PhD Gabriel Miguel Gomes Guerreiro Awarded DTU’s Young Researcher of the Year

The potential of collaboration with industry

Gabriel was one of 15 early-stage researchers from 13 different countries participating in InnoCyPES, a DTU-led Innovative Training Networks project funded by the EU’s H2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme.

The project aims to address key challenges in the digital transformation of Europe’s energy systems by training researchers who can bridge the gap between science, innovation, and industry.

And that is exactly what Gabriel did. Enrolled at DTU, but hosted by Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy in the project, Gabriel’s project exemplifies the success of industry-embedded PhD collaborations.

“Gabriel’s PhD project is part of a long-standing strategic collaboration with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, which has led to a series of industrially embedded PhD projects over the years. It is deeply encouraging to see how these initiatives not only educate excellent candidates but also produce high-impact research that delivers new knowledge of direct relevance to industry.”

Professor Jacob Østergaard, Head of Division, Power Energy Systems

Gabriel’s PhD represents a remarkable research achievement, marked by scientific originality, industrial impact, and societal relevance. His methods have been incorporated into IEC standards (61400-21 and 61400-27 series) and adopted by the large-scale EU project InterOPERA, which aims to standardize multi-terminal HVDC systems for offshore wind.

"Gabriel successfully worked on topics of high academic and industrial relevance, resulting in an exceptional PhD thesis and impactful R&D projects with potential for patents and improved company practices. His innovative approaches to modelling and grid compliance of wind power systems have been recognized internationally, influencing major EU initiatives and being incorporated into global standards."

Kim Høj Jensen, Chief Engineer at Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, Denmark

A Role Model for Future Researchers

Through leadership in CIGRE NGN and IEEE PES, Gabriel has established a strong international network and earned recognition as a role model for the next generation of energy researchers.

His work has resulted in 22 publications, 2 patents, and over 100 citations, alongside multiple awards, including the Best Paper Award at the Wind Integration Workshop 2022.

Beyond research, Gabriel has been an active contributor to education and training, co-supervising 10 MSc theses and delivering training sessions for both academia and industry – from DTU teaching activities to specialized courses for Ørsted and international InnoCyPES training schools.