Adarsh Nagarajan is a Principal Researcher and Group Manager at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), focusing on advanced power systems research and grid modernization. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Colorado School of Mines since 2021. PhD in Electrical Engineering from Arizona State University M.S. in Electrical Engineering from University of Houston B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Rashtreeya Vidyalaya College of Engineering His research interests include energy storage modeling , grid integration of distributed energy resources , and low-inertia systems (e.g., microgrids). He explores the intersection of hardware and modeling for distribution planning. Recent publications highlight innovations in vanadium redox flow batteries , solar photovoltaics feasibility , and hybrid battery systems for EV charging , reflecting his focus on renewable energy integration and grid resilience . Scientific Awards Federal Lab Consortium Notable Technology of the Year (2019) R&D 100 Award: PRECISE (2019) At NREL, he leads the Grid Planning and Analysis Center , contributing to 57 research outputs and 20+ years of grid modernization efforts.
Jörg Raisch is a Professor of Control Systems at the Technische Universität Berlin , affiliated with the Faculty IV - Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and the Institute for Energy and Automation Technology . He holds the chair of "Fachgebiet Regelungssysteme" since March 2006. Raisch studied "Technische Kybernetik" (Engineering Cybernetics) at Stuttgart University, Germany, and Control Systems at UMIST, Manchester, UK. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Stuttgart University, followed by postdoctoral work at the University of Toronto and a DFG fellowship for his habilitation (1998). He established a research group at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics of Complex Technical Systems in Magdeburg and served as an External Scientific Member since 2002. His research spans control theory , discrete event systems , max-plus algebra , and applications in energy systems and robotics . Recent work focuses on clock drift effects in low-inertia power systems , iterative learning control , and distributed control for microgrids . His publications highlight methodologies for timed event graphs , probabilistic behavioral distances , and wind turbine optimization . From 2007–2013, he represented Germany in the European Control Association (EUCA). He served on editorial boards of journals like Automatica and IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology . He held leadership roles in IFAC Technical Committee TC1.3 as Vice-Chair (2014–2017, 2020–present) and Chair (2017–2020) .
Dr. Agustí Egea-Àlvarez is a Professor at the University of Strathclyde's Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering and a member of the PEDEC (Power Electronics, Drives and Energy Conversion) group. He also serves as Network Operational Performance Manager at ScottishPower Energy Networks. Education: BSc in Electrical Engineering, Technical University of Catalonia (2008) MSc in Electrical Engineering, Technical University of Catalonia (2010) PhD in Electrical Engineering, Technical University of Catalonia (2014) Research Interests: Grid forming and Virtual Synchronous Machine converter control algorithms Control of Voltage Source Converters in weak grids and low inertia systems Alternative HVDC connection schemes for offshore wind farms DC-DC converter control for HVDC systems His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Prize at Wind Integration Workshop 2019 (2020) Strathclyde Medal as member of 'Sustainable Impact by Design' team (2023) Projects: He participates in 38 projects including SETTLE-INSIGHT (NIA) with Scottish and Southern Energy Plc and EPSRC-funded DTP 2224 project. His work focuses on grid stability, HVDC systems, and renewable integration.
Peter Sauer is a Professor and Co-PI at the University of Illinois, holding the W. W. Grainger Chair in Electrical Engineering within the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering. He serves as Site Director for the NSF-sponsored Power Systems Engineering Research Center and actively leads projects on power system operational reliability. His research specializes in modeling and simulation of power grid components including loads, generators, and smart grid infrastructure, with emphasis on dynamic modeling of renewable resources (wind/solar) and low-inertia generation impacts. Key investigations address contingency analysis, disturbance recovery, and automatic generation control challenges in modernized grids. Scientific Awards IEEE Power & Energy Lifetime Achievement Award Fellow of the IEEE Member of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering Sauer has secured major research funding through NSF initiatives including his role as Program Director for Power Systems (1991-1992) and leadership of the Power Systems Engineering Research Center. His industry impact includes co-founding PowerWorld Corporation (1996-2001) where he served as Chairman of the Board. He directs the Power Systems Engineering Research Center, a multi-institution collaboration advancing grid reliability through synchrophasor technology and resilience-focused projects under the CREDC initiative.
Dr. Taimoor Asim serves as an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering within the School of Engineering at Robert Gordon University (RGU) in Aberdeen, UK. He joined RGU in 2019 after serving as a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Huddersfield (2013-2019) and previously as a Lecturer at the University of Lahore, Pakistan (2008-2010). Robert Gordon University (2019-present): Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering University of Huddersfield (2013-2019): Senior Research Fellow University of Lahore (2008-2010): Lecturer Guangdong University of Technology, China: International Collaborator University of Western Brittany, France: International Collaborator Dr. Asim's research focuses on wind turbine aerodynamics, CO2 geosequestration, multiphase flows, and hydrocarbon reservoir modeling. His expertise centers on applying Computational Fluid Dynamics to thermofluidic systems, turbomachines, and fluid-structure interactions. His recent work demonstrates strong emphasis on renewable energy systems, particularly vertical axis wind turbines for urban environments, and sustainable solutions for water management and waste treatment. His publication record shows consistent interdisciplinary output across mechanical engineering, environmental science, and petroleum engineering domains. Dr. Asim has published over 50 research articles in high-impact journals and more than 50 conference papers. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong focus on vertical axis wind turbine dynamics, CO2 geosequestration, multiphase flow in fractured reservoirs, and sustainable waste/water management solutions. His work shows increasing emphasis on practical applications addressing climate change mitigation and sustainable development goals. Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Member of IMechE (MIMechE) Chartered Engineer (CEng) Member of EPSRC's Peer Review College Guest Editor for Energies Journal (Special Issue: Advancement in Wind Turbine Technology) Associate Editor for COMADEM Journal Keynote Speaker at multiple international conferences Dr. Asim maintains active research funding through Innovate UK, Scottish Funding Council, and Energy Technology Partnership. He supervises multiple PhD students and has led numerous industry collaborations with engineering companies. His work with Loch Electronics on the ultraviolet mini-dishwasher has received significant media attention as an innovative climate change solution. He has strong international collaborations with institutions in China, France, Bulgaria, and India, demonstrating global research impact.
Burak Yildirim serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Electronics and Automation at Bingöl University's Technical Sciences Vocational School since 2022, following 11 years as Teaching Staff. His academic foundation includes BSc, MSc, and PhD degrees in Electrical-Electronics Engineering from Fırat University. BSc: Electrical-Electronics Engineering, Fırat University (2002-2006) MSc: Electrical-Electronics Engineering, Tunceli University (2010-2013) PhD: Electrical-Electronics Engineering, Fırat University (2013-2017) His research bridges theoretical control systems and practical energy applications, focusing on microgrid stability , AI-enhanced frequency regulation , and renewable integration . Recent work explores cybersecurity for energy systems and digital twin applications, with 15+ publications in SCI journals since 2020 including International Journal of Hydrogen Energy and IEEE Transactions. Dr. Yildirim's publication trends show increasing sophistication in control methodologies, evolving from traditional PID controllers (2018-2020) to neuromorphic deep learning and multi-agent systems (2022-2024). His work consistently addresses low-inertia grid challenges, with 70% of recent publications incorporating AI techniques for stability enhancement. He actively secures research funding through international collaborations and TUBITAK grants, currently leading projects on digital twins for microgrid controllers and HiL technology for next-generation power electronics. His industry background in high-voltage systems informs his applied research approach. Teaching responsibilities span core electronics and power systems courses, with recent emphasis on RF techniques and digital design applications. His industry experience (2007-2011) in transmission infrastructure provides practical context for academic instruction.
Professor William Holderbaum is a faculty member at the School of Science, Engineering & Environment at the University of Salford, with additional affiliation to the Centre for Future Engineering. His academic career demonstrates sustained research productivity with 46 documented research outputs spanning from 2012 to 2025. Professor Holderbaum's research interests encompass several interconnected domains: Control Systems Theory and Applications Hybrid Dynamical Systems (particularly power converters) Robotics (Geometric Control, nonholonomic systems, Reinforcement Learning) Rehabilitation Engineering (Robust Control Design) Energy Management (Electric Vehicles, Smart Grids, Multiple Agent Systems) Autonomous Vehicles (Motion planning, AI) His recent publication activity (11 papers in 2025, 13 in 2024) reveals a strong emphasis on power systems protection challenges, particularly addressing microgrid protection issues arising from distributed generation integration. He has developed innovative approaches for overcurrent relay coordination, microgrid frequency stability, and protection schemes for inverter-dominated grids. His work also extends to robotics applications in textile manufacturing, wearable sensor technology for gesture recognition, and digital twin applications for power system protection. Professor Holderbaum maintains an active research program with significant recent output, demonstrating continued scholarly productivity and relevance in his fields of expertise. His interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical control systems with practical engineering applications across multiple domains.
