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• Battery Technologies
• Materials Chemistry
• Electrochemistry
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Professor Guoxiu Wang is a Distinguished Professor and Industry Laureate Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), leading the Centre for Clean Energy Technology. His expertise spans battery technologies, materials chemistry, and electrochemistry, with a focus on lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and other advanced energy storage systems. He holds prestigious fellowships, including from the Royal Society of Chemistry and the European Academy of Sciences. His research has been recognized through numerous awards, including being listed as a Highly Cited Researcher since 2018. Research Interests: Professor Wang’s work addresses challenges in energy storage through innovative materials design, including electrode materials for sodium-ion and lithium-sulfur batteries, MXenes, and electrolyte development. His team explores strategies to enhance battery performance, such as heterostructure engineering and defect-rich catalysts. Publications & Impact: With over 750 refereed papers, including in Nature Energy , Advanced Materials , and Angewandte Chemie , his work has garnered >78,000 citations (H-index 153/165). Recent trends focus on sodium-ion battery materials, MXene-based capacitors, and sustainable energy solutions like osmotic energy harvesting. Awards & Leadership: Awards include Fellowships from the Royal Society of Chemistry (2017), International Society of Electrochemistry (2018), and European Academy of Sciences (2020). He serves as an Associate Editor for Energy Storage Materials and Electrochemical Energy Reviews , and leads international collaborations, including a Royal Society Wolfson Visiting Fellowship at the University of Manchester (2024–2026). Grants & Supervision: Secured significant external grants, with active supervision of PhD/Masters students in battery technologies. His labs prioritize sustainable energy solutions and advanced material synthesis. Labs & Teams: Directs the Centre for Clean Energy Technology, fostering interdisciplinary research to advance clean energy technologies, from novel battery designs to electrochemical catalysts for CO2 and nitrate conversion.

Justin YimView profile

Assistant Professor

• Legged Robotics
• Bioinspired Robotics
• Robot Locomotion and Dynamics
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Justin Yim is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), where he runs the Novel Mobile Robots Lab (NMbL). His research focuses on enabling high-performance locomotion in robots through concurrent design of mechanisms and controllers, inspired by biological systems. He previously earned his PhD in Electrical Engineering from UC Berkeley (2020) and dual BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics/Electrical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania (2015), followed by a postdoctoral researcher role at Carnegie Mellon University (2020-2022). PhD, Electrical Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (2020) MSE, Robotics, University of Pennsylvania (2015) BSE, Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics/Electrical Engineering, University of Pennsylvania (2015) His research explores legged robot design, bioinspired robotics, and locomotion dynamics, with a focus on overcoming terrain challenges through minimalist mechanical systems and control strategies. Recent work emphasizes squirrel-inspired jumping and landing mechanics, programmable substrates for locomotion studies, and energy-efficient robot mobility. Selected article trends highlight innovations in monopedal hopping with series-elastic actuators, bioinspired balance control, underactuated bipedal walkers, and cooperative cable-driven modular robots. His work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications in extreme-terrain mobility. NSF CAREER Award (2025): 'Extreme Robot Walking: Speed, Agility, and Efficiency via Reduced Degrees of Freedom' NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts Fellow (2025) Justin Yim actively mentors graduate students and leads research projects in the NMbL lab, which develops robots capable of walking, hopping, and rolling in complex environments. Recent lab achievements include a Best Demo award at the 2nd Unconventional Robots Workshop (2025) and awards for outstanding locomotion papers. He teaches courses such as ME 370 Mechanical Design I and SE 422 (ME 446, ECE 489) Robot Dynamics and Control.

• Electrical Power Systems
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Distributed Generation
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Rachid Cherkaoui is a Senior Scientist at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering, specifically within the Department of Electrical Engineering. He is actively associated with research units SEL-ENS, EDEY-ENS, and DESL, contributing to the Distributed Electrical Systems Laboratory (DESL). His work focuses on advanced power system optimization, smart grids, and energy market modeling. Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, EPFL, 1992 M.S. in Electrical Engineering, EPFL, 1983 Dr. Cherkaoui's research interests include electrical power and distribution systems, distributed generation, energy storage, electricity market deregulation, and power system vulnerability mitigation. His work bridges theoretical modeling and real-world applications, particularly in flexibility provision, grid resilience, and market integration of renewable energy. His recent publications (2020–2025) reflect a strong focus on smart grid technologies, energy storage integration, and market mechanisms. Key themes include optimal dispatch of hybrid systems, TSO-DSO coordination, frequency control, and stochastic optimization under uncertainty. His work is frequently published in top-tier journals such as IEEE Transactions on Power Systems and IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid. ABB Swiss Award '83 Senior Member, IEEE Member, CIGRE Task Forces C5-2 IEEE Swiss Chapter Officer since 2005 Dr. Cherkaoui actively supervises doctoral students and collaborates extensively with researchers like Mario Paolone. He has contributed to numerous projects funded by industry, CTI/Innosuisse, and Horizon 2020. His research includes experimental validation and real-time control systems, particularly in hydropower and battery storage applications. He is also involved in national and international energy strategy discussions, including Switzerland's path to carbon neutrality.

David Chester UphamView profile

Assistant Professor

• Heterogeneous catalysis
• Clean energy
• CO2-free chemical conversion
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David Chester Upham is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering within the Faculty of Applied Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He leads the Upham Lab, which focuses on developing catalysts and processes for sustainable energy production, greenhouse gas mitigation, and CO 2 -free chemical conversion. Dr. Upham received his education from prestigious institutions: Postdoctoral Scholar, Stanford University (2019) Ph.D., University of California Santa Barbara (2017) B.Eng., McGill University (2010) Dr. Upham's research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis for sustainable energy applications. His work centers on developing catalysts and processes that enable CO 2 -free production of chemicals, power, and materials. He specializes in liquid heterogeneous catalysts , particularly molten metal alloys, for methane conversion, CO 2 utilization, and hydrogen production. His lab employs advanced techniques including operando IR spectroscopy, pulsed and transient analysis of reaction mechanisms, isotopic labeling studies, and in-situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy. A key aspect of his research is understanding how liquid heterogeneous catalysts behave under reaction conditions, with applications in methane pyrolysis, dry reforming, and carbon fiber synthesis. Analysis of Dr. Upham's recent publications reveals a strong focus on CO 2 mitigation and clean energy production . His work spans multiple domains including methane conversion technologies, CO 2 -to-fuels processes, and carbon-negative fuel production. A significant portion of his research investigates molten metal catalysts for methane pyrolysis and dry reforming, with applications in hydrogen production and carbon capture. His publications demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach combining chemical engineering, materials science, and environmental engineering to address climate change challenges through innovative catalytic processes. Dr. Upham actively mentors a diverse group of graduate students and researchers. His lab currently includes multiple PhD and MASc students working on various aspects of catalysis and clean energy: PhD Students: Mark Tabbara, Genpei Cai, Natascha Miederhoff MASc Students: Michael Byun, Sawyer d'Entremont, Rami Jubeili, Wyatt Schnare Postdoctoral researcher: Sonit Balyan Multiple undergraduate and visiting students from institutions worldwide The Upham Lab operates within UBC's Catalysis Labs, utilizing advanced experimental techniques to study reaction mechanisms and develop new catalysts. The lab's research has significant implications for decarbonizing the energy and chemical sectors, with potential applications in hydrogen production, carbon fiber manufacturing, and CO 2 -to-fuels technologies.

King Man SiuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Smart Grids
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Dr. King Man Siu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of North Texas, College of Engineering. He established the Power Electronics and Renewable Energy (PERE) Lab in February 2022, focusing on power electronics technologies for renewable energy, smart grids, and electric vehicle applications. University: University of North Texas School: College of Engineering Department: Electrical Engineering Research Interests: Dr. Siu specializes in power electronics, renewable energy systems, and smart grid technologies. His work addresses challenges in: Efficient energy conversion for solar and battery systems Grid integration of electric vehicles and renewable sources Advanced inverter design for residential and industrial applications Reduction of magnetic components in power converters Reactive power management and circuit breaker development Modular solutions for DC distribution and rural electrification Publication Trends: His research emphasizes optimizing power electronics through innovative topologies (e.g., Manitoba inverters, interleaved totem-pole converters) and materials (e.g., SiC MOSFETs). Key areas include energy efficiency in photovoltaic systems, smart grid stability, and DC microgrid interconnection strategies. Contact: Email: Kingman.Siu@unt.edu Office: Discovery Park B233

• Combustion Engineering
• Alternative Fuels
• Hydrogen Energy
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Terese Løvås serves as Vice Dean of Research and Innovation at the Faculty of Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), where she leads strategic development of research and innovation activities. She concurrently holds the position of Professor of Combustion and Thermodynamics within the Department of Energy and Process Engineering. Her leadership responsibilities include oversight of Centers of Excellence, Horizon Europe projects, and PhD researcher training. Her research focuses on combustion engineering and alternative fuel technologies , particularly investigating ammonia and hydrogen combustion for zero-emission engines, biomass gasification processes, and reactive multiphase flow modeling. She heads the Engine Lab at NTNU and teaches Thermodynamics, Heat, and Combustion courses. Her work bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation in sustainable energy systems. Løvås actively contributes to major research initiatives including LowEmission (SFI center), ACTIVATE (ammonia-powered agricultural vehicles), AMAZE (ammonia zero-emission), and CAHEMA (marine ammonia/hydrogen engines). Her publications reveal strong trends in ammonia combustion chemistry , emissions reduction , and advanced computational modeling for sustainable fuel systems, with increasing focus on nitrogen oxide formation mechanisms and dual-fuel strategies. Member of the Board of Directors, Combustion Institute (2022–present) Joint Editor, Proceedings of the Combustion Institute (2019–present) Alumni Fellow in Engineering, Churchill College, Cambridge University As Vice Dean, she manages NTNU's Research and Innovation Committee and represents the faculty in NTNU's Research and Innovation Committee. She supervises multiple PhD candidates and leads international collaborations through projects funded by the Norwegian Research Council, Nordic Energy Research, and EU programs. Her laboratory work focuses on optical engine diagnostics and advanced combustion testing. Løvås maintains active industry engagement through her leadership in the ComKin Research Group and membership in the Institute of Physics and Scandinavian-Nordic Section of the Combustion Institute. Her current work emphasizes practical implementation of ammonia-fueled engine technologies for marine and agricultural applications.

Shahab MehraeenView profile

Professor

• Power Systems Stability
• Renewable Energies
• Smart Grid
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Dr. Shahab Mehraeen is a Professor and holder of the Newton B Thomas Professorship in the Division of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Louisiana State University's College of Engineering. He directs the Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Laboratory, focusing on power systems stability, renewable energies integration, smart grid technologies, energy conversion, and nonlinear/adaptive/decentralized control systems. His research explores innovative solutions for modern power grids, including hybrid AC-DC systems, microgrid stability, and advanced protection mechanisms. He has developed experimental testbeds like the IEEE 14-bus power system and DC microgrid setups for validating control algorithms. Dr. Mehraeen's publications demonstrate consistent focus on renewable integration, grid protection, and smart grid innovations with recent emphasis on DC circuit breakers and co-simulation techniques. His work integrates theoretical development with practical implementation. Research Areas Power systems stability and control Renewable energy grid integration Smart grid technologies Microgrid design and optimization Advanced circuit protection systems Awards and Recognition National Science Foundation CAREER Award recipient Holder of a US patent for infrastructure inspection and rehabilitation Research Team Leads a team of 11 graduate students working on projects related to power systems, renewable energy integration, and smart grid technologies.

Eleodor NichitaView profile

Associate Professor

• Nuclear Reactor Design
• Neutron and Radiation Transport
• Reactor Kinetics and Control
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Dr. Eleodor Nichita is an Associate Professor in the Department of Energy and Nuclear Engineering at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), part of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. He holds a PhD in Nuclear Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology (USA) and additional degrees from McMaster University and the University of Bucharest. His research focuses on neutron transport, reactor kinetics, advanced nuclear reactor design, and radionuclide production. He teaches a wide range of courses including reactor physics, neutron detectors, and medical imaging applications of radiation. Education: PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, United States MS in Health Physics, Georgia Institute of Technology MS in Medical Physics, McMaster University BS in Engineering Physics, University of Bucharest, Romania Research interests emphasize mathematical modeling for nuclear systems, neutronic design of advanced reactors, and production of medical isotopes like Mo-99. His work addresses reactor safety, lattice homogenization techniques, and SCWR (supercritical water-cooled reactor) dynamics. Over 50 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters reflect his contributions to CANDU reactor analysis, PHWR fuel bundle design, and educational innovations in nuclear engineering. Advising and grants: While specific student names are not listed, his extensive teaching portfolio (including graduate-level reactor physics courses) indicates active mentoring. Research grants likely support his work on reactor kinetics and SCWR technology. Lab affiliations: His research is conducted through the Energy Systems and Nuclear Science Research Centre (ERC) at UOIT, focusing on numerical methods and experimental validation for reactor analysis.

Robert M. Weikle, IIView profile

Professor

• Millimeter-wave electronics
• Terahertz technology
• Applied electromagnetics
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Robert M. Weikle, II is a Professor in the Charles L. Brown Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Virginia, with a courtesy appointment in the Department of Physics. He earned his B.S. from Rice University (1986), M.S. (1987), and Ph.D. (1992) in Electrical Engineering from Caltech, followed by postdoctoral work at Chalmers University of Technology (1992). His research focuses on millimeter-wave and terahertz electronics , applied electromagnetics, integrated antennas, low-noise sensors, and heterogeneous integration of compound semiconductors. His work bridges electronics and photonics for spectrum access, with applications in astronomy, spectroscopy, and metrology. He has published extensively on micromachined silicon substrates, superconducting materials, and emerging technologies. Scientific Awards: IEEE Microwave Prize (1993) David A. Harrison III Award (1999) University of Virginia All-University Outstanding Teaching Award (2000) Edlich-Henderson Innovator of the Year (2016) Fulbright Scholar (2001) As Chief Technology Officer and co-founder of Dominion Microprobes, Inc., he commercializes micromachined wafer probes for high-frequency metrology. His lab, located in E220 Thornton Hall and the Jesse W. Beams Physics Building, has produced 15+ recent publications on submillimeter-wave devices, THz probes, and calibration techniques.

Judy HartView profile

Associate Professor

• Renewable Energy Materials
• Photocatalysis
• Solar Cells
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Associate Professor Judy Hart is a materials scientist at the School of Materials Science & Engineering, UNSW Sydney , specializing in the development of semiconducting materials for renewable energy applications. Her work integrates computational (DFT) and experimental approaches to understand composition-property relationships in systems like solid solutions , heterostructures , and doped materials for photocatalysis and solar cells . She leads projects funded by ARC Discovery and Linkage grants , including work on photo-electro-catalysis systems and stabilizing ceramic materials . Education: PhD in Materials Engineering (Monash University, 2007), BEng (Materials) (Monash, 2002) Professional Experience: Senior Lecturer (UNSW, 2017–), Lecturer (UNSW, 2013–2017), University of Bristol (2007–2012) Research Interests Her research focuses on designing materials for renewable energy , particularly photoelectrochemical water splitting and organic oxidation reactions . Key areas include Density Functional Theory (DFT) , defect engineering , band gap tuning , and nanostructured materials . She investigates ferroelectric polarization effects , metal oxide heterostructures , and stability of battery components , with applications in hydrogen production , CO2 conversion , and advanced battery materials . Scientific Awards Ramsay Memorial Fellowship (University of Bristol, 2007–2009) Teaching Contributions She is co-author of the 1st Australian & New Zealand edition of "Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction" , and teaches courses on computational materials science , corrosion-resistant surfaces , mechanical behavior of metals , and materials design .

• Nuclear Engineering
• Reactor Physics
• Particle Physics
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Adriaan Buijs is a Professor in the Engineering Physics Department at McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada. He previously held roles at Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) from 2001 to 2008, including Senior Scientist and Section Head for neutronic overpower protection in CANDU reactors. Education: Master’s and PhD in Experimental Physics from Utrecht University , with research at Stanford Linear Accelerator Center . Academic History: Fellow and Staff Member at CERN (1986–1994), then Full Professor at Utrecht University (1994–2001). Research Interests : Nuclear Engineering : Specializing in Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Canadian Supercritical Water-Cooled Reactors (SCWR) . Reactor Physics : Focused on neutron transport calculations , gamma heating estimation , and safety analysis for reactor systems. Particle Physics : Past contributions include studies on photon-photon collisions , charmonium states , and supersymmetric particles at CERN and LEP. Publications include work on nuclear reactor simulations , fuel cycle assessments , and Monte Carlo methods for reactor kinetics. He has served as Associate Chair and Acting Chair in his department.

Anna KorreView profile

Professor

• Environmental Engineering
• Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
• Sustainability Strategy
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Professor Anna Korre is a leading academic in Environmental Engineering at Imperial College London's Faculty of Engineering. She serves as Associate Provost (Sustainability) and held the role of Co-Director of Energy Futures Lab (2018-2024). Her primary affiliation is with the Department of Earth Science & Engineering, where she leads the Minerals, Energy and Environmental Engineering Research Group. Her research focuses on risk modeling, environmental impact assessments, and engineering solutions for sustainable resource production and decarbonization. Key areas include carbon capture and storage (CCS), geothermal energy, and life cycle analysis of industrial systems. Affiliations: Energy Futures Lab, Institute for Molecular Science & Engineering, Minerals, Energy and Environmental Engineering Group Committee Roles: Chair of Earth Science & Engineering Sustainability Committee, member of University Sustainability Strategy Committee Her work integrates computational modeling, artificial intelligence, and multi-disciplinary collaboration to address global energy challenges. Over 150+ peer-reviewed publications and high-impact projects funded by UKRI, EU, and industry partners demonstrate her leadership in advancing sustainable technologies. She has appeared in media including BBC's The Life Scientific podcast discussing carbon capture innovations. Research highlights include optimizing CO2 storage networks, assessing geothermal reservoir risks, and evaluating lithium production sustainability. She champions industry-academia partnerships to translate research into real-world decarbonization solutions.

• Power Electronics
• Power Systems
• Renewable Energy Integration
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Massimo Bongiorno is an Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering at Chalmers University of Technology. He holds a Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering from the University of Palermo (2002) and earned his Licentiate and PhD from Chalmers University. His research focuses on power electronics applications in power systems, particularly grid-forming converter systems, power quality, and renewable energy integration. MSc in Electronics Engineering (University of Palermo, 2002) Licentiate and PhD (Chalmers University of Technology) Research interests include: Power electronics in power systems Grid-forming converter stability Renewable energy integration Modular multilevel converter design Small-signal and large-signal stability analysis Energy storage system applications Recent publications highlight trends in: Converter control strategies for grid stability Dynamic modeling of power electronics systems Applications in offshore wind and hydro microgrids Impedance analysis and resonance mitigation Advanced fault ride-through techniques Multi-terminal HVDC grid control

• Autonomous Vehicles
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Robotics
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Miguel Ángel Sotelo Vázquez is a full Professor at the University of Alcalá, leading the INVETT Research Group (Intelligent Vehicles and Traffic Technologies). He holds the Department of Automatic Control and specializes in autonomous systems, particularly in path planning, sensor fusion, and human-vehicle interaction. His research integrates machine learning, robotics, and control theory to address challenges in intelligent transportation systems. He earned his Ph.D. in 2001 with a thesis on autonomous vehicle navigation in partially known environments. His work emphasizes real-world deployment, explainable AI, and safety-critical systems. Recent projects focus on lane change prediction, pedestrian behavior modeling, and cybersecurity for autonomous systems. Key contributions include neuro-symbolic frameworks for decision-making, real-time multi-physics field reconstruction, and cross-cultural studies of pedestrian interactions. He collaborates internationally on urban mobility resilience and hydrogen refueling infrastructure. Research Highlights : Development of knowledge graph-based prediction architectures Experimental validation of human-vehicle interaction in VR environments Creation of the SCOUT trajectory prediction framework

Khurram K. AfridiView profile

Professor

• Wireless Power Transfer
• Power Electronics
• Electric Vehicle Charging Systems
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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.