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Joseph Muiruri KaranjaView profile

Lecturer

• Biodiversity Conservation
• Environmental Sustainability
• Climate Change Resilience
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Joseph Muiruri Karanja serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Environmental Studies, Geography and Agriculture at Maasai Mara University, Kenya, where he leads research on community-driven environmental resilience and conservation strategies within pastoral landscapes. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Sustainable Environmental Studies from University of Tsukuba, Japan M.S. in Sustainability Science from United Nations University, Japan Bachelor's degree in Disaster Management and International Diplomacy from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya Dr. Karanja's research investigates the complex interplay between biodiversity conservation, climate adaptation, and social stability in East African rangelands. His work critically examines how wildlife conservancies influence human-wildlife coexistence, land tenure security, and peacebuilding processes, with particular focus on Kenya's pastoral communities where 65% of national wildlife resides. He employs interdisciplinary approaches bridging ecological science, political economy, and community engagement to address Sustainable Development Goals 10, 15, and 16. Analysis of his 11 publications (2017-2019) reveals consistent thematic focus on nature-based solutions for conservation challenges. Key trends include ecosystem service valuation (particularly mangroves for flood control), Ramsar Convention implementation barriers, transboundary wildlife management, and gender dimensions of land rights. His scholarship demonstrates strong policy relevance, directly informing Kenya's Community Land Act (2016) and Wildlife Conservation Management Act (2013). Dr. Karanja successfully completed the IPRA Foundation's Senesh Fellowship project examining conservancy impacts on peacebuilding in pastoral counties. His findings highlight regional disparities in conservancy outcomes—southern rangelands show improved human-wildlife coexistence while northern areas face land rights violations and revenue disputes—providing critical evidence for equitable conservation governance.

Andrea BlascoView profile

Research Fellow

• Industrial Organization
• Economics of Innovation
• Media Economics
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Andrea Blasco is a Research Fellow at the Institute of Quantitative Social Science (IQSS) at Harvard University, affiliated with the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard (LISH) . He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Bologna and a Master M2 from Toulouse School of Economics. Education: PhD in Economics, University of Bologna Master M2, Toulouse School of Economics Research Interests: Andrea’s work bridges Industrial Organization, Economics of Innovation, and Behavioral Economics, focusing on the intersection of R&D, intellectual property rights, and media economics. Recent publications highlight his expertise in EU Mission engagement, energy policy, and migration narratives. Key Article Trends: His 15 most recent publications (2025–2010) span EU policy engagement, energy efficiency strategies, behavioral interventions for refugee solidarity, AI in education, and media economics. Themes include experimental design, open innovation, and policy evaluation across academic, governmental, and industrial contexts. Labs & Teams: Andrea contributes to LISH at Harvard, advancing research on innovation science through interdisciplinary collaborations.

• Distributed Systems
• Blockchain Technology
• Middleware Integration
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Julian Kalinowski is a researcher at the University of Hamburg's Department of Computer Science within the Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics, and Natural Sciences (MIN). His work focuses on distributed systems, blockchain technology, and middleware integration for mobile environments. Key projects include Jadex BDI Agent System and the cadeia initiative for distributed code execution in information markets. PhD candidate in Computer Science Email: kalinowski@informatik.uni-hamburg.de Room F510, Office hours by appointment Research interests span decentralized information markets, blockchain compliance (e.g., GDPR), and mobile middleware optimization. His 2015 best paper award at MATES conference highlights contributions to agent platform customization. Publications from 2012-2020 reveal trends in blockchain applications, smart grid optimization, and IoT security. Supervised 9 student theses covering decentralized billing, smart home systems, and localization technologies. Key awards: Best Paper Award (MATES-2015).

Khaled Al JaafariView profile

Assistant Professor

• Transportation electrification
• Power quality studies
• Power system protection
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Dr. Khaled Al Jaafari is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Khalifa University's College of Engineering. He received his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the Petroleum Institute (Abu Dhabi) with distinction in 2006 and 2011, followed by a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Texas A&M University in 2016. Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas A&M University (2016) M.Sc., Electrical Engineering, Petroleum Institute (2011) B.Sc., Electrical Engineering, Petroleum Institute (2006) His research focuses on transportation electrification, power quality studies, power system protection, and electric machine design. He has contributed to innovations in DC-DC converters, predictive battery control systems, and grid-tied power electronics for renewable energy applications. Dr. Al Jaafari's recent publications demonstrate expertise in power electronics, electric vehicle systems, and control algorithms. He has co-authored works on bidirectional DC-DC converters, predictive control systems, and harmonic mitigation strategies. Sheikh Rashid Award for Outstanding Scientific Achievement (2018) ADEK Fund (Dhs 300,000) (2019) KU-KAIST Joint Research Award (Dhs 2,760,000) (2019) Virtual Research Institute Fund (Dhs 54,256,974) (2022) He has supervised students including Iehab Talal Mohamed Ahmed Suliman (MSc) and Hamdihun Abdie Dawed (PhD). His work involves collaborations through the Advanced Power and Energy Center at Khalifa University.

• Electrical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Electric Motor Control
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Prof. Dr. Petar Matić is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering , University of Banja Luka, specializing in electric motor control, power systems optimization, and renewable energy integration. He has led numerous national and international research projects, including "Unapredjenje sistema obnovljive energije u Jadransko-jonskom regionu kroz koriscenje digitalnih blizanaca" (2024–2027) and "Digital Position Control System with a BLDC Motor Using Field Oriented Control" (2023). His work focuses on improving energy efficiency, fault detection, and control algorithms in electrical systems. Research Interests: Optimization of induction and synchronous motor drives, renewable energy hybrid systems, magnetic field-based fault detection, and smart grid technologies. Projects: Led EU-funded INTERREG project (€225,000+), multiple Ministry of Science-funded initiatives, and industry collaborations with ABB. Publications: Over 25 peer-reviewed articles in IEEE, IET, and regional journals, including key works on BLDC motor control, transformer hot-spot temperature modeling, and fault passage indicators. Infrastructure: Developed laboratory setups like VEKTRA test bench for control algorithm verification and magnetic field-based fault detection systems.

• Power Electronics
• Control Systems
• Power System Stability
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Jon Are Wold Suul serves as an Associate Professor II at the Department of Technical Cybernetics within the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He also maintains a dual role as a researcher at SINTEF Energy, specifically at the Gløshaugen campus. His academic appointment focuses on control of maritime power conversion systems, bridging theoretical research with practical applications in energy systems. Dr. Suul earned his PhD from NTNU's Department of Electrical Power Engineering, establishing a strong foundation in power systems and control theory that informs his current research trajectory. His educational background has positioned him at the intersection of electrical engineering and cybernetics, with particular expertise in power electronics applications. Dr. Suul's research spans multiple critical areas in modern power systems, with particular emphasis on power electronics control and energy conversion systems . His work addresses fundamental challenges in grid stability through advanced control of virtual synchronous machines and power oscillation damping. He has made significant contributions to wireless power transfer technologies, particularly for electric vehicle charging applications, where his research on inductive power transfer systems has advanced efficiency and reliability under varying coupling conditions. His maritime power conversion research supports the electrification of shipping through innovative shore-to-ship charging solutions. Analysis of Dr. Suul's recent publications reveals a strong focus on power system stability in the context of increasing power electronic interfaced generation. His work bridges theoretical control methods with practical power system applications, particularly in grid-forming converter technologies, wireless power transfer systems, and maritime electrification. The research demonstrates consistent innovation in control algorithms for power electronic converters, with growing emphasis on system-level integration challenges as renewable energy penetration increases. Dr. Suul actively supervises graduate students, with documented master's thesis supervision in areas including drone propulsion systems and electric motor control. His collaborative research approach is evident through extensive co-authorship with colleagues from NTNU, SINTEF, and international institutions. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, his productive publication record across multiple journals suggests successful research funding. Through his dual affiliation with NTNU and SINTEF Energy, Dr. Suul operates within a robust research ecosystem focused on energy conversion technologies. His work with SINTEF Energy at Gløshaugen provides access to advanced laboratory facilities for testing power electronic systems, while his academic position enables training of next-generation engineers in these critical technologies.

• Renewable Energy
• Solar Cell Technology
• Smart Grids
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Dr. Firdaus Muhammad Sukki is an Associate Professor at Edinburgh Napier University's School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment, specializing in renewable energy systems, solar cell technology, and smart grid development. With a strong research portfolio spanning photovoltaics, wind energy, and sustainable development applications, he contributes significantly to the university's Transport Research Innovation Centre. His research interests focus on renewable energy technologies , particularly dye-sensitized solar cells using natural materials like fungal dyes, smart grid integration , and wind turbine structural modeling . His work addresses critical sustainability challenges through innovative approaches to energy harvesting, storage, and distribution systems. His research group explores the intersection of bio-based materials and energy conversion technologies, with particular emphasis on sustainable solutions for developing regions. Dr. Muhammad Sukki's recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward natural and sustainable materials for energy applications , with significant work on mushroom-based dyes for solar cells and agrivoltaic systems. His research spans both theoretical modeling and practical implementation, with projects addressing energy solutions for Sub-Saharan Africa and Scotland. The breadth of his work connects fundamental materials science with real-world energy challenges. As a research supervisor, he serves as second supervisor for PhD candidates including Magnus Bichan working on structural modeling of electrical generators for offshore renewable energy and Abubakar Suleiman researching solar energy systems in Nigeria. His current projects include "Accelerating Transformative Technology for Sustainable Clean Energy Development" funded by the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (£359,983) and "Fungal Innovations for Synergy of Zero Hunger and Affordable Energy" funded by the Royal Society of Edinburgh (£65,000). His work connects with the Transport Research Innovation Centre and focuses on sustainable energy solutions that address climate change challenges while promoting economic development in both developed and developing contexts. His interdisciplinary approach bridges engineering, environmental science, and sustainable development goals.

• Microwave resonator systems
• Mathematical modeling
• Optimization of microwave systems
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Serhiy Serhiyovych Samoilyk is an Associate Professor at the Department of Radio Engineering and Telecommunications within the Faculty of Information Security and Electronic Communications at Zaporizhzhia National Technical University. He has been active at the university since 2007 and holds the academic degree of Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, which he obtained in 2019 with a thesis on waveguide-resonator systems. His primary research focuses on microwave resonator systems, mathematical modeling, and optimization of microwave systems. He teaches a diverse range of courses including Service platforms of information systems, Fundamentals of graphic and geometric modeling, Modeling and optimization of systems and networks, and Telemedicine. His expertise spans both theoretical and applied aspects of radio engineering and telecommunications. Samoilyk's recent publications (2016-2024) demonstrate a strong trajectory in electromagnetic theory, microwave engineering, and emerging applications in telecommunications. His work shows a progression from fundamental electromagnetic modeling to practical applications in radar systems, wireless communications, and even interdisciplinary areas like telemedicine and payment systems. The publications reveal consistent contributions to both Ukrainian and international scientific communities. He maintains active research collaborations, as evidenced by his co-authorship on numerous papers across different domains. His work bridges traditional radio engineering with modern applications in IoT, blockchain, and assistive technologies, demonstrating adaptability to evolving technological landscapes. Samoilyk has taught various courses related to radio engineering, circuit design, and communications technology, contributing to the education of future engineers at the university. His academic journey from graduation in 2004 to becoming an Associate Professor reflects dedication to both research and teaching in his field.

Vladica MijailovićView profile

Professor

• Electrical Power Engineering
• High-voltage Systems
• Power Systems Reliability
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Prof. Dr. Vladica Mijailović is a Full Professor at the Department of Electrical Power Engineering , Faculty of Technical Sciences in Čačak , University of Kragujevac . With a career spanning over three decades since 1991, his expertise lies in power systems reliability, high-voltage installations, and modern maintenance techniques for electrical infrastructure. He has led multiple technological development projects funded by the Ministry of Science and Environmental Protection, focusing on distribution networks and renewable energy integration. B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (University of Belgrade, 1991) M.Sc. (1995) and Ph.D. (1999) in Electrical Power Engineering Research focuses on reliability of electrical distribution systems , monitoring and diagnostics of HV switchgears , and distributed energy sources . His work emphasizes probabilistic models for maintenance planning and spare parts optimization. Recent publications analyze short-circuit currents in hybrid networks with induction/synchronous generators and energy storage systems. Key projects include collaboration with ETI Nikola Tesla Beograd and Elektroprivreda Srbija, addressing technical losses, fault analysis, and sustainable grid modernization. He has authored 9 textbooks and monographs, including Distributed Energy Sources: Principles and Operational Aspects (2011) and Distributed Energy Sources and Distribution Systems (2019). Co-authored works appear in journals like Electric Power Systems Research and Electrical Engineering (Springer) .

• Life Cycle Assessment
• Circular Economy
• Smart Energy Systems
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Dr. Kasun Hewage is a Full Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus, where he holds the FortisBC Smart Energy Chair and serves as Associate Director of the UBC Clean Energy Research Centre. He directs the Life Cycle Management Laboratory, Canada’s only dedicated facility in this field. With a PhD in Project Management from the University of Calgary and a BScEng from the University of Moratuwa, his multidisciplinary expertise spans infrastructure sustainability, energy systems, and construction optimization. His research integrates lifecycle thinking across four key domains: Building Performance Enhancement : Energy efficiency retrofits and emissions reduction Clean Technology : Renewable energy integration and waste-to-energy solutions Policy Implementation : BC Energy STEP Code adoption frameworks Smart Grids : Electric vehicles for demand-side management Current projects include micro carbon capture systems, urban resilience planning, and sustainable transportation. His scholarly work emphasizes practical applications, with recent publications exploring blockchain-enabled supply chains, machine learning for energy retrofits, hydrogen infrastructure, and flood-resilient urban design. Research consistently addresses decarbonization, circular economy principles, and climate adaptation in built environments. Honors include fellowships with the Engineering Institute of Canada (FEIC) and Canadian Society for Civil Engineering (FCSCE). As graduate supervisor, he mentors emerging researchers in sustainable infrastructure development. His industry collaborations with FortisBC, municipalities, and energy firms have yielded decision-support tools for low-carbon transitions.

Prateek MittalView profile

Professor

• Privacy-preserving systems
• Secure systems
• Privacy enhancing technologies
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Prateek Mittal is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Princeton University, with associated faculty appointments in the Department of Computer Science and the Center for Information Technology Policy. His leadership roles include Associate Chair of the ECE Department (2025) and Director of Undergraduate Studies (2025), demonstrating his significant institutional impact. Mittal's research focuses on privacy-preserving and secure systems, with particular expertise in privacy enhancing technologies (including anonymous communications and statistical data privacy), adversarial machine learning, and Internet/network security. His methodological approach draws on data science, network science, distributed systems, and applied cryptography. He has made foundational contributions to website fingerprinting research, developing precision optimizers that revolutionized open-world traffic analysis attacks. His recent publications reveal a strategic shift toward examining security and privacy challenges in large language models and AI systems, with research on context manipulation attacks, privacy auditing frameworks, and robust defenses against adversarial inputs. This represents a natural evolution of his work from traditional network security to the frontier of AI security. Outstanding Paper Award and Honorable Mention, ICLR 2025 ACM Distinguished Member (2024) Distinguished Alumni Awards from IIT Guwahati and UIUC (2024) ACM Grace Murray Hopper Award (2023) Multiple Caspar Bowden Award Runner Up recognitions (2020-2022) National Science Foundation CAREER Award (2016) Professor Mittal has received consistent recognition for teaching excellence through Princeton Engineering's Commendation List in multiple years. His research program has been supported by prestigious funding from ARO, ONR, NSF, and industry partners including Google, Facebook, IBM, Intel, and Cisco. He serves in significant leadership roles including Deputy Chair of the ACM Grace Murray Hopper Award Committee (2025-2026) and Editorial Board member for Privacy Enhancing Technologies.

Khaled Abdel HarfoushView profile

Associate Professor

• Computer Networking
• Internet Measurements
• Peer-to-Peer Systems
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Khaled Abdel Harfoush is an Associate Professor at North Carolina State University, affiliated with the College of Engineering and Department of Computer Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Boston University (2002) and earned his M.Sc. and B.Sc. from Alexandria University, Egypt. Education: Ph.D. (2002), M.Sc. (1995), B.Sc. (1992) in Computer Science His research spans computer networking, internet measurements, peer-to-peer systems, and routing protocols, with significant contributions to network security and quantum key distribution. His work addresses censorship resistance, blockchain infrastructure, vehicular network reliability, and wireless sensing. Recent publications analyze censorship techniques, decentralized network vulnerabilities, and protocol optimizations. He received the prestigious National Science Foundation Faculty Early CAREER Award (2004) and Best Paper Award (2006) for his work in virtualization and grid management. Scientific Awards: National Science Foundation Faculty Early CAREER Award (2004) Best Paper Award, IFIP/IEEE International Workshop on End-to-End Virtualization and Grid Management (2006) He has secured multiple grants including Fulbright Junior Faculty Development Program funding (2022) and research grants from NCSU Institute for Next Generation IT Systems for WLAN security and congestion control projects.

Ehab ShoubakiView profile

Researcher

• Power Systems
• Distributed Energy Resources
• Control Systems
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Dr. Ehab Shoubaki is a Researcher at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte , specifically associated with the Duke Energy Smart Grid Laboratory at EPIC. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Central Florida (2009) and has six years of industry experience as a Senior Controls Engineer at PetraSolar Inc. University: University of North Carolina at Charlotte Role: Lab Manager, Duke Energy Smart Grid Laboratory Email: eshoubak@charlotte.edu His research focuses on cooperative controls and protection mechanisms for distributed power electronics-based energy resources (DERs) , emphasizing their impact on power distribution networks. He has authored/co-authored over 20 publications, with recent work addressing real-time co-simulation, grid-forming inverters, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing for renewable energy integration. Key Research Areas: Smart Grids, Distributed Energy Resources, Power Systems, Control Systems, Power Electronics His technical contributions in co-simulation testbeds, virtual synchronous machines, and solid-state circuit breakers highlight his expertise in advancing grid stability and reliability through innovative power electronics design.

John FletcherView profile

Professor

• Electrical Engineering
• Power Engineering
• Renewable Energy
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Professor John Fletcher is a world-leading academic in electrical power engineering at the University of New South Wales' School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications. He serves as Director of the Digital Grid Futures Institute (appointed May 2022), UNSW's Director of the NSW Government's Electrification and Energy Systems Network, and leads the TRaCE-funded $2M Technology Translation Squad. His research portfolio totals $15 million with $4.7 million awarded since 2022. Fletcher's research focuses on electrical power engineering , with highly-cited works in HVDC and wind generation integration, multi-phase drive systems, and novel electrical machines. His expertise spans renewable energy integration, smart grids, power electronics, and electrical machines. He has made significant contributions to wind turbine technology, photovoltaic integration, and power semiconductors for energy applications. His publication record shows consistent high-impact output with 156 journal articles, demonstrating strength in renewable energy integration, power system stability, and advanced power electronics. His work shows increasing emphasis on practical implementation challenges of renewable energy systems and grid modernization. Fletcher has completed 56 PhD students throughout his career (12 in 2022-2025), making him the top professor in his school for PhD completions during that period. He has secured substantial funding including ARC Discovery Projects, DSTG Next Generation Technology Fund, CRC, CSIRO, ARENA, and CRC-P grants totaling $4.7 million. As an educator, he developed UNSW's first microcredential in Hydrogen engineering and manages a full teaching load with classes exceeding 380 students, receiving outstanding student feedback (myExperience scores 5.5 to 5.63). He also manages two VIP projects (Sunswift and Atomcraft). Fletcher actively engages with industry and government, representing UNSW's stake in electrification to high-level officials including Penny Sharpe, Grant King, Chris Bowen, Mary O'Kane, Paul Fletcher, and Victor Dominello, as well as presenting to the Board of the Climate Change Authority and delegations from AEMO, Pearcey Foundation, and CEFC.

Dawn SchraderView profile

Associate Professor

• moral development
• epistemology
• metacognition
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Dawn Schrader serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences. She holds affiliations with the Feminist, Gender and Sexuality Studies Program and Psychology departments. Her work bridges communication studies, moral psychology, and technology ethics, focusing on how digital environments shape human development and ethical decision-making across the lifespan. Dr. Schrader earned her EdD from Harvard University's Graduate School of Education in 1988 and a Master's Degree from The Ohio State University in 1982. Her educational background informs her interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex interplay between technology, cognition, and moral development. Schrader's research centers on the Action-Judgment-Awareness model, which examines how real-life choices (Action), cognitive frameworks (Judgment), and metacognitive awareness interact in moral contexts. She investigates privacy awareness, information sharing behaviors, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies including AI, robotics, and cybersecurity systems. Her work takes a lifespan developmental perspective, with particular emphasis on early adolescence through adulthood. Analysis of her publications reveals consistent focus on technology ethics, particularly privacy issues and moral decision-making in digital environments. Her work spans from theoretical explorations of moral cognition to practical applications for ethical AI development and privacy-aware system design. Recent publications increasingly address social justice implications of technology, including inclusion of people of color in digital spaces and autonomy concerns in surveillance contexts. Faculty Fellow (2018) Cornell University, Court Kay Bauer Residence Dr. Schrader teaches courses including COMM 4350: Communicating Leadership and Ethics, COMM 4300: Ethics in New Media, Technology, and Communication, and cross-listed courses like ASRC 1120/Wonder Women. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes creating supportive learning environments where students actively construct meaning through engagement with social psychological and socio-technical theories. She focuses on helping students connect theoretical concepts to real-world applications while fostering ethical reasoning and intellectual growth. As part of Cornell's Department of Communication research ecosystem, Schrader contributes to the department's work in technology and social media research areas. Her scholarship intersects with the Citizens and Technology Lab (CAT Lab) and other research groups examining how communication processes and systems influence social structures in technologically-mediated environments.