Andrei ALEXANDRU-DINU

Andrei ALEXANDRU-DINU serves as an Assistant Researcher at the National Institute of Materials Physics (NIMP) in Magurele, Romania, within the Laboratory of Magnetism and Superconductivity since 2018. Concurrently, he pursues his PhD in Condensed Matter and Materials Physics at the University of Bucharest, Faculty of Physics. His career bridges advanced materials research with cultural heritage studies through interdisciplinary methodologies.

His academic foundation includes:

• Bachelor's Degree in Physics Engineering from Politehnica University of Bucharest (2014-2018)
• Master's Degree in Engineering and Applications of Lasers and Accelerators from Politehnica University of Bucharest (2018-2020)

His research program focuses on magnetic materials characterization, specializing in iron oxides and rare-earth-containing intermetallics synthesized via Spark Plasma Sintering and Melt Spinning. He employs Mossbauer Spectroscopy and magnetic measurements to investigate nanoscale phenomena, with significant contributions to archaeometric analysis of Roman-era ceramics and glass artifacts. His work reveals how ancient material optimization techniques produced structures exhibiting properties analogous to modern "smart" materials.

Recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate consistent interdisciplinary innovation, merging materials engineering with historical archaeology. Key themes include rare-earth-free permanent magnet development through MnBi-FeSiB nanocomposites, comprehensive characterization of Roman brick durability mechanisms, and tunable magnetic properties in doped hematite systems. This output highlights his mastery of correlating microstructural features with functional properties across diverse material classes.

Within NIMP's Laboratory of Magnetism and Superconductivity, Alexandru-Dinu applies expertise in X-Ray Fluorescence, Magnetic Measurements, and intermetallic synthesis to advance fundamental understanding of magnetic materials while preserving cultural heritage through archaeometric investigation.