Carlos Robles-Algarín B.Sc., M.S., Ph.D., received his B.Sc. in Electronic Engineering from Universidad del Norte, Colombia, in 2004, and his M.S. in Control Engineering and Ph.D. in Technology Management from Universidad Rafael Belloso Chacín, Venezuela, in 2011 and 2017, respectively. He is currently a professor in the Faculty of Engineering at Universidad del Magdalena in Santa Marta, Colombia, where he has been involved in teaching and research since 2007. He leads the Magma Ingeniería research group. His research interests include renewable energy systems, energy storage technologies, photovoltaic system design, and the application of advanced monitoring and control strategies for distributed energy resources. He has led and participated in multiple research projects focused on integrating renewable energy solutions in rural and isolated communities, with a particular emphasis on promoting sustainable development in the Colombian Caribbean region. Dr. Robles-Algarín has authored and co-authored numerous scientific papers in indexed journals and conferences. He has also been actively engaged in technology transfer and industry collaboration. His recent work explores lithium battery management systems and second-life battery applications in off-grid and hybrid energy systems.