Saga University Assistant Professor Sharath Srinivasamurthy of the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Saga University has received the Best Poster Award at the World Renewable Energy Congress 2026 (WREC-2026), an international academic conference held in Perth, Australia, in February 2026.
WREC-2026 is a major international forum that brings together renewable energy researchers, policymakers, and industry representatives from around the world. The conference showcases the latest technological advancements in renewable energy and research aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. Beyond serving as a venue for academic presentations, WREC-2026 connects private and public sectors to accelerate practical strategies and collaborations toward a net-zero society.
During the conference panel session, 35 poster presenters selected from a large pool of applicants competed for recognition of excellence in research.
Award Details
● Recipient: Assistant Professor Sharath Srinivasamurthy
(Faculty of Science and Engineering / Ocean Energy Research Institute, Saga University)
- Award: Best Poster Award (WREC-2026)
- Conference: World Renewable Energy Congress 2026
- Venue: Perth, Australia (Murdoch University)
- Dates: February 8–13, 2026
- Presentation Title:
“Stability Analysis of Guy-Wire Supported Floating Offshore Wind Turbines: Preliminary Study on Flexible Platforms”
This research analyzes the stability of guy-wire supported floating offshore wind turbines and has strong potential to contribute to the advancement of renewable energy technologies. The study attracted significant attention from conference participants.
Assistant Professor Sharath is known for his sincerity and dedication, earning deep trust from students and colleagues alike. This award recognizes not only his research attitude and sustained efforts, but also the originality, practical relevance, precision of data, and clarity of his presentation, all of which were highly evaluated internationally.
Saga University remains committed to fostering researchers who can excel on the global stage and to advancing cutting-edge research in the field of renewable energy.
Comment from the Award Recipient
“I am deeply honored to receive this recognition at such an international forum. I will continue striving to ensure that this research contributes to the advancement of renewable energy technologies in real-world applications.”
— Sharath Srinivasamurthy, Assistant Professor, Saga University
Comment from the University
“We are proud that one of our researchers has received the Best Poster Award at an international academic conference. We look forward to his continued success in conducting research at a world-class level.”
— Yasuyuki Ikegami, Professor / Director, Ocean Energy Research Institute, Saga University
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