Shiv Prakash Bihari | Educational Research | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Shiv Prakash Bihari
Raj Kumar Goel Institute Of Technology, India
Shiv Prakash Bihari
Affiliation Raj Kumar Goel Institute Of Technology
Country India
Scopus ID 57210217880
Documents 21
Citations 186
h-index 6
Subject Area Educational Research
Event Top Teachers Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-9467-2945
Google Scholar aFusRTgAAAAJ

The Innovative Research Award recognition highlights the academic, research, teaching, and scholarly contributions of Shiv Prakash Bihari, an Indian electrical engineering academic and researcher associated with Raj Kumar Goel Institute Of Technology. His professional activities encompass higher education, renewable energy systems, smart grid technologies, power quality enhancement, control systems, electrical machines, and hybrid renewable energy integration. His scholarly profile includes peer-reviewed publications, patents, books, conference participation, and more than two decades of academic service.[1][2]

Abstract

Shiv Prakash Bihari has established an academic profile that integrates engineering education, renewable energy research, power electronics, smart grid technologies, and applied electrical engineering. His research activities have focused on grid-integrated renewable energy systems, photovoltaic technologies, intelligent control approaches, and power quality enhancement. Through scholarly publications, patents, textbooks, and sustained teaching leadership, he has contributed to both engineering education and research dissemination.[1][3]

Keywords

Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Systems, Smart Grid Technologies, Power Electronics, Educational Research, Engineering Education, Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems, Power Quality Analysis, Photovoltaic Systems, Control Systems.

Introduction

Shiv Prakash Bihari earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from Nagpur University in 2001, followed by a Master of Engineering degree in Electrical Industrial Systems and Drives from Madhav Institute of Technology and Science, Gwalior, in 2004. He subsequently completed a Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, with research focused on performance enhancement of grid-integrated hybrid renewable energy systems. His academic career spans more than twenty years in engineering education and research.[2]

Research Profile

Currently serving as Professor and Head of the Department in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Raj Kumar Goel Institute of Technology, Ghaziabad, Shiv Prakash Bihari has held multiple academic leadership and teaching positions. His expertise includes power systems, renewable energy integration, control systems, electrical machines, and engineering pedagogy. He has taught a broad range of undergraduate engineering courses and has participated extensively in faculty development programs, workshops, conferences, and academic capacity-building initiatives.[2]

  • More than 21 years of academic experience.
  • Professor and Head of Department in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
  • Author and co-author of multiple engineering textbooks.
  • Contributor to renewable energy and smart grid research.
  • Active participant in national and international academic forums.

Research Contributions

His research portfolio addresses contemporary challenges in renewable energy integration and power system optimization. Areas of investigation include microgrid control mechanisms, intelligent controllers for photovoltaic systems, power quality enhancement, energy storage integration, machine-learning-assisted grid systems, and renewable energy reliability analysis. He has also contributed to patent activity involving photovoltaic systems, IoT-enabled solar tracking, and advanced grid-integrated renewable technologies.[3][4]

Publications

Selected publications associated with Shiv Prakash Bihari demonstrate scholarly engagement in renewable energy systems, photovoltaic technologies, microgrid operation, energy storage, and intelligent control methodologies.[3][5]

  1. A comprehensive review of microgrid control mechanism and impact assessment for hybrid renewable energy integration. IEEE Access.
  2. Design analysis of high level inverter with EANFIS controller for grid connected PV system. Analog Integrated Circuits and Signal Processing.
  3. Techno-economic analysis and optimized PV-powered EV charging facilities under various climate conditions in India.
  4. A novel function approach and intelligence control technique for power quality improvement in grid incorporated solar photovoltaic system.
  5. Photovoltaic integrated optimized energy storage drives for electric vehicles.

Research Impact

According to the provided scholarly metrics, the researcher has accumulated 21 indexed documents, 186 citations, and an h-index of 6. These indicators suggest measurable engagement with the academic community and demonstrate the visibility of his work within electrical engineering and renewable energy research domains. His contributions also extend to patents, conference activities, textbook authorship, and academic administration.[1]

Award Suitability

The academic profile of Shiv Prakash Bihari aligns with criteria commonly associated with educational and research recognition programs. His long-standing teaching career, departmental leadership responsibilities, publication record, patents, engineering textbooks, faculty development engagement, and research focus on sustainable energy technologies collectively demonstrate a sustained commitment to academic excellence and innovation. These attributes support consideration for recognition within the framework of the Top Teachers Awards and related academic distinction programs.[2][3]

Conclusion

Shiv Prakash Bihari represents an academic profile characterized by extensive teaching experience, research productivity, scholarly publication, patent activity, and leadership within engineering education. His work in renewable energy systems, smart grid technologies, power quality enhancement, and electrical engineering education reflects ongoing engagement with contemporary scientific and technological challenges. The available evidence indicates a sustained contribution to both academic development and applied engineering research.[1][2]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Shiv Prakash Bihari, Author ID 57210217880. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57210217880
  2. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Scholar profile of Shiv Prakash Bihari. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=aFusRTgAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=sra
  3. Bihari, S. P., Sadhu, P. K., et al. A comprehensive review of microgrid control mechanism and impact assessment for hybrid renewable energy integration. IEEE Access. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2021.3090266
  4. Bihari, S. P., Sadhu, P. K. A novel function approach and intelligence control technique for power quality improvement in grid incorporated solar photovoltaic system. International Journal of Green Energy. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/15435075.2021.1986403
  5. Bhattacharjee, B., Sadhu, P. K., Ganguly, A., Naskar, A. K., Bihari, S. P. Photovoltaic integrated optimized energy storage drives for electric vehicles. Journal of Energy Storage. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2024.113098

Enoch Agyemang Osei | Educational Research | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Enoch Agyemang Osei
University Of Cape Coast, Ghana

Enoch Agyemang Osei
Affiliation University Of Cape Coast
Country Ghana
Google Scholar tCsZrQEAAAAJ
Documents 2
Citations 2
h-index 1
Subject Area Educational Research
Event Top Teachers Awards

Enoch Agyemang Osei is a Ghanaian educational researcher and academic practitioner affiliated with the University of Cape Coast. His scholarly activities focus on educational psychology, learning behaviour, student satisfaction, program choice, academic engagement, and quantitative research methods. Through teaching, research supervision, peer-review activities, and empirical publication, he has contributed to the advancement of educational research and evidence-based educational practice in higher education settings.[1]

Abstract

This article evaluates the academic achievements, research activities, teaching contributions, and scholarly publications of Enoch Agyemang Osei in the field of educational research. His work emphasizes educational psychology, learning behaviour, student satisfaction, and advanced quantitative methodologies. The profile highlights research outputs, academic service, analytical competencies, and publication records that collectively demonstrate a developing and impactful contribution to educational scholarship and higher education practice.[1]

Keywords

Educational Psychology, Learning Behaviour, Student Satisfaction, Program Choice, Academic Engagement, Higher Education, Quantitative Research, Structural Equation Modelling, Educational Research, University of Cape Coast.

Introduction

Educational research plays an important role in understanding how learners interact with academic environments and how institutional factors influence educational outcomes. Enoch Agyemang Osei’s scholarly interests address these themes through empirical investigations of student experiences, learning styles, academic engagement, and program satisfaction. His research adopts contemporary quantitative techniques to explore relationships among psychological, behavioural, and educational variables, thereby contributing to evidence-informed educational policy and practice.[2]

Research Profile

Enoch Agyemang Osei earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Cape Coast in 2015 and later completed a Master of Philosophy in Educational Psychology in 2024. His graduate thesis investigated the mediating role of program satisfaction in the relationship between undergraduate students’ program choice and learning behaviour. This research direction continues to shape his academic publications and broader scholarly agenda.[2]

His academic appointments include service as a Facilitator at the College of Distance Education, University of Cape Coast, a Tutor within the Institute of Education Sandwich Programme, and a Graduate Assistant in the Department of Education and Psychology. These positions involve teaching educational psychology, research methods, statistics, undergraduate supervision, and academic assessment activities.

Research Contributions

The research contributions of Enoch Agyemang Osei are characterized by the application of advanced statistical methodologies to educational questions. His analytical expertise includes regression analysis, logistic regression, mediation and moderation modelling, structural equation modelling, latent profile analysis, factor analysis, power analysis, ANOVA, ANCOVA, and MANOVA. These competencies support rigorous investigations into student learning and educational effectiveness.

  • Educational psychology and student development.
  • Learning behaviour and academic engagement.
  • Program satisfaction and academic decision-making.
  • Advanced quantitative research methods.
  • Research supervision and statistical consultation.

In addition to research and teaching, Enoch Agyemang Osei serves as a peer reviewer for Elsevier’s Heliyon journal, contributing to the evaluation of scholarly manuscripts and supporting academic quality assurance through peer review processes.

Publications

Published research by Enoch Agyemang Osei addresses student satisfaction, academic engagement, learning styles, academic performance, and behavioural outcomes within educational settings. These studies employ empirical methodologies and contribute to the growing body of educational psychology literature.[2][3]

  1. Britwum, F., Acheampong, H. Y., Amoah, S. O., Adjei, E., Aidoo, S., & Agyemang Osei, E. O. Mediation–Moderation Analysis of Senior High School Student Satisfaction, Academic Engagement, Gender, and Its Relationship With Learning Styles and Academic Performance. Future in Educational Research.
  2. Agyemang Osei, E. Program Satisfaction as a Mediator in the Relationship Between Program Choice and Learning Behavior of Undergraduate Students in the University of Cape Coast. Discover Education.

Research Impact

The available publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on educational outcomes and learner experiences. By examining how satisfaction, engagement, and behavioural factors interact within academic environments, Enoch Agyemang Osei’s work contributes evidence that may support institutional decision-making, curriculum development, and student-support initiatives. His emphasis on mediation and moderation analysis further strengthens methodological applications within educational research.[2][3]

Award Suitability

Consideration for the Innovative Research Award may be supported by several factors, including demonstrated scholarly productivity, active involvement in teaching and supervision, service as a peer reviewer for an international journal, application of advanced analytical methods, and the publication of research addressing contemporary educational challenges. These activities collectively reflect a developing academic profile aligned with the objectives of research recognition programs and educational excellence initiatives.

Conclusion

Enoch Agyemang Osei represents an emerging educational researcher whose work integrates educational psychology, quantitative methodology, and higher education research. Through scholarly publication, teaching, peer-review service, and methodological expertise, he has established a foundation for continued contributions to educational scholarship. His research portfolio demonstrates a commitment to understanding and improving student learning experiences within contemporary educational contexts.[1][2]

References

  1. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Scholar profile of Enoch Agyemang Osei. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=tCsZrQEAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=sra
  2. Agyemang Osei, E. (2026). Program Satisfaction as a Mediator in the Relationship Between Program Choice and Learning Behavior of Undergraduate Students in the University of Cape Coast. Discover Education.DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s44217-026-01284-5
  3. Britwum, F., Acheampong, H. Y., Amoah, S. O., Adjei, E., Aidoo, S., & Agyemang Osei, E. O. (2025). Mediation–Moderation Analysis of Senior High School Student Satisfaction, Academic Engagement, Gender, and Its Relationship With Learning Styles and Academic Performance. Future in Educational Research. DOI:https://doi.org/10.1002/fer3.70034