Hamid Karimi | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hamid Karimi | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Qom University of Technology, Iran

Dr. Hamid Karimi is a distinguished researcher in Electrical Power Engineering, recognized internationally for his impactful contributions to renewable energy systems, smart grids, and multi-microgrid optimization. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Power Engineering from the Iran University of Science and Technology (2017–2022), where he also completed his M.Sc. (2015–2017) and later pursued postdoctoral research (2022–2023), following his B.Sc. in Electrical Power Engineering from Shahid Beheshti University (2011–2015). Professionally, Dr. Karimi serves as Head of the Central Library and Information Center and Member of the Research Council at Qom University of Technology, alongside roles as Scientific and Executive Editor of the Journal of Power, Control, and Data Processing Systems, and session chair and committee member at leading renewable energy conferences. His research interests span renewable energy integration, demand-side management, multi-energy systems, transactive energy markets, and the application of optimization and AI methods in power systems. With 67 Scopus-indexed publications, 1,355 citations, and an h-index of 22 (24 in Google Scholar, 1,726 citations), he has published in top journals including Applied Energy, Energy, Journal of Energy Storage, and Sustainable Cities and Society, reflecting his strong academic influence. His research skills encompass optimization techniques, stochastic and robust energy scheduling, AI-based resource management, demand response modeling, IoT-enabled smart grid applications, and sustainable system design, underpinned by extensive experience in both theoretical frameworks and applied projects supported by national and international institutions. Among his numerous awards and honors, Dr. Karimi has been consistently ranked as a top student and top research scholar during his academic career, recognized as an Outstanding Reviewer for leading journals, and listed among the world’s top 2% most highly cited scientists in 2024 and 2025, in addition to membership in the National Elite Foundation. In conclusion, Dr. Hamid Karimi exemplifies excellence in research, leadership, and innovation, making significant contributions to advancing sustainable energy solutions, and his proven academic achievements and global recognition highlight his strong potential to continue shaping the future of renewable energy and smart grid systems.

Profile: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publication

  1. Karimi, H. (2022). A strategy-based coalition formation model for hybrid wind/PV/FC/MT/DG/battery multi-microgrid systems considering demand response programs. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 137, 107642.

  2. Karimi, H. (2022). Daily operation of multi‐energy systems based on stochastic optimization considering prediction of renewable energy generation. IET Renewable Power Generation, 16(2), 301–313.

  3. Karimi, H. (2021). Modeling of transactive energy in multi-microgrid systems by hybrid of competitive-cooperative games. Electric Power Systems Research, 199, 107546.

  4. Karimi, H. (2021). Two-stage economic, reliability, and environmental scheduling of multi-microgrid systems and fair cost allocation. Sustainable Energy, Grids and Networks, 28, 100546.

  5. Karimi, H. (2021). Cooperative energy management of multi-energy hub systems considering demand response programs and ice storage. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 133, 106904.

Wenliang Zhao | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Wenliang Zhao | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Professor of Shandong University, China .

Dr. Wenliang Zhao is a distinguished professor at the School of Electrical Engineering, Shandong University. He holds a Ph.D. in Electronic Systems Engineering from Hanyang University and a B.S. from Harbin Institute of Technology. His research interests encompass the design, analysis, and control of electric machines and drive systems, including permanent magnet synchronous machines and power transformers. Dr. Zhao has held various academic and editorial roles, including Deputy Director at the Institute of Electrical Machinery and Appliances. He is an IEEE and IET member, with editorial experience in prestigious journals. Dr. Zhao has received multiple best paper awards and has contributed significantly to international conferences. His extensive research skills and innovative contributions make him a leading expert in electrical engineering. 📚🔬⚡

Professional Profiles:

Education

Dr. Wenliang Zhao holds a Ph.D. in Electronic Systems Engineering from Hanyang University (HYU), Korea, completed in July 2015. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Information Science and Engineering from the Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT), China, in July 2011. 🎓📚

Professional Experience

Dr. Wenliang Zhao is a Professor at the School of Electrical Engineering, Shandong University, China, a position he has held since September 2020. He also serves as the Deputy Director of the Institute of Electrical Machinery and Appliances at Shandong University since October 2020. Prior to his current roles, he was a Research Professor at the same institution from September 2016 to August 2020. Dr. Zhao has also been a Visiting Scholar at Hanyang University, Korea, in July-August 2017, and a Postdoctoral Fellow at Hanyang University from September 2015 to August 2016. 🌟

Research Interest

Dr. Wenliang Zhao’s research interests focus on the design, analysis, and control of electric machines and drive systems, including permanent magnet synchronous machines, linear machines, permanent magnet synchronous reluctance machines, and high-speed machines. He is also deeply involved in the study of power transformers and power generation systems. His work aims to advance the efficiency and performance of these electrical systems, contributing significantly to the field of electrical engineering. ⚡🔍

Award and Honors

Dr. Wenliang Zhao has received several prestigious awards and honors throughout his career. He won the Best Paper Award at the 24th International Conference on Electrical Machines and Systems (ICEMS) in October-November 2021. He also received the Best Paper Award at the 13th International Symposium on Linear Drives for Industry Application (LDIA) in July 2021. Additionally, Dr. Zhao was honored with the Best Paper Award at the 39th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society (IECON) in November 2013. These accolades reflect his significant contributions and excellence in the field of electrical engineering. 🏆📜

 Research Skills

Dr. Wenliang Zhao possesses extensive research skills in the field of electrical engineering. His expertise includes the design, analysis, and control of electric machines and drive systems, with a focus on permanent magnet synchronous machines, linear machines, permanent magnet synchronous reluctance machines, and high-speed machines. He is also skilled in the study of power transformers and power generation systems. Dr. Zhao is proficient in advanced modeling and simulation techniques, which he employs to optimize the performance and efficiency of electrical systems. His research contributions are well-documented through numerous publications and conference presentations, showcasing his ability to conduct rigorous scientific investigations and develop innovative solutions in his field. 📊🔧📘

Publications

  1. Fault-tolerant control of current residual vector three-phase four-switch motor drive system based on MLD model
    • Authors: Chen, D., Zhao, W., Sun, Y., …, Zhang, Z., Xin, Z.
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: IET Power Electronics
  2. Analysis of Fine Fault Electrothermal Characteristics of Converter Transformer Reduced-Scale Model
    • Authors: Zhou, X., Luo, Y., Zhu, L., …, Xu, Y., Zhao, W.
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Energies
  3. Optimization Design of Interior Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor With U-Shaped Rotor for Low-Level Torque Ripple and Electromagnetic Vibration
    • Authors: Xing, Z., Wang, X., Zhao, W., …, Xiong, L., Zhang, X.
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification
  4. Modelling and optimisation of the surface-mounted permanent magnet machine with multi-level array magnets
    • Authors: Li, L., Chen, Z., Zhao, W., Diao, C., Kwon, B.-I.
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: IET Electric Power Applications
  5. Improved Synchronous Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation Strategy for Three-Level With Common-Mode Voltage Suppression
    • Authors: Chen, D., Sun, Y., Zhao, G., Zhao, W.
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: IEEE Access
  6. Prediction of Post-demagnetization Electromagnetic Performance for SPMSM Considering Rotor Eccentricity
    • Authors: Li, X., Wang, X., Zhao, W., …, Xiong, L., Zhang, X.
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification
  7. Magnetic Field Calculation of the U-Shaped Interior Permanent-Magnet Synchronous Machine Considering the Parallel Magnetization and Bridge Saturation
    • Authors: Zhou, H., Wang, X., Zhao, W., Xing, Z., Li, X.
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics
  8. Fast Calculation of Electromagnetic Vibration of Surface-Mounted PMSM Considering Teeth Saturation and Tangential Electromagnetic Force
    • Authors: Xing, Z., Wang, X., Zhao, W.
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics
  9. Study of the Protection and Energy Transmission Modes of One Phase Short Circuit to Ground in Inverters
    • Authors: Chen, D., Zhang, Z., Zhang, S., …, Zhao, W., Zhao, W.
    • Year: 2023
    • Journal: Sensors
  10. Design and Analysis of Basic Model of High-speed Surface-mounted Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors Based on Subdomain Method
    • Authors: Xing, Z., Wang, X., Zhao, W.
    • Year: 2023
    • Journal: Journal of Electrical Engineering and Technology