Joe H. Chow

Joe H. Chow is an Institute Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Systems Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). He is affiliated with the Center for Future Energy Systems (CFES) and the Center for Materials, Devices, and Integrated Systems (CMDIS).

• BSEE and B.Math, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis-St. Paul
• M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Chow’s research focuses on power system dynamics and control, with specializations in synchrophasor technology, control of renewable resources, voltage stability analysis, and computational tools for large-scale power systems. His work addresses challenges in grid resilience, stability enhancement, and real-time monitoring for systems with high renewable penetration.

His recent publications emphasize data-driven modeling techniques, oscillation source detection, inertia assessment, and stability control strategies for power systems. These works span applications of machine learning, signal processing, and mathematical optimization to ensure grid reliability.

• 1992 IEEE Fellow for contributions to control systems
• 2017 US National Academy of Engineering (NAE) member
• 2020 Foreign Fellow, Chinese Society of Electrical Engineering
• 2014 IEEE Charles Concordia Power System Engineering Award
• 2022 IEEE Outstanding Power Engineering Education Award

Chow contributes to power systems through leadership in the ALSET Lab, which develops precise timing and communication solutions for digital power grids. His work bridges academic research and practical industry applications, particularly in renewable energy integration and grid stability.