Alireza Rezaniakolaei

Alireza Rezaniakolaei is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Thermal Engineering department within the Faculty of Engineering and Science. His research focuses on low-power energy harvesting, thermoelectric systems, and biomedical energy applications. He leads several projects on piezoelectric and thermoelectric energy harvesting for medical devices like leadless pacemakers, and has contributed to improving thermal efficiency in heating systems and industrial waste heat recovery.

Key projects include the development of self-powered cardiac pacemakers using in vivo heart motion and optimizing thermoelectric generators for low-temperature applications. His work integrates experimental and numerical methods to enhance energy conversion efficiency in both biomedical and industrial contexts. Over 120 publications reflect his expertise in renewable energy systems, material science, and energy management.

Notable collaborations involve the design of magnetic heart valves and experimental animal studies for valvular heart disease treatments. His research bridges engineering disciplines, addressing challenges in sustainable energy and medical device innovation.