Marius Andruh

Marius Andruh is Full Professor of Chemistry at the University of Bucharest since 1996 and member of the Romanian Academy (elected 2001). His international roles include Visiting Professor at University of Angers (2003, 2004, 2009) and Associate Professor at University of Quebec, Canada.

Academic progression: Doctorate (University of Bucharest, 1988) → Assistant Professor (1988) → Lecturer (1990) → Associate Professor (1994) → Full Professor (1996).

Research focuses on three synergistic domains: Molecular Magnetism (pioneering trimetallic chains with mixed 3d-4f metals and polynuclear complexes exhibiting quantum spin phenomena), Metallo-supramolecular Chemistry (designing hierarchical architectures using metal-ligand coordination), and Crystalline Engineering (rational synthesis of luminescent coordination polymers). His work bridges fundamental inorganic chemistry with functional molecular materials.

Key recognitions:

• Doctor Honoris Causa, University of Angers (2018)
• Member, Romanian Academy (2001)
• President, Chemical Sciences Section, Romanian Academy (2009–present)

With 259 publications, 6,700+ citations (h-index 41), his research demonstrates exceptional impact. He maintains active supervision through co-tutelle arrangements and postdoctoral placements, evidenced by 17 joint publications with Moltech-Anjou Laboratory. His laboratory participated in the European Commission's MAGMANet project (FP6), confirming international leadership in molecular magnetism.

Ongoing collaborations with University of Angers include thesis co-supervision and joint research on magnetic molecular materials, sustained through repeated visiting professorships since 2003.