Dr. Essam Hussain | Power Electronics | Best Researcher Award

Power Electronics Reseach Lead at Tae Power Solutions, United Kingdom.

Dr. Essam Hussain is a highly skilled and experienced power electronics engineer with a strong background in research and development. He has a Ph.D. in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Sheffield, UK, and has worked on various projects related to power electronics, renewable energy, and energy storage.

Professional Profile

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🎓 Education

.– Ph.D. in Electronic and Electrical Engineering: University of Sheffield, UK (2013) – Thesis: “Converter Topologies of Single Phase Parallel Voltage Source Inverters Fed from Renewable Energy Sources”- (link unavailable) in Electrical Engineering: Assiut University, Egypt (2003) – Thesis: “Performance of Reluctance Motors Fed from Variable Frequency Supplies”- (link unavailable) in Electrical Engineering: Assiut University, Egypt (1998)

💼 Experience

– *Principal Power Electronics Engineer*: TAE Power Solution, Birmingham, UK (2023-present) – Research lead and development of new products and features – Collaboration with internal and external engineering teams- *Senior Power Electronics Design Engineer*: Zhuzhou CRRC Times Electric UK Innovation Center, Birmingham, UK (2020-2023) – Research on multilevel converters and design optimization – Development of SiC-based power converters- *Business Research Fellow*: University of Exeter, UK (2018-2020) – Research on microgrids and power electronics converters – Design and optimization of medium-voltage high-frequency converters- *Research Associate*: University of Sheffield, UK (2013-2017) – Research on microgrids, energy storage, and machine drives – Development of fault-tolerant PM drive and control

🔬 Research Interests

– *Power Electronics*: Design and development of power converters, including multilevel converters and solid-state transformers- *Renewable Energy*: Research on renewable energy sources, including solar and wind power- *Energy Storage*: Investigation of energy storage systems, including flywheels and batteries- *Machine Drives*: Design and development of machine drives, including PM machine and reluctance machine

🏆 Awards

– *Fully Funded PhD study*: Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education- *Research grants*: Various research grants from UK-based organizations

📚 Top Noted Publications

– “Cascaded H-Bridge Multilevel Converter Topology for a PV Connected to a Medium-Voltage Grid”: Machines, 2025
– “Design Optimisation of a Current-Fed Solid-State Transformer for MV Grid-Connected Applications”: Energies, 2021
– “Grid Island Energy Transition Scenarios Assessment Through Network Reliability and Power Flow Analysis”: Frontiers in Energy Research, 2021
– “Power Losses Calculation for Medium Voltage DC/DC Current-Fed Solid State Transformer for Battery Grid-Connected”: EPE’20 ECCE Europe, 2020 [2][1].

Conclusion

Dr. Essam Hussain’s impressive research experience, strong publication record, and teaching background make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With some further emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and patent commercialization, Dr. Hussain could further solidify his position as a leading researcher in power electronics.

Mr. mohamed saber | Hydropower | Best Researcher Award

Computer Engineering, Lecturer Assisstant, Egypt

As a passionate civil engineer with expertise in water resources and structures, I have completed my Master’s degree in Water and Water Structures Engineering from Zagazig University, Egypt. My research focuses on innovative solutions for sustainable water management and energy harvesting. With hands-on experience in structural analysis, design, and computational fluid dynamics, I aim to contribute to the development of resilient infrastructure and renewable energy systems 🌊💡.

🎓 Education

– (link unavailable) in Water and Water Structures Engineering (2025): Zagazig University, Egypt – Thesis: “Investigation of Energy Harvesting by Water Wheels at Low-head Heading up Structures” 🌟– (link unavailable) in Civil Engineering (2019): Zagazig University, Egypt – Overall Grade: Excellent with Honor (88.65%)

👨‍🔬 Experience

– *Internship Trainee at AECOM (Qatar)*: 3-month intensive training program on the Orbital Road Project – *Utilities Department*: Gained knowledge of drainage systems, ITS, and quality control tests 🚧 – *Structural Department*: Hands-on experience in structural execution, design, and material testing 🏗️ – *Roads Department*: Contributed to road construction and project coordination 🛣️

🔍 Research Interest

– Water Resources Management: Sustainable solutions for water conservation and efficient use 💧
– Energy Harvesting: Innovative technologies for renewable energy generation, particularly hydrokinetic energy 💡
– Computational Fluid Dynamics: Simulation and analysis of fluid behavior in various engineering applications 🌊

Conclusion

The researcher demonstrates potential for the Best Researcher Award, with a strong academic background and technical skills. By addressing areas for improvement, such as publishing research findings and exploring interdisciplinary collaboration, the researcher can further solidify their position as a leading expert in water and water structures engineering.