Monica Bian

Dr. Monica Bian serves as a Senior Research Associate at the University of New South Wales within the School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering. She is also affiliated with the Centre for Energy and Environmental Markets (CEEM), where she leads analytical work on Project CICCADA (Consumer Energy Resources Integration, Compliance and Curtailment Assessment and Data Analysis).

Her academic credentials include:

• PhD in Computer Science from the University of Auckland
• M.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Auckland

Her research centers on applying Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning frameworks to model and forecast distributed energy resource behavior, with emphasis on statistical analysis of consumer energy patterns. This work directly supports grid integration challenges in renewable energy systems.

Key research domains:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Statistical Methods
• Energy Forecasting
• Distributed Energy Resources
• Consumer Energy Resources
• Renewable Energy

Prior to her current role, Dr. Bian held Research Fellow and Lecturer positions at the University of Sydney and University of Adelaide. Her UNSW role focuses exclusively on research without specified teaching or advising duties.

She operates within CEEM's research ecosystem, driving data analysis initiatives for Project CICCADA to address compliance and curtailment challenges in modern energy markets.