{"id":28636,"date":"2026-03-23T14:39:37","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T19:39:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/?post_type=department&#038;p=28636"},"modified":"2026-03-24T10:04:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T15:04:15","slug":"research","status":"publish","type":"department","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/departments\/electrical-engineering\/research\/","title":{"rendered":"Research"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n    <div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-u-py-80\">\n        \n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\">\n\t<header class=\"page-header\">\n\t\t<h1 class=\"entry-title heading-separator\">\n\t\t\tResearch\t\t<\/h1>\n\t<\/header>\n\t\n\t\n\n<p class=\"default\">At the University of Wisconsin\u2013Milwaukee, electrical engineering research is driven by a commitment to powering the future\u2014through sustainable energy, advanced hardware, and intelligent, connected systems. Our work spans three core areas of strength:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-power-amp-energy-systems-our-core-strength\">Power &amp; Energy Systems &#8211; <br><strong>Our Core Strength<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>51ÁÔÆæ is a leader in next-generation energy systems, anchored by the Center for Sustainable Electrical Energy Systems (SEES), the GRid-Connected Power Electronic Systems (GRAPES) center, and the Energy Storage Laboratory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Faculty and students are advancing technologies in microgrids, renewable energy integration, and electrification\u2014helping build a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-power-electronics-amp-hardware-systems\">Power Electronics &amp; Hardware Systems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From converter design to high-voltage systems and electromagnetic interference (EMI) testing, 51ÁÔÆæ researchers are developing the critical hardware that powers modern electrical systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This work enables more efficient energy conversion, improved grid performance, and the reliable operation of emerging technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-smart-amp-connected-systems\">Smart &amp; Connected Systems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Through initiatives like the Connected Systems Institute (CSI) and AI\/data-focused labs, 51ÁÔÆæ is at the forefront of digital transformation in electrical engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Research in this area focuses on smart grids, IoT, and data-driven systems\u2014creating intelligent networks that enhance performance, reliability, and real-time decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Electrical Engineering Research Areas<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<div class=\"content_block\" id=\"custom_post_widget-28647\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-power-energy-amp-electrification-systems\"><strong>Power, Energy &amp; Electrification Systems<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong> Sustainable energy, smart grids, power electronics, and electrified transportation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Faculty:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Robert Cuzner<\/strong> \u2013 DC and hybrid AC\/DC systems, microgrids, power electronics, wide bandgap converters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Feng Guo<\/strong> \u2013 Power converters, motor drives, transportation electrification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lingfeng Wang<\/strong> \u2013 Smart grids, energy systems, microgrids, power system reliability, grid resilience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tom Shi<\/strong> \u2013 Electric and connected vehicle systems, V2X, automated mobility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Themes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Renewable energy integration &amp; smart grids<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Microgrid design, protection, and control<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electrification of transportation systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power electronics for energy efficiency and grid compatibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-electronics-microelectronics-amp-semiconductor-technologies\"><strong>Electronics, Microelectronics &amp; Semiconductor Technologies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong> Advanced devices, circuits, and next-generation electronics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Faculty:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Weizhong Wang<\/strong> \u2013 Semiconductor devices, micro\/nanoelectronics, spintronics, radiation-hardened ICs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Feng Guo<\/strong> \u2013 Wide-bandgap power devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alex Yi<\/strong> \u2013 Intelligent chips, sensors, solid-state lighting, LiDAR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Themes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Semiconductor processing and device innovation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated circuit design (including secure and resilient systems)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nanoelectronics and emerging materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensing technologies for autonomous systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-intelligent-systems-ai-amp-embedded-systems\"><strong>Intelligent Systems, AI &amp; Embedded Systems<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong> AI-driven systems, IoT, automation, and edge computing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Faculty:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Shuquai (Roger) Shen<\/strong> \u2013 AI-enabled IoT, embedded systems, edge learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jun Zhang<\/strong> \u2013 Computer vision, signal processing, communications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tom Shi<\/strong> \u2013 Automated and connected vehicle intelligence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Themes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>AI-powered embedded and cyber-physical systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edge computing and distributed intelligence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computer vision and signal processing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smart, connected, and autonomous technologies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-communications-signal-processing-amp-networking\"><strong>Communications, Signal Processing &amp; Networking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong> Data transmission, wireless systems, and digital signal technologies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Faculty:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Jun Zhang<\/strong> \u2013 Digital communications, signal processing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chiu Law<\/strong> \u2013 Optical communication, wave propagation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alex Yi<\/strong> \u2013 Telecommunications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Themes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wireless and optical communication systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signal processing for imaging and data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High-speed and energy-efficient communication networks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-photonics-sensors-amp-advanced-materials\"><strong>Photonics, Sensors &amp; Advanced Materials<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong> Optical technologies, sensing systems, and smart materials<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Faculty:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chiu Law<\/strong> \u2013 Optical sensors, nonlinear optics, magnetostrictive materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alex Yi<\/strong> \u2013 Smart sensors, LiDAR, photonics applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Themes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Optical sensing and imaging systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced materials for sensing and actuation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photonics for communications and autonomous systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-biomedical-amp-human-centered-engineering\"><strong>Biomedical &amp; Human-Centered Engineering<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong> Healthcare technologies, assistive devices, and clinical applications<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Faculty:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Yi Hu<\/strong> \u2013 Cochlear implants, hearing aids, clinical mobile applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Themes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Biomedical signal processing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assistive hearing technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital health and mobile health applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-connected-amp-autonomous-systems\"><strong>Connected &amp; Autonomous Systems<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong> Smart mobility, automation, and intelligent transportation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Faculty:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tom Shi<\/strong> \u2013 Connected and automated vehicles (CAVs), V2X, testing systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lingfeng Wang<\/strong> \u2013 Intelligent transportation systems, EV integration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alex Yi<\/strong> \u2013 LiDAR and sensing for autonomous systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Themes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vehicle automation and cooperative driving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hardware-in-the-loop testing and validation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smart and sustainable transportation systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cross-cutting-strengths\"><strong>Cross-Cutting Strengths<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Across all research areas, 51ÁÔÆæ emphasizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Interdisciplinary collaboration (energy + AI + transportation)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industry-connected research (real-world applications)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sustainability and resilience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emerging technologies shaping the future<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Electrical Engineering Research Centers &amp; Labs<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<div class=\"content_block\" id=\"custom_post_widget-28631\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.uwm.edu\/sees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Center for Sustainable Electrical Energy Systems (SEES)<\/a>, led by Robert Cuzner, serves as the hub of 51ÁÔÆæ\u2019s electrical engineering research. Focused on the transformation of the electric grid, SEES advances technologies in power electronics, microgrids, energy storage and high-voltage systems. With multi-megawatt laboratory capabilities and industry-supported testing environments, researchers can design, prototype and validate solutions that improve grid reliability, efficiency and resilience. SEES plays a critical role in preparing the next generation of engineers to lead the transition to sustainable energy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.uwm.edu\/grapes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GRid-connected Advanced Power Electronic Systems (GRAPES)<\/a>, also led by Robert Cuzner, is a National Science Foundation\u2013supported collaborative research initiative focused on advanced power electronics for grid-connected systems. GRAPES brings together academic researchers and industry partners to address real-world challenges in renewable energy integration, electric transportation and grid modernization. Research emphasizes high-efficiency converters, wide bandgap semiconductor technologies and secure, reliable energy systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.uwm.edu\/jciqu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Energy Storage Research Laboratory<\/a>, led by Deyang Qu, focuses on fundamental electrochemical research, seeking new materials and understanding reaction mechanisms in the areas of renewable energy, sensor and water treatment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/csi\/\">Connected Systems Institute<\/a> (CSI), led by Joe Hamann, accelerates innovation by bringing together industry and academic researcher to facilitate digital transformation for small and medium-sized manufacturers, ultimately developing an educational curriculum to better prepare the workforce of the future.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.uwm.edu\/ceas-iac\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Industrial Training and Assessment Center (ITAC)<\/a>, led by Ryo Amano, is a Department of Energy program dedicated to helping small and medium-sized manufacturers and wastewater treatment plants minimize their energy costs through efficient use of resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As an R1 research institution, research is integral to our work at 51ÁÔÆæ and to the experience of students pursuing graduate degrees. Our college has a wide range of faculty-led labs that perform cutting edge research.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/research\/research-labs-centers-and-institutes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Full list of our college\u2019s research labs, centers, and institutes<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Funding Partners<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>51ÁÔÆæ is one of only two R1 research universities in Wisconsin, and the only one in Southeast Wisconsin. We\u2019re also a top externally funded institution with robust opportunities for teaching and research assistantships. Partners that support our research include:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>National Institute for Health (NIH)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Science Foundation (NSF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regional and national businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>United States Air Force<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Undergraduate Research<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>As an R1 university, research is a significant focus of what we do. Undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to get involved in research. Undergraduate students can reach out to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/our\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">51ÁÔÆæ Office of Undergraduate Research<\/a>&nbsp;regarding research opportunities, or contact individual faculty directly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Poster Competition &amp; Three Minute Thesis<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Graduate and undergraduate students have the opportunity to participate in the annual&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/research\/student-research-poster-competition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Poster Competition &amp; Three Minute Thesis<\/a>, a signature event for our college. Students gain valuable experience working with faculty researchers and are invited to share their work with judges from industry, who provide feedback.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n            <nav aria-label=\"Section\" class=\"uwm-p-navigation-list uwm-p-navigation-list--gold-border uwm-u-mb-40\">\n                <div class=\"uwm-p-navigation-list--title\">\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/departments\/electrical-engineering\/\">Electrical Engineering<\/a>                <\/div>\n                <ul>\n                                            \n                        <li class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/departments\/electrical-engineering\/undergraduate-programs\/\" >Undergraduate Programs<\/a>                        <\/li>\n                                                \n                        <li class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/departments\/electrical-engineering\/masters-programs\/\" >Master&#039;s Programs<\/a>                        <\/li>\n                                                \n                        <li class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/departments\/electrical-engineering\/phd-programs\/\" >PhD Programs<\/a>                        <\/li>\n                                                \n                        <li class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/departments\/electrical-engineering\/people\/\" >People<\/a>                        <\/li>\n                                                \n                        <li class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/departments\/electrical-engineering\/research\/\" >Research<\/a>                        <\/li>\n                                                \n                        <li class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/students\/current\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Resources for Current Students<\/a>                        <\/li>\n                                                \n                        <li class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/students\/scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scholarships<\/a>                        <\/li>\n                                        <\/ul>\n            <\/nav>\n        \n\n    <div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--color-head uwm-u-my-40\">\n        <div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Contact<\/div>\n        <div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\">\n            <div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n                <strong>Contact Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:ceas-ee@uwm.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ceas-ee@uwm.edu<\/a><br \/><br \/><strong>Street Address<\/strong><br>College of Engineering &amp; Applied Science<br>3200 North Cramer Street<br>Milwaukee, WI 53211<br \/><br \/><strong>Mailing Address<\/strong><br>College of Engineering &amp; Applied Science<br>P.O. 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