Welcome

The highly anticipated 6th edition of the International Conference of Dielectrics (ICD) is set to convene in Southampton, United Kingdom, from Sunday, June 21st to Thursday, June 25th, 2026. This prestigious conference, sponsored by the IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society, has evolved from the esteemed International Conference on Conduction and Breakdown in Solid Dielectrics (ICSD). It broadens its scope to include both liquid and gaseous dielectrics, reflecting the latest advancements in the field.

ICD serves as a premier interdisciplinary platform, bringing together researchers from industry, academia, and research centres to showcase and discuss their latest work. The conference encompasses cutting-edge studies on insulating materials, dielectric phenomena, and the performance and properties of electrical insulation under operational stresses. Addressing topics related to power devices and systems involving insulations and dielectrics, ICD is integral to advancing the energy sector and meets the growing demand for environmentally sustainable solutions.

Place and venue

The conference will take place in Southampton, a leading European city renowned for its maritime and cruise industry, rich history, and bustling port. Often referred to as the “Gateway to the World”, Southampton offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern vibrancy. Home to the prestigious University of Southampton, a global centre for research and innovation, the city also features the renowned Tony Davies High Voltage Laboratory (TDHVL), a premier facility dedicated to high voltage research, testing, and education. The TDHVL lab plays a crucial role in advancing electrical engineering and dielectric materials in the United Kingdom through its impactful research and development work. Easily accessible with numerous airline connections and a range of international destinations, Southampton is well-connected and welcoming.

The conference will convene in Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton Grand Harbour. Known for its character and ambience, Leonardo Royal Hotel is situated on the Southampton waterfront and very close to the port. It is one of the largest conference and events venues in Southampton city centre, with a dedicated team and 13 spaces to accommodate our needs.

Conference topics

The theme of 6th ICD will be “Next-gen sustainable dielectrics”, with a renewed focus on the increasing requirements brought by the electrification, decarbonisation and sustainability efforts globally. The core topics of the conference include:

  • Conduction, polarization, space charge and related phenomena
  • Ageing, degradation and failure, e.g. environmental stresses, corona, partial discharge, treeing and breakdown
  • Theories, methods and models, e.g. electrohydrodynamics, charge transport in solids, composites
  • Insulation systems for power electronic devices and systems
  • Transportation electrification
  • Diagnostics and experiments
  • Novel materials including but not limited to:
    – Composite insulation systems
    – Nanodielectrics
    – Electro-active polymers
    – Multifunctional materials
    – Eco-friendly dielectrics and recycling
    – Biodielectrics

Special issues centred around additional key topics will be also announced in due course. The conference will also feature tutorial sessions providing invaluable insights and hands-on experience across all areas of solid, liquid, and gas dielectrics. These sessions are designed to deepen understanding and foster innovation among attendees.

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