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Dr. Boaz Wadawa: A Trailblazer in Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy
Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Boaz Wadawa’s academic journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence and intellectual growth. His formative years began at the Siantou Secondary Institute in Cameroon, where he earned his Baccalaureate in Electronics (F2 option) in 2004. Recognizing his passion for engineering, he pursued a Technical University Degree in Thermal and Energy Engineering at the University Institute of Technology of Douala, where he investigated diesel generator efficiency-an early indication of his focus on energy optimization. Further advancing his education, Dr. Wadawa enrolled at the University of Ngaoundere, completing successive degrees in Electronics-Electrotechnics-Automatics-a Licence, Master 1, and Master 2-culminating in a thesis on enhancing the energy efficiency of photovoltaic installations, particularly in rural community contexts. His pursuit of academic excellence led him to Morocco, where he obtained a Ph.D. in Physics (2018–2022) from the University of Chouaïb Doukkali, El Jadida, specializing in Electrical Engineering, Automation, and Renewable Energy. His doctoral research focused on the control of grid-connected variable speed wind turbines using the Double-Fed Induction Generator (DFIG), earning him the highest academic distinction-“Very Honourable with Jury Congratulations.”
Professional Endeavors
Dr. Wadawa’s professional career reflects a strong link between theory and practice. He began with hands-on technical internships at CAMTEL (Cameroon Telecommunications), where he engaged in the maintenance of generators and air conditioning equipment. His early projects laid the foundation for his later roles, including working as a Support Executive for CAMTEL’s CDMA radio access network and subsequently as a Project Engineer overseeing the quality control and deployment of 3G/4G LTE infrastructure under the PMCN initiative. His engineering contributions played a critical role in Cameroon’s evolving telecommunications landscape, bridging digital divides and improving network efficiency.
Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Wadawa’s core research lies at the intersection of Electrical Engineering, Automation, Renewable Energies, Thermal Engineering, and the optimized use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). His interdisciplinary approach enables innovative solutions in smart grid management, renewable energy systems, and sustainable technology deployment. A significant portion of his work has addressed efficiency in power systems, including photovoltaics, wind turbine control systems, and diesel generators. Moreover, his involvement in AI-driven automation signals his forward-looking approach to solving modern energy challenges.
Impact and Influence
Dr. Wadawa has had a substantial impact both as a researcher and peer reviewer, recognized by numerous institutions and scientific communities. He was awarded multiple certificates of appreciation for maintaining integrity and quality in peer-reviewed publications, including recognition from the International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) and Springer’s International Journal of Dynamics and Control (IJDC). In 2022, he was honored with the “Best Researcher Award” by International Academic Awards, a testament to his influence in advancing engineering science.
Academic Citations and Scholarly Engagement
While specific citation metrics were not detailed, Dr. Wadawa's scholarly engagement is evident through his training certifications from Elsevier, WIPO, the Web of Science Group, and participation in global research forums such as IWACCE 2024 (China). These engagements reflect his deep involvement in scholarly publishing, intellectual property management, and ethical research communication. His research contributions, bolstered by international training and publication, position him as an emerging academic with growing citation impact in renewable energy and AI-integrated systems.
Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Wadawa’s legacy is being built on multidisciplinary integration, academic excellence, and technological innovation. His ability to combine rigorous research with practical engineering solutions places him among a new generation of African scientists contributing to sustainable development goals (SDGs). His future endeavors are expected to focus on scalable renewable energy models, AI-enhanced energy control systems, and collaborative innovation in automation technologies. He is poised to contribute meaningfully to policy, education, and infrastructure development in emerging economies.
Conclusion
Dr. Boaz Wadawa is a distinguished Cameroonian engineer and scholar whose work bridges advanced research and field application in the domains of electrical and renewable energy systems. His journey from local academic excellence to international recognition encapsulates the transformative power of education, perseverance, and interdisciplinary innovation. With a foundation deeply rooted in both technical expertise and ethical scholarship, Dr. Wadawa is not only shaping the future of sustainable energy but also inspiring a new wave of scientific thought leaders in Africa and beyond.
Notable Publications
"New strategy for fault detection and classification in wind turbines based on doubly-fed induction generators"
- Author: Boaz Wadawa; Joseph Yves Effa
- Journal: Global Energy Interconnection
- Year: 2025
"New formulas generalized to the evaluations of solar irradiations captured on horizontal surfaces and optimal inclinations"
- Author: Boaz Wadawa; Joseph Yves Effa
- Journal: International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE)
- Year: 2024
"Contribution to the Optimization of the Energy Efficiency of Fixed Collector Panel and Solar Tracking Systems Aimed at Technical-Economic Forecasting"
- Author: Boaz Wadawa; Joseph Yves Effa; Youssef Errami; Abdellatif Obbadi
- Journal: Engineering Science & Technology
- Year: 2024
"Comparative application of the self-adaptive fuzzy-PI controller for a wind energy conversion system connected to the power grid and based on DFIG"
- Author: Boaz Wadawa; Youssef Errami; Abdellatif Obbadi; Smail Sahnoun; Elmostafa Chetouani; Mohssin Aoutoul
- Journal: International Journal of Dynamics and Control
- Year: 2022
"Robustification of the H∞ controller combined with fuzzy logic and PI&PID-Fd for hybrid control of Wind Energy Conversion System Connected to the Power Grid Based on DFIG"
- Author: Boaz Wadawa; Youssef Errami; Abdellatif Obbadi; Smail Sahnoun
- Journal: Energy Reports
- Year: 2021