- 1991 MSc - "Politehnica" University of Bucharest, Polymer Chemistry Department
- 1999 PhD - "Politehnica" University of Bucharest, Polymer Chemistry Department
- 2000 postdoctoral fellow - University of New Hampshire, SUA
- 2001 postdoctoral fellow - University of Toronto, Canada
Present position: Team Leader, senior researcher I, ICECHIM, Polymer Department
Interest fields:
- Preparation and characterization of superhydrophobic materials
- Hybrids nanocomposites prepared by Layer-by-Layer deposition of polyelectrolytes
- Polymer nanoparticles and thin films for biomedical applications
- Polymer-magnetic nanoparticles hybrids for drug delivery and biosensors
- Emulsion and microemulsion polymerization of functionalized monomers
- Multifunctional polyelectrolytes
- Core-shell micro and nanoparticles
- Micro and nanoparticles with controlled properties
Member of professional organizations:
- Romanian Chemical Society
- Romanian Association of Polymer Science
Other:
- National evaluation expert H2020
- National evaluation expert INEA
- National evaluation expert PN III
- National evaluation expert SIPOCA27
- National evaluation expert CEEX
- National evaluation expert PNCDI
Coordination of international projects:
Project title
Function in project
Period
The development of existing infrastructure in INCDCP-ICECHIM to increase the research activity competitiveness, technological development and innovation in the field of agro-bio-economy - POS-CCE
Technical manager
2014 - 2015
Solutions to obtain automotive parts with icephobic and dirtphobic properties made of polypropylene and polycarbonate - POS-CCE
Scientific manager
2013 - 2015
High Aspect Ratio Carbon-based Nanocomposites - FP7
Principal investigator
2008 - 2012
Enhancement the Quality Participation at FP6 Projects in the Polymer Nanomaterials Field - FP6
Project manager
2005 - 2008
Polymers for Non-Linear Optic Materials - University of Toronto, Canada
Scientific manager
2001 - 2002
Polymers Used in Security Labeling - University of Toronto, Canada
Scientific manager
2001 - 2002
Microencapsulation for Non-Lethal Weapon - University of New Hampshire, SUA
Scientific manager
2000 - 2001
Coordination of national projects:
Project title
Function in project
Period
Advanced material based on push-pull extended π-conjugated azo-chromophores in functional matrices with enhanced NLO properties - PN III PED
Scientific manager
2020 - 2022
Nanostructured hybrid materials obtained by »eco-friendly» methods for the surfaces protection against damages caused by micro-organisms and pollutants - PCCDI
Component Project Director
2018 - 2021
High Aspect Ratio Carbon-Based Nanocomposites - PNCDI II
Project director
2008 - 2012
Medical Device for Articular Diseases Treatment Based on Nanomaterials and Magnetic Field Effects - PNCDI II
Scientific manager
2008 - 2011
Magnetic Properties and Controlled Selectivity Nano-composites - MATNANTECH
Project director
2004 - 2006
Optical Non-linearity in Materials Having Structures Below Wavelength - CERES
Scientific manager
2004 - 2006
Patents:
Nanostructured biomaterial based on magnetic nanoparticles and hydrogel and process for preparing the same, E.D. Teodor, V. Lazar, M. Mihalache, C. Petcu, RO 122017 B1/2008.
Knee orthosis with magnets, I. Antoniac, C. Petcu, R. Marinescu, D. Laptoiu, RO 128699 B1/2017.
Composition based on composite gels with clay and process for preparing the same, R. Ianchis, I.C. Gifu, C.M. Ninciuleanu, E. Alexandrescu, C. Petcu, C.L. Nistor, S. Nitu, RO 133753 B1/2023.
Patent applications:
Process for preparing antimicrobial coatings and protective coatings for protection against chemical pollutants, for preservation of cultural heritage objects, C.L. Nistor, C. Petcu, L.O. Cinteza, C.I. Mihaescu, S.G. Burlacu, C.M. Ninciuleanu, C. Scomoroscenco, R. Ianchis, A00166/2021.
Composition and process for the production of salecan hydrogels and their use for additive manufacturing, R. Ianchis, R.L. Alexa, M.M. Marin, I.C. Gifu, C.M. Ninciuleanu, E. Alexandrescu, C. Scomoroscenco, S.G. Burlacu, C.I. Mihaescu, C.L. Nistor, C. Petcu, H. Iovu, A00643/2021.
Process for preparation of an advanced product based on nanoparticles with synergistic effect on neuronal oxidative stress and beta-amyloid fibrillation for preventive treatment in Alzheimer's disease, C.L. Nistor, L.O. Cinteza, C.I. Mihaescu, S.G. Burlacu, C. Petcu, C.M. Ninciuleanu, C. Scomoroscenco, R. Ianchis, I.C. Gifu, A00126/2022.
Compositions and process for obtaining composite hydrogels based on natural polysaccharides and their application in the three-dimensional printing process, R. Ianchis, M.M. Marin, R.L. Alexa, I.C. Gifu, C.M. Ninciuleanu, E. Alexandrescu, C. Scomoroscenco, S.G. Burlacu, C.I. Mihaescu, C.L. Nistor, C. Petcu, H. Iovu, A00127/2022.
Anticorrosive coatings based on mesoporous silica containers loaded with 1-H Benzotriazole (BTA) / Dodecylamine (DDA) and respectively with 2-Mercaptobenzimidazole (MBT) / Dodecylamine (DDA) and their production process, C.L. Nistor, S.G. Burlacu, C.I. Mihaescu, C. Petcu, R. Ianchis, C.M. Ninciuleanu, E. Alexandrescu, C. Scomoroscenco, I.C. Gifu, A00150/2022.
Process for the preparation of a product with thermal energy storage properties based on a PEG6000-silica-carbon nanotubes composite material with stabilized shape, C.L. Nistor, C.I. Mihaescu, C. Petcu, R. Ianchis, I.C. Gifu, E. Alexandrescu, A00629/2022.
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