Prof. Goran Strbac | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Goran Strbac | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Goran Strbac | Renewable Energy – Imperial College London, United Kingdom

Goran Štrbac is a distinguished academic renowned for his significant contributions to the field of energy systems, particularly in renewable energy integration, smart grids, and energy management. With an illustrious career marked by groundbreaking research and extensive collaboration with global experts, he has shaped the understanding of decentralized energy systems. His work not only addresses theoretical aspects but also offers practical solutions for sustainable energy management, reflecting his commitment to advancing global energy security and efficiency.

Profile:

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Education:

Goran Štrbac pursued his academic journey with a focus on electrical engineering and energy systems. He obtained his undergraduate degree from a prestigious institution, followed by advanced studies leading to a Ph.D. His academic foundation was built upon rigorous training in energy systems modeling, power electronics, and sustainability, equipping him with the expertise needed to tackle complex energy challenges.

Experience:

Since completing his Ph.D., Goran Štrbac has held esteemed academic positions, including his current role at Imperial College London. His career has been characterized by a blend of teaching, research, and leadership roles, where he has influenced both academic curricula and cutting-edge research projects. His involvement in various international collaborations has broadened his impact, fostering innovations in energy technologies and policy frameworks.

Research Interests:

Goran Štrbac’s research interests are centered around energy systems optimization, renewable energy integration, smart grid technologies, and decentralized energy management. His work delves into advanced modeling techniques, energy storage solutions, and the economic evaluation of energy systems. He is particularly interested in the role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in enhancing energy efficiency and grid resilience.

Awards:

Goran Štrbac’s contributions have been recognized through numerous awards and honors. Notably, he has received prestigious accolades for his outstanding research in energy systems, reflecting his role as a thought leader in the field. His work has not only advanced academic knowledge but also influenced energy policy and technological development worldwide.

Publications 📚:

  1. “Federated Reinforcement Learning for Decentralized Peer-to-Peer Energy Trading” (2025)
  2. “Techno-Economic Evaluation of Seasonal Energy Storage in the Electric-Hydrogen-Heating Energy System” (2025)
  3. “Generation and Transmission Expansion Planning Incorporating Economically Feasible Heterogeneous Demand-Side Resources” (2025)
  4. “Co-optimizing Frequency-Containment Services from Zero-Carbon Sources in Electricity Grids Dominated by Renewable Energy Sources” (2025)
  5. “The Impact of Hydrogen on Decarbonization and Resilience in Integrated Energy Systems” (2025)
  6. “Modeling Seasonal Thermal Storage Dynamics in the Year-Round Scheduling of Renewable Energy Systems” (2025)
  7. “A Systematic Review of Modelling Methods for Studying the Integration of Hydrogen into Energy Systems” (2025)

Conclusion:

Goran Štrbac’s exceptional academic journey, innovative research, and impactful contributions to energy systems position him as a standout candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work has significantly advanced the understanding and application of sustainable energy solutions, fostering a more resilient and efficient global energy landscape. Recognizing his achievements with this prestigious award would not only honor his dedication and expertise but also inspire future generations of researchers to continue pushing the boundaries of energy innovation.

Ms. Cláudia Ferreira | Energy Harvest | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Cláudia Ferreira | Energy Harvest | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Cláudia Ferreira | Tyndall National Institute | Ireland

🌟 Ana Cláudia Ferreira is a PhD candidate at University College Cork, specializing in biomedical engineering and developing a smart bolus system for multi-parameter monitoring of bovine ruminal fluid 🐄. Her PhD project is a collaboration between Tyndall National Institute and VistaMilk SFI Research Centre 🌐. Ana has a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Minho, with a specialization in Medical Electronics 🧑‍🔬. She has participated in several international conferences, presenting her innovative work on electrochemical devices and health monitoring technologies 💡. Ana is passionate about advancing healthcare solutions and sustainable technologies 🌱.

Professional Profile:

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Suitability for Best Researcher award

Ana Cláudia Ferreira is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher award due to her exceptional contributions to the field of biomedical engineering. As a PhD candidate at University College Cork, her research on developing a smart bolus system for multi-parameter monitoring of bovine ruminal fluid showcases her innovative approach to integrating health monitoring technology into animal care. This collaboration with Tyndall National Institute and VistaMilk SFI Research Centre strengthens her position as a forward-thinking researcher in both biomedical and sustainable technologies.

Education 📖 & Experience 👩‍💼

  • 📜 PhD Candidate, Engineering Science Programme, University College Cork (2021–Present)
    • PhD Project: Development of a smart bolus system for bovine health monitoring 🐄
  • 🎯 MSc in Biomedical Engineering, University of Minho (2015–2020)
    • Specialization in Medical Electronics
  • 🌍 Erasmus+ Exchange Programme, University of South-Eastern Norway (2019–2020)
  • 🏫 BSc in Biomedical Engineering (Year not specified)
  • 🔬 Research Intern, Tyndall National Institute (Oct 2020–Jan 2021)
  • 💼 Intern, Sensovann AS (Aug 2019–Jun 2020)
    • Worked on electrochemical multi-parametric device development ⚙️

Professional Development

🌱 Ana has actively developed her research skills through internships and conference presentations 🌍. As a PhD candidate, she collaborates with Tyndall National Institute and VistaMilk SFI Research Centre, exploring innovative solutions in health monitoring and energy harvesting technologies 💡. Ana presented her work at international forums, such as the 33rd World Congress on Biosensors 🧬 in Busan, Korea, and the 8th International Conference on Bio-Sensing Technology in Seville, Spain 🇰🇷🇪🇸. Her academic journey reflects a commitment to merging technology with healthcare, enhancing sustainable solutions for agriculture and biomedical sectors 🧑‍🔬.

Research Focus 

🔬 Ana’s research focuses on biomedical engineering and the development of smart devices for health monitoring. Her primary project involves creating a smart bolus system for multi-parameter monitoring of bovine ruminal fluid 🐄. This system aims to revolutionize livestock management by providing real-time data on cattle health 🐮. Ana also explores energy harvesting technologies ⚡, including piezoelectric energy harvesters for low-power applications in healthcare devices. Through her work, she seeks to contribute to both agricultural innovation 🌾 and biomedical applications 🏥, with an emphasis on sustainable, efficient solutions for animal and human health monitoring. 🌍

Awards & Honors 🏆 

  • 🏅 Oral presentations at prestigious conferences like the 33rd World Congress on Biosensors and EPoSS Annual Forum
  • 🌟 Poster presentations at IEEE EMBC 2022 and IEEE Region 8 Student Congress 2022
  • 🧑‍🔬 Master’s Thesis supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
  • 🔬 Recognition for the development of a multi-parameter biosensing smart bolus device
  • 📜 Published work on energy harvesting and biosensing technologies

Publication Top Notes:

🔬 A Fast Portable Unit for Lab-on-Site Electrochemistry – Cláudia Ferreira, Fiona Barry, Miomir Todorović, Patrick Sugrue, Sofia Rodrigues Teixeira, Paul Galvin

 

 

 

Aimon Mirza Baig | Power Grid Stability | Best Researcher Award

Aimon Mirza Baig | Power Grid Stability | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Aimon Mirza Baig, Imperial College London, United Kingdom.

Aimon Mirza Baig is a PhD candidate at Imperial College London, specializing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. His research focuses on real-time modeling of flexible assets for power grid stability in renewable energy-dominated systems. Aimon has contributed to innovative solutions for enhancing power grid security, co-optimizing ancillary services, and integrating zero-carbon sources like flexible nuclear power plants. He has presented his work at multiple international conferences and published in top journals. Aimon is passionate about teaching and mentoring future engineers, having held teaching roles at Imperial College London and in Saudi Arabia. 🌍⚡🔬

Publication Profile 

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Education And Experiance

  • PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Imperial College London (2019-present)
    • Research: Real-time modeling for power grid stability with renewable energy sources ⚡
  • MSc in Advanced Electrical Engineering, Queen Mary University (2018-2019)
    • Dissertation: Optimizing lithium-ion battery state of charge 📊🔋
  • BEng in Electrical Engineering, University of Greenwich (2015-2018)
    • First-class honors 🎓
  • Graduate Teaching Assistant at Imperial College London (2020-present)
    • Taught optimization models and supervised PhD students 🧑‍🏫
  • Teaching Experience at Universal Enrichment Program, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2024)
    • Delivered STEM lectures and workshops for high school students 🌍🎓

Suitability For the Award

Mrs. Aimon Mirza Baig is an exceptional researcher specializing in power grid stability and renewable energy integration. His groundbreaking work, including the development of stochastic unit commitment models and co-optimization of ancillary services from zero-carbon sources, has significantly advanced the field. With a PhD from Imperial College London and multiple high-impact publications, Baig’s innovative contributions to energy systems, particularly in the context of flexible nuclear power and renewable integration, make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His expertise and research have the potential to shape the future of sustainable energy systems.

Professional Development

Aimon has continuously developed his skills in both research and teaching. At Imperial College London, he developed expertise in computational optimization models, using Python and C++ for real-time data simulations and system modeling. He also gained valuable teaching experience by assisting students in courses like “Control Systems Lab” and “Mathematics.” His ability to convey complex concepts to undergraduate students has honed his communication and mentoring skills. Aimon’s experience with international conferences and research publications further enriched his professional growth, allowing him to stay at the forefront of advancements in electrical engineering and renewable energy integration. 📚🌐💡

Research Focus

Aimon’s research is focused on power grid stability and renewable energy integration. He specializes in stochastic unit commitment models, optimizing ancillary services like inertia and frequency response from zero-carbon sources, including flexible nuclear power plants. His work aims to enhance system stability in grids with high penetration of renewable energy sources (RES). Aimon’s contributions to bi-level optimization and market design for virtual power plants help address the challenges of balancing energy production with grid security. His innovative models support the decarbonization goals of the UK and other nations. 🌱⚡🔧

Awards And Honors

  • PhD Scholarship at Imperial College London, funded by the IDLES Project (EDF Energy) 🎓💰
  • Awarded Distinction for MSc in Advanced Electrical Engineering, Queen Mary University 🏅
  • First-Class Honors for BEng in Electrical Engineering, University of Greenwich 🎖️
  • Conference Presentations at 6 international conferences in the UK and Europe 🎤🌍
  • Publications in High-Impact Journals: IEEE, Applied Energy, and International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems 📑

Publication Top Notes 

  • Importance of Linking Inertia and Frequency Response Procurement: The Great Britain Case (2021) – Cited by 3 📚🔋
  • Market Design for Ancillary Service Provisions of Inertia and Frequency Response via Virtual Power Plants: A Non-Convex Bi-Level Optimisation Approach (2024) – Cited by 4 ⚡🔌
  • Co-optimising Frequency-Containment Services from Zero-Carbon Sources in Electricity Grids Dominated by Renewable Energy Sources (2025)  🌱🔋

Dr. Wei Kou | Renewable Energy

Dr. Wei Kou : Leading Researcher in Renewable Energy

Dr. Wei Kou, GE Digital, United States

🎉 Congratulations, Dr. Wei Kou!

🏆 On behalf of ScienceFather, we celebrate your remarkable achievement in winning the prestigious Best Researcher Award! Your dedication, innovative research, and scholarly contributions have left an indelible mark in your field. 🌟 Your commitment to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of research is truly commendable. Here’s to your continued success in shaping the future of academia and making invaluable contributions to your field.

🌟 Dr. Wei Kou is known for their deep commitment to advancing the field of electrical engineering, particularly in the intersection of power systems and renewable energy. Their academic journey, marked by a Ph.D. from a prestigious institution and a Master’s degree in a specialized field, reflects a dedication to continuous learning and staying at the forefront of technological advancements.✨

Professional Profiles :

.  Google Scholar

.  ORCID

.  Scopus

🎓 Education :

~   Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT: 2018

~   MS in Power Electronics and Electric Drives, North China Electric Power University, Baoding, China, 2014

🔬 Research Experience:

University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Graduate Research Assistant (2014-2018)

  • Optimal Sizing and Locating Strategy for DER Integrating in BES:
    • Developed a method based on linear sensitivity factors for system security analysis and optimal locating of Distributed Energy Resources (DER).
    • Conducted continuous power flow and power security analysis on IEEE standard transmission test systems.
  • Direct Load Control Design on UConn Microgrid:
    • Applied machine learning algorithms to mine campus utility consumption data for prediction, pattern grouping, and association analysis.
    • Designed a distributed optimization algorithm to assess building-level demand response control.
  • Inverter-Based UConn Microgrid Integration Control Design (Sponsored by ParetoEnergy, Inc.):
    • Built a 27 kV/10.4 kV back-to-back interfaced distributed system model in Matlab/Simulink.
    • Validated the designed fault ride-through control in RTDS/Opal-RT co-simulation Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test. 🌐⚡️
🔍 Research  Interests:

1.  Power system

2.   Smart grid

3.  Renewable energy

4.  ICT

5.  Fault ride through

📚 Publication Impact and Citations : 

Scopus Metrics :

  • 📝 Publications: 10 documents indexed in Scopus.
  • 📊 Citations: A total of 66 citations for his publications, reflecting the widespread impact and recognition of Dr. Wei Kou’s research within the academic community.

Google Scholar Metrics :

All Time:

  • Citations: 147 📖
  • h-index: 7 📊
  • i10-index: 5 🔍

Since 2018:

  • Citations: 109 📖
  • h-index: 6 📊
  • i10-index: 4 🔍

👨‍🏫 A prolific researcher with significant impact and contributions in the field, as evidenced by citation metrics. 🌐🔬

Publications ( Top Note ) :

1.  Modeling analysis and experimental research on a combined-type vertical axis wind turbine

Published  Year : 2011, Cited By : 30

2.  Fault ride through strategy of inverter-interfaced microgrids embedded in distributed network considering fault current management

Published  Year : 2018, Cited By : 25

3.  A direct phase-coordinates approach to fault ride through of unbalanced faults in large-scale photovoltaic power systems

Published  Year : 2015, Cited By : 25

4.  Combined vertical axis wind turbine design

Published  Year : 2011, Cited By : 15

5.  Game-theoretic approach for smartgrid energy trading with microgrids during restoration

Published  Year : 2017, Cited By : 10

6.  A distributed demand response algorithm and its application to campus microgrid

Published  Year : 2018, Cited By : 8

7.  Optimal location strategy for distributed generation to maximize system voltage stability based on line sensitivity factors

Published  Year : 2018, Cited By : 8

8.  Distributed demand-side management for microgrids in modern power system

Published  Year : 2020, Cited By : 5

9.  A new hybrid mode control strategy of flyback inverter for photovoltaic AC modules

Published  Year : 2013, Cited By : 4

10.  Co-simulation testbed for unbalanced fault ride through hardware in the loop validation

Published  Year : 2018, Cited By: 3

 

 

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