Professor Farhad Namdari
Associate Professor
Engineering
Professor Farhad Namdari is a leading expert in electrical energy systems, specializing in smart grids, renewable energy, and Wide Area Monitoring, Protection, and Control (WAMPAC). With over 25 years of experience in both academia and industry, he has made significant contributions to power system protection, AI applications in smart grids, and the integration of renewable energy sources into modern grids. His recent focus also includes applying electrical power solutions in healthcare and exploring the use of electromagnetic fields and energy systems in medical applications. Currently an Associate Professor at the University of Exeter, he is deeply committed to advancing both research and industry through innovation and collaboration.
Academic and Industrial Projects
Prof. Namdari has led numerous interdisciplinary projects that bridge academic research and industrial application. His work on smart grids and WAMPAC has optimized power flow and protection relay systems for large industrial complexes, enhancing system resilience and integrating renewable energy. He has also applied AI techniques to improve the efficiency and protection of modern power systems, ensuring smarter, more adaptive grids. His research on healthcare applications has explored the use of electrical power systems to improve medical technologies and processes.
Prof. Namdari has led numerous interdisciplinary projects that bridge academic research and industrial application. His work on smart grids and WAMPAC has optimized power flow and protection relay systems for large industrial complexes, enhancing system resilience and integrating renewable energy. He has also applied AI techniques to improve the efficiency and protection of modern power systems, ensuring smarter, more adaptive grids. His research on healthcare applications has explored the use of electrical power systems to improve medical technologies and processes.
In collaboration with leading International Energy Companies and government institutions, he has directed energy optimization, system simulation, and fault detection projects. His ability to secure funding and deliver impactful solutions has made him a trusted partner for industrial research initiatives.
He has published more than 140 technical Journal and Conference Papers, is an Editorial Board Member of the “Protection and Control of Modern Power Systems” Journal, and is a Senior Member of the IEEE and a Member of the IET.
Opportunities for PhD Students
Prof. Namdari offers exciting opportunities for prospective PhD students interested in the future of electrical power systems. His research covers cutting-edge topics such as AI in smart grids, renewable energy integration, power system resilience, and the application of electrical energy in healthcare. Students under his supervision will be able to engage in impactful research, gain hands-on experience with industry partners, and contribute to global challenges in energy and healthcare. With his strong industry connections and innovative approach, students will be well-positioned to lead future developments in these critical areas.
Prof. Namdari offers exciting opportunities for prospective PhD students interested in the future of electrical power systems. His research covers cutting-edge topics such as AI in smart grids, renewable energy integration, power system resilience, and the application of electrical energy in healthcare. Students under his supervision will be able to engage in impactful research, gain hands-on experience with industry partners, and contribute to global challenges in energy and healthcare. With his strong industry connections and innovative approach, students will be well-positioned to lead future developments in these critical areas.
Why Work with Prof. Namdari?
Prof. Namdari’s extensive experience in smart grid technology, renewable energy, and AI applications, combined with his expertise in healthcare power solutions, makes him a valuable collaborator for both industrial and academic projects. His ability to lead high-impact research and develop innovative, practical solutions ensures that students, researchers, and industry partners can benefit from his deep knowledge and forward-thinking approach.