Di Wang received his B.Eng. and M.Eng. degrees in electrical engineering from Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU), China, in 2017 and 2020. He also earned a double M.S. degree (cum laude) in electrical engineering from Politecnico di Milano (POLIMI), Italy, in 2020. He is currently a Ph.D. student at McMaster University, Canada, working with the McMaster Automotive Resource Centre (MARC). His research interests include multilevel converters and power electronics for transportation electrification applications.
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Di’s interest in power electronics was first sparked during his undergraduate studies, where he found the subject’s elegance fascinating. As a graduate student at Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU), he joined the Power Electronics and Renewable Energy Center (PEREC), one of China’s leading power electronics research groups. There, he deepened his knowledge and developed a strong foundation in the field.
Later, Di’s experience in Italy further inspired his interest in transportation electrification. As a double-degree student at Politecnico di Milano (POLIMI) in 2017, he joined Professor Piegari’s project on motor drive systems for electric vehicles. Solving real-world problems in a cutting-edge field gave him a deep sense of accomplishment and motivation. This experience ultimately encouraged him to pursue a Ph.D. in the same area.
Di chose to continue his academic journey at the McMaster Automotive Resource Centre (MARC), believing it was the ideal place to combine his interests in power electronics and transportation electrification.
Under the supervision of Dr. Ali Emadi, Di is now focused on the design and control of inverters for electric aircraft propulsion systems. He finds this topic particularly challenging, as efficiency, power density, and reliability are critical in aviation. Di believes MARC offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable future, while refining his skills. He is eager to bring his passion for power electronics to every project he undertakes.
