scientific advisor in Soós Ernő Research and Development Center, University of Pannonia at Hungary.
Prof. Etelka Tombácz has an extensive academic background in material science, particularly focusing on colloid and interface chemistry, nanotechnology, and environmental chemistry. She has completed advanced studies in chemistry and material sciences, laying the foundation for her pioneering research in functional nanoparticles, magnetic fluids, and humic substances. Over the years, she has become a leading figure in these fields, contributing significantly to both theoretical and applied aspects of material science.
Research Experience and Focus🧪🔬
Prof. Tombácz’s research primarily revolves around the synthesis and stabilization of magnetic fluids for biomedical applications, including drug delivery and imaging. She has also explored humic substances, especially those derived from thermal waters, and their potential applications in soil science and environmental chemistry. Additionally, she has contributed to the development of functionalized nanoparticles, including magnetite nanoparticles coated with polyanions for targeted medical and environmental uses. Her recent work focuses on understanding the antioxidant properties of humic acids, with an upcoming PhD candidate defense planned for 2025 on this topic.
Academic Leadership and Editorial Roles 💼
Prof. Tombácz has served as an influential editor and reviewer for numerous prestigious international journals, including Colloids and Surfaces A, Langmuir, Water Research, Environ. Sci. Technol., and PLOS ONE. Her expert reviews span topics in colloid science, nanotechnology, environmental chemistry, and material science. In addition to her editorial roles, she has chaired and organized several major international conferences, including the 12th International Conference on the Scientific and Clinical Applications of Magnetic Carriers and COST–RADIOMAG Annual Action Progress Conference. These roles highlight her leadership in scientific communities and her commitment to advancing research through collaborative efforts.
Awards and Honors 🏆
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Title: Colloidal behavior of aqueous montmorillonite suspensions: the specific role of pH in the presence of indifferent electrolytes
Authors: E. Tombacz, M. Szekeres
Year: 2004
Journal: Applied Clay Science
Volume/Issue: 27 (1-2), 75-94
Citations: 777
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Title: The effect of humic acid adsorption on pH-dependent surface charging and aggregation of magnetite nanoparticles
Authors: E. Illés, E. Tombácz
Year: 2006
Journal: Journal of Colloid and Interface Science
Volume/Issue: 295 (1), 115-123
Citations: 697
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Title: Surface charge heterogeneity of kaolinite in aqueous suspension in comparison with montmorillonite
Authors: E. Tombácz, M. Szekeres
Year: 2006
Journal: Applied Clay Science
Volume/Issue: 34 (1-4), 105-124
Citations: 677
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Title: Enhanced acidity and pH-dependent surface charge characterization of successively oxidized graphite oxides
Authors: T. Szabó, E. Tombácz, E. Illés, I. Dékány
Year: 2006
Journal: Carbon
Volume/Issue: 44 (3), 537-545
Citations: 602
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Title: Carbon sequestration in soil
Authors: R. Lal, W. Negassa, K. Lorenz
Year: 2015
Journal: Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability
Volume: 15, 79-86
Citations: 582
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Title: The role of reactive surface sites and complexation by humic acids in the interaction of clay mineral and iron oxide particles
Authors: E. Tombácz, Z. Libor, E. Illés, A. Majzik, E. Klumpp
Year: 2004
Journal: Organic Geochemistry
Volume/Issue: 35 (3), 257-267
Citations: 456
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Title: The role of variable surface charge and surface complexation in the adsorption of humic acid on magnetite
Authors: E. Illés, E. Tombácz
Year: 2003
Journal: Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects
Volume/Issue: 230 (1-3), 75-82
Citations: 305
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Title: Effect of activation on the surface chemistry of carbons from polymer precursors
Authors: K. László, E. Tombácz, K. Josepovits
Year: 2001
Journal: Carbon
Volume/Issue: 39 (8), 1217-1228
Citations: 292
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Title: In-situ Formation of Light-Absorbing Organic Matter in Cloud Water
Authors: A. Gelencser, A. Hoffer, G. Kiss, E. Tombácz, R. Kurdi, L. Bencze
Year: 2003
Journal: Journal of Atmospheric Chemistry
Volume: 45, 25-33
Citations: 237
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Title: Surface tension effects of humic-like substances in the aqueous extract of tropospheric fine aerosol
Authors: G. Kiss, E. Tombácz, H. C. Hansson
Year: 2005
Journal: Journal of Atmospheric Chemistry
Volume: 50, 279-294
Citations: 227