Power Electronics & Energy Systems Research
Power electronics and energy systems research focuses on how energy is generated, converted, controlled and delivered efficiently and reliably at all scales. Our faculty develop advanced power converters, control systems and grid-level models that support power system planning and operations while enabling renewable energy integration, transportation and next-generation electric grids. Their research supports applications ranging from everyday consumer electronics to data centers that advance a more resilient energy future.
Our faculty and students are engaged in a range of research projects, which are supported by government agencies and industry sponsors.
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy
- National Laboratory of the Rockies
- National Science Foundation
- Eaton
- Encoord
- Deloitte
- Hanwha Qcells
- OptiGrid
- Texas Instruments
- Toyota
Area Strengths
Design, modeling, control and optimization of power converters for high-performance and efficient energy applications.
Power conversion using wide bandgap semiconductors for compact, efficient power systems.
Advanced digital control of switched-mode power converters and integrated circuits for power applications.
Power electronics and system-level solutions enabling renewable energy sources and improved energy efficiency.
Modeling, dynamics, stability and optimization of power systems, including large-scale energy integration and electric grids.
Research Areas
- Biomedical Engineering Research
- Integrated Circuits & Systems
- Computer Engineering Research
- Electromagnetics, RF and Microwaves Research
- Machine Learning, Information, Network, Communication and Data Sciences Research
- Photonics and Quantum Engineering Research
- Power Electronics & Energy Systems Research
- Systems and Controls Research