Hyo-Sik Yang is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Sejong University. His research spans interdisciplinary domains at the intersection of computer science, energy systems, and smart grid technologies. Academic Focus: Smart Grids, Communication Networks, and IoT-Enabled Energy Systems Key Themes: Cybersecurity, Time Series Analysis, and Renewable Energy Integration Recent publications emphasize security frameworks for IoT-based microgrids , AI-driven energy forecasting , and robust energy storage control mechanisms . His work integrates communication architectures with energy management to enhance grid resilience and efficiency. Trends show a strong focus on Smart Grid and Explainable AI applications in energy systems.
Arsalan Najafi is a Postdoc Research Fellow at Chalmers University of Technology, affiliated with the School of Architecture and Civil Engineering and the Urban Mobility Group . His work bridges transportation and energy systems through advanced optimization techniques. University: Chalmers University of Technology School: School of Architecture and Civil Engineering Department: Urban Mobility Group Academic Rank: Research Fellow Research Interests: Arsalan specializes in transportation electrification , multi-energy systems , and optimization methodologies . His current work focuses on integrating renewable energy with electric transport infrastructure, optimizing charging networks, and modeling urban mobility's environmental impact. Publication Trends: Recent outputs emphasize data-driven urban mobility solutions , electric bus energy modeling , and multi-sector energy optimization . Key journals include Transportation Research Part D , Applied Energy , and IEEE Access .
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.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
Donna Attanasio serves as a Professorial Lecturer in Law at the George Washington University Law School and Managing Director of the GW Alliance for a Sustainable Future. She joined GW Law in July 2013, serving as Assistant Dean for Energy Law until November 2023 where she led the Sustainable Energy Initiative and coordinated environmental/energy law programs. Education: AB in Economics, Smith College Juris Doctor (JD), Harvard Law School Research Focus: Her scholarship centers on legal and regulatory frameworks for electric utility transitions to sustainable energy, with expertise in microgrids, community solar, advanced nuclear technologies, and energy equity. She examines the critical nexus between sustainable energy access, public health, and environmental sustainability through interdisciplinary environmental law and policy lenses. Professional Recognition: Energy Bar Association’s Paul E. Nordstrom Service Award (2022) Consistently ranked as leading practitioner in electric energy regulatory law by industry publications Leadership & Affiliations: Former President of the Energy Bar Association (EBA), chair of EBA’s energy law education committee, and DC Bar Nominations Committee chair. Serves as Internal Affiliate of the GW Environmental and Energy Management Institute and member of the GW Climate & Health Institute team. Also advises Smith College’s Center for the Environment, Ecological Design, and Sustainability.
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 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.
Dr. Robert Kerwin Billones is an Associate Professor and Graduate Studies Coordinator at De La Salle University in Manila, Philippines. He is affiliated with the Department of Manufacturing Engineering and Management and serves as a faculty researcher under the Center for Engineering and Sustainable Development Research. Dr. Billones leads the Intelligent Systems Laboratory and is actively engaged in research collaboration and partnerships. Dr. Billones earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Electronics and Communications Engineering from De La Salle University. His academic journey demonstrates a strong foundation in engineering principles with a focus on communications and electronic systems. His research interests span multiple cutting-edge domains including artificial intelligence, computer vision, biomedical engineering, cloud computing, data engineering, intelligent transport systems, and smart cities. His work bridges theoretical concepts with practical applications across various industries. He has made significant contributions to machine learning applications in medical diagnostics, transportation systems, agricultural optimization, and sustainable energy solutions. With 112 publications to his name and over 108,0059 reads on ResearchGate, Dr. Billones has established himself as a prominent researcher in his fields of interest. His recent work shows a strong focus on AI ecosystems, digital twinning for smart infrastructure, and optimization of renewable energy systems using linear programming approaches. Dr. Billones has been actively involved in numerous research collaborations, as evidenced by his extensive co-author network across various departments at De La Salle University. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary approaches that connect engineering principles with real-world problem solving.
Dr. Danielle Griego is a Lecturer at ETH Zurich's Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering and Executive Director of Design++, an interdisciplinary initiative fostering collaboration across 6 departments and over 20 professors. She holds a Ph.D. from ETH Zurich (2020), focusing on building-integrated solar photovoltaics and energy efficiency through participant-driven mobile apps. Her work bridges architecture, engineering, and sustainability, with prior roles including leading Singapore’s EcoCampus program at NTU. Her research emphasizes energy-efficient building design, community solar policy, and smart urban technologies. Education: Ph.D. in Architecture and Building Systems (ETH Zurich, 2020) M.Sc. Civil Engineering (University of Colorado Boulder, 20XX) B.Sc. Architectural Engineering (University of Colorado Boulder, 20XX) Her research interests include sustainable urban energy systems, behavioral change via technology, and the integration of renewable energy into built environments. She leads Design++ to advance interdisciplinary projects with industry partners, addressing real-world challenges in energy efficiency and smart cities. Grants & Advising: No formal advisee list provided, but actively involved in supervising Design++ initiatives and teaching courses related to building energy systems and sustainable design. Labs/Teams: Design++ at ETH Zurich serves as a central hub for cross-disciplinary research and education in design innovation and sustainability.
Dragan Maksimovic is a Distinguished Professor and Charles Victor Schelke Endowed Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering at the University of Colorado. He serves as Co-Director of the Colorado Power Electronics Center (CoPEC), leading research in smart power electronics and digital control for high-frequency power converters. His work focuses on renewable energy integration, wide bandgap semiconductor applications, and efficient energy systems. Research Interests: Power electronics for renewable energy, high-frequency power conversion using wide bandgap semiconductors, digital control of switched-mode converters, and integrated circuits for power management. His lab, CoPEC, has secured support from NSF, DARPA, ARPA-E, and industry partners. Awards: IEEE Fellow 2023 IEEE William E. Newell Power Electronics Award 2022 IEEE PELS R. David Middlebrook Achievement Award Advising & Grants: Supervises research aligned with CoPEC's industrial collaborations. Major grants include projects on DC fast charging, grid integration, and high-efficiency converter designs. Labs & Teams: Leads the Colorado Power Electronics Center (CoPEC), a hub for advanced power electronics research and development.
Kanad Basu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), affiliated with the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science. He holds the title of Fellow, Eugene McDermott Distinguished Professor. Previously, he worked at IBM and Synopsys, and was an Assistant Research Professor at New York University. His research focuses on hardware security, AI hardware, quantum computing, and VLSI testing. Basu has authored over 130 peer-reviewed publications, 2 patents, and received the Best Paper Award at the 2011 International Conference on VLSI Design. Education: PhD and MS in Computer Engineering from the University of Florida (2012), BE in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering from Jadavpur University, India (2007). Research Interests: His work spans hardware security (e.g., side-channel attacks, hardware Trojans), functional safety in automotive systems, quantum computing EDA tools, and AI-driven verification techniques. Recent projects include secure assertion generation using LLMs, radiation hardening for edge AI, and quantum circuit equivalence checking. Recent Achievements: Won NSF CAREER Award (2025), served on TPC for IEEE DATE 2026 and IEEE Quantum Week 2026, and led the TIES lab to win NSF CAREER funding. His lab has produced over 15 PhD graduates, many now in industry roles at Intel, NXP, and Oak Ridge National Lab. Awards: Includes NSF CAREER (2025), IEEE Top Picks (2024/2023), and Blavatnik nomination (2019). Academic service roles include associate editorships for IEEE Design & Test and IET Computers. Lab & Collaborations: The Trustworthy & Intelligent Embedded Systems (TIES) lab collaborates with NSF CHEST and TxACE. Ongoing projects involve quantum simulation frameworks (QuaSi), secure DNN acceleration (MENDNet), and radiation-aware functional safety.
