Research Mentor Information
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Primary Research Mentor Name: Yuan Li
Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns: YuAnn
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Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): yuanli@eng.famu.fsu.edu
Position Title: Faculty
FSU College (if applicable): FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation: FSU Department
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Overall Project Details
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Title of the Project: AI based Power Electronics System Status Estimation
Project Keywords: Renewable, energy, electrical engineering
Are you currently looking for research assistants?: Yes
Number of Research Assistants Needed : 2
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s):
Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering

Project Location:: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, and Center for Advanced Power Systems
If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation?: Yes
Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s):: Partially Remote
Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work?: 10
Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work?: Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Overall Research Project Description:
Power electronics system controls and converts electrical energy from one form to another, which are commonly found in various industries, such as renewable energy, power system, transportation, industrial automation, telecommunications, and more.  The technology enables efficient energy conversion, voltage regulation, and power management, etc. This project will develop new AI based data-driven method to estimate power electronics system status for automatic control and prognosis.

Research Tasks:
Literature review, data collection and analysis.

Skills that research assistant(s) may need::
Coding skill is recommended.

Mentoring Philosophy:
My mentoring philosophy centers around the following principles:
Experiential Learning: Hands-on experience is invaluable in engineering. I prioritize providing opportunities for mentees to engage in real-world projects, experiments, and research to bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Critical Thinking: STEM disciplines demand critical thinking and analytical skills. I encourage mentees to question, analyze, and approach problems from multiple angles, fostering independent and innovative thinking.
Inclusivity and Diversity: I am committed to creating an inclusive environment where individuals from various backgrounds, women or underrepresented students feel welcome, respected, and valued.
Mentee-Centric Approach: Recognizing that every mentee has unique goals and needs, I tailor my guidance to their individual aspirations, whether it's pursuing academia, industry, entrepreneurship, or a hybrid path.
Interdisciplinary Thinking: Many of the most significant breakthroughs occur at the intersections of different disciplines. I encourage mentees to explore interdisciplinary connections of power, energy, computer technology and embrace the diversity of knowledge.
Communication Skills: Effective communication is essential in research, whether presenting research findings, collaborating on a project, or explaining complex concepts. I support mentees in honing their communication skills.


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UROP Program Elements
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Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication: Yes
UROP Performance Evaluation: Yes
Materials Grant: Yes
UROP Poster Presentation: Yes

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Year: 2023
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