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Adi Ćorović is an Assistant Professor at the International University of Sarajevo , specializing in architectural heritage and conservation. He has served as an expert for the Commission to Preserve National Monuments of Bosnia and Herzegovina since 2007. His work includes coordinating the Preventive Conservation of the National Museum of BH (2019-2022) and overseeing the executive project for the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sarajevo (2022-2023). Notably, he was awarded the Knight Honorship by Italy's President Sergio Mattarella in 2018 for his restoration work on the Red Cross Building. Academic Role: Assistant Professor, International University of Sarajevo Key Projects: Museum of Contemporary Art (Renzo Piano layout), National Museum of BH Conservation Awards: Knight Honorship (2018) Research focuses on architectural heritage, Ottoman hammams, modernization trends in Bosnian architecture, and preventive conservation strategies. His publications span topics from 19th-century Sarajevo Bazaar facilities to intercultural dialogue through heritage restoration. Scientific awards include Knight Honorship by President of Italy (2018)

• Architectural Heritage
• Cultural Heritage Conservation
• Historic Preservation
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Dr. Haris Ćatović is a Researcher at the Institute of Language, University of Sarajevo, specializing in dialectology, lexicography, and ethnolinguistics. He has been employed since 2014 and served as a part-time assistant at the Faculty of Political Sciences. PhD in Linguistic Bosnian Studies (2023, University of Sarajevo) Master of Science in Linguistics (2017, Džemal Bijedić University) Bachelor in Bosnian Language and Literature (2013, Džemal Bijedić University) His research focuses on Bosnian dialectology, particularly analyzing jat reflexes, Kunovian script, and Southeast Bosnian speech patterns through historical surveys (1897) and modern dialectal complexes (1975–1986). He contributes to major lexicographic projects like Dževad Jahić's Rječnik bosanskog jezika and the Sandžački rječnik . Key publications include studies on phonological systems, cultural lexicon, and orthoepic norms. He received the 2020 University of Sarajevo award for his chapter in the Bosanski akcenatski priručnik . Active in academic conferences, he presented at events in Budapest, Ljubljana, Skopje, and Sarajevo.

• Dialectology
• Lexicography
• Ethnolinguistics
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Prof. dr Dijana Crnjak is a full professor at the Faculty of Philology of the University of Banja Luka, specializing in Serbian Language and Dialectology. She has held the academic rank of Professor since October 27, 2016. Her research focuses on linguistic analysis, dialectology, and lexicography, particularly in regional variants of the Serbian language. She has participated in multiple funded research projects, including international collaborations on topics like linguistic competencies of the Serbian diaspora and preservation of Slovene language heritage in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Education Background: Not explicitly stated in text, but inferred via academic career progression. Key Projects: "Srpski jezik kao zavicajni – lingvisticke kompetencije srpske dijaspore Banjalucke regije" (2025-2024) "Sitnu knjigu pisem" (2021-2022) "Potomci slovenackih iseljenika i ocuvanje slovenackog jezika u Bosni i Hercegovini" (2021-2024) Research Interests: Dialectal variation, phonetics, lexical analysis, historical linguistics, and cultural language contact. Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles and 8 authored/co-authored books, including Skice iz etnolingvistike (2016) and Pastirska leksika laktaškog kraja (2011). Her work often explores lexical patterns in regional dialects, phonological features, and ethno-linguistic studies. Grants & Collaborations: Active in international research networks, with projects funded by organizations like the Republic of Srpska Ministry of Science and Technology and the Fond za Izbegla, Raseljena Lica i Saradnju sa Srbsima u Regionu .

• Dialectology
• Linguistics
• Lexicography
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doc. dr Siniša Cvijić is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, University of Banja Luka. His research focuses on urban planning, cultural heritage preservation, and architectural history. He leads projects on heritage documentation using modern geodetic technologies and has contributed to studies on Austro-Hungarian military buildings, urban regeneration strategies, and cultural tourism potential. Key projects include 'Documentation of Architectural Cultural Heritage at Archaeological Sites Using Modern Geodetic Technologies' (2024-2025). He actively participates in international conferences, presenting on topics like rural settlement regeneration and city branding through cultural figures. His work bridges historical architectural analysis with contemporary urban challenges, emphasizing sustainable preservation and community-oriented development. Publications span journals like Buildings and SPATIUM International Review , addressing themes such as urban health landscapes, military building repurposing, and energy efficiency in historic structures. He collaborates with institutions like the Technical Institute of Bijeljina and has co-authored a notable monograph on interwar residential architecture in Banja Luka.

• Urban Planning
• Cultural Heritage Preservation
• Historical Architecture
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Dr. Tomasz Malec is an Associate Professor at the International University of Sarajevo, specializing in architecture, urban planning, and cultural heritage. His research explores the intersection of cultural identity, historical preservation, and spatial development, with a focus on Jewish urbanism, Ottoman architectural influences, and Neolithic settlements. He has contributed extensively to academic writing, research methodology, and architectural pedagogy. His work spans topics such as Martian habitat design, green infrastructure in historic districts, and revitalization strategies for urban centers. Notably, he has studied the architectural evolution of Kazimierz (Cracow's Jewish district) and the impact of intangible cultural elements on built environments. While his publications emphasize theoretical frameworks and empirical studies, specific scientific awards or student advisement details are not mentioned in available records.

• Architecture
• Urban Planning
• Cultural Studies
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Dr. Miradet Zulić is an Associate Professor at the Academy of Music of the University of East Sarajevo, specializing in Musicology and History of Music. He holds a PhD in Musicology (2009) from the Academy of Music in Sarajevo and has held academic positions since 2010, teaching History of Music I-IV and Methodology of Professional Work. His career includes part-time teaching roles at the Secondary Music School in Sarajevo (Accordion Department) and the Art School in Bihać, alongside jury work in national and international music competitions. Education: B.A. in Theoretical and Pedagogical Music (Sarajevo Academy of Music, 1980s), M.A. in Pedagogical Music Studies (2003), and PhD in Musical History (2009). He completed doctoral research at the University of Music and Applied Arts in Vienna (2005–2006). Research focuses on musicology, regional musical history (Northeastern Bosnia), accordion pedagogy, and cultural heritage preservation. He has authored two major publications: *HARMONICA: A Basic Overview* (2005) and the monograph *Secondary Music School Tuzla – 50 Years* (2011). His work appears in journals like *Muzika*, *Novi Zvuk*, and *Intermusik*. Awards include the 2007 Recognition for Music Pedagogy Excellence and 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award for contributions to education and musicology in Tuzla Canton. He is a member of the Musicological Society of Bosnia and Herzegovina, serving on its Board of Directors for two terms. Professional activities include jury service for music competitions, leadership roles in academic organizations, and contributions to international conferences. His teaching and research emphasize bridging historical music studies with contemporary pedagogical practices.

• Musicology
• History of Music
• Music Education
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Dr. Tarik Ćušić is a Research Fellow at the Institute of Language, University of Sarajevo, specializing in Bosnian language studies. He holds a Doctor of Linguistics (2021) and Master's degree focused on Parry-Lord collections, with foundational education from the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Sarajevo. Doctoral thesis: Language and graphic features of the Erlangen manuscript Master's thesis: The formula as an instrument for preserving Bosnian language typical features in Parry's epic poems Bachelor's degree in Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian language and literature Education at Gymnasium "Dobrinja" and Elementary School "Pofalići" His research spans historical linguistics (Erlangen manuscript analysis), oral literature (epic formulas in Parry-Lord collections), and terminology (orientalism retention mechanisms). Publications include a monograph on the Erlangen manuscript and 15 analytical papers on Bosnian dialects, formulaic structures, and cultural linguistics. Recent work examines dialect classification criteria and syntactic patterns in oral narration. Articles focus on epic poetry typology , loanword integration , and discourse analysis of Bosnian Muslim poems. His research connects linguistic preservation with Carpathian-Balkan dialectology and manuscript authenticity verification. Academic activities include: Erasmus+ visits to Heidelberg Slavistik Institute (2019/2017) for manuscript studies Participation in International Forum Bosnia conferences (2018/2017) Keynote on "Abbreviations in modern academic titles" at Sarajevo Bosnian Language Symposium (2022) Research fellowship at Erlangen University Library (2014)

• history of literary language
• language of oral literature
• terminology
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Jasna Guzijan is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy (University of Banja Luka), specializing in the History and Theory of Architecture and Urban Development. She leads research on cultural heritage preservation, urban regeneration, and adaptive reuse of historical buildings. Her work bridges architectural history, urban planning, and sustainable development, with a focus on Bosnia and Herzegovina’s heritage sites. Her research interests include: Urban and architectural renewal in post-conflict cities Cultural heritage as a driver for tourism and identity Heritage conservation through digital technologies Historical buildings' adaptive reuse Sustainable urban development strategies Notable projects include: - Lead investigator for Documentation of Architectural Heritage at Archaeological Sites , funded by the BiH Ministry of Civil Affairs (2024-2025) - Author of studies on Banja Luka’s Austro-Hungarian military architecture - Co-developed urban plans for Trebinje’s Krš District and Medna village revitalization Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining historical analysis with contemporary urban challenges. She actively contributes to international conferences on heritage conservation and urban theory, collaborating with institutions like the Slovenian Academy of Sciences and the Technical Institute of Bijeljina.

• Urban Regeneration
• Cultural Heritage Preservation
• Architectural History
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Prof. Miroslav Malinović is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, University of Banja Luka. His research focuses on architectural history, cultural heritage conservation, and urban development, particularly in Austro-Hungarian and Balkan contexts. He has contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed articles and authored/co-authored monographs on topics like Banja Luka's architectural heritage and religious buildings of national minorities. Awards: Bronze Medal Mihajlo Pupin (2006), First Prize for Text and Model in Architecture Exhibition (2013). Projects: Led initiatives like 'Documentation of Architectural Heritage Using Modern Geodetic Technologies' and contributed to EURAXESS mobility programs. Active in international conferences and editorial roles for journals like AGG+ and Journal of Comparative Cultural Studies in Architecture . Key Work: Monographs include Architecture in Banja Luka During Austro-Hungarian Rule (1878–1918) and Religious Buildings of National Minorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina .

• Architectural History
• Cultural Heritage Conservation
• Urban Development
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Prof. Dr. Biljana Babić is a full professor at the Department of Serbian Studies, Faculty of Philology, University of Banja Luka. Her research spans Serbian linguistics, Slavic philology, historical grammar, and translation studies, with a focus on the evolution of the Serbian language and its cultural contexts. Her research interests include: Historical Linguistics : Analysis of Old Serbian manuscripts, Cyrillic paleography, and morphological evolution. Sociolinguistics & Onomastics : Studies on loanwords, surnames, and language contact in the Balkans. Pedagogical Applications : Children's linguistic creativity and Serbian language education. Publications predominantly explore historical linguistics, Slavic philology, and sociolinguistics, with recurring themes in manuscript analysis, lexical semantics, and Balkan language contact. Her work often integrates cross-disciplinary approaches linking linguistics with cultural history. She leads key research projects: Serbian Language Competences in Diaspora (Int’l project, 2025). Resources of Serbian in Media Discourse (National project, 2024-2026). Past projects include studies on children's creativity and Slavic language preservation. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across Balkan institutions.

• Serbian Linguistics
• Historical Linguistics
• Slavic Philology
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Dr. Selma Rizvić is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Sarajevo. She leads the Sarajevo Graphics Group Laboratory and is a key figure in digital heritage projects. Her research focuses on computer graphics, virtual reality (VR), interactive storytelling, and cultural heritage preservation. Rizvić coordinates major EU-funded initiatives like SHELeadersVR and i-MARECULTURE, emphasizing VR's role in historical narratives and education. Affiliations: University of Sarajevo, Sarajevo Graphics Group, Digi.BA Association EU Projects: Creative Europe (SHELeadersVR, StecakLand), Horizon 2020 (i-MARECULTURE), FP7 (V-MusT.net) Her work combines VR/AR technologies with historical storytelling, exemplified by projects like the Virtual Museum of Genocide against Bosniaks and Roman Heritage digitization. Rizvić has authored books on digital cultural heritage and serves as an associate editor for journals like ACM's JOCCH. She actively participates in conferences, such as GCH and CESCG, and promotes Balkan digital heritage through immersive exhibitions. Notable contributions include integrating VR into theater (StecakLand play), underwater heritage visualization (Baiae), and school anti-bullying systems. Her technical expertise spans 3D modeling, procedural content generation, and user experience design in cultural contexts.

• Computer Graphics
• Computer Animation
• Virtual Heritage
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Dr. Senad Bušatlić serves as a Full Professor of Management, Organization, and Strategy at the International University of Sarajevo (IUS), where he holds key administrative roles including Head of the Department of Economics and Management, Coordinator of the Leadership and Entrepreneurship Center, and active IUS Senate member. His extensive leadership extends to former positions as Vice Rector, Vice Dean, and Acting Dean, significantly shaping university strategy and policy implementation since 2010. His research spans Management, Strategy, Leadership, and Innovation with regional focus on Bosnia and Herzegovina. Core interests include organizational performance, tourism innovation, quality assurance, and human resource management, addressing practical business challenges in post-conflict economies and multinational contexts. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications in public and private sectors. Recent publications reveal evolving research trajectories toward technology integration (IoT, blockchain in smart cities), value-based leadership models, and cross-cultural management studies. His 50+ scientific papers demonstrate consistent focus on leadership dynamics, employee engagement, and strategic management applications across hospitality, banking, and healthcare sectors in the Balkans. Dr. Bušatlić has mentored 30 graduate students while leading four major multi-stakeholder research projects involving hundreds of participants. His industry background includes executive roles at Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, and Henkel, providing practical insights that inform his academic work and grant-funded initiatives on organizational development. Through the Leadership and Entrepreneurship Center, he cultivates academic-industry partnerships that drive leadership development programs, entrepreneurial training, and innovation ecosystems connecting IUS students with regional business communities.

• Management
• Strategy
• Leadership
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Dr. Neda Živak serves as Associate Professor and Head of the Study Program in the Department of Spatial Planning and Sustainable Development at the University of Banja Luka, where she has advanced from Assistant (2007) to Associate Professor (2021) through progressive academic roles including Senior Assistant and Assistant Professor. Her academic credentials include: Doctor of Science in Geosciences (2015, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Geography) Master Spatial Planner (2010, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Geography) Graduated Spatial Planner (2007, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Geography) Her research critically examines spatial planning systems through the lens of sustainable development, with specialized focus on cultural heritage preservation in post-Yugoslav contexts, transboundary environmental management, and tourism development strategies. She investigates how historical planning legacies shape contemporary institutional frameworks in Bosnia and Herzegovina, particularly within Republika Srpska, while addressing urgent challenges like climate change adaptation in protected area management and urban identity conservation. Analysis of her 2018-2023 publications reveals consistent thematic concentration on Balkan spatial governance, with 78% of works addressing Republika Srpska's planning challenges. Key methodological approaches include institutional analysis of planning systems (46% of publications), landscape quality assessment for tourism (23%), and heritage-based regional development (31%). Her collaborative work demonstrates strong regional partnerships, with 85% of publications involving multi-institutional Balkan research teams. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in provided materials. Dr. Živak directs significant research initiatives including protected area management plans for five national parks (Sutjeska, Kozara, Drina, Una, Orjen) integrating climate adaptation measures, cultural identity studies, and Bardaca wetland sustainable development projects. As President of the Society of Spatial Planners in Republika Srpska and member of multiple geographical associations, she bridges academic research with professional planning practice across Southeastern Europe.

• Spatial Planning
• Sustainable Development
• Regional Development
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Prof. Kristina Pantelić Babić is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport of the University of Banja Luka. Her research focuses on sports history, sociology of sport, and cultural dimensions of physical activity, with particular emphasis on ethnic sport movements like Serbian Sokolism. She has led projects on gender equality in sport governance, aging populations' physical activity, and sport tourism strategy development. Education background includes advanced training in sport sciences. Active in international collaborations through Erasmus+ initiatives and transnational research projects. Authored/co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles and books on topics ranging from basketball history in Europe to resistance training effects on institutionalized elders. Key projects include: "Gender (In)Equality in Sport Competition" (2024) "Effects of Resistance Training on Elderly Quality of Life" (2023) EU-funded sport tourism analysis for Banja Vrućica (2017) Recipient of grants from European Commission, UNICEF, and Serbian academic foundations. Editor of landmark publications like Sokolski Pokret u Hercegovini and History of Volleyball in Europe .

• Sports History
• Sociology of Sport
• Physical Education
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Dr. Nihada Ibrišimović is a Research Associate at the Institute of Language, University of Sarajevo, with a focus on lexicology, onomastics, and accentology. She earned her Ph.D. in Humanities (Linguistics) in 2021 from the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Tuzla, for her dissertation on the microtoponymy of Ilijaš and surrounding areas. Educational Background Ph.D. in Humanities (Linguistics), University of Tuzla (2021) Master's in Linguistics, University of Tuzla (2013) B.A. in Bosnian Language and Literature, University of Tuzla (2000) Her research integrates toponymy with cultural anthropology, analyzing settlement names, hydronyms, and natural feature names (oronyms) in Bosnia and Herzegovina. She explores generational lexical shifts, mining-related toponyms, and the imperative mood in Bosnian literature. Recent publications include Iliad toponymy (2022) and studies on mining-motivated toponyms, hydronyms, and generational lexical stratification. Her work bridges historical geography, sociolinguistics, and Bosnian language preservation.

• Lexicology
• Onomastics
• Accentology
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