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Andreea-Mihaela Mlesnita

- UNIVERSITATEA "ALEXANDRU IOAN CUZA" IASI

PhD student

Web of Science ResearcherID: HZI-8919-2023

Curriculum Vitae (28/12/2024)

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STEAM in motion: Nature, tehnology, and cultural heritage Call name: PNCDI IV, P 5.10 - Știință și societate - Știința în școli - SS-SC-2024
PN-IV-P10-SS-SC-2024-0052 2026 - 2026

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA "ALEXANDRU IOAN CUZA" IASI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA "ALEXANDRU IOAN CUZA" IASI (RO)

Affiliation:

Project website:

Abstract:

The project "STEAM in Motion: Nature, Technology, and Cultural Heritage" by the "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University of Iași aims to stimulate the interest of high school students in the North-East region of Romania in STEAM fields, with a special focus on food, bioeconomy, natural resources, biodiversity, and the environment. To integrate pre-university education with scientific research, the project targets activities within UAIC's research stations and faculties such as Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, and History/Archaeology.In our proposal, STEAM includes Archaeology, adding educational value without diminishing the importance of the arts. The main objectives are to develop students' experimental skills and strengthen the connections between pre-university education and academic research. Proposed activities include research workshops, lectures, visits to laboratories and research stations, training sessions for teachers, and a Science Game competition, supported by modern STEAM-specific platforms (FabLab), high schools/colleges, student associations, and other ONG(s).Participants will explore innovative solutions for biodiversity recovery, sustainable conservation, and ecosystem restoration, thus contributing to the promotion of a sustainable future. The project adopts an interdisciplinary methodology through interactive and applied activities that stimulate critical thinking and the development of students' transversal skills.

Innovative digital manufacturing solution of 3D printed molecular models for better education in bio-molecular sciences Call name: PNCDI IV, SP 5.7.1 - Proiect experimental demonstrativ
PN-IV-P7-7.1-PED-2024-0343 2025 - 2026

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA "ALEXANDRU IOAN CUZA" IASI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA "ALEXANDRU IOAN CUZA" IASI (RO); PROTECH R&D S.R.L. (RO)

Affiliation:

Project website: http://cercetare.bio.uaic.ro/grupuri/bioactive/content/grants/PED2024_mm.html

Abstract:

The quality of bio-molecular sciences education influences fundamentally many aspects of society and our everyday life. One key aspect of bio-molecular education is the structure-to-function relationship in molecules. While this is usually taught using 2D models and images, as well as 3D animations and movies, it has been shown that students prefer the usage of physical models of complex macromolecules. Touching and handling models offer them a more complete and immersive learning experience. Several solutions for creating and fabricating physical models of complex macromolecules from different materials have emerged, but none have the flexibility and low cost of 3D printing. The challenge here is converting the available and scientifically correct structural data into 3D printable files. This proposal is using a workflow developed by the PI and aims to create an automated web service for converting structural data from scientific databases such as RCSB PDB into 3D printable files and printing instructions. Unlike other services available, this tool will focus on printing molecular models on cheap consumer-grade printers and on providing clear printing instructions. The service will be released under the CC BY license as a supplementary measure to ensure the long-term impact of the project - improve the quality of education in all fields related to bio-molecular sciences by providing access for educators and students to scientifically sound and cheap teaching materials.

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List of research grants as project coordinator or partner team leader
Significant R&D projects for enterprises, as project manager
R&D activities in enterprises
Peer-review activity for international programs/projects