Mariia Zimina

Mariia Zimina serves as a Senior Research Associate at the Interface Analysis Centre, University of Bristol, specializing in nuclear materials science and corrosion engineering. Her research focuses on material degradation mechanisms in extreme environments relevant to nuclear energy systems and marine applications.

Her core research areas encompass:

• Nuclear Materials
• Corrosion Science
• Neutron Irradiation Effects
• Zirconium Alloys
• Stainless Steel Degradation
• Microstructural Evolution

Recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on experimental characterization of material failure under combined stressors including radiation, high-temperature humidity, and reactive gas environments. Her work employs advanced techniques like focused ion beam analysis to investigate crack propagation and microstructural changes in critical nuclear components.

Based at the Interface Analysis Centre, Dr. Zimina collaborates extensively on interdisciplinary projects involving neutron irradiation facilities and high-precision materials testing, contributing to safety assessments for next-generation nuclear reactors and marine infrastructure.