Education:
Mr. Cătălin-Ioan Zamfir holds a PhD in Horticulture from the Iași University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine "Ion Ionescu de la Brad," where he also completed his postdoctoral research in Horticulture. He has a Master's degree in Beverages Technology and Quality Control and a Diplomatic Engineer degree in Horticulture. Additionally, he completed levels 1 and 2 of the Department for Teaching Staff Training at the same university. His educational foundation was laid at the Military High School "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" in Constanța, where he earned his High School Diploma.
Professional Experience:
Since April 2015, Mr. Cătălin-Ioan Zamfir has been serving as a Scientific Researcher Grade III at the Romanian Academy Iași Branch, Research Center for Oenology. Prior to this, he was a Scientific Research Assistant at the same institution from April 2005 to April 2015. He briefly held the position of Director at the Research-Development Station for Viticulture and Winemaking Iași in 2014. Concurrently, he has been a Lecturer and Assistant Associate at the Iași University of Life Sciences since October 2005. In addition to his academic roles, he is the Company Administrator and Shareholder of S.C. VINSANTO S.R.L., a position he has held since August 2018, where he oversees business and management consulting activities.
Research Interests:
Mr. Cătălin-Ioan Zamfir's research interests are deeply rooted in the field of Oenology, with a focus on the quality control of beverages. His work encompasses various aspects of winemaking, including the study of maceration-fermentation technologies for red wines, the impact of climate change on viticulture, and the development of innovative fermentation and maturation techniques. He is committed to enhancing the authenticity and specific features of wines produced from local grape varieties, ensuring high-quality standards and sustainable practices in the winemaking process.
Digital Skills:
He possesses strong digital skills, including proficiency in statistical analysis software, Microsoft Office, and various video conferencing platforms such as Zoom, Cisco Webex, Skype, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet. He also has excellent organizational and managerial skills.