Dr. Gheorghe Fundueanu | Drug Delivery Systems | Best Researcher Award
Scientist at Institutul de chimie macromoleculara “Petru Poni” | Romania
Dr. Gheorghe Fundueanu is a senior researcher and Head of the Department of Natural Polymers, Bioactive and Biocompatible Materials at the “Petru Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Romanian Academy, Iassy, Romania. He is a recognized expert in polymer science, focusing on the design of smart polymeric materials for biomedical use. With decades of experience, his work integrates drug delivery systems, biomimetic hydrogels, and polymer-based therapeutics. His multidisciplinary approach includes in vitro and in vivo evaluations, advancing translational biomedical research. He has significantly contributed to the development of pharmaceutical formulations and has earned national and international recognition for his impactful scientific contributions.
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Education
Dr. Gheorghe Fundueanu obtained his M.Sc. in Chemistry with a focus on macromolecular compounds from “Al. I. Cuza” University, Iassy, Romania. He pursued his Ph.D. in Chemistry at the “Petru Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Romanian Academy, where he specialized in polymeric drug delivery systems and hydrogel design. His academic background provided a strong foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of macromolecular chemistry and biomedical applications. Dr. Fundueanu has further enriched his expertise through postdoctoral fellowships and collaborative research programs across Europe, focusing on biomaterials, pharmacokinetics, and advanced polymer synthesis for medical applications.
Experience
Dr. Fundueanu has held leading roles in polymer research. As Head of the Department of Natural Polymers, Bioactive and Biocompatible Materials at the “Petru Poni” Institute, he has supervised numerous national and European research projects. His expertise spans polymer synthesis, hydrogel engineering, drug delivery systems, and biomedical testing. He has collaborated extensively with pharmaceutical and academic institutions, contributing to translational research in bioactive materials. His interdisciplinary work involves analytical chemistry, cell culture methodologies, and regulatory aspects of biocompatibility testing. Dr. Fundueanu has also mentored students and postdoctoral fellows in advanced materials science.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Gheorghe Fundueanu has received multiple honors for his significant contributions to macromolecular chemistry and biomedical applications. He was awarded the “Gheorghe Spacu” Prize by the Romanian Academy and recognized by the Ministry of Education and Research for excellence in scientific innovation. He has also received accolades at national conferences and international symposia for his work in polymer-based drug delivery systems. His research has been repeatedly supported by prestigious European funding programs. In addition to his awards, Dr. Fundueanu has served as a peer reviewer for high-impact journals and is a respected figure in Romania’s scientific and academic community.
Research Focus
Dr. Fundueanu’s research primarily targets the synthesis and characterization of smart polymeric materials tailored for biomedical applications. His work emphasizes drug delivery systems based on natural and synthetic polymers, with a special interest in biomimetic hydrogels that mimic extracellular matrices. He investigates the in vitro and in vivo behavior of these materials to evaluate their biocompatibility and therapeutic performance. His studies also include protocols for pharmaceutical analysis in biological media, ensuring precision in dosage and release kinetics. By bridging polymer science with pharmacological applications, his research supports innovations in personalized medicine, regenerative therapies, and advanced drug formulations.
Publication Top Notes
Physico-chemical characterization of Ca-alginate microparticles produced with different methods
Cited by: 383 | Year: 1999
Preparation and characterization of pH-and temperature-sensitive pullulan microspheres for controlled release of drugs
G Fundueanu, M Constantin, P Ascenzi
Cited by: 222 | Year: 2008
Removal of anionic dyes from aqueous solutions by an ion-exchanger based on pullulan microspheres
Cited by: 152 | Year: 2013
Preparation and characterization of Ca-alginate microspheres by a new emulsification method
Cited by: 135 | Year: 1998
Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide-co-acrylamide) cross-linked thermoresponsive microspheres obtained from preformed polymers: influence of the physico-chemical characteristics
Cited by: 125 | Year: 2009
Lower critical solution temperature versus volume phase transition temperature in thermoresponsive drug delivery systems
Cited by: 123 | Year: 2011
Preparation and characterisation of poly(vinyl alcohol)/cyclodextrin microspheres as matrix for inclusion and separation of drugs
Cited by: 100 | Year: 2004
Preparation and characterization of starch/cyclodextrin bioadhesive microspheres as platform for nasal administration of Gabexate Mesylate (Foy) in allergic rhinitis treatment
Cited by: 98 | Year: 2004
Dual cross-linked chitosan/PVA hydrogels containing silver nanoparticles with antimicrobial properties
Cited by: 97 | Year: 2021
Cellulose acetate butyrate microcapsules containing dextran ion-exchange resins as self-propelled drug release system
Cited by: 94 | Year: 2005
Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide-co-methacrylic acid) pH/thermo-responsive porous hydrogels as self-regulated drug delivery system
Cited by: 91 | Year: 2014
Smart composite materials based on chitosan microspheres embedded in thermosensitive hydrogel for controlled delivery of drugs
Cited by: 89 | Year: 2017
Novel biodegradable flocculanting agents based on pullulan
Cited by: 81 | Year: 2010
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