Assoc. Prof. Balázs Vass is an Associate Professor at University Babeș-Bolyai (Cluj-Napoca, Romania) and holds a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship for his QoSeRM project. Previously, he conducted postdoctoral research at Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) under Gábor Rétvári and visited institutions in Vienna, Jerusalem, and Bucharest. His research focuses on network resiliency, programmable packet scheduling, and discrete optimization in backbone networks. Education: BSc/MSc in Mathematics/Applied Mathematics (ELTE University), PhD in Future Internet Research at BME under János Tapolcai. Postdoctoral work included collaborations with Stefan Schmid (TU Berlin), David Hay (Hebrew University), and Costin Raiciu (UPB). Research priorities include disaster-aware network design, SRLG-disjoint path algorithms, and compiling packet programs for reconfigurable switches. Recent grants include a Romanian Young Teams grant (2025) and a Marie Curie fellowship (2024-2026). Teaching responsibilities at UBB include courses on algorithms, data structures, and communication networks. Supervises PhD students Zoltán Tasnádi and Nándor Bándi, with student advisees winning multiple awards at national informatics competitions. Key projects: SMR-A-DRT (disaster-resilient routing), QoSeRM (QoS optimization), and contributions to frameworks like eFRADIR for network resilience. Active in conference organizing (INFOCOM TPC since 2023) and journal reviewing (ToN, TNSM).
Dr. Cristina BESLEAGA STAN is a Scientific Researcher II at the National Institute of Materials Physics (NIMP) since 2019, where she has been working since 2012. She leads research at the Laboratory of Complex Heterostructures and Multifunctional Materials, focusing on micro-electronics, opto-electronics, and solar cells development with significant contributions to semiconductor physics and device fabrication. Dr. Besleaga Stan earned her PhD in Solid-State Physics from the University of Bucharest in 2013, following a Master's degree in Solid-State Physics (2010) and undergraduate studies in Physics with specialization in Medical Physics (2007), all from the University of Bucharest. Her educational background established the foundation for her expertise in materials science and semiconductor physics. Her research spans micro-electronics, transport phenomena in semiconductors, and halide perovskite materials. She possesses extensive expertise in physical vapor deposition processes, particularly magnetron sputtering for thin film synthesis, and comprehensive characterization techniques including structural (XRD, XRR), morphological (AFM), optical (UV-Vis-IR), and electrical (resistivity, Hall effect) analysis. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in energy harvesting and electronic devices. Dr. Besleaga Stan's publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact research across multiple domains including perovskite solar cells, thin film transistors, and self-cleaning surfaces. Her work shows a clear progression from fundamental semiconductor physics to applied device development, with recent publications emphasizing sustainable materials processing and advanced characterization techniques. Her scientific achievements have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards: "Ștefan Procopiu" prize from Romanian Academy (2018) Gold medal from EUROINVENT, Iași (2018) "Excellence" prize and gold medal from "Ștefan cel Mare" University (2018) Multiple "Excellence" prizes from ProInvent Exhibition Third prize "Young Researchers in Science and Engineering" (2019) Best poster presentation award at the "10th International Conference on Physics of Advanced Materials" (2014) Dr. Besleaga Stan has demonstrated exceptional leadership as principal investigator of multiple national research projects including PN-II-RU-TE-2014-4-1122, PN-III-P1-1.1-PD-2016-1546, PN-III-P1-1.1-TE-2019-0688, and PN-III-P2-2.1-PTE-2021-0150. She has secured substantial research funding and contributed to more than 16 national and international scientific projects, demonstrating strong grant-writing and project management capabilities. She leads a dynamic research team within the Laboratory of Complex Heterostructures and Multifunctional Materials at NIMP, collaborating extensively with international partners including University Nova de Lisboa (Portugal), University of Oslo (Norway), ARPES facility (Switzerland), and CVD/ALD AnnealSys company (France). Her laboratory specializes in clean room fabrication of electronic and optoelectronic devices and advanced materials characterization.
Anton Volodymyrovych Fasolyak is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Mathematics at National University "Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic". He actively participates in academic governance as a member of the university's Academic Council, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering's Academic Council, and the faculty's competition committee. He also maintains the Department of Mathematics webpage and serves on the university's labor collective conference. Dr. Fasolyak holds a Master's degree in Mathematics from Zaporizhia National University (2014), earned with honors, specializing in "Algebra and Number Theory". He defended his Candidate's thesis on "Dynamics of cylindrical shells in a three-dimensional elastic medium" in 2018. His primary research focus is on the Mechanics of Deformable Solids , with expertise in cylindrical shell dynamics in elastic media. His work bridges theoretical mathematics and practical engineering applications, developing specialized methods using bipolar coordinate systems to model complex structural behaviors. His research has significant implications for pipeline design, underground construction, and structural engineering, contributing to more accurate predictions of structural responses under various loading conditions. Analysis of his publication record reveals consistent progression from fundamental shell dynamics to increasingly sophisticated models of reinforced structures. His research demonstrates growing methodological complexity, expanded consideration of boundary conditions, and increasing interdisciplinary connections between mathematics, mechanics, and engineering applications. Key areas include cylindrical shell dynamics, reinforced structures, and specialized coordinate system applications. Dr. Fasolyak has received notable recognition for his academic contributions: Honorary Diploma (2021) from Department of Education and Science of Zaporizhzhia Regional State Administration for the 121st anniversary of NU "Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic" Diploma (2024) from Executive Committee of Zaporizhzhia City Council for the 124th anniversary of NU "Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic" As Head of the Department of Mathematics, Dr. Fasolyak oversees curriculum development and faculty mentoring while teaching Higher Mathematics courses. His department serves as a hub for mathematical research with engineering applications, particularly in structural mechanics and computational methods. He collaborates extensively with researchers Pozhuyev V.I. and Pozhuyev A.V. on advanced mechanics research, contributing to the university's scientific profile in applied mathematics and engineering.
Tibor BEDO is an Associate Professor at the University of Transilvania of Brașov , affiliated with the Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering and its Department of Materials Science . His contact information includes Building W, Room WIII5, Brașov, Romania, and phone/fax +40 268 411877. Research Interests: thermal analysis, special metal casting technology, computer aided design Key Focus Areas: additive manufacturing, 3D printing, metallurgical processing His recent publications explore solar sintering applications, material consumption reduction in ABS silver printing, innovative polymer architectures, metastable aluminum alloys for additive manufacturing, and medical implant translation methods. These works emphasize thermal behavior, structural optimization, and material efficiency. Dr. BEDO's collaborations span international institutions including Italian Academic University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Romanian Technical University of Brașov, and Hungarian research entities. His work integrates computational modeling with experimental validation in materials development.
Eliza Chircan is a Lecturer and Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Brașov. Her research focuses on finite element analysis, dynamics, and composite materials with applications in multibody systems and mechanical engineering challenges. Her work emphasizes computational mechanics and vibration analysis, with contributions to modal response determination, elastic element behavior, and Kane’s formalism in dynamic systems. Key publications appear in journals like Symmetry and Continuum Mechanics and Thermodynamics, addressing topics ranging from finite element discretization effects to inertial property modeling in complex systems. While no specific awards or grants are highlighted, her publications reflect active engagement in advancing analytical methods for mechanical systems. Advising relationships are not documented in the provided materials.
Prof. Maria Luminița SCUTARU is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Brasov, Romania. Her research focuses on systems dynamics, multibody systems, analytical mechanics, innovative materials, and nanotubes. She has published extensively in high-impact journals such as Mathematics , Nanomaterials , and Polymers , contributing to advancements in composite materials, computational mechanics, and food preservation techniques. Her work bridges theoretical mechanics with practical applications in materials science, particularly in the study of carbon fiber composites and quasi-Newtonian fluid dynamics. Recent studies include investigations into isochoric freezing for agricultural preservation and error estimators in Stokes problems. Prof. SCUTARU’s affiliations include the Department of Mechanical Engineering, where she contributes to both teaching and cutting-edge research initiatives.
Sorin Vlase is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Transilvania University of Brașov, Romania. His office is located in Building N, room NP1 at Politehnicii 1, Brașov. He can be contacted via email at svlase@unitbv.ro and by telephone at +40 268 474761. Professor Vlase's research focuses on several key areas in mechanical engineering and applied mechanics. His primary research interests include: Dynamics systems Multibody systems Analytical mechanics Composite Materials His extensive publication record demonstrates expertise in both theoretical mechanics and practical engineering applications. Professor Vlase has published numerous articles in high-impact journals including Springer publications, Polymers (FI=4.329), Mathematics (FI=2.258), and Symmetry-Basel (FI=2.713). His recent work spans fundamental mechanics topics such as statics and equilibrium principles alongside advanced applications in automotive safety systems, composite materials, and structural dynamics. The breadth of his research indicates strong analytical capabilities combined with practical engineering knowledge. Professor Vlase maintains an active research program with publications continuing through 2025, showing consistent scholarly output across multiple domains within mechanical engineering. His work bridges theoretical mechanics with real-world engineering challenges, particularly in material behavior analysis and structural safety applications.
Dr. Nan Alexandrina Emilia is a Senior Researcher (R4 - CS I) at the National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies (INCDTIM) in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. She leads research in the Department of Materials, Energy and Advanced Technologies, specifically within the Multifunctional Materials and Biologically Active Compounds group. With expertise spanning materials science, nanotechnology, and polymer chemistry, her work focuses on developing advanced functional materials for environmental and biomedical applications. Her educational background includes: MSc in Heterocyclic Chemistry (2001) from Babes-Bolyai University PhD in Chemistry (2005) from Babes-Bolyai University Dr. Nan's research explores the synthesis and characterization of polymeric nanostructures, metal oxide nanoparticles, and functionalized materials for applications in wastewater treatment, magnetic hyperthermia, and sustainable construction. Her work bridges fundamental chemistry with applied nanotechnology, emphasizing green synthesis methods and circular economy principles in materials development. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong emphasis on: Eco-friendly nanocomposites for environmental remediation Thermally conductive polymer systems Magnetic nanostructures for biomedical applications Waste-derived construction materials Advanced characterization of multifunctional materials Her research consistently integrates materials chemistry with sustainability goals. Dr. Nan actively leads and contributes to significant national research projects including: PN-III-P4-ID-PCE-2020-1595: Neoteric polymers with tunable thermal conductivity (Project Coordinator) PN-III-P1-1.2-PCCDI-2017-0769: Novel radiopharmaceuticals for oncology (Key Expert) PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-0948: Magnetic nanofluid sealing systems (Team Leader) PN-III-P2-2.1-PED-2021-1821: Industrial wastes in bituminous materials She directs research within the Multifunctional Materials and Biologically Active Compounds laboratory, focusing on developing nanostructured materials for environmental and biomedical applications through interdisciplinary collaboration.
Dana Petcu is a Professor at the Computer Science Department of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at West University of Timisoara. She serves as Director of both the Institute for Advanced Environmental Research and Institute e-Austria Timisoara. With expertise in distributed and parallel computing, she has published over two hundred papers on Cloud, Grid, Cluster, and HPC computing. She is also the chief editor of the open-access journal Scalable Computing: Practice and Experience (SCPE) and has coordinated multiple European Commission-funded projects. Education: Ms. Degree in Computer Science Ph.D. in Numerical Analysis Dana Petcu's research focuses on distributed and parallel computing systems. Her current interests include Cloud & Grid computing, and HPC & Cluster computing. Previously, she worked on Mathematical software, Numerical methods, and Computer graphics. Her work bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations, particularly in resource management, scheduling algorithms, and scalable computing architectures. She has developed significant expertise in applying these technologies to scientific computing, data-intensive applications, and multi-cloud environments. Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on cloud and distributed computing evolution. Over the past decade, her research has shifted from foundational grid computing to modern cloud technologies, edge computing, and exascale systems. Key themes include resource management across heterogeneous environments, autonomic systems, security SLAs, and multi-cloud portability. Her work shows increasing interdisciplinary connections, particularly with AI/ML techniques applied to resource optimization and anomaly detection in large-scale systems. Scientific Awards: Maria Sibylla Merian-Award (2005) IBM Faculty Award (2009) MLNR Award "Spiru Haret" (2015) Romanian Academy Award "Gheorghe Cartianu" (2015) Dana Petcu has advised numerous graduate students through various master's programs in Distributed and Parallel Computing. She has secured substantial research funding as coordinator of FP7 projects HOST and SPRERS, and as scientific coordinator of mOSAIC. Her grant portfolio includes multiple European Commission-funded initiatives focused on cloud computing infrastructure, resource management, and multi-cloud environments. She has also contributed to EU Research Activities in Cloud Computing as an editor, demonstrating her leadership in shaping European research agendas in this field. She leads the Computer Science Research Center (CCI) and High Performance Computing Service Center (HPC-UVT) at West University of Timisoara. Her teams develop and maintain significant infrastructure for distributed computing research, including simulation environments like CloudSim and iFogSim. She has established strong connections between academic research and practical applications through Institute e-Austria Timisoara, fostering technology transfer and innovation in cloud computing solutions.
Yuriy Mykolayovych Savonov serves as Associate Professor at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University within the Department of Integrated Welding Technologies and Modeling of Structures under the Faculty of Engineering Physics. With continuous academic service since 1979, he maintains active research and teaching roles including courses on Welding Equipment Schematics and Technological Methods for Increasing Machine Parts Service Life . His educational background includes higher education from V.Ya. Chubar State University of Mass Media (1979), Faculty of Mechanics and Metallurgy, with specialization in "Equipment and Technology of Welding Production" and qualification as Mechanical Engineer. He holds the Candidate of Technical Sciences degree (1989) with thesis on "Development and implementation of welding materials for pulp and paper production equipment made of two-phase steel 12X21N5T". Savonov's research centers on weldability challenges of corrosion-resistant austenitic and austenitic-ferritic steels, with significant contributions to electroslag remelting, corrosion resistance in alkaline environments, and restoration techniques for industrial equipment. His work bridges theoretical materials science with practical industrial applications across metallurgical, pulp/paper, and construction sectors. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong focus on titanium recycling processes, advanced welding technologies for duplex steels, and innovative surface engineering solutions. His research demonstrates consistent evolution from fundamental welding science toward sustainable material processing and equipment longevity enhancement. Professional activity includes regular participation in the university's "Week of Science" conferences through 2022, with collaborative projects spanning multiple Ukrainian technical institutions. His scholarly output exceeds 30 publications including 5 author's certificates and 1 educational manual, primarily published in Ukrainian metallurgical and engineering journals. Current research infrastructure involves laboratory work at university facilities (room 257-a, building 2) with English communication capability at dictionary level. His ORCID (0000-0003-1347-5366) and Scopus (6505863212) profiles document ongoing scholarly contributions.
Georgiana IONICĂ serves as a Senior Lecturer at the Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest (UTCB), where she is an active member of the teaching staff. Her institutional contact includes phone 0 21 242.12.08 and email georgiana.ionica@utcb.ro, with academic profiles maintained on Google Scholar, Research Gate, and Researcher ID. Her research aligns with UTCB's core engineering focus, emphasizing Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, and Structural Engineering. These fields reflect the university's specialization in infrastructure development, building materials, and architectural technology within Romania's academic landscape. Scientific Awards: No honors, fellowships, or medals were documented in the source material. Advising and Grants: No information was provided regarding graduate student supervision, research grants, or funded projects. Labs and Teams: No affiliations with specific laboratories, research groups, or collaborative teams were specified in the available documentation.
Dr. Adrian Claudiu POPA is a Scientific Researcher III at the National Institute of Materials Physics in Romania, specializing in biomaterials research at the Laboratory of Complex Heterostructures and Multifunctional Materials. His work focuses on developing advanced biomaterials for bone tissue engineering and medical implant applications. His research interests span multiple areas of biomaterials science, with particular emphasis on bioactive ceramics and glasses, piezoelectric materials for bone grafts, and antibacterial coatings. Dr. POPA has pioneered work in cation-substituted hydroxyapatite, therapeutic ion incorporation in bioglasses, and advanced thin film deposition techniques for medical applications. Analysis of his publication record reveals a strong focus on developing next-generation bone graft substitutes that combine piezoelectric properties with osteoconductive capabilities. His research demonstrates expertise in magnetron sputtering, robocasting, and other advanced fabrication techniques for creating complex biomaterial structures with precise control over composition and properties. Dr. POPA's collaborative work spans multiple international research groups, particularly with CICECO researchers in Portugal, demonstrating the global recognition of his contributions to biomaterials science. His publications consistently address critical challenges in implant technology, including antibacterial functionality, mechanical compatibility, and enhanced biological integration.
Catalina Gabriela MIHALCEA serves as an Assistant Researcher at the Laboratory of Atomic Structures and Defects in Advanced Materials (LASDAM) within the National Institute of Materials Physics. Her work focuses on advanced nanomaterials for gas sensing and photocatalytic applications, with particular expertise in metal oxide semiconductors including TiO 2 , SnO 2 , NiO, and WO 3 . Her research interests span gas sensing mechanisms (particularly for CO 2 , methane, acetone, and hydrogen), defect engineering in nanomaterials , and photocatalytic performance optimization . Key methodologies include hydrothermal synthesis, co-precipitation, and advanced characterization techniques such as EPR spectroscopy, TEM, and XRD. She investigates how morpho-structural properties, synthesis parameters, and environmental conditions (humidity, temperature) affect material performance. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on in-field condition testing using computer-controlled Gas Mixing Systems, with significant contributions to understanding charge carrier trapping in phase-transforming TiO 2 , electrode geometry effects in SnO 2 sensors, and humidity-resistant sensing platforms. Her work demonstrates consistent innovation in sensor design and fundamental material behavior under operational conditions. She actively collaborates with researchers across multiple institutions, evidenced by co-authorship on publications spanning materials synthesis, characterization, and application testing. Her technical contributions include developing synthesis protocols for black TiO 2 with enhanced visible-light photocatalysis and optimizing WO 3 sensors for low-concentration acetone detection in high-humidity environments.
Univ. Prof. Dr. Eng. Loretta-Giulia BATALI is a Professor at the Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest (UTCB) in the Department of Geotechnics and Foundations. She has served as Director of the Doctoral Studies Council at UTCB since 2017 and holds dual expertise as a project verifier (since 2004) and technical expert (since 2012) in geotechnical engineering. She graduated from UTCB's Faculty of Hydrotechnics in 1990, earned a Diploma of Advanced Studies in 1993, and obtained her PhD in Technical Sciences from INSA Lyon, France in 1997 with highest distinction. Her research focuses on: Environmental geotechnics including waste landfill design and geosynthetic applications Foundation engineering and soil-structure interaction Behavior of unsaturated soils and slope stability analysis Geotechnical solutions for natural hazard mitigation She has led 4 competitive research grants (2 international, 2 national) including FP7 SERIES Program projects on soil reinforcement and Eurocode 7 development. She participates in the Research Center for Geotechnical Engineering at UTCB and has developed technical regulations for geotechnical design standards.
Dr. Vasile Rednic is a Researcher at the National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies (INC DTIM) , affiliated with the Materials, Energy and Advanced Technologies (META) department and the Alternative Energies research team. He holds a PhD in Physics from Babeș-Bolyai University (Cluj-Napoca, Romania) and Osnabrück University (Germany), awarded in 2010. His expertise spans solid-state physics , renewable energy systems , fluid mechanics , and magnetic materials characterization . Key research focuses include: Development of multi-source energy cogeneration systems Structural/electronic characterization of catalysts for greenhouse gas reduction Experimental/computational fluid dynamics X-ray-based structural investigations of materials He has led/coordinated major projects including: "Multi-focal solar concentrator with Stirling engine" TOCSEM project (2008–2011) on catalyst technology for emissions reduction Studies on Al-Mn-Ni/Dy-Ni alloy systems (2007–2008) His work integrates materials engineering with environmental applications , emphasizing nanomaterials and sustainable technologies.
