Pedro Nardelli

Pedro Nardelli is a Full Professor (tenured) of IoT in Energy Systems at the LUT School of Energy Systems, Lappeenranta University of Technology (Finland). He holds a double doctoral degree in electrical engineering from the University of Campinas (Brazil) and communications engineering from the University of Oulu (Finland). As a Docent in Information Processing and Communications Strategies for Energy Systems, he leads research in cyber-physical systems, smart grids, and 6G-enabled energy networks.

Research Interests: His work focuses on integrating IoT, AI, and communication technologies into energy systems. Key areas include cyber-physical systems, UAV-enabled networks, sustainable energy management, and cybersecurity in critical infrastructure. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in the green-digital transition.

Projects & Leadership: He is Principal Investigator for projects such as 'Energy-Conscious Operation: Network Efficiency for Wireless Sustainability' (2024–2026) and coordinates the Finnish-Brazilian AI and 5G training program. Past roles include leadership in the 'Hydrogen and Carbon Value Chains in Green Electrification' initiative (2021–2024).

Publications: Recent work explores topics like hybrid optimal power flow models, UAV-IRS NOMA systems, and energy-centric analysis. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, emphasizing sustainability and resilience in energy networks.

Labs & Teams: Leads the IoT Solutions group within LUT's MORE SIM research platform, focusing on simulation-driven innovation for energy systems.