Dr. AncaMelintescu at National Institute of Physics and Nuclear Engineering, Romania
Anca Melintescu is a Senior Researcher I at the Horia Hulubei National Institute for Physics and Nuclear Engineering in Romania. With over two decades of experience, she specializes in environmental physics, radioecology, and nuclear risk assessment. She has been a consultant for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and has contributed significantly to international radiological impact assessment programs. As an Associate Editor for the Journal of Environmental Radioactivity, she actively reviews scientific work for leading journals. She has received multiple awards for her research contributions and remains a key figure in nuclear environmental studies.
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Academic Background
Anca Melintescu earned her PhD in Nuclear Physics from the University of Bucharest, with a thesis on radionuclide transfer in the environment (Magna cum laude). She completed an MSc in Applied Nuclear Physics and a BSc in Physics at the same university. Her academic journey also included research fellowships at prestigious institutions, such as the University of Nottingham, National Institute for Radiological Sciences in Japan, and European research centers in Germany. Through these experiences, she gained expertise in radiological modeling, environmental impact assessments, and nuclear safety, shaping her distinguished career in nuclear and environmental physics.
Professional Experience
Anca Melintescu has been a Senior Researcher I at the Horia Hulubei National Institute for Physics and Nuclear Engineering since 2024. Previously, she held roles as Senior Researcher II (2011–2024), Senior Researcher III (2005–2011), and Scientific Researcher (1999–2005) at the same institute. She began her career as a Junior Scientific Researcher in 1996. Her work spans nuclear risk assessment, environmental radioactivity, and mathematical modeling of radionuclide transfer. She has collaborated extensively with international research groups and has contributed to various IAEA programs, making a significant impact in the field of environmental nuclear physics.
Awards and Honors
Anca Melintescu received the prestigious Horia Hulubei Award from the Romanian Academy (2019) for her studies on Organically Bound Tritium. She was also honored with the Serban Titeica Award (2005) for her remarkable contributions as a young researcher. Additionally, she secured a Horia Hulubei Grant in 2002 for her work on tritium modeling in animal products. Her contributions have been recognized through multiple fellowships and invitations as a guest researcher at leading international institutions. These accolades highlight her significant impact on nuclear environmental science and her commitment to advancing knowledge in the field.
Research Focus
Anca Melintescu specializes in mathematical modeling of radionuclide transfer in ecosystems, nuclear risk assessment, and environmental radioactivity. Her research includes dynamic models for tritium (³H) and radiocarbon (¹⁴C) transfer in soil, plants, animals, and aquatic ecosystems. She investigates dry and wet deposition of radionuclides, atmospheric-land interactions, and radiation exposure assessment for biota and humans. As a consultant for IAEA, she contributes to international radiological safety programs. Her work integrates agro-meteorology, plant physiology, and animal metabolism to improve environmental impact assessments, making her a key expert in nuclear environmental physics and radioecology.
Publication Top Notes
🔹 Dynamic model for tritium transfer in an aquatic food chain
📅 Year: 2011 | Cited by: 55 | 📖 Radiation and Environmental Biophysics
🔹 An overview of organically bound tritium experiments in plants following a short atmospheric HTO exposure
📅 Year: 2013 | Cited by: 53 | 📖 Journal of Environmental Radioactivity
🔹 Modelling ³H and ¹⁴C transfer to farm animals and their products under steady state conditions
📅 Year: 2007 | Cited by: 52 | 📖 Journal of Environmental Radioactivity
🔹 Radon-222 related influence on ambient gamma dose
📅 Year: 2018 | Cited by: 50 | 📖 Journal of Environmental Radioactivity
Conclusion
Dr. Anca Melintescu is a distinguished researcher in nuclear physics, environmental radioactivity, and radiological impact assessment, with over 25 years of experience at the Horia Hulubei National Institute for Physics and Nuclear Engineering. She has made significant contributions as a consultant for IAEA programs (MODARIA, EMRAS, MEREIA), collaborating with prestigious institutions worldwide. Her excellence is recognized through awards like the Horia Hulubei Award (2019) and Serban Titeica Award (2005), along with Marie Curie and Royal Society Fellowships. With 40+ ISI-indexed publications, editorial roles, and leadership in international research, she is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.