profile optimization, 2-D/3-D simulation, compact modeling, and radiation effects. Current projects include Europa-surface mission electronics, D-band/sub-THz systems, and radiation-tolerant receiver designs. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a dominant focus on radiation-hardened electronics for space applications (40% of works), millimeter-wave circuit design (30%), and SiGe HBT reliability optimization (30%). Key trends include Europa mission electronics development, D-band/sub-THz circuit innovation, and advanced radiation mitigation techniques using SiGe BiCMOS technology. Professor Cressler teaches multiple courses including ECE 3040 (Microelectronic Circuits), ECE 3450 (Semiconductor Devices), ECE 6444 (Silicon-Based Heterostructure Devices and Circuits), and the interdisciplinary IAC 2002 course on Science, Engineering and Religion. His research is supported by industrial collaborations and Georgia Tech facilities including the Georgia Electronic Design Center (GEDC), NanoTECH, and C-STAR.

Dushan BoroyevichView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Modular Multilevel Converters
• High-Frequency Switching
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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

Zeljko PanticView profile

Associate Professor

• Electrified Transportation
• Power Converters Design and Control
• Wireless Power Transfer Systems
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Zeljko Pantic is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University. He holds a Ph.D. from NC State (2013) and B.S./M.S. degrees from the University of Belgrade (1998/2007). Before joining NC State in 2019, he served as an Assistant Professor and Associate Director of the Electric Vehicle and Roadway Research Facility at Utah State University. He is actively involved in editorial roles for IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification and serves on the IEEE IAS Transportation Systems Committee. Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, North Carolina State University (2013) M.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade (2007) B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade (1998) Research: Dr. Pantic specializes in electrified transportation systems, wireless power transfer (WPT), power converter design, and DC microgrid technologies. His work addresses challenges in EV charging infrastructure, magnetic circuit optimization, and energy conversion principles for transportation electrification. Recent projects include autonomous wireless charging systems for UAVs, marine DC microgrids, and road-embedded DWPT solutions. Awards & Recognition: 2019 IEEE JESTPE Second Prize Paper Award 2017 Outstanding Teacher of the Year (USU) 2012 NC State Mentored Teaching Assistantship Award Advisees & Grants: While specific student names are not listed, Dr. Pantic has advised graduate students on projects spanning WPT systems, EV infrastructure, and battery management. His work has been supported by grants focusing on dynamic charging, magnetic materials, and autonomous observatory nodes. Labs & Facilities: He leads research at NC State's Electric Vehicle and Roadway facility, focusing on roadway-integrated wireless charging and high-power WPT systems. Collaborations include ocean observatory development and autonomous system integration.

Daniel C. LudoisView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Wireless Power Transfer
• Electrostatic Machines
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Daniel C. Ludois is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, College of Engineering, where he also serves as the Research & Innovation Director for the Wisconsin Electric Machines and Power Electronics Consortium (WEMPEC). He holds the distinguished title of Jim and Anne Sorden Professor and is an H.I. Romnes Faculty Fellow, reflecting his leadership in research and education. Dr. Ludois earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from UW–Madison in 2012 and a B.S. in Physics from Bradley University in 2006. His research focuses on advancing power conversion technologies, particularly through electrostatic machines, capacitive wireless power transfer, wound field synchronous machines, and integrated power electronics. He teaches core courses such as ECE 411 (Introduction to Electric Drives), ECE 711 (Dynamics and Control of AC Drives), and ECE 713 (Electromagnetic Design of AC Machines). Power Electronics Wireless Power Transfer (Capacitive Coupling) Electrostatic Machines (Copper-Free, Steel-Free Motors) Sustainable Electric Machine Design High-Frequency and High-Voltage Power Conversion Brushless Excitation Systems Integration of Inductors and Capacitors His recent publications emphasize high-torque electrostatic machines using dielectric liquids, capacitive power transfer for aerial platforms and rotating machinery, and innovative inverter topologies. These works reflect a strong trend toward sustainable, high-performance electric machines that reduce reliance on rare-earth materials and traditional conductive components. Dr. Ludois has received numerous honors, including: NSF CAREER Award (2015) Moore Inventor Fellowship (2017) DOE InDEEP Competition Phase I & II Awards (2024) H.I. Romnes Faculty Fellow (2023) Vilas Faculty Early Career Investigator Award (2022) Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) Innovation Award (2012) He has mentored a highly entrepreneurial group of students, several of whom have founded startups such as H3X (Forbes 30 Under 30) and C-Motive Technologies, which he co-founded to commercialize electrostatic power conversion devices. His team has secured significant recognition, including multiple Grainger Power Engineering Fellowships and IEEE best paper awards. Dr. Ludois leads a vibrant research lab focused on next-generation power systems, with funding from federal agencies and industry partners, driving innovation in electric transportation, renewable energy, and industrial automation.

Khurram K. AfridiView profile

Professor

• Wireless Power Transfer
• Power Electronics
• Electric Vehicle Charging Systems
• +5 more

Khurram K. Afridi is a Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Cornell University's College of Engineering. With a BS from Caltech and SM/PhD from MIT, he leads the High-Frequency Power Electronics and Control (HFPEC) research group. His work focuses on high-frequency power electronics, wireless power transfer systems, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Dr. Afridi's research spans capacitive wireless power transfer systems for electric vehicles, high-frequency power converters , impedance control networks , and power density optimization . His team has developed innovative approaches for multi-MHz wireless power transfer, reduced-fringing-field systems, and high-efficiency power conversion architectures. Recent work emphasizes practical implementation challenges including thermal management, pavement-embedded systems, and dynamic charging applications. His publications reveal a strong focus on high-power-density systems , wireless charging technologies , and advanced power conversion techniques . The research spans both theoretical modeling and practical implementation, with numerous papers in top conferences like APEC, ECCE, and IEEE journals. Key themes include improving power transfer efficiency at multi-MHz frequencies, developing novel matching network designs, and creating practical systems for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. First Place Prize Paper Award, IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, 2023 First Place Best Contribution Award, IEEE WPTCE, 2023 Second Place Prize Paper Award, IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2022 Distinguished Lecturer, IEEE Vehicular Technology Society, 2022 Cornell Engineering Research Excellence Award, 2021 NSF CAREER Award, 2016 Dr. Afridi has successfully advised numerous graduate students who have received multiple Outstanding Presentation Awards at major conferences. His research has been supported by significant funding including the NSF CAREER Award. The HFPEC group maintains strong industry connections and focuses on translating theoretical advances into practical power electronics solutions with real-world impact. Current research directions include electrified roadways, dynamic wireless charging systems, and high-power-density power conversion architectures for next-generation applications.

Jürgen BielaView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Multi-physics Modeling
• High Power Electronic Systems
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Prof. Dr. Jürgen Biela serves as Full Professor at ETH Zurich within the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, where he leads the Laboratory for High Power Electronic Systems. His academic career at ETH Zurich has progressed from doctoral studies to his current position as head of his research laboratory, with significant contributions to power electronics research and education. Biela earned his diploma with honors from Friedrich-Alexander University in Erlangen, Germany in 2000 and completed his Ph.D. at ETH Zurich in 2005, both in electrical engineering. His educational background includes specialized work on resonant DC-link inverters at Strathclyde University and active control of series connected IGCTs at the Technical University of Munich. His research program focuses on multi-physics modeling, design and optimization of power electronic systems , with particular emphasis on applications for future energy distribution and transmission, pulsed power systems, and advanced medium voltage power electronics based on novel semiconductor technologies like silicon carbide (SiC). He also investigates integrated passive components for ultra-compact and ultra-efficient high-power converter systems, pushing the boundaries of power density and efficiency in electronic power conversion. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong trends in high-frequency power conversion , with significant work on transformer and inductor design, insulation systems for medium-frequency applications, thermal management of power components, and advanced modeling techniques for electromagnetic phenomena. His research bridges fundamental electromagnetic theory with practical engineering applications, particularly in high-voltage and high-power scenarios where traditional approaches face limitations. As a prolific researcher, Biela has published over 85 journal papers and 210 conference papers while holding more than 35 patents. He serves as an Associate Editor for the IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics and regularly reviews for leading journals and conferences in the field. His work demonstrates consistent contributions to advancing power electronic systems through rigorous theoretical analysis combined with practical implementation. Biela has supervised numerous doctoral and master's students, with recent publications indicating active mentorship of researchers working on advanced power electronic components and systems. His laboratory at ETH Zurich serves as a hub for innovation in high-power electronics, with connections to industry research projects that translate theoretical advances into practical applications. Current research directions include developing cost-effective alternatives to traditional components like Litz wire, improving insulation systems for high-voltage applications, and creating more accurate models for predicting thermal and electromagnetic behavior in power electronic systems.

Qiang LiView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• High-Frequency Power Conversion
• Magnetics Integration
• +5 more

Dr. Qiang Li serves as a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech. His research activities are closely associated with the Center for Power Electronics Systems (CPES), where he contributes to advancing power electronics technologies for various applications. Dr. Li earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees from Zhejiang University, China, in 2003 and 2006 respectively, followed by a Ph.D. from Virginia Tech in 2011. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in electrical engineering with specialization in power electronics. His research focuses on high-frequency power conversion and controls, high-density electronics packaging and magnetics integration, and power solutions for high performance computing, datacenters, electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Dr. Li's work emphasizes improving power density, efficiency, and reliability of power electronic systems through innovative circuit topologies and magnetic component design. Analysis of Dr. Li's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on high-density power conversion for next-generation computing systems, particularly vertical power delivery architectures. His research spans resonant converter topologies, advanced magnetics integration techniques, EMI reduction methods, and GaN-based power systems, demonstrating consistent innovation in power electronics design principles. Dr. Li has received significant recognition for his contributions to the field: National Science Foundation (NSF) Career Award recipient Author of over 230 peer-reviewed technical publications, including more than 70 journal articles Recipient of six prize paper awards Associate editor for IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics and IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics As an active researcher and educator, Dr. Li contributes to the advancement of power electronics through his research publications, editorial work, and participation in the academic community. His work with CPES demonstrates strong industry collaboration and technology transfer focus, particularly in high-density power conversion for data centers and electric vehicles.

Pooya DavariView profile

Professor

• Harmonic and EMI analysis and mitigation in grid-tied converters
• Electromagnetic interference and compatibility
• High power density power electronic systems
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Pooya Davari is a Professor and Head of the Section for Applied Power Electronic Systems at Aalborg University , Denmark. He leads the EMI/EMC in Power Electronics Research Group and serves as Vice Chair of the Energy Efficiency Mission. His research focuses on electromagnetic interference (EMI) and harmonic mitigation in power electronic systems, with over 200 publications and significant contributions to renewable energy integration. Education: B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Electronic Engineering (2004, 2008), Ph.D. in Power Electronics from Queensland University of Technology (2013) Prior Roles: Lecturer at QUT (2013–2014), Postdoc at AAU (2014) Research Interests: Harmonic and EMI analysis in grid-tied converters High power density converter design Signal processing for converter modeling Reliability of power electronic systems Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes EMI/EMC in renewable energy systems, wide bandgap semiconductors (SiC/GaN), and reliability modeling for EVs and hydrogen production via electrolysis. Sub-fields include converter topologies, grid integration challenges, and AI-driven diagnostics. Scientific Awards: Equinor 2022 Prize (Denmark’s oldest engineering award) IEEE EMC Society Young Professional Award (2020) World’s Top 2% Highly Cited Scientist (Stanford, 2021–2025) Multiple best paper awards (IEEE, Applied Sciences, etc.) Grants & Editorial Roles: Recipient of grants from Innovation Fund Denmark (Supra-EMC project), Horizon Europe (SOLARIS), and industry partnerships. Serves as Area Editor for IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification , Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics , and Editor-in-Chief of Circuit World Journal (2020–2025). Labs & Standards: Coordinator of the EMC Laboratory at Aalborg University. Member of IEC standardization Working Groups 6 and 8 (TC77A), focusing on EMC strategies for power grids.

• Power Electronics Packaging
• High-Density Integration
• Medium-Voltage Power Modules
• +3 more

Dr. Christina DiMarino is an Assistant Professor in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech and a faculty member in the Center for Power Electronics Systems (CPES). She earned her Ph.D. (2018) and M.S. (2014) in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech, and her B.S. from James Madison University (2012). She is based at the Virginia Tech Research Center (VTRC) in Arlington, VA, where she established and manages two CPES laboratories. Her research focuses on power electronics packaging, high-density integration, medium-voltage power modules, and wide-bandgap semiconductors. She holds leadership roles in IEEE PELS, including Vice Chair of Technical Committee 2 and Member-at-Large of the Administrative Committee, and serves on the PCIM Europe Advisory Board. Notable awards include the 2024 IEEE PELS Richard M. Bass Outstanding Young Engineer Award and the 2022 Outstanding New Assistant Professor Award. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and industry partnerships through CPES, addressing challenges in high-power systems, thermal management, and electromagnetic compatibility. Education: Ph.D. & M.S. in Electrical Engineering (Virginia Tech), B.S. in Electrical Engineering (James Madison University) Key Roles: IEEE PELS Leadership, PCIM Europe Advisory Board Member, CPES Lab Director Research Themes: High-Voltage Packaging, SiC Modules, Power Electronics Integration