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Professor Martin Foster is a faculty member at the University of Sheffield's School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, specializing in energy storage and power electronics. He holds a PhD from the University of Sheffield (2003) and has been a Professor since 2016. His research focuses on power electronic energy conversion, battery management systems, thermal modeling, and grid-connected energy storage. Notable projects include the FEVER initiative for off-grid EV charging and the Willenhall Energy Storage Systems facility. He has collaborated with industry partners like Nissan and Siemens, contributing to innovations in EV power electronics and wind energy technologies. He leads the Power Devices & Systems research group and teaches courses in power electronics and analog/digital electronics.
His work spans EPSRC-funded projects such as FPET (piezoelectric resonant power supplies) and TransEnergy (railway energy storage). He is a founder of the Centre for Research in Electrical Energy Storage and Applications. His research interests include multilevel converters, piezoelectric transformers, and high-voltage power supplies for plasma chemistry applications. Recent publications highlight advancements in resonant converter design, battery energy storage systems, and condition monitoring for power devices.
Awards and recognitions are not explicitly listed, but his extensive industry collaborations and leadership roles reflect his expertise. He advises on energy storage integration, grid technologies, and sustainable transportation systems. His contributions to both academic and applied research bridge theoretical advancements and practical industrial solutions in electrical engineering.
