Youcef Himri | Demand Side Management | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Youcef Himri | Demand Side Management | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | Université Tahri Mohamed Becha | Algeria

Dr. Youcef Himri is a Senior Researcher and academic affiliated with Université Tahri Mohamed Béchar and a Safety Engineer at SONELGAZ, specializing in renewable energy systems, energy transition, and smart grids. He holds engineering, magister, doctoral, and habilitation degrees in electrotechnics, energetic physics, and mechanical engineering, with advanced expertise in energy optimization and sustainability. His professional experience spans academic teaching, industrial safety leadership, renewable energy feasibility studies, and national energy infrastructure projects, alongside international research collaborations. Dr. Himri’s research focuses on wind and solar energy assessment, biomass resources, hydrogen energy, smart grid standards, and energy policy, with extensive publications in high-impact journals and reference books. His scholarly impact is reflected in 2,708 citations, an h-index of 14, and an i10-index of 17.

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Featured Publications

Global review and synthesis of trends in observed terrestrial near-surface wind speeds: Implications for evaporation
TR McVicar, ML Roderick, RJ Donohue, LT Li, TG Van Niel, A Thomas et al. – Journal of Hydrology (1,365 citations)

Techno-economical study of hybrid power system for a remote village in Algeria
Y. Himri, A. B. Stambouli, B. Draoui, S. Himri – Energy (269 citations)

Review and use of the Algerian renewable energy for sustainable development
Y. Himri, A. S. Malik, A. B. Stambouli, S. Himri, B. Draoui – Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (213 citations)

Wind power potential assessment for three locations in Algeria
Y. Himri, S. Rehman, B. Draoui, S. Himri – Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (153 citations)

Potential and economic feasibility of wind energy in south west region of Algeria
Y. Himri, M. Merzouk, N. K. Merzouk, S. Himri – Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments (95 citations)

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saidjon Tavarov | Demand Side Management & Energy Efficiency | Editorial Board Member

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saidjon Tavarov | Demand Side Management & Energy Efficiency | Editorial Board Member

Associate Professor | South Ural State University (national research university) | Russia

Dr. Saidjon Shiralievich Tavarov, a researcher and faculty member at South Ural State University specializing in power and energy systems, is an expert in electrical load forecasting, distribution network optimization, and energy efficiency. He holds advanced degrees in power engineering with a focus on electrical systems analysis and has previously served at Tajik Technical University, where he contributed to academic instruction, research leadership, and applied energy projects. His professional experience spans modeling urban electrical networks, developing algorithms for consumption management, and improving operational modes of distribution grids, along with leading studies on household energy behavior, uncertainty-based forecasting, and smart-meter-driven control methods. Dr. Tavarov has authored numerous publications in international journals and conferences, covering semiconductor converter modeling, pulse converter efficiency, fuzzy-logic-based forecasting, reliability assessment, and urban grid performance enhancement. His research has supported practical improvements in energy planning, grid stability, and consumption optimization in regions with complex climatic and infrastructural conditions. He has been recognized for his scholarly contributions through active editorial and peer-review roles for leading journals, including Energies, Sustainability, Algorithms, Electric Power Components and Systems, and the World Electric Vehicle Journal. His professional standing is further supported by memberships in academic communities and ongoing contributions to international research collaborations, reflecting his commitment to advancing modern electrical engineering and sustainable energy development.

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Featured Publications

Saidjon Shiralievich Tavarov*, Forecasting average daily and peak electrical load based on monthly consumption data. Electricity, Accepted.

Saidjon Shiralievich Tavarov*, Model of semiconductor converters for simulating asymmetric loads in autonomous power systems. Int. J. Electr. Comput. Eng., Accepted.

Saidjon Shiralievich Tavarov*, Improving energy indicators of pulse converters. Indones. J. Electr. Eng. Comput. Sci., Accepted.

Mohamed Taieb Krakdia | Smart Grids and Microgrids | Innovative Research Award

Mr. Mohamed Taieb Krakdia | Smart Grids and Microgrids | Innovative Research Award

Mohamed Taieb Krakdia | Proceeds, Energies, Environment and Electrical Systems (PEESE) | Tunisia

Mr. Mohamed Taieb Krakdia is a Distinguished Senior Professor at the Ministry of Education, Tunisia, specializing in electrical engineering and renewable energy systems. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Université Elhadj Lakhder, Algeria, and a Professional Master’s in Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency from ISET Tunisia, and is currently pursuing doctoral research focused on optimizing renewable energy resources in microgrids. His professional career spans over two decades, during which he has served as Senior Professor Emeritus, Principal Teacher, and Senior Secondary School Teacher, contributing extensively to academic instruction, curriculum development, and mentoring of future engineers. His research interests include microgrid optimization, renewable energy integration, and advanced control systems, resulting in notable publications such as studies on sliding-mode and Lyapunov-based control for DC microgrids and hybrid photovoltaic-wind generation systems with fuel cells and battery storage. Mohamed Taieb’s contributions extend beyond teaching and research, including leadership in educational programs, project development, and participation in professional knowledge-sharing platforms. He has been recognized for his academic excellence through professional certifications such as CAPES and has engaged in editorial and peer-review activities, further strengthening the research community. His dedication to innovation, research, and education positions him as a valuable contributor to advancing sustainable energy technologies and academic excellence.

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Featured Publications

Krakdia, M.T.*, Sliding-Mode and Lyapunov Function Based Control for a DC Microgrid with Renewable Generation, a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell and Battery Storage. In: Advances in Renewable Energy Systems, Springer, 2024, DOI:10.1007/978-981-97-6148-7_16.

Krakdia, M.T.*, Control for a DC Microgrid for Photovoltaic–Wind Generation with a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell, Battery Storage, Dump Load (Aqua-Electrolyzer) and Three-Phase Four-Leg Inverter (4L4W). Clean Technol., 2025, 7(3), 79

Krakdia, M.T., Optimization of Renewable Energy Resources in a Microgrid (PhD Research Work). ENIG, Tunisia, 2020.

Krakdia, M.T., Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency: Professional Master’s Thesis, ISET Sidi Bouzid, Tunisia, 2019.

Krakdia, M.T., Electrical Engineering Engineer’s Thesis. Université Elhadj Lakhder Batna, Algeria, 2008.

Shuxia Jiang | Electric Vehicle Energy Management | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shuxia Jiang | Electric Vehicle Energy Management | Best Researcher Award

Director of the Vehicle Engineering Department | Central South University of Forestry and Technology | China

Dr. Jiang Shuxia is an Associate Professor at the College of Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing, Central South University of Forestry and Technology (CSUFT), where she has dedicated her career to teaching, research, and academic leadership. With expertise spanning intelligent driving, machine vision, fault diagnosis, and artificial intelligence applications, she has built a professional profile marked by innovation, perseverance, and outstanding mentorship. Her contributions to higher education and scientific research demonstrate an unwavering commitment to advancing knowledge and shaping the next generation of engineers and researchers.

Professional Profiles

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Education

Dr. Jiang’s academic foundation was built at Central South University, where she completed undergraduate studies in Mechanical and Electronic Engineering before continuing with a Master’s degree in Vehicle Operation Engineering under the supervision of Professor Fu Qinyi. She later pursued doctoral studies in Traffic Equipment and Information Engineering, guided by Professor Luo Yiping, where her focus deepened in advanced data analysis, signal processing, and intelligent systems. Her perspective was further enriched through international study as a visiting scholar at the Free University of Brussels, Belgium, which provided her with valuable global academic exposure and strengthened her research collaborations.

Experience

Dr. Jiang has served at CSUFT for her entire professional career, advancing from a young lecturer to Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor. She has taught a broad spectrum of courses, including Optimization Design and MATLAB Software, Automotive Intelligent Networking Technology, and Deep Learning Theory and Intelligent Driving. She has also delivered all-English professional courses such as Automotive Electronic Control Technology to international graduate students, enhancing CSUFT’s global outreach. Over the years, she has consistently maintained a demanding teaching workload while guiding numerous student graduation projects to completion. Many of her students have earned recognition for Excellent Graduation Theses, reflecting her commitment to academic rigor and personalized mentorship.

Research Focus

Dr. Jiang’s research blends engineering, mathematics, and artificial intelligence to address critical challenges in intelligent vehicles, condition monitoring, and system fault diagnosis. She has led funded projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Hunan Provincial Natural Science Foundation, and the Hunan Provincial Department of Education. Her investigations span topics such as energy management, fan noise prediction, and intelligent diagnostic systems for vehicle networking. Her methodologies combine Markov chain models, Monte Carlo simulations, neural networks, and wavelet analysis to deliver both theoretical insights and applied engineering solutions. Through collaborations with industrial partners, she has ensured that her work contributes directly to practical technological advancements in intelligent driving and mechanical systems.

Awards & Honors

Dr. Jiang’s contributions have been widely recognized within academic and professional communities. She has received multiple teaching excellence awards and distinctions for her role in nurturing student talent. Her ethical teaching practices were highlighted in a widely circulated “Model Teachers” profile, and her dedication to students and research was celebrated in a special “CSUFT Personalities” report that portrayed her as a scholar who is both approachable and disciplined. She was also honored with a distinguished teaching title at her university, affirming her role as a leader in education. More recently, her pedagogical innovation earned her top placement in a Teaching Innovation Competition. Under her supervision, students have secured national-level awards in the Intelligent Car Competition, Mathematical Modeling, and Big Data challenges, showcasing her ability to cultivate academic and creative excellence in her mentees.

Publication Top Notes

Title: A Novel Temperature Distribution Modeling Method for Thermoelectric Coolers with Application to Battery Thermal Management Systems
Year: 2024

Title: A Wavelet-Based Computational Framework for a Block-Structured Markov Chain with a Continuous Phase Variable
Year: 2023

Title: A Unified Perturbation Analysis Framework for Countable Markov Chains
Year: 2017

Title: Wavelet Transform for a Quasi-Birth-Death Process with a Continuous Phase Set
Year: 2015

Title: Poisson's Equation for Discrete-Time Single-Birth Processes
Year: 2014

Title: Method for Engine Waveform Analysis and Fault Diagnosis Based on SFB and HHT
Year: 2013

Title: SFB Selection Method and Its Application in Engine Waveform Analysis and Fault Diagnosis
Year: 2012

Title: Injector Waveform Analysis and Engine Fault Diagnosis Based on Frequency Space
Year: 2010

Title: Noise Prediction of Centrifugal Fan Based on Improved Neural Network
Year: 2021

Title: Real-Time Estimation of Lithium Battery SOC Based on Fused EKF and Improved DELM
Year: 2024

Title: Research on Time-Varying Cable Force Identification Method Based on Radar Vibration Testing Technology
Year: 2023

Title: SOH Estimation of Lithium Battery Based on Improved GWO-SVR
Year: 2023

Title: Vehicle Detection Based on SSD-MobilenetV3 Model
Year: 2022

Title: Traffic Sign Recognition Based on Attention Mechanism
Year: 2022

Title: Noise Prediction of Centrifugal Fan Based on PCA-IPSO-INN
Year: 2022

Title: Combined Pruning Algorithm for Unmanned Driving Deep Learning Model
Year: 2021

Title: Spark Plug Gap Identification Based on Wavelet and Neural Network
Year: 2017

Title: Analysis Method of Engine Ignition Waveform Based on Wavelet Threshold Denoising and Secondary Empirical Mode Decomposition
Year: 2015

Conclusion

Dr. Jiang Shuxia exemplifies the qualities of a distinguished academic leader: a devoted educator, an accomplished researcher, and an inspiring mentor. Her career has been marked by excellence in teaching, innovation in research, and leadership in guiding students toward national and international achievements. By uniting advanced theoretical models with practical engineering applications, she has contributed significantly to the fields of intelligent driving, machine vision, and AI-powered diagnostics. Her publications, patents, and project outcomes underscore her ability to push the boundaries of knowledge while delivering tangible impact. These achievements make her a highly deserving candidate for recognition as an outstanding scholar and innovator in her field.