Professor, Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi, Romania
๐ Laura Bulgariu is a highly accomplished Romanian professor in the field of Environmental Engineering, currently teaching and conducting research at the Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi. With a distinguished academic career, she has become a leader in developing sustainable methods for the removal of heavy metals from water. Her innovative approaches in chemical and environmental protection make her a key figure in her field.
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Education
๐ Laura Bulgariu holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Technical University of Gheorghe Asachi, specializing in solvent extraction of toxic metals. She also earned her Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees from โAl. I. Cuzaโ University of Iasi, with a focus on molecular dynamics, thermodynamics, and chemistry-physics specialization. Additionally, she obtained a Habilitation degree in 2013, further solidifying her expertise in environmental protection.
Experience
๐ผ Prof. Bulgariu has over two decades of experience in academia, progressing from Teaching Assistant to full Professor at the Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi. She has been actively involved in teaching and research, contributing significantly to the fields of chemical engineering and environmental protection since 2000.
Research Focus
๐ฌ Laura Bulgariu is an expert in the remediation of water contaminated with heavy metals. Her research is dedicated to finding eco-friendly solutions through the use of biosorption and natural adsorbents. Her work has had a profound impact on developing sustainable environmental practices, with a focus on reducing pollution.
Awards and Honours
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Throughout her career, Prof. Bulgariu has earned numerous awards and recognitions for her groundbreaking work in environmental protection. Her contributions have been celebrated by academic institutions and environmental bodies, highlighting her as a leading researcher in her field.
Publication Top Notes
๐ Prof. Bulgariu’s most cited works include comprehensive reviews and studies on the use of biosorbents for water remediation. Her work on algae waste and leaf-based adsorbents has been highly influential in the scientific community.
The utilization of leaf-based adsorbents for dyes removal: A review โ Published in 2019, Journal of Molecular Liquids, cited by 473 articles.
Equilibrium and kinetics studies of heavy metal ions biosorption on green algae waste biomass โ Published in 2012, Bioresource Technology, cited by 387 articles.
Valorisation possibilities of exhausted biosorbents loaded with metal ions โ a review โ Published in 2018, Journal of Environmental Management, cited by 236 articles.
Potential use of alkaline treated algae waste biomass as sustainable biosorbent for clean recovery of cadmium (II) โ Published in 2016, Journal of Cleaner Production, cited by 169 articles.