Mutiu Shola | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mutiu Shola | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Kampala International University, Uganda

Dr. Bakare Mutiu Shola is a dedicated academic and researcher in the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. from Kampala International University, Uganda, an M.Eng. from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, and a B.Eng. from the Federal University of Technology, Minna. His expertise spans renewable energy, smart grids, load forecasting, high-voltage technology, artificial intelligence, and power systems. With a rich background in both industry and academia, Dr. Bakare has contributed significantly through high-impact research publications in top-tier journals and active teaching roles in higher institutions.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
    Kampala International University, Uganda (2022 – 2025)

  • Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
    University of Ilorin, Nigeria (2017 – 2021)

  • Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering
    Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria (2008 – 2014)
    Graduated with Second Class Upper Division

Professional Experience 💼

  • Assistant Lecturer
    Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Kampala International University, Uganda
    (2022 – Present)
    Courses taught include Power Electronics, Power Quality Management, Circuit Theory, and Electrical Installation & Maintenance.

  • Research Assistant
    Advanced Power and Green Energy Research Group (APGER), University of Ilorin, Nigeria
    (2019 – 2022)

  • Physics & Mathematics Tutor
    Government Day Secondary School, Nigeria
    (2018 – 2019)

  • Site Engineer
    Thamar Engineering Company Ltd, Nigeria
    (2015 – 2018)
    Responsibilities included transformer installation, lighting, and generator setup.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Renewable Energy Systems

  • Energy Management

  • Load Forecasting

  • Smart Grid Technologies

  • Electrical Power System Optimization

  • Artificial Intelligence Applications in Power Systems

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Multiple Q1 and Q2-ranked journal publications in high-impact engineering journals such as Scientific Reports, Results in Engineering, Energy Reports, and Energy Conversion and Management: X.

  • Active participation in IEEE academic workshops and international conferences such as ICASSP 2020.

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Bakare Mutiu Shola is a rising scholar in electrical engineering with a strong background in both practical engineering and academic research. His consistent record of publications, academic service, and technical expertise in emerging power systems reflects his commitment to driving innovation in sustainable and intelligent energy solutions. With a future-focused mindset, Dr. Bakare is poised to make continued contributions to both academia and the global energy sector.

Publications 📚

  • 🧠 Comparative Evaluation of Different Fuzzy Tuning Rules on Energy Management Systems Cost Savings
    Ibrahim, O., Bakare, M. S., et al.
    📝 Results in Engineering (2025) – Q1 Journal

  • ☀️ Revolutionizing Solar Power: Enhancing Solar Power Efficiency with Hybrid GEP-ANFIS MPPT under Dynamic Weather Conditions
    Bakare, M. S., Abdulkarim, A., et al.
    📝 Scientific Reports (2025) – Q1 Journal

  • ⚙️ Energy Management Controllers: Strategies, Coordination, and Applications
    Bakare, M. S., Abdulkarim, A., et al.
    📝 Energy Informatics 7(1), 57 (2024) – Q2 Journal

  • 🔋 Predictive Energy Control for Grid-Connected Industrial PV-Battery Systems using GEP-ANFIS
    Bakare, M. S., Abdulkarim, A., et al.
    📝 e-Prime – Advances in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Energy (2024) – Q1 Journal

  • 📈 A Hybrid Long-Term Industrial Electrical Load Forecasting Model Using Optimized ANFIS with Gene Expression Programming
    Bakare, M. S., Abdulkarim, A., et al.
    📝 Energy Reports 11, 5831–5844 (2024) – Q2 Journal

  • 💡 A Comprehensive Overview on Demand Side Energy Management Towards Smart Grids: Challenges, Solutions, and Future Direction
    Bakare, M. S., Abdulkarim, A., et al.
    📝 Energy Informatics 6(1), 1–59 (2023) – Q2 Journal

  • 🔧 Development of Fuzzy Logic-Based Demand-Side Energy Management System for Hybrid Energy Sources
    Ibrahim, O., Bakare, M. S., et al.
    📝 Energy Conversion and Management: X (2023) – Q1 Journal

  • 🔄 Simulation-Based Testing and Performance Investigation of Induction Motor Drives using MATLAB Simulink
    Makinde, K. A., Bakare, M. S., et al.
    📝 SN Applied Sciences 5(3), 73 (2023) – Q2 Journal

  • 🔍 Performance Evaluation of Different Membership Functions in Fuzzy Logic-Based Short-Term Load Forecasting
    Ibrahim, O., Bakare, M. S., et al.
    📝 Pertanika Journal of Science and Technology (2020) – Q3 Journal

 

 

 

Ilse Hagerer | Research and Science Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ilse Hagerer | Research and Science Management | Best Researcher Award

Postdoc at Technical University of Munich, Germany

Ilse Karoline Hagerer is a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher specializing in higher education organization, digital transformation, diversity management, and science management. With a Ph.D. in Economics and Business Administration, her work focuses on organizational change, leadership development, and digitalization within academia. She has held multiple academic and administrative roles at renowned institutions such as Osnabrück University and the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Hagerer is also an experienced lecturer and project leader, known for her contributions to research, teaching, and diversity initiatives in higher education.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • 2024–2026: Science Management Training, TUM Career Design

  • 2015–2021: Ph.D. in Economics and Business Administration, Osnabrück University

    • Dissertation on organizational change in German universities post-New Public Management reforms

  • 2011–2014: M.Sc. in Economics and Business Administration, FernUniversität Hagen

    • Graduated among top 10%

  • 2008–2011: B.Sc. in Economics and Business Administration, FernUniversität Hagen

  • 2002–2007: Magistra Artium in German Philology, Philosophy, and Sociology, LMU Munich

  • 1992–2001: Abitur, Maximiliansgymnasium München

Professional Experience 💼

  • Since 2022: Postdoc / Research Assistant, Chair of Research and Science Management, TUM

    • Focus: Diversity & AI, digitalization, mentoring programs, thesis supervision

  • 2020–2022: Postdoc / Research Assistant, Chair of Strategy and Organization, TUM

    • Project leadership: MINT@Work, PlayMINT

    • Teaching: Project Management, Career Design, Strategy & Org., thesis seminars

  • 2015–2020: Lecturer / Research Associate, Osnabrück University

    • Taught organizational studies and academic skills

    • Coordinated interuniversity network (ATLANTIS), tutorials, and faculty council duties

  • 2010–2011: Marketing & Sales Manager, Verlagshaus GeraNova Bruckmann

  • 2009–2010: Trainee in Strategic Procurement, Daiichi Sankyo Europe

  • 2008: Legal Assistant, Baker & McKenzie

  • 2006: Tutor for Empirical Research Methods, LMU Munich

Research Interests 🔬

  • Higher education management and reform

  • Organizational learning and structure

  • Diversity and inclusion in academia

  • Digital transformation in science and education

  • Leadership and career development in STEM

  • AI bias and ethical digitalization

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Mentee of Prof. Dr. Georg Krücken in the mentoring program of the GfHf (Society for Higher Education Research)

  • DFG-funded project (2024–2026): Digital transformation in higher education

    • €667,573 total funding, with €377,478 own contribution

  • BMWi-funded project (2021): Corporate purpose in SMEs

    • €366,361 total funding, €124,086 own contribution

  • BMBF-funded project (2021): H2-Reallabor Burghausen / ChemDelta Bavaria

    • €420,000 own contribution in a €39 million initiative

Conclusion🌟

Ilse Karoline Hagerer is a distinguished academic professional bridging research, education, and practice in the domains of organizational development, digital change, and diversity management. Her multidisciplinary background, hands-on project leadership, and substantial publication record establish her as a forward-thinking contributor to academic innovation. With a firm foundation in both humanities and economics, she continues to shape the future of science management and higher education policy.

Publications 📚

  • 🆕 PlayMINT—an effective digital learning game for leadership competencies of female STEM students
    Computers and Education Open, 2025-06
    DOI: 10.1016/j.caeo.2025.100256
    Author: Ilse Hagerer

  • Digitale Transformation im Wissenschaftsmanagement
    Personal in Hochschule und Wissenschaft entwickeln 2, 2024-05-28
    Author: Ilse Hagerer

  • It is still about bureaucracy in German faculties
    Tertiary Education and Management, 2022-12
    DOI: 10.1007/s11233-022-09112-9
    Author: Ilse Hagerer

  • Universities act differently: identification of organizational effectiveness criteria for faculties
    Tertiary Education and Management, 2019-05-18
    DOI: 10.1007/s11233-019-09031-2
    Author: Ilse Hagerer

  • 🧠 Diversity bias in artificial intelligence
    The Digital and AI Coaches’ Handbook, 2024-06-28
    DOI: 10.4324/9781003383741-23
    Authors: Eva Gengler, Ilse Hagerer, Alina Gales

  • 🎮 PlayMINT: Still Playing or Already Leading?
    13th International Conference on Game Based Learning (ECGBL), 2020-09-24
    ISBN: 9781912764709
    Author: Ilse Hagerer

  • 🏛️ What Matters Most for German Faculty Management: Identifying Contextual Factors of Faculty Organization
    PACIS 2020 Proceedings. 65., 2020-06-22
    Author: Ilse Hagerer

  • 🏗️ Faculty management after higher education reforms
    6th International Conference on Higher Education Advances (HEAd’20), 2020-06-02
    DOI: 10.4995/head20.2020.11239
    Author: Ilse Hagerer

  • 🏛️ German Universities as Actors in Organizational Design – A Qualitative Study
    HEAD 2019 Conference, 2019-06-26
    DOI: 10.4995/HEAD19.2019.9333
    Authors: Ilse Hagerer, Uwe Hoppe

  • 💻 Analysis of the use of digital media to design a blended learning environment
    IMSCI 2017 – International Multi-Conference on Society, Cybernetics and Informatics, 2017
    EID: 2-s2.0-85034245846
    Authors: K. Vogelsang, I. Hagerer, K. Liere-Netheler, U. Hoppe