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Research Interests
Ageing and testing of electrical insulation systems, water treeing, multifactor stressing and accelerated ageing techniques, polarisation and space charge effects in dielectrics, dielectric spectroscopy.
Personal Statement
I have been involved in research activities at the university since 1982 with a broad interest in the properties of insulation systems. This has included: breakdown and ageing processes in solid insulation systems; Multifactorial ageing of insulation including radioactive stressing and simulated space stressing; diagnostic and condition monitoring techniques for ageing in solid insulation; breakdown in liquid and gasses; Design of switching systems for Pulse Power applications; Generation of high power ultrasound and modification of material properties through the use of nano-particles.
In addition to my research I take an active role in teaching for my department both at home and overseas. I am also First Year Advisor of Studies for students studying Electronic and Electrical Engineering courses and I am the undergraduate academic selector for my department.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy, The Influence of Ions on Water Tree Growth in Polyethylene, University of Strathclyde
Award Date: 1 Jan 1986
Bachelor of Science, University of Sussex
Award Date: 1 Jan 1981
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Projects
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Breakdown Mechanisms and Processes in Dielectric Fluids
Timoshkin, I. (Principal Investigator), Given, M. (Co-investigator) & MacGregor, S. (Co-investigator)
Royal Academy of Engineering RAE
26/10/14 → 30/11/14
Project: Research Fellowship
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Power Networks and Smart Grids | Morris, Euan
Siew, W. H. (Principal Investigator), Given, M. (Co-investigator) & Morris, E. (Research Co-investigator)
EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council)
1/10/14 → 28/07/20
Project: Research Studentship - Internally Allocated
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The breakdown and surface characteristics of polymer interfaces under HV impulses
Wong, T., Timoshkin, I., MacGregor, S., Wilson, M. & Given, M., 2 Feb 2025, In: IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation. 32, 1, p. 170-179 10 p., 1.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Effects of polyurethane hardness on the propagation of acoustic signals from partial discharge
Samad, A., Siew, W. H., Given, M., Liggat, J. & Timoshkin, I., 1 Oct 2024, In: High Voltage. 9, 5, p. 1125-1135 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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External Examiner PhD.
Given, M. (External Examiner)
8 Dec 2016Activity: Examination types › Examination
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IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation (Journal)
Given, M. (Referee)
1 Jun 2016 → 10 Jun 2016Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Journal peer review