Mrs. Ianasi Catalin | Nanocomposites | Best Researcher Award
researcher R2 at Coriolan Dragulescu” Institute of Chemistry Timisoara, Romanian Academy, Romania.
Dr. Ing. Cătălin Ianăși 
is a distinguished scientific researcher at the Institute of Chemistry Timișoara of the Romanian Academy 
. With a PhD in Material Science 
, he specializes in multicomponent systems with unique optical and magnetic properties, utilizing ceramic techniques, sol-gel, and sonocatalyzed synthesis 
. His expertise extends to surface area analysis, aerogels, and environmental engineering 
. An accomplished scholar, Dr. Ianăși has 61 impact-factor publications 
, over 800 citations, and serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals 
. His research contributes to advanced materials, catalysis, and sustainable technologies 
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Education & Experience
Education:
Postdoctoral Degree (Sept 2023)
Structural materials with tunable functionality based on bismuth oxides- Doctoral Degree (June 2018)
Contribution to material science: organic-inorganic hybrids of silica type, silica-polymer with relevance to biological system 
Master’s Degree (Sept 2006 – July 2008)
Environmental Engineering – Safety Process Technology
The Polytechnic University of Timisoara, Romania- Diplome Engineer / Bachelor’s Degree (Sept 2001 – July 2006)
Waste Management, Processing, and Revaluation
The Polytechnic University of Timisoara, Romania
Experience:
- Scientific Researcher (CSIII) (Aug 2018 – Present)
Institute of Chemistry Timisoara, Romanian Academy
Research on multicomponent systems with special optical & magnetic properties, aerogels, surface area & porosity 
Scientific Researcher (CS) (June 2012 – Aug 2018)
Institute of Chemistry Timisoara, Romanian Academy
Research on sol-gel and sonocatalyzed synthesis, surface area & porosity- Assistant Researcher (ACS) (July 2007 – June 2012)
Institute of Chemistry Timisoara, Romanian Academy
Work on sol-gel processing, supercritical drying (CO2), thermal treatments, and sonication techniques
Professional Development
Dr. Ing. Cătălin Ianăși has continually expanded his expertise in materials science , specializing in multicomponent systems with optical and magnetic properties. His postdoctoral research focuses on bismuth oxide-based structural materials, while his Ph.D. contributed to organic-inorganic hybrid materials 
. He has participated in international collaborations , including neutron scattering studies and cross-border projects. As a reviewer 
for top scientific journals, he evaluates cutting-edge research. His hands-on skills include sol-gel synthesis, supercritical drying, and thermal analysis . Through continuous learning and innovation, he advances environmental and material sciences for sustainable applications
Research Focus
Dr. Ing. Cătălin Ianăși focuses his research on advanced materials science , specializing in multicomponent systems with optical and magnetic properties 
. His work includes aerogels, porous materials, and silica-based hybrids 
, developed through sol-gel synthesis, sonocatalysis, and supercritical drying . He explores bismuth oxide-based structural materials , contributing to environmental protection, energy storage, and biomedical applications 
. His expertise extends to surface area and porosity studies, nanostructured materials, and chemical process optimization . Through interdisciplinary research, he aims to develop innovative, sustainable, and high-performance materials for technological and industrial applications .
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- “Silica-Coated Magnetic Nanocomposites for Pb²⁺ Removal from Aqueous Solution” – Cited by: 62 | Year: 2020 | Applied Sciences
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- “Mesoporous Silica Obtained with Methyltriethoxysilane as Co-Precursor in Alkaline Medium” – Cited by: 49 | Year: 2017 | Applied Surface Science
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- “Ultrasonic Preparation of Mesoporous Silica Using Pyridinium Ionic Liquid” – Cited by: 40 | Year: 2016 | Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering
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- “Silica-Iron Oxide Nanocomposite Enhanced with Porogen Agent Used for Arsenic Removal” – Cited by: 37 | Year: 2022 | Materials
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- “Functionalized Silica Materials Synthesized via Co-Condensation and Post-Grafting Methods” – Cited by: 37 | Year: 2019 | Fullerenes, Nanotubes and Carbon Nanostructures
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- “Comparison of Structure and Adsorption Properties of Mesoporous Silica Functionalized with Aminopropyl Groups” – Cited by: 33 | Year: 2021 | Materials
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- “Lanthanum Separation from Aqueous Solutions Using Magnesium Silicate Functionalized with Tetrabutylammonium Dihydrogen Phosphate” – Cited by: 33 | Year: 2016 | Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data