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Yifan ZhouView profile

Assistant Professor

• AI-Driven Smart Grid
• Quantum Computing
• Power System Dynamics and Stability
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Yifan Zhou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Stony Brook University. He holds a PhD (2019) and B.E. (2014) in Electrical Engineering from Tsinghua University. His research focuses on AI-driven smart grids, quantum computing, and formal analysis of power systems, emphasizing resilience and renewable energy integration. He teaches courses on electromechanical energy converters, electric machinery, and AI-driven smart grids. He advises PhD students in power system dynamics and quantum computing applications. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Tsinghua University, 2019 B.E. in Electrical Engineering, Tsinghua University, 2014 Research Interests: Integrates machine learning and quantum computing for power system stability, microgrid operations, and verifiable smart grids. Highlights include quantum ML for stability assessment and neural dynamic equivalence modeling. Awards: 2023 NAI Young Academic Inventor’s Award (for quantum computing in power systems) 2021 Outstanding Reviewer for IEEE Transactions on Power Systems 2014 Tsinghua University Outstanding Thesis Award Grants & Mentoring: Supervises PhD students (e.g., Xuguo Fu, Sijia Yu) and leads projects on quantum-enabled power analytics and learning-based verification. Advises on federal grants for smart grid resilience. Labs/Teams: Leads research in quantum power flow analysis and AI-driven control systems within the Electrical and Computer Engineering department.

• 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.

Dragan MaksimovicView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• High-Frequency Power Conversion
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Dragan Maksimovic is a Distinguished Professor and Charles Victor Schelke Endowed Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering at the University of Colorado. He serves as Co-Director of the Colorado Power Electronics Center (CoPEC), leading research in smart power electronics and digital control for high-frequency power converters. His work focuses on renewable energy integration, wide bandgap semiconductor applications, and efficient energy systems. Research Interests: Power electronics for renewable energy, high-frequency power conversion using wide bandgap semiconductors, digital control of switched-mode converters, and integrated circuits for power management. His lab, CoPEC, has secured support from NSF, DARPA, ARPA-E, and industry partners. Awards: IEEE Fellow 2023 IEEE William E. Newell Power Electronics Award 2022 IEEE PELS R. David Middlebrook Achievement Award Advising & Grants: Supervises research aligned with CoPEC's industrial collaborations. Major grants include projects on DC fast charging, grid integration, and high-efficiency converter designs. Labs & Teams: Leads the Colorado Power Electronics Center (CoPEC), a hub for advanced power electronics research and development.

Layi AlatiseView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Advanced Power Semiconductor Materials
• Energy Conversion Systems
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Prof. Layi Alatise is a Professor and Royal Society Industry Fellow in Power Electronics at the University of Warwick's School of Engineering. His academic journey includes a BEng (First Class Hons.) and PhD in Microelectronics from Newcastle University, followed by industry roles at NXP Semiconductors and Atmel. He leads research in advanced power semiconductor materials, energy conversion systems, and wide-bandgap devices, focusing on reliability and efficiency. His work spans over 150 peer-reviewed publications and significant grants from UKRI, EPSRC, and Innovate UK. Education: BEng (First Class Hons.) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Newcastle University (2005) PhD in Microelectronics and Semiconductors, Newcastle University (2008) Key Roles: Royal Society Industry Fellow (50% buy-out funded) Associate Editor, IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics His research emphasizes SiC and GaN power devices , investigating their reliability under extreme conditions and integration into applications like EVs, renewable energy systems, and high-voltage grids. Recent work addresses circular economy strategies for EV power electronics and next-generation traction inverters. Over 25 funded projects include transformative initiatives like REWIRE (Ultrawide Bandgap Semiconductors) and Circular Microgrids . He has supervised 12+ PhD/post-doctoral researchers, focusing on device characterization, reliability modeling, and energy conversion systems. Main Research Themes: Wide bandgap semiconductor reliability High-voltage DC transmission systems SiC MOSFET robustness under short circuits His lab collaborates with industry partners like NXP Semiconductors and National Grid, driving innovations in power electronics for net-zero targets.

Azfar KhalidView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Digital Twins and Cyber Physical Production Systems
• Human Robot Collaboration
• Robotic Manipulators
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Azfar Khalid is a Senior Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering in the Department of Engineering at the School of Science & Technology, Nottingham Trent University (NTU). He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from GIK Institute of Engineering, Pakistan and a PhD in Precision Engineering from University of Manchester (2009). Dr. Khalid teaches across Mechanical and Electronics Engineering disciplines, including Control Systems, Robotics, Cybernetics & Biomechatronics. His research focuses on smart factory systems, human robot collaboration, cyber physical production systems, digital twins, and Industry 4.0. He serves as the research coordinator of the Department of Engineering and leads the Digital Innovation Research Group within the Imaging, Materials & Engineering Centre. Dr. Khalid's publications demonstrate a strong trend toward human-centric digital twin technology, with emphasis on occupational safety, mental stress factors in human-robot collaboration, and cognitive workload assessment in smart manufacturing environments. His work bridges engineering, human factors, and neuroscience to create safer, more efficient industrial systems. Fellow of The Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Member of Institute of Mechanical Engineers (MIMechE) Chartered Engineer (CEng) Lead Guest Editor for special issues on Cyber Physical Systems Associate Editor for Industrial Robotics and Automation As a research leader, Dr. Khalid has secured significant funding including EPSRC grants totaling over £120K from Connected Everything initiatives, with PepsiCo as an industrial partner. He supervises multiple PhD students working on digital twins for workplace safety, mental stress management, and modular robotic systems. His lab collaborates with industrial partners including Olympus Technologies, Raruk Automation, WMH Robotics, and The Care Machine, as well as international academic institutions across Germany, Spain, and Pakistan.

Thomas GeuryView profile

Researcher

• Electric Vehicles
• Vehicle-to-Grid Systems
• Energy Storage
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Thomas Geury is a postdoctoral researcher at the MOBI - Electromobility Research Centre within the Free University of Brussels (VUB) , specializing in Electrical Engineering-Power Technology. His work focuses on advanced power electronics, energy storage, and electric vehicle systems. Education: PhD in Engineering Sciences and Technology (2017), Université libre de Bruxelles Master in Electrical Engineering (2012), Université libre de Bruxelles Bachelor in Electromechanical Engineering (2010), Université libre de Bruxelles His research interests include electric vehicles , vehicle-to-grid systems , energy storage , and power electronics . He has contributed to projects involving battery management, modular converters, and sustainable energy integration. Recent work highlights optimization frameworks for DC-DC converters , microgrid design for marine applications , and smart charging infrastructure . His publications emphasize efficiency, modularity, and interoperability in renewable energy and electric mobility systems. Scientific Awards: The Best Paper Award on Energy for Sustainable Mobility (2024) Geury collaborates on EU-funded projects like HARPOONERS (marine electrification) and FLEXMSC (megawatt charging). He has served as a chair for IEEE conference sessions on modular converter design and control systems.

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

Robert CuznerView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• DC Power Systems
• Microgrid Protection
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Dr. Robert Cuzner is a Richard and Joanne Grigg Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. He serves as Director of the Center for Sustainable Electrical Energy Systems (SEES) and Site Director of the Center for GRid-Connected Power Electronic Systems (GRAPES). Prior to academia, he spent 24 years in industry developing power systems for naval and industrial applications. His leadership roles include chairing the IEEE Industrial Drives Committee (2006-2008) and co-editing the IEEE Electrification Magazine. Dr. Cuzner's education includes a PhD (2013), MS (1990), and BS (1988) in Electrical & Computer Engineering from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Brigham Young University. His research focuses on DC power distribution architectures for naval systems, community microgrids, and industrial parks; microgrid protection using solid-state technologies; EMI mitigation for wide-bandgap semiconductors; and high-efficiency power electronic topologies. His recent work emphasizes virtual prototyping for naval power systems, thermal optimization of SiC modules, and fault resilience in DC grids. He has contributed to standards development for shipboard power systems and pioneered adaptive protection schemes for inverter-based DERs. Collaborations include the UWM SEES/GRAPES labs and industry partners in naval and renewable energy sectors. Dr. Cuzner is currently on sabbatical for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters, focusing on advancing digital twin technologies and naval power system architectures.

Herbert L. GinnView profile

Professor

• Power electronics applications in energy systems
• Power phenomena and compensation in non-sinusoidal systems
• Power quality
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Herbert L. Ginn is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing , University of South Carolina. His research focuses on power electronics applications in energy systems, power quality, and control architectures for converters in microgrids and shipboard systems. Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Louisiana State University (2002) M.S., Electrical Engineering, Louisiana State University (1998) B.S., Electrical Engineering, Louisiana State University (1996) His work explores power phenomena in non-sinusoidal systems , real-time digital twins for converters , and agent-based microgrid control . Key trends in his publications include smart grid technologies , renewable energy integration , and advanced control algorithms for power systems. Herbert teaches courses such as Industrial Controls , Digital Controls , and Shipboard Power Systems . Contact him at ginnhl@cec.sc.edu or Swearingen Room 3A30, Columbia, SC.

Pablo BorjaView profile

Lecturer

• Control Systems Engineering
• Robotics
• Passivity-Based Control
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Dr. Pablo Borja is a Lecturer in Control Systems Engineering at the University of Plymouth, UK. He holds a PhD in 'Automatique' from Paris-Saclay University (2017) and has held postdoctoral roles at the University of Groningen (2017–2021) and Delft University of Technology (2021–2022). His academic journey includes visiting research stints at Zhejiang University (2015) and the University of Groningen (2016). He currently teaches courses such as Engineering Mathematics and Control, Marine Engineering, and Autonomy Principles. Educations: Bachelor’s in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (UNAM, 2011) Master’s in Electrical Engineering (UNAM, 2013) PhD in Automatique (Paris-Saclay University, 2017) Research Interests: Pablo’s work focuses on control systems engineering, with an emphasis on energy-based and passivity-based control methodologies for mechanical systems, robotics, and DC microgrids. His research applies to underactuated systems, soft robotics, and stabilization techniques under uncertainty. He explores theoretical frameworks such as port-Hamiltonian systems and PID-PBC (Passivity-Based Control), with practical applications in robotics and energy systems. Advising & Collaborations: He supervises PhD projects on topics like energy-based control strategies for spasticity modeling, variable-stiffness actuators for bipedal locomotion, and structural analysis of floating energy storage systems. His past collaborations include supervising projects on satellite formation control and port-Hamiltonian system stabilization. Labs & Teams: While specific lab affiliations are not explicitly mentioned, his active role in teaching and research at the School of Engineering, Computing, and Mathematics reflects involvement in interdisciplinary projects. His work integrates robotics, control theory, and energy systems, fostering collaboration across mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering disciplines.

Afshin Rezaei-ZareView profile

Associate Professor

• Power Systems
• Renewable Energy
• Electrical Engineering
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Afshin Rezaei-Zare is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science at York University. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tehran and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Toronto (2005-2009). His career spans academic and industrial roles, including 7 years at Hydro One Networks Inc. as a specialist in power system planning and reliability. Registered Professional Engineer (Ontario) Senior Member of IEEE Associate Editor, IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery Chair, IEEE Task Force on Power Equipment Vulnerability to GIC His research focuses on power system resilience to geomagnetic disturbances (GMD) , real-time simulation, and electric vehicle energy management . He pioneered the world’s first in-service GMD real-time simulator for Ontario Grid Control Center and contributed to renewable energy system optimization. His recent publications emphasize transformer protection under GIC conditions , EV battery charging analytics , and smart grid technologies . He has led critical advancements in GMD monitoring and mitigation strategies, including adaptive machine learning for battery state-of-charge prediction and DFACTS-based voltage unbalance control. Hydro One President Award in Innovation for GMD simulator development

Kristen SchellView profile

Associate Professor

• Wind power modeling and forecasting
• Power systems planning
• Renewable energy policy design
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Professor Kristen Schell is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Carleton University, joining in July 2020. She holds dual PhDs in Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Porto, alongside degrees from Johns Hopkins and Carnegie Mellon. Her research focuses on renewable energy integration, including wind power modeling, electricity market dynamics, and policy design for sustainable energy systems. B.S. Chemical Engineering - Carnegie Mellon University M.S.E. Environmental Engineering - Johns Hopkins University Dual Ph.D. Engineering - Carnegie Mellon University & University of Porto Her work combines machine learning and optimization to address energy transition challenges, leveraging empirical datasets from utilities and climate models. She previously held roles at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) and Polytechnique Montréal, contributing to a US DOE ARPA-E grant. Currently leads the APEX lab, offering a PhD position in Physics-informed Deep Learning for Wind Power. No individual scientific awards listed, though part of team-awarded DOE funding. Active in federal-to-community energy policy advising.

Mahshid AmirabadiView profile

Associate Professor

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Microgrids
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Mahshid Amirabadi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Northeastern University. Her research focuses on power electronics for renewable energy systems, microgrids, variable speed drives, and wireless power transfer. She holds a PhD from Texas A&M University and has held academic positions at the University of Illinois at Chicago and Northeastern University since 2013. Education PhD, Electrical Engineering (Power-Power Electronics), Texas A&M University (2013) MS, Electrical Engineering (Power-Power Electronics), University of Tehran (2006) BS, Electrical Engineering (Electronics), Shahid Beheshti University (2002) Research Interests Dr. Amirabadi’s work centers on designing efficient and reliable power converters, particularly for renewable energy integration and high-frequency applications. She develops universal converters to streamline energy conversion processes across various systems. Key Awards NSF CAREER Award (2021) IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics Best Paper Awards (2020, 2021) Best Paper at IEEE ECCE (2016) Grants & Advising She leads NSF-funded research on universal SiC-based converters and has secured grants from the Office of Naval Research and ARPA-E. Her advisees include PhD students Ehsan Afshari and M. Khodabandeh, contributing to impactful publications in top journals. Labs & Teams Her lab focuses on advanced converter topologies and their applications in renewable energy systems, collaborating on projects like ARPA-E’s universal power converter initiatives.

Foad TaghizadehView profile

Lecturer

• Electric Vehicle Technology
• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Integration
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Dr Foad Taghizadeh is a Lecturer in electrical engineering at Macquarie University, Australia, where he also held prior research fellowships. He holds honorary visiting scholar positions at the University of Technology Sydney and Griffith University. His research focuses on electric vehicle (EV) charging systems, grid integration of renewables, and microgrid technologies. He earned his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Macquarie University in 2018. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, Macquarie University (2018) Research interests include EV charging infrastructure, grid impact analysis, renewable energy integration, and energy storage systems. His work addresses challenges in high-speed EV charging, microgrid stability, and converter control for distributed energy resources. Awards and Honors: Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA), UK (2020) Highly Commended Finalist, Vice-Chancellor's Learning & Teaching Early Career Award (2022) New South Wales Fresh Science Award (2019) FSE Excellence in Early Career Teaching Award (2022) Current Projects: Wireless power transfer for heavy EVs and marine vessels (2024–2027) Development of economically sustainable EV charging facilities Modular microgrid for NSW sustainable development Labs/Teams: Active in Macquarie University's energy systems research group and collaborates with industry partners on EV charging infrastructure projects.

Subhashish BhattacharyaView profile

Professor

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Integration
• Medium Voltage Power Converters
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Subhashish Bhattacharya is the Duke Energy Distinguished Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University. He co-founded the NSF ERC FREEDM Systems Center, Advanced Transportation Energy Center (ATEC), and PowerAmerica. His research focuses on power electronics integration in renewable energy systems, solid-state transformers, and medium-voltage power converters using SiC/GaN devices. Education: Ph.D. Electrical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2003) M.E. Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science (1988) B.E. Electrical Engineering, IIT Roorkee (1986) Research Interests: Renewable energy grid integration High-power converter topologies SiC/GaN semiconductor applications DC microgrid architectures Grid resilience solutions Awards: IEEE Fellow (2021) University Faculty Scholars (2017) ABB Term Associate Professor (2012) His work is supported by NSF, DoE, ARPA-E, and industry partners. Over 600 publications and 10 patents reflect his contributions to power electronics innovation.