Antonello Monti is a Professor and Director of the Institute for Automation of Complex Power Systems at RWTH Aachen University. His research focuses on modern power systems, including smart grid technologies, hybrid AC-DC grids, and quantum computing applications in energy systems. Recent publications demonstrate innovations in grid resilience, EV charging optimization, quantum-assisted power system planning, and advanced simulation techniques. His team develops open-source tools like JuliaGrid for power system analysis and validates concepts through real-time testing platforms. Research addresses energy transition challenges including renewable integration, grid modernization, cyber-physical security, and next-generation optimization methods combining quantum computing with traditional power engineering approaches.
Dr. Kaushik Rajashekara is a Distinguished Professor of Engineering at the University of Houston, affiliated with the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering. He holds leadership roles in academic and industry research, including prior positions at the University of Texas at Dallas, Rolls-Royce, and Delphi Corporation. His expertise spans power electronics, transportation electrification, and renewable energy systems. Education: MBA, Indiana Wesleyan University, 1992 Ph.D., M.S., B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, 1984, 1977, 1974 B.S. in Science & Maths, Bangalore University, 1971 Research Interests: Power electronics and drive systems, subsea electrical systems, electric/hybrid vehicles, aircraft electrification, renewable energy, and microgrids. His work emphasizes sustainable energy solutions and advanced propulsion technologies. Awards: 2022 Global Energy Prize (highest international energy award) Member of U.S. National Academy of Engineering (2012) IEEE Medal for Environmental and Safety Technologies (2021) Multiple fellowships from IEEE, NAI, and SAE Grants & Advising: Extensive industry collaborations, including roles as Chief Technologist at Rolls-Royce and Chief Scientist at Delphi. His research focuses on cutting-edge technologies like flying cars and subsea power systems. Labs/Teams: Active in the PEMSEC lab at UH, advancing power electronics and energy systems. Collaborates globally on projects like offshore renewable energy integration and aircraft electrification.
Professor Antonio Griffo holds the position of Professor of Power Electronics and Electric Drives at the University of Sheffield's School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. He leads the Electrical Machines and Drives Research Group and is involved in the High Reliability Drives Group. His academic journey includes a MSc (2003) and PhD (2007) in Electrical Engineering from the University of Naples, followed by research roles at Bristol and Sheffield Universities before becoming a Lecturer in 2013 and later a Professor. His research focuses on advanced control of electric drives, SiC-based power electronics for aerospace/renewables, fault detection in machines, and thermal management. Key projects include modeling hybrid AC/DC power systems for 'More Electric Aircraft', sensorless control techniques, and real-time simulation methodologies. He has pioneered work on SiC converter reliability, insulation monitoring, and condition-based maintenance systems. Publications (15+ in top journals like IEEE Transactions) emphasize innovative solutions for power electronics challenges, including voltage stress mitigation, thermal modeling, and fault tolerance. His work bridges theory and application, addressing critical issues in aerospace, renewable energy, and electric vehicle systems. Griffo also contributes to educational advancements through modular training platforms for power electronics education. Labs/Teams: Active in the Electrical Machines and Drives Research Group, focusing on high-reliability drive systems and sustainable energy technologies. Collaborates with industry on projects like the EPSRC Offshore Wind Prosperity Partnership.
Dr. Prabodh Bajpai is a Professor in the Department of Sustainable Energy Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor at the same department from July 2022 to December 2022, and before that at the Electrical Engineering Department of IIT Kharagpur from July 2014 to June 2022. He began his academic career as an Assistant Professor at IIT Kharagpur from June 2008 to July 2014. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) from IIT Kanpur (2008), M.Tech in Energy Studies from IIT Delhi (2001), and B.E. in Electrical Engineering from IIT Roorkee (1997). Dr. Bajpai's research spans renewable energy integration, power system operation and control, microgrid technologies, and smart grid applications. His work focuses on practical implementation of sustainable energy solutions with emphasis on power electronics, energy storage, and grid stability. He has made significant contributions to the fields of distributed generation integration, protection schemes for renewable-rich systems, and energy management in microgrids. His recent publications show a strong focus on DC microgrids, multi-port power converters, and advanced control strategies for renewable integration. The research demonstrates increasing sophistication in power electronics applications for sustainable energy systems, with particular emphasis on practical implementations for commercial and agricultural applications. Dr. Bajpai actively mentors graduate students, currently supervising seven students across PhD and M.Tech programs. His teaching portfolio includes core courses in electrical power engineering, renewables-integrated smart power systems, and energy systems modeling and analysis at IIT Kanpur, building on his extensive teaching experience at IIT Kharagpur where he developed several new courses in renewable energy systems. His research group maintains a Hybrid AC/DC Microgrid test facility and has developed a Renewable Hybrid Energy Power Plant for stand-alone applications, demonstrating his commitment to translating theoretical research into practical implementations.
Claudio A. Cañizares is a University Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Waterloo. He holds a PhD and MASc from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an Engineering degree from Escuela Politécnica Nacional in Ecuador. He is an IEEE Fellow and a Professional Engineer (PEng). His research focuses on power and energy systems, including smart grids, microgrids, energy storage, and renewable integration. He has advised over 100 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, contributing to groundbreaking work in microgrid control, energy management systems, and grid stability. Notable awards include the 2017 IEEE-PES Outstanding Power Engineering Educator Award and the 2022 Award for Excellence in Graduate Supervision. His software contributions include the PSAT (Power System Analysis Toolbox) and SRLS (Smart Residential Load Simulator), widely used for power system analysis and smart grid modeling. He teaches courses such as ECE 6613PD (Power System Analysis) and ECE 467 (Power System Operation and Markets). Key research areas include voltage and frequency stability, distributed energy resources, and transactive energy markets. Collaborations span international institutions and industry partners like the Canadian Renewable Energy Laboratory (CANREL).
Dr. Ahmed Badawy is a Lecturer in Electrical Engineering at Lancaster University's School of Engineering, where he has been serving since 2017. His academic journey includes advanced degrees in electrical engineering and significant research experience in power electronics and renewable energy systems. Dr. Badawy's educational background includes: B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, Egypt (2008) M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, Egypt (2012) Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the Electric and Electronic Engineering Department at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, U.K. (2016) Dr. Badawy's research focuses on power electronics and energy conversion systems, with particular expertise in DC-DC converters, multi-level converters, and electric machines. His work emphasizes digital control of power electronic systems for applications in renewable energy integration, electric vehicles, and power quality improvement. His research has significant implications for sustainable energy systems and transportation electrification. His recent publication record demonstrates a strong focus on electric vehicle power systems, particularly modular converter topologies for on-board charging applications. There's a clear trend toward integrated solutions for EV charging that combine renewable energy sources with grid connectivity. His work also shows significant contributions to control methodologies, including model predictive control and hierarchical control systems for power electronic converters. Dr. Badawy mentors several PhD students working on cutting-edge research in power electronics and renewable energy systems. His research group is actively involved in projects related to sustainable energy conversion and electric transportation. Dr. Badawy is affiliated with Energy Lancaster and the TALOS research group at Lancaster University, where he contributes to interdisciplinary research on sustainable energy systems and power electronics applications.
Navid Bayati is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern Denmark, affiliated with the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering and the Centre for Industrial Electronics. He leads the Control and Protection of Smart Grids (CAP-SG) group and focuses on renewable/hybrid power systems, microgrid protection, and grid code compliance. Education: Ph.D. in Power Systems & Microgrid Protection (2020, Aalborg University); M.Sc. in Power Systems (2017, Amirkabir University of Technology) His research spans renewable energy integration , transient analysis , grid interconnection , and digital twin applications . Recent work includes machine learning for carbon emission prediction, fault localization in DC microgrids, and supercapacitor resilience in hybrid systems. Collaborations include projects like IEA Wind Task 50 and RePoSys , addressing grid renovation, life cycle assessment, and digital twin resilience. His teaching portfolio covers power electronics , energy management , and microgrid control .
Yanbo Wang is an Associate Professor and Vice Head of the Wind Power Research Programme at AAU Energy, part of Aalborg University's Faculty of Engineering and Science. He leads research in Electric Power Systems and Microgrids, focusing on intelligent energy systems and flexible markets. His work emphasizes stability analysis, control strategies for hybrid AC/DC systems, and renewable energy integration. He supervises multiple PhD projects on topics like multi-port energy routers and wind power converter optimization. Research interests include power electronics, microgrid stability, and energy storage systems. Key projects include the EU-funded 'S3SF: Smart Energy Solutions for Sustainable Future' and machine learning-based control strategies for multi-energy systems. He has authored over 176 publications, with recent work on DC microgrid reliability, converter design, and offshore wind energy systems. His team collaborates internationally to advance grid-friendly technologies and smart energy solutions. Notable contributions include advanced control schemes for retired batteries in DC microgrids and stability assessment methodologies for offshore wind inverters. He advises on six PhD projects and maintains a lab focused on renewable energy systems and power electronics innovation.
Dr. Ehsan Pashajavid is a Senior Lecturer at Curtin University's School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on stochastic optimization, renewable energy integration, microgrid control, and electric vehicle systems. Research interests include: Microgrid and smart grid control algorithms Renewable energy resource management Power system stability and operation Energy storage optimization Electric vehicle-grid integration His publications demonstrate significant contributions to power system resilience, with recent work emphasizing battery storage economics, fault-tolerant converters, and model predictive control for grid stability. Article trends show strong focus on renewable integration challenges and optimization techniques for modern energy systems. Awards include Senior Member status in IEEE and its Power & Energy, Industrial Applications, and Power Electronics societies. Teaching responsibilities encompass graduate courses in Renewable Power Generation Systems, Smart Grid Control, and Renewable Energy Principles.
Dr. Aliakbar Jamshidi Far is a Lecturer at the School of Engineering, University of Aberdeen, since December 2017. Previously, he served as a Research Fellow at the Aberdeen HVDC Centre (2012-2017) and as an Assistant Professor at the Iranian Research Organization for Science and Technology (2008-2012). Dr. Jamshidi Far holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from AmirKabir University (2008), an MSc from Iran University of Science and Technology (1996), and a BSc from Sharif University of Technology (1992). He is an IET Chartered Engineer, Senior Member of IEEE, and member of CIGRE Working Group B4.76. His research focuses on Modeling and control of HVDC systems and DC grids High-power AC/DC and DC/DC converters Hybrid DC circuit breakers Ultrasound applications in Oil & Gas Renewable energy integration Recent publications highlight trends in Modular Multilevel Converters (MMC) for DC grids Flux Switching Machine optimization Ultrasound-based scale removal technology Wave energy for remote islands Smart microgrids for Indonesia and Nigeria Advanced DC circuit breaker designs Dr. Jamshidi Far has secured significant funding including £204k from the Oil & Gas Technology Centre (2019-2021, Co-PI) £42k Consultancy from BP PLC (2019-2020, PI) EU Horizon 2020 PROMOTion Project (2016-2017, Research Fellow) SSE-funded DC converter research (2015-2016, Research Fellow) ERC-funded DC systems modeling (2012-2014, Research Fellow) Teaching responsibilities include Undergraduate: EE3579 - Electrical and Electronic Engineering Design Postgraduate: EG551K/55M5 - Renewable Energy Integration to Grid (Coordinator) EG503V/503W - Solar Energy (Coordinator) EG501H/504B - Electrical Systems for Renewable Energy (Coordinator) He supervises MEng/BEng and MSc students in Renewable Energy, Oil & Gas, and Subsea programs.
Gururaj Mirle Vishwanath is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His research focuses on the integration of renewable energy sources into power systems, with particular emphasis on grid stability and control mechanisms. His educational background includes a PhD from IIT Roorkee (2020), an M.Tech from NITK Surathkal (2015), and a B.Tech from Visveswariah Technological University Belgaum (2009). Dr. Vishwanath's research interests span renewable energy integration challenges, machine learning applications to power systems, power converters for electric vehicles, power electronics applications to power systems, and microgrid control including black out scenarios, islanded operation, and energy management systems. His work addresses critical challenges in modern power systems as they transition toward greater renewable penetration. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on microgrid control architectures, voltage regulation schemes, and integration of wind energy systems with the grid. The research spans both theoretical control algorithms and practical implementation challenges for power system stability and reliability in the presence of renewable energy sources. Dr. Vishwanath works within the Advanced Centre for Electronic Systems (ACES) at IIT Kanpur, where his research contributes to advancing power system technologies for the evolving energy landscape.
Dr. Carl Ho (Ngai Man) is a Full Professor and Canada Research Chair in Efficient Utilization of Electric Power at the University of Manitoba's Price Faculty of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Appointed Associate Head (Electrical Engineering) in July 2021, he leads the Renewable-energy Interface and Grid Automation (RIGA) Lab established with CFI funding in 2014. His educational background includes: PhD in Electronic Engineering (2007), City University of Hong Kong MEng in Electronic Engineering (2002), City University of Hong Kong BEng in Electronic Engineering (2002), City University of Hong Kong Dr. Ho's research focuses on power electronics applications for sustainable energy systems, with particular expertise in power conversion technologies for electric vehicles, renewable integration, and smart grid infrastructure. His work bridges industrial application and academic innovation, evidenced by over 40 IEEE journal publications, 80 conference papers, and 20+ patents. Current research emphasizes wide-bandgap semiconductor applications, power hardware-in-loop validation, and DC microgrid architectures for remote communities. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward practical implementation of power electronics solutions, with increasing focus on GaN/SiC devices, grid-forming converters, and modular architectures for microgrids. His work consistently addresses real-world challenges in efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness across renewable integration, electric transportation, and power quality domains. Notable awards include: Second Place Winner for 2018 IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics Prize Paper Multiple IEEE JESTPE Star Associate Editor Awards (2022-2023) IEEE TPEL AE Excellence Award (2023) Best Student Team Regional Award in IEEE Empower a Billion Lives 2019 As an active mentor, Dr. Ho supervises numerous graduate students across multiple cohorts and leads significant research initiatives including NSERC Discovery Grants, MITACS collaborations with Power Integrations Inc., Research Manitoba Innovation Proof-of-Concept Grants, and Natural Resources Canada projects on zero-emission heavy vehicles. His RIGA Lab serves as a hub for industry-academic collaboration with Manitoba Hydro and transportation sector partners. The RIGA Lab, completed in 2016 and renovated in 2019, houses specialized equipment for power electronics prototyping, real-time simulation, and hardware-in-loop testing. Current projects include advanced wireless EV charging, GaN-based controller development, and DC microgrid solutions for remote communities, with recent recognition including a visit from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in April 2023.
Dr. Wajiha Shireen is a Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology at the University of Houston’s College of Technology. She has held this position since 1993 and maintains a joint appointment in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Her academic focus spans power electronics, smart grid technologies, and renewable energy systems. Education: B.S. (Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, 1987), M.S. (Texas A&M University, 1991), Ph.D. (Texas A&M University, 1993) Dr. Shireen’s research centers on power quality, wireless power transfer, battery energy storage systems, and the integration of renewable energy sources like solar and wind into modern grids. She has pioneered advancements in MPPT control for photovoltaics and frequency regulation in microgrids , with a particular emphasis on low-inertia grid stability . Her recent publications highlight trends in EV charging infrastructure optimization , predictive control for energy systems , and grid-following battery storage operations . These works intersect electrical engineering, renewable energy, and smart grid technologies. Scientific Awards : College of Technology Outstanding Faculty Award for Teaching (2014) College of Technology Outstanding Faculty Award for Research (1998, 2006) Featured in the Journal of Engineering Technology as a leading researcher (2001) Dr. Shireen has secured over $3 million in grants from the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, and industry partners like Texas Instruments and Transmark Subsea. She has mentored numerous students, including co-authors Amir Hussain , Preetham Goli , and Sonal Patel , and contributed to the development of educational tools such as the Microgrid Test Bench .
Akhtar Hussain serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Laval University, Quebec. His research centers on AI-driven optimization of power and energy systems, with emphasis on microgrid resilience, distributed energy resource integration, and electric vehicle-grid interactions. He actively contributes to advancing grid reliability through innovative resource allocation and consumer satisfaction frameworks. Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Incheon National University, South Korea (2019) M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Myongji University, South Korea (2014) B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology, Pakistan (2011) Dr. Hussain's research spans power systems resilience, smart grid technologies, and equitable energy access. His work integrates artificial intelligence with traditional power engineering to address challenges in microgrid operation, electric vehicle integration, and renewable energy management. Key focus areas include developing algorithms for optimal resource utilization, enhancing grid stability during contingencies, and designing frameworks for fair energy distribution in diverse communities. His recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a strong trajectory toward AI-enhanced grid management, with recurring themes of resilience optimization, equity-focused resource allocation, and electric vehicle-grid synergies. The research demonstrates increasing sophistication in handling uncertainty through machine learning while addressing socio-technical dimensions of energy transition. Dr. Hussain currently supervises one Master's student and has guided five Ph.D. candidates to completion. His research is funded by a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Discovery Grant ($160,000/year) for the project 'Grid Condition and Resilience-Aware Incentivization and Deployment of Distributed Energy Resources' (2024-2029), supplemented by a Springboard to Discovery award ($40,000) for 2024-2025. As an IEEE member, he collaborates with industry partners on real-world grid modernization initiatives, focusing on practical implementation of resilience strategies through microgrids and mobile energy resources.
Juan C. Vasquez is a Professor at Aalborg University's Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Energy Technology, and Co-Director of the Center for Research on Microgrids (CROM). He holds a PhD in Automatic Control from the Technical University of Catalonia and has held academic positions at Aalborg University since 2011. His research focuses on microgrid control, renewable energy integration, power electronics, and smart grids. He has supervised numerous PhD and master’s students and leads projects funded by EU and national grants. Education: BS in Electronics Engineering (Autonomous University of Manizales, Colombia, 2004); PhD in Automatic Control (Technical University of Catalonia, Spain, 2009). Research interests include operation and control strategies for AC/DC microgrids, maritime microgrids, energy management systems, and IoT integration in smart grids. He has authored 648+ publications, including highly cited works, and received awards like the Young Investigator Award (2019) and Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researcher status since 2017. Key projects: EU-DREAM (Digital Services for Energy Transition), NEST (National Research Infrastructure), and ActRes (Resilience in Energy Systems). Collaborations include Virginia Tech and Ritsumeikan University.
