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Dr. Shanika Matharage serves as Lecturer in High Voltage Engineering within the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Exeter. Her research significantly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through advancements in sustainable power infrastructure.
Her academic credentials include a Postgraduate Diploma in Academic Practice (University of Exeter, 2023), a PhD in Ageing Assessment of Transformer Paper Insulation from The University of Manchester (2017), and a BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (2011).
Dr. Matharage specializes in transformer insulation systems, with core expertise in synthetic ester-based insulating liquids, space charge phenomena, and dielectric material behavior under electric fields. Her work addresses critical challenges in transformer aging assessment, fire safety, and environmental impact reduction through alternative insulation materials.
Recent publications demonstrate her leadership in high-voltage engineering research, particularly in conductivity analysis of ester-impregnated materials and thermal-electrical design of dry-type transformers. Her work shows consistent focus on practical applications for power grid sustainability.
Her scientific recognition includes:
- John Neal Insulation Award (2018) for contributions to insulation systems
- The GnoSys Global Ltd Prize for Best Research Presentation (2014)
Dr. Matharage actively contributes to academic service as a programme committee member for major conferences including UHVnet2019 and IEEE ICDL 2017. Her research impact extends to reducing fossil-oil-based insulating liquids in power transformers, delivering environmental, safety, and financial benefits across the energy sector.
