• Post-Doctoral Research from USA (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, USA).
• Published 170 research papers in refereed journals and conference proceedings of international repute such as:
• IEEE Transaction on Sustainable Energy

• IET Energy Systems Integration
• IET Smart Grid
• IEEE-CSEE Journal of Power and Energy Systems
• Energy; Renewable Energy; Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews; Applied Soft Computing; Solar Energy Material and Solar Cells (Elsevier)
• Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy, AIP, USA.
• Arabian Journal of Science and Engineering, Soft Computing (Springer).
• International Journal of Sustainable Energy; Energy Sources Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects (Taylor & Francis).
• Engineering Reports (Wiley).
• International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy, Renewable Energy Technology, Power and Energy Conversion (Inderscience).
• IEEE Conferences, Spring Lecture Notes Series and Scopus Indexed Conference Proceedings.

• Published more than 70 research papers in refereed journals and conference proceedings of international repute during the last 3 years.  
• Successfully completed three sponsored research projects
• Presently working on one national and one international project for amount INR 150 lakhs.
• Actively engaged in international collaboration with Industry and Academia
• Supervised: 05 Ph.D. and 22 M. Tech. scholars currently supervising 04 Ph.D. Scholars and 02 M.Tech. Scholars
• Evaluated more than 55 Ph.D. thesis

Awards and Recognition:

• Awarded Raman Fellowships for Post-Doctoral Research for Indian Scholars in USA for the Year 2016-17.
• Selected for UGC Research Award for the period of 2014-16.
• Research Excellence Award 2019, 2020 at Delhi Technological University, Delhi for publications in reputed International Journals.
• Received publications award at Qassim University, Saudi Arabia for ISI and Scopus publication during the year 2020-21.
• Received Start-Up Research Grants (Young Scientists), SERB, Govt. of India
• Elevated to Senior Membership of IEEE.
• Received recognition as reviewer from Energy: The International Journal (Elsevier), Netherland, ISSN: 0360-5442, Impact Factor: 6.082.
• Received best paper award in 12^th IEEE India International Conference, 2015 (INDICON 2015) entitled Electronics, Energy, Environment, Communication, Computer, Control (E³-C³), organized by Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi, India during December 17-20, 2015.
• Awarded Scholarship from Ministry of Minority Affairs, Govt. of India, Merit Scholarship, etc.

Sponsored Projects:

• Presently working on an International Project as Co-PI on the topic “Investigating Energy Production Degradation of Solar Photovoltaic Plants Due to Meteorological Parameters and Atmospheric Aerosol Loads in Desert Regions”, Funded by Ministry of Education, Govt. of Saudi Arabia (SAR: 606744 ~ INR 120 Lakhs)
• Presently working on the project titled “Smart Dynamic Energy Management for the Built Environment with Integrated Renewable Energy” under Core Research Grants (CRG), SERB, DST [INR 31,06,455/-].
• Completed three sponsored research projects of around INR 55 Lakhs from (One from DST and two from AICTE) in the area of renewable energy systems.

Selected Publications in International Journals:

• M. Rizwan, Astitva Kumar and Uma Nangia, “A Hybrid Optimization Technique for Proficient Energy Management in Smart Grid Environment,” International Journal of Hydrogen Energy (Elsevier), Vol. 47, pp. 5564-5576, 2022. ISSN: 0360-3199, Impact Factor: 5.816 (SCI Journal).
• Arjun Baliyan, Isaka J. Mwakitalima ,  Majid Jamil and M. Rizwan, “Intelligent Energy Management System for a Smart Home Integrated with Renewable Energy Resources,” International Journal of Photoenergy, Vol. 2022, Article ID 9607545, pp. 1-6, 2022. ISSN: 1110-662X (Print), 1687-529X (Online). Impact Factor: 2.113 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Ibrahim Alsaidan and Muhannad Alaraj “Solar Energy Forecasting using Intelligent Techniques: A Step towards Sustainable Power Generating System,” Journal of Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems, IOS Press, Netherlands, Vol. 42, Issue 2, pp. 885-896, 2022. ISSN: 1064-1246 (Print), 1875-8967 (Online). Impact Factor: 1.851 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Astitva Kumar, Uma Nagia and Muhannad Alaraj, “Grey Wolf Optimizer for Array Reconfiguration for Maximum Power Production from Solar Photovoltaic Plants under Different Scenarios,” Sustainability, Vol. 13, Issue 23, 13627, pp. 1-18, December 2021. ISSN: 2071-1050, Impact Factor: 3.251 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Astitva Kumar, Uma Nagia and Muhannad Alaraj, “Novel AI Based Energy Management System for Smart Grid with RES Integration,” IEEE Access, Vol 9, pp. 162530-162542, 2021. ISSN: 2169-3536, Impact Factor: 3.745 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Mohd. Bilal, Ibrahim Alsaidan and Fahad M. Almasoudi “AI-Based Approach for Optimal Placement of EVCS and DG With Reliability Analysis,” IEEE Access, Vol 9, pp. 154204-154224, 2021. ISSN: 2169-3536, Impact Factor: 3.745 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Astitva Kumar, Muhannad Alaraj, Ibrahim Alsaidan and Majid Jamil, “Energy Production Forecasting from Solar Photovoltaic Plants based on Meteorological Parameters for Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia,” IEEE Access, Vol 9, pp. 83241-83251, 2021. ISSN: 2169-3536, Impact Factor: 3.745 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, and Mohd. Bilal, " Integration of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Capacitors in Distribution Systems with Vehicle-to-Grid Facility," Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects (Taylor and Francis), April, 2021. ISSN: 1556-7036 (Print), 1556-7230 (Online), Impact Factor: 1.184 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Priynaka Chaudhary, Ibrahim Alsaidan, Muhannad Alaraj “An Intelligent Approach to Active and Reactive Power Control in a Grid-Connected Solar Photovoltaic System,” Sustainability, Vol. 13, Issue 8, 4219, pp. 1-24, April 2021. ISSN: 2071-1050, Impact Factor: 3.251 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan and Priyanka Chaudhary, "QNBP NN based I Cos Ï• Algorithm for PV Systems Integrated with LV/MV Grid," Soft Computing (Springer), Vol 25, Issue 4, pp. 2599-2614, 2021. ISSN: 1432-7643 (Print), 1433-7479 (Online), Impact Factor: 3.050 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Muhannad Alaraj, Anirudh Dube, Ibrahim Alsaidan and Majid Jamil, “Design and Development of a Proficient Converter for Solar Photovoltaic Based Sustainable Power Generating System,” Sustainability, Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2045, pp. 1-23, 2021. ISSN: 2071-1050, Impact Factor: 2.576 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Astitva Kumar and Uma Nangia, “A New Approach to Design and Optimize Sizing of Hybrid Microgrid in Deregulated Electricity Environment,” IEEE-CSEE Journal of Power and Energy Systems, November, 2020. ISSN: 2096-0042, Impact Factor: 3.115 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, and Mohd. Bilal, " Intelligent Algorithm based Efficient Planning of Electric Vehicle Charging Station: A Case Study of Metropolitan City of India," Scientia Iranica, July, 2021. ISSN: 1026-3098 (Print), 2345-3605 (Online), Impact Factor: 1.435 (SCIE Journal).
• Upma Singh and M. Rizwan, "A Systematic Review on Selected Applications and Approaches of Wind Energy Forecasting and Integration," Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series B, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication and Computer Engineering, (Springer), May, 2021. ISSN: 2250-2114 (Print), 2250-2106 (Online), Scopus (Elsevier) Journal.
• M. Rizwan, Isaka J. Mwakitalima and Narendra Kumar, “Standalone Solar Photovoltaic Electricity Supply to Rural Household in Tanzania,” IETE Journal of Research, April 2021. ISSN: 0377-2063 (Print) ISSN: 0974-780X (Online), Impact Factor: 1.125 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan and Yousef R. Alharbi “Artificial Intelligence Based Approach for Short Term Load Forecasting for Selected Feeders at Madina, Saudi Arabia,” International Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering & Telecommunications, Poland, Vol. 10, Issue 5, pp. 300-306, 2021. ISSN: 2319-2518 (Online); Scopus (Elsevier) Journal.
• M. Rizwan, Astitva Kumar and Uma Nangia, “Development of ANFIS-based Algorithm for MPPT Controller for Standalone Photovoltaic System”, International Journal of Advanced Intelligence Paradigms (Inderscience), Vol. 18, No. 2, pp. 247-264, 2021. ISSN: 1755-0394 (Online), 1755-0386 (Print), Scopus (Elsevier) Journal.
• M. Rizwan, Ibrahim Alsaidan, Muhannad Alaraj “Development of Web Based Laboratory Prototype for Remote Monitoring and Control of Electrical Appliances,” International Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering & Telecommunications, Poland, Vol. 10, No. 3, pp. 151-159, 2021. ISSN: 2319-2518 (Online); Scopus (Elsevier) Journal.
• M. Rizwan and Priyanka Chaudhary, "Nonlinear Control of Grid Tied Solar Photovoltaic System Considering Uncertainties", IETE Journal of Research, December 2020. ISSN: 0377-2063 (Print) ISSN: 0974-780X (Online), Impact Factor: 1.125 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Gulnar Perveen, Nidhi Goel and Priyanka Anand, "Artificial Neural Network Models for Global Solar Energy and Photovoltaic Power Forecasting over India," Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects (Taylor and Francis), September, 2020. ISSN: 1556-7036 (Print), 1556-7230 (Online), Impact Factor: 1.184 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Arjun Baliyan, Majid Jamil, Ibrahim Alsaidan and Muhannad Alaraj, “An Intelligent PI Controller based hybrid Series Active Power Filter for Harmonic Compensation,” Mathematical Problems in Engineering (Hindawi), Volume 2021, Article ID 6565841, pp. 1-10, February, 2021. ISSN: 1024-123X (Print) ISSN: 1563-5147 (Online). Impact factor: 1.009 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan and Mohd. Bilal, “Electric Vehicles in a Smart Grid: A Comprehensive Survey on Optimal Location of Charging Station,” IET Smart Grid, Vol. 3, Issue 3, pp. 267-279, 2020. ISSN: 2515-2947, Scopus Journal. 
• M. Rizwan, Astitva Kumar and Uma Nangia, “A Hybrid Intelligent Approach for Solar Photovoltaic Power Forecasting: Impact of Aerosol Data,” Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering (Springer), Vol. 45, Issue 3, pp. 1715-1732, 2020. ISSN: 2193-567X (Print), ISSN: 2191-4281 (Online), Impact Factor: 1.711 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Priyanka Anand and S. K. Bath, “Size Optimization of RES based Grid Connected Hybrid Power System using Harmony Search Algorithm," International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy (Inderscience). Vol. 16, No. 3, pp. 238-276, 2020. ISSN online: 1741-508X, ISSN print: 1472-8923, Scopus (Elsevier) Journal.
• M. Rizwan, Shahram Karimi and Khalil Gholami, "Optimal Sizing and Placement of the UPQC and DG simultaneously based on Sensitivity Analysis and Firefly Algorithm," International Journal of Power and Energy Conversion (Inderscience). Vol. 11, No. 4, pp. 390-411, 2020. ISSN print: 1757-1154, ISSN online: 1757-1162. Scopus (Elsevier) Journal.
• M. Rizwan, Isaka J. Mwakitalima and Narendra Kumar, “Opportunities and Challenges in the Development of Smart Cities in Tanzania,” Advances in Energy Research, An International Journal, Vol. 7, No. 2, pp. 135-146, June 2020. ISSN: 2287-6316 (Print), 2287-6324 (Online). ESCI Journal.
• M. Rizwan and Priyanka Chaudhary, “Intelligent Approach-based Hybrid Control Algorithm for Integration of Solar Photovoltaic System in Smart Grid Environment," IET Smart Grid, Vol. 2, Issue 3, pp. 445-454, 2019. ISSN: 2515-2947, Scopus (Elsevier) Journal. 
• M. Rizwan, Priyanka Anand and S. K. Bath, “Sizing of Renewable Energy based Hybrid System for Rural Electrification using Grey Wolf Optimization Approach,” IET Energy Systems Integration, Vol. 1, Issue 3, pp. 158-172, 2019. ISSN: 2516-8401.  
• M. Rizwan, Gulnar Perveen and Nidhi Goel, “Comparison of Intelligent Modelling Techniques for Solar Energy Forecasting and Its Implementation in Solar Photovoltaic based System,” IET Energy Systems Integration, Vol. 1, Issue 1, pp. 34-51, 2019. ISSN: 2516-8401. 
• M. Rizwan, Gulnar Perveen and Nidhi Goel, "ANFIS-based Model for Solar Energy Forecasting and its Smart Grid Application," Engineering Reports (Wiley Publications), Vol. 1, Issue 5, pp. 1-29, 2019. ISSN: 2577-8196.
• M. Rizwan, Priyanka Anand and S. K. Bath, “Renewable Energy based Hybrid Model for Rural Electrification," International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy (Inderscience), Vol. 15, No. 1, pp. 86-113, 2019. ISSN online: 1741-508X, ISSN print: 1472-8923, Scopus (Elsevier) Journal.
• M. Rizwan, Gulnar Perveen and Nidhi Goel, “Intelligent Model for Solar Energy Forecasting and its Implementation for Solar Photovoltaic Applications," Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy, (American Institute of Physics), USA, Vol. 10, Issue 6, pp. 063702-1-23, 2018. ISSN: 1941-7012, Impact Factor: 1.575-SCI Journal.
• M. Rizwan, Anirudh Dube and Majid Jamil, “New Approach for Maximizing Generation and Optimal Utilization of Available Space for Solar PV System,” Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy, (American Institute of Physics), USA, Vol. 10, Issue 6, pp. 063703-1-13, 2018. ISSN: 1941-7012, Impact Factor: 1.575-SCI Journal.
• M. Rizwan and Priyanka Chaudhary, “Short Term Solar Energy Forecasting using GNN Integrated Wavelet based Approach," International Journal of Renewable Energy Technology (Inderscience), Vol. 10, No. 3, pp. 229-246, 2019. ISSN print: 1757-3971, ISSN online: 1757-398X.
• M. Rizwan and Priyanka Chaudhary, “Energy Management Supporting High Penetration of Solar Photovoltaic Generation for Smart Grid using Solar Forecasts and Pumped Hydro Storage System”, Renewable Energy, An International Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 118, pp. 928-946, 2018. ISSN: 0960-1481, Impact Factor: 6.274 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan and Priyanka Chaudhary, “Voltage Regulation Mitigation Techniques in Distribution System with High PV Penetration: A Review”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (Elsevier), Vol. 82, pp. 3279-3287, 2018.  ISSN: 1364-0321, Impact Factor: 12.11 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan and Priyanka Chaudhary, “Hybrid Control Approach for PV/FC fed Voltage Source Converter Tied to Grid”, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy (Elsevier), Vol. 43, pp. 6851-6866, 2018. ISSN: 0360-3199, Impact Factor: 5.816 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Majid Jamil, Sheeraz Kirmani and D. P. Kothari, “Fuzzy Logic based Modeling and Estimation of Global Solar Energy using Meteorological Parameters”, Energy: The International Journal (Elsevier), USA, Vol. 70, pp. 685-691, 2014. ISSN: 0360-5442, Impact Factor: 6.082 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Majid Jamil and D. P. Kothari, "Generalized Neural Network Approach for Global Solar Energy Estimation in India," IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Energy, USA, Vol. 3, No. 3, July 2012, pp. 576-584. ISSN: 1949-3029, Impact Factor: 7.65 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Hajar Bagheri Tolabi and Mohd Hasan Ali, “Simultaneous Reconfiguration, Optimal Placement of DSTATCOM and Photovoltaic Array in a Distribution System Based on Fuzzy-ACO Approach”, IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Energy, USA, Vol. 6, No. 1, January 2015, pp. 210-218. ISSN: 1949-3029, Impact Factor: 7.65 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Majid Jamil and D. P. Kothari, "Solar Energy Estimation using REST Model for PV-ECS based Distributed Power Generating System", Solar Energy Materials & Solar Cells: An International Journal (Elsevier), North-Holland, Vol. 94, pp. 1324-1328, 2010. ISSN: 0927-0248, Impact Factor: 6.984 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Hajar Bagheri Tolabi and Mohd Hasan Ali, “Novel Hybrid Fuzzy-Bees Algorithm for Optimal Feeder Multi Objective Reconfiguration by considering Multiple-Distributed Generation”, Energy: The International Journal (Elsevier), USA, Vol. 71, pp. 507-515, 2014. ISSN: 0360-5442, Impact Factor: 6.082 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Md. Abul Kalam, Majid Jamil and A. Q. Ansari, “Generalized Neural Network and Wavelet Transform based Approach for Fault Location Estimation of a Transmission Line”, Applied Soft Computing (Elsevier), UK, Vol. 19, pp. 322-332, 2014.  ISSN: 1568-4946, Impact Factor: 5.472 (SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, H. Bagheri Tolabi, R. Hosseini, M. R. Shakarami and S. B. M. Ayob “A Novel Intelligent Water Drops Optimization Approach for Estimating Global Solar Radiation”, IJE Transactions B: Applications, Vol. 28, No. 5, (May 2015) 701-708, ISSN: 1735-9244, Impact Factor: 1.098 (Emerging SCI Journal).
• M. Rizwan, Majid Jamil and Sheeraz Kirmani, “Empirical Correlation of Estimating Global Solar Radiation Using Meteorological Parameters”, International Journal of Sustainable Energy (Taylor & Francis), UK, Vol. 34, No. 5, pp. 327-339, 2015. ISSN 1478-6451 (print), 1478-646X (online). Scopus (Elsevier) Journal.
• M. Rizwan, Priyanka Chaudhary and Md. Tausif Ahmad, “Performance Analysis of MPPT Techniques for Photovoltaic Systems”, Advanced Science Letters (multidisciplinary peer-reviewed Journal), USA, Vol. 20, pp. 1231-1247, 2014. ISSN: 1936-6612 (print): EISSN: 1936-7317 (online), Impact Factor: 1.253.
• M. Rizwan, Hajar Bagheri Tolabi and Mohd Hasan Ali, "Novel Hybrid Fuzzy-Intelligent   Water Drops approach for Optimal Feeder Multi Objective Reconfiguration by considering Multiple-Distributed Generation" Journal of Operation and Automation in Power Engineering, Iran, Vol. 2, No. 2, pp. 91-102, 2014, Impact Factor: 0.821.
• M. Rizwan, Sheeraz Kirmani and Majid Jamil, “Techno-Economic Feasibility Analysis of Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation: A Review”, International Journal of Smart Grid and Renewable Energy, USA, Vol. 3, No. 4, pp.266-274, 2012. ISSN Print: 2151-481X, Online: 2151-4844, Impact Factor: 1.73.

Book (s) Published:

• Majid Jamil, M. Rizwan and D P Kothari, A book on “Grid Integration of Solar Photovoltaic Systems”, CRC Press (Taylor & Francis Group), USA, 2017, ISBN: 9781498798327.
• Edited a book titled “Smart Energy Management Systems and Renewable Energy Resources,” AIP Publishing, USA-2021, ISBN: 978-0-7354-2279-7.
• Published five book chapters.

Teaching:

• Presently working as Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, Delhi Technological University
• (Formerly Delhi College of Engineering), Delhi, INDIA.

• Having 20 years of teaching and research experience
• Developed two “state of the art” laboratory at DTU and OIC, Electrical Energy Utilization Laboratory
• Actively involved in curriculum revision and implementation of choice-based credit system (CBCS) and developed curriculum of M. Tech.
• Editing one book on the topic Smart Energy Management Systems and Renewable Energy Resources, AIP Publishing USA.
• Attended seminars, conference and 35 short term courses at reputed institutions.
• Organized TEQIP-III sponsored Induction Programme for first year students
• Convener, Time Table Committee for the session 2018-19.

Administration:  Associated in planning, development and administration of the university such as: 

• Additional Director (International Affairs), Project Officer (Electrical), APO (E), Officer on Special Duty (OSD)-B. Tech. (E), Dy. Superintendent (M.Tech./M.E./MBA/PhD) Examination, Dy. Superintendent Ph.D. Entrance Examination, Dy. Superintendent First Supplementary Examination, Coordinator, B. Tech (Evening), Ph. D. Coordinator (EED), OIC, EEU Lab, Member TAC for Installation of 432 kW_p and 40 kW_p Solar Power Plant at DTU, Member Building and Works Committee, Member, Member of several Discipline and Purchase Committee and many more.