Prof. Faisal A. Mohamed | Renewable energy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Faisal A. Mohamed | Renewable energy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Faisal A. Mohamed | Renewable energy | DG at Libyan Authority for Scientific Research , Libya

Prof. Faisal A. Mohamed is the General Director of the Libyan Authority for Scientific Research, leading national efforts in research, development, and innovation. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Helsinki, Finland (2008), specializing in Control of Renewable Energy Systems (CRES). With over 15 years of experience, he has played a crucial role in shaping science, technology, and innovation policies in Libya. Previously, he served as Deputy Director-General of the Authority and as Head of the Electrical Engineering Department at Omar Al-Mukhtar University. Prof. Faisal has published over 100 research papers, two book chapters, and numerous articles in high-impact journals. He is also a scientific peer reviewer for various international journals and conferences. His research expertise spans renewable energy systems, control engineering, and innovation strategies. He is a policy advisor to the Libyan government and actively contributes to regional and international R&D collaborations.

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Summary of Suitability for Award:

Prof. Faisal A. Mohamed is an outstanding researcher and leader in the fields of electrical engineering, renewable energy systems, and science policy development. With a strong academic foundation, he has made significant contributions to smart grid technology, automation, and sustainable energy research. His extensive experience in academia, policy advisory roles, and government research initiatives demonstrates his ability to bridge theoretical advancements with practical applications. Having published over 100 research papers, authored book chapters, and contributed as a peer reviewer for international journals, his impact on the global research community is profound. His citation index (2247) and H-index (21) further highlight the influence of his scholarly work. Additionally, his leadership in scientific research policies, combined with his innovative contributions such as a patented energy control system, makes him a highly deserving candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.”

🎓Education:

Prof. Faisal A. Mohamed holds a strong academic background in electrical engineering, specializing in control systems and renewable energy. He earned a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from a prestigious European university, where his research focused on optimizing control mechanisms for renewable energy systems. His master’s degree provided him with a solid foundation in automation and power systems, while his undergraduate studies introduced him to the fundamental principles of electrical engineering and energy management. His academic journey has been instrumental in shaping his expertise in sustainable energy solutions, smart grid technologies, and advanced control systems. Throughout his education, he developed a deep understanding of the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in power systems. His commitment to research excellence and innovation has been evident from his early academic years, where he worked on projects related to improving energy efficiency and developing policy frameworks for sustainable technological advancements.

🏢Work Experience:

Prof. Faisal A. Mohamed has extensive experience in academia, government, and research organizations, where he has played a key role in advancing scientific research and innovation policies. As the head of a national research authority, he has been responsible for shaping strategies that foster research and development, promoting collaboration between academic institutions and industry. His leadership has contributed to the establishment of national policies that support scientific advancements in renewable energy, automation, and artificial intelligence. In academia, he has served as a professor and department head, mentoring students and leading groundbreaking research projects. His expertise extends to consultancy roles, where he has advised government bodies on the economic and societal impact of scientific research. He has also played a significant role in international collaborations, working with global institutions to develop sustainable solutions in energy management, smart grids, and policy-driven innovation frameworks.

🏅Awards: 

Prof. Faisal A. Mohamed has received multiple national and international awards recognizing his contributions to scientific research, technological innovation, and policy development. His achievements in renewable energy research have been acknowledged with prestigious accolades from leading academic and governmental institutions. He has been honored for his role in advancing sustainable energy solutions and for his pioneering research in smart grid technology and automation. His registered patent in Japan for an innovative energy control system highlights his contribution to the global scientific community. Additionally, he has been recognized for his excellence in peer reviewing, serving as a scientific evaluator for high-impact journals and conferences. His commitment to fostering research collaborations and policy-driven innovation has earned him invitations to serve on advisory boards and expert panels. His awards reflect his dedication to bridging the gap between scientific discovery and real-world applications in the field of renewable energy and automation.

🔬Research Focus:

Prof. Faisal A. Mohamed’s research focuses on renewable energy systems, control engineering, and sustainable technology policies. His work explores advanced control mechanisms for optimizing energy generation and distribution, particularly in integrating renewable energy sources into modern power grids. He is deeply involved in the development of smart grid technologies that enhance efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in power networks. His research also examines the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in predicting energy demand, improving system stability, and enhancing automation in industrial and energy sectors. Additionally, he contributes to policy frameworks that support innovation in science and technology, advising governments on the economic and societal impact of research and development. His interdisciplinary approach bridges technical advancements with strategic policymaking, ensuring that scientific research translates into sustainable and impactful solutions for energy management, automation, and national development strategies.

Publication Top Notes:

System modelling and online optimal management of microgrid using mesh adaptive direct search

Authors: F.A. Mohamed, H.N. Koivo

Citations: 426

Year: 2010

Online management of microgrid with battery storage using multiobjective optimization

Authors: F.A. Mohamed, H.N. Koivo

Citations: 205

Year: 2007

Online management genetic algorithms of microgrid for residential application

Authors: F.A. Mohamed, H.N. Koivo

Citations: 149

Year: 2012

Microgrid modelling and online management

Authors: F.A. Mohamed

Citations: 106

Year: 2008

System modelling and online optimal management of microgrid using multiobjective optimization

Authors: F.A. Mohamed, H.N. Koivo

Citations: 105

Year: 2007

Multiobjective optimization using Mesh Adaptive Direct Search for power dispatch problem of microgrid

Authors: F.A. Mohamed, H.N. Koivo

Citations: 96

Year: 2012

Multiobjective optimization using modified game theory for online management of microgrid

Authors: F.A. Mohamed, H.N. Koivo

Citations: 94

Year: 2011

System modelling and online optimal management of microgrid with battery storage

Authors: F.A. Mohamed, H.N. Koivo

Citations: 85

Year: 2007

Microgrid online management and balancing using multiobjective optimization

Authors: F.A. Mohamed, H.N. Koivo

Citations: 79

Year: 2007

A novel constraint and non‐standard characteristics for optimal over‐current relays coordination to enhance microgrid protection scheme

Authors: N. El‐Naily, S.M. Saad, T. Hussein, F.A. Mohamed

Citations: 73

Year: 2019

 

Prof. Rizwan Raza | Fuel Cells | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. Rizwan Raza | Fuel Cells | Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. Rizwan Raza , COMSATS University Islamabad , Pakistan

Dr. Rizwan Raza is a distinguished Professor at COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, specializing in energy technology, particularly fuel cells, solar cells, and energy storage. With a Ph.D. from the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Sweden, and postdoctoral experience at Chalmers University, Dr. Raza is recognized for his innovative contributions to energy conversion and storage devices. He has over 200 publications, two books, and two patents pending. Dr. Raza is a leading figure in clean energy research, serving as Head of the Department of Physics and leading the Clean Energy Research Group. His work addresses critical global challenges, including climate change, energy sustainability, and the development of novel energy devices. Throughout his career, he has earned numerous national and international awards and has supervised numerous Ph.D. and MSc students.

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Summary of Suitability for Award:

Dr. Rizwan Raza appears highly suitable for the “Outstanding Scientist Award” due to his exceptional contributions to energy technology, particularly in the areas of energy conversion and energy storage devices, including fuel cells, solar cells, batteries, and supercapacitors. His groundbreaking research in creating a new energy conversion device, reported in prestigious journals such as Nature Nanotechnology, highlights his significant impact in the field.Dr. Raza’s extensive research experience, outstanding contributions to energy technology, and recognition within the global scientific community make him an ideal candidate for the ”Outstanding Scientist Award”. His work continues to address real-world challenges in energy and environmental sustainability, solidifying his place as a leading figure in his field.

🎓Education:

Dr. Rizwan Raza holds a Ph.D. in Energy Technology from the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Sweden, where he specialized in fuel cell technology. He also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. Dr. Raza further expanded his expertise through research projects at Linköping University, Sweden, and additional specializations in hydrogen safety (Belfast, UK) and nanotechnology (Netherlands). He holds a Master’s in Physics from the University of the Punjab, Pakistan. Dr. Raza’s educational journey has equipped him with deep knowledge in energy materials, fuel cells, solar cells, and nanocomposites, which he applies in various cutting-edge research projects.

🏢Work Experience:

With over 20 years in academia and research, Dr. Rizwan Raza has held significant positions at COMSATS University Islamabad, including Professor (Tenured), Head of the Department of Physics, and Incharge of the Clean Energy Research Lab. His research experience spans both academia and industry, with major roles in energy technology and clean energy. Dr. Raza has conducted groundbreaking research at prestigious institutions such as KTH, Chalmers, and Linköping University in Sweden, as well as in China and Pakistan. His leadership in energy-related projects, including the development of new energy conversion devices, fuels his reputation as an expert in his field.

🏅Awards: 

Dr. Rizwan Raza has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, including the Gold Medal from the Pakistan Academy of Science and the Young Productive Scientist of Pakistan award (2016-2017). He has been recognized internationally with awards such as “Best Elevator Pitch” at CIIT and PCST research productivity awards from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he earned the Idea to Product (I2P®) award in Stockholm (2011), NANOSMAT (2009) Rome, and many other national recognitions for his significant research contributions.

🔬Research Focus:

Dr. Rizwan Raza’s research focuses on energy conversion and storage, particularly in fuel cells, solar cells, batteries, and supercapacitors. His work aims to develop cost-effective, durable, and efficient technologies for sustainable energy production. His pioneering work on new energy conversion devices, including advancements in nanocomposites and biofuels, has garnered widespread recognition. Dr. Raza’s projects also address climate change by developing hydrogen generation and semiconductor materials. His interdisciplinary research contributes significantly to the fields of energy storage and conversion, making strides toward cleaner energy solutions.

Publication Top Notes:

Supercapacitors: Shaping the future energy storage landscape for flexible, implantable, and wearable electronic devices

Authors: Abbas, Q., Gibson, D., Raza, R., Olabi, A.G.

Year: 2025

Citations: 0

Journal: Science Talks

Volume/Issue: 13, 100411

High-Entropy Li-doped rock salt catalyst for low-temperature ceramic fuel cells

Authors: Khalid, M., Shah, M.A.K.Y., Akbar, N., Wang, J., Zhu, B.

Year: 2025

Citations: 1

Journal: Fuel

Volume/Issue: 379, 133044

The Composite La2-xNdxCe2O7-δ Material for New Energy Conversion Devices: A Physiochemical and Electrochemical Study

Authors: Bukhari, M., Mohsin, M., Kayani, Z.N., Abbas, Q., Raza, R.

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

Journal: ACS Applied Energy Materials

Volume/Issue: 7(23), 11048–11059

Emerging semiconductor ionic materials tailored by mixed ionic-electronic conductors for advanced fuel cells

Authors: Bibi, B., Nazar, A., Zhu, B., Lund, P., Yun, S.

Year: 2024

Citations: 1

Journal: Advanced Powder Materials

Volume/Issue: 3(6), 100231

Codoped Ceria Electrolyte for Direct Carbon Fuel Cell with Carbon Fly Ash Fuel

Authors: Ahmad, M., Ali, A., Mazhar, B., Raza, R., Wattoo, A.G.

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

Journal: ACS Applied Energy Materials

Volume/Issue: 7(21), 9788–9796

Simulation study of multi-layer titanium nitride nanodisk broadband solar absorber and thermal emitter

Authors: Huang, X., Yi, Y., Song, Q., Cheng, S., Raza, R.

Year: 2024

Citations: 2

Journal: Communications in Theoretical Physics

Volume/Issue: 76(11), 115702

Composite cathode Gd0.2Ce0.8O1.9–SrFe1−xTixO3-δ for Nicotiana tabacum-derived carbon fuel-based direct carbon fuel cell

Authors: Majeed, M., Ali, A., Anwer, F., Raza, R., Xia, C.

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

Journal: Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry

Volume/Issue: 28(11), 4057–4066

Synergistically improving the performance of spinel cathode for efficient oxygen reduction electrocatalyst

Authors: Lu, Y., Shah, M.A.K.Y., Mushtaq, N., Akbar, N., Raza, R.

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds

Volume/Issue: 1002, 175408

Semiconductor ionic Cu doped CeO2 membrane fuel cells

Authors: Sharif, M.S., Rauf, S., Raza, R., Jing, Y., Zhu, B.

Year: 2024

Citations: 6

Journal: Ceramics International

Volume/Issue: 50(20), 40350–40362

Enhancing the performance of the BaTiO3 electrolyte via A-site-deficiency engineering for low-temperature ceramic fuel cells (LT-CFCs)

Authors: Khalid, M., Shah, M.A.K.Y., Akbar, N., Raza, R., Jun, W.

Year: 2024

Citations: 2

Journal: Ceramics International

Volume/Issue: 50(19), 35734–35745