Academic interests
Brief Bio:
Dr. Palanichamy Manikandan is an Associate Professor at Østfold University of Applied Sciences, Norway, with over 20 years of experience spanning academia, research, and industry. He earned his Ph.D. in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering from Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), with partial research conducted at the University of Iowa, USA. He subsequently completed two postdoctoral research projects in France and Hong Kong.
Specializing in green transitions, sustainable engineering, and emerging technologies, Dr. Manikandan supervises students at Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. levels while leading multiple externally funded research initiatives. His recent grants (2025–2028) include co-funding from the European Union through the Erasmus+ Global programme (2025-1-NO01-KA171-HED-336) and the EEA Grants under the Energy Programme. He has authored over 100 academic publications and collaborates with diverse research groups and laboratories worldwide. He currently supervises/co-supervises three full-time Ph.D. students and co-supervises two exchange Ph.D. students.
ORCID: 0009-0006-6582-3480
LinkedIn: Prof. Palanichamy Manikandan
Norwegian Research Information Repository (NVA): Manikandan Palanichamy
I am excited to announce that iSHINEd (The International Society for Hydrogen Innovation and New Energy Dissemination) is strengthening its global governance as we scale from regional to international impact!
We're inviting distinguished researchers and leaders in renewable energy, hydrogen technologies, and sustainable energy systems to join our International Advisory Board and Steering Committee.
Founder & Chair, iSHINEd:
Dr. Manikandan founded the International Society for Hydrogen Innovation and New Energy Dissemination (iSHINEd), a global non-profit organization registered in Norway that drives the clean energy transition through research, education, and collaboration. iSHINEd connects researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers worldwide to advance hydrogen technologies and renewable energy systems through five focused clusters addressing UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Website: www.ishined.com
Research interests:
Dr. Manikandan's teaching and research focus on green and smart energy transitions, and emerging ICT technologies. He contributes through technology case studies, framework developments, educational services via international societies, advisory committee involvement, curriculum development, and training programmes that integrate cutting-edge advancements into engineering education and research.
He believes that today's research lays the foundation for tomorrow's knowledge. His work is driven by a forward-thinking vision, concentrating on:
- Emerging technologies (inc. AI, ML, DL, Digital Twins) for societies and Industry 5.0
- Green energy transitions and hydrogen technology
- Framework development for security and safety in critical infrastructure
- Real-world engineering case studies
- LCA and the circular economy
His expertise, combined with a commitment to continuous learning, positions him as a strategic contributor to organizational growth. Beyond academia, he serves as a consultant for industrial projects, bridging theoretical research with real-world applications and connecting students with industry partners.
International Engagement:
As International Coordinator, Dr. Manikandan fosters a globally connected academic environment through multifaceted engagement strategies. He actively participates in international conferences, workshops, and university visits worldwide, while simultaneously coordinating student mobility programmes that send students abroad for internships, summer schools, BIPs, and research stays. His role extends to hosting visiting researchers and scholars, creating a vibrant exchange of knowledge and expertise at the home university.
Working closely with the international office, he manages bilateral agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with partner institutions across continents, while promoting internationalization through Erasmus+ staff and student mobility initiatives. This comprehensive approach to global partnerships ensures that students, faculty, and researchers benefit from cross-cultural collaboration and cutting-edge international research opportunities.
Current Activities:
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Project 1 (2025-2028):
Green Energy Innovation Through International Collaboration: Norway-India Partnership (part of RESET Lab and research group’s initiative)
Funded by: KA171 Erasmus+ Global, Direktoratet for høyere utdanning og kompetanse
Project Leader and Principal Investigator: Dr. Palanichamy Manikandan
Administration: Rebecca Norwang
Project 2 (2025-2028):
Empowering Sustainable Engineering through International Collaboration: Norway-Taiwan Partnership (part of RESET Lab and research group’s initiative)
Funded by: KA171 Erasmus+ Global, Direktoratet for høyere utdanning og kompetanse
Partnership Institutions: Østfold University College (HiØ), Norway & National Chung Cheng University (CCU), Taiwan
Project Leader and Principal Investigator: Dr. Palanichamy Manikandan
Administration: Rebecca Norwang
Current teaching/taught:
IRE20012 Electronics
IRE35117 Power Electronics and Microcontroller
IRE35017 Power Electronics and Relay Protection
IRE30921 Power electronics with applications in electric drives and power systems
IRE35123 Power Electronics
IRE26221 DC-DC Converters and Microcontroller
IRMGR42118 Smart Grids Technology and Applications
IRE32014 Communication Networks
IRE26521 IoT Foundations
IRE30721 IoT Network
IRB37518-1 Bachelor thesis with science theory and method
I am keen to supervise PhD students in my research areas. Welcoming national and international requests on co-supervision, external advisory commitee, evaluation committee, collaborative publications, relevant funding proposal submissions, establishing valuable research partnerships, and teaching collaborations.
SUPERVISION
DOCTORAL STUDENTS
Quac-Thang Phan
Co-supervision with National Chung Cheng University (NCCU), Chiayi, Taiwan
Program: PhD in Electrical Engineering
Research Focus: A Regime-Aware Spatial-Temporal Multimodal Fusion Framework for Short-Term Photovoltaic Power Forecasting Using Sky Images and Time-Series Data
Pisit Klingosum
Co-supervision with Kasetsart University (KU), Bangkok, Thailand
Program: PhD in Mechanical Engineering
Research Focus: Sustainable Biochar Production from Biomass Residues for Agricultural and Carbon Management Applications
Mr. Gagan Gavenahalli Somashekara
Co-supervision with Jain University, India
Program: PhD in Physical Chemistry
Research Focus: Development of Electrocatalysts via Reverse Pulse Electroreposition for High-Performance Anion Exchange Membrane Water Electrolysis
Mr. Sachin Shadakshari
Co-supervision with Jain University, India
Program: PhD in Physical Chemistry
Research Focus: Design and Development of Transition Metal-Based Heterostructured Electrocatalysts for efficient Anion Exchange Membrane Water Electrolysis
Invited visits - International Institutions:
- Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena, Spain (Erasmus plus Guest professor)
- National Chung Cheng University, Taiwan (Visiting Professor)
- University of Castilla La Mancha, Spain (Guest Professor)
- University of West Attica, Greece (Erasmus plus Guest professor)
- Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto, Portugal (CDIO regional meeting)
- Altinbas University, Turky (Erasmus plus Guest professor)
- Mapua Insititute of Technology, The Phillipines (Visiting Professor)
- Dayananda Sagar University, India (Visiting Professor)
- National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (Visiting Professor)
- University of Iowa, USA (Visiting Researcher)
Previous Research Projects (international):
(A) Østfold University College, Norway
Project: Bilateral cooperation promoting cost-effective solutions based renewable energy in green transition.
Funded by a grant from Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway through EEA Grants in the framework of the Energy Programme, 300769-10
(B) Østfold University College, Norway
Project: Bilateral cooperation for a long-term collaboration
Supported by a grant from Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway through EEA Grants in the framework of the Energy Programme, Project nr. 300770-10
Organized workshops and educational training programs with bilateral partners
(C) Elotec AS (Oppdal), Norway
Project 1: Pipedraw Software Testing and Engineering Maintenance: Ensuring Reliability and Efficiency in Pipeline Design and Management
Project 2: Products License Management Server Development: Streamlining Software Licensing and Enhancing Security for Optimal Performance
Project 3: EloCare Server and Mobile Application Development: Enhancing Software Communication with nRF52840 for Seamless Healthcare Solutions
(D) The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), Hong Kong
Project: Development and Implementation of Smart Agriculture: Advancing Self-Sustainable Green Technologies for a Sustainable Future
Funded by the Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, under grant ITS/265/15FX, and PolyU’s Internal Competitive Research under Grant, PolyU 152073/14E. This project also involved another industrial partner from Shenzhen-Mainland China who was a major investor and stakeholder in the project. The research findings are proprietary with the industrial partner.
(E) University of Montpellier, France
Project: Hardware trOjans Menaces et robustEsse des ciRcuits intEgrés (French).
Funded by Ministry of Defense, the French Government (BPI-OSEO) under grant FUI#13/14 HOMERE. Four academic partners and two industry partners (ENSMSE, Telecom ParisTech, CEA LETI, University of Montpellier, GEMALTO and SECURE IC).
(F) The Norwegian University of Science and Technolgoy, Norway / University of Iowa, USA
Project: Path Delay Fault Testing and Built-In Self-Test (BIST): Enhancing Circuit Reliability and Performance through Advanced Algorithm Design Techniques.
Funded by the Research Fellowship in Information Technology, Mathematics and Electrical Engineering, under grant IME 082-2007 (2008-2012).
(G) National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Project: Design and Implementation of Advanced Analog and Digital Special Purpose Integrated Circuits (AAD-SPIC): Innovations in Low Power and High-Performance Circuit Design.
Funded by Taiwan National Science Council, the Ministry of Information Technology and Economics under the Grant Number 95-EC-17-A-01-S1-031, Taiwan.
(H) Indian Institute of Technology-Kharagpur, India
Project: Specialized Manpower Development in VLSI Design and Related Software: Building Expertise for Cutting-Edge Semiconductor Technologies
Funded by the Ministry of Information Technology, India (Phase 1-3).
Books and Book Chapters:
Books
[1] P. Manikandan, Real World Electrical Engineering Case Studies. Wiley & IEEE Press, 2026. [Textbook, ISBN: 978-1-394-35943-1, 352 pages, Available online]

[2] P. Manikandan, G. C. Lin, R. Phadvas, K. Palaniswamy, G. Periyasami, and M. K. Vijayakrishnan, AI Framework for Hydrogen Transportation Safety. Springer Nature, 2027. [Monograph, contract signed, in progress, expected release: February 2027]
[3] P. Manikandan and G. C. Lin, CAM Enabled Network Infrastructure – From Principles to Practice. Springer Nature, 2027. [Handbook, contract signed, in progress, expected release: June 2027]
[4] P. Manikandan, Self-Testing for Microelectronics Circuits in Semiconductor Industry. Trondheim, Norway: Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). [Reference book, ISBN 979-8-343-32755-7, 193 pages, Sep. 2024, Available online]

Book Chapters
[5] P. Manikandan, G. C. Lin, B. N. Eriksen, and K. Palaniswamy, "From Oil to Green Hydrogen: Norway's Energy Transition with Innovation and Collaborations," in Green Hydrogen for Industrial Decarbonization, Wiley, 2026.
[6] Manikandan Palanichamy and G. C. Lin, "From Automation to Adaptation: The Quad Intelligence Framework for Climate-Resilient Agriculture," in AI Driven Farming Systems with Minimal Human Intervention, Elsevier and IGI Global, 2026. https://www.igi-global.com/chapter/from-automation-to-adaptation/418517
ISBN13: 9798337392950, ISBN13 Softcover: 9798337392967, EISBN13: 9798337392974, DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-9295-0.ch002
[7] P. Manikandan and G. C. Lin, "Smart Agriculture 5.0 and Its AI Enabled Supply Chains for Food Security in Land-Constrained Regions: The Case of Europe," in AI Driven Precision Agriculture: Revolutionizing Farming Practices – Volume II, Bentham Science.
[8] P. Manikandan and G. C. Lin, "Digital Transformation in Hybrid Workforces through a 12-Matrix Triple Intelligence Framework," in Hybrid Workplaces and Workforce Management Challenges, Innovations, and Global Perspectives, CRC Press - Taylor & Francis.
SCHOLARLY SERVICE:
PEER REVIEW SUMMARY
• Active Journal Reviewer: 4 international journals (Elsevier, Cambridge University Press, IEEE)
EDITORIAL ROLES
• Editor, Cambridge Prisms: Energy Transitions (May 2026 – Present)
• Scientific Editor, Elsevier Next Journals: Next Energy, Next Sustainability, Next Materials, Next Nanotechnology, Next Research (July 2026 – Present)
• Editor-in-Chief, Current Development in Artificial Intelligence (March 2024 – May 2026)
REVIEWER FOR
• IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion (Since Jan 2026)
• Elsevier: Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews (Since March 2023)
• Elsevier: Energy Conversion and Management (Since March 2023)
• IEEE Transactions on VLSI Systems (Jan. 2014 – December 2016)
• Total Review & Editorial Experience: 17+ years
• Estimated Reviews Completed: 30+ manuscripts across electronics, energy, and IoT
CONFERENCE SERVICE
LEADERSHIP
• General Chair & Keynote Speaker: International Conference on Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Storage Applications (H2RESA 2026)
• Keynote Speaker & International Advisory Committee Member: International Conference on Renewable Energy (ICRE 2026)
• International Advisory Committee Member: International Conference on Advances in Physical Sciences & Technologies (ICAPST 2026)
• Moderator & Panel Chair: "Sustainable Data Centers" session, H2RESA 2026
• General Chair & Organizing Committee Leader: International Workshop on Research in Emerging Sustainable Engineering Technologies (RESET), November 5-6, 2025, Østfold University of Applied Sciences (Erasmus Global+ KA171 grant), Norway
• Co-Organizer: International Workshop and Training Sessions on Green Energy Transition, February 6–7, 2025, Timisoara, Romania (EEA grant) – Title: "Repowering the EU with Clean Hydrogen Solutions towards Green Energy Transition"
• Co-Organizer: International Workshop on Innovating Together: Bilateral Cooperation for Sustainable Solutions in GET, January 30–31, 2025, Bacău, Romania (EEA grant) – Title: "Role of AI and IoT in Green Hydrogen"
• Co-Organizer: International Workshop on Green Energy Transition in Norway, November 26–28, 2024, HiØF (EEA and Norway Grants) – Title: "BioSolar Hydrogen for Green Transport”
ONGOING Committee Memberships
• Organizing Committee Member: International Conference on Renewable Energy, May 2027
• Organizing Committee Member: International Conference on Advances in Physical Sciences & Technologies, Oct. 2026
• Program Committee Member: IEEE and TTTC International East West Design and Test Symposium (EWDTS), Since 2010 – Present (2026: Uzbekistan)
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
TTTC https://www.computer.org/communities/technical-committees/tttc
TCVLSI https://tc.computer.org/tcvlsi/
ISTE https://iste.org/
Nordic Test Forum https://www.nordictestforum.org/





