Photocatalytic Properties of 2D Chalcogenide Nanomaterials

Aug 1, 2025 · 1 min read
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Upcoming • 2026

Presentation at MSCMP 2026

Scheduled to present results on 2D nanomaterial functionalization and liquid-phase exfoliation parameters at the International Conference on Materials Science and Condensed Matter Physics. Programme details on MSCMP 2026 Official Programme.

Conference Milestone

Participation at ISYDMA'10

Presented core findings regarding photocatalytic behavior and structural features of ultrasonic-exfoliated SnS/SnS₂ nanosheets.

Hardware Engineering

Automated Sonication System Development

Designed custom ultrasound setup with precise PWM timing and active thermal regulation to optimize acoustic shear stress while preserving nanosheet crystal structure.

Sonication setup and nanoparticles
Material Diagnostics

SnS & SnS₂ Chalcogenide Profiling

Investigated optical bandgap profiles (SnS: 1.1–1.3 eV, SnS₂: 2.1–2.4 eV) for targeted solar absorption and organic pollutant degradation under visible light.

August 2025 • Launch

Project Initiation (#25.80012.5007.38TC)

Kickoff of the Young Researchers Project at NCMST. Formulated foundational protocols for 2D chalcogenide liquid-phase exfoliation.

Management & Scientific Supervision:
  • Andrei Tiron – Project Manager
  • Vladimir Ciobanu – Scientific Expertise Lead
Engineering Team:
  • Tatiana Galatonova
  • Cătălin Creciunel
  • Alin Mamoico
2D Materials Nanotechnology Ultrasound Sonication Photocatalysis Materials Science SnS/SnS2
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.