Ultra-sensitive optical sensor system for detection of multiple pesticides in water

Year 2024

• November 7th – SCIENCE FOR SUSTAINABILITY I DAYS : The project was showcased during the “Science for Sustainability Days” initiative, which was organized by Măgurele Science Park in collaboration with BCR, INCD ECOIND, the National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation, ICPE-CA, and the National Institute of Materials Physics. This event provided a platform for the presentation of solutions aimed at addressing the challenges associated with the transition to a sustainable society.

• November 15th– ChemJobs actions at the Faculty of Chemistry.The objective of the participation was to present the project and engage master’s students who are enthusiastic about contributing to the proposed topic.

Year 2025

• Promotion article in the MSP Magazine No. 11 -pg.36-37

• “Liv I Lyngby” town fest in Kongens Lyngby (5th September, from 10:00 to 16:00). Stand from Municipality of Lyngby-Taarbæk, where WaterBlitz leaflets were distributed

• Lyngby Stadsbibliotek: short invitation to the WaterBlitz in conjunction with the book presentation “Du er giftig – og nogen vil skjule det” from Prof. Phillipe Grandjean (25th September). WaterBlitz leaflets were distributed.

“European Researchers’ Night 2025”, 26-27 Septembre 2025 ( Noaptea cercetatorilor europeni 2025) –
At the European Union level, the European Researchers’ Night is part of the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions series of the Horizon 2020 framework project. The event aims to show the general public what it means to be a researcher and how interesting research work can be.

Year 2026

On 17 February 2026, scientists from the Institute of Physical Chemistry organized interactive science demonstrations for first-grade primary school students. The children took part in simple chemistry and physics experiments focused on detecting and removing pollutants from water.

The activities were inspired by the STARDUST project (Grant No. WATER4ALL/I/20/STARDUST/2024), funded under the Water4All Partnership programme, which focuses on developing optical methods for water quality monitoring. This allowed us to translate real research on water purification and contamination detection into age-appropriate, hands-on demonstrations.

🔬🤝Who are the voices connecting research with business on February 27?
During the Science2Business event, which centered on partnerships and collaboration opportunities, Madalin Ionita, the Executive Director of the Măgurele Science Park Association, facilitated discussions regarding the advantages experienced by active members within our community. The primary objective was to establish a practical framework for dialogue between the research sector and the business environment, with a focus on pertinent examples, available resources, and potential collaboration opportunities.