Prof. Sarah Okonkwo
University of Cape Town
Academic Profile
Prof. Sarah Okonkwo is a member of the Materia editorial board based at University of Cape Town. Their work spans renewable energy integration, grid stability, and power-system planning, with an emphasis on methods that can be independently reproduced and evaluated across laboratories.
Editorial Role
At Materia, Sarah Okonkwo handles manuscripts where experimental evidence, modelling assumptions, and engineering relevance need especially close alignment. Their editorial assessments prioritise transparent methods, complete uncertainty reporting, appropriate data availability, and clear statements of engineering or scientific significance.
Review Areas
- Power systems, renewable energy
- Interdisciplinary manuscripts connecting experiment, simulation, and design
- Special issue proposals and invited review scoping in adjacent areas