Prof. Dr. Mihai OPROESCU | Electronics | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Mihai OPROESCU, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Romania

Mihai Oproescu is an esteemed Associate Professor at the National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, Pitesti University Center. With a Ph.D. in Electronics and Telecommunications 🎓, he specializes in electronics, telecommunications, power devices, and bioinformatics ⚡📡. His career spans academia and industry, including leadership roles such as Dean and General Administrative Director 🏛️. Passionate about research, he has contributed to multiple Horizon 2020 and national grants 🔬. Mihai also manages international conferences and scientific symposia 🌍. His expertise extends to renewable energy, smart grids, and nanostructured materials 🔋.

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Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mihai Oproescu is an outstanding researcher and academic leader, making him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His expertise in electronics, telecommunications, renewable energy, and nanostructured materials has led to groundbreaking research and technological advancements. His leadership roles, contributions to Horizon 2020 projects, and interdisciplinary research solidify his impact on the scientific community.

Education & Experience 🎓🔬

📌 Education:

Ph.D. in Electronics and Telecommunications 🎓
Master’s in Electrical and Electronic Engineering 🎓
Bachelor’s in Electronics and Telecommunications 🎓

📌 Academic Positions:

Associate Professor (2022–Present) – Politehnica Bucharest, Pitesti Center 👨‍🏫
General Administrative Director (2022–Present) – Politehnica Bucharest, Pitesti Center 🏛️
Dean, Faculty of Electronics, Communications, and Computers (2017–2020) – University of Pitești 🎓
Vice-Dean (2016–2017) – University of Pitești 🎓
Head of Works (2012–2016) – University of Pitești 🎓

📌 Industry & Management Roles:

Manager, S.C. ECAI Conference S.R.L. (2014–Present) 📊
Manager, S.C. Expert Info Teach S.R.L. (2005–Present) 💼
Technical Consultant, Engineering and Industrial Realization, France (2003) 🏭

Professional Development 🚀

Mihai Oproescu has been at the forefront of academic innovation and technological advancements 📡. His leadership as Dean and General Administrative Director has significantly shaped university policies and research directions 🏛️. His passion for renewable energy, smart grids, and nanomaterials has led to groundbreaking research in nanostructured magnesium oxide and solar cell efficiency 🌱🔬. Beyond academia, he actively organizes international conferences and collaborates on European projects 🌍. As a mentor and researcher, Mihai is dedicated to bridging the gap between academia and industry, ensuring technological evolution and societal impact 🔄💡.

Research Focus 🔍

Mihai Oproescu’s research spans multiple high-impact fields, focusing on electronics, telecommunications, and nanostructured materials ⚙️. His Horizon 2020 projects delve into smart grid efficiency, renewable energy integration, and bioinformatics applications ⚡🌱. He has also worked on advanced power electronics, medical electronics, and static converters 🏥. His studies on vibration monitoring for infrastructure protection and nanostructured oxide layers for solar energy contribute to sustainable and resilient technologies 🌞🏗️. Mihai’s expertise in fuel cell power flows, electromagnetic shielding, and hybrid propulsion systems makes him a key figure in next-generation electronic innovations ⚡🚀.

Awards & Honors 🏆

🏅 Director, Horizon 2020 Project (2022–2023) – Nanostructured Magnesium Oxide Powders
🏅 Technical Manager, Horizon 2020 Project (2021–2022) – Solar Cell Efficiency Enhancement
🏅 ERA-Net Smart Grids Plus Member (2018–2021) – Smart Grid Revenue Assurance
🏅 Director, UEFISCDI Grant (2016–2018) – Critical Infrastructure Protection
🏅 Key Contributor, CNCSIS Grant (2007) – Fuel Cell Power Flow Optimization
🏅 Researcher, CEEX-AMTRANS Project (2006–2008) – Hybrid Transport Propulsion Systems
🏅 Member, MATNANTECH Project (2006–2008) – Electromagnetic Shielding Solutions
🏅 Contributor, AMTRANS Project (2006–2008) – Renewable Energy Conversion

Publication Top Notes:

🚗 “Energy management of electric vehicle using a new strategy based on slap swarm optimization and differential flatness control” – (2024) 📖 2 citations
🌪️ “Self-filtering based on the fault ride-through technique using a robust model predictive control for wind turbine rotor current” – (2024) 📖 8 citations
⚡ “Application of fractional-order synergetic-proportional integral controller based on PSO algorithm to improve the output power of the wind turbine power system” – (2024) 📖 15 citations
🔬 “Tailoring the Synthesis Method of Metal Oxide Nanoparticles for Desired Properties” – (2024) 📖 2 citations
🔋 “Influence of Supplementary Oxide Layer on Solar Cell Performance” – (2024) 📖 2 citations

Prof. Hyojung Kim, Sejong University, South Korea

Hyojung Kim, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Semiconductor Systems Engineering at Sejong University, South Korea. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Seoul National University in February 2021, focusing on resistive switching memory devices utilizing 2D and quasi-2D halide perovskites. With a solid foundation in chemical engineering from Sungkyunkwan University, Dr. Kim has made significant contributions to the field, evidenced by numerous publications in high-impact journals and multiple patents related to resistive switching memory technologies. His research interests include the development of flexible memory devices and FET transistors based on halide perovskites. Dr. Kim has received several accolades, including the YANGSONG Researcher Award and recognition for his top-downloaded article in Physica Status Solidi. He has also presented his findings at various international conferences, showcasing his expertise in advanced memory devices.

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Summary of Suitability for Outstanding Scientist Award: Dr. Hyojung Kim

Overview
Dr. Hyojung Kim is an exemplary candidate for the Outstanding Scientist Award due to his remarkable contributions to the field of semiconductor systems engineering, particularly in the development of advanced memory devices utilizing 2D and quasi-2D halide perovskites. As an Assistant Professor at Sejong University, South Korea, he has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and excellence in research, establishing himself as a leader in his field.

🎓Education:

Hyojung Kim, Ph.D., obtained his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea, in February 2021. His doctoral thesis focused on “Resistive Switching Memory Devices based on 2D and Quasi-2D Halide Perovskites,” under the supervision of Ho Won Jang. Prior to this, he completed his Master’s in Chemical Engineering at Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, South Korea, in February 2013, with a thesis titled “The Study of Pt-free Counter Electrode for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell,” supervised by Jong Hyeok Park. Dr. Kim also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Sungkyunkwan University, which he received in August 2008.

🏢Work Experience:

Hyojung Kim, Ph.D., served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Davidson School of Chemical Engineering at Purdue University from 2022 to 2023. Prior to this role, he held another postdoctoral position in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Seoul National University from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, Dr. Kim gained valuable research experience as an Intern Researcher at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology from 2016 to 2017.

🏅Awards and Recognitions:

Dr. Hyojung Kim has received several prestigious awards, including the YANGSONG Researcher Award from the Korean Ceramic Society in 2021 and the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Award in 2020. His research has been recognized for its impact, evidenced by his article being selected as the Top Downloaded Article in Physica Status Solidi in 2022. Additionally, he has earned multiple Best Presentation Awards at various international conferences, highlighting his contributions to the field of materials science and engineering.

Publication Top Notes:

Resistive Random-Access Memories Using Quasi-2D Halide Perovskites for Wafer-Scale Reliable Switching Behaviors
2D and Quasi-2D Halide Perovskite-Based Resistive Switching Memory Systems
Two-Dimensional Perovskite Heterostructures for Single Crystal Semiconductor Devices