Dr. Ramkrishan Maheshwari is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark, specializing in power electronics and motor drive systems. His research focuses on advanced power converter topologies, wide bandgap semiconductors, and renewable energy integration. University: University of Southern Denmark Rank: Associate Professor Research: Power Converters, PWM Techniques, Wide Bandgap Devices Recent work involves small DC-link capacitors, machine learning-based component selection, and hydrogen production systems. His Google Scholar articles highlight innovations in converter design and control algorithms. Awards include the BHJ Foundation Teaching Prize (2023) and a Best Paper Award (ICPEE 2021). He supervises PhD students like M. A. Khan and R. K. Mahapatra and leads projects such as 'Efficient Cost Saving Grid Friendly PtX Converter' funded by Mads Clausens Fond.
Taehyung Kim is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan-Dearborn in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering , College of Engineering and Computer Science. His research focuses on power electronics , motor drives , and electric/hybrid power systems for vehicles and aircraft , with an emphasis on renewable energy integration and fault-tolerant control . Education Ph.D., Electrical & Computer Engineering, Texas A&M University M.S., Electrical Engineering, Korea University B.S., Electrical Engineering, Korea University His research interests include energy conversion systems, power electronics for electric vehicles, evaluation and diagnosis of AC motors, and position sensorless control of permanent magnet motors. He leads the KIM Laboratory , which explores unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) , battery systems , and powertrain reliability . The 15 most recent articles (2024-2021) highlight his work on hybrid UAVs , fault detection algorithms , cost-effective converters , and powertrain optimization . These publications span power electronics , renewable energy integration , and electric propulsion systems , with applications in transportation electrification and industrial power systems . Scientific Awards NSF Mid Career Advancement Award, 2023 IEEE-IAS Prize Paper Award (2nd Place), 2012 Best Paper Award, IEEE Transportation Electrification Conference, 2021 Listed in "World Top 2% Scientists" (Stanford University, 2020-2024) Listed in Marquis Who’s Who in America Technical Program Co-Chair, 2009 IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference Prof. Kim has advised numerous PhD and Master’s students , including Feng Zhou , Sreekanthreddy Chalapala , and Sahithya Parvathareddy . He has secured significant grants from the NSF , Department of Energy , and industry partners like Ford, focusing on smart monitoring , fault identification , and energy management for electrified systems. His lab’s facilities include advanced power electronics labs and hybrid powertrain testing environments .
Halil Andac Yigit is a Doctoral Assistant at the Telecommunications Circuits Laboratory (TCL) within the School of Engineering (STI) at EPFL. He is affiliated with the Institute of Microengineering (IEM) and pursues a Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering through the École Doctorale d'Électronique et d'Electrotechnique (EDoc). His research focuses on biomedical circuits, energy harvesting, and low-power electronics for medical implant systems. Yigit's work emphasizes implantable cochlear devices, wireless power solutions, and precision neural stimulation interfaces. Education : Current doctoral student in Electrical Engineering at EPFL. Research Interests : Development of energy-efficient biomedical devices, including cochlear implants and neural stimulation systems. Specializes in low-power circuits for medical applications, wireless power transfer, and advanced memory technologies like eDRAM optimization. His research bridges microelectronics design with clinical needs, aiming for miniaturization and energy autonomy in implantable systems. Lab Affiliation : Telecommunications Circuits Laboratory (TCL), EPFL, where he collaborates on projects involving MEMS-based systems and autonomous medical devices.
Vahe Caliskan is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), affiliated with the College of Engineering. His office is located at 1009 SEO Building, 851 S. Morgan St, Chicago, and he can be contacted at 312.996.6013 or vahe@uic.edu. Education: Sc.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2000) M.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Illinois at Chicago (1993) B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Illinois at Chicago (1990) Research Focus: Dr. Caliskan specializes in power electronics, analog circuit design, automotive electronics, and computer-aided modeling/simulation. His work bridges theoretical analysis and practical applications, particularly in automotive power systems and advanced converter topologies. Publication Trends: His scholarly output (1991-2005) demonstrates consistent focus on power conversion technologies, automotive electrical systems, and control methodologies. Key themes include three-phase rectifiers, switched-mode power supplies, resonant converters, and innovative automotive alternator designs, often emphasizing modeling precision and efficiency optimization. Awards and Honors: Faculty Advising Award, UIC College of Engineering (2017) Faculty Teaching Award, UIC College of Engineering (2016) EEWeb Featured Engineer Spotlight Interview (2015) Silver Circle Award for Excellence in Teaching, UIC (2012) Professional Engagement: Dr. Caliskan maintains an active conference presence, presenting at IEEE events on automotive power systems and converter technologies. His collaborations include researchers from MIT and industry partners in power electronics.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kadir Vardar is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Dumlupınar University. He has held academic and administrative roles since 2012, including Vice President of Department (2015–2019). His research focuses on power electronics, embedded systems, renewable energy, and neural network applications in control systems. Education: BSc (2001) and MSc (2004) from Dumlupınar University; PhD (2011, English Program) from Dokuz Eylül University. Projects: Over 15 projects, including TÜBİTAK-funded initiatives on smart home automation, PV inverters, and embedded HIL simulators. Awards: 2011 Dokuz Eylül University Doctoral Publication Honor Award; 2001 Department First Place at Dumlupınar University. Research interests span power electronics (inverters, active filters), renewable energy systems (PV), and embedded systems (STM32, microcontrollers). He has published 29 articles and supervised multiple theses. Current courses include Power Electronics, Advanced Microcontrollers, and System Programming.
Professor Milijana Odavic is affiliated with the University of Sheffield as a member of the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering . Her research focuses on power electronics systems, particularly modular multilevel converters, fault-tolerant designs for aerospace and electric vehicles, and stability analysis of power electronics-dominated distribution systems. Recent publications highlight her work on: Modular multilevel converter topologies (boost/buck modes) Wide-bandgap semiconductors for ultra-efficient converters Robust stability theory for systems with parametric uncertainties She leads MEng/MSc teaching modules and contributes to the EPSRC Prosperity Partnership: New Partnership in Offshore Wind. Professional roles include Erasmus coordination and Athena SWAN team membership.
Prof. Dr. Osman Kukrer is a full-time faculty member at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), Faculty of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering. He has been actively supervising graduate students in power electronics, control systems, and renewable energy integration since the 1990s. His research spans advanced power conversion topologies, including quasi-Z-source inverters multilevel converters active power filters grid-connected systems adaptive beamforming algorithms electric vehicle grid integration Notable contributions include the EMU Publication Citation Award (2017) and extensive supervision of 41 graduate theses, with research interests aligning with modern energy systems and signal processing techniques.
JESÚS DE LA CASA HERNÁNDEZ is a Full Professor (academic rank: Professor ) in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of Jaén, affiliated with its Higher Polytechnic School. He has held academic leadership roles including Secretary of his department and Deputy Director of Monitoring and Coordination at the Higher Polytechnic School. Education : Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering (2003), University of Jaén; M.S. in Industrial Engineering, University of Seville. Research interests focus on optimizing renewable energy systems, energy storage, and smart grid technologies. His work emphasizes metaheuristic algorithms, power electronics, and distributed generation. Key projects include advancing microgrid stability, reducing grid harmonics, and integrating photovoltaics. Recent publications highlight BESS optimization, fault-clearing algorithms for multilevel converters, and voltage regulation in DC converters. His studies span AC/DC microgrids, offshore wind farms, and predictive maintenance in wind farms, reflecting interdisciplinary work in electrical engineering and sustainability. Scientific recognition includes three CNEAI six-year research periods and postdoctoral fellowships in Colombia. He has directed 11 doctoral theses and secured funding for national and international projects, including CYTED and PAIDI grants. Collaborative efforts involve coordinating 17 Erasmus+ mobilities and leading research stays in Italy, Chile, and Cuba. His group, TEP152 'Investigación y Tecnología Eléctrica', contributes to global energy transition initiatives.
Prof. Dr. Osman Kükrer is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), part of the Faculty of Engineering. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Middle East Technical University (1987), following MS (1982) and BS (1979) degrees from the same institution. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, Middle East Technical University (1982–1987) MS in Electrical Engineering, Middle East Technical University (1979–1982) BS in Electrical Engineering, Middle East Technical University (1974–1979) Research Interests: Feedback control of single-phase and three-phase inverters Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and PWM converters High power factor rectifiers and AC/DC drivers Adaptive filtering algorithms and beamforming techniques Integration of renewable energy systems and electric vehicles Advising & Grants: Supervised over 35 PhD and MS theses, including notable works on quasi-Z-source inverters, multilevel converters, and grid-connected inverter control strategies Recipient of the EMU Publication Citation Award (2017) for research contributions Labs & Teams: Active in EMU's Energy Research Center and EVDC (Electric Vehicle Development Center), focusing on power electronics and sustainable energy solutions.
Narayanan G is a Professor at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, specializing in power electronics and motor drive systems with active contributions to academic research and education. Education: Ph.D. from IISc, Bangalore (2000) M.Tech from IIT, Kharagpur (1994) B.E. from Anna University, Chennai (1992) Research Interests: His work focuses on Power Electronics, Pulse Width Modulation Techniques, Motor Drives, Active PWM Rectifiers, and Multilevel Converters, driving innovations in energy-efficient power conversion systems for industrial applications. This research bridges theoretical control strategies with practical implementations in renewable energy and electric vehicle technologies. Awards and Honors: INAE Innovative Student Project Award (2000) DST Research Grant for Young Scientists (2001–2002) INSA Young Scientist Award (2003) Prof. S.K. Chatterjee Start-up Research Grant (2004) Microsoft Research India Outstanding Faculty Award (2010) IETE-Bimal Bose Award (2013) Karnataka State Prof. Satish Dhawan Young Engineer Award (2014) Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Memorial Prize (2016) Jaya_Jayant Award for Teaching Excellence in Engineering (2019) Teaching and Academic Contributions: He has consistently taught advanced courses including Power Electronics (E6 201), Electric Drives (E6 211), PWM Converters and Applications (E6 223), and specialized laboratories, shaping curriculum development in power electronics education while mentoring students through research projects funded by national grants.
Koen De Gussemé is a visiting lecturer at KU Leuven , affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering Science . His academic work bridges power electronics and corrosion engineering, with a focus on converter design, harmonic distortion mitigation, and infrastructure corrosion analysis. Power Electronics Digital Control Systems Harmonic Distortion Corrosion Engineering Railway Infrastructure Pipeline Integrity Publication Trends His research has advanced digitally controlled power converters, including high-conversion-ratio topologies, programmable harmonic resistance in PFC converters, and zero-crossing distortion analysis. He has also contributed to computational models for railway-pipeline corrosion risk assessment and resonance damping in power distribution. No scientific awards, student advisement records, or current lab affiliations are documented in the provided information.
