Contribuții la istoria Lipovei otomane în secolul al XVII-lea

In the following pages one can read about the life and career of prof. dr. Corneliu Pădurean, born in Arad in 1952. Professor Pădurean dedicated most of his life to the study of history, to population studies and demography, being one of the most important historians Arad ever had. A remarkable teacher, historian and researcher, Professor Pădurean pursued his childhood dream to become a respectable member of his community. He worked as teacher, school inspector, professor at “Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad and the Doctoral School of the University of Oradea. He published books, studies, organized conferences and other scientific events, fighting to put his home town, Arad, on the map of academic cities in Romania. He was distinguished for his tireless work with several medals and distinctions, accepted as member in professional organizations and associations. Besides his outstanding professional activity, Corneliu Pădurean was a great father for his two children and an amazing grandfather for his nieces whom he loved deeply till the end of his days.