ELITE Grid Research Lab

About the ELITE Grid Research Lab

The ELITE Grid Research Lab is led by Prof. Yunwei (Ryan) Li. The lab’s objectives are to develop key technologies and train highly qualified personnel (HQP) for Canada’s next-generation electric grids. We aim at developing grids with high percentages of renewable energy generation; highly efficient transmission and distribution structures; reliable and efficient power electronic interfaces to integrate renewable energy and high efficiency loads; and the highest cyber security and system reliability.

Lab Director

Dr. Yunwei (Ryan) Li

Ph.D., P.Eng., IEEE Fellow, CAE Fellow          Professor and University of Alberta Senior Engineering Research Chair                  Chair, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

ELITE Grid Research Lab News

ELITE Grid Research Lab Participates in the Edmonton Outreach Event at TELUS World of Science!

Nov. 10th, 2024: Two lab members, Mariam Mughees (PhD student) and Xiaoting Wang (Postdoctoral fellow), engaged in a science outreach event for children at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton, organized in partnership with the Future Energy Systems group at the University of Alberta. During the event, our lab showcased the transformative role of AI technology in energy management through interactive demonstrations and engaging exhibits, sparking curiosity and interest in engineering among younger generation while offering attendees an accessible and inspiring introduction to cutting-edge advancements in sustainable energy solutions. 

For more information regarding the event, you may find them here.

Research Interests

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