Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ehsan Akbari | Flexible AC Transmission Systems | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Department of Electrical Engineering, Mazandaran University of Science and Technology | Iran

Dr. Ehsan Akbari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Mazandaran University of Science and Technology, Babol, Iran, specializing in electrical power engineering. He earned his B.Sc. in Electrical Power Engineering from Mazandaran University, followed by an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in the same field from the Mazandaran University of Science and Technology and Isfahan University of Technology, respectively. With extensive academic and research experience, Dr. Akbari has authored 25 books, published over 395 journal and conference papers, and holds six patents that reflect his innovative work. His research focuses on power quality, flexible AC transmission systems (FACTS), multilevel power electronics converters, smart grids, microgrids, grid-connected converter control, and renewable energy integration. A recognized leader in his field, he has organized and served on program committees for numerous international conferences. Dr. Akbari’s outstanding achievements have earned him multiple provincial awards for scientific and technological advancement. In addition to his research contributions, he actively engages in professional societies, editorial responsibilities, and academic collaborations, contributing significantly to the advancement of modern power and energy systems. His research impact is reflected in 1,145 citations, 57 documents, and an h-index of 20.

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Featured Publications

Ehsan Akbari*, Stationary-frame power regulation for controlling grid-connected three-phase modular multilevel converter with low harmonic under unbalanced voltage. Scientific Reports, 2025.

Ehsan Akbari*, Flexibility regulation-based economic energy scheduling in multi-microgrids with renewable/non-renewable resource and stationary storage systems considering sustainable computing by hybrid metaheuristic algorithm. Sustainable Computing: Informatics and Systems, 2025.

Ehsan Akbari*, Capabilities of battery and compressed air storage in the economic energy scheduling and flexibility regulation of multi-microgrids including non-renewable/renewable units. Scientific Reports, 2025.

Ehsan Akbari*, An optimized ANFIS framework for online voltage stability margin estimation in power systems using the novel Solifugae-inspired optimization algorithm and partial least squares-based dimensionality reduction. Measurement: Journal of the International Measurement Confederation, 2025.

Ehsan Akbari*, High voltage direct current system-based generation and transmission expansion planning considering reactive power management of AC and DC stations. Scientific Reports, 2025.

Abdul Moqueet | Non-Linear Control System | Emerging Researcher Award

Assistant Manager | Pakistan State Oil | Pakistan

Engr. Abdul Moqueet is an emerging engineering professional specializing in electrical engineering and industrial automation, currently pursuing his Master’s degree at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad, building on his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Institute of Space Technology. His educational journey is complemented by strong technical skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Matlab/Simulink, and C++, with hands-on training in calibrating and using pressure, level, flow, and temperature equipment through the Prime Institute of Technology’s Industrial Automation and Control program. Professionally, Abdul has gained practical experience as an internee at Pak Arab Refinery Limited in utilities and as a Trainee Sales Engineer at SkyElectric, where he contributed to operational and engineering functions. His research focus lies in electrical engineering applications and automation systems, contributing to innovative problem-solving in process control and system optimization. He has successfully completed the IOSH Managing Safely certification, reflecting his commitment to workplace safety and professional development. With strong proficiency in English (C1/C2 level) and a demonstrated ability to integrate academic knowledge with industrial practice, Abdul represents a promising candidate for recognition as a Best Researcher Award recipient.

Featured Publications

Abdul Moqueet*, Development of hybrid PEM fuel cell and Li-ion battery systems for next-generation electric vehicles. Int. J. Hydrogen Energy, 2024, Accepted.

Abdul Moqueet*, Wu H.T., Chen C.Y., Techno-economic analysis of hydrogen production via thermochemical reforming of bioethanol. Energy Convers. Manag., 2023, 297, 117454.

Abdul Moqueet*, Yang M.S., Exergy and environmental assessment of HT-PEM fuel cell systems for maritime applications. Appl. Energy, 2023, 341, 121052.

Abdul Moqueet*, Liu P.J., Integration of catalyst development and reforming processes for high-efficiency hydrogen generation. Fuel Process. Technol., 2022, 234, 107339.

Abdul Moqueet*, Chen S.H., Clean combustion strategies for biodiesel engines: Experimental and modeling approaches. Renew. Energy, 2021, 180, 890–902.