G7: Emerging nanotechnologies
About us
Per aspera ad astra Generally speaking, the expression Emerging technologies covers new and potentially powerful technologies that can be considered critical to humanity’s future (for example, genetic manipulation, artificial intelligence, alternate energy and nanotechnology). Thus, even though nanotechnology is itself an emerging technology, when speaking of “Emerging nanotechnologies” we are focusing at new applications, such as environmental protection, cultural heritage protection or development of new construction materials, areas in which the members of the research team possesses recognized expertise, as proven by the published scientific papers, patents and research projects implemented. The research areas covered by the Emerging nanotechnologies group (documented by more than 130 publications in ISI journals, patents and research projects) can be summarized as follows: a. Synthesis, characterization and applications of new nanomaterials for environmental protection; b. Development of new nanomaterials with antimicrobial properties; c. Obtaining of construction materials (based on nanomaterials) with special properties; d. Synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials for applications related to cultural heritage protection; archaeometry studies. The Emerging Nanotechnologies Group aims to: – Promote the innovation regarding the use of nanomaterials in new, cutting-edge applications; – Implement research collaborations at local level (INCDCP-ICECHIM) and with national and international partners, in the areas for which the group possesses proven expertise; – Develop independent research projects, as presented in the Research projects chapter. The main direction change at group level is represented by the shift from chemical methods for obtaining metallic nanoparticles to “green chemistry” methods, respectively, the phytosynthesis of metallic nanoparticles for biomedical applications. Synthesis, characterization and applications of (natural) surfactants represents the new research area explored by our group. In the same time, our group explores the use of colloidal systems in applications related to the increase of the quality of life (such as industrial applications – detergents-cosmetics, metal processing, textiles, medicine, agriculture and environmental applications). Facebook and Twitter: @EmNanoICECHIM
Team
International projects
Transdisciplinary approach for development of technological solutions for target compounds recovery from agro side-streams
Biowaste valorisation is an attractive approach in the framework of the EU Waste Management policies and the development of a circular economy.
Danube WATER integrated management
The strategic project “Danube Water Integrated Management” was implemented in the period 2012-2015 and was financed under the Romania-Bulgaria Cross Border Cooperation Programme 2007-2013.
National projects
Evaluation of the exploatation potential potential of porous materials in the treatment of microbiotarelated diseasss
The scope of the current project proposal is to develop novel micro- and mesoporous materials using modern synthesis methods and to functionalize these materials as drug delivery systems.
Comprehensive approach to support precision agriculture and environmental management through satellite technologies and classic methods of investigation
The overall objective of the project is to develop and implement an alert system for precision agriculture and environmental management by identifying air pollution events and extreme weather events.
Green technology for pharmaceuticals removal from water using eco-friendly oxidation catalysts
This project proposes a new and innovative class of ozonation catalysts with a morphology that assures an easy contact of ozone and pollutants with solid surface (thin-films) and green and cheaper technology for catalyst preparation.
Treatment of water from sources contaminated with nitrates and chlorinated organic compounds using integrated catalytic reduction / oxidation and biofiltration processes
The aim of the project is the transfer and development of a technology for water depollution from sources contaminated with nitrates and chlorinated organic compounds (pesticides and their degradation products), efficient and economically feasible
Complex multidisciplinary project for monitoring, conservation, protection and promotion of the Romanian cultural heritage
The RO-CHER project proposes an innovative multidisciplinary methodology that integrates high-level scientific expertise for the safeguarding of cultural heritage.
Nanotechnology – innovative approach with the development of materials and techniques for safeguarding cultural heritage
The aim of the project is to provide practical solutions based on new antifungal recipes, to reduce the impact of biodegradation of objects and objectives belonging to cultural heritage.
Integrated management (conservation, restoration, protection) of cultural heritage objectives
The project aims to meet conservators / restorers demands as an aid measure, both by proposing useful measures / strategies in this field, and by the integrated use of techniques developed on the basis of exact sciences.
Promoting cultural heritage using current digital reconstruction technologies
Digital reconstruction presents known theoretical and practical aspects, being today a consecrated term in the field of conservation and restoration of cultural and historical heritage.
Increasing the institutional capacity of bioeconomic research for the innovative exploitation of the local vegetal resources, in order to obtain horticultural products with high added value
The project will provide the necessary support for the creation and development of a complementary research chain in the bio-economy, which aims to achieve a high level of international recognition.
Results
Irina Fierascu, Lia-Mara Ditu, Anca Nicoleta Sutan, Oana Alexandra Drăghiceanu, Radu Claudiu Fierascu, Sorin Marius Avramescu, Eduard-Marius Lungulescu, Nicoleta Nicula, Liliana Cristina Soare
Influence of gamma irradiation on the biological properties of Asplenium scolopendrium L. hydroalcoholic extracts
Radiation Physics and Chemistry, 2021, 181, 109175
10.1016/j.radphyschem.2020.109175
Nicoleta Anca Şuţan, Irina Fierăscu, Claudiu Şuţan, Liliana Cristina Soare, Angela Monica Neblea, Raluca Somoghi, Radu Claudiu Fierăscu
In vitro mitodepressive activity of phytofabricated silver oxide nanoparticles (Ag2O-NPs) by leaves extract of Helleborus odorus Waldst. & Kit. ex Willd
Materials Letters, 2021, 286, 129194
10.1016/j.matlet.2020.129194
Radu Claudiu Fierascu, Ioana Catalina Fierascu , Cristina Elena Dinu-Pirvu , Irina Fierascu, Alina Paunescu
The application of essential oils as a next-generation of pesticides: recent developments and future perspectives
Zeitschrift für Naturforschung C: A Journal of Biosciences, 75(7-8), 183-204
10.1515/znc-2019-0160
Elwira Sieniawska, Alina Ortan, Irina Fierascu, Radu Claudiu Fierascu
Procyanidins in Food
In: Handbook of Dietary Phytochemicals, Jianbo Xiao, Satyajit D. Sarker, Yoshinori Asakawa (Editors), Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2020, ISBN: 978-981-13-1745-3, DOI: 10.1007/978-981-13-1745-3_43-1
978-981-13-1745-3
R.C. Fierascu, R.I. Brazdis, I. Farcasanu, L. Ruta, L.M. Ditu, A.N. Sutan, C.A. Nicolae, V. Raditoiu, R. Somoghi, C.L. Soare
Decorated apatitic materials: synthesis, characterization and potential application
Priorities of chemistry for a sustainable development – PRIOCHEM 15th Edition, 30th October – 01st November 2019, Bucharest, Romania
Cristina Liliana Soare, Irina Fierăscu, Radu Claudiu Fierăscu, Camelia Ungureanu, Mirela Florina Călinescu, Mihaela Dobrescu, Anca Nicoleta Șuțan
Patent application – Ecological antifungal solution to controlling phytopathogenic strains affecting the apple crops and the method of obtaining it
A00159/2019
Radu Claudiu Fierăscu, Irina Fierăscu, Roxana Ioana Brazdiș, Anda Maria Baroi, Alina Orțan
Platinum Award at INTARG (International Invention and Innovation Show) Poland 2020 for the patent application Antimicrobial coating and with protective role for the natural stone surfaces with cultural value and method of obtaining it
Radu Claudiu Fierăscu, Irina Fierăscu, Roxana Ioana Brazdiș, Anda Maria Baroi, Alina Orțan
Best foreign invention at INTARG (International Invention and Innovation Show) Poland 2020 for the patent application Antimicrobial coating and with protective role for the natural stone surfaces with cultural value and method of obtaining it
Radu Claudiu Fierăscu, Irina Fierăscu, Roxana-Ioana Brazdiș, Anda Maria Baroi, Alexandru Știrban, Adriana Codruța Leahu, Alina Orțan
Diploma of bronze medal at EUROINVENT 2020 (European Exhibition of Creativity and Innovation), Iasi, Romania for the patent application Antimicrobial pulverisable for restoration/conservation of leather supports and method of obtaining it
Radu Claudiu Fierăscu, Irina Fierăscu, Valentin Radițoiu
Diploma of Gold Medal at EUROINVENT 2020 (European Exhibition of Creativity and Innovation), Iasi, Romania for the patent application Adsorbant with magnetic properties based on apatitic material for the treatment of impurified waters with organic and inorganic compounds and the method of obtaining it