Vlad Stolojan

Dr. Vlad Stolojan is an Associate Professor (Reader) at the Advanced Technology Institute, University of Surrey, within the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering. He holds additional roles as Fire Safety Officer and Academic Tutor for all years of undergraduate Electronic and Electrical Engineering students. His research focuses on nanotechnology, with expertise spanning nanomaterials synthesis, characterization techniques (e.g., electron microscopy), and applications in energy storage, biomedical engineering, and advanced composites.

Dr. Stolojan’s work integrates cutting-edge methods such as electrospinning for creating functional nanofibers, catalytic growth of carbon nanotubes, and focused ion beam microscopy. Recent advancements include developing polar-nanofiber separators for lithium-sulfur batteries and biomimetic scaffolds for neural stem cell transplantation. He co-founded Radical Fibres Ltd (now Nanolayr UK), pioneering electrospinning R&D for industrial applications.

His teaching contributions include coordinating the Nanofabrication and Characterisation module and co-teaching Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. He emphasizes practical skills like microscopy image analysis, nanotube growth mechanisms, and journal writing. His research portfolio reflects interdisciplinary innovation, with over 100 publications in high-impact journals and multiple patents.

In 2021, his team secured a state-of-the-art microscope enabling atomic-level imaging, enhancing Surrey’s nanotechnology capabilities. His work bridges academia and industry, addressing challenges in sustainable materials, energy systems, and biomedical devices.