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Jelena Vesković is a Researcher at the Department of Analytical Chemistry and Quality Control, Technical Faculty in Bor, University of Belgrade. Her work focuses on environmental chemistry, health risk assessment, and pollution source apportionment using advanced statistical models. Research Interests: Jelena specializes in analyzing potentially toxic elements in water and soil systems. Her studies integrate Monte Carlo simulations, multivariate analysis, and receptor models to assess contamination sources and health risks. Key areas include groundwater pollution, rare earth elements, and urban sediment toxicology. Recent Publications: Her 2025–2024 articles investigate radiological risks in groundwater, dietary cadmium exposure, PAH contamination in lakes, and soil-to-groundwater heavy metal migration using Monte Carlo and multivariate methods. Laboratory Affiliation: Works in the Department of Analytical Chemistry and Quality Control, contributing to environmental monitoring projects in mining regions and urban environments.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Health Risk Assessment
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Milica Luković is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Hotel Management and Tourism (University of Kragujevac). Her career spans roles in Natural Resource Management , Ecotourism , and Food and Beverage Management , with a focus on sustainable practices. Education: BSc in Biology, University of Belgrade (2008) MSc in Agriculture, University of Belgrade (2011) PhD in Agriculture, University of Belgrade (2019) Research interests center on sustainable tourism , nature conservation , ethnobotany , and ethnogastronomy , particularly in the context of rural development and biocultural heritage. Her work integrates ecological studies with tourism frameworks for environmental stewardship. Recent publications (2022–2025) explore topics like halophytic vegetation , regenerative tourism in biosphere reserves, and traditional food products in pandemic-era tourism. These span disciplines including Food Science , Ecosystem Services , and Environmental Management . Projects include collaborations with The Rufford Foundation on coastal and saline ecosystem conservation and UNESCO-MaB initiatives related to climate change and biosphere reserves.

• Sustainable Use of Natural Resources
• Ecotourism
• Nature Conservation
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Aleksandar D. Lolić is a Full Professor in the Department of Analytical Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade, where he has served since 2003. His career progression includes Assistant Trainee (2003-2007), Assistant (2007-2014), Assistant Professor (2014-2019), Associate Professor (2019-2024), and Full Professor (2024-present). He actively contributes to academic governance as a member of the Faculty Council and enrollment committees. His educational background: Undergraduate studies in Chemical Sciences, University of Belgrade - Faculty of Chemistry (1991-1999) Master's degree in Chemical Sciences, same institution (2000-2006) Doctorate in Chemical Sciences (2008-2012) Dr. Lolić's research centers on developing electrochemical sensors and flow injection analysis methods for environmental and pharmaceutical applications. His work emphasizes pollutant detection in complex matrices, active pharmaceutical substance analysis, and biologically active compound investigation. Key methodologies include amperometric detection, modified electrodes, and advanced flow systems for sensitive quantification of contaminants. His publication trends (2021-2023) reveal concentrated efforts in environmental toxicology and pharmaceutical electroanalysis. Recent work addresses heavy metal risks in soil/water/cosmetics, ibuprofen detection via polyglycine-modified electrodes, and ascorbic acid sensing using composite materials. These studies consistently employ flow injection systems coupled with electrochemical detection for real-sample analysis. No scientific awards are documented in the available information. He participates in significant research initiatives including the active Horizon 2020 project IMPTOX (2021-2025) investigating micro/nano-plastics and environmental pollutants' impact on allergic disease risks. Previously, he contributed to a national fundamental project (2011) developing electrochemical/flow methods for environmental monitoring. His teaching portfolio includes Analytical Chemistry 2, Flow Methods in Analytical Chemistry, and Modern Instrumental Methods. He leads the Research Group for Development and Application of Analytical Sensors and Investigation of Biologically Active Compounds, focusing on electrochemical sensor innovation and flow injection system optimization within the Department of Analytical Chemistry laboratories.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Electrochemical Sensors
• Flow Injection Analysis
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Branimir S. Jovančićević is a Full Professor at the University of Belgrade, Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Applied Chemistry. He has held significant administrative roles, including Dean of the Faculty (2009-2015) and Head of the Department of Applied Chemistry (since 2015). His research focuses on organic geochemistry and environmental chemistry, particularly in petroleum pollutants, bioremediation, and geochemical analysis of sediments. Education: PhD in Chemistry (University of Belgrade, 1993) Key projects: AGRIPLAST, PFAStwin, PhytoPFAS (EU/German/National funding) Leadership: President of Serbian Chemical Society’s Section for Environmental Chemistry, Secretary of Serbian Humboldt Club His publications emphasize biomarkers, coal petrology, and environmental pollution. He serves on editorial boards and international committees, including the European Association of Environmental Chemistry’s Scientific Committee.

• Organic Geochemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Petroleum Chemistry
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Prof. Dr. Maja Vukašinović-Sekulić is a Full Professor at the Department of Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology at the Technical-Metallurgical Faculty, University of Belgrade. She was elected to her current professorial position on October 16, 2023. Her office is located in the large TMF building, office 70, and she can be reached at vukasinovic@tmf.bg.ac.rs or by phone at 011/3303845 ext. 845. Professor Vukašinović-Sekulić specializes in Microbiology, Food Microbiology, Biochemical Engineering, and Biotechnology, with a particular focus on antimicrobial research and fermentation technology. Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as Microbiology and Microbiological Food Analytics, Genetics, Industrial Microbiology, Professional Practice, Technology of Fermented Milk Products, and Pharmaceutical Microbiology. Her research interests center around essential oils and their antimicrobial properties, food safety, probiotics, fermentation processes, and pharmaceutical microbiology. She has supervised numerous doctoral, master's, and undergraduate students whose work has explored the antimicrobial effects of essential oils, particularly against pathogens like Candida albicans, Saccharomyces boulardii, and various bacterial strains. Professor Vukašinović-Sekulić's publication record includes significant contributions to carbohydrate polymers research, particularly in nanocomposite hydrogels, as well as important work on lactic acid production from distillery waste, demonstrating her commitment to sustainable bioprocessing and waste valorization. She has mentored an extensive number of students across multiple academic levels, with recent thesis topics focusing on the application of essential oils in treating candidiasis, comparative antifungal activity of essential oils, antibacterial effects against probiotic strains, and the impact of various factors on antimicrobial activity of essential oils.

• Microbiology
• Food Microbiology
• Biochemical Engineering
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Maja M. Natić is a Full Professor in the Department of Analytical Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade . She has held various academic roles since her professional associate appointment in 1999, including Researcher-intern, Assistant Trainee, Assistant, and eventually achieving the title of Full Professor in 2022. She actively participates in teaching courses like Analytical Chemistry 1 , Separation Methods , and Classical Analytical Chemistry for pharmaceutical chemistry students. Undergraduate: Chemical Sciences (University of Belgrade, 1998) Master's: Chemical Sciences (University of Belgrade, 2003) Doctorate: Chemical Sciences (University of Belgrade, 2008) Her research focuses on analytical chemistry of phenolic compounds , chromatographic methods for food authentication , and environmental pollutant analysis . She has led projects on Serbian wine authentication, soil contamination assessment between Serbia and Slovakia, and bioactive compound extraction from raspberry waste. Her work frequently employs TLC, HPLC, and LC-MS techniques. Key research trends include phenolic fingerprinting of honey, berries, and plant extracts; antioxidant capacity evaluation ; and structure-retention relationships in chromatography. She has published extensively on these topics in journals like Food Chemistry , Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry , and Journal of the Serbian Chemical Society .

• Analytical Chemistry
• Phenolic Compounds Analysis
• Chromatography Techniques
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Prof. Ksenija A. Stojanović holds the position of Full Professor at the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Chemistry , Department of Applied Chemistry. She has been affiliated with the Faculty since 2008, progressing from Assistant Professor (2008–2013), to Associate Professor (2013–2018), and Full Professor since 2018. Education: PhD in Chemistry (2000–2004), Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade Postdoctoral studies at the Institute of Petroleum Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences (2006–2007) Research focuses on organic geochemistry , chemometry , and environmental chemistry . Her work includes biomarker analysis, oil-source rock correlations, and studies on lignite and lacustrine sediments. She has led or contributed to national and international projects, including investigations into lignite utilization and organophosphate flame retardants. Awards: 2006: Best Paper Prize for Young Researchers at the International Conference on Oil and Gas Chemistry 2011: American Chemical Society Reviewing Award Administrative roles include serving as Chair of the Admission Committee for Basic and Integrated Studies (2016–2022) and Deputy Chairman of the Faculty Board (2018–2020). She is a member of the Serbian Chemical Society and European Association of Organic Geochemists. Her teaching covers courses such as Industrial Chemistry , Geochemistry and Soil Pollutants , and Biomarkers in Geological Evolution .

• Organic Geochemistry
• Chemometry
• Environmental Chemistry
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Prof. Dr. Aleksandra Perić-Grujić is a Full Professor at the Department of Analytical Chemistry and Quality Control within the Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy at the University of Belgrade . She has been active in academia since 2013, with a focus on quality control systems and environmental chemistry. Her work spans pharmaceutical industry standards, instrumental analytical methods, and laboratory accreditation. Email: alexp@tmf.bg.ac.rs Office: TMF building, room 252b Research Interests include: Environmental Chemistry: Monitoring heavy metals in water, soil, and sediments Analytical Chemistry: Development of instrumental methods and chemometric models Quality Control: Pharmaceutical industry standards, accreditation of laboratories Adsorption Materials: Chitosan-based hydrogels for pollutant removal Chemometrics: Data analysis techniques for metal alloys and environmental studies Food Industry Applications: Quality management in food production and distribution Recent Publications address topics like metal alloy similarity modeling, heavy metal adsorption by hydrogels, and chemometrics in environmental analysis. Her work demonstrates interdisciplinary applications of analytical chemistry in pollution control and industrial quality assurance. Mentoring involves guiding students in doctoral and master's theses on themes such as: Heavy metal removal using waste materials Quality management in pharmaceutical and polymer industries Chemical analysis of consumer products and environmental samples Standardization of laboratory practices and industrial processes

• Quality Control
• Environmental Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
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Aleksandar R. Popović is a Full Professor at the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Applied Chemistry. He holds a PhD from the same institution and has held academic positions since 1997, progressing from Teaching Assistant to Full Professor by 2013. His research focuses on environmental pollutants, waste material reuse, and atmospheric deposition, leveraging biomonitoring techniques. He has led or participated in multiple national and international research projects, including studies on soil contamination, airborne pollutants, and environmental risk assessment. Beyond academia, he served as Serbia's Minister of Science and Environmental Protection (2004–2007) and Minister of Mining and Energy (2007–2008). Education: Bachelor's in Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade (1988–1993) Master's in Chemistry, Florida State University (1994–1996) PhD in Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade (1996–2002) Research Projects: Active: International Cooperation - COST Actions project (2022–2026) Completed: National Fundamental Research Projects on pollutant dynamics and soil contamination Committee Roles: Chairman of the Committee for Recognition of Foreign Higher Education Documents (2021–2024) Member of the Committee for Education Strategy His research interests emphasize chemical transformations of pollutants, waste material repurposing, and environmental chemistry. Notable work includes studies on PAHs in food products, trace metal speciation in sediments, and bioindicator applications using moss. His recent publications (2021–2025) address environmental pollution impacts on ecosystems, human health risks, and innovative remediation techniques. Grants and collaborations include funding from the European Commission and Serbian and Slovak governmental bodies. His interdisciplinary approach bridges analytical chemistry, environmental science, and policy, reflecting his dual academic and governmental experience.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Pollutant Transformation
• Waste Material Reusage
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Rada M. Baosic is a Full Professor at the Department of Analytical Chemistry , Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade. She has held multiple academic roles including Associate Professor (2014-2022), Assistant Professor (2004-2014), and various administrative positions such as Vice-Dean for Academic Affairs and Secretary of the Serbian Chemical Society. Education : Undergraduate (1985-1992), Master's (1992-1997), and Ph.D. (1997-2004) in Chemical Sciences from University of Belgrade - Faculty of Chemistry. Research interests focus on analytical chemistry with specializations in planar chromatography , electrochemical sensors , structure-retention relationships , and antioxidant activity studies . Her work explores molecular separation mechanisms, sensor development, and chromatographic modeling. Research trends include: (1) Electrochemical sensor optimization for pharmaceutical compounds, (2) Structure-retention modeling of metal complexes, (3) Environmental applications like honey analysis and lichen biomonitoring, and (4) Cultural heritage studies using mass spectrometry. Scientific awards : 2019 Medal from Serbian Chemical Society for teaching excellence 2021 Meritorious Member award from Serbian Chemical Society 2023 Gratitude Sign for long-term contributions Administrative roles include Vice-Dean for Academic Affairs (2013-2015, 2020-2023), Head of Publishing Center Council, and numerous committee memberships. She also collaborates with Petnica Science Center and contributes to national chemistry competitions.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Planar Chromatography
• Separation Mechanisms
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Jelena Dj. Trifkovic serves as Full Professor in the Department of Analytical Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade, where she was promoted from Assistant Trainee (2003) through Associate Professor (2019) to her current position (2024). She concurrently holds leadership roles as Vice-Dean for Teaching and Secretary of the Serbian Chemical Society since 2020. Her academic foundation includes undergraduate (1995-2001), Master's (2003-2006), and Doctoral studies (2011-2013) in Chemical Sciences, all completed at the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Chemistry. Trifkovic's research centers on chromatographic separation techniques and chemometrics for food authenticity verification, particularly focusing on bee products like honey and propolis. Her methodology integrates advanced analytical instrumentation with multivariate data analysis to establish quality control protocols and detect adulteration, significantly contributing to food safety standards in the Balkan region. Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent innovation in HPTLC image analysis and multi-technique approaches (GC, LC, electrochemical methods) for natural product authentication. Her work demonstrates increasing international collaboration, with recent publications emphasizing standardized protocols for regulatory compliance and health benefit validation of food components. She actively secures competitive research funding, including Horizon Europe's PFAStwin project (2022-2025) and UNDP-funded valorization initiatives (2023-2024), alongside leadership in bilateral projects on bee product authentication with Croatian and Slovenian institutions. Trifkovic maintains strong laboratory networks through her affiliation with Slovenia's National Chemical Institute Food Chemistry Laboratory and coordinates multiple university committees focused on curriculum development and quality assurance in chemical education.

• Separation Methods
• Liquid Chromatography
• Chemometrics
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Dr. Snezana S. Trifunovic is a full-time Researcher at the Faculty of Chemistry , University of Belgrade, affiliated with the Department of Organic Chemistry. She holds ORCID 0000-0001-9528-6686 and ResearcherID Q-5612-2016. Education: University of Belgrade PhD in Chemical Sciences (2006), Master's (1997), and BSc (1991) Academic roles: Scientific Advisor since 2018, Senior Research Associate (2012–2018), Research Associate (2007–2013), Assistant (1998), Assistant Trainee (1992) Her research focuses on phytochemistry , natural product analysis , and bioorganic chemistry , with particular interest in secondary metabolite profiling, plant-derived anticancer agents, and chemical characterisation of medicinal species. Recent projects include metabolomics for schizophrenia biomarker discovery (2021–2024) and portable GC-MS/LC-MS methods development for OPCW field testing (2017–2021). Publications emphasize bioactive natural products , polymer chemistry , and plant metabolite bioactivity across two decades of research output. Active in international collaboration with the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), she has contributed to 5 major research projects since 1998, including transgenic plant studies for anticancer compounds and chemoprotective DNA assays. Current work involves metabolomic fingerprinting of neuropsychiatric disorders and development of portable analytical devices.

• Chemistry of natural products
• Phytochemistry
• Analytics of organic compounds
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Jelena P. Blagojević Filipović is a Researcher at the Department of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade, and an active member of the Innovative Centre of the Faculty of Chemistry in Belgrade, Ltd., since 2017. She also held a position as a Scientific Associate at Informativni centar in 2019. Educational Background: BSc in Chemistry (2011), University of Belgrade - Faculty of Chemistry MSc in Chemistry (2012), University of Belgrade - Faculty of Chemistry PhD in Chemistry (2018), University of Belgrade - Faculty of Chemistry Research Interests: Her work focuses on inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and broader fields within general chemistry. Her research aligns with the interdisciplinary initiatives of the Faculty of Chemistry and its affiliated research centers. Participation in Scientific Projects: She contributed to the National Fundamental Research Project 172065, funded by Serbia's Ministry of Science and Technological Development, which underpins her expertise in chemistry. Contact: Email: jbfilipovic@chem.bg.ac.rs

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• General Chemistry
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Prof. Dr. Miloš Ž Papić is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Technical Sciences Čačak , University of Kragujevac, Serbia. He serves as a City Councilor in Čačak for Education, Science, and Culture, spearheading initiatives like the Čačak Culture Strategy (2023-2027) and launching the Čačak Culture Portal . Education: BSc, MSc, and PhD in Industrial/Engineering Management from University of Kragujevac institutions Research Interests: Information Systems, Environmental Management, Entrepreneurial Education, and Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) His research spans interdisciplinary applications of IT in education, tourism, and environmental protection, with recent work on: Digital dialogue systems in classrooms Soil contamination analysis using MCDM Cheating behavior in academic settings Beer tourism market analysis AI in educational outcomes prediction Scientific Contributions include over 90 publications, with 15 recent articles focusing on IT integration in tourism (2023-2024), municipal waste management (2024), and educational technologies (2022). Notable collaborations involve partnerships with Dušan Garabinović on tourism analytics and Marija Blagojević on environmental modeling.

• Information Systems
• Industrial Management
• Environmental Engineering
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Dragana Zivojinovic is an Associate Professor at the Department of Analytical Chemistry and Quality Control , Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade . Her research focuses on chemometrics, analytical methods in process control, and quality assurance across various domains including water analysis, food safety, and environmental monitoring. Research Interests: She specializes in developing chemometric approaches for analytical problem-solving, with particular emphasis on environmental and industrial quality control. Her work involves optimizing analytical methods for trace element detection, chemical sensor applications, and environmental impact assessments. Publications: Recent work includes chemometric analysis for fly ash geopolymers, pharmaceutical removal from water using waste materials, and quality control methods in tire manufacturing. Her research spans environmental engineering, food chemistry, and industrial process optimization. Contact: Email: gaga@tmf.bg.ac.rs

• Analytical Chemistry
• Chemometrics
• Quality Control
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