Dr. Sandrine Ngalula Mubenga is pleased to share a collection of photos and videos highlighting her 2025–2026 Fulbright U.S. Scholar appointment at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in Johannesburg, South Africa. During her Fulbright appointment, Dr. Mubenga taught Renewable Energy Engineering, conducted research on solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery energy storage, and net metering, […]
Continue ReadingDr. Mubenga Recognized by Wits Engineering & the Built Environment Review for Global Impact in Energy Research
Dr. Ngala Sandrine Mubenga was recently recognized in an article published by the University of the Witwatersrand’s Wits Engineering & the Built Environment Review for her contributions to electrical and information engineering. The feature highlights her work in renewable energy, battery management systems, and sustainable transportation, as well as her role as a 2025–2026 […]
Continue ReadingDr. Mubenga gives plenary lecture at the University of Witwatersrand’s FEBE Faculty Research Seminar
During October 29-30, Dr. Mubenga had the honor of delivering the plenary lecture at University of Witwatersrand’s FEBE Faculty Research Seminar, a forum that brings together researchers, academics, and students to engage with timely and impactful research. The seminar offered an important platform for the exchange of ideas and scholarly dialogue, with Dr. Mubenga’s […]
Continue ReadingDr. Mubenga Interviewed at African Geniuses Speak
In this compelling episode of African Geniuses Speak, Dr. Falala sits down with Dr. Mubenga for an inspiring discussion on how innovation, leadership, and purpose-driven vision are shaping Africa’s future. Tune in, reflect, and be part of the movement redefining what’s possible for Africa. Watch the full video here: African Geniuses Speak – Prof Sandrine […]
Continue ReadingDr. Mubenga Awarded Patent
Dr. Mubenga has been granted a patent \#12,355,278B2 for her Efficiency Measuring Apparatus, Active Equalizer Inductor Design Tool, and Equalizer Design App. This technology is designed to measure the efficiency of charge transfer between battery cell sections within an active equalizer unit. This tool will enable fast and cost-efficient design of battery technology. Read more […]
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Dr. Mubenga Profiled by USAID.GOV in “Women Champions in the Energy Sector”
Dr. Ngalula Sandrine Mubenga, PH.D., PE, and assistant professor in the College of Engineering at the University of Toledo, has been profiled by USAID.GOV in a new article titled, “Women Champions in the Energy Sector (USAID.GOV, 2021).” This portrait is part of the “West Africa Energy Program and Women in Energy (WIE)-Ghana’s series on women […]
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Dr. Mubenga’s NGO Assists Congolese Student to Achieve Admission to UT’s Jessup Scott Honors College
A student from the Democratic Republic of the Congo has entered pharmacy school at The University of Toledo with the help of the STEM DRC Initiative. The organization is a nonprofit founded by Dr. Ngalula Mubenga, Ph.D., PE. The program serves deserving Congolese students by providing tuition and mentoring to those seeking degrees in STEM […]
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Dr. Mubenga Advancing the Modern Energy Sector in the DRC
Dr. Mubenga is a professor of electrical engineering at the University of Toledo in the State of Ohio who divides her life between the United States and her native country, Congo-Kinshasa. After coming close to death from lack of electricity as a young woman growing up in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Dr. […]
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Dr. Mubenga Featured as Inspiring Role Model in Children’s Book
Dr. Sandrine Ngalula Mubenga (Ph.D., PE) assistant professor of electrical engineering technology at the University of Toledo College of Engineering is featured in a new children’s book titled “Great Minds and Finds in Africa.” The 32-page STEM education book for elementary-aged readers was published as part of Rourke Educational Media’s Discoveries Around the World series. […]
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Dr. Mubenga Delivers Keynote Address
Dr. Mubenga, Ph.D., PE, delivered the Keynote Address at the Inaugural Madison College Student Showcase Event Fall 2020 on December 1, 2020. The 3 day virtual event bgan on December 1, 2020 and runs through December 3, 2020 with programming daily from 8 AM to 10 PM. It will highlight the work of 90+ students from […]
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