Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Iasi, Romania
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🎓 Educational Qualifications
Dr. Anca Filimon holds a strong academic foundation in chemistry. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and Physics at the “Al. I. Cuza” University of Iasi, Romania (1998–2002), with a specialization in Physical Chemistry. She pursued a Master’s in Dynamics and Analysis of Chemical Systems (2002–2004), focusing on the theoretical and experimental behaviors of polysulfones in solution. Dr. Filimon earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Romanian Academy (2003–2009), with a thesis centered on how solvents, concentration, and temperature influence polymer conformation in solution.
👩🔬 Professional Experience
Dr. Filimon has built an extensive professional career at the “Petru Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry in Iasi. Starting in 2004 as a Trainee Research Assistant, she steadily advanced through the ranks to become a Scientific Researcher III in 2018. Over the years, she has made vital contributions to polymer research and development, and she plays an active role in project management, collaborative research, and mentoring within the institution.
🔬 Research Interests
Her research focuses on macromolecular compounds and their structural behavior in both solid-state and solution. Dr. Filimon is especially interested in intelligent and functional polymers, such as those with ionic conductivity, viscoelastic properties, and responsive characteristics. Her work on polymeric membranes and their applications in biomedicine, filtration, and environmental sustainability has been particularly impactful.
🛠️ Technical and Analytical Skills
With hands-on expertise in a wide range of scientific equipment, Dr. Filimon regularly works with viscometers, rheometers, osmometers, multimeters, and electrospinning devices. She also employs modeling software like HyperChem for molecular simulations. Her technical versatility allows her to deeply analyze material properties and optimize their functional performance.
🧑🏫 Teaching and Mentorship
In addition to research, Dr. Filimon is dedicated to teaching and mentoring. She guides students at undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, encouraging them to approach scientific problems with creativity and precision. Her mentorship contributes significantly to developing future experts in chemistry and materials science.
🏅 Awards and Recognitions
Dr. Filimon has received numerous honors for her innovations. In 2021, she was awarded a Silver Medal and Diploma of Excellence at INVENTICA for sustainable membrane technology. She won Gold and Silver Medals in 2022 in Romania and Croatia for her work on functionalized water treatment membranes. In 2023, she was recognized with the Grand Prize and a Gold Medal for her developments in renal treatment membranes, and received the “Cristofor I. Simionescu” Prize from the Romanian Academy for her outstanding contributions to polymeric materials.
Notable Publications📄
📄Polyvinyl Alcohol-Based Membranes: A Review of Research Progress on Design and Predictive Modeling of Properties for Targeted Application
Authors: Anca Filimon; Adina Maria Dobos; Mihaela Dorina Onofrei; Diana Serbezeanu
Journal: Polymers
Year: 2025
📄Hybrid Materials—Mg₃Al-LDH/Ionic Liquids/Chitosan Used in the Recovery Process of Pd Ions from Aqueous Solutions
Authors: Emilia Milos; Laura Cocheci; Adriana Popa; Lavinia Lupa; Anca Filimon
Journal: Molecules
Year: 2024
📄Design of High-Performance Electrospun Membranes for Protective Clothing Applications
Authors: Anca Filimon; Diana Serbezeanu; Daniela Rusu; Alexandra Bargan; Lavinia Lupa
Journal: Membranes
Year: 2024
📄Electrospun Membranes Based on Quaternized Polysulfones: Rheological Properties–Electrospinning Mechanisms Relationship
Authors: Anca Filimon; Diana Serbezeanu; Adina Maria Dobos; Mihaela Dorina Onofrei; Alexandra Bargan; Daniela Rusu; Cristina Mihaela Rimbu
Journal: Polymers
Year: 2024
📄Bioactive Materials Based on Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose and Silver Nanoparticles: Structural-Morphological Characterization and Antimicrobial Testing
Authors: Anca Filimon; Mihaela Dorina Onofrei; Alexandra Bargan; Iuliana Stoica; Simona Dunca
Journal: Polymers
Year: 2023