Valentina Cecchi

Biography

Dr. Valentina Cecchi is an Associate Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Her research focus is on electric power systems modeling and analysis, optimization of transmission and distribution system planning and operation, grid enhancing technologies, transmission line modeling and dynamic line ratings, and grid integration of renewables and distributed energy resources. Originally from Rome, Italy, Dr. Cecchi joined UNC Charlotte in 2010, after receiving her Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA. She served as Graduate Program Director and Associate Chair in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department from 2019 to 2024 and was the recipient of the William States Lee College of Engineering Graduate Teaching Excellence Award in 2022.