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• Croatian Language
• Linguistics
• Slavic Philology
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Ema Botica is a faculty member at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Split, Croatia, where she is affiliated with the Department of Croatian Language and Literature. She holds the academic rank of Assistant Professor and contributes to teaching and research in Croatian language and literature. Her research interests center on Croatian linguistics, philology, and literature. Given her departmental affiliation, her scholarly work likely focuses on language structure, historical development of the Croatian language, textual analysis, and literary studies within the broader South Slavic context. No recent publications are listed in the provided text, though a link to the Croatian Scientific Bibliography Database (CRORIS) suggests a record of scholarly output. Further details on her research trends and thematic focus cannot be determined without access to specific article data. There is no mention of scientific awards or honors in the available information. Ema Botica advises students as part of her academic role, though no named advisees are listed. There is no information available regarding research grants or funded projects she may lead or participate in. No details about laboratories, research teams, or collaborative centers she may be involved with were found in the provided text.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
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Goran Oreški is an Associate Professor and Head of the Laboratory at the Faculty of Informatics in Pula (University Jurja Dobrile, Croatia), where he has been employed since 2019. He teaches courses on databases, object-oriented programming, data warehousing, and artificial intelligence at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Education: Ph.D. in Informatics (2016), Faculty of Organization and Informatics Industry Experience: 9 years as software architect and programmer in banking sector Research Focus: Artificial Intelligence systems, classical machine learning algorithms, and deep learning architectures. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in autonomous vehicles, traffic monitoring, and financial risk assessment. Recent Publication Trends: 2023-2025 works emphasize generative AI for synthetic credit data, traffic object segmentation with monocular cameras, and context-aware detection models (YOLO*C). Earlier works focus on genetic algorithms and ensemble learning for imbalanced datasets. Awards: Google RFP Award for autonomous vehicle research Highly Cited Paper (Web of Science, top 1%) Best Paper at CECIIS conference Leadership: Director of FIPU Laboratory since 2022, leading projects like ai.Shuttle (autonomous mini-bus) and CenAI (industry collaboration with Cenosco).

• Business Analytics
• Decision Support Systems
• Artificial Intelligence in Business
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Vanja Bevanda is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Tourism, University of Primorska in Pula. She holds a PhD from 2002 and has been employed at the institution since 2005, contributing to the Department of Quantitative Methods. Her educational background includes a BSc (1989), MSc (1995), and PhD (2002). Research Interests : Her work focuses on decision analytics, business intelligence, artificial intelligence applications in SMEs, data mining for customer behavior analysis, tourism development strategies, and the integration of technology in education. She explores topics like AI-driven managerial journeys, microchip implant adoption, and post-pandemic technology use trends. Publications : Recent articles highlight her contributions to AI transformation in SMEs, sentiment analysis during the pandemic, and mobile BI adoption in SMEs. Her research spans both theoretical frameworks and practical case studies across Croatia and beyond. Teaching : She teaches courses including Business Decision-Making, IT Project Management, and Database Systems. She emphasizes bridging theoretical knowledge with practical skills in information systems education.

• History
• Modern European History
• Croatian History
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Edi Miloš is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Split, Croatia. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in modern European and Croatian history, including Contemporary Historiography, Early Modern History of France, and the Croatian Peasant Movement. His research interests include modern European history, Croatian political movements, and historiographical methods. His academic focus spans 20th-century world history and national movements within the Balkan context. He is actively involved in teaching and academic service, with no indication of part-time or retired status. Teaching Responsibilities: Contemporary Historiography (Undergraduate) Early Modern History of France (Undergraduate) European and World History in the 20th Century I & II (Undergraduate) The Croatian Peasant Movement until 1918 (Graduate) While specific scientific awards and publications are not detailed in the provided text, they may be accessible via the Croatian Scientific Bibliography (CRORIS) database. There is no available information on student advising, research grants, laboratories, or collaborative teams in the current data.

Mile ŠikićView profile

Professor

• Computational Biology
• Genomics
• Deep Learning in Sequencing
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Prof. Mile Šikić is a Full Professor at the Department of Electronic Systems and Information Processing, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing (University of Zagreb). His research spans computational biology, genomics, and machine learning applications in sequencing technologies. Focus on nanopore sequencing analysis, genome assembly, and protein interaction prediction Developed tools like GraphMap , RiNALMo , and Orthobalancer Active in metagenomics, RNA structure prediction, and CUDA-based algorithm acceleration Scientific contributions include: Advances in de novo genome assembly for error-prone long reads Deep learning models for base modification detection Efficient algorithms for sequence alignment and similarity searches Technical implementations cover: GPU-accelerated sequence alignment libraries (e.g., SW# ) Web platforms for comparative protein analysis Simulation tools for epidemic spread on complex networks

• Business Process Management
• Business Intelligence
• Digital Transformation
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Lucija Ivančić is a Teaching and Research Assistant at the Department of Informatics, Faculty of Economics & Business, University of Zagreb. She is currently a PhD candidate with a focus on digital transformation, business process management, and emerging technologies like robotic process automation (RPA) and process mining. Role: Teaching and Research Assistant Department: Informatics University: University of Zagreb Research Interests: Her work bridges business process management and digital transformation, with specific expertise in RPA, process mining, and AI applications in sectors like healthcare, education, and food wholesale. She explores how digital technologies enhance organizational efficiency, customer care, and elderly independence. Publication Trends: Recent articles focus on RPA's integration challenges, process mining in healthcare, and AI-driven customer analytics. Her research often employs case studies, systematic reviews, and data-driven methodologies like K-means clustering. Scientific Awards: Deans' award for BPMN simulation modeling Deans' award for IS auditing research Additional Contributions: She investigates digital inclusion of seniors, e-learning platform implementation during the pandemic, and business-IT alignment education frameworks. Her work emphasizes practical guidelines for enterprises and policymakers.

Karla VukmanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Production Management
• ERP Systems Implementation
• Database Modeling (SQL)
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Karla Vukman is an Assistant Professor at the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology, affiliated with the Department of Wood Technology. She specializes in production management, ERP systems implementation, and wood industry optimization. Her academic role includes teaching Operations Management courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Vukman has held professional roles including Operations Manager at Conty plus d.o.o. and currently serves as project associate in EU-funded initiatives like the Development and Implementation of Professional Practice at the Faculty of Forestry studies (2020-2023). Her research focuses on integrating information systems (ERP, SQL databases) to enhance operational efficiency, with emphasis on wood processing companies and sustainable practices. Notable projects include analyzing FSC recycling certifications in Northern Europe and ERP adoption trends in the wood industry. She contributes to academic-industry collaborations through case studies in Croatian furniture manufacturing and wood waste management. Publications span technical publications like CROSBI and Google Scholar, addressing topics from FMEA frameworks in manufacturing to EU market trends in wood products. She actively participates in professional development initiatives such as the CPD4GB grant-funded program (2014–2020).

• Business Intelligence
• Digital Transformation
• E-Government
• +5 more

Dr. Ana-Marija Stjepić serves as a Researcher at the Department of Informatics , University of Zagreb Faculty of Economics , with over 9 years of teaching experience in business informatics and digital technologies. She actively contributes to research projects funded by the Croatian Science Foundation (HRZZ) and University of Zagreb , focusing on business intelligence systems, digital transformation, and technology adoption in SMEs. PhD in Business Informatics Specializes in Business Intelligence and Digital Literacy Research Interests : Her work bridges Business Process Management (BPM) with Business Intelligence (BI) , examining their alignment in organizational performance. She investigates technology adoption models (TOE framework) in SMEs, digital transformation strategies, and social media analytics in business contexts. Recent projects focus on IoT integration in BPM and green IT in education. Scientific Contributions : With 15+ peer-reviewed publications, her research spans: Senior 2030 Project : Digital solutions for elderly care PROSPER Project : Process intelligence for business performance Digital Literacy Studies : Generational differences in ICT adoption She teaches courses on database management , data warehousing , and digital governance across bachelor's, master's, and specialist degree programs.

• Linear and Multilinear Singular Integrals
• Real Harmonic/Fourier Analysis
• Differential Operators
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Professor Vjekoslav Kovac is a full professor at the Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb. He holds a PhD from UCLA (2011) under Christoph Thiele and was a Fulbright Scholar at Georgia Tech (2019-20). His research spans harmonic analysis, singular integrals, combinatorics, and number theory, with a focus on Fourier restriction problems and Erdős-type conjectures. Kovac leads the HRZZ-funded 'Fourier Analysis and Applications' grant (2023-2027) and has previously directed projects like 'Multilinear Harmonic Analysis' (2018-2023). Education: PhD, UCLA (2011); MSc, University of Zagreb (2006) Research Interests: Singular integrals, real harmonic analysis, geometric measure theory, additive combinatorics, ergodic theory He is renowned for solving longstanding open problems, including Erdős conjectures on unit fractions and irrationality. Kovac has authored/co-authored over 40 publications and mentored multiple PhD and diploma students. His awards include the Croatian National Science Award (2023) and the Brdo Award (2025 nomination). Teaching roles include courses on mathematical analysis, Fourier analysis, and competition mathematics. Grants: Current FANAP (HRZZ), Previous MUNHANAP (HRZZ), MZO/DAAD grants Media Highlights: Coverage in 'What's New' (Tao), 'TotalCroatia', and Croatian TV for resolving 40-year-old mathematical problems

Tomislav KatinićView profile

Lecturer

• Software Engineering
• Mobile Application Development
• Database Documentation
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Tomislav Katinić is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Organization and Informatics, University North, where he teaches courses in the Study of Informatics and Information Technologies, including Data Search and Documentation , Mobile Applications , and Informatization of Production . He holds a B.A. in Information Science and was formally appointed as a Lecturer on January 20, 2023. While his primary professional role is Lead Programmer at Privredna Banka Zagreb d.d., he maintains an active academic presence through teaching and student mentorship. B.A. in Information Science, Faculty of Organization and Informatics, Varaždin (2010) His research and teaching focus on software engineering , mobile application development , and database documentation . He is particularly interested in the practical implementation of information systems in production and business environments. His work bridges technical development with real-world applications in security and reporting standards. The available publications reflect a focus on electronic data security and business reporting formats like XBRL, indicating a strong interest in secure, standardized data exchange in organizational contexts. These works suggest a trend toward applied informatics in business and educational domains. Tomislav Katinić mentors students on final and diploma theses, with a public list of mentored works available through the Dabar digital repository. He is actively involved in academic supervision despite his primary employment in the private sector. He is affiliated with research visible via Google Scholar and CRORIS , though no specific scientific awards or grants are mentioned in the provided text.

• Machine Learning
• Data Science
• Computational Biology
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Tomislav Šmuc serves as Head of the Division of Electronics and Research Professor at Zagreb's Ruđer Bošković Institute, leading the Laboratory for Machine Learning and Knowledge Representation. Previously, he taught Machine Learning at the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Science (2010-2021) while maintaining his primary research affiliation. His educational background includes a PhD (1994), MSc (1991), and BSc (1986) in Electrical Engineering from the University of Zagreb. Research interests span machine learning, data science, computational biology, and complex systems, with emphasis on redescription mining, network analysis, and biomedical applications. Current projects include EU-funded initiatives SUSA, Ai4Health.Cro, MAESTRA, and MultiPlex focused on healthcare AI and data science. His publication portfolio shows strong continuity in bioinformatics and machine learning, with recent work emphasizing multi-view data integration, drug discovery, and network analysis. The 15 most recent articles demonstrate consistent output across top journals like Nature Communications and Scientific Reports, with growing emphasis on translational biomedical applications. As academic advisor, he has mentored four doctoral students including Fran Supek and Matija Piškorec. His research is supported through multiple EU grants including FP7 projects MAESTRA and MultiPlex, and current DIGITAL EU initiatives Ai4Health.Cro and SUSA. The Laboratory for Machine Learning and Knowledge Representation under his leadership focuses on developing novel algorithms for complex data analysis, with applications spanning computational biology, healthcare informatics, and network science, maintaining active collaborations across European research institutions.

Franjo PeharView profile

Associate Professor

• Scientific Communication and Publishing
• Bibliometrics
• Scientometrics
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Assoc. Prof. Franjo Pehar is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Sciences and Technologies, University of Zadar. His research focuses on scientific communication, bibliometrics, information systems, and human-computer interaction with a particular emphasis on user experience (UX) and usability. He leads projects like OPERAS-PLUS and ILO, emphasizing user-centered methodologies in digital publishing and information literacy. His work bridges quantitative research analysis and practical applications in educational and corporate digital transformation. Key research interests include bibliometric analysis of Croatian scientific fields, UX questionnaire validation, and digital publishing standards. He has contributed to multilingual MOOC development and studies on Croatian companies' readiness for digital transformation. Prof. Pehar's publications span eye-tracking studies for visual attention in digital interfaces, cross-cultural UX adaptations, and frameworks for quality objectives in scholarly communication. His projects OPERAS-PLUS and 2CODE aim to enhance cross-border digital ecosystems and business environments. He serves as a mentor in the Doctoral Studies program and maintains active collaborations with academic and industry partners. His lab focuses on advancing digital tools for libraries, publishers, and educators through innovative research and practical implementation.

• Psychometrics
• Educational Psychology
• Research Methods
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Prof. Silvija Ručević holds the position of Full Professor at the Department of Psychology within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Split, Croatia. Her professional activities include teaching and research in psychological methodologies. Affiliation: Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Split Academic Rank: Professor Her research focuses on applied psychometrics and educational psychology, with publications recorded in the Croatian Scientific Bibliography Database (CRORIS). Teaching responsibilities include leading the graduate course 'Applied psychometrics' (code 274799). Note: Specific publication details and awards are not explicitly listed in the provided text.

Daniela ŠincekView profile

Professor

• Social Psychology
• Applied Social Psychology
• Violence Prevention
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Daniela Šincek is a full professor in the Department of Psychology at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Osijek, where she contributes significantly to teaching and research in social and applied psychology. Her academic work focuses on psychological practice, supervision, and the prevention of violence in close relationships. Her research interests lie primarily in Social Psychology and Applied Social Psychology , with specialized focus on violence prevention in intimate relationships , supervision methodologies , and practical training in psychological interventions . These themes are reflected in her extensive teaching portfolio, which includes courses such as Applied Social Psychology I & II , Foundations of Social Psychology , and Prevention of Violence in Close Relationships . Daniela Šincek has developed and taught numerous courses related to psychological practice, including elective and mandatory practicum courses, indicating a strong commitment to training future psychologists through hands-on experience. She also teaches Methods of Supervision and Introduction to Practical Teaching , underscoring her role in shaping pedagogical standards within psychological education. She is affiliated with academic databases including CROSBY and Google Scholar, suggesting an active research presence, though specific publications and awards are not listed in the available text. She advises students through various practicum courses and likely supervises graduate theses, though no named students are provided. There is no mention of external grants or funded research projects in the current information. Daniela Šincek is associated with the Department of Psychology's academic and teaching teams at the University of Osijek, contributing to curriculum development and professional training in psychological sciences.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Particle Physics
• Theoretical Physics
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Marko Jerčić is an Assistant Professor in the Physics Department at the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb. His affiliation includes roles within divisions such as Experimental Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Particles and Fields, and Theoretical Physics. Research interests span experimental and theoretical domains in physics, with involvement in areas like condensed matter systems, particle physics, and astrophysics. He contributes to the department’s educational programs, including Master's and doctoral studies in physics. Published works are recorded in the Croatian Scientific Bibliography Database, though specific articles are not detailed here. No awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.