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Lena Tica is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Social and Human Sciences within the Faculty of Technical Sciences in Čačak, University of Kragujevac. She holds a PhD in Philological Sciences (English Language) from the University of Kragujevac (2022), alongside MA and BA degrees in English Language and Literature from the University of Belgrade (2011 and 2009). Her academic career at FTS Čačak began in 2009, advancing to her current position in 2023. Born: October 31, 1985 in Čačak Education: University of Belgrade (BA/MA), University of Kragujevac (PhD) Current Role: Assistant Professor (English Language) Her research spans English Language Teaching (ESL/ESP) , Anglo-American Literature , and Digital Education . Key areas include: postmodern literary analysis, AI integration in language instruction, and technology-driven pedagogical frameworks. Recent publications examine ChatGPT's impact on writing skills and social media's role in language acquisition. Notable collaborations include co-authors Lidija Palurović and Ivana Krsmanović across 12 international conference papers and journal articles since 2014. She actively participates in Erasmus+ projects, serving as coordinator since 2019, and contributes to conferences like ELALT and TIE. Her methodological innovations combine Community of Inquiry (COI) frameworks and Blended Intensive Programmes for engineering students.

• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
• Literary Studies
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Tijana Parezanović is an Associate Professor at the Faculty for Foreign Languages of Alfa BK Univerzitet in Belgrade, where she has worked since 2009. She holds a PhD in English Language and Literature from the University of Belgrade (2015) and a degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Belgrade (2007). She has served as an executive editor for [sic] and as a member of the editorial board for Reči , and is an accredited reviewer for the National Accreditation Body (since 2022). PhD: University of Belgrade, "Mitske strukture u australijskoj poeziji od 1890. do 1960. godine" (2015) MA: University of Belgrade, English Language and Literature (2007) Her research focuses on Modern Anglophone Literature , particularly postcolonial narratives, urban studies, and translation ethics. She has published extensively on topics ranging from heterotopian spaces in popular culture to metonymic metaphors in modernist novels. Her 2019 monograph Terra Australis: Mitopoetika pripadanja and 2023 textbook Osnovi prevođenja za angliste are key contributions to her field. Her scholarly work spans translations, edited volumes, and peer-reviewed articles analyzing urban spaces in literature, cultural memory in postcolonial contexts, and ethical considerations in literary translation. She has presented at international conferences in Finland, Ireland, Croatia, and Montenegro, including on topics like tourist heterotopias and deconstructing conventions in postmodern novels. Her translation portfolio includes works by J.G. Ballard, Joyce Carol Oates, and Lisa See. Tijana is a member of the European Society for the Study of English , the Association for Literary Urban Studies , and the Association of Serbian Translators . She co-developed the accredited teacher training program "Upotreba književnih sadržaja u nastavi engleskog jezika" and maintains active collaborations with scholars like Marko Lukić and Milan Marković.

• Modern Anglophone Literatures
• Literary Translation Studies
• Cultural Studies
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Branka Kovačević is a linguist and literary scholar currently affiliated with Alfa BK University's Faculty of Foreign Languages. She holds a Master's degree in literature and is pursuing a Doctorate in literature at the Faculty of Philology, University of Belgrade, focusing on Alice Munro's prose. With eight years of pedagogical experience across three institutions, she teaches English language, literature, and business English courses. Education: Bachelor's in Foreign Languages (2015, Alfa BK University, average grade 9.66) Master's in Foreign Languages (2017, Alfa BK University, average grade 10.00) Doctoral candidate in Literature (University of Belgrade, average grade 10.00) Her research focuses on contemporary Anglophone literature, literary theory, and the poetics of love. She has published nine scientific papers and participated in five international conferences. She is actively involved in academic editing, serving as a proofreader for journals like Reči and Glasnik za sociali nauke , and co-edited the student magazine MOD.LIT dedicated to British modernism. Branka demonstrates exceptional organizational skills through her roles as moderator and coordinator for events at Alfa BK University, including World Poetry Day performances, international conferences, and cultural initiatives like 'Serbia, young people and the EU' conference. She also contributes to international cooperation initiatives at the university. Scientific Affiliations: Central European Association for Canadian Studies (CEACS) member

• Anglophone Literature
• Literary Theory
• Poetics
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Melina Nikolić is a Professor at the Faculty of Foreign Languages of Alfa BK University , where she has worked since 2013. She holds a Ph.D. in English studies from the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Philology. Her academic roles include serving as an elected member of the Sector Council for Arts and Humanities (since 2024). Education Ph.D., Master's, and B.A. in English from University of Belgrade Her research focuses on Discourse Analysis , Pragmatics , and Applied Linguistics , with a specialization in Critical Discourse Analysis and Translation Studies . She has published extensively on confrontational discourse, media representation, and gendered language patterns. Recent publications (2023) include analyses of religious translation strategies and political discourse , while earlier works examined collocation patterns and pragmatic awareness in language teaching. She also co-edits Reči , a journal for language, literature, and culture. Melina Nikolić actively participates in international conferences and has organized academic events like the Language, Literature, and Culture conferences. She serves in professional associations including the Serbian Society for Foreign Languages and Literatures and the Society for Applied Linguistics of Serbia .

• Discourse Analysis
• Critical Discourse Analysis
• Pragmatics
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Dr. Ana Radović Firat is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Social and Human Sciences , Faculty of Technical Sciences in Čačak , University of Kragujevac . Born in Čačak, she teaches English language and literature courses across multiple technical programs including Information Technologies , Electrical Power Engineering , and Mechatronics . Education : Bachelor's and Master's degrees in English Language and Literature from University of Belgrade, PhD in Philological Sciences (2024) Her research focuses on intertextuality in modern poetry , ESP pedagogy , and cross-cultural literary analysis . Publications examine works by Richard Berengarten, John Fowles, and Tom Waits, with particular attention to eco-poetics, social marginalization, and technical English instruction. Recent research trends include: Intertextual relationships between Serbian and Anglophone poetry ESP methodology in technical education Social media impact on language learning Symbolism in 21st-century literature Victorian era social perceptions Emerging pedagogical techniques No scientific awards listed in available sources. Teaching activities include: Lectures in 6 technical study programs Supervision of academic writing skills Development of ESP curricula

• Philological Sciences
• English Language
• Intertextuality
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Panajotović Artea is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Foreign Languages , Alfa BK University , specializing in Anglophone literature, Anglo-Chinese cultural relations, Chinese philosophy, and translation studies. She holds a PhD in English Studies from the University of Belgrade and has received multiple scholarships from Serbian institutions for academic excellence. Education: PhD in English Studies (University of Belgrade), focusing on Taoism in Ursula Le Guin's work. Research: Explores intersections of Eastern and Western thought, postcolonial theory, and narrative structures. Publications: Authored a monograph on Ursula Le Guin and Taoism (2022), co-authored a bilingual dictionary (2015), and contributed to edited collections on language, literature, and technology. Academic Leadership: Serves as President of Alfa BK University's Commission for Publishing Activities and editor for journals like Reča . Participates in conference organizing committees and peer-review processes.

• Anglophone Literature
• Anglo-Chinese Cultural Relations
• Chinese Philosophy
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Vedran Cvijanović is an academic affiliated with Singidunum University, specializing in the history of world literature with a focus on Anglo-Saxon and German literature. His research emphasizes critical analysis of figures like Johann Georg Hamann, Herder, and Faulkner, exploring themes such as myth, religious symbolism, and the intersection of philosophy and literature. Education: He holds a Doctorate in Literature from the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Philology (2012-2018), a Master's in Language, Literature, and Culture (2011-2012), and a Bachelor's in English Language and Literature (2007-2011). His high school education was at Smederevo Grammar School’s Philology Department (2003-2007). Research Interests: His work spans German Enlightenment thought, Romanticism, philosophical hermeneutics, and religious motifs in literature. Key areas include Hamann’s critique of rationalism, the role of myth in aesthetics, and comparative analyses of literary figures like Faulkner's characters and Cervantes' Don Quixote. Publications: Over 15 peer-reviewed articles between 2013-2024, focusing on topics like Hamann’s hermeneutics, religious symbolism in dystopian fiction, and the philosophical underpinnings of Romanticism. His 2025 book Johan Georg Haman u anglosaksonskoj kritici explores Hamann’s reception in Anglophone critique. Awards/Grants: No formal awards or grants listed in the provided texts. Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliations mentioned, but his work aligns with interdisciplinary humanities research.

• Anglo-Saxon Literature
• German Literature
• Romanticism
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