Dr. Jelena Andric is an Adjunct Associate Professor in Smart and Digital Transport at Urban Mobility Systems group at Chalmers University of Technology. Jelena is also an Associate Professor in Modeling and Simulation of Future Powertrains and has a Ph.D. in Thermo and Fluid Dynamics from Chalmers. Her research and innovation work addresses the need for sustainable transport of people and goods which is at the heart of the industrial society. At the vehicle level, Jelena’s interests are in the development of cutting-edge methodologies for design of thermal management systems for electric vehicles. The focus is to drive the development of the next-generation energy-efficient electric vehicles through model-based approach and virtual testing. Jelena is open-minded and always eager to learn. She enjoys overcoming challenges by pursuing her passion for innovation and strategic technological development.

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