renewable energy

Mariam Elshiekh

Research Interests Mariam’s research interests include renewable energy sources integration into electrical power grids, superconductivity applications, and energy storage systems. She is also interested in developing DC circuit breakers for HVDC systems. Professional Profile 2022-present: Research Engineer, KAUST, Thuwal, Saudi Arabia 2020-2021: Lecturer, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt 2019-2020: Visiting Researcher, Strathclyde University, Glasgow, UK 2016-2020: PhD Researcher, University of Bath, Bath, UK 2009-2015: Teaching assistant, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt Education Profile M.Sc

Maha Alsabban

Research Interests Maha is pursuing her M.Sc nowadays at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia under the supervision of Prof. Shehab Ahmed. She received her B.Sc degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Effat University in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia in 2021 with a concentration in power and control systems. Her capstone project entitled “Smart Electricity Meter Monitoring and Power Consumption Analysis” focused on monitoring and analyzing power consumption readings from smart meters. Her research interests are in the areas of power distributions

Ali Alhejab

Research Interests My research interest is to investigate and develop advanced fault detection and diagnosis techniques for photovoltaic (PV) systems. The performance of PV systems is highly dependent on the reliable and continuous operation of their components. Thus, identifying, and rectifying faults in PV systems is crucial to ensure their efficient and sustainable operation. Professional Profile 2023 - Present, Directed Research Student, KAUST, Thuwal, Saudi Arabia Education Profile Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)

Ahmed Rezk

Research Interests Ahmed is an experienced Mechanical Engineer in Mechanical Design, Process Engineering, Prototyping, Simulation, Manufacturing, Testing and commissioning of different industrial projects. His interest is in development of the process engineering technologies practically through building innovated electromechanical setups to be valid for efficient transition from small lab scale to the commercialized industrial field and achieving the system reliability. He is skilled in software such as AutoCAD plant 3D, SolidWorks, Catia, CAD/CAM, ANSYS, HYSYS and MATLAB. Professional