Ana-Maria-Roxana Istrate

Dr. Ana-Maria-Roxana Istrate

"Ion Ionescu de la Brad" Iasi University of Life Sciences, Iaşi, Romania
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Biography

I am a landscape architecture researcher and lecturer whose work explores the relationship between planting design, ecological performance, and human experience in contemporary landscapes. My research integrates field observation, plant typology studies, and evidence-based design to understand how planted systems, urban microclimates, and green infrastructure can support resilient, adaptive, and community-oriented environments. I am particularly interested in how plant selection, spatial composition, and maintenance strategies influence long-term ecological outcomes in public spaces. In parallel with research, I am actively engaged in educational innovation, developing learning experiences that connect students with real-world contexts, professional networks, and critical thinking in design. I collaborate with practitioners, public institutions, and professional associations to strengthen the dialogue between academia and practice, contributing to juries, panels, workshops, and interdisciplinary projects. My broader goal is to advance a research culture that remains both scientifically rigorous and grounded in the challenges of contemporary landscape practice. I value transparent methodology, collaborative inquiry, and approaches that integrate ecological, cultural, and social dimensions. Through my work, I aim to support the development of sustainable landscapes, informed decision-making, and a deeper understanding of how designed environments shape everyday life

Affiliations

"Ion Ionescu de la Brad" Iasi University of Life Sciences

Iaşi, Romania

Honors and Awards

honor

Diploma of Bronze Medal at EuroInvent Book Salon

EuroInvent

Ana-Maria-Roxana IStrate, Vasile Stoleru, 2023 - Gradina de legume pe strat inaltat. Cercetari peisagistice aplicate. BOOK

Experience

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