Ramy I
- Research Program Mentor
MA at Harvard University
Expertise
Renewable Energy, Product Development, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Energy, Solar, Wind
Bio
Ramy holds an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech, where he focused on innovations in concentrated solar power, and a B.S. with high honors in Mechanical Engineering from the American University in Cairo (AUC). His passion for sustainability and energy efficiency led him to pursue a Professional Graduate Certificate in Corporate Sustainability and Innovation from Harvard University. Recognized for his academic excellence, he received AUC’s Exemplary Student Award, academic and sports scholarships, and multiple research presentation opportunities at international conferences. He has contributed to research in solar energy, radio telescopes, and CO₂ capture at institutions such as Harvard and MIT. Beyond academia, Ramy has extensive industry experience in sustainable energy and operations. As a field engineer at Schlumberger, he implemented sustainability-focused solutions, represented the company at the Bloomberg Sustainable Business Summit, and led the Global Stewardship Community. He has also worked as a Lab Engineer at Harvard, assisting with the DASCH project, and collaborated with the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics. Currently, he is pursuing an M.A. in Sustainability and Environmental Management at the Harvard Extension School, continuing his commitment to advancing clean energy and environmental solutions.Project ideas
Solar Energy Under Different Weather Conditions
Analyze how temperature, cloud cover, and humidity affect solar panel output using real-world data from online sources and trend analysis. For instance, the hypothesis could state that increased temperature and cloud cover might decrease solar panel output, while humidity could either increase or decrease depending on the region or other factors. We can explore this question- and others- through literature review and data analysis, while presenting the findings in a poster, paper, or blog post.
Wind Turbine Blade Design Optimization
Compare different blade shapes and materials to determine their effect on power generation, using online wind datasets and simulations. Understanding these effects could help in designing more efficient wind turbines and improve the optimization of wind energy production while also giving the student skills in simulation tools and statistical analysis.
Mars Rover Design Analysis
Analyze the innovations and improvements of various rover designs and understand why the designs affect performance and durability. Considerations could include performance (e.g., speed, energy efficiency, mobility) and durability (e.g., resistance to extreme environments, longevity of components). We could start with reviewing the development of rover technology, starting with early models like Sojourner, and moving through more recent designs such as Opportunity, Curiosity, Perseverance, and upcoming missions like the Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV). And then go from there, depending on the student's interests and desired outcome!