Dr. Anca Nemuc | Spectroscopy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Anca Nemuc, National Institute of Reseach and Development for Optolelectronics INOE, Romania

Anca Viorica Nemuc is a senior researcher at the National Institute of Research and Development for Optoelectronics (INOE 2000) in Romania, where she has been active since 2005. She currently leads teams in international, national, and bilateral projects, supervises graduate and undergraduate students, and organizes summer schools and scientific events. With a background in atmospheric physics and environmental sciences, Anca has specialized in remote sensing data analysis, particularly focusing on Hysplit and DREAM models, as well as sunphotometry, lidar, and mass spectrometry measurements. Her professional experience spans roles in the United States, including research at Brookhaven National Laboratory and Stony Brook University, where she contributed to projects related to cloud properties and stratospheric components. Anca holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Bucharest, where her dissertation focused on ozone and N2O research in Antarctica using satellite and ground-based spectrometry. Her extensive international experience, including training in project management, science communication, and Earth observation data, has contributed significantly to her expertise in environmental and atmospheric research.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Based on the information provided, Anca Viorica Nemuc appears to be a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her extensive experience, qualifications, and contributions to the field of optoelectronics, remote sensing, and atmospheric research. Here’s a summary of her suitability.

📚 Education

🎓 Ph.D. in Physics (2008) – University of Bucharest, Romania

Thesis: Contributions to ozone and N2O research in Antarctica using satellite and ground-based spectrometry

🎓 Master of Science in Marine Environmental Sciences (2001) – Stony Brook University, New York, USA

Specialization: Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

🎓 Bachelor’s Degree in Physics (1996) – University of Bucharest, Romania

Specialization: Atmospheric Physics & Environmental Protection
Dissertation: Lidar monitoring of the atmosphere

🎓 Additional Trainings & Certifications

🏆 Project Manager Certification (2006) – Centre for the Improvement of Management Performance, Bucharest
🌍 GEOSS Summer School (2011) – Earth Observation for Disaster Management, Romania
🛰️ MODIS RS-Satellite Retrieval Training (2009) – NASA-sponsored workshop, Hangzhou, China
📰 Science Communication Summer School (2009) – Dubrovnik, Croatia
🏅 Public Procurement Expert Certification (2017) – COST Office Workshop

👩‍🔬 Work Experience

🔬 Senior Researcher (CS II) (2013–Present) – National Institute of Research and Development for Optoelectronics, INOE 2000, Romania

Lead scientist in international, national, and bilateral projects
Supervised Ph.D. & graduate students
Expertise in Hysplit & DREAM models, synergistic data processing
Organized summer schools and contributed to expert groups

🔬 Senior Researcher (CS III) (2009–2013) – INOE 2000, Romania

Leader in FP7-REGPOT-2008-1, DELICE project & Norwegian Grant STVES 115266, RADO
Specialized in remote sensing, microwave radiometry, sun photometry, and mass spectrometry

🔬 Senior Researcher (CS) (2005–2009) – INOE 2000, Romania

Worked on Lidar data processing, optical/mass particle counter analysis, sun photometer data

🔬 Research Assistant (2001–2004) – Brookhaven National Laboratory, USA

Data analysis for Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) Program
Cloud property retrieval & climate model validation

🔬 Research Assistant (1999–2001) – Stony Brook University, USA

Worked on Antarctic stratospheric components & back trajectory modeling

🎓 Teaching Assistant (1998–1999) – Stony Brook University, USA

Course: Weather and Climate Prediction

👩‍🏫 Physics Teacher (1997–1998) – Ion Creanga National College, Romania

Taught theoretical physics & conducted experimental labs

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

🥇 Leader & Coordinator in multiple European & international research projects
📖 Author of numerous peer-reviewed scientific papers
🌍 Key contributor to global climate & environmental research
📡 Expert in atmospheric remote sensing technologies
🎤 Invited Speaker at various international scientific conferences
📚 Mentor & Supervisor for Ph.D. and graduate students

Publication Top Notes:

A multi-year analysis of aerosol properties using the calibrated multi-wavelength polarisation lidar in Măgurele

Spatiotemporal Variability of Urban Air Pollution in Bucharest City

CHANGES IN THE AEROSOL PROPERTIES DURING PANDEMIC RESTRICTIONS IN ROMANIA

COST Lecture 2019 AE GM Barcelona: International Network to Encourage the Use of Monitoring and Forecasting Dust Products (InDust)

Samira-satellite based monitoring initiative for regional air quality

Mr. Mark Skinner, Boise State University, United States

Mark M. Skinner is an accomplished researcher and PhD candidate in Materials Science and Engineering at Boise State University. With a strong foundation in chemistry, he earned his ACS-certified B.S. in Chemistry in 2019 and has since focused on advancing food safety and material applications through innovative research. His work includes developing pulsed electric field technology to reduce acrylamide and oil retention in food, as well as synthesizing self-immolative polymers. Beyond academia, Mark has an extensive professional background, serving as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Assistant, and Organic Chemistry Lab Instructor, demonstrating his commitment to education and mentorship. His leadership extends to his military service, where he has served as a First Sergeant in the Idaho Army National Guard and played a key role in the Idaho State COVID Task Force. Recognized with multiple military commendations, Mark combines scientific excellence with leadership and service. His affiliations with the American Chemical Society and International Food Technologists further highlight his dedication to research and professional development

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Mark M. Skinner demonstrates strong academic and research credentials that align well with the criteria for a Best Researcher Award. His background in chemistry, combined with his ongoing PhD in Materials Science and Engineering at Boise State University, showcases a commitment to advanced scientific inquiry.

Education 🎓

Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering (Ongoing) – Boise State University, USA

B.S. in Chemistry (ACS Certified Professional Emphasis) – 2019 – Boise State University, USA

Principal Investigator: Prof. Owen McDougal, Ph.D.
Research Project: Acrylamide Determination in Food Using Near Infrared Spectroscopy

Work Experience 💼

Graduate Assistant (2021–Present) 🏫 – Boise State University, USA

Teaching Assistant (Spring 2022) 👨‍🏫 – Micron School for Materials Science and Engineering, Boise State University

Organic Chemistry Lab Instructor (Fall 2020) 🔬 – Department of Chemistry, Boise State University

Discussion Leader (Spring & Fall 2018) 💬 – Department of Chemistry, Boise State University

Learning Assistant (2017-2018) 📚 – Advising & Academic Support Center, Boise State University

Senior Enlisted Leader (2020-2021) 🏥 – Idaho State COVID Task Force, Idaho National Guard

Representative for Non-Traditional Student Experience (2019-2020) 🎓 – New Student Services, Boise State University

Integrated Systems Electronics Mechanic (1999-2021) ⚙️ – U.S. Army Air Support Facility, Boise, ID

First Sergeant (1999-Present) 🎖️ – Idaho Army National Guard

Avionics Electronics Technician (1993-1999) ✈️ – U.S. Marine Corps (F/A-18C Hornet, USS Nimitz)

Research Experience 🔬

Research Assistant (2025–Present) 🌱 – Studying pulsed electric field effects on seeds for infusion kinetics of water

Research Assistant (2021–2024) 🥔 – Developing pulsed electric field technology to reduce acrylamide & oil retention in potatoes

Research Assistant (2021–2022) 🧪 – Synthesizing and studying self-immolative polymers (polyacetals & closed-loop polymer systems)

Undergraduate Research Assistant (2018–2021) ☕ – Designing a rapid, cost-effective method for acrylamide detection in food

Awards & Honors 🏅

Airforce Commendation Medal (2021) ✈️ – Leadership in Idaho COVID Task Force

Army Achievement Medal (2018) 🏅 – Initial implementation of US Army ACN software

Army Achievement Medal (2010) 🔥 – Operation Jaded Thunder, Mt. Home AFB, ID

Army Achievement Medal (2009) ⚔️ – Operation Pashtunwadi Badal, Reno, NV

Army Achievement Medal (2008) 🎯 – Exceptional meritorious service as M-16 Range Safety Officer

Army Commendation Medal (2007) 🎖️ – Service in Operation Enduring Freedom, Afghanistan

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