جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
• Lightning Electromagnetics
• Electromagnetic Time Reversal
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Farhad Rachidi-Haeri is a Titular Professor and Head of the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Group at EPFL. His expertise spans EMC research, lightning electromagnetics, time reversal techniques, and fault location in power systems. He has led the EMC Group since the 1980s, with funding from the Swiss National Science Foundation, European Union, and private sector collaborations. His work involves international partnerships with institutions like the University of Toronto and KTH. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering from EPFL (1991), M.S. from EPFL (1986). Roles: President of Swiss National Committee of URSI (2012–2020), Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Transactions on EMC (2013–2015), and member of the Academy of Sciences of Bologna Institute (2019). Research Focus: Lightning interaction with infrastructure, electromagnetic field modeling, time reversal applications for fault detection, and high-frequency transient analysis. His work bridges theoretical physics and engineering, addressing challenges in power systems, lightning protection, and aerospace. Awards: IEEE EMC Technical Achievement Award (2005), Berger Award (2016), and Distinguished Honorary Professor at Tsinghua University (2024). Over 400 peer-reviewed papers and 500 conference contributions reflect his prolific research output. Labs/Teams: Leads the EMC Laboratory at EPFL, focusing on experimental and numerical studies of electromagnetic phenomena. Collaborates with global networks on projects like Laser Lightning Control and structural lightning protection for wind turbines.

Mirjana Stojilovicمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Field-programmable technology
• Electronic design automation (EDA)
• Hardware security
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mirjana Stojilovic is a Researcher at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in the School of Computer and Communication Sciences (IC), specifically within the Institute of Computer Engineering (IINFCOM) and the Parallel Systems Architecture Laboratory (PARSA). She also serves as a Lecturer in the SSC - Teaching department at EPFL. Her office is located at INJ 235, Station 14, 1015 Lausanne, Switzerland. Mirjana Stojilović received her Dipl. Ing. and Ph.D. degrees from the School of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade, in 2006 and 2013, respectively. Her academic journey includes collaborating with the Processor Architecture Laboratory at EPFL as a Guest Researcher from 2010 to 2013, working at the University of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland as a senior researcher from 2013 to 2016, and joining the Parallel Systems Architecture Lab at EPFL in October 2016. Dr. Stojilovic's research spans field-programmable technology, electronic design automation (EDA), and electrical-level attacks and countermeasures for reconfigurable hardware. Her work bridges the gap between hardware design and security, with a particular focus on vulnerability analysis and protection mechanisms for FPGA-based systems in cloud environments. She has made significant contributions to understanding side-channel attacks, fault injection techniques, and secure multi-tenancy solutions for shared hardware resources. Her extensive publication record reveals a clear research trajectory from traditional FPGA design and EDA topics toward increasingly security-focused investigations. Recent work demonstrates deep expertise in power analysis attacks, hardware trojans, and countermeasures for cloud-based FPGA systems, reflecting the growing importance of hardware security in distributed computing environments. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Best Paper Award at 2016 International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC Europe 2016) Young Scientist Award at 33rd International Conference on Lightning Protection (ICLP2016) Young Author Best Paper Award at the 20th Telecommunication Forum in Belgrade (TELFOR 2012) EPFL School of Computer and Communication Sciences (IC) Teaching Award (2015) Nominated for Best Paper Award at the International Conference on Field-Programmable Technology (FPT) (2020) Dr. Stojilovic has advised numerous PhD students including Coulon Louis, Pirayadi Rouzbeh, and Shrivastava Shashwat, along with past EPFL PhD students Glamocanin Ognjen and Mahmoud Dina. She has supervised dozens of semester and diploma projects focusing on hardware security, FPGAs, design automation, side-channel attacks, and cloud computing. Her service to the academic community includes serving on program committees for FPGA, FCCM, FPL, and DATE conferences, reviewing for multiple IEEE and ACM journals, and acting as associate editor for IEEE ESL and ACM TRETS. As a member of the Parallel Systems Architecture Laboratory at EPFL, Dr. Stojilovic leads research projects investigating security aspects of reconfigurable hardware systems. Her team works at the intersection of computer architecture, electronic design automation, and hardware security, with particular emphasis on vulnerabilities and protections for shared FPGA resources in cloud environments.

• Lightning Physics
• Atmospheric Electricity
• Electromagnetic Compatibility
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vladimir A. Rakov is a distinguished professor and co-director of the International Center for Lightning Research and Testing (ICLRT) at the University of Florida’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His primary research focuses on lightning physics, atmospheric electricity, and lightning protection. He holds affiliations with prestigious organizations such as the American Geophysical Union (AGU), IEEE, and the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). Education: Rakov earned a PhD (1983) and MS (1977) in Electrical Engineering from Tomsk Polytechnic University. His professional memberships include roles in AGU, IEEE, and the International Commission on Atmospheric Electricity (ICAE). He has chaired committees for international lightning conferences and contributed to standards development for lightning protection systems. Research: Rakov’s work spans lightning initiation, return stroke modeling, and electromagnetic effects. He has authored over 200 peer-reviewed articles, including seminal books like Lightning: Physics and Effects . His team conducts field experiments using rocket-triggered lightning and advanced instrumentation. Notable achievements include studies on lightning-induced voltages, X-ray emissions, and safety standards for aircraft and infrastructure. Awards: Rakov has received numerous accolades, including the IEEE Richard R. Stoddart Award (2019) and Honorary Doctorate from the Russian Academy of Sciences (2015). His research impacts global lightning protection practices and aerospace safety.

Douglas Sheilمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Forest Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Change
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Douglas Sheil is a Chairholder in Forest Ecology and Forest Management at Wageningen University & Research. He holds a MA in Natural Sciences from Cambridge and an MSc in Forestry from Oxford. His career includes roles at the University of Oxford, CIFOR (Indonesia), the Institute for Tropical Forest Conservation in Uganda, and the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU). His research focuses on tropical forest ecology, biodiversity conservation, and human-forest interactions, with over 200 publications. He co-authored the influential textbook Tropical Rain Forests: Ecology, Diversity, and Conservation (2010). Awards include the Biotropica Prize (2004) and the Queen’s Award for Forestry (2015). Education: MA (Natural Sciences, Cambridge), MSc (Forestry, Oxford) Key Roles: Director of Institute for Tropical Forest Conservation (2008–2012), Professor at NMBU (2013–2020) Research Interests: Tropical forest dynamics, climate change impacts, conservation strategies, and the socio-ecological dimensions of forest management. His work spans field studies in Africa, Southeast Asia, and Oceania, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to address deforestation, biodiversity loss, and sustainable land use. Recent Trends in Articles: Focus on mycorrhizal networks, oil palm impacts, lightning disturbance, and mammal population responses to human activity. He explores mechanisms linking forest structure to ecosystem services, such as carbon sequestration and water regulation, often integrating remote sensing and global datasets. Awards: Biotropica Prize, Queen’s Award for Forestry Grants/Projects: Studies on lightning effects in African forests, camera trap mammal surveys, and policy analyses for vegetable oil sustainability. Labs/Teams: Leads interdisciplinary groups at Wageningen, collaborating with CIFOR and international networks. Active in IUCN committees to translate science into conservation policy.

Matthew Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Climate Change
• Wildfire Ecology
• Carbon Cycle Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew Jones is a NERC Independent Research Fellow at the University of East Anglia's School of Environmental Sciences, specializing in wildfire-climate interactions and carbon cycle dynamics. His research focuses on quantifying wildfire impacts under climate change, mitigating fire risks, and advancing global carbon budget monitoring. Co-leading the State of Wildfires Report, he evaluates extreme fire events' causes and future risks. As part of the Global Carbon Project, he tracks human-driven climate impacts through emissions and land-use data. Jones holds a PhD in Physical Geography from the University of Exeter (2018) and has conducted postdoctoral research at Swansea University and UEA. He has secured NERC funding to study wildfire geography and leads projects on lightning fires, prescribed burns, and fire management strategies. Key research areas include fire emissions modeling, climate mitigation strategies, and interdisciplinary fire science. His work has been recognized with awards like the NERC Fellowship and CarbonBrief's Top Climate Paper. Jones actively collaborates internationally, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals focused on climate action and ecosystem protection.

Simon Rowlandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Electrical Insulation Materials
• Polymeric Insulation Systems
• Asset Management for Power Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Simon Rowland is a Professor of Electrical Materials at the University of Manchester's Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, affiliated with the High Voltage Group. He previously served as Head of School (2015-2019) and transitioned from industrial R&D roles at STC, BICC, and Corning Cables to academia in 2003. His expertise centers on electrical insulation materials, polymeric systems, and asset management for power systems. He leads research in the UK’s largest HV laboratory, focusing on solid insulation interfaces and funded by National Grid and EPSRC. He holds 13 patents, primarily in overhead line technology, and is a Fellow of the IEEE and IET. Education: BSc, PhD, FHEA, FIET, FIEEE. Research interests include dielectric reliability, overhead line design, and low-current arcs. Collaborations span materials science and engineering disciplines. Recent awards include the 2025 IEEE Eric O. Forster Distinguished Service Award and 2022 Bhattacharyya Award Finalist. Professional roles include Treasurer of the IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society (2020–present).

Olesya Zhupanskaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mechanics of Composites
• Structural Composites in Extreme Environments
• Multi-Field Effects (Mechanical, Thermal, Electromagnetic)
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Olesya Zhupanska is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arizona, where she holds a faculty position and is a member of the Graduate Faculty. Her research focuses on the mechanics of composite materials, especially under extreme multi-field conditions involving mechanical, thermal, and electromagnetic loads. Education: PhD in Mechanics of Solids and Applied Mathematics, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine, 2000 BS/MS in Mechanics and Applied Mathematics (with Highest Honors), Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine, 1996 Her research interests span mechanics of composites, impact and damage, micromechanics, multi-field effects, and structural health monitoring, with applications in aerospace, wind energy, and smart materials. She has made significant contributions to understanding lightning strike damage, electrified composites, and thermostructural response of advanced materials. Her work integrates experimental, analytical, and computational methods to solve complex engineering problems. The 15 most recent publications highlight a strong trend in composite materials under electrical and thermal loads, with a focus on damage mechanisms, contact mechanics, and predictive modeling. Her research bridges mechanics, materials science, and electromagnetics, with increasing integration of machine learning for damage detection. Applications span aerospace structures, hypersonic vehicles, and wind turbine blades. Scientific Awards and Honors: DARPA Young Faculty Award (2011) Elsevier Young Composites Researcher Award (2008) ASME/Boeing Structures & Materials Award (2007) Multiple ASC Best Paper Awards National Research Council Senior Research Associateship Award (2022, 2015) Air Force Summer Faculty Fellowships (multiple years) Woman of Impact Award, University of Arizona (2022) Fellow, ASME Associate Fellow, AIAA ASME Dedicated Service Award (2023) Dr. Zhupanska has advised numerous graduate students, many of whom have won prestigious awards such as the DoD SMART Scholarship and NASA Fellowships. Her research has been funded by DARPA, NSF, NASA, AFOSR, AFRL, and industry partners. She has served on technical review boards including ARL and actively promotes engineering education and inclusion through NSF-funded initiatives. She holds leadership roles in professional societies, currently serving as President of the American Society for Composites (ASC) and as a member of the ASME IMECE Steering Committee Senate. She also serves as a Topic Editor for Composites and Advanced Materials and on the editorial board of Applied Composite Materials.

Nikolaos Nikiforakisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High Performance Computing
• Numerical Algorithms
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof Nikolaos Nikiforakis is a Professor at the University of Cambridge, leading the Laboratory for Scientific Computing at the Cavendish Laboratory. He holds roles including Director for Academic Programmes of the Centre for Scientific Computing, Course Director of the MPhil in Scientific Computing, and Deputy Director of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Computational Methods for Materials Science. He is also a Fellow and Director of Studies in Mathematics at Selwyn College, Cambridge. He directs The Gianna Angelopoulos Programme for Science Technology and Innovation. He holds a BSc in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of Manchester, followed by an MSc in Aerospace Propulsion and a PhD in 'Evolution of Detonation Waves' from Cranfield Institute of Technology. His postdoctoral research at the University of Cambridge’s Department of Chemistry focused on computational models for stratospheric ozone depletion. He later founded the Laboratory of Computational Dynamics at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics before joining the Cavendish Laboratory in 2008. His research focuses on numerical algorithms and High Performance Computing for multi-physics simulations involving complex systems of nonlinear PDEs. Applications span detonation dynamics, plasma physics, and materials science, with industry collaborations for software development. His work addresses multi-scale, multi-physics problems previously deemed intractable, with practical applications in aerospace, energy, and environmental fields. He leads academic programmes in scientific computing and supervises doctoral research through the EPSRC CDT. His contributions bridge fundamental science and industrial innovation, emphasizing computational methods for materials and fluid dynamics.

Tamas Monaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Epidemiology
• Plant Pathology
• Meteorology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tamas Mona is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Cambridge , affiliated with the Epidemiology and Modelling Group . His work focuses on environmental suitability models for large-scale epidemiological forecasting, particularly in wheat rust outbreaks across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Collaborations include the UK Met Office, CIMMYT, and institutions in Ethiopia, Kenya, Bangladesh, and Nepal. PhD in Environmental Sciences (2019), Eötvös Loránd University MSc in Meteorology (2013), Eötvös Loránd University BSc in Physics with Meteorology (2011), Eötvös Loránd University Research interests integrate meteorological applications with epidemiological models to predict crop disease outbreaks. Key projects involve tracking transmission pathways for stem rust pathogens and analyzing how irrigation creates green bridges for intercontinental pathogen spread. Publications emphasize environmental science and computational epidemiology . Current collaborations span Sub-Saharan Africa (EIAR, ATI, KARLO) and South Asia (BWMRI, NARC) through initiatives like the Global Food Security IRC . Modeling frameworks developed by Mona contribute to policy advisory systems for emerging pest threats, aligning with DEFRA and UK government strategies.

Tan Wen Shanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Stochastic Generation Scheduling
• Power System Flexibility
• Electricity Market Operation
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tan Wen Shan is a Lecturer in Mechatronics Engineering at Monash University Malaysia, specializing in power systems and renewable energy integration. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (2017), an MEng in Electrical Engineering (2013), and a BEng in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (2011). His research focuses on stochastic generation scheduling, energy storage systems, smart grids, and blockchain applications in energy markets. Education: BEng (Electrical and Electronics Engineering), Universiti Malaysia Sabah, 2011 MEng (Electrical Engineering), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 2013 PhD (Electrical Engineering), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 2017 Research Interests: Stochastic generation scheduling with renewable integration Power system flexibility and resilience Electricity market operations and blockchain Artificial intelligence in energy systems Publications and Projects: Recent work includes P2P energy trading, transportable energy storage, and resilience-based scheduling under natural disasters. Active projects include sustainable energy bike lanes in Kuala Lumpur and AI-assisted energy storage planning. His articles emphasize renewable energy forecasting, smart grid optimization, and decentralized energy systems. Awards: ITEX 2023 Prize (2023) IBM Call for Code 2022 Green Practice Challenge Accelerator Prize (2022) Teaching and Supervision: Unit Coordinator for TRC3500 (Sensors and Artificial Perceptions) and TRC3600 (Modelling and Control) Supervised multiple final-year projects on energy systems and smart grids (2023–2024).

Joy Thomas Mمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• High Voltage Engineering
• EHV/UHV Power Transmission
• Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Joy Thomas M serves as an Assistant Professor at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, with his office situated in Room 110 of the High Voltage Laboratory. His work falls under the broader electrical engineering domain at IISc, as evidenced by his course codes (E5/C22) and specialized research focus. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. and M.Sc. (Engg.) in High Voltage Engineering from IISc Bangalore, complemented by a B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from IIT Varanasi. These qualifications form the foundation of his expertise in power systems engineering. Dr. Thomas's research portfolio demonstrates deep specialization in high-voltage phenomena and power infrastructure. Key areas include Gas Insulated Switchgear optimization, dielectric material behavior under extreme conditions, pulsed power applications, lightning protection systems, and plasma-based technologies. His work bridges theoretical electromagnetics with practical power transmission challenges, particularly in EHV/UHV systems and substation asset management. Notably, he integrates engineering pedagogy into his practice, reflecting commitment to educational methodology. Professional recognition includes IEEE Senior Membership, highlighting his standing in the electrical engineering community. Senior Member IEEE His instructional record covers advanced courses such as EHV/UHV Power Transmission Engineering (E5 213), High Voltage Engineering (E5 201), and Electromagnetic Compatibility (C 22). The absence of documented student advisement or grant details suggests either early-career status or unreported activities. Laboratory operations center on the High Voltage Laboratory facilities, enabling experimental validation of his research in controlled high-energy environments.

James Dickensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pulsed Power Engineering
• High-Power Microwaves
• Explosive Pulsed Power
• +۵ مورد دیگر

James Dickens is a Professor at the Whitacre College of Engineering , Texas Tech University , where he also serves as the Charles Bates Thornton Professor and Co-Director of the Center for Pulsed Power and Power Electronics (P3E) . He holds a PhD (1995), MS (1993), and BS (1991) in Electrical Engineering from Texas Tech University, and is a registered Professional Engineer in Texas. Research Interests: Grounding & Shielding, Explosive Pulsed Power, High-Power Microwaves, Electric Space Propulsion, Aerospace Electronics Key Contributions: Development of semiconductor opening switches, investigation of gas insulation performance, optimization of nonlinear transmission lines, and analysis of multipactor phenomena in waveguides Awards: Fellow of the Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science (1996) His recent publications focus on solid-state switching technologies , high-voltage gas insulation , and multipactor suppression in microwave systems. His work bridges theoretical modeling (LTspice, ANSYS Maxwell) with experimental validation in extreme environments, including studies on explosive emission cathodes, nanocrystalline transformer cores, and vacuum insulator flashover physics.

Kim Dell'Angelaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Integrated Healthcare
• Clinical Psychology
• Health Psychology
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Kim Dell'Angela, Ph.D., is a Full Professor in the Department of Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School's College of Professional Psychology, Chicago Campus. With 17 years at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine and leadership roles at Harper Community College, she brings extensive expertise in clinical psychology, integrated healthcare systems, and academic administration across medical, educational, and community settings. Education: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Loyola University Chicago (1991) MA in Clinical Psychology, Loyola University Chicago (1987) M.L.S in Legal Studies, Santa Barbara/Ventura School of Law (2015) B.A. in Psychology, Rutgers University (1983) Dr. Dell'Angela's research centers on integrated healthcare delivery with emphases on autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, chronic pain management, and child protection systems. Her work bridges clinical practice and policy advocacy, particularly in primary care integration, underserved population access, and trauma-informed care. She actively mentors students in neuropsychology, health psychology, and technology applications while teaching courses in Social Justice Advocacy, Primary Care, and Divorce/Custody. Her publication history (1990-2016) reveals consistent focus on practical clinical applications across pediatric settings, emergency medicine, and medical education. Key themes include trauma response protocols, developmental screening tools, and interdisciplinary collaboration models. The 2016 monograph "Towards a Healthier Nation" established her framework for mental health as foundational to public health policy. Advising and Grants: Dr. Dell'Angela mentors students in neuropsychology, health psychology, and autism research. She secured $265,000 for Loyola's child sexual abuse intervention program and served as PI for a $1.8 million federal scholarship grant supporting students committed to primary care in underserved communities at The Chicago School. Leadership and Teams: She established Harper Community College's Early Alert/Threat Assessment team and All Hazards emergency response system. At Loyola, she led interdisciplinary Child Death Review Teams for 12 years and created community-health partnerships extending care to 20,000+ students and underserved populations.

Carmen Guerra-Garciaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Aerospace Engineering
• Low-Temperature Plasma Technologies
• Gas Discharge Physics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Carmen Guerra-Garcia is the Charles Stark Draper Associate Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at MIT. She leads the Aerospace Plasma Group, focusing on the intersection of aerospace engineering, low-temperature plasma technologies, and gas discharge physics. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (PhD, SM) 2007-2014 Polytechnic University of Madrid (Ingeniero Aeronautico) 2007 Her research spans aircraft safety (lightning interaction, wind turbines, and charge control systems), plasma-assisted combustion , and space propulsion . She combines multi-physics modeling , computation , and experimentation to address challenges in carbon-free energy and aerospace electrification. Key trends in her recent work include plasma-assisted ignition of sustainable fuels , CO2 conversion for Mars ISRU , and dynamic interactions between plasmas and flames . Her articles highlight advancements in nanosecond pulsed discharges , self-pulsating streamers , and lightning risk mitigation . NSF CAREER Award (2024) Junior Bose Award for Excellence in Teaching (2024) Office of Naval Research Young Investigator Award (2021) International Fulbright Science and Technology Award (2009) First National Award in Aeronautical Engineering, Spanish Ministry of Education (2007) Guerra-Garcia’s grants include NSF CAREER funding for plasma-assisted combustion and ONR support for aerospace safety. She advises PhD students and collaborates with the Space Propulsion Lab and APS/AIAA technical committees.

Farhad Rachidiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Electromagnetic Compatibility
• Lightning electromagnetics
• Lightning and EMP interaction with transmission lines
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Farhad Rachidi is a Full Professor at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL), where he serves as the Head of the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Laboratory within the School of Engineering's Department of Electrical Engineering. His research group has been active in EMC research since the early 1980s and maintains collaborations with numerous international institutions including Universities of Bologna and Rome (Italy), Uppsala University and KTH (Sweden), University of Toronto (Canada), University of Florida (USA), and others. Professor Rachidi's research spans electromagnetic compatibility, lightning electromagnetics, lightning and EMP interaction with transmission lines, electromagnetic time reversal, fault location, numerical computation of electromagnetic fields, and power line communications. His work integrates theoretical modeling with experimental validation, particularly in the context of lightning phenomena and electromagnetic interference. The research group develops innovative techniques such as electromagnetic time reversal for applications ranging from lightning detection to partial discharge localization in power systems. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on electromagnetic time reversal techniques, lightning physics and modeling, machine learning applications in electromagnetic phenomena, and advanced computational methods for electromagnetic field analysis. His work bridges fundamental electromagnetic theory with practical applications in power systems, atmospheric electricity, and security technologies. 2025 IEEE EMC Technical Achievement Award 2005 CIGRE Technical Committee Award 2006 Blondel Medal from SEE 2016 Berger Award from ICLP Best Paper Awards of IEEE Transactions on EMC (2016, 2018) Motohisa Kanda Award for most cited papers (2012-2018) 2024 Distinguished Honorary Professor at Tsinghua University 2014 Honorary Professor at Xi'an Jiaotong University Professor Rachidi has supervised numerous students through semester projects, diploma projects (equivalent to MS), and PhD programs at EPFL. His research is primarily sponsored by Swiss National Science Foundation, European Community programs, European Space Agency, Swiss Electrical Utilities, and private companies. He has served in leadership roles including President of the International Conference on Lightning Protection (2008-2014), Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Transactions on Electromagnetic Compatibility (2013-2015), and President of the Swiss National Committee of the International Union of Radio Science (2012-2020). The EMC Laboratory at EPFL, which he heads, maintains the Säntis lightning research facility and has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of lightning phenomena through direct measurements at instrumented towers. The group has developed innovative techniques including electromagnetic time reversal for fault location in power networks and lightning detection systems.