Doctorate at National Institute for Research & Development in Electrical Engineering ICPE, Romania
Summary:
Professional Profile:
Education & Qualification:
PhD in Carbon Composites
- Duration: 2003-2012
- Institution: “Politehnica” University of Bucharest, Faculty of Applied Chemistry and Material Science
- Thesis Title: “Carbon Composites”
- Level: EQF level 8
Master’s Diploma in Chemistry with Computer Application
- Duration: 2000-2001
- Institution: “Politehnica” University of Bucharest, Faculty of Applied Chemistry and Material Science
- Specialization: Computer application in chemical and biochemical engineering
- Level: EQF level 7
Diploma of Chemical Engineer with Specialization in Organic Chemical Technology
- Duration: 1995-2000
- Institution: “Politehnica” University of Bucharest, Faculty of Applied Chemistry and Material Science
- Specialization: Organic Chemical Technology
- Level: EQF level 6
This educational background highlights Cristina Antonela Banciu’s extensive training in applied chemistry and material science, with a focus on carbon composites, computer applications in chemical and biochemical engineering, and organic chemical technology.
Work Experience:
Cristina Antonela Banciu has a comprehensive work experience in the field of research and development, particularly in carbon materials. Here is an overview of her professional journey:
Technological Development Engineer I, Head of Carbon Materials Laboratory
- National Institute for Research & Development in Electrical Engineering ICPE – Advanced Research, Bucharest
- October 2021 – Present
Technological Development Engineer II
- National Institute for Research & Development in Electrical Engineering ICPE – Advanced Research, Bucharest
- 2015 – 2021
Senior Researcher III
- National Institute for Research & Development in Electrical Engineering ICPE – Advanced Research, Bucharest
- 2008 – 2015
Junior Researcher
- National Institute for Research & Development in Electrical Engineering ICPE – Advanced Research, Bucharest
- 2006 – 2008
Assistant Junior Researcher
- National Institute for Research & Development in Electrical Engineering ICPE – Advanced Research, Bucharest
- 2004 – 2006
Assistant Junior Researcher
- SC ICPE – Advanced Research SA, Bucharest
- 2002 – 2004
Diplomat Chemical Engineer
- SC ICPE – Advanced Research SA, Bucharest
- 2001 – 2002
Throughout her career, Cristina Antonela Banciu has demonstrated a strong commitment to research and development in the field of carbon materials, with a focus on advanced technologies and materials. Her roles reflect a progressive journey from Assistant Junior Researcher to Head of Carbon Materials Laboratory, showcasing her expertise and leadership in the domain.
Awards and Honors:
Cristina Antonela Banciu has been recognized and honored for her exceptional contributions to research and innovation, receiving prestigious awards and medals in acknowledgment of her groundbreaking work. Among her notable achievements are Gold Medals at PRO INVENT 2022 and EUROINVENT 2021 for patents related to multilayer electrospun membranes and graphene materials for supercapacitors. She also secured Silver Medals for inventions like the zinc oxide – three-dimensional graphene network hybrid composite material.
In 2020, Banciu was awarded the Gold Medal at PRO INVENT for her work on supercapacitors with electrodes based on graphene materials. Her dedication to advancing energy storage technologies was further highlighted with Gold Medals at EUROINVENT 2019 and PRO INVENT 2017 for inventions related to multilayer electrospun membranes and supercapacitors with gel electrolytes.
Her recognition extends internationally, with a Silver Medal at the International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva 2017 for the supercapacitor with gel electrolyte. Banciu’s innovative contributions also encompass composite materials for structural elements in space vehicles with shielding properties, earning her Gold Medals at PRO INVENT 2016 and the International Exhibition of Inventions Brussels EUREKA 2015.
Her work on the process for obtaining a carbon-carbon composite has received multiple accolades, including Gold Medals at PRO INVENT 2016 and the International Competition Brussels EUREKA 2015, as well as a Special Award at PRO INVENT 2016. Further recognition includes a Silver Medal at the International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva 2016 for porous carbon materials with carbon fibers.
Cristina Antonela Banciu’s awards showcase her exceptional talent, dedication, and impactful contributions to the development of novel materials and technologies, particularly in the areas of energy storage and structural materials.
Research Areas:
- Advanced Materials
- Supercapacitors
- Electrospun Membranes
- Graphene-Based Technologies
- Space Materials
- Patent Development
Cristina Antonela Banciu has contributed significantly to research in materials science, particularly in the synthesis and properties of various materials. Here are some of her notable publications:
Title: Nanofibres made from biocompatible and biodegradable polymers, with potential application as medical textiles
- Authors: LCD A. I. Subtirica, A. A-M. Chivu, C. A. Banciu
- Journal: INDUSTRIA TEXTILA
- Year: 2018
- Volume: 69 (1)
- Pages: 55-58
- Citations: 24
Title: 3D Graphene Foam by Chemical Vapor Deposition: Synthesis, Properties, and Energy-Related Applications
- Authors: CA Banciu, F Nastase, AI Istrate, LM Veca
- Journal: Molecules
- Year: 2022
- Volume: 27 (11)
- Pages: 3634
- Citations: 15
Title: Synthesis of macroporous ZnO-graphene hybrid monoliths with potential for functional electrodes
- Authors: LM Veca, F Nastase, C Banciu, M Popescu, C Romanitan, M Lungulescu, …
- Journal: Diamond and Related Materials
- Year: 2018
- Volume: 87
- Pages: 70-77
- Citations: 10
Title: 3D graphene network investigation by Raman spectroscopy
- Authors: C Banciu, M Lungulescu, A Bara, L Leonat, A Teisanu
- Journal: Optoelectron. Adv. Mater., Rapid Commun
- Year: 2017
- Volume: 11
- Pages: 368-372
- Citations: 9
Title: Influence of some carbon nanostructures on the mesophase pitch development-a structural study
- Authors: I Pasuk, C Banciu, AM Bondar, GA Rimbu, I Ion, I Stamatin, I Morjan, …
- Journal: Romanian Reports in Physics
- Year: 2004
- Volume: 56 (3)
- Pages: 320-327
- Citations: 7