Development and characterisation of a non-thermal plasma source suitable for biological application, and its effects on mammalian cells, with a particular focus on fibroblasts and macrophage-like cells

Pre-breakdown ionization processes and impulsive breakdown characteristics of gases

Microsecond and submicrosecond impulse breakdown of insulating liquids and liquid – polymer interfaces

Plasma-water interface reactions caused by positive corona and glow discharges

Characterisation and analysis of a corona-stabilised switch filled with environmentally-friendly gas mixtures