Shahab Mehraeen

Dr. Shahab Mehraeen is a Professor and holder of the Newton B Thomas Professorship in the Division of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Louisiana State University's College of Engineering. He directs the Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Laboratory, focusing on power systems stability, renewable energies integration, smart grid technologies, energy conversion, and nonlinear/adaptive/decentralized control systems.

His research explores innovative solutions for modern power grids, including hybrid AC-DC systems, microgrid stability, and advanced protection mechanisms. He has developed experimental testbeds like the IEEE 14-bus power system and DC microgrid setups for validating control algorithms.

Dr. Mehraeen's publications demonstrate consistent focus on renewable integration, grid protection, and smart grid innovations with recent emphasis on DC circuit breakers and co-simulation techniques. His work integrates theoretical development with practical implementation.

Research Areas

• Power systems stability and control
• Renewable energy grid integration
• Smart grid technologies
• Microgrid design and optimization
• Advanced circuit protection systems

Awards and Recognition

• National Science Foundation CAREER Award recipient
• Holder of a US patent for infrastructure inspection and rehabilitation

Research Team

Leads a team of 11 graduate students working on projects related to power systems, renewable energy integration, and smart grid technologies.