Welcome to GRAPES
The goal of the Research Center on GRid-connected Advanced Power Electronic Systems (GRAPES) is to accelerate the adoption and insertion of power electronics into the electric grid, in order to improve system stability, flexibility, controllability, robustness, and economy.
GRAPES is partially funded by the Industry/University Cooperative Research Center program of the National Science Foundation, while industry members fund the bulk of our research. Our work with industry focuses on improving power electronics technology and integrating it with the needs of industry and of the power grid as a whole.
Become a Part of the Stable Power Grid Solution
The stronger our network of allies, the more successfully we protect our energy delivery systems and infrastructure. Whether you are a student, industry leader, or concerned business owner, your support or involvement can help awareness and research to keep the power grid safe, stable, and economical.
Become a Student
Interested in being on the forefront of smart power grid research, with access to expert faculty and industry mentors?
Become a Member
Our industry members receive access to our facilities, faculty, and research, as well as opportunities to directly influence the path of our research.
Preview Our Research
Our teams conduct research and develop innovative tools and technologies for advanced power electronic systems and the “smart” grid.
Latest News
GRAPES’ Spring 2017 Industrial Advisory Board
The NSF Center for GRid-connected Advanced Power Electronic Systems (GRAPES) in the Department of Electrical Engineering hosted its Spring 2017 Industrial Advisory Board Meeting May 23-24 in Milwaukee. Read more...
GRAPES Spring 2017 Semi-Annual Industrial Advisory Board Meeting – May 23-24, 2017
GRAPES Spring 2017 IAB Meeting University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Getting Around Our GRAPES Spring 2017 Semi-Annual Industrial Advisory Board Meeting will be held on May 23-24, 2017 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. All GRAPES IAB members, faculty and students are...
Registration: Strategic Planning Meeting – March 2017
Strategic Planning Meeting, March 23-24, 2017 Crowne Plaza Westshore - Tampa, Florida Our GRAPES Strategic Planning Meeting will be held on March 23-24, 2017 in Tampa, Florida. All GRAPES IAB members and faculty are invited to attend. If you have any questions...
GRAPES Sponsors WiPDA Conference
The Department of Electrical Engineering, the center for Grid-connected Advanced Power Electronic Systems and the center for Power Optimization of Electro-Thermal Systems were among the sponsors of the conference. Read more...
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