Professor, Academia mIlitar, Portugal
🌟 João Torres, a distinguished researcher from Portugal 🇵🇹, specializes in laser technology, semiconductors, and numerical methods. As a dedicated educator, he serves as an Assistant Professor at Academia Militar and Instituto Superior Técnico, contributing to engineering and technology fields. His passion for innovation is reflected in his impactful research and numerous publications in prominent journals.
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Education
🎓 João Torres holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering (2014) and an MSc in Chemical Engineering (2008) from the Universidade Técnica de Lisboa Instituto Superior Técnico, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics (2004) from the Universidade de Lisboa Faculdade de Ciências. His multidisciplinary academic background supports his pioneering work in advanced engineering concepts. 📚
Experience
💼 João Torres has over 15 years of professional experience in academia and research. He has been affiliated with Academia Militar (2019–present), Universidade Técnica de Lisboa Instituto Superior Técnico (2012–present), and Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia (2016–2018). His contributions span teaching electronics fundamentals, researching electrical and computer engineering, and advancing strategic projects. 🌐
Research Interests
🔬 João’s research focuses on cutting-edge topics like laser applications, semiconductors, and numerical methods, with a special interest in improving photovoltaic systems, energy harvesting, and advanced optical systems. 🌞
Awards
Dr. Torres has received 6 notable awards and honors, recognizing his contributions to engineering and technology. His accolades highlight his impact on academia, research, and innovation.
Publications
Step-Up DC-DC Converter Supplied by a Thermoelectric Generator for IoT Applications (2024)
Energies – DOI: 10.3390/en17215288
The influence of sand on the performance of CdTe photovoltaic modules of different colours and transparencies (2024)
Energy Systems – DOI: 10.1007/s12667-022-00523-6
The Modeling of Concentrators for Solar Photovoltaic Systems (2024)
Energies – DOI: 10.3390/en17133201
Metallic nanostructures inclusion to improve energy harvesting in silicon (2024)
Optical Materials: X – DOI: 10.1016/j.omx.2024.100298
Wavelength multiplexing system based on ring resonators (2024)
Results in Optics – DOI: 10.1016/j.rio.2024.100651
Experimental Analysis of the Light Wavelength’s Impact on the Performance of a Silicon Solar Cell (2024)
Energies – DOI: 10.3390/en17092090