Optical and structural characterization of Fe₃O₄ aeromaterial
Awarded 3rd Prize for Best Poster at MacroYouth 2025. Characterization of high-porosity magnetite aeromaterials.
Professional Summary
Cătălin Creciunel is a graduate of the Technical University of Moldova,
specializing in microelectronics and nanotechnology. With over 5 years of
experience as a Research Scientist, he has developed innovative solutions
for semiconductor materials including ZnO, GaP, and InP through thermal
treatment and anodization techniques. His expertise spans embedded software
development in Python and C/C++, hardware design using CAD tools, and
nanotechnology research including semiconductor and composite nanofiber
production. Cătălin is dedicated to advancing technology through continuous
learning and innovative contributions to microelectronics and embedded
systems.
Education
MSc Microelectronics and Nanotechnologies
2023-09-01
2025-06-30
Technical University of Moldova
BSc Microelectronics and Nanotechnologies
2019-09-01
2023-06-30
Technical University of Moldova
Junior College Diploma - Automotive diagnostics and homologation
2015-09-01
2019-06-30
Center of Excellence in Transport, Chișinău
Interests
Electrospinning tehnique
Semiconductor materials
Embedded systems
Microelectronics
Nanotechnology
📚 My Research
I’m a research scientist in the NCMST team at Technical University of Moldova. I blog about semiconductors, experimental physics, and embedded systems.
I apply a range of qualitative and quantitative methods to comprehensively investigate the role of science and technology in the economy.
Please reach out to collaborate 😃
Featured Publications
Development of a Smart Platform for Managing Medical Inventory
This paper presents the development of a Smart Inventory Platform designed to automate and optimize inventory management in healthcare settings. The platform integrates a portable …
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Exploring Quantum Frontiers at BPU12 Congress
Participation at the 12th International Congress of the Balkan Physical Union: Quantum School, ELI-NP visit, and AI radiation sensors.
Upgrading GPIB Instruments with IoT: A Microcontroller Solution for Local Network Control of the Laboratory Devices
This paper presents a cost-effective and user-friendly alternative to traditional GPIB-to-USB converters for controlling laboratory instruments like the Keithley 2400 SourceMeter. …
PM-8 2024 — Remote Temperature Control System for ZnO Fabrication
Poster presentation at the PM-8 International Colloquium: ESP32 & FreeRTOS based thermal control for Zinc Oxide nanostructures.
Recent Publications
(2026).
Development of a portable SMD tester with UART-based data transmission.
Universitatea Tehnică a Moldovei.
(2026).
Reference radiation sensor module of the BIRDS-RPM satellite: design and functionality.
Universitatea Tehnică a Moldovei.
(2025).
Optical and structural characterization of Fe₃O₄ aeromaterial.
MacroYouth.
Recent & Upcoming Talks
Smart Inventory Platform with 1D/2D Scanner
Presentation of an IoT-based inventory management system published in Springer Proceedings.
Recent News
1HeaIth Biotech Startup Bootcamp — From Lab to Market
Three-week intensive program in Timișoara, Romania, dedicated to bridging science and entrepreneurship in biotechnology.
AI-Based Radiation Sensor Developed for UTM Satellite Mission
Contributing to UTM’s satellite mission with a custom AI-powered cosmic radiation sensor based on FPGA technology and nanosensors under the BIRDS-RPM project.
🏆 DevHealth & ESP32 Controller Win Multiple Awards at 'Sergiu Rădăuțan' 2023
Double success at the International Student Contest: 2nd Place for DevHealth Patient Monitor and multiple Special Prizes from AROBS, Mechatronics Innovation Center, and MobileSoft.
🚗 CROSSCOMP Webinars & Training – Automotive Engineering Trends
Participation in the CROSSCOMP webinar series on modern automotive engineering topics, organized by TUM, TUIASI and UASM.