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Roxana Doina Trusca

- UNIVERSITATEA NAȚIONALĂ DE ȘTIINȚĂ ȘI TEHNOLOGIE POLITEHNICA BUCUREȘTI

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Studies using immunofluorescence regarding the effect of functionalized iron oxide nanoparticles on malignant rectal tumor cells Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-0006 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: SPITALUL CLINIC DE URGENTA

Project partners: SPITALUL CLINIC DE URGENTA (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA MATERIALELOR BUCURESTI RA (RO); NUCLEAR NDT RESEARCH & SERVICES S.R.L. (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.infim.ro/ro/projects/studiul-prin-imunofluorescenta-efectului-nanoparticulelor-de-oxid-de-fier-functionalizate

Abstract:

Nanotechnology is an emerging scientific field, showing an increased global interest. The use of nanotechnology, including nanoparticles, in the medical field (now called nanomedicine) experienced a significant progress and it is expected for this progress to allow early detection and treatment for many diseases (cancers, autoimmune or infectious diseases). Magnetic nanoparticles have been used as MRI contrast agents, for cancer treatment by hyperthermia, for the immobilization of enzymes, for protein cell separation and for controlled drug delivery. Another method for creating new features for these nanoparticles is to functionalize them in order to create multifunctional hybrid nanomaterials with new properties.

The objectives of this project are to develop and study new nano-sized biocompatible particles intended to be administered by intravenous injection, having the ability to transport therapeutic agents and / or for diagnosis. As a result, the created nanoparticles have to be biocompatible, biodegradable and bio-integrable. On the other hand, these nanoparticles must be stable at room temperature and they also must have in vivo behaviour that enables them to evade the body's immune defence allowing them to target specific cell populations. Therefore, the study of biological behaviour is very important in the process of elaboration of these nanoparticles. For a low cost, quick assessment of their potential as biological nano-carriers we will use in vivo fluorescence imaging.

RECONSTRUCTION OF THE LIGAMENTS USING ADVANCED STRUCTURED MATERIALS BASED ON LIGASINT NATURAL AND SYNTHETIC POLYMERS Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-0270 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIV.DE MEDICINA SI FARMACIE - CAROL DAVILA

Project partners: UNIV.DE MEDICINA SI FARMACIE - CAROL DAVILA (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU TEXTILE SI PIELARIE-I.N.C.D.T.P. BUCURESTI SUCURSALA BUCURESTI INSTITUTUL DE CERCETARE PIELARIE - INCALTAMINTE I.C.P.I. (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE PENTRU MECATRONICA SI TEHNICA MASURARII (RO); MEDICAL ORTOVIT S.R.L. (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.ligasint.ro

Abstract:

The crossed anterior ligament is a central support structure of the knee (is part of the “main pivot”), intracapsular, extra synovial, with a back and lateral trajectory, that lays between the anterior distal insertion, at the level of the tibia spines and the proximal insertion on the lateral femoral condyle, posterior at the level of the intercondylar fossa.

As any other ligament, the anterior crossed ligament stabilizes the knee joint.

It is already known that the lesion of the crossed ligament is one of the most frequent knee pathology especially for professional sportsmen, but also for the active average age population. The consequence of the lesion of the crossed ligament is the appearance of an anterior-posterior laxity, and its result is an unstable knee, predisposed to the appearance of associated lesions and a much faster degradation to a degenerative disease. That is why in case of complete anterior crossed ligament lesions, the chose therapeutic attitude is the surgical intervention and the reconstruction of the ligament, re-establishing the stability of the knee. The reconstruction can be performed using a biological graft (allograft or auto graft), or an artificial implant (substitution or strengthening – augmentation). Each graft is characterised by advantages and disadvantages related to the manner in which is taken, resistance, fixing, reliability, complications and sequelae. The future perspective is represented by biological material: natural or synthetic collagen matrixes and fibres close to the histologic structure of the ligament. The objective of the research project is included in this perspective by researching the possibility to obtain an inert collagen implant that can be colonized by different types of cells (osteocytes in the bone, fibroblasts in the articulation), allowing to obtain a “neo – ligament” that is as close as possible to the structure and mechanic properties of the native ligament. Despite the effort of the various famous research centres, until presently we did not obtain replacements for tendons and ligaments with properties similar to the natural ones. Moreover, until now, no functional model was created that, once implanted, lead to the complete recovery. In terms of material there are two main graft categories: natural and synthetic, both with obvious advantages and disadvantages. A third category of grafts is being substantiated, and that is the category of mixed replacements, category expected to maintain the advantages of the two categories and limit their disadvantages to the maximum. Starting with the fact that the ligaments and dense conjunctive tissues composed especially of collagen fibres orderly compacted and with the shortcomings mentioned we propose to decrease or even eliminate these secondary reactions by including the aligned collagen fibres type I (characteristic for ligaments) in the fibrilary structure of these grafts, in an amount that shall be experimentally determined. The project wants to create ligament replacements that combine the beneficial properties of the two established classes and specifically the positive properties of the natural and synthetic ligaments. The objective is to create an heterogeneous experimental model.

Innovative dental products with multiple applications Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-0891 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA "TITU MAIORESCU" (RO); SOCIETATEA ROMANA PENTRU STUDII INTERDISCIPLINARE CU APLICABILITATE IN MEDICINA (RO); REMED PRODIMPEX SRL (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.lavendo.ficai.eu

Abstract:

The "Innovative dental products with multiple applications - LavEndo" aims to achieve innovative dental products based on the composition of commercial available endodontic lavage products. The innovative aspect is reflected by the addition of some components that will induce new properties or enhance the action of these lavage solutions. Depending on market needs, two major experimental models will be developed during the project, namely dental products with increased activity (induced by the presence of appropriate enzymes, oxidizing agents or chelating agents) or antiseptic products (based on natural extracts, silver or zinc oxide nanoparticles).

The choice of enzymes will be made from hydrolases / proteases classes and will take into account the characteristics of the products (especially pH, oxidizing character, etc.). Because enzymes are inactivated very easy, we will choose the enzymes that have maximum activity in these conditions. To avoid the enzyme spoilage, will also consider the development of two-component products (one solution will contain the base of the endodontic product while, the other will contain the enzyme) that will be mixed together only at instrumentation.

Natural extracts are currently used in many medical applications (including dental ones), but their full potential is far from being achieved. This project seeks to identify natural antimicrobial extracts aimed to penetrate more easily into the dentinal canilicula and to provide advanced antibiofilm and antibacterial activity, even in areas where due to capillary phenomena aqueous solutions do not penetrate. Obviously, this phenomenon will only be possible if the channel treatment is appropriate.

Ag and ZnO nanoparticles have been identified for this application for two reasons: their antibacterial character and they are currently used in dental applications. In this stage of product development, the optimization of nanoparticles will be taken into account in order to obtain maximum antibacterial effect, namely size decreasing, and for the Ag nanoparticles, obtaining the triangular morphology. These two reasons will permit rapid approval of proposed products and a quick return of the investments made by SMEs (through direct marketing of products) and by government respectively (through taxes that are paid by employers and employees involved in production and marketing of these products).

The choice of components will be scientifically made, based on complex data obtained from experts in the field of chemistry and chemical engineering, materials science and dentistry. Once optimal compositions for endodontic lavage products is identified, research will also be done to explore other applications, thereby increasing recovery rate of investment and profit growth rate of SME which will produce and sell these products.

The project as a whole, has a real chance of success due to the multidisciplinary team involved (over 50 persons with higher education: researchers trained with internationally recognized scientific activity or exceptional young researchers, PhD students or prospective PhD students, full of enthusiasm and wish of affirmation) and adequate research infrastructure to develop these products (research equipment exceed 3 million euro). It worth mentioned that key persons from the research teams of P1-P3 partners have masters or doctoral studies made at CO-PUB, which will greatly facilitate collaboration between research teams, these being not at first collaboration between them. The project will also help human resource training and retaining young researchers in Romania, helping to stop the brain drain affecting our society.

According to the information package, the consortium aims to achieve not only the endodontic products but also to start the procedures necessary to protect intellectual property, to obtain certifications and even marketing some of endodontic products.

New ocular implant with high biocompatibility and proliferation rate Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-0584 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIV.DE MEDICINA SI FARMACIE - CAROL DAVILA

Project partners: UNIV.DE MEDICINA SI FARMACIE - CAROL DAVILA (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU METALE NEFEROASE SI RARE - IMNR (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL DE BIOLOGIE SI PATOLOGIE CELULARA ,,NICOLAE SIMIONESCU'' (RO); SITEX 45 SRL (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://umfcd.ro/program-pnii-nou-implant-ocular-cu-biocompatibilitate-si-viteza-de-proliferare-ridicate-orbimplant/

Abstract:

A patient facing the reality of a permanet loss of an eye requires physician’s support, psychological rehabilitation and social reintegration in order to aquire a normal quality of life. When an eye is removed, more frequently after trauma or infections but also as a consequence of congenital diseases or cancers, an orbital implant is used to fill the volume in the orbit (bony cavity surrounding the eye) that was occupied by the eye, so that to maintain the natural aspect of the orbit and provide support for the artificial eye (ocular prosthesis). Although the first artificial eye has been introduced 100 years ago, the perfect material for “the best artificial eye” is yet to be provided. Implant design has progressed significantly in recent years with the use of porous devices, with the theoretical advantages of reduced complications and improved cosmetics. But this progress came after a long period in which the healing occurred with less satifactory results, a lot of complications and prolonged period of hospitalisation. Even today, the patient reintegration in society takes long,,many of them still need to wait for implant vascularisation, and later on endure some other new surgical procedures for second stage drilling.

General objective of the project is to provide new solutions for an ocular prosthesis and to implement new interventional strategies at national level aligned to European operation space.

So, facing many challenges for the perfect implant, our concern regarding acquiring of rapid benefits for patients became our main goal of the project ORBIMPLANT: to design and develop a conceptually new type of ocular implant using nanotechnology approach that will provide a scaffold for the replacement of ocular content in the sclera sac with a higher rate of vascular proliferation, thus shortening the waiting time for final prosthesis and preserving the integrity of the eye lid.

The development of the conceptually new type of ocular implant is based on 4 pillars, namely: 1. Hydrothermal synthesis of Hap and biocompatible polyurethane hybrid nanostructures compositionally homogeneous and stable in biological medium without decomposing or releasing toxic secondary products in the surrounding tissue; 2) Manufacture of 3D customized experimental models of the new ocular implant using CAD/CAM approaches (additive manufacturing techniques); 3) In vitro asessement of the impact of the nanostructured hybrid materials on different cell types; 4) Functionality demonstration of the experimental model of the new ocular implant by in vivo tests on small animals.

In the consortium there is a strong infrastructure and competence on nanostructured materials and nanomedicine field that could be better exploited by sharing experience and a common use of existing facilities. The feed-back and collaboration between experts in materials science, physics, computer design, rapid prototyping manufacturing technologies, biochemistry, and medicine will provide permanent inputs allowing the jointly development of the experimental model of the new ocular eye implant.

Innovative additive manufacturing technologies will be applied for the first time at national level to manufacture an ocular implant and novel ophthalmologic surgical strategies will be develop.

On long term the ORBIMPLANT project will have a beneficial effect on the national research strategy development, implementing the results into production, these being clear demands of today’s market.

The advantage of this implant is to provide an alternative solution for eyelid reconstruction which can be used to give excellent functional and cosmetic results to the patient, with high impact on developing the public welfare. From medical point of view a higher vascularisation rate means a higher healing rate with smaller time for recovery and lower medical costs, less pain, better psychosocial impact and better quality of life for the already suffering patients.

Bioceramic composites with local applications in antibacterial therapy Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-0005 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA MATERIALELOR BUCURESTI RA

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA MATERIALELOR BUCURESTI RA (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); SPITALUL CLINIC DE URGENTA (RO); UNIVERSITATEA BUCURESTI (RO); BIOSINTEX SRL (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.infim.ro/ro/projects/compozite-bioceramice-cu-aplicatii-locale-terapia-antibacteriana

Abstract:

In recent years, much attention has been paid to the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials because of their interesting properties, which mainly come from the high surface/volume ratio. Hydroxyapatite incorporated with antimicrobial agents is able to prevent or cure infections by releasing directly the antimicrobial agents to local regions. HAp incorporated with Ag/Ag+, Cu2+/Zn2+, ampicillin and doxycycline have been studied to evaluate their antibacterial effect. Among those, Ag incorporation has gained more attention due to its broad-spectrum antibacterial properties. On the other hand in the latest years, the development and the use of antimicrobian agents in treating acute or chronic cutaneous lesions reached a development from the stage of clinical research to the appearance of some commercial products series.

Our project is based on a multidisciplinary approach involving physics, chemistry, microbiology, human toxicology and medicine. The project objectives are to highlight the major contributions that could be made by nanoengineered particles of hydroxyapatites for biomedical applications such inhibition and prevention of bacterial infections. The project will test methods to synthesis silver doped hydroxyapatite and collagen/silver doped hydroxyapatite able to inhibit the bacterial activity of different species of bacteria in the laboratory that will be implemented in real infected sites.

The decisive aim of this project is to develop specific nanoparticles/composites to prevent and remediate bacterial infections, without using antibiotics. For this reason, the new biomaterial based on nanoparticles of hydroxyapatite doped with silver and collagen/silver doped hydroxyapatites composites,will have antimicrobial properties due to their characteristics, but there is no risk to develop bacterial resistance.

Improved production methods to minimize metallic nanoparticles’ toxicity – less classic, more green Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-1780 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE- DEZVOLTARE PENTRU MICROTEHNOLOGIE - IMT BUCURESTI INCD

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE- DEZVOLTARE PENTRU MICROTEHNOLOGIE - IMT BUCURESTI INCD (RO); AGHORAS INVENT SRL (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA SI INGINERIE NUCLEARA " HORIA HULUBEI " - IFIN - HH (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.imt.ro/lesmorenano/

Abstract:

The demand for engineered nanoparticles (ENPs) comes from the great promise for major advances in different areas of applications, practically all fields of knowledge being in some way or another related with nanomaterials. Among the different kinds of ENPs, the special properties of metallic NPs (MeNPs) make them attractive for most of the domains, from opto-electronic industry to biomedicine. As a result of these applications, MeNPs exposure to the environment and humans is becoming increasingly widespread.

The present proposal lies in this very context of the nanotoxicology, and it has taken shape as a result of numerous discussions initiated by researchers from a small enterprise which develop and put on the market novel cosmetic products based on different types of nanoparticles – Aghoras Invent SRL – and consequently has a direct interest in analyzing their potential adverse effects.

The aim of this project is to provide a better understanding of MeNPs safety and a basis for health and risk assessment. Consequently, an intensive work on hazard characterization and impact assessment of selected nanoparticles and economically relevant products is proposed. In this context, the end-of-project results will be: (i) as technological development, from experimental point of view, different sizes/shapes of Au, Ag and PtNPs, relevant for skin care products’ development, will be obtained using both, conventional chemical reduction and eco-friendly methods. Stable and homogenous metallic nanoparticle colloidal dispersions with specific size ranges are aimed, using eco-friendly processes and the chemical reduction routes; appropriated surface functionalization will be also realized, since it provides stability, solubility and retention of optical properties in various media; (ii) as a nanoparticle properties’ study, advanced equipments for analytical characterization will be used and also, the up to date nanotoxicology specific in vitro tests will be used to accomplish the final proposed objective of this project, giving a strong support for a correct decision. Furthermore, this project aims to extend the use of existing ‚state of the art’ methods.

In summary, this project addresses: ¤ increased concern of national and international regulatory organizations; ¤ reticence of companies and manufacturers of developing NP based products and technologies in absence of clear safety standards; ¤ nanotoxicology emerging research field; ¤ assessing NP toxicology an extreme complex research effort due to a large multitude of NP variables; ¤ imperative necessity to find effective countermeasures to the potential hazards represented by NPs; ¤ green synthesis as a route for diminishing / elimination of NP adverse effects on health and environment.

It will provide our contribution to the common efforts of research community offering answers about the potential toxicological effects of three classes on MeNPs and also proposing fabrication alternative, to minimize the negative consequences as greener pathways to nanoproducts.

ADVANCED METALLIC MATERIALS FOR 4R NEW GENERATION NUCLEAR POWER PLANT Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-0220 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); OPTOELECTRONICA - 2001 S.A. (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA SI INGINERIE NUCLEARA " HORIA HULUBEI " - IFIN - HH (RO); UPS PILOT ARM S.R.L. (RO); METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.nuclearmat2014.webnode.ro

Abstract:

The scientific research project ADVANCED METALLIC MATERIALS FOR 4R NEW GENERATION NUCLEAR POWER PLANT – NUCLEARMAT is proposed by a complementary and interdisciplinary scientific consortium consisting in specialists from UNIVERSITY POLITEHNICA of BUCHAREST, S.C. OPTOLELECTRONICA 2001 SRL, IFIN – HH, SC UPS PILOT ARM SRL and SC METAV – CD Bucharest. The project proposes the obtainment of a wide range of FeCrAl class alloys with corrosion and erosion resistance in oxidizing liquid metal environment, at high-temperature and high field penetrating and ionizing gamma radiation. These metallic materials have to be suitable for use in 4R generation nuclear reactors cooled with liquid metals (lead, or mixtures of liquid metal, lead-bismuth). Metallic alloys for 4R generation nuclear power plants must meet the following basic requirements: to be resistant to oxidation at high temperatures; to provide corrosion resistance and erosion in liquid metal environments; to be able to form a self-generated continuous protective oxide layer, with high adhesion, on alloy surface.

Research consortium proposes a wide class of FeCrAl alloys micro-alloyed with yttrium and/or zirconium and/or titanium, which will be obtained in a vacuum arc remelting (VAR) installation or in a vacuum induction furnace (VIF). The chemical composition of alloys will be:

Al = 4-10%, Cr = 12-18%, (Y, Zr, Ti) = 1-3% and Fe - balance. To homogenize and refine the oxide layer formed on the surface of metal alloys shall be designed and applied laser surface treatments. To test these FeCrAl alloys will be designed and produced an original experimental stand (experimental model), allowing temperature variation between 400 ... 600 OC. The obtained samples will be immersed in liquid metal environments and intense gamma radiation field (high energy gamma rays (mean energy 1.125 MeV) radiated by Co-60 sealed radioactive sources) at CNCAN authorized laboratories for work with radioactive sources. FeCrAl alloys samples will be irradiated under high temperature both immersed in liquid metal (molten lead) and in air to study the effect of high doses of gamma radiation on the microstructure of the samples. Before and after testing, samples will be subject to laboratory investigations to analyze the behavior of the oxide layer after operation in such environments.

The main objectives and outcomes of the project are:

• Obtaining, testing and laser surface treatment of new alloys for 4R generation nuclear power plants;

• Preparation of technical specifications for new nuclear plants dedicated materials (limits on the use of new materials, application areas, mechanical properties, physical and chemical properties of materials) in order to patent the original solutions;

• Establishing the opportunities to participate in international projects based on the experience gained through the project;

• Mathematical modeling of laser-metal energy transfer and simulation of laser irradiation;

• Development of new technologies for laser irradiation with auto-generation of layers;

• Design and implementation of an experimental model (experimental stand) for tests in liquid metal corrosive and erosive environments at high temperatures;

• Behavior testing (changes of surface structural properties) of FeCrAl alloys in liquid metal environments and in the presence of intense gamma radiation field (generated by radioactive sources of high activity Co-60);

• Protection of Intellectual Property Rights project results (patents);

• Widespread dissemination of scientific research results developed within the project (articles, conferences, round tables etc.).

RFID device for food traceability Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-1268 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE- DEZVOLTARE PENTRU MICROTEHNOLOGIE - IMT BUCURESTI INCD (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); OPTOELECTRONICA - 2001 S.A. (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.3nanosae.org/p/foodtrack/

Abstract:

“RFID device for food traceability (Food track)” aims specifically to develop a self-sustainable RFID device, equipped with a sensor, which allows, not only the traceability of a certain food package, but also the level of freshness of its content. The need for active intelligent packaging equipped with nano-systems that can monitor the conditions of the food during transportation and storage has led the scientific community to the development of a novel based on the electronics on plastic. Electronic circuits supported on a cheap, flexible polymeric support that can be miniaturized up to micro and nano level promise to assure a fast and inexpensive quality control available for everyone. Radio frequency identification tags (RFID) are the most important development field today, based on the implementation of conductive polymers onto a flexible plastic support; they are similar to bar codes and have been used in food industry traceability, inventory management and security. But RFID systems can carry much more complex information, like temperature, relative humidity, gases and electroactive species, when equipped with a specific sensor and have the ability to transmit information up to 50 m. Thanks to their low-level complexity and cost, RFID have the potential to become the leading market in food control, especially if they integrate chemical sensor. This RFID-sensor assembly is the central component of the intelligent packaging system which, in contrast to active packaging does not influence properties of the food products, but collects the information about its state and transmits it to retailers, manufacturer, food authorities or customer.

Wireless sensor and sensor networks are the state-of-the-art in detection technologies; their use varies from homeland security to environmental protection. The key requirements for a sensor refer to sensitivity (the minimal level of analyte to detect), selectivity (exclusion of “false alarms” and the identification of a specific analyte) and response time (high-speed electronics are preferred since they provide a real-time analysis). The challenges which have to be overcome refer to finding a single technology that can unify the multitude of fabrication methods for different kind of sensitive layers, cheap materials, moderate costs, easy to use and long-time batteries.

The proposed instrument will be comprised of a self-sustainable source, a micro-RFID device and an electrochemical sensor with four sensitive functions, modulated for each type of food. The main component of the instrument is the sensor-RFID assembly. The sensitive layer of the sensor will be design to detect a broad range of properties, characteristic for the qualitative control of food: temperature, relative humidity, pH, number of refreezing cycles, volatile organic compounds and biogenic amines. The micro-RFID device will store and transmit the information collected from the sensor. The system will be powered by two metallic electrodes, chosen from the appropriate position in the table of chemical reactivity; the electrolyte solution will be provided by the food itself (internal, organic juices that will diffuse through a permissive membrane and connect the two electrodes).

The novelty of this project is the incorporation of an interdigitized sensor, laser-printed on a cheap, flexible polymer, combined with a micro-RFID device and an incorporated self-sustainable battery for use if food industry and quality control.

New high entopy alloys/composites with superior mechanical and corrosion resistance characteristics, for high temperature applications Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-1048 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU METALE NEFEROASE SI RARE - IMNR (RO); UNIVERSITATEA TEHNICĂ "GHEORGHE ASACHI" IAŞI (RO); RANCON S.R.L. (RO); CENTRUL DE CERCETARE PROIECTARE SI PRODUCTIE REFRACTARE S.A. (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.headurcor.pub.ro

Abstract:

This project aims to develop metals plastic deformation tools (rolls and bearings mill) processed from an innovative metallic material, high entropy alloys(HEA) and composites. The project is included in the priority research field 7 thematic 7.1.4 Advanced materials for competitive products export.

The project proposes a new approach to the manufacture of plastic deformation tools by replacing steels and superalloys conventional materials with HEA alloys and composites with superior technological characteristics. The raw materials for HEA processing consist in metallic metals and wastes.

The project meets the objectives of the program as follows:

1. The consortium constitution (two prestigious universities, a National Institute for R-D and two SMEs in the materials field) and the joint research activities addressing the Stimulation of research - development activities conducted in partnership objective.

2. By realize tools with enhanced features, processed from metallic materials using new and advanced technologies, the project is part of the Applied research joining requirements to economical environment demands by developing original products, advanced technologies, competitive and with major socio-economic impact objective.

3. Co-financing significant research expenses (16.67%) and active involvement of SMEs contribute to Stimulating private sector expenditure growth in R & D objective.

4. Acquisition of advanced equipment and integration of PhD students in research teams, contribute to Development of infrastructure and human resource skills objective.

Scientific and technical objectives of the project are:

i. Processing of high entropy alloys (HEA) and composites with superior physical and mechanical properties by induction melting/casting, respectively by mechanical alloying/ pressing/ sintering; ii. Obtaining og rolls and bearings mills from HEA alloys/composites; iii. Obtaining technologies for HEA alloys/composites; iv. Demonstrating and verifing the technologies and tool prototypes at pilot level.

The novelty and originality of the project are: a. new metallic materials for plastic deformation tools developing; b. alloys/ composite systems selection with preset technological features.

The main results of the project are: 1. Innovative technologies for obtaining HEA alloys/composites with predefined characteristics; 2. Mill rolls and bearings - prototype tools with superior technological characteristics; 3. Patent applications for products/ technologies; 4. Dissemination: articles in ISI journals, conferences, workshops, seminars.

Project impact/potential benefits: i. strengthening the cooperation between research units and companies; ii. development of research infrastructure and increase capacity of the partners to participate in R&D national and international projects; iii. increasing the competitiveness of SMEs through the tools manufacturing from new materials with high added value (alloys/composites), increased turnover by 5-10%. iv. patents exploitation; v. social impact by increasing the quality of life (reducing the amount of metallic waste containing potentially toxic metals, increasing labor productivity and safety of plastic deformation sections), creation of new working places; vi. environmental impact: metallic waste exploitation, green technology for obtaining alloys / composites, a waste decrease from recycling used tools.

Bioactive Injectable Macroporous Biomaterials for Bone Regeneration Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0885 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE CANTACUZINO (RO); METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO); MEDICAL ORTOVIT S.R.L. (RO); SPITALUL CLINIC "COLENTINA" BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.tsocm.pub.ro/en/cercetare/SmartBIMBBone/index.htm

Abstract:

Osteoporosis, bone degeneration in aging population as well as a multitude of traumatic and pathological bone defects justify the request for improved orthopaedic therapeutic products. The main aim of this project is to generate a novel concept of smart biomaterials for bone regeneration. The complex biomaterials developed in this project will present porous architectures typical to trabecular bone, self-assembling properties, eventually self-setting, and built-in bioactivity to promote angio- and osteo-genesis, additionally to injectability, controlled biodegradability, and sterilizability. Because these materials will be developed as injectable formulations, their application by minimally invasive surgery represents an important advantage for the comfort of patients. The new injectable smart biomaterials will be synthesized following different stages, and characterized with respect to their chemical and phase composition, micro- and nanostructure, chemical, mechanical, rheological properties, 3D porosity post-application, biodegradability and, when needed, in vitro and in vivo behavior. Rational criteria will be used to select the best scaffolds during an iterative approach. From all points of view these biomaterials will be advantageous alternatives to autologous bone grafts mainly due to their large availability and controlled fabrication and properties. Moreover, they will represent enhanced alternatives to the existing commercially available injectable products for bone repair/filling. The consortium has all necessary complementary competences to achieve this goal: obtaining of smart injectable scaffolds providing in situ nanostructured porous constructs with enhanced bioactivity. It is expected that this project will stimulate the production of biomaterials in Romania.

New generation of biomaterials for cosmetic dentistry Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-1275 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA BABES BOLYAI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA BABES BOLYAI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA DE MEDICINA SI FARMACIE (U.M.F) Cluj-Napoca (RO); METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO); UNIVERSITATEA TEHNICA DIN CLUJ - NAPOCA (RO); REMED PRODIMPEX SRL (RO)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://cosmeticdent.granturi.ubbcluj.ro/

Abstract:

The development of applicative dental medicine orientated towards the improvement of dental esthetics (cosmetic) has lately represented one of the global priority directions. The issue of the multiple etiologies in dental dyschromia and its therapeutic approach according to the diagnosed form and to the color intensity can be ranged within a specialty of dental pathology correlated with the general appearance of the teeth and dental arches. Technological advancements in natural looking, tooth-colored dental materials make today's cosmetic dental treatments more durable and predictable than in years past. Our proposal is based on natural whitening extracts, enzymes and/or compounds, nanoparticles and synthetic compounds. The system is different from others solution in the field, in that it can repair the damage produced on the enamel structure after the whitening process and enhance it; has an evidently whitening rapid effect; reduces the existing pigmentation; provides optical brightener effect; does not contain peroxide or other chemical whitening agents. The whitening process is aimed to be fast, the system is easy to apply and does not harm the natural structure of the tooth. The objectives of this project will focus on creating a new dental whitening agent as gel, based on natural whitening compounds (organic acids promoting redox reactions, natural extracts enriched in such components, as well as enzymes able to bleach food-related dyes in manners not requiring an added amount of peroxide in the formulation), while also containing new nano-sized synthetic compounds that can repair the damage produced on the enamel structure after the whitening process. The novelty of the project is to create a new class of materials used in cosmetic dentistry with remineralization effects and diminished corrosive properties due to the non-peroxide formulation.

DRUG DELIVERY HYBRIDS BASED ON POLYMERS AND POROUS CLAY HETEROSTRUCTURES Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-1432 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); Institutul National de Cercetare-Dezvoltare pentru Chimie si Petrochimie - ICECHIM Bucuresti (RO); CENTRUL DE CERCETARE SI PRELUCRARE A PLANTELOR MEDICINALE PLANTAVOREL SA (RO); METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.tsocm.pub.ro/cercetare/DELPOCLAY

Abstract:

The research project is focused on the synthesis of new hybrid materials based on polymers and various organophylized porous clay heterostructures designed for controlled delivery of drugs which exhibit a low water solubility and high toxicity.

Petabyte Optical Disc Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0210 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: STOREX TECHNOLOGIES SRL

Project partners: STOREX TECHNOLOGIES SRL (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE PENTRU TEHNOLOGII IZOTOPICE SI MOLECULARE I N C D T I M (RO); METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO); TEHNO ELECTRO MEDICAL COMPANY SRL (RO)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://storextech.github.io/petopt/

Abstract:

The research activities regarding memory cells with storage densities over 5 Tbits/sq.in are challenging tasks for scientific community.

2D data storage systems need structures able to store 1 bit on a surface smaller than 129 sq.nm,only realizable by extreme lithographic techniques with resolution below 5nm. A way to further boost the effective data density is volumetric storage. A 3D solution, such as a compact disc, should have a capacity of 10 TB.

Fluorescent photosensitive glass-ceramics have been studied for the recording data over a number of years. In 2010, Petabyte Optical Disc [1], realized by a fluorescent glass-ceramics disc with 40 nm marks organized in virtual multilayers, was announced at Optical Data Storage Conference. This makes fluorescent photosensitive glass-ceramics very suitable for industrial applications.

The project named “Petabyte Optical Disc” will focus on the development of dedicated media disc and specific optical, optoelectronic and electronics components. Proposed research will cover the physical basis of the volume recording, as well as physicochemical mechanisms occurring in these materials.

Recent developments in writing procedures and materials [2] could increase the recording capacity of the optical disc up to 1 Exabyte

(1 billion GB).

Objectives:

•To develop fluorescent photosensitive glass-ceramics

•To analyze the mechanisms of recording and readout in optical storage

media, and to develop theoretical models for these mechanisms

•To characterize the storage media in terms of importance in optical

data storage

•To realize a Reader Drive demonstrator for Petabyte Optical Disc

References:

[1] E. Pavel, Optical Data Storage 2010, 23-26 May 2010, Boulder,

Colorado, USA, “Petabyte Optical Disc”

[2] E. Pavel, S. Jinga, E. Andronescu , B. S. Vasile, E. Rotiu ,

L. Ionescu and C. Mazilu,2011 Nanotechnology, 22, 025301, “5 nm

structures produced by direct laser writing”

Eco-friendly food packaging from last generation multifunctional bioplastics Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-1569 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: Institutul National de Cercetare-Dezvoltare pentru Chimie si Petrochimie - ICECHIM Bucuresti

Project partners: Institutul National de Cercetare-Dezvoltare pentru Chimie si Petrochimie - ICECHIM Bucuresti (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO); INSTITUTUL DE CERCETARI PRODUSE AUXILIARE ORGANICE S.A. (RO)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.bio-multi-pack.icechim.ro

Abstract:

The project proposes to carry out a technology for obtaining multifunctional materials based on last generation of biopolymers and bioadditives melt processable into catering food packaging. These packages will comply with the food safety conditions and will have physical – mechanical properties proper to the plastic products that are generally of commodity nature. The national and international novelty and added value of the project is determined by the originality of the propose new conceptual models for realising of new materials with improved thermal stability, small hygroscopicity, melt processable into catering food packaging. The elaboration of new solutions needs inter and transdisciplinary knowledge of chemistry, physics, physics and chemistry of polymers, mathematical statistics, process engineering, scale up and economics. The new technology has a great applicative potential and can be applied on the same industrial platform or on different platforms. All the novelty solutions will be disseminated and will be patented. At present on the Romanian market one can find only packaging made from imported oxobiodegradable pellets which has limited biodegradability. The realising according to the proposed new technology products which in nature will be totally destroyed in a very short time, would turn into the advantaje of beeing the only supplier, on the Romanian market for totally biodegradable products. The technology can be internationally applied by country with the same envoiroment problems as Ramania. The project consortium is formed from 4 partners: ICECHIM (CO), Politehnica University Bucharest (P1), SC Metav CD –SA (P2) and SC ICPAO SA (P3) with complementary expertise. The project manager is doctor and fulfill the eligibility conditions. P1 and P2 has project responsable that are doctors. Because of the great interest for the proposed subject P3 co–funded with 25 % from the entire project fund.

Size effects, formation mechanisms, and properties in micro- and nanostructured perovskite ferroic systems prepared by alternative methods Call name: Exploratory Research Projects - PCE-2011 call
PN-II-ID-PCE-2011-3-0668 2011 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: Universitatea POLITEHNICA din Bucuresti

Project partners: Universitatea POLITEHNICA din Bucuresti (RO)

Affiliation: Universitatea POLITEHNICA din Bucuresti (RO)

Project website: http://www.feromat0668.upb.ro/

Abstract:

The aim of this project consists in the comparative study of the phase formation and composition-structure-property relation in perovskite oxide systems prepared by the traditional ceramic route, as well as by wet-chemical methods. The subject of the project is extremely interesting and topical and involves the preparation and characterization of compositions with ferroelectric properties derived from iso- and aliovalently doped barium titatate of Ba(Ti,Zr)O3 and (Ba,La)TiO3 type, respectively, as well as of multiferroic magnetoelectric solid solutions derived from the bismuth ferrite, i.e. Bi(Fe,Sc)O3 and (Bi,Y)FeO3¬. An important and innovative aspect of this project will be to study and to elucidate the influence of the so-called „effect size” induced by the processing method and parameters on the multifunctional properties of the elaborated ceramics. This objective will determine the necessity of a complex physico-chemical and functional investigation, using modern and complementary techniques. Structuring from micrometric toward nanometric scale is expected that to induce particular features as: (i) structural distortions with implications on the ferroelectric-relaxor crossover in Ba(Zr,Ti)O3 solid solutions; (ii) change in the defect chemistry and distribution in (Ba,La)TiO3 ceramics and a significant modification of the dielectric and magnetic behaviour in the BiFeO3-based materials.

HIGH TOUGHNESS NANOPRECIPITATED MICROALLOYED STEELS Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-1018 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L.

Project partners: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); FORJA ROTEC SRL (RO)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.metav-cd.ro/ToughNanoMicrAl

Abstract:

Microalloyed (MA) steels are suitable as a replacement for plain carbon steels grades due to their ability to achieve final engineering properties in as hot-rolled condition eliminating the next heat treatments. Compared to the quenched and tempered steels at the same hardness, MA steels have much lower toughness so their further use is restricted to parts not subjected to impact.

The main goal of this project is to develop new microllaoyed steel class with improved toughness and formability as a replacement for low and medium alloyed heat treatable steels. The most innovative aspect of the project will be to use deformation induced ferrite transformation (DIFT) as a way to obtain nanosized Fe3C precipitates and fine ferrite grains.

The research work will be oriented on two main direction:

1. Manipulating the chemical composition considering the factors that influence mechanical characteristics of MA steels, particularly toughness

2. Thermomechanical processing of steel bars in order to obtain advanced grain refinement, for enhanced toughness.

To achieve the project goals several stages will be performed, as follows:

-Identification of solutions to enhance toughness and development of a theoretical model for chemical composition, structure and morphology:

- Development of a laboratory technology in order to obtain high toughness microalloyed steels in specified compositional domains.

- Setting of the thermomechanical processing regime in order to conduct the forging process within warm-forging temperatures for a further enhancement of toughness.

- Industrial applications of high toughness microalloyed steels for warm-forged automotive parts

The new high toughness steels will be the choice for automotive forged parts requiring impact resistance, such as truck side rails, steering links and telescoping crane booms, replacing heat treatable steels thus eliminating the need to subsequent heat treatment with significant cost reduction.

Special cement for composite materials used for gamma radiation shielding with nuclear application Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0560 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: CEPROCIM S.A.

Project partners: CEPROCIM S.A. (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA SI INGINERIE NUCLEARA " HORIA HULUBEI " - IFIN - HH (RO); UNIVERSITATEA TEHNICA DE CONSTRUCTII BUCURESTI (RO); METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO); HEIDELBERGCEMENT ROMÂNIA S.A. (RO)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.ceprocim.ro/activitati/proiecte/cem-comp-rad/

Abstract:

Using of radioactive materials for electrical energy producing, in industry, medicine or for research, direct inevitably at forming of radioactive wastes, for which administration is necessary an integrated program, implying a definitive storage. This program must fulfill the fundamental objective of security, such as protection of people health and environment, as well as the protection against undesirable effects of ionizing radiations.

Storage of radioactive wastes, according to the UE imposed conditions, can be done only in distinct spaces, especially designed for environment protection.

In Romania, the most used method of protection against radiations is the usage of protection screen made of lead, iron or concrete. The main disadvantage of these mentioned materials is the screens considerable thicknesses.

Thus, this project deals with the possibility to obtain some special binding materials (cement and concrete) – for radioactive protection.

Using of these materials, with a corresponding composition, as protection shield against radiations represents an efficient and economic solution, because these materials can have properties for radiation absorption, as well as good strength and durability characteristics.

Project CEM-COMP-RAD is focused and approaches the possibility of using some natural raw materials and wastes for obtaining some materials with increased shielding capacity for gamma radiations, with application in nuclear range.

The researches will be concretized by obtaining of some binding materials with qualitative performances at European level, designated for gamma radiation shielding. The usage of the materials with high specific weight will be made in three research directions:

- raw materials for obtaining the special clinkers for gamma radiations shielding;

- additions at common clinkers grinding, in order to obtain, special cements for gamma radiations shielding;

- aggregates for obtaining heavy concretes with capacity of gamma radiations

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.headurcor.pub.ro

Abstract:

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: SPITALUL CLINIC DE URGENTA

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.infim.ro/ro/projects/studiul-prin-imunofluorescenta-efectului-nanoparticulelor-de-oxid-de-fier-functionalizate

Abstract:

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIV.DE MEDICINA SI FARMACIE - CAROL DAVILA

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.ligasint.ro

Abstract:

Innovative dental products with multiple applications Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-0891 2014 - 2017

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.lavendo.ficai.eu

Abstract:

Bioactive Injectable Macroporous Biomaterials for Bone Regeneration Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0885 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.tsocm.pub.ro/en/cercetare/SmartBIMBBone/index.htm

Abstract:

New generation of biomaterials for cosmetic dentistry Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-1275 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA BABES BOLYAI

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://cosmeticdent.granturi.ubbcluj.ro/

Abstract:

DRUG DELIVERY HYBRIDS BASED ON POLYMERS AND POROUS CLAY HETEROSTRUCTURES Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-1432 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.tsocm.pub.ro/cercetare/DELPOCLAY

Abstract:

Petabyte Optical Disc Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0210 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: STOREX TECHNOLOGIES SRL

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://storextech.github.io/petopt/

Abstract:

Eco-friendly food packaging from last generation multifunctional bioplastics Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-1569 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: Institutul National de Cercetare-Dezvoltare pentru Chimie si Petrochimie - ICECHIM Bucuresti

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.bio-multi-pack.icechim.ro

Abstract:

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: Universitatea POLITEHNICA din Bucuresti

Project partners: Universitatea POLITEHNICA din Bucuresti (RO)

Affiliation: Universitatea POLITEHNICA din Bucuresti (RO)

Project website: http://www.feromat0668.upb.ro/

Abstract:

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: CEPROCIM S.A.

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.ceprocim.ro/activitati/proiecte/cem-comp-rad/

Abstract:

HIGH TOUGHNESS NANOPRECIPITATED MICROALLOYED STEELS Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-1018 2012 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L.

Project partners: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); FORJA ROTEC SRL (RO)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website: http://www.metav-cd.ro/ToughNanoMicrAl

Abstract:

Upgrading and Life Cycle Extensions of Geothermal Energetic Pumps and Turbines by Thermal Spray Process and Multi Composite Technology – GEOTUR Call name: EEA Research Programme under EEA Financial Mechanism 2009-2014
EEA-JRP-RO-NO-2013-1-0038 2013 -

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L.

Project partners: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); TEHNOID COM S.R.L. (RO); Innovation Center Iceland (IS); Orka náttúrunnar (Our Nature)ON (IS); Velvik (IS)

Affiliation: METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Project website:

Abstract:

In Europe a few number of countries are involved in geothermal exploration, exploitation and progress geothermal development projects. In order to provide a stable power supply without increasing carbon dioxide on global environment problem, high reliability and high maintainability are required as a basic condition for the geothermal energetic pumps and turbines. Concurrently effective improvement of efficiency and upgrading of geothermal system turbines are also very important and fundamental economical factor. This means that CO2 emissions into the atmosphere are minimal and a higher reliance on geothermal power generation would work on preventing global warming. The geothermal power industry has experiences in failures from environmental assisted cracking of components turbine. Despite worldwide effort, some problems still arise, from which corrosion is the most predominant. Corrosion turbine damage, particularly of blades, discs and rotors, has been recognized as a leading cause of reduced availability in the power plant. The bilateral and synergetic GEOTUR project is dedicate to complementarities scientific Romania - Iceland research cooperating on the global green energy development, improving capacity at national and regional level and synchronizing the effort to obtain more access of geothermal energy. This cooperation will involve working together to create guidelines covering the development, supply, operation and management of key equipment to improve performance and decrease the production costs and exploitation of geothermal equipment in use. Specifically innovation of this project is focused on creating significantly advances in the efficiency of energetic turbine and geothermal pumps system by the development of new types of composites dedicate to protect advanced parts or components of geothermal turbines. The results are considerably improvement of rotors turbines and the performance of geothermal pumps. Software and ANSYS modelling products provide optimized process parameters of thermal deposition of new types of composites for the surface of energetic blades and geothermal pumps. The aim of the project is to develop new material classes, methods and models suitable to fabricate, monitor, evaluate and predict the performance and overall energy efficiency of novel thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) in turbines geothermal systems. The impact is created by the radical improvement of the endurance of materials “in service”, by the application of new thermal barrier coatings, structural design, computational simulations and cost effectiveness. New structural design of isolative and durable TBCs will be optimized for the deposition of Top Coats by new multicomposites materials, coupling the process of preparation and coating into a single step. Thus the GEOTUR Project will create new direction of: design and synthesis of complex powder mixtures (NiCr/NiCoCr) with different addition of WC/Cr3C2 and design and synthesis of ZrO2 stabilized with Y with different addition of WC, that will be used to obtain protective layers, with improved wear, thermal shock and resistance of specifically steam geothermal abrasion and preindustrial realization and optimization of materials and technologies at laboratory level; complex study of the set up of the industrial processing procedure in order to obtain components with enhanced surface properties. Additionally, these coatings formed by Thermal Spray Process will have ecological advantages compared to other chemically or electrochemically methods widely used in powder engineering industries. It will be shown that there are considerable differences between benefits expected when the relevant project is in the assessment phase and the benefits really attained after the project has reached the stage of routine operation. In term of market impact and potential benefits despite of some variations our findings are conformable with the outcomes of similar surveys in Iceland and Romania.

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