Corina Birleanu | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Corina Birleanu | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Awardย 

Prof. Corina Birleanu | Engineering and Technology | Full Professor at Technical University of Cluj-Napoca | Hypothesis Achievement Award

Prof. Corina Birleanu is a distinguished University Professor and PhD Supervisor in Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca (UTCN), Romania, with an academic and professional career spanning more than three decades in teaching, research, and institutional leadership. Prof. Corina Birleanu earned her Mechanical Engineering degree in Machine Building Technology from the Polytechnic Institute of Cluj-Napoca in 1986 and completed her Doctor of Science between 1992 and 1998 at UTCN, specializing in advanced tribological research focused on the theoretical and experimental behavior of alumina-based ceramic tribosystems under contact pressure. Since joining UTCN as a teaching staff member in 1992, Prof. Corina Birleanu has progressed through all academic ranks, serving as Assistant Professor, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Professor, and has held numerous senior leadership roles including Chancellor of the University Senate, Vice Dean for Internationalization, Director of the Department of Mechanical Systems Engineering, Dean of the Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Robotics and Production Management, and currently Head of the Tribology Laboratory and coordinator of the Machine Elements and Tribology research group.

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Goran Tepiฤ‡ | Engineering and Technology | Innovative Research Award

Goran Tepiฤ‡ | Engineering and Technology | Innovative Research Award

Assist. Prof. Dr Goran Tepiฤ‡, University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences, Serbia

Assist. Prof. Dr. Goran Tepiฤ‡ ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ”ฌ is a researcher and educator in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management. He earned his Ph.D. in 2019 from the University of Novi Sad, focusing on risk management in hazardous substances ๐Ÿš›โš ๏ธ. An assistant professor at the Faculty of Technical Sciences, he has published over 20 papers in leading journals ๐Ÿ“š. He co-founded Serbiaโ€™s dangerous goods cluster and serves as a safety adviser for ADR/RID transport ๐Ÿš†. His expertise spans risk analysis, logistics security, and environmental protection ๐ŸŒ. Fluent in Serbian ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ธ and English ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง, he is dedicated to advancing industrial safety and engineering.

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Education

Assist. Prof. Dr. Goran ๐ŸŽ“ is a dedicated scholar in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management. He earned his Ph.D. (2014-2020) from the Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Serbia ๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐Ÿ“Š. Before that, he completed his Masterโ€™s in Engineering Management (2013-2014) ๐ŸŽฏ and his Bachelorโ€™s with Honours in Engineering Management (2010-2013) ๐Ÿ… from the same institution. His academic journey reflects a strong commitment to engineering excellence, innovation, and management strategies. With expertise in industrial processes and technical advancements โš™๏ธ๐Ÿ“ˆ, he contributes significantly to the field through research, teaching, and leadership in engineering education. ๐Ÿš€

Experience

Assist. Prof. Dr. Goran ๐ŸŽ“ is a dedicated scholar in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management. He earned his Ph.D. (2014-2020) from the Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Serbia ๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐Ÿ“Š, after completing his Masterโ€™s in Engineering Management (2013-2014) ๐ŸŽฏ and his Bachelorโ€™s with Honours (2010-2013) ๐Ÿ… from the same institution. His academic journey showcases a deep commitment to engineering excellence, innovation, and management strategies. With expertise in industrial processes and technical advancements โš™๏ธ๐Ÿ“ˆ, he plays a vital role in research, teaching, and leadership, contributing significantly to engineering education and the future of industrial management. ๐Ÿš€

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Goran is dedicated to tackling critical industrial and environmental challenges, focusing on chemical accidents, hazardous material storage, and industrial risk analysis โš ๏ธ๐Ÿญ. His research plays a vital role in enhancing safety measures and sustainability in industrial settings ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”ฌ. Through multi-criteria analysis, he provides innovative solutions for risk assessment and decision-making ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ“Š. Additionally, his work promotes environmental awareness and sustainable industrial practices, bridging the gap between industry and ecological responsibility ๐ŸŒฑโ™ป๏ธ. His multidisciplinary contributions are shaping a safer and greener future, making a significant impact on industrial safety and environmental protection ๐Ÿš€๐ŸŒŽ.

Research Focus

Assist. Prof. Dr. Goran Tepiฤ‡’s research focuses on risk assessment, operational safety, and environmental protection in industries dealing with hazardous materials ๐Ÿš›โš ๏ธ. His work explores accidents in storage facilities, risk management in dangerous substances, and tracking hazardous goods via GPS/GSM ๐Ÿ“ก๐Ÿ“Š. He also delves into friction stir welding simulations, urban forestry for sustainability, and reducing metal pollution in water ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ’ง. His interdisciplinary approach combines engineering, logistics, and environmental science to enhance industrial safety and sustainability ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŒŽ. His contributions support efficient resource management and risk reduction strategies in metallurgy, transport, and environmental protection ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿ“‰.

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