Slavica GajićView profile
Associate Professor
Dr. Slavica Gajić is an Associate Professor at the Department of General Electrical Engineering within the Faculty of Electrical Engineering at the University of Banja Luka. She holds the academic rank of docent (equivalent to Associate Professor) since July 7, 2022, having previously served as a senior assistant since September 23, 2021. Her institutional presence spans multiple faculties including Mechanical Engineering, Technology, Mining, Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and the Faculty of Philosophy where she teaches academic courses. Her research interests span several interconnected domains with signal processing as the central pillar. She has made significant contributions to image fusion techniques using Empirical Mode Decomposition, with applications in medical imaging and computer vision. A distinctive aspect of her work involves biohybrid systems, particularly utilizing honeybees as biosensors for landmine and explosives detection. This interdisciplinary research combines electromagnetic field analysis for biomedical applications with advanced signal processing techniques and machine learning approaches. Her work on electromagnet design for homogenizing electromagnetic fields demonstrates her expertise in practical electromagnetic applications. Analysis of her publication record reveals a clear research trajectory evolving from foundational work in image processing and medical image compression toward increasingly sophisticated applications in biohybrid detection systems and machine learning. Her most recent publications show a strong trend toward integrating neural network architectures with traditional signal processing methods, reflecting the broader shift in her field toward AI-enhanced methodologies. The consistent focus on practical applications in security, medical technology, and environmental monitoring demonstrates her commitment to research with real-world impact. Dr. Gajić is actively involved in multiple research projects, serving as principal investigator for national and international projects including 'Development of STEM Skills and Interests in School Children' and 'Signal Processing Methods Based on Machine Learning.' She also participates as a key researcher in numerous other projects related to signal processing on high-performance computing architectures, smart sensor technologies in bioengineering, and environmental parameter monitoring systems. Her research collaborations extend across disciplinary boundaries, with frequent partnerships in projects involving biomedical applications, landmine detection systems using bee behavior monitoring, and educational technology initiatives. She maintains active research connections with colleagues across multiple faculties at the University of Banja Luka and participates in projects funded by both national ministries and international organizations including NATO Science for Peace and Security.
