National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular TechnologiesRomania
Dr. Levente Máthé is a researcher at the National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies (INCDTIM) in Romania, specializing in quantum physics and low-dimensional systems. He earned his BSc (2014), MSc (2016), and PhD (2023) in Physics from Babes-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca. Education: BSc (2014), MSc (2016), PhD (2023) His research focuses on quantum transport phenomena, electron-phonon interactions, and topological systems in graphene-based quantum dots and Majorana bound states. His expertise encompasses quantum mechanics, statistical physics, and analytical methods in solid-state physics. Analysis of his recent publications reveals trends in quantum dot systems, topological materials, and graphene applications. Key areas include Circuit-QED for multi-loop qubits, Friedel oscillations, and phonon-assisted tunneling. Dr. Máthé has participated in research grants as a project coordinator or partner team leader and is affiliated with both INCDTIM and Babes-Bolyai University. His work bridges theoretical physics with experimental quantum device modeling.
Dr. Bogdana Borca serves as a Scientific Researcher I at the National Institute of Materials Physics (NIMP) in Romania, where she has conducted research since 2015 in the Laboratory of Magnetism and Superconductivity. Her work focuses on the fundamental properties of nanoscale systems with applications in next-generation electronic and spintronic devices. She earned her PhD in Physics in 2007 through a binational program between Joseph Fourier University in Grenoble, France and Babeș-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, with research conducted at the Institut Néel in France. Prior to joining NIMP, she held postdoctoral positions at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain (2007-2011) and Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart, Germany (2011-2015). Dr. Borca's research spans nanomagnetism, surface science, 2D materials, molecular electronics, and spintronics. Her expertise includes ultra-high-vacuum techniques, cryogenics, physical and chemical vapor deposition, scanning probe microscopy, and magnetometry. She specializes in characterizing and controlling electronic and magnetic properties at the nanoscale, with particular focus on nanostructures, heterostructures, thin films, and organic-inorganic interfaces. Her recent publications demonstrate significant contributions across multiple subfields, with strong emphasis on organic multiferroic junctions, image potential states of 2D materials, molecular recognition techniques, and electric-field-driven chemical reactions. These works reflect her interdisciplinary approach combining physics, chemistry, and materials science to address fundamental questions with practical applications in electronics, spintronics, and biocompatible devices. Dr. Borca leads the 'Memristive multiferroic junctions' project (2022-2024) and maintains active international collaborations through visiting positions at Technische Universität Braunschweig (Germany), University of Twente (Netherlands), Forschungszentrum Jülich (Germany), and Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research (Germany). Her research methodology integrates advanced experimental techniques with theoretical understanding, particularly using scanning tunneling microscopy for atomic-scale manipulation and characterization. This approach has yielded insights into molecular conductance switching, chiral molecular adsorption, and the electronic properties of novel materials systems.
Dr. Alina CRISAN is a Scientific Researcher II at the Laboratory of Magnetism and Superconductivity within the National Institute of Materials Physics (INFIM) in Romania. Her research spans the interdisciplinary fields of superconductivity, magnetism, and advanced materials science with a particular focus on vortex dynamics in superconductors and rare earth-free permanent magnets. Her research interests encompass superconductivity (particularly high-temperature superconductors, iron-based superconductors, and MgB 2 ), magnetism (with emphasis on rare earth-free permanent magnets and nanomagnetism), materials science (focusing on FePt-based alloys, MnGa systems, and MAX phases), and condensed matter physics. Dr. CRISAN's work investigates fundamental phenomena such as flux pinning, vortex dynamics, magnetic phase transitions, and the structural properties of advanced magnetic materials. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on both theoretical and experimental aspects of superconducting and magnetic materials. Her work demonstrates expertise in advanced characterization techniques including AC susceptibility measurements, X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, and SQUID magnetometry. A significant portion of her research addresses practical applications of superconductors in high-field environments and the development of alternative magnetic materials that don't rely on rare earth elements. Dr. CRISAN has been actively involved in numerous collaborative research projects, as evidenced by her extensive publication record in high-impact journals across physics and materials science. Her work contributes significantly to advancing our understanding of complex magnetic and superconducting phenomena while addressing practical challenges in materials development for technological applications.
Dr. Valeriu Moldoveanu is a Scientific Researcher I and Head of the Theoretical Physics and Computational Modeling Group at the National Institute of Materials Physics in Romania. His career spans theoretical physics research with significant contributions to quantum transport phenomena in nanostructures and hybrid quantum systems. His academic background includes graduate studies at the Faculty of Physics, University of Bucharest (1993-1998), a Master Degree in Condensed Matter Physics (1998-2000), and a PhD in Theoretical Physics completed in 2004 through a cotutelle program between Universite de la Mediteranee Aix-Marseille II and University of Bucharest. His doctoral research was supervised by Prof. Gheorghe Nenciu and Prof. Francois Bentosela. Moldoveanu's research focuses on quantum transport in nano-devices and hybrid quantum systems, particularly nano-electromechanical systems, cavity-embedded quantum dots, and color centers. His theoretical work combines configuration interaction methods, density functional theory, and generalized master equation formalisms to address complex many-body problems in mesoscopic physics. Recent publications demonstrate continued active research in cavity quantum electrodynamics with nanostructures, single-molecule magnets, and non-equilibrium transport phenomena. His scholarly achievements include the prestigious Radu Grigorovici Prize of the Romanian Academy awarded in 2010. He has led significant research projects such as 'Electron-vibron coupling effects in driven nano-electromechanical systems' (PCE-Idei, 2017-2019). Throughout his career, Moldoveanu has maintained strong international collaborations, conducting research at institutions including Technion Institute in Israel, Aalborg University in Denmark, Bilkent University in Turkey, and the Science Institute in Reykjavik, Iceland. He has also contributed to academic education through teaching positions at the University of Bucharest and Universite de Toulon et du Var in France.
Mugurel TOLEA is a Scientific Researcher II at the National Institute of Materials Physics (NIMP) in Bucharest, Romania, working within the Laboratory of Theoretical Physics and Computational Modeling. He has been employed at NIMP since 2001 and was promoted to his current position in 2017. His research focuses on theoretical and computational approaches to quantum physics phenomena, particularly in condensed matter systems. Dr. TOLEA earned his PhD in Theoretical Physics from the Faculty of Physics at the University of Bucharest in November 2010 with "summa cum laude" distinction. His doctoral thesis was titled "Spin dependent transport in mesoscopic systems." Prior to his current position, he held a research position at the Institute of Molecular Physics, Polish Academy of Science in Poznan, Poland during a 6-month Marie-Curie Fellowship from May to October 2005. His research interests span Quantum Physics, Computational Physics, Mesoscopic Physics, Strongly Correlated Electrons, Keldysh Formalism, Configuration Interaction, Condensed matter theory, and Modeling of Solid state Phase Transitions. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on quantum transport phenomena, phase transitions in materials, and computational modeling of physical systems. His recent publications show particular emphasis on shape memory alloys, graphene-based nanostructures, and quantum interference effects. Dr. TOLEA has served as a reviewer for prestigious journals including Physical Review Letters, Physical Review A/B, Physica E, and Physics Status Solidi. His research has been supported through participation in over 10 national projects, and he successfully led a Young Teams project (TE 90/05.10.2011) coordinating a team of 5 scientists for three years, resulting in 7 ISI publications in highly ranked journals. His current work involves the Laboratory of Theoretical Physics and Computational Modeling at NIMP, where he continues to investigate quantum transport phenomena and phase transitions in various material systems. His research bridges theoretical physics with practical applications in materials science and nanotechnology.
Dr. Gabriel Schinteie is a Scientific Researcher II at the National Institute of Materials Physics in Romania, working within the Laboratory of Magnetism and Superconductivity. His research focuses on magnetic materials, nanotechnology, and their biomedical applications, particularly in magnetic hyperthermia. He maintains an active research program with numerous publications spanning materials characterization, magnetic properties, and nanomaterials engineering. His research interests include magnetism and magnetic properties of nanomaterials, iron oxide nanoparticles, thin films and multilayer structures, Mössbauer spectroscopy characterization techniques, nanocomposites, and biomedical applications of magnetic materials. Recent work has focused on drug delivery systems using magnetic nanoparticles, magnetic hyperthermia applications, and the structural and magnetic properties of various nanoscale systems. His publication record shows a strong focus on understanding the relationship between structure and magnetic properties across various material systems. Recent articles demonstrate expertise in characterizing drug loading of iron oxide nanoparticles using combined magnetometry and Mössbauer spectroscopy, investigating exchange coupling mechanisms in nanocomposites, and developing methodologies for biomedical applications of magnetic nanoparticles. Dr. Schinteie is currently leading the project "Complex experimental and theoretical approaches in the evaluation of magnetic hyperthermia application" (2022-2024), which aligns with his publication focus on magnetic nanoparticles for biomedical applications.
Cristian Alexandru Tache is a Technological Development Engineer III at the National Institute of Materials Physics in Măgurele, Romania, working within the Surfaces and Interfaces Laboratory since 2020. He holds a Ph.D. in Nanotechnology from Universita degli Studi di Trieste (2017), an M.Sc. in Nano and Electromagnetic Microsystems (2013), and a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (2011), all from Politehnica University of Bucharest. His research focuses on Ultra-high Vacuum Technology , Surface Science , and Nanomaterials , with specific expertise in molecular beam epitaxy (MBE), photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and scanning tunneling microscopy (STM). His work primarily investigates ferroelectric materials, graphene synthesis, and surface interactions. Tache's publication record shows a strong trajectory in surface science and materials research, with recent work concentrating on carbon dioxide adsorption on ferroelectric materials (2024), spin asymmetry in oxide materials (2024), and graphene growth mechanisms. His research demonstrates consistent collaboration with the same core group of Romanian scientists, particularly within the National Institute of Materials Physics. With an h-index of 6 and 96 citations without self-citations across 10 published papers (according to his CV, though 11 are listed), Tache has established himself as an active contributor to surface science and nanotechnology research in Romania. He has participated in experimental developments of complex surface science facilities, device design for ultra-high vacuum environments, and various spectroscopy techniques. His work bridges fundamental surface science with potential applications in decarbonization technologies and nanoelectronics.
Dr. Andrei Galatanu is a Scientific Researcher I at the National Institute of Materials Physics (NIMP) in Romania, where he serves as coordinator of the Applications compartment since 2014. His career spans over three decades at NIMP, progressing from Research Assistant (1994-2001) to Senior Researcher 2nd grade (2004) and Senior Researcher 1st grade (2005-present), with an additional research period at Japan's Advanced Science Research Center (2001-2004). His educational background includes: PhD in Physics, Solid State Physics, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Physics (2000) Diplom Engineer (MSc in Physics), Solid State Physics, Technological University of Viena, Faculty of Physics (1994) Dr. Galatanu's research focuses on condensed matter physics and materials science, with expertise in transport phenomena, structural & morphology analysis, magnetic properties, calorimetry, Mössbauer spectroscopy, and thermo-mechanical characterization. His work emphasizes developing advanced characterization techniques and experimental setup automation for materials research. His recent publications reveal a strong concentration on nuclear fusion applications, particularly tungsten-based composites, high entropy alloys, and thermal barrier materials that must withstand extreme reactor conditions including high heat fluxes, neutron irradiation, and thermal cycling. As project director, he has secured approximately 4 million euros in research funding for projects related to innovative structural materials for fission and fusion applications, including the 'INNOVATIVE STRUCTURAL MATERIALS FOR FISSION AND FUSION' project. His laboratory work involves collaboration with international fusion research programs, particularly within the EUROfusion Consortium framework, where he contributes to developing materials for DEMO reactor components. Dr. Galatanu coordinates the Applications compartment of NIMP, which focuses on translating fundamental materials research into practical engineering solutions for nuclear energy applications. His team develops and characterizes advanced materials using techniques including mechanical alloying, spark plasma sintering, and field-assisted sintering technology (FAST), with particular emphasis on improving tungsten properties for plasma-facing components in fusion reactors.
Dr. Libal András is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science of Babes-Bolyai University , Romania. His research spans soft condensed matter physics , active matter systems , and artificial spin ice , with a focus on computational modeling and GPU/CPU optimization. He collaborates with institutions like Los Alamos National Laboratory and has contributed seminal work on colloidal spin ice. Alma Mater: Bathory Istvan High School (Cluj), Babes-Bolyai University (BSc), University of Notre Dame (PhD) Past affiliations: Argonne National Lab, Los Alamos National Lab, Johns Hopkins University, Universiteit Antwerpen Research interests include: Computer simulation of soft condensed matter and active matter systems Topological defects in spin ice and granular materials Development of Arduino-based microcontroller applications and IoT systems GPU-accelerated simulation methods Publications focus on vortex dynamics , jamming transitions , colloidal crystals , and active matter across physics, materials science, and computational epidemiology. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in available sources.
National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular TechnologiesRomania
Dr. Vasile Rednic is a Researcher at the National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies (INC DTIM) , affiliated with the Materials, Energy and Advanced Technologies (META) department and the Alternative Energies research team. He holds a PhD in Physics from Babeș-Bolyai University (Cluj-Napoca, Romania) and Osnabrück University (Germany), awarded in 2010. His expertise spans solid-state physics , renewable energy systems , fluid mechanics , and magnetic materials characterization . Key research focuses include: Development of multi-source energy cogeneration systems Structural/electronic characterization of catalysts for greenhouse gas reduction Experimental/computational fluid dynamics X-ray-based structural investigations of materials He has led/coordinated major projects including: "Multi-focal solar concentrator with Stirling engine" TOCSEM project (2008–2011) on catalyst technology for emissions reduction Studies on Al-Mn-Ni/Dy-Ni alloy systems (2007–2008) His work integrates materials engineering with environmental applications , emphasizing nanomaterials and sustainable technologies.
Ovidiu COJOCARU is a Scientific Researcher at the National Institute of Materials Physics in Romania, working within the Group of "Nanomaterials and Nanostructures based on SiGeSn" since December 2023. Previously, he served as a Research Assistant at the same institution from April 2018 to November 2023. He is affiliated with the Laboratory of Atomic Structures and Defects in Advanced Materials (LASDAM). His educational background includes: Doctoral School in Physics - Condensed Matter Physics (2019-2023) at the University of Bucharest Master's degree in Physics of Advanced Materials and Nanostructures (2017-2019) from the Faculty of Physics, University of Bucharest Dr. COJOCARU specializes in the electrical and photoelectrical properties of SiGeSn nanocrystals embedded in various oxides (TiO 2 , HfO 2 , ZrO 2 , SiO 2 ), with particular expertise in memory properties of floating gate memories and ferroelectric properties of orthorhombic HfO 2 /ZrO 2 based structures. His experimental work combines electrical and photoelectrical measurements with UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy , while his theoretical work involves ab initio computations for electronic structure properties. His publication record shows a consistent focus on short-wave infrared (SWIR) photodetection using group IV semiconductor nanomaterials, particularly SiGeSn systems. The research demonstrates how embedding matrix selection, composition engineering, and nanocrystallization processes can extend photosensitivity limits while maintaining CMOS compatibility. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in optoelectronics and memory devices. Dr. COJOCARU's research methodology combines experimental techniques like magnetron sputtering deposition, rapid thermal annealing, HRTEM, XRD, and Raman spectroscopy with computational approaches including density functional theory. His work contributes to the development of sustainable, As/Cd/Pb-free nanomaterials that offer cost-effective integration with existing semiconductor technology.
Dr. Anca ALDEA is a Scientific Researcher at the National Institute of Materials Physics (INFIM), where she works in the Laboratory of Functional Nanostructures. Her research spans multiple disciplines at the intersection of nanotechnology, electrochemistry, and condensed matter physics, with over 60 publications spanning nearly five decades of scientific contributions. Dr. ALDEA's research focuses on the development of advanced electrochemical biosensors using nanomaterials, particularly electrospun polymeric fibers. Her work encompasses electrochemical genosensors for detecting genetic markers of diseases like chronic myeloid leukemia, superoxide detection systems for monitoring cellular stress and oxidative damage, and theoretical investigations of topological materials for quantum transport applications. She has made significant contributions to understanding edge states in topological insulators, quantum Hall effects in various 2D materials including graphene and phosphorene, and the development of novel sensor platforms using gold-coated electrospun fibers. Her recent publication record shows a clear trend toward increasingly sophisticated biosensor development with clinical applications, while maintaining a strong theoretical foundation in condensed matter physics. The integration of nanomaterials with biological systems represents a central theme, with applications ranging from early disease detection to fundamental studies of quantum phenomena in low-dimensional systems. Dr. ALDEA leads the BIONMEM project (2022-2024) focused on 'Ionophore embedded membranes for ion sensing in biological fluids,' demonstrating her active role in securing research funding. While specific student mentorship isn't detailed in the available information, her extensive publication record with multiple co-authors suggests active collaboration and likely supervision of junior researchers. Working within the Laboratory of Functional Nanostructures at INFIM, Dr. ALDEA collaborates with a multidisciplinary team combining expertise in materials science, electrochemistry, and theoretical physics to develop next-generation sensing platforms and investigate fundamental quantum phenomena in nanostructured materials.
Valentin Valterovich Pogosov is a Professor at the Department of Physical Materials Science within the Engineering-Physics Faculty of National University Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic. With a career spanning over four decades since 1979, he has established himself as a leading researcher in nanotechnology and condensed matter physics. Dr. Pogosov earned his degree as an Electronics Engineer from Moscow Power Engineering Institute in 1977. He completed his Candidate's thesis on 'Electrophysical properties of small metal particles in low-temperature plasma' in 1987 at the Institute of High Temperatures of the USSR Academy of Sciences, and his Doctoral dissertation on 'Theoretical study of the energy properties of polyatomic complexes with a surface of significant curvature: clusters, vacancies' in 1997 at the Institute of High Temperatures of the Russian Academy of Sciences. His work was nostrified at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv in 1998. Professor Pogosov's research focuses on the frontier of nanoscale physics, with particular expertise in nanometrology, nanophysics, cluster physics, surface physics, and plasma physics. His work bridges fundamental theoretical physics with practical applications in nanotechnology. He has made significant contributions to understanding the behavior of positrons in solids and liquids, and the development of single-electronic devices. His research has evolved from studying fundamental properties of small metal particles to more complex systems involving nanoclusters, vacancies, and bimetallic structures. His recent publications demonstrate continued focus on optical properties of nanomaterials, energy characteristics of nanoclusters, and the behavior of charged systems at the nanoscale. The research shows strong interdisciplinary connections between physics, materials science, and nanotechnology, with applications spanning from fundamental quantum phenomena to potential device implementations. Professor Pogosov has been recognized with numerous awards: Honorary Diploma of the Ministry of Education of Ukraine (2000) Honorary Diploma of the Zaporizhzhia Regional State Administration (2005) Badge 'Excellence in Education of Ukraine' (2007) Badge 'Petro Mohyla' (2011) Badge 'For Impeccable Work' III degree (2013) Throughout his career, Professor Pogosov has secured significant international funding, including from the Russian Foundation for Basic Research, Soros Foundation, and NATO's 'Science for Peace' Programme. He has actively participated in the Academic Council of National University 'Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic' and the IIRE Academic Council FRET. His expertise has been shared through teaching courses in Physical Chemistry, Solid State Physics, Physics of Nanoclusters and Thin Films, Fundamentals of Surface Physics, and Modern Directions of Nanotechnology. Professor Pogosov maintains strong international collaborations and has presented his research at numerous international conferences focused on clusters, nanostructured materials, and thin film technologies. His work continues to advance our understanding of nanoscale phenomena and their applications.
National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular TechnologiesRomania
Cristian Leoștean is a researcher at the National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies, affiliated with the Department of Advanced Materials, Energy and Technologies. He holds a PhD in Physics from Babeș-Bolyai University (2011) and specializes in materials science with a focus on nanomaterials and nanocomposites. Research Interests: Condensed Matter Physics Magnetic Nanocomposites Material Characterization Techniques XPS (X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy) Magnetometry Applications Expertise: Advanced Materials Development International R&D Project Management Collaborative Research in Nanotechnologies Labs & Teams: Member of the 'Nanocomposite Materials with Adjustable Properties' research group
National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular TechnologiesRomania
Dr. Doru Cristian Sticleț is a distinguished Researcher at the National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies (INC DTIM) , specializing in Quantum Engineering . With a PhD in Theoretical Physics from Université Paris-Sud (2012) and an MSc from Utrecht University (2009), his work bridges fundamental research and applied quantum technologies. PhD: Theoretical Physics , Université Paris-Sud (2012) MSc: Theoretical Physics , Utrecht University (2009) His research spans Condensed Matter Physics , Superconductivity , Topological Materials , and Quantum Transport . Key areas include Majorana bound states in semiconductor-superconductor hybrids, Berry phases, quantum dynamics in non-Hermitian systems, and Josephson junctions. He leads projects on quantum computation with Schrödinger cat states and stability analysis of organic battery materials via DFT simulations. Recent collaborative projects focus on: Full-stack error-corrected quantum processors using cat codes (2020–2024) Thermodynamic stability of conjugated sulfonamides MOFs for Li-ion batteries (2021–2023) Entanglement in non-Hermitian Hamiltonians (2021–2023) Quantum transport in 2D transition metal dichalcogenides (2020–2022) Foundational work for Romania's participation in the European Quantum Technologies Flagship (2018–2021) His peer-review activities and project coordination roles highlight his contribution to advancing quantum research infrastructure in Europe.
