Dr. Rituraj Patwal | Renewable Energy Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Rituraj Patwal | Renewable Energy Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Rituraj Patwal, Women Institute of Technology, India

Dr. Rituraj Singh Patwal, born on December 13, 1990, in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, India, is a specialist in Power System Optimization and Renewable Energy Systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Power System Optimization from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, where his thesis focused on “Optimal Generation Scheduling of Pumped Storage Hydrothermal Systems with Solar and Wind Energy Sources.” He also completed his M.Tech. in Power Systems from Thapar University and earned his B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from Dehradun Institute of Technology. Dr. Patwal’s research interests include sustainable energy systems, optimization algorithms, generation scheduling, and renewable energy sources. He has over 9 months of experience as an Assistant Professor at GRD-IMT Dehradun, and has held similar roles at institutions like Meerut Institute of Technology and Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology. His teaching portfolio includes subjects such as Basic Electrical Engineering, Network Analysis and Synthesis, and Industrial Internet of Things.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Rituraj Singh Patwal is highly suitable for the “Best Researcher Award” in his field based on his robust academic and research credentials. His work in Power System Optimization and Renewable Energy Systems highlights his expertise in areas critical to the energy sector, such as sustainable energy systems, optimization algorithms, generation scheduling, and the integration of renewable energy sources like solar and wind.

Education:

  1. Ph.D. in Power System Optimization
    • Institution: Thapar University
    • Year: 2021
    • Thesis Title: “Optimal Generation Scheduling of Pumped Storage Hydrothermal System with Solar and Wind Energy Sources”
    • Percentage (Course Work): 83%
  2. M.Tech. in Power System
    • Institution: Thapar University
    • Year: 2016
    • Percentage: 76%
  3. B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering
    • Institution: Dehradun Institute of Technology
    • Year: 2012
    • Percentage: 72%
  4. Intermediate (Science)
    • Board: CBSE
    • Year: 2008
    • Percentage: 83%
  5. High School (Science)
    • Board: CBSE
    • Year: 2006
    • Percentage: 86.2%

Work Experience:

  1. Assistant Professor
    • Institution: GRD-IMT, Dehradun
    • Duration: August 2024 – Present (9 months)
  2. Assistant Professor
    • Institution: Meerut Institute of Technology
    • Duration: November 2022 – July 2023 (8 months)
  3. Assistant Professor
    • Institution: Meerut Institute of Engineering and Technology
    • Duration: March 2021 – October 2022 (1 year 8 months)
  4. Lecturer (NT)
    • Institution: Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala
    • Duration: January 2018 – December 2020 (3 years)
  5. Shift Engineer
    • Company: Birla Tyres
    • Duration: July 2012 – April 2013 (10 months)

Publication top Notes:

 

Optimal generation scheduling of pumped storage hydro-thermal system with wind energy sources

Multi-objective generation scheduling of integrated energy system using fuzzy based surrogate worth trade-off approach

Crisscross PSO algorithm for multi-objective generation scheduling of pumped storage hydrothermal system incorporating solar units

Optimal Economic Emission Scheduling of Integrated Energy Systems Using Heuristic Optimization Technique

A novel TVAC-PSO based mutation strategies algorithm for generation scheduling of pumped storage hydrothermal system incorporating solar units

Heuristic optimization technique for hydrothermal scheduling considering pumped storage unit

Mr. Zaed Abdulwali | Energy Capture Award | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Zaed Abdulwali | Energy Capture Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Zaed Abdulwali, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia

Zaed Sultan Ahmed Abdulwali is a dedicated researcher and educator in the field of Electrical Engineering, currently affiliated with King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He holds an MSc in Electrical Engineering from King Saud University, where he excelled in his thesis on electromagnetic scattering and absorption in energy harvesting antennas, achieving an impressive GPA of 4.91 out of 5. His undergraduate studies were completed at Taiz University in Yemen, where he earned a BSc in Communications and Computer Engineering with distinction. Zaed has significant experience both as a researcher and a practitioner, having worked as an RF Engineer with HUAWEI Technologies and as a Teaching Assistant at Taiz University. His research contributions include publications in prominent journals and conferences on topics related to antenna design and backscattering. He has also pursued additional training in 5G network architecture, Python programming, and sustainable energy technologies, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Zaed’s skills span a range of software tools, including MATLAB and CST Microwave Studio, and he is fluent in both Arabic and English.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from King Saud University, KSA (2017-2022) with a GPA of 4.91 out of 5, demonstrating exceptional academic performance. B.Sc. in Communications and Computer Engineering from Taiz University, Yemen (2005-2011), showing a solid foundation in engineering principles.

Education:

  • M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering
    King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
    2017 – 2022

    • Overall Grade: Excellent (GPA of 4.91 out of 5)
    • Thesis Area: Electromagnetic Scattering and Absorption in Energy Harvesting Antennas
    • Quarterly Projects: Comparison of Digital Modulation Techniques (Paper)
  • B.Sc. in Communications and Computer Engineering
    Taiz University, Yemen
    2005 – 2011

    • Overall Grade: Very Good (85.56%)
    • Graduation Project: Spread Spectrum in WLAN (Simulation)
    • Quarterly Projects:
      • Digital Clock (Practical)
      • WAN Network Design for a Company (Simulation)
      • Analog to Digital Converter (Practical)
      • OFDM in Optical Communication (Paper)

Work Experience:

  • Researcher
    King Saud University
    October 2017 – Present

    • Instructor in Electrical, Electronic, and MATLAB Laboratories
    • Teaching Tutorials for Undergraduate Students in Signals and Systems and Digital Signal Processing
  • RF Engineer
    HUAWEI Technologies Co., Ltd
    January 2014 – June 2015

    • Performed Site Verification, Cluster, Complaint, and Benchmarking Drive Tests
    • Analyzed Main KPIs of BTS/BSC to Suggest Optimization Actions
  • Teaching Assistant
    Taiz University
    June 2012 – February 2013

    • Instructor in Electronic Circuits, Computer Architecture I, and Logic Circuits Laboratories

Publication top Notes:

Miniaturized Broadband Bi-Yagi Antenna Array for Ambient RF Energy Harvesting

A High-Performance Circularly Polarized and Harmonic Rejection Rectenna for Electromagnetic Energy Harvesting

Load Condition for Minimum Backscattering Antennas

Effect of Loading on the RCS of Coplanar Antenna Structures

 

 

 

Mr. Mohammad Ali Nasiri | Thermoelectric sensor | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Mohammad Ali Nasiri | Thermoelectric sensor | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mohammad Ali Nasiri ,university of valencia -Instituto de Ciencia Molecular (ICMOL), Spain

Mohammad Ali Nasiri, based in Valencia, Spain, is an innovative researcher specializing in thermoelectric materials, energy storage, and sustainable solutions. With over five years of experience at the Instituto de Ciencia Molecular (ICMOL), he has made significant advancements in energy storage technologies and sustainable thermoelectric materials. Nasiri has expertise in micro/nanofabrication and extensive characterization techniques, including electron beam evaporation, thermal evaporation, and Raman spectroscopy. His notable publications include works on ultrathin transparent nickel electrodes and lignin-derived ionic conducting membranes. Nasiri holds a Master of Science in Nanotechnology from the Materials and Energy Research Center, Iran, and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Tarbiat Modares University, Iran. He is currently pursuing research in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at the University of Valencia, focusing on thermoelectric materials. Nasiri’s work has been guided by esteemed research advisors Andres Cantarero and Clara Gomez.

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Education:

  • Researcher in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, University of Valencia (March 2019 – Present)
  • Master of Science in Nanotechnology – Nanomaterials, Materials and Energy Research Center, Tehran, Iran (September 2014 – 2017)
  • Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran (November 2006 – 2009)

Languages:

  • English (B1), Persian (Native) 🗣️📚

Research Interests:

  • Hydrogel bioelectronics
  • Thermal conductivity on flakes
  • Ionic thermometric materials 🌊🌡️

Professional Experience:

  • Researcher Assistant at Instituto de Ciencia Molecular (ICMOL) (March 2019 – Present)
    • Developed sensors for 3ω method thermal conductivity characterization.
    • Created lignin-based MWCNT/MXene multilayered electrodes for energy storage.
    • Pioneered sustainable innovations in thermoelectric materials, including lignin-derived ionic conducting membranes and hydrogels.
    • Advanced techniques in transparent thermoelectric materials, including ultrathin transparent nickel electrodes and selective light absorbers. 🌞🧪

Skills:

  • Cleanroom Class 10000: Expert in micro and nanofabrication techniques such as electron beam evaporation, thermal evaporation, sputtering, ellipsometry, dry etching, and wire bonding. 🏭🔧
  • Characterization Techniques: Proficient in thermoelectric and thermal conductivity measurements, Hall effect, Raman, FTIR, UV-Vis, XPS, Kerr electro-optic effect, and SThM. 📊🔍
  • Mathematical Modeling and Problem Solving: Specializes in ionic thermoelectric materials and metamaterials using finite element method (FEM) and perturbation method. 📐🧩

Publication top Notes:

Highly-efficient sustainable ionic thermoelectric materials using lignin-derived hydrogels

Synthesis of PEDOT/CNTs Thermoelectric Thin Films with a High Power Factor

Lignin‐Derived Ionic Conducting Membranes for Low‐Grade Thermal Energy Harvesting

Ultrathin Transparent Nickel Electrodes for Thermoelectric Applications

Textile‐based Thermoelectric Generator Produced Via Electrochemical Polymerization

Elevated temperature annealed α-Fe<inf>2</inf>O<inf>3</inf>/reduced graphene oxide nanocomposite photoanode for photoelectrochemical water oxidation