Professor | Technical University Gheorghe Asachi Iasi | Romania
Prof. Maria Harja is a distinguished figure in Engineering, internationally recognized for her sustained contributions to chemical Engineering, environmental Engineering, materials Engineering, and process Engineering. With a prolific scholarly record encompassing more than two hundred Engineering articles, numerous Engineering books, and extensive collaborative research in advanced Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Prof. Harja has established a global reputation for academic excellence and Engineering innovation. Her work spans applied Engineering domains such as inorganic products, inorganic composite materials, chemical reactor design, non-catalytic Engineering processes, integrated pollution control, and sustainable materials derived from industrial residues, particularly fly ash. Through her leadership in Engineering research projects and her role as director in multiple national and international Engineering grants, she has significantly advanced the development of eco-friendly materials, adsorption technologies, photocatalytic systems, and novel Engineering solutions for water treatment, soil improvement, and environmental protection. Prof. Harja’s research portfolio demonstrates a deep commitment to Engineering-driven societal progress, reflected in her impactful collaborations with global partners and multidisciplinary Engineering teams. Her extensive contributions to journals, editorial boards, and international scientific committees further highlight her influence in shaping Engineering research directions. She has authored over two dozen Engineering-focused books and contributed to major Engineering handbooks and scientific volumes addressing nanomaterials, environmental remediation, and sustainable construction technologies. Her participation in professional Engineering societies and her active involvement in scientific evaluation, mentoring, and knowledge dissemination underscore her dedication to advancing Engineering education and research worldwide. The societal impact of Prof. Harja’s Engineering work is evident in the development of environmentally responsible technologies, the valorization of industrial waste through Engineering innovation, and the creation of materials that support sustainable development. Her accomplishments align strongly with global priorities in environmental Engineering, chemical Engineering, and materials Engineering, reaffirming her as a leading authority in these interconnected Engineering fields. Google Scholar profile of 3569 Citations, 31 h-index, 87 i10-index.
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Featured Publications
1. Harja, M., Buema, G., & Bucur, D. (2022). Recent advances in removal of Congo Red dye by adsorption using an industrial waste. Scientific Reports, 12(1), 6087.
2. Harja, M., & Ciobanu, G. (2018). Studies on adsorption of oxytetracycline from aqueous solutions onto hydroxyapatite. Science of the Total Environment, 628(1), 36–43.
3. Bárbuţă, M., Harja, M., & Baran, I. (2010). Comparison of mechanical properties for polymer concrete with different types of filler. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 22(7), 696–701.
4. Ciobanu, G., & Harja, M. (2019). Cerium-doped hydroxyapatite/collagen coatings on titanium for bone implants. Ceramics International, 45(2), 2852–2857.
5. Sescu, A. M., Favier, L., Lutic, D., Soto-Donoso, N., Ciobanu, G., & Harja, M. (2021). TiO₂ doped with noble metals as an efficient solution for the photodegradation of hazardous organic water pollutants at ambient conditions. Water, 13(1), 19.