Alumni at University of Saskatchewan
26) Dr. Hamidreza Mosaddegh Hesar, Postdoctoral Fellow, July 2022 - June 2024.
25) Dr. Saeedreza Jadidi, Postdoctoral Fellow, Nov. 1, 2023 - Mar. 10, 2024 (, ).
24) Dr. Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir, Postdoctoral Fellow, Oct. 2021 - May 2023 (R&D Scientist, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, Chalk River, Ontario, Canada).
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23) Sarah Allahmoradi, PhD degree, Sept. 2021 - Aug. 2024. The thesis title:"Data-driven Framework for Volt/Var Optimization in Modern Distribution Networks" (Engineer-in-Training, Advanced Power Systems, FortisAlberta, Calgary, AB, Canada).
22) Shahabodin Afrasiabi, PhD degree, Sept. 2021 - Aug. 2024. The thesis title:"Distribution System State Estimation using Data-Driven Approaches"(Power System consultant II, PSC Consulting, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada).
21) Elisha Asiri, PhD degree, Jan. 2018 - Aug. 2023. The thesis title:" Increased Penetration of Distributed Roof-Top Photovoltaic Systems in Secondary Low Voltage Networks: Interconnection Impact Analysis and Mitigation" (Research Manager, Net Zero Atlantic, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada).
20) Aman Samson Mogos, PhD degree, Jan. 2021 - Aug. 2023. The thesis title: "A Data-driven Framework for Transformer Health Monitoring in Distribution Networks" (Advisor – Distribution Planning, Quanta Technology LLC, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, remote).
19) Bingzhi Wang, PhD degree, Jan. 2020 - Mar. 2023. The thesis title: "A Novel Embedded Feature Selection Framework for Probabilistic Load Forecasting with Sparse Data via Bayesian Inference".
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18) Alireza Asadi, M.Sc degree, Sept. 2022 - October 2024. The thesis title: "Multi-Port DC-DC Converters for Renewable Energy Systems" (SaskPower, Engineer-in-Training, Interconnections and System Planning, Regina, SK, Canada).
17) Shahab Karamdel, M.Sc degree, January 2022 - August 2024. The thesis title: "Conservation Voltage Reduction Technique in Renewable-Rich Multi-Energy Systems" (SaskPower, Engineer-in-Training, Interconnections and System Planning, Regina, SK, Canada).
16) Muhammad Talha, M.Sc degree, Jan. 2021 - Oct. 2023. The thesis title: "Experimental Investigation of Open-Switch Faults for Interfacing Inverters in Microgrids Using OPAL-RT Real-time Simulator Test Bench" (Electrical Engineer-in-Training, Comco Controls, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada).
15) Mosayeb Afshari Igder, M.Sc degree, January 2021 - May 2023. The thesis title: "Microgrid Formation-based Service Restoration Using Deep Reinforcement Learning and Optimal Switch Placement in Distribution Networks" (Power System Planning Engineer, Hatch, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada).
14) Shah Mohammad Rezwanul Haque Shawon, M.Sc degree, January 2021 - May 2023. The thesis title: "Microgrid Planning in Distribution Networks Through Optimal Allocation and Sizing of Distributed Generation and Microgrid Formation" (Junior Engineer, Primary Engineering and Construction, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada).
13) Mehdi Abbasipour, M.Sc degree, Jan. 2021 - Mar. 2023. The thesis title: "Power Flow Studies of HVDC Grids with DC Power Flow Controllers".
12) Md Abu Saaklayen, M.Sc degree, Jan. 2021 - Jan. 2023. The thesis title: "Planning and Service Restoration Using Soft Open Points in Renewable-rich Distribution Networks" (Engineer, Dhaka Power Distribution Company Ltd. (DPDC), Dhaka, Bangladesh).
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11) Shaikat Chowdhury, M.Eng degree, Sept. 2022 - April 2024. The project title: "Inspection, Mitigation and Modelling of Transmission Structure Corrosion due to Stray Currents Using Comsol" (Distribution Engineer in Training, Stantec, Saskatoon, Canada).
10) Omid Mohammadpour, M.Eng degree, Sept. 2022 - April 2024. The project title: "Machine Learning-based Forecasting Techniques for Wind Speeds and Photovoltaic Power Generation".
9) Uzair Zaman, M.Eng degree, Jan. 2021 - Dec. 2022. The project title: "Energy Savings and Load Demand Reduction through Conservation Voltage Reduction in Distribution Systems" (, , ).
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8) Sobhan Sarani, PhD student, Oct. 2023 - June 2024.
7) Austin Bowes, NSERC USRA (Undergraduate Student Research Award) Recipient, May 2022 - Aug. 2022. The research project is related to fault diagnosis of interfacing inverters of distributed generation units in Microgrids.
6) Ahmad Siroos, Visiting Research Student, May 2023 - May 2024.
5) Farzaneh Shojaei, Visiting Research Student, Nov. 2023 - March 2024.
4) Chenyang Wang, Research Associate, Feb. 2021 - Dec. 2021
3) Elias Hassani Sangani, M.Sc student, Jan. - Aug. 2021.
2) Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir, Visiting Research Student. The research project title: "Advanced microgrid control techniques", Sept. 2019 - August 2020.
1) Shafi Md Kawsar Zaman, Visiting Research Student. The research project title: "Induction motors fault diagnosis methods using semi-supervised machine learning", Sept. 2019 - July 2020.
Alumni at Memorial University of Newfoundland
22) Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir, Ph.D degree (Sept. 2017 - August 2021). The thesis title: "Advanced Control Schemes for Wind Power Plants and Renewable Energy-Based Islanded Microgrids" (R&D Scientist, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, Chalk River, Ontario, Canada).
21) Shafi Md Kawsar Zaman, M.Eng degree (Sept. 2018 - August 2020). The thesis title: "Signal Processing and Graph-based Semi-Supervised Learning Based Fault Diagnosis for Direct Online Induction Motor" (R&D Scientist (Data Analytics), Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, Chalk River, Ontario, Canada).
20) Hla U May Marma, M.Eng. degree (September 2018 - August 2020). The thesis title: "Commercial, Industrial and Household Electrical Load Modeling and Short-term Load Forecasting".
19) Mohammad Zawad Ali, M.Eng. degree (September 2017 - August 2019). The thesis title: "Induction Motors Fault Diagnosis Using Machine Learning and Advanced Signal Processing Techniques" (Software Developer in Big Data and Artificial Intelligence, Verafin, St. John's, NL, Canada)
18) Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury, M.Eng. degree (September 2017 - August 2019). The thesis title: "Design and Performance Evaluation of Different Power Pad Topologies for Electric Vehicles Wireless Charging Systems" (Instructor of Electronic Systems Engineering Technology, College of the North Atlantic, St. John's, NL, Canada).
17) Kenneth Edomwandekhoe, M.Eng. degree (September 2016 - August 2018). The thesis title: "Modeling and Fault Diagnosis of Broken Rotor Bar Faults in Induction Motors".
16) Amir Ahadi, M.Eng. degree (September 2016 - August 2018). The thesis title: "Analytical Approach Based Generation Planning with Wind Energy Integration".
15) Chowdhury Andalib Bin Karim, M.Eng. degree (January 2016- December 2017). The thesis title: "Controil Based Power Quality Improvement in Microgrids" (Rogers Communications, Technical Support Consultant (Tier 2), Toronto, ON, Canada).
14) Mithun Madhukumar, Masters of Applied Science degree (in Energy Systems), Design project, "Sustainable Memorial University: University Campus Microgrid Design and Energy Management", June-December 2020 (Outage Coordination Engineer, Nova Scotia Power, Halifax, NS, Canada).
13) Albino Sebastian, Masters of Applied Science degree (in Energy Systems), Design project, "Sustainable Memorial University: University Campus Microgrid Design and Energy Management", June-December 2020 (Product Support Specialist, Quorum Information Technology, St. John's, NL, Canada)
12) Soni Thekkecheneckel Raju, Masters of Applied Science degree (in Energy Systems), Design project, "Sustainable Memorial University: University Campus Microgrid Design and Cost Evaluation Using Homer", June-December 2020
11) Tonse Suresh, Masters of Applied Science degree (in Energy Systems), Design project, "Sustainable Memorial University: University Campus Microgrid Design and Cost Evaluation Using Homer", June-December 2020
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10) Sheikh Fazle Rabbi, Postdoctoral Fellow, Feb. 2019 - Feb. 2020. Research project title: "Autonomous operation of high efficiency ESP drive systems for improved oil recovery" (funded by NSERC CRD Grant).
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9) Cherechi Izuchukwu Ndukwe, Ph.D student, Sept. 2017 - August 2020. Research project title: "Internet of things applications to micro-grid and hybrid power systems" (co-supervised with Dr. Tariq Iqbal).
8) Mirza Jabbar Aziz Baig, Ph.D student, Sept. 2018 - June 2020. Research project title: "Distributed generation system with peer to peer energy trading for Pakistan" (co-supervised with Dr. Tariq Iqbal).
7) Md Shamsul Arifin, Research Assistant, Jan. 2019 – Aug. 2019. Research project title: "Control Methods Review in Microgrids".
6) Matthew Carter, Research Assistant, Aug. 2018 – Jan. 2019. Research project title: "Disturbance Mitigation through Advanced Control Techniques in Modern Power Grids".
5) Chenyang Wang, Research Assistant, April – Nov. 2018. Research project title: "Minimum Separation Distance between Transmission Lines and Underground Pipelines Considering Electromagnetic Interference" (funded by NSERC Engage Grant).
4) Dr. Yunfei Wang, Research Assistant, May – Oct. 2017. Research project title: "Investigation of Zero Sequence Harmonics in the Power System of Calgary International Airport" (funded by NSERC Engage Grant).
3) Syed Enam Reza, Research assistant (May – December 2016). Syed's research project title: "Probabilistic Generation and Transmission Planning With Renewable Energy Integration" (funded by RDC R&D Ignite).
2) Anh Minh Le, Undergraduate Research Assistant (Co-op), Jan. - Apr. 2018. Research project title: "Wind Farm Controller Design".
1) Xiaodi Yan, Undergraduate Research Assistant (Co-op), Oct. - Dec. 2017. Research project title: "Data Mining of Grid-Connected Wind Farm Measurement Data".
Alumni at Washington State University
6) Andrew Miller, Master's student, "Mathematical Methods for Dynamic Load Modeling", 20155) John Hofman, Undergraduate research assistant, "Grid Impacts of Embedded Energy Storage for Distributed PV Systems with Advanced Inverter Controls", 2015
4) KueiJih Lu, Undergraduate research assistant, "Analysis and Design of a Low Cost, High Power Density Inverter for Micro-Grid Solar PV Application", 2015
3) Richard Michael Vallejo, Undergraduate research assistant, "Analysis and Design of a Low Cost, High Power Density Inverter for Micro-Grid Solar PV Application", 2015
2) Tom Diehl, Undergraduate research assistant, "Development of Dynamic Modeling Method", 2014
1) Dr. Yi He, Visiting Scholar, Tianjin University, China, "Wave Energy Generation Systems", and "Dynamic Load Modeling Using Synchrophasor Data", 2015