Education:
Dr.Lorena Deleanu holds a PhD in Engineering Sciences, specializing in Tribology, from “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, where she also completed her undergraduate and master’s studies. Her academic journey includes obtaining a master’s diploma in “Strategies and Politics for Management” and various certifications in quality management and linguistic competence.
Experience:
Dr.Deleanu has been with “Dunarea de Jos” University since 1986, progressing from assistant to professor in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. She has extensive teaching experience in courses such as Machine Elements, Tribology, and Standardization. Additionally, she has held positions as a design engineer at IPROMET Bucharest and a technological engineer at the Metallurgical Plant Galati.
Professional Development:
Prof. Lorena Deleanu is actively involved in the research community, contributing to projects on lubricant testing, tribological behavior of polymers, and non-destructive analysis. She is a correspondent member of the Technical Sciences Academy of Romania and serves as the vice president of the Romanian Standards Association (ASRO). Her editorial contributions include co-editing and reviewing for various scientific journals, ensuring the dissemination of high-quality research.
Research Focus:
Dr.Deleanu’s research is centered on the tribology of polymeric materials, exploring the wear and friction properties of polymers and their composites. Her work also delves into the additivation of vegetal oils to improve their tribological performance and the impact resistance of materials under ballistic and low-velocity conditions. Through her research, she aims to enhance the understanding and application of polymeric materials in various engineering contexts.