Ph.D. Researcher · Electrical Engineering
Ejikeme Amako
Graduate Research Assistant at the Smart Grid Lab, Tennessee Tech University, Tennessee Tech University, where I work on integrating distributed energy resources, optimizing multi‑community active distribution networks, and developing power‑communication co‑simulation frameworks for modern cyber‑physical grids.
About
I am a Ph.D. researcher in Electrical Engineering at Tennessee Tech University, specializing in power systems modeling, smart grid technologies, and grid modernization. My work focuses on distributed energy resource integration, multi‑community active distribution network optimization, and power‑communication co‑simulation for cyber‑physical power systems. I also have experience with real‑time Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop testing, inverter‑based resource control, and Python/MATLAB‑based quasi‑static DER scheduling to enhance resilience and operational efficiency in modern grids. Prior to joining Tennessee Tech, I gained both industry and academic experience in power systems, and I currently maintain a CGPA of 3.88/4.00.
Research Interests
Honors, Awards & Scholarships
IEEE Senior Member (In Progress)
Elevated to IEEE Senior Member status in recognition of sustained technical contributions, professional maturity, and peer‑validated impact. This grade is held by only about 10% of IEEE’s global membership and requires a decade of professional experience and strong endorsements from existing Senior Members.
NSF Grant + CESR Travel Grant — TPEC 2025–2026
Awarded a National Science Foundation (NSF) travel grant, along with CESR support, to present research at the Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC) in College Station, Texas.
CESR Travel Grant — NAPS 2023–2024
Received travel funding from the Center for Energy Systems Research (CESR) to attend and present at the IEEE North American Power Symposium (NAPS) 2023 in Asheville, North Carolina, and 2024 in El Paso, Texas.
CESR Travel Grant — IEEE Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure - Utility and Customer Implementation 2023
Supported by CESR to attend the 2023 IEEE Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Implementation session in Nashville, contributing to discussions on utility–consumer collaboration for reliable, accessible EV charging.
Graduate Assistantship Award
Fully funded Ph.D. assistantship from Tennessee Tech University, supporting research in power systems, co‑simulation, and smart grid technologies.
University Merit Scholarship — EEE Dept., ABU
Earned a competitive merit scholarship for outstanding academic performance during undergraduate study.
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