Tayyab Ashfaq | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr.Tayyab Ashfaq | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Jr. Researcher Comsats University Islamabad Pakistan

Tayyab Ashfaq is a dedicated Electrical Design Engineer with extensive experience in designing and managing photovoltaic solar systems. With a solid background in electrical engineering and a passion for renewable energy solutions, he excels in creating efficient and innovative designs for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Tayyab is committed to advancing sustainable energy practices through meticulous engineering and research.

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Education

🎓 Tayyab holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Comsats University Islamabad, completed in 2023, and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Wah, completed in 2019. His academic journey has equipped him with a deep understanding of electrical systems, renewable energy technologies, and advanced engineering principles.

Experience

🔧 Currently, Tayyab is an Electrical Design Engineer at OMECTA International, Pakistan, where he develops detailed designs for PV solar systems. His previous roles include Site Engineer at Renergetic Engineering Pvt Ltd, where he ensured compliance with standards and oversaw the installation and commissioning of solar panels. Additionally, Tayyab has interned at Ordinance Factories, gaining foundational knowledge in SCADA/HMI systems and plant operations.

Research Interests

🔍 Tayyab’s research interests lie in renewable energy integration, power system optimization, and advanced control systems. His projects include developing global maximum power point tracking controllers under partial shading conditions and energy management systems for grid-connected microgrids. He also focuses on automatic generation control in multi-area power systems.

Awards

🏆 Tayyab received the Best Project award in the Final Year Project Competition at the Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Wah, recognizing his innovative approach and technical excellence in engineering solutions.

Publications

📚 Tayyab has contributed to the field of electrical engineering with his publication in the journal Sustainability:

  • Automatic Generation Control in Renewables-Integrated Multi-Area Power Systems: A Comparative Control Analysis (2024). Sustainability, 16(13), 5735. Cited by articles.
  •  Best Project in Final Year Project Competition at Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Wah

Charith Fonseka | Resource Recovery | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.Charith Fonseka | Resource Recovery | Best Researcher Award

Water Strategy Officer NSW DCCEEW Australia

Dr. Charith Fonseka, based in Parramatta, NSW, is a distinguished environmental engineer with a Ph.D. from the University of Technology Sydney. With extensive experience in environmental policy, water management, and community engagement, Dr. Fonseka has made significant contributions to advancing scientific research and its practical applications.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Fonseka holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Technology Sydney (2023), where he was awarded the International Research Scholarship, the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Scholarship, and the CSIRO postgraduate top-up scholarship. Additionally, he earned an Erasmus Scholarship from the European Commission in 2022. He also has a Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Engineering and Management (2018) and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (2015) from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, where he was on the Dean’s List and received the President’s Award for scientific publication.

Experience 💼

Dr. Fonseka currently serves as a Water Strategy Officer at the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water, where he provides critical analysis and advice on water markets and urban water strategies. His previous roles include Ph.D. Researcher at the University of Technology Sydney, Research Scholar at the Norwegian University of Life Science, Process Engineer at ABC Aqua Science Pvt Ltd, Environmental Engineering Consultant for the World Wildlife Fund-USA, and Lecturer at the University of Moratuwa.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Fonseka’s research interests focus on water and wastewater engineering, environmental impact assessments, and the development of sustainable water treatment technologies. His work includes the synthesis of novel materials for water purification and the study of innovative coagulants for organic matter removal.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Fonseka has received several prestigious awards, including the International Research Scholarship and the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Scholarship from the University of Technology Sydney, the CSIRO postgraduate top-up scholarship, and the Erasmus Scholarship from the European Commission. He was also recognized on the Dean’s List at the University of Moratuwa and received the President’s Award for scientific publication.

Publications 📚

Dr. Fonseka has published several influential papers, including:

  1. Fonseka, C. D., et al. (2023). “Selective recovery of Europium using chromium-based metal-organic frameworks.” Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering. Cited by 60 articles.
  2. Fonseka, C. D., et al. (2022). “Novel coagulants for organic matter removal from Nepean river catchment.” Water Research. Cited by 45 articles.
  3. Fonseka, C. D., et al. (2021). “Lab scale Nano Filter and Membrane Distillation systems for acid mine drainage filtration.” Separation and Purification Technology. Cited by 30 articles.
  4. Fonseka, C. D., et al. (2020). “Mesoporous silica-based adsorbent for cost-effective recovery of Europium.” Chemical Engineering Journal. Cited by 25 articles.