The committee is delighted to welcome our exceptional invited speakers representing a wide range of areas in Engineering & Science research.
Towards a Sustainable Scientific Renaissance: Integrating Research with Sustainable Development Goals in Iraqi Universities
Prof. Dr. Hayder Abed Dhahad
Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, for Scientific Affairs, Iraq
Prof. Dr. Hayder Abed Dhahad earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Technology, Iraq, in 2014, following his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the same institution in 1994 and 1998, respectively. He previously served as the Vice President for Scientific Affairs and Higher Education Studies at the University of Technology, Iraq, and is now the Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, focusing on Scientific Affairs.
With nearly 250 papers published in peer-reviewed journals and extensive experience in both conference participation and supervision of numerous MSc and PhD students, Prof. Dhahad has made significant contributions to his field. His research interests span Renewable Energy, Biofuels, IC Engines, Combustion, Solar Energy, and Fuel Cells
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Current Developments in Electric Power Systems: Challenges and a Sustainable Future
Prof. Erdal IRMAK
Gazi University,Türkiye
Prof. Erdal Irmak, Senior Member of IEEE, earned his BSc degree in Electrical Education from the Faculty of Technical Education at Gazi University, Türkiye, in 1997. Subsequently, he pursued his MSc and PhD degrees in the same field at the Gazi University Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences, in 2001 and 2007, respectively. His expertise covers power system operation and control, voltage and frequency stability, the integration of renewables into power systems, the design of virtual and remote labs, and the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure.
He has authored or co-authored over 130 research papers, most of which are indexed in WoS. Dr. Irmak has led and contributed to various projects, spanning from solar cell technology to microgrid development and real-time pricing optimization in smart grids. He has played key roles in IEEE-supported conferences including GPECOM, ICRERA, and ICSMARTGRID. He serves as the Editor of EPCS and as Associate Editor in prestigious journals such as IJRER and GUJSc. Currently, he is full-time Professor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department of Gazi University.
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Empowering the Next Generation: Integrating Climate Literacy and delivering Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through Clean Cooking Solutions
Dr. Charu Khosla
Director of Academics & Research for International Affairs at Chitkara University, India
Dr. Charu Khosla earned her PhD in Environmental Technology & Management from Punjabi University, Patiala, with a focus on Water and Wastewater Treatment using BioResins. Her academic portfolio includes numerous publications in both national and international journals, with around 38 papers presented at various global conferences. She holds 12 patents, has contributed to 3 book chapters, and has delivered 23 invited expert talks.
As a women-led entrepreneur, Dr. Khosla has developed BB ooर्जaa, an innovation aimed at converting agro waste into clean fuel, with improved draft smokeless stoves. This innovation has earned her widespread recognition and several awards. In 2023, she received the International Award for Partnership and Collaboration from Federation University, Australia, for her contributions to Maintenance, Reliability, and Asset Management. She was also honored with the Greenpreneur Award-2021 by Startup Punjab and the Department of Industries and Commerce in collaboration with FICCI FLO, acknowledging her work in energy management. She was also the first woman to receive the Best Eco-Friendly Research of the Year Award from Mr. Sainy Tiemele, Ambassador of Côte d’Ivoire. Dr. Khosla’s innovation BB ooर्जaa was recognized as the runner-up for the prestigious H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Sustainability Award in 2020.
Other accolades include the International Human Star Award (USA, 2018) and the Startup India Himachal Pradesh Yatra Award (2018).