Musaab Mohammed Ali

University of Massachusetts, Amherst 

        Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

About Me

I am a second-year Ph.D. student in the Electrical and Computer Engineering department at the University of Massachusetts (UMass) Amherst. I am a research assistant in the Systems Towards Infrastructure Measurement & Analytics (STIMA) Lab directed by Professor Jay Taneja. 


Education

Ph.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering (UMass Amherst): September 2022 - today

M.Sc. Energy Engineering, Renewable (UMass Lowell)

M.Sc. Electrical Engineering (North Carolina State University) 

B.Sc. Electrical Engineering (North Carolina State University)

Research Interest

My research interest is in the area of distributed energy generation (DEG), focusing on technologies such as solar PV, wind, and battery storage. My work involves the integration of these DEG systems into the electric grid, with a particular emphasis on both the U.S. and Sub-Saharan Africa. Beyond this, my research interest extends to understanding the potential impact of renewable energy deployment on reducing reliance on fossil fuels. I am particularly intrigued by the prospect of how such deployments could address energy shortages in Sub-Saharan Africa, contributing to sustainable and resilient energy solutions in the region.

Current Research Project

Investigating the impact of wide adoption of electric cooking (e-Cooking) on the electric distribution network in Nairobi, Kenya.

Professional Experience

Prior to joining UMass Amherst, I worked as a Solar Development Engineer designing 5 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) ground systems, conducting site assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing the execution of projects, and optimizing system designs.


Fellowships and Awards