Jipeng Gu | Renewable Energy Teachnologies | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Jipeng Gu
Peking University

Jipeng Gu
Affiliation Peking University
Country China
Scopus ID 57212085742
Documents 22
Citations 69
h-index 5
Subject Area Renewable Energy Technologies
Event International Innovator Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-0785-9865

Jipeng Gu is a researcher affiliated with Peking University whose scholarly work is associated with renewable-energy systems, microgrids, energy storage, power-system control, and intelligent control methodologies. Publicly available bibliographic records document contributions involving photovoltaic-storage microgrids, hybrid energy-storage systems, fuzzy control, and resilient networked microgrids.[1]

Abstract

Jipeng Gu’s research profile is situated within the broader field of renewable-energy technologies and intelligent power-system operation. Available scholarly records associate his work with control and stability analysis of photovoltaic-storage direct-current microgrids, hybrid energy-storage systems, renewable-generation integration, and resilient microgrid scheduling.[2][3] His publication record also includes recent research conducted in connection with Peking University on energy-system optimization and microgrid operation under uncertainty.

Keywords

Renewable energy; microgrids; photovoltaic systems; battery energy storage; hybrid energy storage; fuzzy control; power-system stability; intelligent control; resilient microgrids; energy scheduling; renewable-generation integration.

Introduction

The increasing penetration of renewable electricity generation has created research requirements extending beyond generation capacity to include power-electronic control, energy storage, stability, flexibility, and coordinated operation. Microgrids are particularly relevant in this context because they can integrate distributed renewable sources with storage and controllable loads while maintaining operational constraints under variable supply conditions.[1]

Research Profile

The supplied profile identifies Peking University as Gu’s institutional affiliation and places his work within renewable energy technologies. A Peking University institutional repository record for a 2026 Journal of Energy Storage article lists Gu as an author and identifies affiliations involving the Peking University College of Engineering and Peking University Ordos Research Institute of Energy.[3]

Research Contribution

Gu’s research contributes to the development of renewable energy storage technologies, particularly through advances in energy-storage systems relevant to the integration of renewable energy. His affiliation with the Peking University College of Engineering and the Peking University Ordos Research Institute of Energy indicates an institutional focus on engineering and energy research. The 2026 Journal of Energy Storage publication further positions his work within emerging energy-storage technologies that can support efficient, reliable, and sustainable renewable-energy utilization.

Publication

Selected publications and research outputs associated with Jipeng Gu include the following works. The list is illustrative rather than an exhaustive bibliography.

Research Impact

The supplied bibliometric profile reports 22 documents, 69 citations, and an h-index of 5. Such indicators provide quantitative measures of indexed scholarly output and citation activity, but they should be interpreted in relation to field, career stage, publication year, database coverage, and the normal time required for research to accumulate citations.

Award Suitability

Based on the supplied profile, Gu’s research is thematically relevant to recognition focused on renewable-energy technologies and innovation in energy systems. His documented publications address renewable-energy integration, microgrid stability, energy storage, adaptive control, and resilient scheduling, all of which are active areas of research within the transition toward flexible and reliable low-carbon electricity systems.[2]

Conclusion

Jipeng Gu’s documented research profile is centered on renewable-energy systems and intelligent control of modern electrical-energy infrastructure. His work spans photovoltaic-storage microgrids, hybrid energy-storage coordination, fuzzy control, stability analysis, and resilient networked microgrid scheduling.[3]

References

    1. Elsevier. (2026). Scopus author details: Jipeng Gu, Author ID 57212085742. Scopus.
      https://www.scopus.com/pages/authors/57212085742
    2. ORCID. (2026). ORCID record: Jipeng Gu,. ORCID.https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0785-9865
    3. International Innovator Awards. (2026). Official award website.https://innovatorawards.org/

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Negin Aalami  |  Engineering  | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Negin Aalami  |  Engineering  | Research Excellence Award

UT; RMIT | Australia

Negin Aalami is a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow whose work bridges sustainable architecture, advanced building engineering, and computational modelling. She holds a doctorate from RMIT University and conducts research at the University of Tehran, focusing on energy-efficient design, building physics, and natural ventilation supported by expertise in CFD analysis, FEM modelling, and additive manufacturing. Her academic record includes an h-index of one, four scholarly documents, and four citations, reflecting an emerging yet impactful presence in high-performance building research. She has contributed to multiple completed and ongoing research projects, published in leading indexed journals, participated in consultancy work, and holds patents in innovative architectural systems. Her research advances adaptive building technologies, including kinetic façades, bio-based materials, 4D-printed components, bilayer envelopes, and movable louvers designed to enhance thermal comfort and energy efficiency. She has developed integrated frameworks combining CFD, hybrid RANS-LES simulations, and multimaterial fabrication to evaluate and prototype responsive architectural systems. Beyond her publications, she has served as a reviewer for international journals in sustainable design and renewable energy. Professionally, she maintains memberships with WELL, the Australian Institute of Architecture, and the Iran Construction Engineering Organisation, contributing to a global architecture and engineering community committed to sustainable innovation.

Profile: Orcid 

Featured Publications 

Aalami, N., Abravesh, M., Maqsood, T., & Bhuiyan, M. A. (2025).
Movement optimization of a movable façade using bimetal as actuators for enhanced indoor airflow. Energy and Buildings, —, 116753.

Aalami, N., Maqsood, T., Bhuiyan, M. A., & Zhang, K. (2024).
Development of operable modular louvers sited in a single-sided ventilated room through 3D parametric optimization. Building and Environment, —, 112134.

Assoc Prof Dr. Shidvash Vakilipour – Engineering – Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Shidvash Vakilipour - Engineering - Best Researcher Award

University of Tehran - Iran

Professional Profile

SCOPUS 

ORCID

Early Academic Pursuits

Shidvash Vakilipour's academic journey began with a strong focus on mechanical engineering, obtaining a B.Sc. from Sharif University of Technology in September 2000. He further specialized in aerodynamic engineering with an M.Sc. from Tarbiat Modares University, completed in January 2003. His pursuit of advanced knowledge led him to earn a Ph.D. in Power and Propulsion from Sharif University of Technology in September 2008. This academic background laid the foundation for his expertise in computational fluid dynamics, thermo-fluid science, and propulsion systems.

Professional Endeavors

Vakilipour's professional career is marked by significant academic and research positions. He is an Associate Professor at the College of Interdisciplinary Science and Technology, University of Tehran, where he also served as Executive Vice President. His experience includes a post-doctoral research fellowship at the University of Manitoba, where he contributed to the Computational Thermo-Fluid Science Lab. His roles have allowed him to mentor graduate students and lead significant research projects in computational fluid dynamics and thermo-fluid sciences.

Contributions and Research Focus

Vakilipour has made notable contributions to computational thermo-fluid science, focusing on numerical simulations of multi-phase flows, aero-thermal flow calculations in turbomachinery, turbulence flow modeling, and molecular dynamics simulations. His research extends to power and propulsion systems, Engineering including engine condition trend monitoring and performance enhancement of gas turbine-based power plants. He is also involved in renewable energy technologies, such as wind turbine blade design and combustion modeling for sustainable energy applications. His work is supported by extensive use of scientific computing software like OpenFOAM, Fluent, and CFX.

Accolades and Recognition

Vakilipour's achievements include membership in the Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering and a post-doctoral research fellowship at the University of Manitoba. He founded The Center for High Performance Computing at the University of Tehran, Engineering demonstrating his leadership in advancing computational research infrastructure. His role as a visiting researcher at the University of Manitoba underscores his international recognition and collaboration in the field of mechanical engineering.

Impact and Influence

Vakilipour's research has had a significant impact on the fields of thermo-fluid dynamics and propulsion systems. His work on numerical simulations and turbulence modeling has contributed to advancements in the efficiency and performance of engineering systems. His academic contributions are further amplified by his role in mentoring Ph.D. and M.Sc. students, guiding their research in complex fluid dynamics and energy systems. His publications and collaborations reflect his influence on both the academic community Engineering and industry applications.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Shidvash Vakilipour's legacy is characterized by his dedication to advancing computational and experimental methods in mechanical engineering. His ongoing research projects, such as the development of interface tracking methods for two-phase flows and the aerodynamic assessment of wind turbine airfoils, promise to push the boundaries of current engineering knowledge. His future contributions are anticipated to further enhance the understanding and application of thermo-fluid dynamics in renewable energy and propulsion systems.

NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS

A fully coupled ALE interface tracking method for a pressure-based finite volume solver  2021(5)

Numerical study of longitudinal vein effects on the aerodynamic characteristics of a corrugated bio-airfoil  2021(2)

Inverse Designing Airfoil Aerodynamics in Compressible Flow by Target Pressure Distribution  2021(1)

A numerical investigation of CO2 dilution on the thermochemical characteristics of a swirl stabilized diffusion flame  2020(2)

Numerical assessment of a deformable trailing-edge flap on aerodynamic load control of a pitching S809 airfoil using OpenFOAM  2016(7)