Ivan Marovic | Project Management | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Ivan Marovic | Project Management | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ivan Marovic | University of Rijeka | Croatia

Prof. Dr. Ivan Marovic is a distinguished academic with over two decades of experience in civil engineering, progressing from research assistant to full professorship at the University of Rijeka, Croatia. His expertise lies in Project Management with a particular focus on management information systems, multi-criteria decision analysis, and soft computing methods applied to civil engineering challenges. He has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the Best Doctoral Thesis Award by the Croatian Association of Civil Engineers, the Vera Johanides Award by the Croatian Academy of Technical Sciences, and the Global Peer Review Award (Clarivate Analytics) for ranking among the top 1% of reviewers worldwide in Environment and Ecology as well as in Cross-Field research. Prof. Marović has demonstrated exceptional leadership in research, having led and participated in multiple national and international projects such as “Development of performance management model for construction projects based on soft computing methods (PerfMAN),” “CRESCO Adria,” “GAIA COFUND,” and several University of Rijeka-funded initiatives focusing on construction project optimization, climate adaptation, and infrastructure performance. His prolific academic output includes 40 Scopus-indexed and 38 Web of Science-indexed publications, achieving 457 citations (Scopus), 383 citations (WoS), and h-indices of 13 and 11, respectively, reflecting a consistent contribution to advancing sustainable construction and project management methodologies. His editorial involvement spans guest editorships in Sustainability and Applied Sciences, and membership on the editorial board of Advances in Civil and Architectural Engineering. As an active member of numerous scientific committees across Europe including OTMC, PrometheeDays, and DBMC conferences he has contributed to shaping the discourse in civil engineering research. Beyond academia, he has been actively engaged in consultancy and innovation-driven collaborations, notably co-investigating the award-winning “Innovative Connector for Joining Thin-Walled Steel C-Profile Structural Elements,” which received a silver medal at the ARCA International Exhibition for Innovation. His professional memberships include the Croatian Operational Research Society and the Croatian Association of Construction Management. A dedicated mentor, he has supervised over 45 bachelor’s and master’s theses and one doctoral dissertation. For his outstanding academic, research, and industry contributions, Prof. Marović continues to be recognized nationally and internationally as a leading figure in civil engineering project management and sustainable infrastructure development.

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Marwa BEN SAID-ROMDHANE | Génie Electrique | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Marwa BEN SAID-ROMDHANE | Génie Electrique | Best Researcher Award

Professor of Medicine at Ecole Nationale d’Ingénieurs de Tunis, Tunisia

A. Sayah is an accomplished Associate Professor at ISSAT Gabès, Tunisia, specializing in electrical engineering. With a strong academic background and significant research contributions, they are dedicated to advancing sustainable energy solutions. Their innovative work spans solar power systems and electric vehicles, making a notable impact in the field.

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Education🎓 

Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (2012-2016) from ENIT, UTM, Tunisia, with a thesis focused on robust grid-connected converters. Previously earned an M.Sc. in Electrical Systems (2011-2012) and a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (2008-2011) from the same institution, showcasing a solid foundation in electrical engineering principles. 📚

Experience🛠️ 

Experience: Serving as an Associate Professor since 2020 at ISSAT Gabès, with prior positions at ENIT, UTM, and Ecole Nationale d’Ingénieurs de Carthage. They have also contributed as a Postdoctoral Researcher at LSE, enhancing their expertise in electrical energy applications and systems. 👨‍🏫

Awards and Honors🏆 

Awards and Honors: Recipient of the 2023 SSHN award for high-level research stays and multiple excellence scholarships from the ENIT Doctoral School in 2016 and 2017. Additionally, they hold fellowships from Université de Tunis El Manar and serve on the scientific committee of key conferences. 🥇

Research Focus🔍 

Research Focus: Their research primarily revolves around optimizing power systems in renewable energy applications, specifically focusing on solar-powered electric vehicles and microgrid technology. They strive to enhance power quality and energy efficiency, contributing to sustainable energy solutions in Tunisia and beyond. 🌞🔋

 

Publication  Top Notes

 

  • Robust Active Damping Methods for LCL Filter-Based Grid-Connected Converters
    • Authors: M.B. Saïd-Romdhane, M.W. Naouar, I. Slama-Belkhodja, E. Monmasson
    • Journal: IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics
    • Volume: 32
    • Issue: 9
    • Pages: 6739-6750
    • Year: 2016
    • Citations: 151
  • An Improved LCL Filter Design to Ensure Stability Without Damping and Despite Large Grid Impedance Variations
    • Authors: M.B. Said-Romdhane, M.W. Naouar, I. Slama-Belkhodja, E. Monmasson
    • Journal: Energies
    • Volume: 10
    • Issue: 3
    • Article: 336
    • Year: 2017
    • Citations: 106
  • Simple and Systematic LCL Filter Design for Three-Phase Grid-Connected Power Converters
    • Authors: M.B. Said-Romdhane, M.W. Naouar, I.S. Belkhodja, E. Monmasson
    • Journal: Mathematics and Computers in Simulation
    • Volume: 130
    • Pages: 181-193
    • Year: 2016
    • Citations: 73
  • A Review on Vehicle-Integrated Photovoltaic Panels
    • Authors: M. Ben Said-Romdhane, S. Skander-Mustapha
    • Book: Advanced Technologies for Solar Photovoltaics Energy Systems
    • Pages: 349-370
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 21
  • Grid Emulator for Small Scale Distributed Energy Generation Laboratory
    • Authors: S. Skander-Mustapha, M.J.B. Ghorbal, M.B. Said-Romdhane, M. Miladi, …
    • Journal: Sustainable Cities and Society
    • Volume: 43
    • Pages: 325-338
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 16
  • Time Delay Consideration for Robust Capacitor-Current-Inner-Loop Active Damping of LCL-Filter-Based Grid-Connected Converters
    • Authors: M.B. Saïd-Romdhane, M.W. Naouar, I. Slama-Belkhodja, E. Monmasson
    • Journal: International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems
    • Volume: 95
    • Pages: 177-187
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 14
  • Analysis Study of City Obstacles Shading Impact on Solar PV Vehicle
    • Authors: M.B. Said-Romdhane, S. Skander-Mustapha, I. Slama-Belkhodja
    • Conference: 2021 4th International Symposium on Advanced Electrical and Communication …
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 7
  • Systematic Design Method for PI Controller with Virtual Resistor-Based Active Damping of LCL Filter
    • Authors: M.B. Saïd-Romdhane, M.W. Naouar, I. Slama-Belkhodja
    • Journal: Global Energy Interconnection
    • Volume: 1
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 319-329
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 7
  • Adaptive Deadbeat Predictive Control for PMSM-Based Solar-Powered Electric Vehicles with Enhanced Stator Resistance Compensation
    • Authors: M.B. Said-Romdhane, S. Skander-Mustapha, R. Belhassen
    • Journal: Science and Technology for Energy Transition
    • Volume: 78
    • Pages: 35
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 4
  • Indirect Sliding Mode Power Control Associated with Virtual-Resistor-Based Active Damping Method for LLCL-Filter-Based Grid-Connected Converters
    • Authors: M.B. Saïd-Romdhane, M.W. Naouar, I. Slama-Belkhodja, E. Monmasson
    • Journal: International Journal of Renewable Energy Research
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 1155-1165
    • Year: 2017
    • Citations: 4
  • Enhanced Real-Time Impedance Emulation for Microgrid Equipment Testing and Applications
    • Authors: I.S.B. M. Ben Said-Romdhane, S. Skander-Mustapha
    • Conference: International Renewable Energy Congress
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 2

Conclusion

The individual is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with a robust educational foundation, impressive research contributions, a commendable publication record, and significant professional engagement. Their focus on sustainable solutions in electrical engineering aligns well with contemporary challenges, making their work highly relevant. By addressing areas for improvement, such as enhancing collaboration and visibility, they could further elevate their impact in the field. Overall, their combination of expertise, innovation, and commitment positions them as a leader worthy of this esteemed recognition.