Ioan ŢENU

Prof. Ioan ŢENU serves as a Professor in the Department of Pedotechnics at the Faculty of Agriculture, Ion Ionescu de la Brad University of Life Sciences of Iasi, Romania. His distinguished career includes pivotal leadership roles: USAMV Vice Rector (2012-2016), Director of the Doctoral School (2008-2012), and Head of the Department of Mechanization of Agriculture (2005-2010).

His research expertise spans Agricultural Machinery, Food Industry Machinery, and Tribology with specialized applications in agricultural systems. He pioneers sustainable machinery solutions, focusing on efficiency optimization and environmental impact reduction through tribological innovations in farm equipment and food processing installations.

With 235 scientific publications—including 25 ISI-indexed journal papers—and 16 academic textbooks, his work demonstrates consistent influence in agricultural engineering. His 27 secured research grants reflect sustained funding for machinery system advancements, particularly in sustainable agriculture and food industry applications.

Prof. ŢENU actively contributes to academic governance as Vice President of SIMAR (Society of Agricultural Mechanical Engineers in Romania) since 2014 and holds membership in ASAS Bucharest (2018-present). His professional engagement extends to the European Society of Agricultural Engineers (2000-present) and specialized associations in milling and mechanics.

As Director of the Doctoral School (2008-2012), he shaped graduate education while managing 27 research contracts that advanced agricultural machinery innovation. His departmental leadership in Pedotechnics and Mechanization of Agriculture underscores his dual expertise in soil science and mechanical engineering applications.