PhD Student - Electrical Engineering
I build secure, automated, and simulation-driven systems.
Howdy!
I'm Edwin, an ambitious and curious mind who is determined to develop the technology that will power the cities, countries, and infrastructure of the future.
I am a first-generation college student currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering at Texas A&M University, where my research focuses on the security of cyber-physical systems, primarily power systems. Simply put, I study how to keep the lights on by protecting the grid from hackers.
My main interest is in building systems and software to enable analysis, intelligence, and automation of energy and networked systems. This interest spans agentic AI, intelligent energy systems, software engineering, ML–driven decision pipelines, distributed optimization, trustworthy autonomy, secure large-scale infrastructure, and next-generation cyber-physical platforms that integrate sensing, learning, and control.
I’m constantly exploring opportunities that challenge me to grow, collaborate across disciplines, and apply my insight and technical expertise to building a smarter, more resilient world! Thanks for visiting!
The Journey So Far
Software Power Systems Engineer (Intern)
Electric Power Engineers LLC
Austin, Texas
Develop scripts for the Ener-I software.
PhD Student & Graduate Research Assistant
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
Research Intern
Power Systems Lab, KNUST
Kumasi, Ghana
○ Administered an undergraduate research program to enable the acquistion of foundational research skills and expertise for undergraduate students.
Cybersecurity Assistant
University Information Technology Services, KNUST
Kumasi, Ghana
○ Supported the establishment of a Security Operating Center by developing security policies, configuring systems, and monitoring real-tie threats to support the university's security posture.
Electrical Engineering Intern
Ghana Grid Company Limited
Kumasi, Ghana
○ Undertook a six-week rotational program to learn about transmission system operation and protection while assisting maintenance and troubleshooting.
Undergraduate Student
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Ghana
○ Relevant Coursework: Power Systems [Optimization, Protection, Operation & Control, Analysis], Computer Networking, Control Systems I-II
Recent Updates
Looking Ahead
My ultimate goal is two-fold. Both are tied to my deep commitment to researching and engineering the next generation of essential technologies. The technology landscape of the future, say in a century, may look nothing like today’s. Computers could be relics replaced by neural implants. Cars? Probably obsolete. The tools we rely on now may feel as outdated as a typewriter is today. But despite the fact that the world will look radically different, electricity will still be the lifeblood of economies, healthcare, and daily life.
That’s why I aim to lead innovations in energy [systems and production] - ensuring they are resilient and sustainable for both people and the planet. But energy is only half the story. Second, I’m passionate about the developing the technologies that will define tomorrow’s smart cities and systems. After all, what good is all the power we’re generating if we’re not building a future that needs it?
The Why Behind It All
I spent my entire life in Ghana until beginning my PhD—and while the country is beautiful and vibrant, one challenge plagued my teenage years: Dumsor. You’ve probably never heard the word before, but in Ghana, it’s unforgettable. Dumsor literally means “off-on”—a name for the frequent, unpredictable blackouts caused by an unstable power grid. By the time the country began to emerge from this crisis, the effects were felt not just in the economy and societal dissatisfaction, but in me. I had interpreted that power rationing as a call for help. And I answered it—with a decision to become an electrical engineer and one day help fix it.
That motivation was just the beginning. Today, I’m deeply in love with the field. Engineering has reshaped how I think, how I see the world, and how I chase knowledge, especially through research. I love that research is a new battle every day. But it’s a battle I’ve won many times before, and one I know I’ll keep winning.
They say, “If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.”
For me, love might be an understatement.
What I Work With
Tools, frameworks, and platforms I use to build, analyze, and secure complex systems.
Systems & Programming
Bash, Python, C, MATLAB, and R for building analytical, automated, and simulation-driven systems.
Machine Learning & Data Systems
TensorFlow, Keras, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, RStudio, and scikit-learn for developing and deploying data-driven models, large-scale data analysis and visualization.
Cybersecurity & Networking
Network inspection and security analysis using Wireshark, Nmap, and Kali Linux. Simulation and evaluation of networked systems with CORE, CSET, and Packet Tracer.
Power Systems & Infrastructure Modeling
High-fidelity simulation of electrical grids using OpenDSS, MATPOWER, PowerWorld, CYME, and EMTP. Real-time and dynamic system analysis with RTDS/RSCAD and MATLAB/Simulink. Experience modeling large-scale, distributed energy systems and grid behavior under stress.
Control & Cyber-Physical Systems
Hands-on experience with PLCs and SCADA systems for industrial control environments. Experience with Do-More-Designer for ladder logic and PLC programming.
My Research
Exploring how intelligent systems can make our core systems smarter, our energy cleaner, and our digital lives more secure.
Research Overview
My research focuses on how intelligent systems can make our core systems smarter, our energy cleaner, and our digital lives more secure. As our world becomes increasingly connected, we need secure systems that can think, adapt, and protect themselves autonomously! Due to this, I am mainly focusing my doctoral studies on self-healing networked energy systems. At the moment, I research a subset of this focus comprising grid-edge integration, automation, and cybersecurity with applications to networked energy systems.
My past research has spanned three main areas: data-driven fault detection, AI-based power system protection, and cyber policy. I’m interested in extending my research expertise beyond energy systems to tackle challenges in other domains and I am open to any applied engineering roles that give me this opportunity!
The modern information age is a testament to the power of research and how it can change the world. Every algorithm I develop, every security protocol I design, and every system I optimize brings us closer to a world that is truly livable and sustainable for future generations.
Research Projects
Cyber Physical Power Systems
**to be updated
Impact of Electric Vehicle Integration on Distribution Systems
Run studies on power system models to determine ...
Cooperative-NOMA Modeling with Intelligent Reflective Surfaces
5G (Non-orthogonal multiple access) models for transmit power optimization studies
Short-Term Load Forecasting in Low Observability Power Grids
A Ghanaian case study on building valid datasets and AI-based algorithms for short-term load forecasting
Blackout Prediction in Transmission Systems
A cascading failure simulator and an ML-based method to predict and quantify blackouts in power systems.
Data-Driven Fault Detection
Using deep learning for detection of faults in transformers and induction motors.
Contact Me
Interested in collaboration, mentorship, or just want to chat about power systems and technology? I'd love to hear from you.
Email Me Directly
If you would like to collaborate, discuss research, or ask questions, feel free to send an email. You can copy the email address or open it directly in your mail client.
Get In Touch
edwin.tenkorang@gmail.com
Best way to reach me for academic collaboration
Location
College Station, Texas
Texas A&M University campus
"The best conversations happen when curious minds connect. Whether you're a fellow researcher, student, or industry professional, I believe every interaction is an opportunity to learn and grow together."
- Edwin