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DrAlireza Ganjovi

Research Fellow

Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment/School of Engineering

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  • Research Fellow
    Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment/School of Engineering
  • 0461364704 (Mobile)
  • Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, 75 Pigdons Road, Waurn Ponds, Victoria 3216

BIO

Dr Alireza Ganjovi is an Electrical & Energy Systems Engineer with over 15 years of R&D, teaching, and industry experience spanning high-voltage engineering, plasma technologies, energy systems, and environmental applications. He is currently a Research Fellow in the Smart Battery Diagnostics and Energy Systems group at Deakin University, focusing on high-voltage diagnostics, sensor integration, and physics-informed modelling for advanced energy infrastructures. His work explores the role of high-voltage excitation in plasma generation and its applications in hydrogen production, waste-to-energy conversion, UV-C disinfection, and water treatment. With over 48 peer-reviewed publications and extensive experience leading EU-funded and industrial projects, Dr Ganjovi is recognised for translating high-voltage and plasma science into practical innovations that advance sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental resilience.

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY CURRENT APPOINTMENT

  • Research Fellow
    Deakin University, School of Engineering

MEDIA

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ACADEMIC POSITIONS

  • Scientific Researcher
    Fondazione Bruno Kessler, Sustainable Energy, Trento, Italy18 Oct 2023 - 1 Oct 2025
  • Faculty member
    Graduate University of Advanced Technology, Photonics, Kerman, Iran1 Apr 2004 - 17 Oct 2023

NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS

  • Waste to Energy department manager
    NOTAZ, Waste to Energy, Melbourne, Australia1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
  • Co-Founder & Technical Director
    Bootiatech, Management, Kerman, Iran1 Feb 2020 - 1 Feb 2023
  • Deputy President of Technology & Innovation & Chair – IP Council
    Kerman Science & Technology Park, Management, Kerman, Iran1 May 2015 - 1 May 2019

DEGREES

  • Ph. D in Technology (Electrical Engineering)
    Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, India1 Dec 2005 - 1 Dec 2009
  • M. Sc. in Applied Physics
    Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran1 Sep 1999 - 1 Sep 2002
  • B. Sc. in Applied Physics
    Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran1 Dec 1994 - 1 Sep 1999

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Introduction to Circular Economy
    Central Queensland University, Rockhampton, Australia
    Earners from small and medium size businesses and the community have an understanding of the foundational concepts of circular economy such as resource efficiency, waste reduction and sustainable business models. They have developed knowledge to evaluate their current business practices and identify opportunities for integrating circular economy principles into their operations.
  • Project Planning, Scheduling and Control (Link)
    Engineers Australia, Australia
    The earner of this badge has completed the “Project Planning, Scheduling and Control” short course delivered by Engineers Australia’s training provider, Engineering Education Australia. Earners of this badge can apply project planning, scheduling and control practices to improve project performance. They know how to establish a baseline for a project, manage change and report on performance, and use risk management tools and techniques to improve decision making. https://www.credly.com/badges/e97ae80e-41a5-447f-8846-25abff4e4e00
  • AS/NZS 3000 – The Wiring Rules
    Engineers Australia, Australia
    https://www.credly.com/badges/efafae4c-c59b-4d03-a6e2-4d84b5524bdb/linked_in_profile
  • Lockout Tagout (LOTO) – Control of Hazardous Energy
    Aveling, Australia
    Completed formal training in Lockout Tagout (LOTO) and Control of Hazardous Energy, covering safe isolation procedures, use of personal locks and danger tags, permit-to-work processes, and prevention of unintended energisation in safety-critical environments. Training aligned with Australian workplace safety practices for industrial and high-voltage applications.
  • NEM Basics
    AEMO, Australia
    Completed AEMO’s “NEM Basics” short video course covering foundational concepts of the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM) and how the market operates at a high level.
  • NEM Foundations eLearning Course
    AEMO, Australia
    Completed AEMO’s “NEM Foundations” eLearning course focused on the structure, key participants, and operational principles of the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM).
  • White Card – Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry (CPCWHS1001)
    Origin Institute, Australia
    Nationally recognised White Card certification demonstrating competency in workplace health and safety for construction and high-risk environments, including hazard identification, risk control, safe work practices, and compliance with Australian WHS legislation. Suitable for construction sites, industrial facilities, and energy infrastructure projects.
  • NEM Operational Forecasting Overview
    Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), Melbourne, Australia
    Completed AEMO’s NEM Operational Forecasting Overview, covering demand and generation forecasting frameworks, operational time horizons, forecast uncertainty, and the role of forecasting in real-time dispatch, system security, and market outcomes within the National Electricity Market.
  • Building Networks and Relationships
    Central Queensland University, Rockhampton, Australia
    Earners will have an understanding of the key elements and characteristics of effective relationships and networks, both personally and professionally. They can recognise the key components of effective networks and the importance and benefits of establishing networks and why they are important professionally and personally.
  • Insights into Circular Economy
    Green Building Council Australia (GBCA), Australia
    Completed a professional course covering circular economy principles, including designing out waste, extending product lifecycles, regenerating natural systems, and measuring circularity across value chains. Focused on practical application for business and industry contexts.
  • Building Self Awareness
    Central Queensland University, Rockhampton, Australia
    Earners will have an understanding of the key principles and benefits of selfawareness, especially as a leader. They can identify how their values, experiences, learning and knowledge can impact on their view of the world around them, and others. They can outline strategies to practice and maintain reflective practice.
  • Project Management Simplified
    LinkedIn Learning | PMI® Registered Education Provider, Australia
    Completed Project Management Simplified via LinkedIn Learning. Practical refresh on planning, cost control, and progress tracking.
  • Project Resource Management
    LinkedIn Learning | PMI® Registered Education Provider, Melbourne, Australia
    Project resourcing focuses on the effective allocation of time, budget, and human capital to ensure successful project delivery. Developing strong project management capabilities improves resource efficiency, coordination, and delivery outcomes.
  • Program Management Foundations
    LinkedIn Learning | PMI® Registered Education Provider, Melbourne, Australia
    It focuses on coordinating multiple projects to deliver strategic outcomes, requiring different processes than project management. This course covers how to define a program, build a program plan, manage phases, handle transitions, and close a program effectively, with an emphasis on stakeholder communication and removing obstacles.
  • Artificial Intelligence for Project Managers
    LinkedIn Learning | PMI® Registered Education Provider, Melbourne, Australia
    The course covered integrating human expertise with AI capabilities, building AI-enabled project models, using AI for real-time monitoring and forecasting, extracting value from project data, and selecting appropriate AI tools for different project scenarios.
  • Affiliate Member (AffilIEAust) – Engineers Australia
    Engineers Australia, Perth, Australia
  • Modern Project Management in Microsoft 365
    LinkedIn Learning | PMI® Registered Education Provider, Melbourne, Australia
    This module covers how Microsoft 365 supports practical project management by comparing when to use OneDrive, Teams, and SharePoint for document control, using Forms to collect and share project feedback, and managing tasks with Planner through boards and daily bucket-based summaries. It also explains how integrating Planner with Teams improves task visibility and collaboration, and highlights how Microsoft 365 Copilot can automate routine work and generate useful project insights and analytics.
  • Membership
    Australian Institute of Physics, Melbourne, Australia
  • Strategic Project Risk Management
    LinkedIn Learning | PMI® Registered Education Provider, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed Strategic Project Risk Management, developing practical skills in identifying and managing event, variability, ambiguity, and emergent risks using qualitative and quantitative techniques such as risk registers, Monte Carlo simulation, and decision trees. Gained experience in program-level risk management, AI-assisted risk prediction, and applying appropriate risk treatment strategies within hybrid (traditional–Agile) project environments.
  • Leadership: Practical Skills
    LinkedIn Learning | PMI® Registered Education Provider, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed a practical leadership course focused on everyday leadership behaviours, including connecting effectively with teams, understanding what motivates people, applying appropriate leadership styles, and delegating work to build autonomy and accountability. The course strengthened my ability to lead through clear communication, trust, and structured delegation, and to commit to continuous improvement as a people-focused leader.
  • Leading Projects
    LinkedIn Learning | PMI® Registered Education Provider, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed a practical course on leading cross-functional projects using the DIRECT framework, covering how to define scope, investigate options, select a course of action, and execute plans effectively. Gained hands-on skills in structuring teams, mapping processes, tracking action items and metrics, and supporting teams through change to deliver outcomes across complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
  • Understanding Intellectual Property
    LinkedIn Learning | PMI® Registered Education Provider, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed training in U.S. intellectual property fundamentals, covering copyright, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets, with practical guidance on ownership, fair use, public domain, and strategies to protect ideas while avoiding infringement.
  • Introduction to Business Analysis
    LinkedIn Learning | IIBA® Endorsed Education Provider, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed professional training in Business Analysis, building practical skills in problem definition, requirements discovery and validation, stakeholder engagement, and applying structured analysis across software, AI, technical integrations, process improvement, and vendor evaluation to deliver impactful, value-driven change.
  • Learning SCADA: Collect, Analyze, and Visualize Data for Industrial Automation
    LinkedIn Learning | Industrial Automation & SCADA, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed “Learning SCADA: Collect, Analyze, and Visualize Data for Industrial Automation” (LinkedIn Learning), gaining hands-on understanding of SCADA architecture, components, and workflows for collecting, analysing, and visualising industrial process data using machines, sensors, controllers, and HMIs, with practical exposure to setting up and validating a basic SCADA system.
  • Decarbonisation and Gas Emissions Scopes
    Central Queensland University, Rockhampton, Australia
    Completed the Decarbonisation and Gas Emissions Scopes foundational badge (CQUniversity, Feb 2026), covering Scopes 1–3 emissions and practical decarbonisation strategies for SMEs and METS organisations aligned with net-zero goals.
  • Python Essential Training
    LinkedIn Learning | Python Programming & Software Development, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed Python Essential Training (LinkedIn Learning, Feb 2026), building a solid foundation in Python programming including variables, data types, control flow, functions, object-oriented programming, error handling, and working with files, command-line arguments, modules, and packages, with practical exposure to threads and processes.
  • MATLAB Essential Training
    LinkedIn Learning | Data Analysis & Numerical Computing, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed MATLAB Essential Training (LinkedIn Learning, Feb 2026), building practical skills in numerical computing, matrix-based analysis, scripting, user-defined functions, conditional logic and loops, string and data handling, advanced plotting, and basic statistical analysis. The course strengthened my ability to use MATLAB for data analysis, modeling, and visualization in engineering and applied science workflows.
  • Learning SOLIDWORKS Electrical
    LinkedIn Learning | Electrical Design & Industrial Schematics, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed the Learning SOLIDWORKS Electrical course (LinkedIn Learning, Feb 2026), gaining hands-on skills in creating electrical schematics and components, building custom symbols and wire styles, editing PLCs, managing cross-references, generating 2D cabinet layouts, and producing automated reports. This training strengthened my ability to develop, customise, and document electrical designs efficiently using SOLIDWORKS Electrical for practical engineering workflows.
  • SQL Essential Training
    LinkedIn Learning | SQL & Relational Databases, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed SQL Essential Training (LinkedIn Learning, Feb 2026), gaining practical skills in relational databases, core SQL querying (WHERE, JOIN, grouping, aggregates), and using views and DB tools to extract insights from large datasets through hands-on coding exercises.
  • Writing a Proposal
    LinkedIn Learning | Proposal Writing & RFP Responses, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed professional training in proposal writing, focused on responding to RFPs and developing clear, persuasive proposals. The course covered analysing client requirements, structuring proposals for different audiences, anticipating questions, and creating reader-friendly documents with effective visuals, strengthening my ability to prepare competitive technical and commercial submissions.
  • Complete Guide to R: Wrangling, Visualizing, and Modeling Data
    LinkedIn Learning | R Programming, Data Wrangling & Data Modeling, Melbourne, Australia
    I completed the “Complete Guide to R: Wrangling, Visualizing, and Modeling Data” course, gaining hands-on experience with R and RStudio for importing, cleaning, and transforming data using tidyverse, creating clear visualizations (histograms, scatter plots, box plots) with ggplot2, and building predictive models including linear and logistic regression, decision trees, k-means and hierarchical clustering, and KNN, with proper training–testing evaluation workflows.
  • Excel Essential Training (Microsoft 365)
    LinkedIn Learning | Data Analysis, Charts & PivotTables, Melbourne, Australia
    I completed Excel Essential Training (Microsoft 365), strengthening my ability to organise and analyse data, use formulas, sort and filter datasets, build charts and PivotTables, manage multiple worksheets, freeze panes, and streamline workflows using shortcuts and the Quick Access Toolbar.
  • Microsoft Project Step by Step: Planning for Successful Project Management
    LinkedIn Learning | Project Planning, Scheduling, Resource Allocation & Gantt Charts, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed Microsoft Project Step by Step: Planning for Successful Project Management (LinkedIn Learning, 2026), developing practical skills in project planning, task structuring, resource allocation, cost and schedule tracking, baseline setting, and progress monitoring using Microsoft Project and Gantt-based scheduling tools.
  • Complete Guide to C++ Programming Foundations
    LinkedIn Learning | C++ Programming, Data Types, Control Structures, Functions, OOP & STL Fundamentals, Melbourne, Australia
    Complete Guide to C++ Programming Foundations (LinkedIn Learning) – Completed a comprehensive training program covering C++ programming fundamentals including data types, control structures, functions, classes, object-oriented programming, and the Standard Template Library (STL). The course strengthened practical skills in writing efficient, maintainable code and applying programming concepts to problem-solving in technical and engineering contexts.
  • Essential New Skills in Project Management
    LinkedIn Learning | Technical Project Management, Business Acumen, Change Management, AI for Project Management & Digital PM Tools, Australia, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed a comprehensive learning path covering modern project management practices, including business acumen, technical project management, change management, AI applications in project management, and digital project management tools. The program strengthened capabilities in managing complex technical projects, aligning project outcomes with business objectives, and applying data-driven and AI-supported approaches to project planning and execution.
  • Generative AI for Project Managers: Fourteen Ways to Streamline Your Work
    LinkedIn Learning | AI for Project Management, Workflow Automation, Stakeholder Communication, Prompt Engineering & AI-Assisted Project Documentation, Melbourne, Australia
    Completed the LinkedIn Learning course “Generative AI for Project Managers: Fourteen Ways to Streamline Your Work,” gaining practical skills in applying AI tools such as ChatGPT to improve project management workflows, automate documentation, enhance stakeholder communication, support decision-making, and ensure responsible and effective use of AI in project environments.
  • SPSS: Wrangling, Visualizing, and Modeling Data
    LinkedIn Learning | Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), Statistical Analysis (Correlation, ANOVA, Regression), IBM SPSS, Melbourne, Australia
    I completed the SPSS: Wrangling, Visualizing, and Modeling Data course, gaining practical skills in data preparation, exploration analysis, visualization, and statistical methods including correlation, hypothesis testing, ANOVA, and regression. This strengthened my ability to analyse and interpret data and effectively communicate results to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Inspirational Leadership Skills: Practical Motivational Leadership
    LinkedIn Learning | Leadership Skills, Inspiring Leadership, Team Motivation, Communication, Delegation, Workplace Leadership, Australia, Melbourne, Australia
    I developed practical leadership capabilities focused on motivating teams, communicating effectively, and managing workplace challenges. The course strengthened my ability to define clear team vision, delegate tasks strategically, and handle difficult interactions with a solution-oriented approach. It also enhanced my understanding of how to foster engagement, build trust, and translate leadership principles into day-to-day operational impact.

LANGUAGES

  • English
    Can read, write, speak, understand and peer review

FIELDS OF RESEARCH

  • Electrical engineering
  • Electrical energy transmission, networks and systems

AREA/FACULTY

  • Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL/INSTITUTE/DISCIPLINE

  • School of Engineering

AREAS OF EXPERTISE