Alina BUTU

Senior Scientific Researcher

National Institute of Research and Development for Biological Sciences

Bucharest, Romania

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Leading R&I in green biotech, biomanufacturing and bioresources, embedding SSbD principles in biobased solutions for agriculture, environment and bioeconomy.

My organisation

INCDSB's mission is to achieve excellence in life sciences research, through the interdisciplinary integration of research activity in four essential directions, which define the central axis of INCDSB's CDI activity: (1) agriculture, food, nutrition and food safety, (2) environment and biodiversity, (3) biomedicine and health, (4) circular bioeconomy using the trans-disciplinary valences provided by the supporting areas: bioanalysis, bioinformatics, applied biotechnologies and research in extreme environments.
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About me

I am a Senior Scientific Researcher with a strong focus on the sustainable use of bioresources, green biotechnology, and sustainable biomanufacturing within the circular bioeconomy. My work centers on the development of innovative bio-based technologies, particularly microbial biotechnologies and nature-based solutions, guided by Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design (SSbD) principles for sustainable agriculture, environmental protection, and bio-based industries.

I lead and contribute to interdisciplinary research and innovation projects at both national and European levels and actively engage in EU policy-oriented processes through the BIOEAST Initiative and the SCAR framework. Through this involvement, I contribute to strategic discussions on research and innovation priorities, as well as policy alignment in agriculture, food systems, and the bioeconomy. In parallel, I support knowledge valorization processes aimed at translating research outcomes into tangible societal and economic impact.

I am keen to build strategic partnerships within the Horizon Europe Programme, particularly in areas related to soil health, green biotechnologies, sustainable biomanufacturing, and resilient food systems. I strongly value collaboration as a driver of scientific excellence and impact and welcome opportunities to exchange expertise, co-create solutions, and develop long-term, trust-based collaborations.

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Skills

  • research and innovation management
  • applied research
  • Advanced biobased materials
  • knowledge valorization
  • (bio)technology transfer
  • Microbial biotechnology

Interests

  • Circular Bioeconomy
  • Bioinformatics
  • biomanufacturing
  • biotechnology
  • Advanced bio-based materials
  • research management
  • Responsible Research and Innovation

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