University of Tennessee Knoxville CURENT Engineering Research Center

The Center for UltraWideArea Resilient Electric Energy Transmission Networks (CURENT) is a National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering Research Center based at the University of Tennessee Knoxville, focusing on advancing electric power and energy systems engineering. CURENT operates as a collaborative effort involving academia, industry, and national laboratories, with partner institutions including Northeastern University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and Tuskegee University.

CURENT's vision encompasses the development of a nationwide transmission grid that is fully monitored and dynamically controlled in real-time, promoting high efficiency, reliability, and the integration of renewable energy sources. The center aims to cultivate a new generation of engineering leaders with global perspectives and diverse backgrounds to address the challenges of modern energy systems.

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