جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Hardware security
• Reverse engineering
• Smart grid cybersecurity
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Arvind Sharma is Associate Professor (Førsteamanuensis) at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology , Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) , Gjøvik, Norway. His core competences bridge hardware security & reverse engineering and techno-economic optimisation of photovoltaic-based micro-grids . Education PhD in Engineering, 2021 – University of Agder, Norway Dissertation: Techno-Economic Performance Evaluation of Photovoltaic based Micro-Grid with Energy Management Strategies Research Interests Dr Sharma pursues two intertwined research agendas. First, he develops quantitative frameworks for hardware security assurance , focusing on reverse-engineering techniques that uncover vulnerabilities in PCBs and system-level architectures of IoT devices and smart-grid equipment. Second, he performs techno-economic modelling and optimisation of renewable-energy micro-grids, integrating PV generation, battery and hybrid storage, demand-side management, and dynamic pricing schemes to enhance reliability and cost-effectiveness. Across both domains he employs methodologies such as finite-state-machine control, life-cycle cost analysis, Monte-Carlo simulation, and physical assurance inspection protocols. Publication Trends From 2017 to 2025 he has authored or co-authored more than 50 refereed works. His recent hardware-security papers (2023-2025) advance quantitative metrics for resilience and demonstrate PCB-level reverse engineering to combat supply-chain attacks. Simultaneously, his energy-system output (2019-2025) delivers detailed techno-economic studies of PV-battery micro-grids, addressing voltage-quality constraints, subsidy impacts, and storage sizing across institutional and building-integrated contexts. Scientific Awards & Recognition Invited keynote: Hardware Security Assurance Framework , European Symposium on Reliability of Electron Devices, 2024 Featured presenter: NORCICS workshops on cyber-security in cyber-physical energy grids, 2022-2023 Teaching & Supervision Course coordinator & lecturer: IMT4114 Introduction to Digital Forensics Course coordinator & lecturer: IIK4100 Hardware Security in Embedded Systems Supervising master and PhD projects at NTNU and University of Agder in hardware security and micro-grid optimisation. Laboratory & Teams He conducts experimental work in NTNU Gjøvik’s hardware-security lab equipped with high-resolution microscopy, PCB milling, and side-channel measurement benches. He collaborates with the Smart Grid Security research group and the Nordic Centre for Cyber-Security in Critical Infrastructure (NORCICS) , fostering cross-disciplinary projects between cybersecurity and sustainable energy systems.

Stefano Bifarettiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Multilevel power electronic converters
• Next Generation Electricity Grids: Smart Grids and Microgrids
• Interfacing Distributed Generation to the grid or in isolation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Stefano Bifaretti is an Associate Professor in Power Electronics (ING-IND/32) at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, affiliated with the Department of Information Engineering. His office and laboratory are located in Building C, ground floor. He teaches Power Electronics as his primary course and leads research in power conversion technologies. His research focuses on: Multilevel power converters Smart Grids and Microgrid infrastructure Grid integration of distributed generation Solid-state transformer design Industrial and traction motor drives Bifaretti's publications demonstrate expertise in advanced control systems for power electronics, with recurring themes in grid synchronization techniques, fault-tolerant motor drives, predictive control for power converters, and renewable energy integration. His work consistently addresses efficiency and stability challenges in modern power systems. He heads the Power Electronics Converters and Drives research group, conducting experiments in the Information Engineering laboratory at Building C.

• Power Electronics
• Smart Grids
• Electric Vehicles
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Nataly Bañol Arias is an Assistant Professor specializing in Power Electronics with extensive research activity in smart grids and electric vehicle (EV) integration. Her work focuses on the technical and operational challenges of modern energy systems, including congestion management in distribution networks, robust optimization for EV charging coordination, and IoT-based energy management solutions for microgrids. Current Research Outputs : 23 total publications (15 most recent shown here) Key Collaborators : J. S. Giraldo, J. C. López, G. Hoogsteen, J. L. Hurink Her research spans Electrical Engineering and Computer Science domains, addressing critical areas such as: Optimization of EV charging strategies Smart grid security and reliability Integration of renewable energy sources Data-driven power flow analysis Microgrid energy management Market mechanisms for energy flexibility Recent publications demonstrate increasing sophistication in handling grid constraints through adaptive algorithms. There is a clear trajectory from foundational work on metaheuristic optimization (2015-2017) to current focus on robust, real-time EV charging coordination and grid security.

Rakesh Patekarمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Power System Protection
• Microgrid Control and Operation
• Anti-Islanding Techniques
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rakesh Patekar serves as a Postdoctoral Scholar at the Center for Microgrid Research within the School of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas. He joined the center in November 2024 and actively advances research on microgrid controllers and real-time simulation technologies. His educational background includes: PhD in Electrical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, India M.Tech in Integrated Power Systems from Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur, India BE in Electrical Engineering from Government College of Engineering, Aurangabad, India Dr. Patekar's research focuses on enhancing power system reliability through microgrid control, anti-islanding techniques, and renewable energy integration. His expertise spans Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) methodologies including Controller Hardware-in-the-Loop (CHIL), Power Hardware-in-the-Loop (PHIL), and digital twin validation for modern grid architectures with high distributed energy resource penetration. At the Center for Microgrid Research, he supervises master's and undergraduate students while contributing to IEEE Power & Energy Society and Industrial Electronics Society initiatives. His work bridges theoretical innovation with practical grid resilience solutions for evolving energy landscapes.

Mohamed Alkhatibمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Numerical Analysis
• Artificial Intelligence in Computational Electromagnetics
• Radar Systems
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mohamed Alkhatib is a Visiting Research Professor in Electrical Engineering at Khalifa University (KU) and concurrently an Assistant Professor at UAE University since January 2023. He collaborates directly with KU's industrial partners, focusing on applied research in electromagnetics and radar systems. His affiliations include Khalifa University Research, and he previously contributed to antenna design at the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (2022) - The Pennsylvania State University M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (2016) - The Pennsylvania State University B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (2014) - The Pennsylvania State University Research Interests: Dr. Alkhatib specializes in Numerical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence applications in Computational Electromagnetics, Radar Systems, and Radar Cross-Section (RCS) Reduction Techniques. His work bridges theoretical computational methods with practical implementations in sensing and energy systems, emphasizing AI-driven optimization for electromagnetic solutions. Publications: Recent articles (2024-2025) predominantly explore power systems stability, control algorithms for renewable integration, and advanced antenna designs. Trends include robust frequency regulation in microgrids, adaptive control for photovoltaic systems, and innovations in RFID/partial discharge diagnostics, reflecting interdisciplinary work across power electronics, control theory, and electromagnetics. Labs & Teams: He is affiliated with Khalifa University Research and maintains active collaborations with industrial partners. His prior role at the Arecibo Observatory involved optimizing radar antenna systems, highlighting expertise in experimental electromagnetics.

Antonio Vicinoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Control Systems
• Robust Control
• System Identification
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Antonio Vicino is a Full Professor of Control Systems at the Department of Information Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Siena, Italy. He has held several significant leadership positions including Head of Department (1996-1999), Dean of the Engineering Faculty (1999-2005), Director of the Center for Complex Systems Studies (1999-2012), Director of the PhD Program in Information Engineering and Science (2016-2021), and President of the Italian University Council (2019-2023). Professor Vicino earned his Laurea Degree in Electrical Engineering with honors from Politecnico di Torino in 1978, followed by fellowships with CSS-ATA (1979-1980) and ENEL-Politecnico di Torino (1981-1982). His academic career progressed from Assistant Professor at Politecnico di Torino (1983-1987) to his current position at the University of Siena. His research focuses span Control Systems, Robust Control, System Identification, Smart Grids, Energy Systems, Systems Biology, Time Series Analysis, Nonlinear Systems, and Applied System Modeling. His work has evolved from foundational theoretical contributions in robust control to practical applications in energy systems and biological modeling. Recent work demonstrates a strong emphasis on smart grids, electric vehicle integration, and energy storage optimization. Professor Vicino's extensive publication record reveals an evolution from theoretical control systems research to applied energy systems work. His recent publications (2018-2024) primarily focus on smart grid applications, electric vehicle integration, and energy storage optimization, reflecting the growing importance of renewable energy integration and sustainable technologies. Fellow of the IFAC (2008) Life Fellow of the IEEE (2000) Associate Editor of Automatica (1995-present) Associate Editor at Large of IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control (1998-2008) Professor Vicino has advised 23 PhD students and 10 Research Associates, along with over 150 Master's theses. His research has been supported by numerous grants including EC-FP7 Project ADDRESS (2008-2013), MPS Foundation projects, and multiple national government research projects. He has established four research laboratories: Mobile Robotics Lab, Haptics and Medical Robotics Lab, Process Control Lab, and Automatic Control Telelab (ACT), which has received international recognition including featuring on the cover of IEEE Control Systems Magazine.

Yilu Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Power Systems
• Smart Grids
• Grid Monitoring
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yilu Liu serves as the UT-ORNL Governor's Chair Professor at the University of Tennessee's Tickle College of Engineering, holding a joint appointment with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. She is deputy director of the Center for Ultra-wide-area Resilient Electric Energy Transmission Networks (CURENT), a DOE/NSF engineering research center focused on modernizing America's power grid infrastructure. Liu earned her B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Xi'an Jiaotong University (China), followed by M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from The Ohio State University. Before joining UT in 2009, she was faculty at Virginia Tech where she directed its Center for Power Engineering. Her pioneering research centers on power grid monitoring, stability, and resilience. Liu developed the North American power grid Frequency Monitoring Network (FNET/GridEye) - the first continent-wide system using over 300 Frequency Disturbance Recorders to monitor grid health in real-time. Her work addresses critical challenges in renewable energy integration, grid inertia estimation, electromagnetic pulse protection, and time synchronization for smart grids. Recent research focuses on low-inertia systems, forced oscillations, and HEMP vulnerability assessment. Liu's publications show consistent innovation in power systems monitoring, with recent work spanning 2024-2025 covering time synchronization techniques, pulsar-based timing, inertia estimation, and electromagnetic protection. Her research demonstrates strong focus on practical grid applications while addressing emerging challenges from renewable integration and cyber-physical security threats. R&D 100 Award (2022) for FNET/GridEye R&D 100 Award (2021) for GridDamper technology R&D 100 Award (2018) for Mobile Universal Grid Analyzer R&D 100 Award (2014) for Continuously Variable Series Reactor IEEE Power & Energy Society Wanda Reder Pioneer in Power Award (2020) Member of National Academy of Engineering Fellow of IEEE and National Academy of Inventors NSF Presidential Faculty Fellow (1994) NSF Young Investigator Award (1993) Liu leads CURENT (with 35 industry members) and has secured significant DOE and NSF funding. Her former students nominated her for the IEEE Wanda Reder Award, highlighting her mentorship impact. She has published over 500 articles and one book, with research directly influencing grid operations through technologies adopted by NERC, FERC, and power companies. Liu also established FNET/GridEye as a critical monitoring platform used across North America. As deputy director of CURENT, Liu collaborates with industry partners and researchers across multiple institutions. Her team at UT-ORNL focuses on developing next-generation grid monitoring technologies, with recent projects addressing electromagnetic pulse vulnerabilities and solar grid integration challenges in Saudi Arabia.

• Power Electronics
• Microgrids
• Renewable Energy Integration
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Jose Matas Alcala is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Barcelona East School of Engineering (EEBE), Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC). He leads research activities within the EPIC (Energy Processing and Integrated Circuits) research group, focusing on power electronics, microgrids, and renewable energy integration. Dr. Matas Alcala earned his PhD from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya and holds degrees as Telecommunications Engineer and Technical Telecommunications Engineer with specialization in Electronic Equipment. His research focuses on advanced control strategies for power systems, particularly in the areas of microgrid operation, grid synchronization techniques, and protection systems for networks with distributed energy resources. His work addresses critical challenges in renewable energy integration, including voltage and frequency stability, harmonic distortion management, and cyber-resilient control architectures. Dr. Matas Alcala has made significant contributions to synchronization algorithms like SOGI-FLL and droop control methods that enable reliable operation of modern power systems with high penetration of renewable sources. His publication record demonstrates consistent output in top-tier journals including IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, and IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid. His recent work shows increasing focus on cyber-physical security of power systems, advanced control for DC microgrids, and energy management strategies for emerging applications like 5G infrastructure and satellite power systems. Dr. Matas Alcala has received recognition for his research contributions: Best Paper Award at the VI Iberoamerican Congress of Smart Cities Best Paper Award at the 2023 International Conference on Predictive Control of Electrical Drives and Power Electronics (PRECEDE 2023) He has supervised multiple doctoral students whose research has advanced power calculation algorithms, synchronization techniques, and fault protection methods for modern power systems. His research has been supported by competitive projects from national and regional funding agencies, including the Spanish State Research Agency and the Catalan Government's Research and Innovation Plan. As a core member of the EPIC research group, Dr. Matas Alcala collaborates extensively with researchers across UPC and international institutions. His work often involves interdisciplinary teams addressing the technical and regulatory challenges of modernizing electrical infrastructure for sustainable energy futures.

Justino Miguel Rodriguesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Electrical Engineering
• Power Systems
• Smart Grids
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Justino Miguel Rodrigues is a Contracted Researcher at the Institute of Systems and Computer Engineering, Technology and Science (INESC TEC) and an invited PhD professor at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto. He serves as head of the SmartGrids and Electric Vehicles Laboratory (SGEVL) at INESC TEC and holds the position of Area Manager within the Power and Energy Systems Centre. Born in Penafiel, Portugal on September 9, 1985, Dr. Rodrigues earned his Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering in 2010 and his Ph.D. in Sustainable Energy Systems in 2022, both at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto. His doctoral thesis, "Advanced Control Functionalities for Smart-Transformers Integrating Hybrid MicroGrids," received the prestigious REN prize in 2023 for the best doctoral thesis in the energy sector covering years 2022-2023. His research focuses on critical power system challenges including: Smart electric power grid technologies and control systems Integration of renewable distributed energy resources Electric vehicle infrastructure and grid integration Advanced control methodologies for power distribution networks Hybrid AC/DC distribution systems Dr. Rodrigues' publication record demonstrates expertise in smart transformer applications, grid stability mechanisms, and optimization techniques for modern power systems. His work consistently addresses practical challenges in integrating renewable energy while maintaining grid reliability, with particular emphasis on fault management, frequency regulation, and load restoration strategies. His notable scientific recognition includes: REN prize in 2023 for the best doctoral thesis in the energy sector (covering years 2022-2023) Dr. Rodrigues leads INESC TEC's participation in the H2020 European Project POCITYF and has contributed to significant research initiatives including the PV_Azores_DM project studying photovoltaic integration on São Miguel Island. As head of the SmartGrids and Electric Vehicles Laboratory, he directs research activities focused on advancing power system technologies for the energy transition.

Ramesh Bonuمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Power Systems Engineering
• DC Microgrid Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ramesh Bonu is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. He holds a B.Tech. from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, an M.Tech. from National Institute of Technology Shillong (where he received Institute and President’s Gold Medals), and a PhD from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. His research focuses on renewable energy systems, DC microgrids, power distribution networks, and fault ride-through mechanisms for solar PV systems. He has organized two IEEE international conferences and secured grants from IEEE PES Singapore and the Joint UK-India Clean Energy Centre. His work emphasizes resilient power systems, energy storage integration, and adaptive control strategies for microgrids. Recent contributions include novel frameworks for overhead power distribution resilience and adaptive voltage support schemes for microgrids. His research bridges theoretical advancements with practical hardware-in-loop validation, ensuring real-world applicability. Awards: Institute Gold Medal, President’s Gold Medal, IEEE Travel Grant, UK-India Exchange Grant Grants: Supported by DST India and EPSRC UK Bonu’s lab focuses on smart grid technologies, with ongoing projects on distributed energy resources and grid stability under fault conditions. His collaborative work with international institutions underscores a commitment to global energy sustainability challenges.

• Power Systems
• Renewable Energy Integration
• Microgrid Control
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Edris Pouresmaeil is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation at Aalto University , Finland. He leads the Renewable Energies for Power Systems research group and has held academic and research roles globally, including at the University of Southern Denmark, University of Waterloo, and Technical University of Catalonia. His research focuses on power electronics for grids, renewable energy integration, microgrid control, and hybrid energy storage systems using green hydrogen and batteries. He is a Senior Member of the IEEE and serves as an Associate Editor for journals such as IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid and IEEE Systems Journal . Notable research interests include grid stability, fault detection, and sustainable energy systems. He has secured grants for projects like ECO-H2 (2024) and Soft4PES (2024), advancing green hydrogen integration and software frameworks for power systems. His recent articles emphasize advanced control techniques (e.g., model predictive control), fault-tolerant converter design, and cybersecurity in power systems. Projects like SolarX (2019) and Unlocking Potentials of Green Hydrogen (2024) highlight his contributions to renewable energy scalability and grid resilience.

• Power System Planning
• Renewable Energy Integration
• Transactive Energy
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Hossein Ranjbar is a researcher at the University of Adelaide's School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, part of the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. His work focuses on multidisciplinary engineering design, particularly in the Mine Operational Vehicle Electrification project, which aims to transition Australian mining operations to sustainable electrification using renewable energy and battery storage systems. Before his current role, he was a postdoc at Sharif University of Technology (Iran), where he earned his M.Sc. and Ph.D., and a visiting researcher at the University of Calgary (Canada), focusing on power systems and renewable integration. His research interests span power system planning, transactive energy, and optimization, with an emphasis on renewable energy applications. His recent publications emphasize microgrid planning for mining, EV integration, and resilient energy systems. He is eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students as a co-supervisor, reflecting his active role in academic mentorship.

Yuan Liمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Predictive Control
• Power Electronics
• Microgrid
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yuan Li is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Applied Power Electronic Systems group within the Faculty of Engineering and Science at Aalborg University, Denmark, working under the supervision of Professor Frede Blaabjerg. Her research focuses on advanced control methodologies for power electronic systems and microgrids. Her primary research interests include: Predictive Control Power Electronics Microgrid Battery Energy Storage Model Predictive Control DC/DC Converters Transients Dr. Li specializes in model predictive control (MPC) applications for DC microgrids and power converters, with recent work emphasizing transient response optimization, prediction horizon design, and integration of neuromorphic computing for grid resilience. Her publications reveal a strong trend toward machine learning-enhanced control systems and hardware-efficient implementations for renewable energy integration. She serves as Principal Investigator for the project "Dynamic Stabilization of DC Microgrids Based on Model Predictive Control of Point-of-Load Converters" (2021-2024), securing significant research funding to develop MPC algorithms for DC microgrid stabilization. Her collaborative network includes prominent researchers like Frede Blaabjerg, Sahoo, and Dragicevic across multiple high-impact publications.

Hossam AFIFIمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Reinforcement Learning
• Edge Computing
• IoT (Internet of Things)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Pr. Hossam AFIFI is a Professor at Telecom SudParis, affiliated with the SAMOVAR research group. His work focuses on reinforcement learning, edge computing, and IoT-enabled networks. He has contributed to optimizing autonomous UAV systems, mobile edge architectures, and 6G network technologies. His research integrates AI-driven solutions for vehicular networks, energy management in IIoT microgrids, and dynamic resource allocation in wireless systems. With a prolific publication record since 1992, his work emphasizes network optimization, cybersecurity, and smart infrastructure design. Key areas include UAV-assisted communications, intelligent reflecting surfaces (IRS), and resilient IoT frameworks.

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Smart Grids
• Electrical Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eleonora Riva Sanseverino is a Full Professor of Engineering at the University of Palermo, affiliated with the Department of Electrical Engineering (DEIM). She serves as a delegate for coordination of European programs at the university. Her research focuses on renewable energy integration, smart grids, energy storage systems, and blockchain applications in energy markets. She actively supervises master’s theses on topics such as offshore wind energy in Sicily, energy transition strategies, and microgrid optimization. Her work includes analyzing the impact of renewable energy sources on grid stability, developing energy management systems, and exploring blockchain solutions for energy communities. She teaches courses on electroenergy systems and advises on projects related to electric vehicle infrastructure, hydrogen utilization, and grid-forming converter technologies. Her office hours are held at DEIM and the Caltanissetta Educational Center.