Prof. Li-Ping Yang – Renewable Energy Technologies – Best Researcher Award

Prof. Li-Ping Yang - Renewable Energy Technologies - Best Researcher Award

Harbin Engineering University - China

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🎓 Early academic pursuits

Li-Ping Yang, embarked on her academic journey in thermal energy and power engineering at jilin university, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in 2002. her academic curiosity drove her to further explore the field of power machinery and engineering, obtaining her master's degree in 2005 and her ph.d. in 2008. her doctoral thesis, focusing on optimizing the working process and emission control of natural gas engines, was part of the prestigious national “863” high-tech research plan. these formative years laid the foundation for her lifelong commitment to advancing sustainable engine technologies and power electronics in energy systems.

🏫 Professional endeavors

Professor yang has held a long-standing academic position at the college of power and energy engineering, harbin engineering university, since 2009. her international experience includes a research fellowship at queensland university of technology (qut), australia, and collaboration with avl list gmbh in austria. currently a full professor, she has consistently contributed to innovative projects in marine and biofuel engine technologies, shaping modern internal combustion engine design and development.

🔬 Contributions and research focus

Prof. yang’s research spans a wide array of interdisciplinary themes, notably alternative and renewable fuels, gas/dual fuel engines, combustion simulation, engine emissions control, and Renewable Energy Technologies nonlinear dynamics. she has led numerous national-level projects, including investigations into emission control in lng/diesel engines, dynamic behavior in lean-burned natural gas engines, and oil-gas cooperative combustion control. with deep integration of power electronics in combustion and fuel systems, her work bridges theoretical modeling with practical engineering solutions for green energy.

🌍 Impact and influence

Li-Ping Yang has significantly influenced the field of internal combustion engine optimization and clean energy technologies. her work in integrating hydrogenation reforming, exhaust gas Renewable Energy Technologies recirculation, and simulation models has advanced the global understanding of marine engine emissions control. through government-backed projects, she has influenced the direction of china’s marine energy policies and contributed to critical industrial standards in power electronics-based fuel systems.

📚 Academic cites

Professor yang’s research contributions have been published widely in peer-reviewed journals and presented at prestigious international conferences. her scholarly output continues to be Renewable Energy Technologies cited by global researchers working in combustion science, renewable fuels, and power electronics. her publications often reflect collaborative work and practical applications, reinforcing her reputation as both a theoretician and a solution-oriented engineer.

🚀 Legacy and future contributions

Looking ahead, professor yang is poised to continue her contributions in advancing dual-fuel marine engines and their environmental performance. her ongoing projects with the national natural science foundation of china and the ministry of industry focus on emission reductions and fuel efficiency. her legacy lies in building a future where energy sustainability meets technological precision through smart systems and power electronics innovation.

Notable Publications 

  • Title: Development of a Reduced Chemical Reaction Kinetic Mechanism with Cross-Reactions of Diesel/Biodiesel Fuels
    Author(s): Liping Yang, Rui Wang, Ali Zare, Timothy A. Bodisco, Richard J. Brown
    Journal: Journal of Marine Science and Application (2025)

  • Title: Comparison of diesel and hydrotreated vegetable oil as the high-reactivity fuel in reactivity-controlled compression ignition
    Author(s): Jacek Hunicz, Liping Yang, Arkadiusz Rybak, Michał S. Gęca, Maciej Mikulski
    Journal: Energy Conversion and Management (2025)

  • Title: Waste plastic pyrolysis oils as diesel fuel blending components: Detailed analysis of combustion and emissions sensitivity to engine control parameters
    Author(s): Jacek Hunicz, Arkadiusz Rybak, Dariusz Szpica, Liping Yang, Maciej Mikulski
    Journal: Energy (2024)

  • Title: Effect of split injection strategy of diesel fuel on multi-stage heat release and performance of a RCCI engine fueled with diesel and natural gas
    Author(s): Liping Yang, Shuaizhuang Ji, Wenqing Niu, Jacek Hunicz, Richard J. Brown
    Journal: Fuel (2024)

  • Title: An analytical approach to converting vibration signal to combustion characteristics of homogeneous charge compression ignition engines
    Author(s): Jacek Hunicz, Michał S. Gęca, Elzbieta Ratajczyk, Liping Yang, Maciej Mikulski
    Journal: Energy Conversion and Management (2023)

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yizhen wang – Power system stability and control – Best Researcher Award 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yizhen wang - Power system stability and control - Best Researcher Award 

Tianjin University - China 

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🎓 Early academic pursuits

Yizhen wang began his academic journey with a strong foundation in electrical engineering. he earned his bachelor's degree from tianjin university in 2010, followed by a master’s degree from the china electric power research institute (cepri) in 2013. determined to deepen his expertise, he pursued a ph.d. at tsinghua university, where he specialized in power system stability and control. his doctoral research laid the groundwork for his future innovations, focusing on the challenges of modern power systems, particularly in maintaining stability and optimizing performance in high-voltage dc (hvdc) networks.

🚀 Professional endeavors

Since 2020, yizhen wang has served as an associate professor at the school of electrical engineering and automation, tianjin university. his work has been instrumental in shaping the field of power system protection and hvdc transmission. his expertise spans various critical areas, including power system stability analysis, voltage source converter (vsc)-hvdc systems, and multi-terminal dc networks. by leading multiple national research projects, he has contributed significantly to enhancing the resilience and efficiency of modern power grids, ensuring stable and reliable electricity transmission in increasingly complex energy networks.

🧐 Contributions and research focus

Yizhen wang’s research is centered on stability control and dc fault ride-through technology for multi-terminal vsc-hvdc systems. his work focuses on three primary aspects: developing a reduced-order small-signal stability model, designing an efficient control system, and formulating an advanced dc fault ride-through strategy. through these innovations, he has provided Power system stability and control valuable solutions to critical challenges in integrating offshore wind power into hvdc networks. his research has strengthened grid stability by optimizing control mechanisms and developing new methodologies for power system protection.

🏆 Accolades and recognition

As a leading researcher in power system engineering, yizhen wang has gained significant recognition for his contributions. he has successfully led two projects funded by the national natural science foundation of china (nsfc), along with three sub-projects under national key research initiatives. his work has also been supported by the china postdoctoral science foundation. his Power system stability and control research output includes 36 sci-indexed publications, with 21 papers authored as either the first or corresponding author. one of his papers has been recognized as an esi highly cited paper, demonstrating the impact of his findings, which have been cited 553 times by other researchers.

👨‍💻 Impact and influence

Yizhen wang’s research has made a profound impact on the field of power system stability and protection. his innovative control strategies and stability models have been adopted in the development of next-generation hvdc networks, particularly for offshore wind power integration. his contributions have influenced the way power grids operate under fluctuating energy Power system stability and control demands and renewable energy sources. through his work, he has helped bridge the gap between theoretical advancements and practical implementation, ensuring that power networks remain efficient, stable, and resilient against disturbances.

🌍 Legacy and future contributions

Looking ahead, yizhen wang aims to further enhance the efficiency and reliability of power systems by integrating artificial intelligence with hvdc control strategies. he is committed to advancing research in multi-spatio-temporal coupling mechanisms and wide-area coordinated control in modern power networks. by mentoring young engineers and collaborating with international researchers, he continues to pave the way for new breakthroughs in power system engineering. his legacy will be defined by his relentless pursuit of innovation, shaping the future of electrical power transmission and ensuring sustainable energy solutions for generations to come.

Notable Publications 

  • Title: A Mode-switching Strategy of Droop Control for VSC-MTDC Systems Considering Maximum DC Voltage Regulation Capability
    Author(s): Wang, Y.; Qiu, F.; Wang, Z.; Ji, Y.; Chen, Z.; Wang, C.
    Journal: CSEE Journal of Power and Energy Systems

  • Title: A Novel Optimal Configuration Method of Energy Storage System for Offshore Isolated Grid
    Author(s): Pei, A.; Huang, C.; Li, G.; Dong, F.; Li, J.; Wang, Y.
    Journal: IEEE Power and Energy Society General Meeting

  • Title: An Improved AC-Link Voltage Matching Control for the Multiport Modular Multilevel DC Transformer in MVDC Applications
    Author(s): Chen, Y.; Yu, S.; Wang, Y.; Yang, R.; Cheng, X.
    Journal: Energies

  • Title: Analysis and Control of DC Voltage Dynamics Based on a Practical Reduced-Order Model of Droop-Controlled VSC-MTDC System in DC Voltage Control Timescale
    Author(s): Wang, Y.; Wang, Z.; Lei, M.; Qiu, F.
    Journal: IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery

  • Title: Low-voltage DC building distribution and utilization system and its implementation in China southern grid
    Author(s): Guo, P.; Zhang, X.-Y.; Yuan, Z.; Zhao, Y.; Wang, Y.; Liu, G.; Man, J.; Wang, Y.; Jiang, Z.; Xiang, M. et al.
    Journal: IET Renewable Power Generation