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Dr. Aparna Viswanath is an Instructional Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Houston's Cullen College of Engineering. She holds a B.E. in Electrical Engineering from Osmania University (India) and a Ph.D. from Nanyang Technological University (Singapore). Her research focuses on Power System Planning, Deregulated Power Markets, and Reliability Evaluation of Power Systems. Dr. Viswanath has over 11 years of academic experience, including a Lecturer position (equivalent to U.S. Assistant Professor) at the University of Newcastle (Australia/Singapore Campus). She secured a consultancy project titled 'Singapore Generation Reserve Margin Study' from the Singapore Energy Authority. Her work spans renewable energy integration, transmission planning optimization, and contingency management frameworks.
Education:
- B.E., Electrical Engineering, University College of Engineering, Osmania University, India
- Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Research interests emphasize advancing power grid reliability through innovative market mechanisms and renewable energy solutions. Key contributions include solar forecasting methodologies, capacity premium models for transmission expansion, and hybrid power market reliability frameworks. Recent publications (2018-2004) address topics like demand-side contingency management and Monte Carlo-based reliability evaluation in multi-bilateral markets.
Professional experience includes roles as a Graduate Engineer Apprentice at Electronics Corporation of India Ltd. and consultancy work with Singapore's energy sector. Her expertise bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in evolving energy markets.
