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Mark NelmsView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Power Systems
• Renewable Energy
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Mark Nelms is the Godbold Professor and Chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. With a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech and master’s/undergraduate degrees from Auburn, his research focuses on power electronics, energy conversion, power systems, and renewable energy integration. He has authored/co-authored seminal works like Basic Engineering Circuit Analysis and contributed extensively to microgrid reliability studies, inverter control methodologies, and fault mitigation in electrical machines. Education Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Virginia Tech M.S., Electrical Engineering, Auburn University B.S., Electrical Engineering, Auburn University His recent research spans advanced control systems for inverters, microgrid stability analysis, and optimization of renewable energy storage solutions. Publications highlight innovations in proportional-resonant controllers, FPGA-based hardware acceleration, and thermal impact studies of induction motors. Scientific contributions include the IEEE Industry Application Society’s 2019 Distinguished Service Award. Key collaborative efforts involve grid-connected inverter control, pumped storage hydropower integration with wind systems, and adaptive fault-tolerant designs for permanent magnet synchronous machines.

James Ranjith Kumar RajasekaranView profile

Lecturer

• Cybersecurity
• Power Systems
• Smart Grids
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Dr. James Ranjith Kumar Rajasekaran is a Lecturer in the MPEE department at Northumbria University, appointed in February 2024. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science (2014) and a PhD in Cybersecurity of Power System Networks from the National University of Singapore (2021). His research focuses on enhancing cybersecurity in power systems, particularly in smart grids, distribution networks, and renewable energy integration. His work addresses challenges such as detecting cyber-physical attacks, securing EV charging ecosystems, and improving grid resilience through advanced algorithms like transient analysis and matrix completion-based methods. Recent publications emphasize stealthy attack detection in distribution systems and optimizing battery storage in wind-based networks. Dr. Rajasekaran’s research spans interdisciplinary topics including data manipulation attacks, load flow analysis, and renewable energy optimization. While no scientific awards are mentioned, his contributions highlight innovative approaches to power system security and efficiency.

Henock DibabaView profile

Researcher

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Sustainable Energy Access
• Microgrid Business Models
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Henock Dibaba is a post-doctoral researcher and PhD candidate at the LUT School of Energy Systems (LES) at LUT University. He holds an M.Sc. (Tech.) in Energy Technology from LUT University (2019). His primary affiliation is with the Department of Electrical Engineering within the LUT School of Energy Systems. Education: M.Sc. (Tech.) in Energy Technology, LUT University, 2019 Research Focus: Renewable Energy Systems and Rural Electrification . His work includes developing business models for rural microgrids and advancing collaborative projects between African and European stakeholders through initiatives like the LEAP-RE-SETaDiSMA research program. He previously contributed to the Fusion Grid project, focusing on energy system integration challenges. Projects: LEAP-RE-SETaDiSMA: Partnerships for renewable energy innovation in Africa-Europe collaboration

Terrence W.K. MakView profile

Lecturer

• Mathematical Optimization
• Machine Learning
• Energy Systems
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Terrence W.K. Mak is a Lecturer in the Department of Data Science & AI at Monash University, within the Faculty of IT. He is affiliated with the Monash Energy Institute and Monash Data Futures Institute, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of mathematical optimization, machine learning, and energy systems. His work addresses climate change challenges in the energy sector, such as net-zero emissions and climate-resilient infrastructure. Academically, he holds a PhD from the Australian National University (2018), MPhil and BSc from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (2011, 2009). He has held postdoctoral and research roles at Georgia Tech and the University of Michigan, collaborating extensively with Prof. Pascal Van Hentenryck and Prof. Jimmy Lee. His research emphasizes combining machine learning and optimization to solve energy sector problems, including smart grid technologies, disaster management, and sustainable informatics. Key collaborations include ARPA-E projects (e.g., Grid Optimization Competition), US national laboratories, and industry partners like RTE France and Origin Energy. Recent projects include Grid Guru (AI-driven grid optimization) and consultancy for Origin Energy. He supervises PhD students focusing on deep learning and nonlinear optimization for smart grids.

• Electric Drives
• Power Converters
• Power Quality
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Prof. Milutin Petronijević is a Professor at the Department of Power Engineering , Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niš . He heads the MiSGrid Lab and specializes in electric drives, power converters, and renewable energy systems. His work focuses on high-performance drive control, grid integration of renewable sources, and microgrid stability. He has taught courses in Electric Vehicles and Traction , Power Transformers , and Control of Power Converters and Drives across BSc, MSc, and PhD programs. His research includes over 74 publications and projects on topics like crane drive systems, photovoltaic inverter testing, and anti-skew control algorithms. Key contributions include developing robust control strategies for electrical drives and grid-connected inverters, with practical implementations in industrial settings like railway auxiliary systems and cement plant cranes. His lab work emphasizes real-time prototyping and validation of energy management systems. Recent projects involve fly ash impact on urban PV systems and neural network-based PV forecasting , reflecting his focus on sustainable energy solutions. He collaborates internationally on microgrid stability and has contributed to standards like IEEE 1547 compliance testing.

• Energy Systems Engineering
• Modeling and Simulation of Energy Systems
• Optimization of Energy Conversion Technologies
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Mohammad Mansouri is an Associate Professor in the Department of Energy and Petroleum Engineering at the University of Stavanger, Faculty of Science and Technology, Norway. He holds a PhD in energy systems engineering from the University of Stavanger and earned his BSc and MSc degrees in chemical engineering from Sharif University of Technology, Iran. His research focuses on the modeling, simulation, optimization, and management of multi-vector energy systems, with a strong emphasis on hydrogen-fueled micro gas turbines, carbon capture technologies, and techno-economic and risk assessments for energy systems. He has contributed significantly to advancements in clean energy technologies, particularly in gas turbine applications, integrated energy systems for decarbonizing geographical islands, and energy efficiency in buildings using phase change materials. The recent articles highlight a consistent trend in clean and sustainable energy technologies, with a focus on hydrogen utilization, fault diagnostics using machine learning, thermal energy storage, and decarbonization strategies. His work bridges the gap between theoretical modeling and practical implementation in energy conversion systems. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Mohammad Mansouri has advised multiple graduate students and contributed to several research projects, though specific names of students are not listed. He has been involved in EU-funded initiatives such as the H2-IGCC project and collaborative research on well integrity for geothermal applications. His work is supported by extensive publications in high-impact journals and conference proceedings. He is actively involved in research teams focusing on integrated energy systems, gas turbine technology, and sustainable energy solutions. His collaborations include researchers at the University of Stavanger and international experts in energy engineering.

• Power Electronics
• Electric Drives
• Renewable Energy Integration
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Barry Williams is a Professor and Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, Faculty of Engineering. He is actively engaged in research related to power electronics, electric drives, and renewable energy systems. His work contributes to advancements in sustainable energy technologies and smart grid integration. His primary research interests include Power Electronics , Electric Drives , DC-DC Converters , Microgrids , Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) , and High-Temperature Silicon Carbide Electronics . He focuses on improving efficiency in power conversion systems, integrating renewable sources like wind and solar into grids, and developing robust control strategies for distributed energy systems. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in power electronics for renewable integration, particularly in photovoltaic and wind systems, as well as advanced converter topologies for offshore and microgrid applications. His work spans both theoretical control design and practical implementation, with emphasis on efficiency, reliability, and fault tolerance in modern power systems. Barry Williams has led and contributed to multiple research projects, including High Speed, Magnet Free Traction Motors and Drives , DC Grid for Empowering PV Generation in Qatar , and HiDEF: Supergen HDPS . These projects were funded by organizations such as Innovate UK and the Qatar Foundation, indicating strong external support and international collaboration. He is actively involved in research supervision, having mentored at least 10 postgraduate students. His work is conducted within a collaborative network involving researchers such as Khaled Ahmed, Stephen Finney, and Derrick Holliday. He contributes to a broader research ecosystem focused on decentralized energy systems, smart grids, and next-generation power electronics.

Sivaranjani SeetharamanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Control Systems
• Machine Learning
• Energy Systems
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Dr. Sivaranjani Seetharaman is an Assistant Professor at Purdue University's Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering. She holds a PhD from the University of Notre Dame, completed postdoctoral research at Texas A&M University, and earned her M.S. from the Indian Institute of Science. Her research integrates control theory and machine learning for distributed decision-making in large-scale cyber-physical-human systems, with applications in transportation networks, power grids, and interdependent infrastructures. Her work focuses on developing efficient algorithms for real-time control, safety guarantees in learning systems, and optimization of networked systems. Analysis of her publications reveals strong emphasis on energy systems and safe learning-based control, with consistent applications to smart grids and electrified transportation. Her research demonstrates progressive integration of machine learning techniques with traditional control theory to address complex infrastructure challenges.

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Energy Storage
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Prof. Dylan Lu is a Professor and Head of Discipline for Electrical Power and Energy Systems at the School of Electrical and Data Engineering, University of Technology Sydney (UTS). He holds a Ph.D. in Electronic and Information Engineering from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2004). Previously, he served as academic staff at the University of Sydney from 2006 to 2016, progressing from Lecturer to Associate Professor. His research focuses on power electronics, renewable energy systems, and grid integration, with an emphasis on converter topologies, control techniques, and power quality solutions for microgrids and energy storage systems. Prof. Lu's academic leadership includes roles as Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics and IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics. He chairs the IEEE NSW Joint Chapter PEL/IES/IAS and is a Senior Member of the IEEE. His teaching contributions include coordinating Renewable Energy Systems studios and supervising graduate projects in areas like electro-thermal modeling of power devices and three-port DC-DC converter synthesis. Research highlights include advancements in cascaded H-bridge converters, battery management systems, and grid-connected inverter control strategies. His work addresses challenges in high-efficiency power conversion, renewable integration, and energy storage reliability. Current projects explore fault-tolerant converter designs and predictive control algorithms for electric vehicle chargers.

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Electric Vehicle Technology
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Dr. Ha Pham is a Lecturer at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), affiliated with the School of Electrical and Data Engineering under the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology. He holds a B.Eng., M.Eng., and Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the Tokyo Institute of Technology (2007–2012). Prior to UTS, he worked as a Research Fellow at the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (2011–2012) and a Research Scientist at Robert Bosch (2012–2016). His research focuses on high-efficiency, low-cost power electronics for industrial applications, including solar inverters, wireless charging systems, and semiconductor processing. Notable projects include the Zone-Control Induction Heating (ZCIH) system and the development of intelligent hybrid inverters. Dr. Pham has received the 2019 Endeavour Executive Leadership Award and was recognized as an Innovative Engineer by Engineers Australia. He actively participates in academic leadership, including leading the UTS Motorsports Team (2017–2019). His academic service includes peer review for IEEE journals and conferences, such as the IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics and IEEE Energy Conversion Congress . Teaching roles include coordinating the Power Circuit Theory course and tutoring electronics and circuits. His patents include innovations in balancing circuits and wireless EV chargers.

Yam SiwakotiView profile

Associate Professor

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Multilevel Converters
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Associate Professor Yam Siwakoti holds a position at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), leading research in power electronics and renewable energy systems. He has affiliations with the School of Electrical and Data Engineering and has collaborated with institutions like Fraunhofer ISE and the University of Oxford. Education: B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from National Institute of Technology, Hamirpur (2005) MEng in Electrical Power Engineering from Norwegian University of Science and Technology and Kathmandu University (2010) PhD in Electronic Engineering from Macquarie University (2014) Research focuses on high-efficiency power converters, multilevel inverters, and sustainable energy systems. Key interests include transformerless grid-connected inverters, battery management systems, and wide bandgap semiconductor applications. Notable achievements include the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award (2022) and Green Talent Award (2016). He has supervised over 15 students and holds editorial roles in IEEE journals. His funded research projects focus on extending battery lifetimes and high-frequency magnetics design. Labs/Teams: Active in UTS' Power Electronics and Renewable Energy research groups, collaborating with industry partners like Re:Start on EV charging solutions.

Caleb BrooksView profile

Associate Professor

• Advanced Reactor Designs
• Reactor Thermal-Hydraulics
• Interfacial Area Transport
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Caleb Brooks is an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Department of Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering, and a Donald Biggar Willett Faculty Scholar. He holds a parallel appointment as WPI Associate Professor at Kyushu University's International Institute for Carbon-Neutral Energy Research. Brooks earned his B.S. and Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering from Purdue University (2008, 2014). His research focuses on advanced reactor designs, reactor thermal-hydraulics, interfacial area transport, and transient accident analysis. Key areas include molten salt reactors, microreactor integration, and thermal-hydraulic modeling. He leads the Multiphase Thermo-fluid Dynamics Laboratory and the Illinois Microreactor RD&D Center, advancing innovations in nuclear energy systems and decarbonization strategies. Brooks teaches courses on nuclear system engineering, heat transfer, and computational multiphase flow. His work spans 150+ publications, emphasizing reactor safety, xenon dynamics, and energy system integration. He has secured grants, including a $2M DOE award for fuel storage solutions, and collaborates globally on projects like the KRONOS microreactor and nuclear-hybrid microgrids. Brooks is a sought-after reviewer for journals like Nuclear Science and Engineering and serves on the editorial board of Experimental and Computational Multiphase Flow . His professional memberships include the American Nuclear Society and American Society of Thermal and Fluids Engineers.

Mohsen AzimiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Mechanical Vibrations
• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Control Systems Design
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Mohsen Azimi is an Assistant Professor in the Michael W. Hall School of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University. His expertise spans nonlinear dynamics, control systems, robotics, and fluid-structure interactions with applications to space habitats, wind energy systems, and autonomous systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Arizona (2022) and completed postdoctoral research at Purdue University (2022-2023). Research interests include rigid multi-body fluid-structure interactions, nonlinear adaptive control, and bifurcation analysis in complex systems. His work addresses challenges in deep space habitat design, energy harvesting in rotating systems, and fault detection in autonomous robots. Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Arizona, 2022 Experience: Postdoc at Purdue University, Mechanical Engineer Intern at Ridgetop Group Inc. Publications focus on bifurcation phenomena in geared systems, resilient extraterrestrial habitat modeling, and robot dynamics. Notable contributions include HabSim-HMS virtual testbed for space habitats and novel methods for parametric stability analysis. Award: Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant (2021) Teaching: Control system design, mechanical vibrations, and mechatronics systems

Michael Carbajales-DaleView profile

Associate Professor

• Energy Systems Analysis
• Sustainability
• Renewable Energy Transition
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Michael Carbajales-Dale is an Associate Professor in the Environmental Engineering & Earth Sciences department at Clemson University, leading the Energy-Economy-Environment (E3) Systems Analysis group. His research focuses on energy systems, sustainability, and the transition from fossil fuels to renewables. He has secured over $30M in grants and published over 60 articles with an h-index of 31. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Canterbury and an M.S. in Physics & Philosophy from the University of Bristol. Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, 2011, University of Canterbury, New Zealand M.S., Physics & Philosophy (First Class Honors), 2006, University of Bristol, UK Research Interests: Energy-Economy-Environment interactions Renewable energy transitions Life cycle assessment and net energy analysis Sustainable development and policy Publications: His work spans energy systems modeling, decarbonization strategies, and sustainability metrics. Recent trends include studies on solar energy viability, electric vehicles' environmental impacts, and hybrid energy systems in developing regions. Awards: 2014–2015: Institute of Integrated Economic Research 2007–2010: Keith Laugesen Scholarship 2007–2010: International Doctoral Scholarship Grants & Advising: Over $30M in grants as PI/Co-PI. Advises graduate students in environmental systems analysis and energy policy. Active in lab-based research on energy modeling and sustainability tools. Labs & Teams: Heads the E3 Systems Analysis group, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects in energy, environment, and economic systems.

Liling HuangView profile

Associate Professor

• Power Systems Protection
• Microgrids
• Energy Management Systems
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Liling Huang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at George Mason University's Volgenau School of Engineering, and holds the Dominion Energy Faculty Fellow title. Her roles include teaching, research leadership, and industry collaboration. She is based in Fairfax campus at Nguyen Engineering Building Room 3207. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech. Professional credentials include IEEE Senior Member and Professional Electrical Engineer certification in Taiwan. Prior to academia, she worked in government roles designing electrical systems for large-scale buildings and conducting smart building research. Research focuses on power systems protection, microgrids, energy management, and smart building technologies. She leads the Power Engineering Program and manages the Power Engineering Program Advisory Board. Her industry engagements include consulting for Dominion Energy on transmission protection and workforce training. Recognition includes the 2024 Dean’s Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence. She pioneered the Mason Power Community initiative and developed innovative online learning modules. Research collaborations emphasize renewable energy integration and grid stability solutions. Operates the Smart Grid Lab, a facility advancing grid modernization and energy storage systems. Active in K-12 outreach through summer camps promoting renewable energy engineering education.