professor, Shandong University, China
Professor Zou Liang is a leading scholar in the field of electrical engineering, currently serving as the Director of the Institute of Electrical Theory and New Technology at the School of Electrical Engineering, Shandong University. He holds the titles of professor and doctoral supervisor and has made significant contributions to high voltage and insulation technology. He has been recognized through numerous national and provincial honors, including selection for China’s National Youth Talent Program, designation as a leading talent in innovation and entrepreneurship in Jiangsu Province, and acknowledgment as an outstanding young and middle-aged scholar at Shandong University. He holds key professional roles such as committee member of the China Electrotechnical Society’s Energy Storage Systems and Electromagnetic Compatibility Committees, expert contributor to the “Light of Electric Power” initiative, and serves as director of the Shandong Electrotechnical Society. As an IEEE member and frequent reviewer for prestigious journals, Professor Zou has established a distinguished academic presence nationally and internationally.
Professional Profile
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🎓 Education
Professor Zou Liang received a comprehensive education in electrical engineering, culminating in a doctoral degree that laid the foundation for his specialized focus in high voltage engineering and new insulation technologies. His academic training emphasized both theoretical and applied research, which he has continuously advanced throughout his career. As an educator, he teaches undergraduate courses such as Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering (High Voltage Section) and Power System Grounding Technology, and a graduate-level course on Online Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis of Electrical Equipment, demonstrating his strong integration of teaching and research.
💼 Experience
From March 2021 to March 2023, Professor Zou served as the Director of the Mobile Program for Electrical Science and Engineering under the National Natural Science Foundation of China. His leadership experience extends to national-level research programs, where he has successfully managed complex, multidisciplinary projects. With over a decade of involvement in electrical engineering innovation, he has coordinated major government and industry-funded projects, collaborated across institutions, and provided technical consulting for the development of cutting-edge power system technologies.
🔬 Research Interests
Professor Zou’s research centers on the high-frequency discharge and electromagnetic optimization of new energy equipment, as well as the regulation and modification of high-performance insulation materials. His work bridges theoretical modeling and practical applications, including micromagnetic simulations, plasma degradation methods, and molecular dynamics studies of advanced composite materials. A pioneer in the field, he is particularly noted for advancing knowledge in nanocrystalline soft magnetic materials and for developing interdisciplinary methodologies that combine physics, materials science, and power systems engineering.
📚 Publications Top Notes
Micromagnetic Simulation of Saturation Magnetization of Nanocrystalline Soft Magnetic Alloys under High-Frequency Excitation
Authors: K. Guo, L. Zou*, L. Dai, et al.
Published in: Symmetry, Volume 14, Issue 7, Article 1443, Year: 2022
DOI: [Available upon request]
Summary:
This paper presents a micromagnetic simulation approach to analyze the saturation magnetization behavior of nanocrystalline soft magnetic alloys when exposed to high-frequency excitation fields.
Molecular Dynamics Simulation of the Influence of Functionalized Doping on Thermodynamic Properties of Cross-Linked Epoxy/Carbon Nanotube Composites
Authors: M. Ding, L. Zou*, L. Zhang, T. Zhao, Q. Li
Published in: Transactions of China Electrotechnical Society, Volume 36, Issue 23, Pages 5046–5057, Year: 2021
Summary:
This research employs molecular dynamics (MD) simulations to evaluate the thermodynamic properties of epoxy/carbon nanotube (CNT) composites subjected to various functionalized doping techniques.
A Review on Factors That Affect Surface Charge Accumulation and Charge-Induced Surface Flashover
Authors: M. Yuan, L. Zou*, Z. Li, L. Pang, T. Zhao, L. Zhang, J. Zhou, P. Xiao, S. Akram, Z. Wang, S. He
Published in: Nanotechnology, Volume 32, Issue 26, Year: 2021
Summary:
This comprehensive review article explores the various physical, chemical, and environmental factors that influence surface charge accumulation and the onset of flashover in insulating materials. The authors categorize the influence of surface morphology, humidity, material defects, electric field distribution, and charge mobility.
Investigation of Non-Thermal Atmospheric Plasma for the Degradation of Avermectin Solution
Authors: Y. Lv, L. Zou*, H. Li, Z. Chen, X. Wang, Y. Sun, L. Fang, T. Zhao, Y. Zhang
Published in: Plasma Science and Technology, Volume 23, Issue 5, Year: 2021
Summary:
This study examines the degradation efficiency of non-thermal atmospheric plasma (NTAP) on avermectin, a commonly used pesticide, in aqueous solutions. The paper analyzes plasma-induced chemical reactions, energy transfer mechanisms, and byproduct formation.
Influence of the External and Internal Factors on Saturation Magnetization Process for Nanocrystalline Alloy
Authors: Liang Zou, Jiale Wu, Zhiyun Han, et al.
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Magnetics, Volume 54, Issue 10, Article 7205708, Year: 2018
Summary:
This paper investigates how both intrinsic factors (such as atomic structure and grain size) and extrinsic conditions (such as applied magnetic field and temperature) affect the saturation magnetization of nanocrystalline magnetic alloys.
🔚 Conclusion
Professor Zou Liang’s academic and research excellence, coupled with his visionary leadership in engineering innovation, marks him as a distinguished contributor to the field of electrical engineering. His work not only addresses critical scientific challenges in high voltage and insulation technology but also offers practical solutions that advance energy system reliability and environmental safety. Through rigorous scholarship, prolific publication, and dedicated service to professional societies, he continues to set a standard for excellence in science, technology, and education.