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• Power Electronics
• Space Power Systems
• Semiconductor Devices
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David Marroquín Semper is an Associate Professor at the Miguel Hernández University of Elche , affiliated with the Department of Materials Science, Optics and Electronic Technology . His work focuses on power electronics and space power systems, with a specialization in high-voltage spacecraft architectures. Teaching Coordinator for courses like Digital Electronic Systems I and Power Electronics in the Bachelor's in Telecommunications Technology Engineering Member of the Space Power and Electronic Systems research group His research spans: Power conversion techniques for satellite solar arrays Wide bandgap semiconductor devices (SiC) High-voltage DC bus integration Digital twin implementations for spacecraft power systems Electromagnetic interference reduction Current and voltage limiting protection circuits Recent publications emphasize advancements in DC transformer applications, analog MPPT controllers, and reliability testing under extreme conditions. His work addresses critical challenges in deep space exploration power systems and CubeSat architectures.

Zahra SaadatizadehView profile

Assistant Professor

• Power Electronics
• High Power-Density Converters
• Wide Bandgap Semiconductors
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Zahra Saadatizadeh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Mississippi State University. Her primary affiliation is with the Bagley College of Engineering, where she focuses on advanced power electronics research. She holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tabriz (Iran), followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the National Center for Reliable Electric Power Transmission (NCREPT) at the University of Arkansas (USA) and a visiting scholar position at Aalborg University (Denmark). Her research interests center on high power-density magnetic component design, wide bandgap semiconductor utilization, and automation optimization of DC-DC converters. Key areas include multiport converters for renewable energy systems, electric vehicle applications, and high-frequency power conversion with enhanced efficiency. Her work emphasizes practical implementation through innovative topologies and layout automation techniques. Dr. Saadatizadeh's publications (2020–2024) consistently address challenges in high-voltage conversion ratio converters, bidirectional energy flow, and zero-voltage/current switching techniques. She has developed expandable architectures and modular designs to improve scalability in power systems. Her research often bridges theoretical analysis with real-world applications in EV charging, photovoltaic integration, and smart grid technologies. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Her advising and grant activities are not detailed here, but her extensive publication record indicates active research collaborations. She is affiliated with the Mississippi State University ECE department, located in Simrall Hall, and can be reached via zahra@ece.msstate.edu.

Shima HajimirzaView profile

Associate Professor

• Thermal Fluid Sciences
• Radiation Heat Transfer
• Inverse Problems
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Shima Hajimirza is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science. She directs the Energy, Control, and Optimization (ECOlab) lab. Education : PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2013, UT Austin), MS in Bioengineering (2010, Caltech), MS in Mechanical Engineering (2009, SIUE) Research Interests span thermal fluid sciences, radiation heat transfer, inverse problems, and AI-driven modeling. Her work focuses on energy systems, nanoscale energy conversion, and digital twins for energy resilience. Recent Publications highlight machine learning integration with Monte Carlo ray tracing, radiative property prediction in porous media, and solar energy optimization techniques. Scientific Awards : NSF CAREER Award, ASME Rising Star, ASME Fellow, Harvey Davis Teaching Award Advising & Grants : Mentored students in thermal and energy systems; secured over $8 million in funding from NSF, DOD, DOE, and industry partners like Chevron and Qualcomm. Labs & Teams : Leads ECOlab, advancing computational modeling and optimization for multi-scale energy technologies.

Irfan KhanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Intelligent Automation
• Smart Grid Resiliency
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Irfan Khan is an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University's Department of Marine Engineering Technology, with a joint appointment in Electrical and Computer Engineering. His research focuses on cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, smart grid resiliency, and electric vehicle systems. He earned his Ph.D. (2018) and M.S. (2017) from Carnegie Mellon University, an M.S. in Electrical Power Engineering from the University of Greenwich (2011), and a B.S. from the University of Engineering & Technology Lahore (2009). He leads the Clean And Resilient Energy Systems (CARES) lab and has received awards including the William Paul Ricker Distinguished Faculty Award (2023) and Gulf Research Program Fellowship (2021). His publications address adversarial network defense, EV battery optimization, and renewable integration. William Paul Ricker Distinguished Faculty Award (2023) Data Science Career Initiation Fellow (2022) Gulf Research Program Fellowship (2021)

• Photovoltaic systems
• Power electronics
• Renewable energy integration
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Dezso Sera is Associate Professor in Power Engineering at Queensland University of Technology. His research focuses on photovoltaic systems, power electronics, and renewable energy integration. He previously led the Photovoltaic Systems Research Programme at Aalborg University (2009-2019). Research Focus: Dr. Sera develops advanced technologies for solar energy systems including: PV array modeling and diagnostics Maximum power point tracking algorithms Grid integration of renewable energy Hybrid energy storage solutions His recent publications show strong emphasis on power converter topologies, machine learning applications for PV maintenance, and optimization of off-grid renewable systems.

John K. PedersenView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Electric Motor Drives
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John K. Pedersen serves as Pro-dean at Aalborg University's Faculty of Engineering and Science in Denmark, with extensive research leadership in power electronics and renewable energy systems. His institutional role involves strategic oversight of engineering research initiatives and academic programs. His research spans Power Electronics , Renewable Energy Integration , and Electric Motor Drives , with significant contributions to wind power systems and thermoelectric generators. Key projects include Electrical Design and Control of Windturbines , Sensorless Control of Permanent Magnet Motors , and Design of Power Converters for CUPS . His work demonstrates strong industry collaboration with Siemens Gamesa and focus on grid stability solutions. Analysis of recent publications reveals dominant research trajectories in high-gain DC-DC converters for renewable applications, fault detection in transmission systems, and offshore wind farm ecological impacts. His interdisciplinary work extends into socioeconomic determinants of health and environmental risk assessment. As project leader and participant in 27 research initiatives, Pedersen has secured substantial funding for wind energy integration and power converter development. His media engagements include commentary on Aalborg's wind production hub status and CO2 management solutions. He directs research activities at Horns Rev offshore wind farm, investigating fish community dynamics and benthic habitat changes through long-term ecological monitoring. His team develops advanced prototyping tools for power electronics education and industrial applications.

Marko A. DimitrijevicView profile

Associate Professor

• Electronics
• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
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Marko A. Dimitrijevic is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš, where he has been serving since earning his PhD in Electronics in 2012. He was promoted to Assistant Professor in 2016 and to Associate Professor in 2021. He holds a Master's degree (2005) and a Bachelor's degree (2002), both from the same institution. PhD in Electronics, Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš (2012) Master's Degree, Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš (2005) Bachelor's Degree, Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš (2002) His research spans power electronics, renewable energy systems, signal processing, and smart grid technologies . He has published in areas such as photovoltaic system modeling, power quality analysis, non-intrusive load monitoring, and the interaction between ICT and power systems. His work often combines theoretical modeling with practical measurement and instrumentation. The recent publications show a strong trend toward energy sustainability, intelligent control in power systems, and interdisciplinary applications such as cybersecurity in electricity grids and biomedical effects of electromagnetic fields. His work bridges engineering fundamentals with real-world applications in energy and safety. Marko A. Dimitrijevic is currently involved in 2 national and 1 international research projects. He serves as the Head of the Electronics Laboratory and the Electronic Circuit Design Laboratory (LEDA), indicating active leadership in research and development. He advises students at various levels, though specific names are not listed. He has not received any publicly listed scientific awards. His research is supported through ongoing participation in national and international projects, focusing on energy systems and electronics design. He contributes to both academic and applied research, with a strong emphasis on laboratory experimentation and system-level modeling. He leads the Electronics Laboratory and the Electronic Circuit Design Laboratory (LEDA) , which are central to experimental research and student training in circuit design, power systems, and embedded measurement systems.

• Volatile Fatty Acids
• Electrodialysis
• Capillary Electrophoresis
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Rodrigo Fernandez Feito serves as a Research Fellow in Process Instrumentation Development within the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science at the University of South Wales, where he is actively affiliated with the Sustainable Environment Research Centre. His work focuses on developing advanced instrumentation for environmental monitoring and resource recovery systems, particularly in waste-to-energy conversion processes. His research spans volatile fatty acid monitoring, electrodialysis, capillary electrophoresis, and microbial fuel cell technologies. Key interests include real-time VFA analysis for biogas optimization, power management in bio-electrochemical systems, and water quality monitoring device development. This work directly supports sustainable waste treatment and renewable energy production through innovative process engineering. Analysis of his publication trends reveals consistent focus on electrochemical separation techniques applied to organic waste streams, with increasing emphasis on real-time monitoring systems and scalable bioreactor designs since 2021. His outputs demonstrate strong interdisciplinary connections between environmental engineering, analytical chemistry, and renewable energy systems. Dr. Fernandez Feito currently leads two major research projects: Real Time VFA Monitoring to Increase Biogas from Anaerobic Digestion for Heating Buildings (2024-2029) and Bio-Electrochemical Process Engineering for Carbon Reduction and Resource Recovery: E-Hance (2020-2029). These grants involve collaboration with researchers including Dinsdale, Guwy, and Massanet-Nicolau, targeting practical applications in carbon reduction and resource recovery. As an integral member of the Sustainable Environment Research Centre, he contributes to experimental facilities for bioreactor optimization and electrochemical process development, with ongoing work focused on scaling VFA monitoring systems for industrial biogas production and advancing microbial fuel cell technologies for decentralized energy generation.

Md Nazmul HudaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Robotics
• Control systems
• Artificial Intelligence
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Dr Md Nazmul Huda is a Senior Lecturer in Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Associate Dean (Student Experience) at Brunel University London, affiliated with the College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. His research and academic activities span robotics, control systems, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy. BSc (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), 2008 MSc by Research in Computing Science from Staffordshire University, 2011 PhD in Robotics and Control from Bournemouth University, 2016 Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice in Higher Education from Coventry University, 2018 Dr Huda's research focuses on Robotics, Control Systems, Artificial Intelligence, and Renewable Energy. Key areas include capsule robots for endoscopy, sensor fusion for autonomous vehicles, underactuated systems, and energy harvesting technologies. His work bridges theoretical and applied domains in robotics and sustainable energy solutions. His recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on robotic perception, autonomous navigation, and renewable energy systems. Articles address pedestrian intent prediction, sensor fusion for vehicle safety, bio-inspired robotic design, and energy optimization in hybrid systems. Dr Huda supervises PhD students in robotics and AI, including Sarfraz Ahmed and Ihechiluru Fortune Chinatu Anya. He has led research projects funded by EPSRC and Innovate UK, focusing on robotics, control, and energy management systems. He is an active member of IEEE, IET, IEEE Robotics and Automation Society, and the EPSRC Peer Review College. Additionally, he serves as an associate editor for the Sensors journal and reviews for flagship robotics conferences and journals.

• Semiconductor Physics
• Photovoltaic Materials
• Thin-Film Solar Cells
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Aniela Czudek is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Physics, Warsaw University of Technology. Her research focuses on the electrical properties and defect analysis of thin-film photovoltaic materials, particularly Cu(In,Ga)Se2 (CIGS) and perovskite solar cells. She investigates the impact of grain boundary defects, alkali element doping, and persistent photoconductivity on device performance. Her recent work includes Modeling grain boundary barriers in CIGS cells Comparing sodium and potassium post-deposition treatments Developing airborne solar radiation measurement methods Characterizing perovskite solar cell interfaces She employs advanced spectroscopy techniques to analyze defects and optimize photovoltaic efficiency.

• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Decision Making under Uncertainty
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Lagoudakis Michael is a Professor at the School of Electronic & Computer Engineering of the Technical University of Crete since 2005. His academic journey includes a PhD in Computer Science from Duke University (2003), a Master's from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette (1998), and a Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras (1995). Education: PhD in Computer Science, Duke University, 2003 MSc in Computer Science, University of Louisiana, Lafayette, 1998 Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics, University of Patras, 1995 Research interests span Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Decision Making under Uncertainty, Multi-Agent Systems, Robotics (particularly robotic team coordination), Complex Systems, and DNA Computing. His work has produced significant publications in top venues like Robotics: Science and Systems , IEEE IROS , Journal of Machine Learning Research , and NIPS . He has contributed to projects such as EURECA-PRO (2020–present), DialogRL (2016–2020), and LSPI (2000–2003). Scientific awards include the Outstanding Dissertation Award from Duke University's Department of Computer Science and the Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award received twice. He is a member of AAAI, IEEE, and ACM.

Gabino Jiménez CastilloView profile

Lecturer

• Photovoltaic Systems
• Renewable Energy
• Solar Energy
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Gabino Jiménez Castillo serves as an Interim Substitute Professor in Electrical Engineering, holding a PhD from the University of Jaén (2019) for his thesis on photovoltaic system monitoring. His academic profile bridges cutting-edge renewable energy research with transformative engineering education methodologies. His educational background centers on advanced photovoltaic systems, with doctoral supervision by Dr. Francisco José Muñoz Rodríguez and Dr. Catalina Rus Casas. This foundation drives his dual research trajectory in solar energy engineering and pedagogical innovation. Dr. Jiménez Castillo's research demonstrates two interconnected pillars : First, photovoltaic systems engineering focusing on self-consumption optimization, bifacial technology, and Mediterranean climate adaptations for industrial and agricultural applications. Second, revolutionary engineering education through project-based learning (PBL), personal learning environments (PLEs), and remote laboratory development. His work consistently addresses real-world implementation challenges while advancing sustainable educational frameworks that cultivate entrepreneurial mindsets. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals distinct thematic clusters : 60% target photovoltaic performance optimization (rooftop systems, bifacial modules, battery integration), while 40% pioneer educational methodologies (PBL implementation, digital learning environments, entrepreneurship training). This synergy positions him at the critical intersection of renewable energy deployment and next-generation engineer development, with significant contributions to both technical standards (IEC 61724) and pedagogical frameworks. His laboratory initiatives demonstrate significant innovation in remote electronic instrumentation and personalized learning ecosystems , creating accessible platforms for hands-on engineering education. These environments integrate Arduino-based measurement systems and content curation tools to foster student autonomy in sustainable technology development.

• Renewable Energy Integration
• Smart Grid Control
• Power Systems Dynamics and Control
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Associate Professor Hemanshu Pota is a faculty member at UNSW Canberra in the School of Engineering and Information Technology. With extensive research experience spanning multiple decades, his work focuses on renewable energy integration, smart grid control, and mechanical systems control. He has secured nearly three million dollars in external research funding, including three ARC Discovery grants and one ARC Linkage grant. Professor Pota's research interests encompass a broad range of topics including renewable energy integration for smart grids, control of mechanical systems (particularly atomic force microscopes and small UAVs), battery and renewable resource integration, vehicle-to-grid systems for power quality support, power systems transient stability analysis, and robust control techniques. His work bridges theoretical control theory with practical power system applications. His publication record is impressive, with over 130 refereed journal papers in high-impact journals, one book, fifteen book chapters, and over 270 international conference papers. His most recent work (2023-2025) shows a continued focus on power electronics, grid integration of renewables, electric vehicle infrastructure, and cybersecurity for microgrids, with particular emphasis on advanced control techniques like sliding mode control and fixed-time control approaches. Best Paper Award at the 8th IEEE Conference on Industrial Electronics and Applications (ICIEA 2013) Elsevier Prize for Best Applications Paper at IEE International Conference Control 2000 UNSW@ADFA Teaching Excellence Award 2006 Professor Pota has supervised fifteen PhD students and eleven Masters students to completion. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of Technology and Economic Smart Grids and Sustainable Energy, and as Associate Editor for several prestigious journals including IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology. His international collaborations span institutions including Columbia University, UCLA, Tsinghua University, and Aalborg University. His consulting work with GHD in Australia demonstrates the practical application of his research in power systems dynamics and control. His teaching interests include analogue electronics, circuit theory, control engineering, and power systems.

• Autonomous vehicles
• Drones
• Embedded systems
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Marcello Chiaberge is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) of the Polytechnic University of Turin. He serves as Coordinator of the Interdepartmental Center for Service Robotics (PIC4SeR) and oversees quality management for the Master's Degree in Mechatronic Engineering. With over 110 publications and 9 international patents, his work bridges academic research and industrial applications in robotics and electronics. Research Interests span a wide array of fields including Autonomous vehicles Drones Embedded systems Precision agriculture Search and rescue robotics Simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) Smart cities infrastructure His projects often integrate machine learning with hardware acceleration, focusing on real-time solutions for robotics applications. Recent Publications highlight his contributions to: Deep reinforcement learning for robot navigation Hybrid MPPT algorithms for solar energy optimization UAV-based remote sensing in agriculture Transformer architectures for action recognition Hardware-accelerated computer vision systems Research Leadership is evident in his coordination of PIC4SeR and principal investigator roles in projects like: HERITALISE (2025-2028) - Cultural heritage digitization EMPATHY (2024-2026) - Empathetic mobility platforms NG-UWB (2019-2023) - Next-generation localization systems MArcEL (2019-2022) - Electric agricultural machinery His teaching includes courses on electronic fundamentals and mechatronic systems, all delivered in English at the Master's level. He has served as doctoral consortium member since 2002 and currently supervises multiple PhD candidates in electronics and mechatronics fields.

• Electrical Machines and Energy Conversion
• Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
• Power Electronics
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Derya Ahmet Kocabaş is an academician at the Department of Electrical Engineering , Istanbul Technical University , with a career spanning over two decades. They serve as the Manager of the ITU Electric Vehicle Team (ITUEV) and the ITU Autonomous Boat Team (ITUAS) , and hold expertise as an Expert Witness and Workplace Medicine and Occupational Safety Specialist Trainer . Their research focuses on Electrical Machines , Power Electronics , and Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Systems . PhD, Istanbul Technical University , Electrical Engineering MA, Istanbul Technical University , Electrical Engineering Licence, Istanbul Technical University , Electrical Engineering Their research interests center around Electrical Machines and Energy Conversion , Electric/Hybrid Vehicles , and Power Electronics , with a particular focus on mitigating Disruptive Effects in Electrical Machines . They have pioneered methods for Space Harmonics Reduction , Induction Motor Thermal Analysis , and High-Efficiency Power Converters . Recent publications highlight advancements in LLC Resonant Converters for Light Electric Vehicles , GaN-Based Microinverters , and Li-Ion Battery Performance in Aviation Applications . Their work integrates Kalman Filtering for SoC Estimation and Fourier Coefficient Modeling for Electric Machines . Scientific recognition includes: 2024 Best Paper Award, ELECO Conference 2023 & 2024 Academic Performance Awards, Istanbul Technical University 2016 & 2017 Best Graduation Design Project Prizes, Chamber of Electrical Engineers 2013 Siemens Excellence Award They lead multiple ongoing projects funded by BAP and Döner Sermaye , covering Harmonic Optimization , Electric Vehicle Traction Motors , and Battery Pre-Heating Systems . Their mentorship extends to advising teams like ITUEV and ITUAS , while maintaining memberships in IEEE , Chamber of Electrical Engineers , and Chamber of Electrical Installation Engineers .