Dr. Bogdan Stefan Vasile | Nanography Award | Excellence in Research

Dr. Bogdan Stefan Vasile, National University for Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, Romania

Dr. Bogdan Ștefan Vasile is an accomplished chemical engineer and researcher specializing in nanomaterials and oxide-based composite materials. With a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University Politehnica of Bucharest, his expertise lies in the development and analysis of advanced nanocomposites. As Coordinator of the Advanced Structural Laboratory and Technical Manager of the National Research Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, Dr. Vasile has contributed significantly to the field of material science. He is also a certified expert in accessing European structural and cohesion funds, as well as public procurement processes. Dr. Vasile’s interdisciplinary approach bridges academia and industry, with numerous training certifications and hands-on project management experience. His research outputs include advanced studies in electron microscopy and nanomaterials synthesis, with a focus on cutting-edge characterization techniques and applications.

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Summary of Suitability

Dr. Bogdan Ștefan Vasile is highly suitable for the Excellence in Research Award, given his distinguished academic background, cutting-edge research in nanomaterials, and significant contributions to both academia and industry.

🎓Education

Dr. Bogdan Ștefan Vasile holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University Politehnica of Bucharest (2006–2011), focusing on ZrO₂ and Al₂O₃-based nanopowders and nanocomposites 🧑‍🔬. He earned his Master’s degree (2006–2008) in Composite Materials and an Engineer Diploma (2001–2006) in Physical Chemistry of Solid State, Thermo-Technological Installations, and Ceramic Technology 🏗️. His foundational education includes a Baccalaureate Diploma in Chemistry-Biology from Dinicu Golescu College (1997–2001) 📚. Dr. Vasile also attended advanced training, including European workshops on Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM-UCA, 2017) 🔬 and EELS/EFTEM analysis (Graz University, 2017) 🎓, enhancing his expertise in nanomaterials characterization.

🏢Professional Experience

Dr. Vasile’s professional journey spans over 15 years, blending research, academia, and administrative roles 💼. He serves as Coordinator of the Advanced Structural Laboratory and Technical Manager at the National Research Centers for Micro and Nanomaterials and Food Safety 🧑‍🔬. His prior roles include Auxiliary Didactic positions at the University Politehnica from Bucharest (2008–2013) 🎓, Researcher at the National Institute for Labour and Social Protection (2008) 🏢, and Computer Operator for data analysis projects (2005–2006) 💻. Dr. Vasile has conducted extensive research in oxidic materials and nanocomposites while mentoring emerging scientists 👨‍🏫. His certifications as a Public Procurement Expert and Trainer complement his technical acumen, enabling efficient project management and funding acquisition 💰. His hands-on expertise encompasses research methodology, laboratory supervision, and innovative material development 🔬.

🏅Awards and Honors

Dr. Vasile has received several prestigious certifications and awards throughout his career 🏆. These include Expert Certification (2023) as an A.N.C.-certified expert in accessing European Structural and Cohesion Funds 🇪🇺, and Public Procurement Expertise (2021) as an accredited public procurement specialist 📜. He also earned a Training Certification (2019) as a certified Trainer (COR 242401), demonstrating his proficiency in designing and delivering customized training programs 🗣️. In 2017, Dr. Vasile attended the European Summer Workshop on Transmission Electron Microscopy (Cadiz University) 🧪 and the EELS/EFTEM School (Graz University) 🎓, where he gained specialized skills in advanced electron microscopy techniques 🔍. These honors reflect his commitment to advancing his expertise while maintaining a balance between scientific research and professional development 🏅.

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Vasile’s research is at the forefront of advanced nanomaterials, particularly ZrO₂ and Al₂O₃ nanopowders, composite materials, and oxidic nanostructures ⚗️. His work focuses on the application of electron microscopy, especially EELS and EFTEM techniques, for in-depth material characterization 🔬. Dr. Vasile’s research aims to optimize nanomaterials for applications in structural reinforcement 🏗️, food safety 🍽️, and environmental sustainability 🌍. By integrating nanoparticle modeling, simulation, and synthesis, he explores how these materials can enhance performance in various industrial and scientific domains 🛠️. In addition to core research, Dr. Vasile seeks interdisciplinary collaborations to implement his findings in energy solutions ⚡, healthcare innovations 🏥, and sustainable technologies 🌱. His multidisciplinary approach ensures that his work contributes not only to academic knowledge but also to real-world applications 🌟.

Publication Top Notes:

1.Fabrication and Advanced Imaging Characterization of Magnetic Aerogel-Based Thin Films for Water Decontamination

Citations: 1

2. New 3D Vortex Microfluidic System Tested for Magnetic Core-Shell Fe3O4-SA Nanoparticle Synthesis

Citations: 2

3. Silk fibroin-based scaffolds for wound healing applications with metal oxide nanoparticles

Citations: 6

4. Downscaling grain size toward the nanometre range – A key-factor for tuning the crystalline structure, phase transitions, dielectric and ferroelectric behaviour in Ba0·8Sr0·2TiO3 ceramics

Citations: 1

5. ZnxFe3-xO4–ZnO heterojunction interfaced with poly(L-DOPA) electron transfer mediator layer for enhanced visible light photocatalytic activity

Citations: 3

Prof. Priyabrata Pattanaik , Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom

Prof. Dr Priyabrata Pattanaik is a distinguished academic and researcher with over 19 years of experience in teaching and research. He currently serves as a Professor of Electronic and Communication Engineering and Additional Dean Research at Siksha O Anusandhan University, Odisha, India. Prof. Pattanaik is also a Visiting Research Fellow at Manchester Metropolitan University, collaborating with Professor William Holderbaum. With a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Siksha O Anusandhan University, he has made significant contributions to the fields of semiconductor biosensors, VLSI design, and MEMS. He holds 36 patents, including 10 granted, and has over 100 indexed research publications with substantial citations across Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. Prof. Pattanaik has supervised numerous Ph.D., PG, and UG theses and has been actively involved in various administrative and consultancy roles, including projects funded by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Govt. of India.

🎓 Educational Background:

Prof. Dr. Priyabrata Pattanaik completed his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University between 2009 and 2014. Prior to his doctoral studies, he earned his M.Tech in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering from Biju Patnaik University of Technology from 2003 to 2005. He began his higher education journey with a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering from North Orissa University, which he attended from 1998 to 2002.

🔬 Research & Innovations:

Prof. Dr. Priyabrata Pattanaik holds an impressive portfolio of 36 patents, with his specialties lying in IoT-based semiconductor biosensors, industrial sensors, and devices. He has authored over 100 indexed research publications, featured across renowned platforms such as Scopus, WoS, and Google Scholar. Currently, he is actively supervising 9 PhD theses, contributing significantly to the field of electrical and electronic engineering through both innovation and mentorship.

👔 Industrial Experience:

Prof. Dr. Priyabrata Pattanaik has previously served as a research associate, where he specialized in the design of DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM controllers. During this time, he utilized VERILOG for the digital design and Synopsys tools for physical implementation, showcasing his expertise in both theoretical and practical aspects of electronic design automation and memory architecture.