Corneliu Iatu

Corneliu Iatu is a Professor of Geography and Economics at the Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iasi, Romania, holding this position since 2008. His academic career spans over three decades, including roles as Associate Professor (2004-2008), Lecturer (1998-2004), and Assistant Professor at both Alexandru Ioan Cuza University and Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava.

• Ph.D. in Human Geography (2000)
• B.Sc. in Geography-French Language and Literature (1986-1990)
• Baccalaureate in Mathematics-Physics (1979-1983)
• Specialized training in 'Relational Systems' (Lausanne, 1999) and 'Cities and sustainable development' (Switzerland, 2000)

His research focuses on interdisciplinary geography, particularly in tourism geography, demography, political geography (elections and democracy), spatial planning, and labor geography. He has directed 9 research grants totaling €900,000 and participated in 15 additional grants. His academic output includes 19 books/chapters (8 as coordinating editor) and 72 working papers.

Notable scientific awards include the prestigious 'Simion Mehedinti' Award from the Romanian Academy (2006), recognition at the International Scientific Book Fair in Iasi (2009), and the Best Science Book Award in Bucharest (2014). He has organized the Dimitrie Cantemir International Geographic Conference since 1996.

Corneliu Iatu has supervised 13 Ph.D. theses, including one co-tutelage with Bordeaux III University. His international academic engagement includes 30 conferences abroad across 10 countries and collaborations with institutions in France, Switzerland, Belgium, and Italy.