Alice Di Bella | Energy system | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Alice Di Bella | Energy system | Best Researcher Award

PhD candidate at Politecnico di Milano, Italy

Ms. Alice Di Bella is a dedicated PhD candidate at Politecnico di Milano, specializing in Science, Technology, and Policy for Sustainable Change, under the supervision of Prof. Massimo Tavoni. Her research focuses on creating effective and just decarbonization scenarios for Italy and the EU. She holds a Masterā€™s degree in Energy Engineering with a specialization in Green Power Systems, graduating cum laude from Politecnico di Milano. Alice has also gained valuable experience as a visiting researcher at RFF-CMCC EIEE in Milan and as a research trainee at Eurac Research in Bolzano. Throughout her academic journey, she has been actively involved in extracurricular activities, notably leading the marketing team for Enactus Polimi, where her team won the Enactus National Championship in 2020 with the project “Shea Matters.” Alice has demonstrated proficiency in multiple languages, including Italian, English, and Spanish, and is skilled in various technical and programming tools such as Python, Matlab, GAMS, R, and Microsoft Excel. She also holds several certificates, including an Introductory Certificate in Project Management from IPMA Italy and accomplishments in areas related to infrastructure in Africa and sustainable development goals from Polimi Open Knowledge.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Ms. Alice Di Bella is currently a PhD candidate in Science, Technology, and Policy for Sustainable Change at Politecnico di Milano, under the supervision of Prof. Massimo Tavoni. Her research focuses on developing scenarios for effective and just decarbonization for Italy and the EU, a project she has been involved in since February 2023. From September 2019 to December 2021, Alice pursued a Master’s degree in Energy Engineering, specializing in Green Power Systems, at Politecnico di Milano. She graduated with the highest honors, receiving a 110/110 cum laude. During this period, she was part of the team that won the Enactus National Championship in 2020 with the project “Shea Matters.” Her masterā€™s thesis, conducted in collaboration with Eurac Research and supervised by Prof. Giampaolo Manzolini, focused on “Multi-Objective Optimization to Identify Carbon Neutrality Scenarios for the Italian Electric System,” completed between March 2021 and December 2021. Alice also participated in an Erasmus exchange program at Universidad PolitĆ©cnica de Madrid, Spain, from February 2020 to July 2020. Prior to her master’s, she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Energy Engineering at Politecnico di Milano from September 2016 to July 2019, graduating with a score of 106/110. Her bachelor’s thesis, supervised by Prof. Gioele Di Marcoberardino, was titled “Designing an Off-Grid Minigrid for a Hotel in Sardinia, Involving a Desalination Station.” Aliceā€™s academic journey began at Liceo Scientifico “Piero Bottoni” in Milan, where she studied from September 2011 to July 2016. During her high school years, she also spent a semester abroad at Lawrence County High School in Tennessee, USA, from August 2014 to December 2014.

Professional Experience:

Ms. Alice Di Bella has been a visiting researcher at RFF-CMCC European Institute on Economics and the Environment (EIEE) in Milan since January 2022. Prior to this, she served as a research trainee at Eurac Research in Bolzano from September 2021 to November 2021. From September 2019 to June 2021, Alice was the marketing team leader for Enactus Polimi, during which her team won the Enactus National Championship in 2020 with their project “Shea Matters.”

Skills:

Ms. Alice Di Bella is a native Italian speaker with proficient language skills in English, holding a C1 level with a First Certificate Grade B, and Spanish at a B2 level with an OLS certificate. Her technical and programming competencies include proficiency in Python, Matlab, GAMS, R, and Microsoft Excel.

Certificates:

Ms. Alice Di Bella holds an Introductory Certificate in Project Management from IPMA Italy. Additionally, she has earned certificates of accomplishment from Polimi Open Knowledge in the areas of “Enabling Infrastructure in Africa for the Next Production Revolution” and “Higher Education for Sustainable Development Goals.”v

 

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šŸ“šPublications :

Multi-Objective Optimization to Identify Carbon Neutrality Scenarios for the Italian Electric System

Authors: A. Di Bella, F. Canti, M.G. Prina, V. Casalicchio, G. Manzolini, W. Sparber

Citations: 2

Year: 2022

Demand-side policies for power generation in response to the energy crisis: a model analysis for Italy

Authors: A. Di Bella, M. Tavoni

Citations: Not provided

Year: 2024

Power system investment optimization to identify carbon neutrality scenarios for Italy

Authors: A. Di Bella, F. Canti, M.G. Prina, V. Casalicchio, G. Manzolini, W. Sparber

Citations: Not provided

Year: 2023

Demand-Side Strategies for CO2 Emission Reductions: An Integrated Assessment Modeling Perspective

Authors: R. van Heerden, O. Edelenbosch, B.L. Baptista, A. Di Bella, V. Daioglou, …

Citations: Not provided

Year: 2023

Deep mitigation strategies for the European building sector

Authors: A. Mastrucci, B. van Ruijven, F.P. Colelli, V. Daioglou, A. Di Bella, …

Citations: Not provided

Year: 2023

Verso una crescita a zero emissioni: Gli impatti macroeconomici e occupazionali per lā€™Italia del pacchetto ā€œFit for 55ā€

Authors: F. Bosello, C. Carraro, A. Di Bella, R. Key, R. Parrado, G. Standardi, M. Tavoni

Citations: Not provided

Year: 2023

 

 

Abd El-Fattah Omran | Renewable energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Abd El-Fattah Omran | Renewable energy | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at ERI, Egypt

Dr. Abd El-Fattah Omran is a researcher with a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Cairo University, specializing in renewable energy technologies, photovoltaic systems, and electrical power and control engineering. He has extensive experience working in various roles, including as a researcher and assistant researcher at the Electronics Research Institute in Cairo, Egypt. Dr. Omran has a strong academic background, with a B.Sc. in Industrial Electronic and Control from Menoufia University, an M.Sc. in electrical engineering from Cairo University, and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Cairo University. He has presented research papers at international conferences and workshops, demonstrating his commitment to professional development and knowledge dissemination. Dr. Omran’s research interests include sustainable energy systems, photovoltaic systems, and renewable energy technologies. He is proficient in programming languages such as MATLAB, LABVIEW, Arduino, C, and C++, and he has strong skills in engineering simulations and analysis using Workbench. Dr. Omran is also skilled in presentation and teamwork, with a proven ability to work under pressure in various environments.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Dr. Abd El-Fattah Omran has a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Cairo University, which he completed in February 2024. His doctoral thesis focused on the optimal economical sizing and control of a PV-battery grid-connected system for fast charging stations of electric vehicles. Prior to his Ph.D., Dr. Omran obtained an M.Sc. in electrical engineering from Cairo University in August 2017, with a thesis titled “Smart Photovoltaic Traffic System.” He also holds a B.Sc. in Industrial Electronic and Control from Menoufia University, which he completed in 2011. Dr. Omran graduated with an excellent grade and received an honor degree for his academic achievements. His final project during his undergraduate studies was graded as excellent.

šŸ“WorkĀ Experience:

Dr. Abd El-Fattah Omran has extensive experience in renewable energy technologies, photovoltaic systems, and electrical power and control engineering. Since March 2024, he has been working as a researcher at the Electronics Research Institute in New Nozha, Cairo, Egypt. Prior to this, from August 2017 to February 2024, he served as an Assistant Researcher at the same institute. From July 2012 to August 2017, Dr. Omran worked as a Research Assistant at the Electronics Research Institute. Before joining the institute, he worked as an Electrical Maintenance and Control Engineer at Ever Grow for Specialized Fertilizer in Giza, Egypt, from January to July 2012. His diverse roles have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of renewable energy systems and electrical engineering practices.

šŸ“ŠConferences & Workshops:

Dr. Abd El-Fattah Omran has actively participated in various conferences and workshops, enriching his knowledge and expertise in the field of electrical engineering. He presented a research paper at the international conferences “ADVANCED CONTROL CIRCUITS AND SYSTEMS, NEW PARADIGMS IN ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACCSā€™015 and PEITā€™015.” Dr. Omran also attended a conference on scientific research and civil society, as well as a special exhibition center of scientific and technological excellence. His commitment to professional development is evident through his participation in workshops such as the Research Quality and Performance Workshop in September 2019, and workshops on power electronics and energy conversion at the Electronics Research Institute (ERI). Dr. Omran also prepared and presented workshops within the PV Department at ERI, showcasing his expertise and dedication to knowledge dissemination. Additionally, he participated in the Industry Modernization Forum at ERI in December 2021, further enhancing his understanding of industrial practices and trends.

Skills:

Dr. Abd El-Fattah Omran possesses a range of skills that complement his expertise in renewable energy technologies and electrical engineering. He is proficient in using Workbench for engineering simulations and analysis. His programming skills include MATLAB, LABVIEW, Arduino, C, and C++. Dr. Omran also excels in presentation, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts. He demonstrates resilience and the ability to work under pressure in various environments, ensuring project success. Additionally, he is adept at teamwork, contributing effectively to collaborative projects.

 

šŸ“šPublications :

Optimal sizing of a PV-battery stand-alone fast charging station for electric vehicles using SO

Authors: AEFA Omran, AESA Nafeh, HKM Yousef

Citations: 8

Year: 2022

Journal: International Journal of Renewable Energy Research (IJRER) 12 (4), 1769-1778

Sizing, Modeling and Control of Photovoltaic Traffic Light System

Authors: AEFA Omran, FH Fahmy, AESA Nafeh, HKM Yousef

Citations: 3

Year: 2016

Optimal economical sizing of a PV-battery grid-connected system for fast charging station of electric vehicles using modified snake optimization algorithm

Authors: AESA Nafeh, AEFA Omran, A Elkholy, HKM Yousef

Journal: Results in Engineering 21, 101965