Dr. Alastair Hales

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alastair Hales is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Bristol, specializing in various aspects of battery technology and thermal management, particularly within automotive applications. His research focuses on the thermal performance of lithium-ion batteries, including the development of temperature-dependent equivalent circuit models for effective parameterization. Hales has contributed to the understanding of battery thermal management, including cell cooling coefficients and diagnostics related to the state-of-health of batteries as they enter their second life. He is involved in projects aimed at energy systems and predictive maintenance for e-powertrains, highlighting his commitment to advancing the field of electrical energy management and enhancing the efficiency of electric vehicles.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2018-04-01 — 2021-08-20

Imperial College London • London, United Kingdom

Conducted research on battery technology and management systems.

Research Associate

2017-03-31 — 2018-03-31

Queen Mary University of London • London, United Kingdom

Investigated various aspects of electrical engineering and energy management.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
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  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.