Viorica Vasilache

Dr. Viorica Vasilache serves as a Scientific Researcher II at the Interdisciplinary Department of Sciences, ARHEOINVEST Center of Alexandru Ioan Cuza University (UAIC), specializing in cultural heritage conservation through advanced scientific methodologies. With over 25 years of dedicated research, she directs analytical efforts at the Laboratory for Scientific Investigation and Conservation of Cultural Heritage, employing techniques such as SEM-EDX, micro-FTIR, and derivatography to authenticate artifacts and develop preservation protocols.

Her research spans cultural heritage conservation, archaeological materials analysis, and environmental science applications, with a recent focus on integrating artificial intelligence for forgery detection. Key projects include interdisciplinary studies of prehistoric pottery, authentication of artworks by Rembrandt and Magritte, and analysis of historical musical instruments, reflecting her commitment to bridging scientific rigor with cultural stewardship. Publication trends reveal growing emphasis on AI-driven authentication frameworks and sustainable conservation materials, particularly in textile dye extraction and salt-related environmental research.

Vasilache has mentored 25 doctoral students (23 Romanian, 2 international) and contributed to over 20 national research initiatives, including Romania's participation in EUROINVENT innovation exhibitions. As secretary of the International Journal of Conservation Science (ISI-indexed), she advances scholarly discourse in heritage conservation while leading component projects in salt-related environmental and therapeutic research. Her laboratory maintains cutting-edge capabilities in non-invasive analysis, supporting ongoing collaborations with international institutions for artifact authentication and preservation.