Dr. Habil. Cristina-Elena Ciomaga (née Fedor) is a Scientific Researcher II Habilitated, Associate Professor in the Department of Exact and Natural Sciences at the Interdisciplinary Research Institute (ICI) within Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași, Romania. She has over 20 years of research experience in advanced functional and ceramic materials, especially focusing on ferroelectric oxides, porous ceramics and magnetoelectric composites. She also plays a leadership role in research projects and doctoral training at UAIC. (icpams.com)
Academic Background & Career
Dr. Ciomaga received her Ph.D. in Physics from Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (2007) and has since developed a strong academic and research track record at UAIC, progressing through research and teaching roles. She holds positions in both the Faculty of Physics and the Institute of Interdisciplinary Research. (phys.uaic.ro)
She has also been a visiting researcher at international institutions, including Université d’Artois (France), Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain) and CNR-ISTEC (Italy). (icpams.com)
Research Focus & Scientific Contributions
Dr. Ciomaga’s scholarly work centres on functional ceramic and oxide materials:
- Ferroelectric perovskite ceramics such as BaTiO₃ and solid solutions (Ba(Zr,Ti)O₃, (Ba,Ca)(Ti,Zr)O₃), investigating their structural, dielectric, ferroelectric and piezoelectric behavior. (brainmap.ro)
- Role of porosity in tailoring functional properties of ceramic materials for sensors and energy applications, combining experimental and modelling approaches. (Google Scholar)
- Magnetoelectric composites and multiferroic materials with emergent dielectric–magnetic coupling. (ici.uaic.ro)
- Exploration of dielectric relaxation and conduction mechanisms in complex oxide systems. (brainmap.ro)
- Polymer-ferroelectric composites and hybrid materials investigated for flexible device applications. (ResearchGate)
Her research integrates materials synthesis, structural/microstructural characterization and functional property measurements, advancing understanding of how microstructure and composition control emergent functionalities in oxide ceramics. (netpore.eu)
Publication Record & Citation Impact
According to her most recent CV and bibliometric data:
- Total publications: ~90 scientific publications including ~74 articles indexed in Web of Science (ISI) and additional conference papers and book chapters. (phys.uaic.ro)
- Citation impact: Over 1300 citations in ISI-indexed journals (excluding self-citations). (phys.uaic.ro)
- Hirsch index (h-index): ≈ 24 on Web of Science/Scopus and ≈ 26 on Google Scholar, indicating sustained influence in materials science. (phys.uaic.ro)
Her published works appear predominantly in Q1 and Q2 journals in ceramics, multifunctional materials and applied physics. (phys.uaic.ro)
Most Cited Papers & Representative Works
Dr. Ciomaga has co-authored many influential papers demonstrating structural–functional relationships in ceramic materials, including:
- “Modifications of structural, dielectric and ferroelectric properties induced by porosity in BaTiO₃ ceramics with phase coexistence” — Journal of Alloys and Compounds — a key work on controlled porosity in lead-free materials. (phys.uaic.ro)
- Effect of porosity on functional properties of lead-free piezoelectric BaZr₀.₁₅Ti₀.₈₅O₃ porous ceramics — Materials — analyzing dielectric and piezoelectric responses for energy harvesting applications. (phys.uaic.ro)
- Elastic composites with PDMS and polysulfone-supported silver nanoparticles as filler — Polymer — demonstrating hybrid composites with tailored dielectric characteristics. (ResearchGate)
- Room temperature phase superposition and enhanced properties in BaTiO₃-based ceramics — Journal of the European Ceramic Society — exploring phase effects on dielectric/performance traits. (Google Scholar)
- Multiferroic composite ceramics sintered by spark plasma and classical methods — emphasizing synthesis effects on coupled ferroic properties. (ResearchGate)
These papers are frequently cited by researchers in electroceramics, ferroelectrics and energy-functional materials. (Google Scholar)
Books & Scholarly Chapters
Dr. Ciomaga has contributed book chapters (e.g., with Elsevier) and has served as guest editor for international journals, expanding her reach beyond empirical papers into scholarly synthesis and editorial leadership. (phys.uaic.ro)
International Cooperation & Projects
Her funded and collaborative research includes:
- Project coordinator for the PN-III national grant “Engineering of lead-free porous ceramic materials for piezo-, pyroelectric sensors with energy harvesting applications” (2021–2023), at UAIC. (uaic.ro)
- Participation as key expert in bilateral and exploratory projects within Romania and with international partners, including Université d’Artois (France) and collaborations with materials groups in Italy and beyond. (brainmap.ro)
- Engagement in EU-linked conferences and workshops (e.g., European Advanced Materials Congress, ECerS meetings) fostering cross-border scientific exchange in advanced ceramics and functional materials. (uaic.ro)
Her international cooperation spans experimental model development, multiscale modelling and energy sensor applications, linking UAIC research to European materials science networks. (brainmap.ro)
Awards & Research Leadership
Dr. Ciomaga has received numerous national awards for research excellence, been invited as a speaker at international congresses, and often chairs sessions on composite ceramic materials and functional oxide systems — reflecting her recognized expertise. (icpams.com)
She also serves as editor/reviewer for multiple peer-reviewed journals in materials science and ceramics. (phys.uaic.ro)
Academic Service & Mentorship
At UAIC, Dr. Ciomaga:
- Teaches advanced courses related to materials physics, electroceramics and nanocomposite materials. (phys.uaic.ro)
- Supervises doctoral and postdoctoral researchers in multidisciplinary topics at the intersection of solid-state physics, materials engineering and energy applications. (phys.uaic.ro)
- Participates in internal committees for research evaluation and doctoral progress. (phys.uaic.ro)
SummaryDr. Cristina-Elena Ciomaga is a leading materials scientist and interdisciplinary researcher at Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași, with ~90 publications, h-index ~24+, over 1300 citations, multiple national patents and international recognition in functional ceramics, ferroelectrics and composites. She has significantly advanced understanding of porosity effects, phase behavior and multifunctional properties in oxide systems, and maintains active international collaborations and research leadership roles. (phys.uaic.ro)