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Dr. Elvis Twumasi is a lecturer at the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. He is the Assistant Power Systems Lead at the KNUST Engineering Education Project, an ACE impact project, funded by the Government of Ghana as part of the World Bank Africa Centers of Excellence (ACE) for Development Impact Project.
Dr. Elvis earned his Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering. He served as a Teaching and Research Assistant at the Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering, KNUST during his National Service. Determined to reach new heights of knowledge and expertise, Dr. Elvis pursued advanced studies, earning both his Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from the same esteemed institution. He proudly holds professional membership in the Ghana Institution of Engineers, a testament to his commitment to engineering excellence.
As a research scholar at SUNY Polytechnic Institute in New York, USA, Dr. Elvis Twumasi has contributed to several projects in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, including applications of AI in Battery Energy Storage and Perovskite Solar Cells. He also mentors young African scientists in AI and ML and leads an AI in Energy group. His passion for advancing AI applications remains profound.
Dr. Elvis's multifaceted role extends beyond the lecture hall. He has taken on the responsibilities of Examinations Officer and Postgraduate Coordinator for the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Solar Coordinator for The Brew-Hammond Energy Center, exemplifying his dedication to academic excellence and administrative proficiency.
As a researcher, Dr. Elvis boasts an impressive portfolio of research papers. His work shines a spotlight on his research interest in, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, AI in Energy, the application of Evolutionary Optimization Algorithms in Power Systems, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy Technologies, Algorithms in Smart Grid Application and Electric Vehicles.
