Advanced Functional Materials & Aeromaterial Templates

Jul 1, 2024 · 1 min read
projects
December 2025 • Completed

Project Finalization & Results Delivery

Successfully concluded the 1.5-year research project funded by the National Agency for Research and Development (ANACED). Delivered validated protocols for high-porosity 3D aeromaterial templates and published findings in international congresses.

Conference Milestone

MacroYouth 2025 Presentation

Showcased advanced optical and structural characterization data of synthesized Fe₃O₄ aeromaterial structures in Iași, receiving the 3rd Prize for Best Poster Presentation.

MacroYouth 2025 Poster Award Presentation
International Dissemination

BPU12 Congress (Bucharest)

Presented research findings on quantum frontiers and fabrication protocols for novel iron oxide nanonetworks (Fe₃O₄ / Fe₂O₃) during the 12th International Conference of the Balkan Physical Union.

BPU12 Conference Presentation
Automation Milestone

GPIB Instrumentation Setup

Developed automated embedded control systems and GPIB interface software to replace manual laboratory steps, ensuring repeatable environmental control during electrochemical and thermal redox cycles.

Image of designed and fabricated PCB
July 2024 • Project Launch

Project Initiation (#24.80012.5007.12TC)

Official kickoff of the Young Researchers Project at the National Center for Materials Study and Testing (NCMST). Initiated phase stabilization studies for magnetite (Fe₃O₄), hematite (Fe₂O₃), and ultra-lightweight GaN porous templates.

Management & Expert Guidance:
  • Vladimir Ciobanu – Project Manager
  • Tudor Braniște – Scientific Expert
Engineering Team:
  • Cătălin Creciunel
  • Tatiana Maslova
  • Simon Busuioc
Material Science SEM Analysis Thermal Treatment Electrochemistry Aeromaterials Fe3O4/Fe2O3 GaN
Cătălin Creciunel
Authors
Cătălin Creciunel (he/him)
Research Scientist & Embedded Systems Engineer
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.