Dr. Mohammad Hassan Nazari | Cybersecurity | Best Researcher Award

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Education:

Dr. Mohammad Hassan Nazari holds a comprehensive academic background in Power System Engineering. He completed his PhD at Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, between 2011 and 2013, with a focus on optimizing the pricing of distributed generators (DGs) to reduce losses, harmonic disturbances, and greenhouse gas emissions while improving system reliability under uncertainty. Prior to his PhD, he earned his Master of Science (MSc) in Power System Engineering from Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran. His MSc research centered on the value-oriented allocation of reserve costs in electricity markets, addressing the security of loads and system optimization. Additionally, Dr. Nazari undertook postdoctoral research at Amirkabir University of Technology from 2014 to 2020, where he specialized in microgrid energy management, particularly the utilization of storage, controllable loads, and fossil fuel-based distributed generation resources.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Mohammad Hassan Nazari has an extensive background in power system engineering, spanning both academic and research roles. He is currently a postdoctoral researcher at Amirkabir University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, where he focuses on microgrid energy management. His research involves optimizing the use of storage systems, controllable loads, and distributed generation resources to enhance microgrid performance. Prior to his current role, Dr. Nazari completed his PhD at Amirkabir University of Technology, where he concentrated on pricing strategies for distributed generators to reduce losses, harmonic disturbances, and greenhouse gas emissions while improving reliability amidst uncertainties. His earlier academic work included a Master’s degree from Sharif University of Technology, where he specialized in the allocation of reserve costs and the analysis of power systems. In addition to his research, Dr. Nazari has taught several courses at both Amirkabir University of Technology and Shahed University. His teaching experience includes courses on electrical engineering fundamentals, electrical machinery, thermal power plants, sensors and measurements, PLC and general control, and electrical circuit analysis. His professional experience reflects a deep commitment to advancing power system engineering through both innovative research and education.

Research Interests:

Dr. Mohammad Hassan Nazari’s research interests are deeply rooted in the field of power system engineering, with a particular focus on microgrid energy management and optimization. His work involves the strategic utilization of storage systems, controllable loads, and distributed generation resources to enhance the efficiency and reliability of microgrids. Dr. Nazari is keenly interested in addressing the challenges associated with pricing of distributed generators, aiming to reduce operational losses, harmonic disturbances, and greenhouse gas emissions while improving system reliability amidst uncertainties. Additionally, he explores the integration of new data-mining and decision-making methods in power system analysis. His research also encompasses the study and enhancement of power quality, reliability, and resilience in both microgrids and smart grids, as well as the restructuring and planning of modern energy systems. Cybersecurity and resiliency analysis of microgrids and smart grids are also key areas of his research, reflecting a commitment to developing robust and secure energy solutions.