Elena Rodica IONESCU LEBRUN

Elena Rodica IONESCU LEBRUN is an Associate Professor at the University of Technology of Troyes, France, affiliated with the Light, nanomaterials, nanotechnologies (L2n - CNRS-UMR 7076) laboratory. Her roles combine teaching and research in nanotechnology and biosensor development. She holds a dual PhD in Chemistry (University of Bucharest) and Biotechnology (Ben-Gurion University of the Negev) and earned her Habilitation to Direct Research (HDR) from the University of Technology of Compiègne.

Education:

• 2009: HDR in Research, University of Technology of Compiègne
• 2007: PhD in Chemistry (Biosensors in Medicine), University of Bucharest
• 2004: PhD in Biotechnology (Protease Nano-Lithography), Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
• 1997: Master in Applied Enzymology, University of Bucharest

Research Interests: Her work focuses on advanced biosensor technologies, biofunctionalization of nanomaterials, and environmental safety through bioluminescence/chemiluminescence applications. She develops plasmonic biosensors for biomedical and environmental diagnostics, emphasizing practical (bio)applications of nanomaterials.

Publications: Her recent work includes SERS platforms for biomedical use, rapid E. coli detection systems, dengue NS1 protein sensors, and bioluminescent-based atrazine detection. These studies highlight her expertise in integrating nanomaterials with analytical techniques for real-world challenges.

Teaching & Labs: She teaches courses in nanotechnology, physico-chemistry, and environmental science at UTT. Her laboratory (L2n) collaborates with CNRS and partners globally, including Singapore and Israel, reflecting interdisciplinary and international research engagement.