Rui Wang | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Rui Wang | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Rui Wang, Northeastern University, China

Dr. Rui Wang is a Professor at the College of Information Science and Engineering, Northeastern University, China. He specializes in energy internet, smart grids, stability analysis, and collaborative control strategies. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor at Northeastern University and worked at the National Natural Science Foundation of China. He has been a Visiting Scholar at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Dr. Wang has contributed significantly to power electronics, renewable energy systems, and microgrid stability. As an accomplished researcher, he has received numerous accolades for his publications and serves as an editorial board member and guest editor for prestigious IEEE journals.

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Education 🎓📚

Dr. Rui Wang earned his Ph.D. in Power Electronics and Power Drive from Northeastern University, China (2016-2021). His doctoral research focused on advanced modeling techniques and stability control in smart grids. He completed his B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Automation from Northeastern University (2012-2016), where he developed a strong foundation in power systems, control strategies, and microgrid operations. Throughout his academic journey, he explored cutting-edge technologies in energy conversion, distributed control mechanisms, and DC microgrids, which laid the groundwork for his future research. His interdisciplinary knowledge integrates power systems, electronics, and control engineering, enabling innovative contributions to energy management and grid stability. His educational background supports his extensive research on stability-oriented control, power optimization, and distributed energy management, reflecting his dedication to advancing smart grid technologies and energy internet solutions.

Experience 🏢🔬

Dr. Rui Wang has held several key academic and research positions. Since January 2025, he has been a Professor at Northeastern University’s College of Information Science and Engineering. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor (2023-2024) and worked at the National Natural Science Foundation of China (2022), contributing to national energy research projects. From 2019 to 2020, he was a Visiting Scholar at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, where he collaborated on energy internet and power electronics research. He has chaired multiple IEEE conferences and organized special sessions on power and renewable energy. His experience spans editorial roles for IEEE Transactions on Industrial Applications and IET Renewable Power Generation. Dr. Wang has been actively involved in microgrid stability research, multi-objective collaborative control, and power system optimization. His leadership in national and international projects has significantly contributed to developing robust and efficient smart grid systems.

Awards & Honors 🏆🎖

Dr. Rui Wang has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to energy research. He was honored with the Best Paper Award from IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion (2021) and IEEE Transactions on Consumer Electronics (2022). He also received the Best Reviewer Award from IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics and IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion (2022). In 2023, he won the First Natural Science Award from both the Chinese Association of Automation and China Simulation Federation. Additionally, he was awarded the RINENG Distinguished Scientist and Young Investigator Award (2024). His excellence as an editorial board member and conference chair has been acknowledged through various IEEE recognitions. He has also been an Outstanding Reviewer for IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion and Industrial Electronics (2022). His awards reflect his impactful research in power electronics, energy management, and smart grid optimization.

Research Focus 🔬⚡

Dr. Rui Wang’s research focuses on energy internet modeling, smart grids, and stability analysis. His work explores collaborative control strategies for microgrids, integrating renewable energy sources, and ensuring power system reliability. He specializes in dynamic aggregation modeling of boost converter systems, energy management in DC microgrids, and voltage/current control in distributed power systems. His research on multi-bus DC microgrids has contributed to stability-oriented droop coefficient identification, enhancing power flow optimization. He also investigates cyber-energy interactions, developing robust event-triggered control mechanisms for electric vehicle-to-grid systems. His work in artificial intelligence-based energy management strategies advances smart home power distribution. With a strong focus on multi-objective cooperative control, Dr. Wang’s research ensures efficient, stable, and scalable renewable energy integration, enhancing the resilience and sustainability of modern power networks. His contributions drive the future of energy-efficient, intelligent power systems. 🚀💡

 

Publication Top Notes

📄 Fully distributed energy management strategy for DC bus charging stations with three charging modes – R. Wang, X. Tian, Z. Wei, Q. Sun, P. Wang – Scientific Reports, 2025

⚡ A novel adaptive droop-based SoC balancing control strategy for distributed energy storage system in DC microgrid – L. Guo, X. Liu, X. Li, Z. Wang, Q. Sun – International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy System, 2025

🔋 Fixed-time quasi-consensus energy management method for battery energy storage systems in DC microgrids under two types of DoS attacks – L. Liu, K. Jiang, P. Xiong, R. Wang, Q. Sun – Journal of Energy Storage, 2025

🌍 Resilience enhancement strategy of multiple microgrids based on distribution station area considering two-level power management – X. Liu, X. Li, X. Li, H. Ren, Q. Sun – Energy, 2025

🛠️ Guaranteed Disturbance Compensation and Robust Fault Detection Based on Zonotopic Evaluation – S. Fu, R. Wang, W. Tang, X. Sun – International Journal of Robust and Nonlinear Control, 2025

⚙️ Transient Stability Analysis and Improvement of Multiinverter-Based Microgrid – D. Li, Q. Sun, R. Wang, X. Yu – IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2025

📡 Data-Driven Dynamic Periodic Event-Triggered Control for Uncertain Linear Systems With Guaranteed Extended Dissipativity – W. Qi, Y. Wang, R. Wang, K. Liu – International Journal of Robust and Nonlinear Control, 2025

🌱 An equivalent thermal model for dynamic analysis of integrated electricity and heat systems for renewable energy accommodation – Q. Sun, R. Wang – IET Renewable Power Generation, 2025

🔗 Recursive Remote State Estimation for Stochastic Complex Networks with Degraded Measurements and Amplify-and-Forward Relays – T. Liu, Z. Wang, Y. Liu, R. Wang – IEEE Transactions on Network Science and Engineering, 2025

⚖️ Adaptive SOC equalization of an islanded DC microgrid considering line impedance and energy storage capacity – X. Liu, H. Cao, L. Lan, R. Wang, Q. Sun – Dianli Xitong Baohu yu Kongzhi/Power System Protection and Control, 2025

Conclusion

Rui Wang is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his strong publication record, leadership roles, national and international awards, and successful research funding. His expertise in Energy Internet and Smart Grid Stability aligns with pressing energy challenges. While increased industry collaboration and international funding could further enhance his profile, his current achievements make him a strong contender for the award.

 

Moonyong Kim | Solar Energy | Academic Engagement Excellence Award

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Dr. Moonyong Kim | Solar Energy | Academic Engagement Excellence Award

Dr. Moonyong Kim, UNSW Sydney, Australia

Dr. Moonyong Kim is a Postdoctoral Fellow at UNSW Sydney, specializing in photovoltaic (PV) technology and sustainability 🌞. Holding a PhD in Photovoltaic and Solar Energy Engineering, he has led interdisciplinary projects with over $5.1M in funding 💰. His research focuses on sustainable PV manufacturing, lifecycle assessments (LCA), and innovations for terawatt-scale production 🔋. Dr. Kim has published 70+ articles and contributed to patents on PV efficiency 🌍. He collaborates with global industry leaders like Trina Solar and JA Solar, driving advancements in material recycling and emissions reduction. He is a member of the Korean Academy of Scientists and Engineers 🏅.

 

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Academic and Professional Background 🌞

Dr. Moonyong Kim is a Postdoctoral Fellow at UNSW Sydney, specializing in the sustainability of photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing and lifecycle assessments (LCA) 🌍. He holds a PhD in Photovoltaic and Solar Energy Engineering and has successfully led interdisciplinary projects in PV systems, securing over $5.1M in research funding 💰. With expertise in Python programming and teaching LCA standards, he has published 70+ research articles and contributed to patents. His work focuses on sustainable PV manufacturing and innovations for terawatt-scale production 🔋, fostering collaborations with leading global PV industry partners like Trina Solar and JA Solar 🌐.

 

Research and Innovations 🔬

Dr. Moonyong Kim has been involved in research projects with over $5.1M in funding, focusing on sustainable photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing and innovative PV systems 🌞. His key projects include ARENA initiatives for terawatt-scale PV sustainability, AI-based hetero tandem solar cell development (in collaboration with NRF Korea-Australia), and sustainability roadmap development for JA Solar 🌍. With more than 150 citations in top-tier journals, his work has significantly impacted the field of photovoltaic research 📚. Dr. Kim’s research continues to drive advancements in PV systems, contributing to both academic knowledge and industry applications 🌐.

 

Areas of Research ⚡

Dr. Moonyong Kim’s research focuses on advancing photovoltaic (PV) technology and improving the sustainability of solar energy systems 🌞. His work includes lifecycle assessment (LCA) to evaluate the environmental impact of PV manufacturing 🌍. He is dedicated to innovations in terawatt-scale manufacturing, striving to make large-scale solar production more efficient and sustainable 🔋. His research also covers defect engineering to enhance PV performance and material recycling to minimize waste and improve resource efficiency ♻️. Through these efforts, Dr. Kim aims to contribute to the future of clean energy and sustainable manufacturing practices 🌱.

 

Publication Top Notes  

  • Evidence of an identical firing-activated carrier-induced defect in monocrystalline and multicrystalline silicon – 197 citations (2017) 🌞
  • Design considerations for multi-terawatt scale manufacturing of existing and future photovoltaic technologies – 176 citations (2021) ⚡
  • Hydrogen induced degradation: A possible mechanism for light-and elevated temperature-induced degradation in n-type silicon – 141 citations (2018) 🔋
  • Advanced hydrogenation of dislocation clusters and boron-oxygen defects in silicon solar cells – 133 citations (2015) 🏗️
  • A four-state kinetic model for the carrier-induced degradation in multicrystalline silicon: Introducing the reservoir state – 103 citations (2018) 🌱
  • The role of hydrogenation and gettering in enhancing the efficiency of next‐generation Si solar cells – 102 citations (2017) 🔋
  • Device Design Rules and Operation Principles of High-Power Perovskite Solar Cells for Indoor Applications – 101 citations (2020) 🏡
  • Hydrogen-induced degradation: Explaining the mechanism behind light-and elevated temperature-induced degradation in n-and p-type silicon – 85 citations (2020) ⚡
  • Hydrogen-induced degradation – 78 citations (2018) 🌍
  • Evaluating the Impact of SiNx Thickness on Lifetime Degradation in Silicon – 63 citations (2019) 📉

Marina Ustinova | Photovoltaics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Marina Ustinova | Photovoltaics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Marina Ustinova, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy

Dr. Marina I. Ustinova is a postdoctoral researcher at the Centre for Hybrid and Organic Solar Energy (CHOSE), University of Rome Tor Vergata. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences (Physical Chemistry) from the Federal Research Center of Problems of Chemical Physics and Medicinal Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences (FRC PCPMC RAS) in 2023. Her research focuses on the design of innovative materials for photovoltaic devices, particularly perovskite solar cells. Dr. Ustinova’s work has led to significant advances in photochemical and radiation stability of perovskite materials, contributing to their potential deployment in space and terrestrial solar applications. Her achievements include the development of novel perovskite compositions and their optimization for long-term stability and efficiency. Dr. Ustinova has authored numerous articles in high-impact journals and holds multiple patents in the field of photovoltaic technology. She is involved in several ongoing research projects, including the GoPV project on tandem photovoltaic cells and perovskite solar cells for space applications.

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Academic and Professional Background 🧑‍🔬📚

Dr. Marina Ustinova earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences (Physical Chemistry) from the Federal Research Center of Problems of Chemical Physics and Medicinal Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences (FRC PCPMC RAS) in October 2023. Her research focused on the systematic study of APb1-xMxI3 perovskite compositions, leading to the discovery of promising modifiers for perovskite solar cells that enhance their photochemical and radiation stability. Dr. Ustinova holds a Master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (2017–2019) and a Bachelor’s in Materials Chemistry from Lomonosov Moscow State University (2013–2017). 🌍🔬

 

Research and Innovations 🔬💡

Dr. Marina Ustinova has dedicated the past seven years to advancing the design of electronic devices for photovoltaics, such as solar cells and photodetectors. Her research focuses on developing new photoactive chemical compounds, designing innovative materials, and optimizing fabrication techniques. With a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, Dr. Ustinova is deeply invested in the transition to green energy solutions. Her work aims to support natural resource conservation while enhancing the efficiency and performance of solar technologies, contributing to a more sustainable future. 🌱☀️

 

Publication Top Notes  

  • “A europium shuttle for launching perovskites to space: using Eu²⁺/Eu³⁺ redox chemistry to boost photostability and radiation hardness of complex lead halides” – Journal of Materials Chemistry A (2024) 📚, DOI: 10.1039/D3TA07598B
  • “Substitutional Chemistry of MAPbI₃: Gaining Control over Material Photostability and Photovoltaic Performance via Pb²⁺ Replacement” – Advanced Functional Materials (2024-11-20) 📅, DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202407571
  • “Exploring the effects of the alkaline earth metal cations on the electronic structure, photostability and radiation hardness of lead halide perovskites” – Materials Today Energy (2024-10) ⚡, DOI: 10.1016/j.mtener.2024.101687
  • “Enhanced radiation hardness of lead halide perovskite absorber materials via incorporation of Dy²⁺ cations” – Chemical Engineering Journal (2024-08) 🧪, DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2024.152522
  • “Experimental evaluation of indium(i) iodide as a lead-free perovskite-inspired material for photovoltaic applications” – Journal of Materials Chemistry C (2022) 📑, DOI: 10.1039/D1TC05583F
  • “Temperature Dependence of Photochemical Degradation of MAPbBr₃ Perovskite Coatings” – Coatings (2022-07-28) 🎨, DOI: 10.3390/coatings12081066
  • “Improving stability of perovskite solar cells using fullerene-polymer composite electron transport layer” – Synthetic Metals (2022-05) 💡, DOI: 10.1016/j.synthmet.2022.117028
  • “Temperature Dynamics of MAPbI₃ and PbI₂ Photolysis: Revealing the Interplay between Light and Heat, Two Enemies of Perovskite Photovoltaics” – The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters (2021-05-13) 🌞, DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpclett.1c00883
  • “Novel (X‐DADAD)ₙ Polymers with Phenylene and Fluorene Blocks as Promising Electronic Materials for Organic and Perovskite Solar Cells” – physica status solidi (a) (2021-04) 🧩, DOI: 10.1002/pssa.202000816
  • “When iodide meets bromide: halide mixing facilitates the light-induced decomposition of perovskite absorber films” – Nano Energy (2021-04) ⚡, DOI: 10.1016/j.nanoen.2021.106082