About Our Institute
Dedicated to excellence in electrical engineering education and research
Our Mission
The Institute of Electric Power Engineering in Kyrgyzstan is committed to educating the next generation of electrical engineers and power systems specialists. We strive to advance knowledge through innovative research and to serve society by developing sustainable energy solutions.
Our Vision
To be a leading institution in electrical engineering education and research in Central Asia, recognized for excellence in teaching, innovation, and contribution to sustainable energy development.
Our History
Founded in 1995, the Institute of Electric Power Engineering in Kyrgyzstan was established to meet the growing demand for specialized education in electrical engineering and power systems in the region. What began as a small department with just 5 faculty members and 60 students has grown into a comprehensive institute offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
Over the past decades, the institute has expanded its facilities, developed new programs, and built strong partnerships with industry and international academic institutions. In 2005, we established our first research center focused on power systems optimization. By 2012, we achieved international accreditation for all our academic programs, and in 2020, we completed a major campus expansion that doubled our laboratory space.
1995
Institute founded with 160 students
2005
First research center established
2012
International accreditation achieved
2020
New campus expansion completed
Our Faculty
Our distinguished faculty members bring a wealth of academic and industry experience to the classroom and laboratory. They are dedicated to providing high-quality education and mentoring the next generation of electrical engineers.
Dr. Ravi Banavar
Dean, Professor of Electrical Engineering
Dr. Karimov holds a Ph.D. from Moscow Power Engineering Institute and has over 20 years of experience in power systems engineering. He has published more than 50 papers on smart grid technologies and led major infrastructure projects across Central Asia.
Dr. Katerina Nik
Associate Professor, Electrostatic MEMS
Dr. Nik received her doctorate from Technical University of Berlin and specializes in solar energy systems. She leads the institute's renewable energy research laboratory and has secured over $1.5 million in research grants from international organizations.
Prof. Jose Manuel Taboada Vasquez
Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering
Prof. Taboada Vasquez earned his Ph.D. from Tomsk Polytechnic University and has extensive industry experience with Kyrgyz Energy Corporation. He has contributed to major power infrastructure projects across Central Asia and holds three patents in power conversion technology.
Dr. Lisa Gaedke-Merzhäuser
Assistant Professor, Energy Economics
Dr. Gaedke-Merzhäuser completed her Ph.D. at the University of Manchester with a focus on energy market analysis. Her research on sustainable energy policy in developing economies has been published in top-tier journals and has informed national energy policy in Kyrgyzstan.
Our Facilities
State-of-the-Art Laboratories
Our institute houses modern laboratories equipped with the latest technology for hands-on learning and research:
- Power Systems Simulation Lab with ETAP, PowerWorld, and DIgSILENT software
- Renewable Energy Lab with solar PV testing equipment and wind turbine simulators
- High Voltage Engineering Lab with 500kV test equipment and partial discharge analyzers
- Power Electronics Lab with advanced inverter and converter testing facilities
- Smart Grid Technology Lab with SCADA systems and PMU networks
- Energy Efficiency Testing Facility with calorimetric chambers and power analyzers
