Academic background:

§         Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Feb. 1995

Department of Electrical Engineering, Tarbyat-Modarres University

Dissertation title: "Optimal Load Shedding and Generation Reallocation in Power Systems using

                               Crisp and Fuzzy Linear Programming"

Supervisor: Prof. Hosein Seifi & Prof. V. Tahani.

§         M.Sc. in Power Engineering, Sep. 1991

Department of Electrical Engineering, Tehran University

Dissertation title: "Identification of Coherent Generators in Power Systems of IRI"

Supervisor: Dr. Mohsen Parsa Moghaddam

§         B.Sc. in Power Engineering, Sep. 1989

Department of Electrical Engineering, Mashhad University

Teaching Experience:

§ Full-time academic positions

May 1996 – Sep. 2004 Assistant Professor in Power Systems

                                    Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering

                                    Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz

Sep. 2004 – 2006          Assistant Professor in Power Systems

                                    Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering

                                    The University of Isfahan, Isfahan

Sep. 2006 – present      Associate Professor in Power Systems

                                    Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering

                                    The University of Isfahan, Isfahan

§ Course taught

            Undergraduate

                        Power System Analysis I, II, High Voltage Engineering, Electromagnetics

                        Power Generation in Power Plants, High Voltage Substation Design,

                        Advance Mathematical Engineering, Electric Circuits

            Graduate

                        Power System Dynamics, Power System Operation & Control,

                        Advanced High Voltage Engineering, Power System Reliability,

                        Fuzzy Logic and Control,

§ Student supervision

            Senior Projects:                      Graduated- more than 50 senior students.

            Master Thesis Supervision:  Graduated- 10 students, present- 5 students.

Research and academic activities:

§ Research interests

            Power Systems Operation, Control

            Power Systems Stability

            Power System Reliability

            High-Voltage Engineering

            Renewable Generation

§ Book Publications

1- Writer of the book entitled as Power Generation in Power Plants, Persian Language, Shahid Chamran University, First Edition, 2001, Ahvaz, Iran.

2- Writer of the book entitled as Power Generation in Power Plants, Persian Language, Shahid Chamran University, Second Edition, 2003, Ahvaz, Iran.

3- Writer of the book entitled as Power Generation in Power Plants, Persian Language, Shahid Chamran University, Third Edition, 2004, Ahvaz, Iran.

4- Writer of the book entitled as Power Generation in Power Plants, Persian Language, Shahid Chamran University, Fourth Edition, 2004, Ahvaz, Iran.

5- Writer of the book entitled as Power Generation in Power Plants, Persian Language, Shahid Chamran University, Fifth Edition, 2007, Ahvaz, Iran.

6- Co-Writer of the book entitled as High Voltage Engineering & Insulation Materials, Persian Language, Shahid Chamran University, First Edition, 2003, Ahvaz, Iran.

7- Co-Writer of the book entitled as High Voltage Engineering & Insulation Materials, Persian Language, Shahid Chamran University, Second Edition, 2004, Ahvaz, Iran.

8- Co-Writer of the book entitled as High Voltage Engineering & Insulation Materials, Persian Language, Shahid Chamran University, Third Edition, 2007, Ahvaz, Iran.

9- Co-Writer of the book entitled as Electric Circuits, Persian Language, Payam Noor University, 2004, Tehran, Iran.

10- Translator of the book entitled as Electromechanical Motion Devices by P. C. Krause and O. Wasynzouk, from English to Persian, Iran, 1999.

11- Co-translator of the book entitled as Understanding Neural Networks and Fuzzy Logic by S. V. Kartalopolus, Shahid Chamran University, First Edition, 2002, Ahvaz, Iran.

12- Co-translator of the book entitled as Understanding Neural Networks and Fuzzy Logic by S. V. Kartalopolus, Shahid Chamran University, Second Edition, 2003 Ahvaz, Iran.

§ Seminar presentation

1- R. Hooshmand, "An Investigation of Thermodynamic Cycles in Nuclear Power Plants", 7th Research Week, 10-16 Dec. 2004, The University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran, 2004.

2- R. Hooshmand, "Optimal Selection of Capacitors in Distribution Networks", 7th Research Week, 10-16 Dec. 2004, The University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran, 2004.

3- R. Hooshmand, "Power System Control in Emergency Conditions", 8th Research Week, 10-16 Dec. 2005, The University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran, 2005.

§ Scientific management of funded research projects

1- R. Hooshmand, R. Kiani Nejad, The Investigation and Recognition of Effective Parameters in Faults of Arc Furnace Transformers and Representing Solutions for Removing Problems in Ahvaz Steel Industry, Ahvaz Steel Company, Ahvaz, Iran, 1998-2000.

2- R. Kiani Nejad, R. Hooshmand, Optimal Design and Calculation of Arc Furnace Transformers, The Presidential National Plan, Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran, 1999-2000.

3- R. Hooshmand, Optimal Selection of Fixed and Switched Capacitors in Distribution Networks, Ahvaz Distribution System, Ahvaz, Iran, 2001 –2003.

4- R. Kiani Nejad, R. Hooshmand, An Investigation of 33/0.4kV Transformers Problems in Hat Climate Districts of Khuzestan Province, Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran, 2000 –2001.

Publications and Presentations:

§ Journal papers

1- H. Seifi, V. Tahani, R. Hooshmand, "A Fuzzy-Based Optimal Generation Rescheduling and Load Shedding Algorithm", Journal of Scientia Iranica, Vol. 2, No. 4, pp. 299-312, 1996.

2- R. Hooshmand, V. Tahani, H. Seifi, "A Fuzzy Linear Programming Approach to the Load Shedding and Generation Reallocation", Journal of Intelligent and Fuzzy Systems, Vol. 6, No. 4, pp. 419-434, 1998.

3- R. Hooshmand, M. Joorabian, "Application of Artificial Neural Networks in Controlling Voltage and Reactive Power", International Journal of Science and Technology, Vol. 12, No.1, pp. 99-108, 2005.

4- R. Hooshmand, "Application of a Genetic Algorithm in the Reduction of Loss and Control of the Voltage of Distribution Networks", ETEP: European Transaction on Electrical Power, Vol. 15, No.5, pp. 425-442, 2005.

5- R. Hooshmand, M. Joorabian, "Design and Optimization of Electromagnetic Flowmeter for Conductive Liquids and its Calibration Based on Neural Networks", IEE Proc. Science, Measurement & Technology, Vol. 153, No. 4, pp. 139-146, 2006.

6- R. Hooshmand, M. Mashhoor, "Application of Fuzzy Algorithm in Optimal Reconfiguration of Distribution Networks for Loss Reduction and Load Balancing", Journal of Engineering Intelligent Systems, No.1, pp. 15-23, 2006.

7- R. Hooshmand, M. Ataei, "Real-Coded Genetic Algorithm Based Design and Analysis of an Auto-Tuning Fuzzy Logic PSS", Journal of Electrical Engineering & Technology, Vol. 2, No. 2, pp. 178-187, 2007.

8- R. Hooshmand, M. Ataei, "Real-Coded Genetic Algorithm Applied to Optimal Placement of Capacitor Banks for Unbalanced Distribution Systems with Meshed/Radial Configurations", International Energy Journal, Vol. 8, No. 1, pp. 51-61, 2007.

9- R. Hooshmand, M. Ataei, "Optimal Capacitor Placement in Actual Configuration and Operational Conditions on Distribution Systems Using RCGA", Journal of Electrical Engineering, Vol. 58, No. 4, pp. 189-199, 2007.

Persian Language:

10- R. Hooshmand, H. Seifi, V. Tahani, "Application of Fuzzy Linear Programming in Optimal Load Shedding and Generation Reallocation", Esteghlal Journal, Isfahan University of Technology, Vol. 15, No. 2, pp. 27-42, 1996.

11- R. Hooshmand, M. Joorabian, M. Kazemi Nejad, "Optimization of Electromagnetic Flowmeter for Conductive Liquids and its Calibration Based on Neural Networks", Mashhad Journal, Mashhad University, Vol. 17, No. 2, pp. 83-100, 2005.

12- M. Parastegari, R. Hooshmand, M. Ataei, "A New Method for Designing Self-Tuning PSS Based on Pole-Placement and Pole Shifting Techniques", IUST International Journal of Engineering Science, Vol. 18, No. 3, pp. 49-58, 1386.

§ Conferences papers

1- R. Kiani Negad, R. Hooshmand, "Synchronous Generator Parameter Estimation By Genetic Algorithm", Australian Universities Power Engineering Conference, Australia, 2002.

2- M. Joorabian, R. Hooshmand, "Application of Artificial Neural Networks in Voltage and Reactive Power Control", Australian Universities Power Engineering Conference, Australia, 2002.

3- R. Hooshmand, M. Joorabian, "Optimal Choice of Fixed and Switched Capacitors for Distribution Systems by Genetic Algorithm", Australian Universities Power Engineering Conference (AUPEC), Australia, 2002.

4- R. Hooshmand, H. Seifi, "Optimum Load Shedding and Generation Reallocation Using Linear Programming", Power System Computation Conference, 12th PSCC, pp. 229-312, 1996.

5- B. Mirzaeeian, A. Parsapoor, R. Hooshmand, "Effect of Different Operating Conditions of Electric Arc Furnace on Synchronous Generator Shaft", International Aegean Conference on Electrical Machines and Power Electronics, 10-12 Sep. 2007, Turkey, 824-829, 2007

6- R. Hooshmand, M. Banejad, "Robust Control Design of Power System Stabilizer Using Artificial Neural Networks", Australian Universities Power Engineering Conference (UPEC), Australia, 2006.

7- M. Banejad, R. Hooshmand, "Optimal Design of Coefficients of PID Controller in an AVR System using Fuzzy Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm ", Australian Universities Power Engineering Conference (AUPEC), Australia, 2006.

Persian Language:

8- R. Hooshmand, M. Parsa Moghaddam, "The Exact Method of Determining Coherent Generators in Power Systems", First Iranian Conference on Electrical Engineering, Amir Kabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, pp. 207-215, 1993.

9- R. Hooshmand, H. Seifi, "Optimum Load Shedding and Generation Reallocation in Power Systems", Third Iranian Conference on Electrical Engineering, Tehran, Iran, pp. 185-193, 1995.

10- R. Hooshmand, H. Seifi, V. Tahani, "The Optimization of Load Shedding and Generation Reallocation by Considering Load Models and Network Frequency", 4th Iranian Conference on Electrical Engineering, Tehran, Iran, pp. 669-678, 1996.

11- R. Hooshmand, R. Kiani Nejad, "The Investigation Damaged Effects of Arc Furnace and its Transformers on …", 17th International Power System Conference, No. 7, Tehran, Iran, pp. 73-84, 2002.

12- R. Hooshmand, "Optimal Selection of Fixed and Switched Capacitors in LV and MV Distribution Networks", 17th International Power System Conference, No. 3, Tehran, Iran, pp. 1-12, 2002.

13- E. Mashhoor, R. Hooshmand, "The Application of Automation Techniques for Loss Reduction of Distribution Network of Behbahan City", 7th International Distribution System Conference, No. 2, Zanjan, Iran, pp. 391-397, 2002.

14- R. Hooshmand, "Optimization of Consumption Energy of Electric Arc Furnaces by Careful and Approximate Determination of Minimum Current Arc Stability", 12th Iranian Conference on Electrical Engineering, Mashhad, Iran, pp. 196-203, 2004.

15- N. Hakim Far, S. Mortazavi, R. Hooshmand, "Optimal Capacitor Placement in Distribution Networks by Genetic Algorithm aiming at Network Loss Reduction", 9th International Distribution System Conference, No. 1, Zanjan, Iran, pp. 441-452, 2004.

16- R. Hooshmand and et. all, "The Exact Design of 63/20kv (MV) Substations", 9th International Distribution System Conference, No. 2, Zanjan, Iran, pp. 1239-1252, 2004.

17- R. Hooshmand, A. Parsa Poor, M. Torabian Esfahani, "Enhancement of Electric Arc Furnace Operation on Generator Shaft with Real Load Modeling of Furnace", 15th Iranian Conference on Electrical Engineering, Tehran, Iran, pp. 104-109, 2006.