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Prof. Anita Blagojević holds a full professorship at the Faculty of Law, University of Osijek , specializing in constitutional law, human rights, and local self-government. She has served since 2021 at the Department of Constitutional and European Law following prior roles including associate professor (2016–2021) and assistant professor (2011–2016). Her career began in 2000 as a scientific novice, advancing through academic ranks while contributing to Croatian and international legal scholarship. Education: Bachelor of Law (2000) – Faculty of Law, Osijek Master-equivalent thesis (2004): Porijeklo i razvoj institucije ombudsmana PhD (2009): Terrorizam, antiterorizam i ljudska prava Additional training: Pedagogical-psychological education (2010), Conciliation course (2007) Research Focus: Blagojević’s work emphasizes constitutional frameworks, human rights protection in crisis contexts (e.g., pandemic governance), anti-terrorism legislation, and local governance structures. She has authored/co-authored three books and numerous articles addressing topics like abortion rights, migrant integration, and constitutional referendums. Awards & Recognition: 2022: Povelja lokalne samouprave from Osječko-baranjska Županija for contributions to local governance Teaching & Academic Contributions: She teaches courses on constitutional law, human rights, and public administration. Her research spans EU comparative law, legal responses to terrorism, and gender equality in constitutional frameworks. Active in professional organizations like the Croatian Association for Constitutional Law and the International Society of Public Law (ICON-S).

• Constitutional Law
• Human Rights
• Anti-Terrorism Legislation
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Dr. Ante Novokmet is an Associate Professor and Vice-Dean for Development and Business at the Faculty of Law, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek. He holds a PhD in Criminal Law from the University of Zagreb, with a dissertation on 'Judicial Control of the Accusation'. His teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate law programs, including criminal procedure, international criminal law, and European Union criminal law. Education: Law Degree: Faculty of Law, University of Osijek PhD: Postgraduate Doctoral Study in Criminal Law, University of Zagreb Research Focus: His work centers on EU criminal law harmonization, criminal procedure reforms, victims' rights, and judicial cooperation. He leads projects funded by the Croatian Science Foundation, including 'Croatian Misdemeanor Law in the European Context' and 'Systematic Approach to Consensual Justice Models'. Awards: 2018/2019: Award for Excellence in Teaching 2019/2020: Award for Excellence in Scientific Research Grants & Collaborations: He contributed to EU-funded projects like 'CoCoCrim' and 'NegJusCro', and advised on the 'Plea-Bargaining Agreement' initiative. He chairs the University's Committee for Statutory and Legal Affairs and serves on the State Attorney's Council. Professional Engagements: A member of the Croatian Association for Criminal Sciences, European Criminal Law Association, and Max Planck Institute for Foreign and International Criminal Law (research stays). He edits legal journals and organizes international conferences.

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Procedure
• European Union Law
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Davor Muhvić is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, where he has been employed since 2008, progressing from junior researcher to associate professor in 2023. He is affiliated with the Department of International Law and Legal Theory Sciences and Methodology and teaches courses including International Law, International Protection of Human Rights, and Diplomatic Law and the Diplomatic Profession across undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs. He also serves as secretary of the Postgraduate Specialist Studies in Human Rights and as executive editor of the journal Pravni vjesnik . His primary research interests lie in public international law, with a focus on international legal personality, human rights protection, transnational corporations, and freedom of expression in crisis contexts. He is a member of the Croatian Society for International Law and the International Law Association. The recent publications of Davor Muhvić reflect a consistent engagement with evolving challenges in international law, particularly the intersection of human rights and corporate conduct, environmental migration, digital disinformation, and identity rights. His work combines doctrinal analysis with policy-oriented insights, often centered on the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights and the development of international legal frameworks. Professional Affiliations: Croatian Society for International Law International Law Association Editorial Role: Executive Editor, Pravni vjesnik (since 2020) He advises on postgraduate studies and supervises research seminars, though no specific students are listed. There are no mentions of research grants or funded projects in the provided text. He is involved in academic leadership through his role in postgraduate programs and editorial responsibilities, contributing to the institutional scholarly output of the Faculty of Law Osijek.

• International Law
• Public International Law
• Human Rights Law
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Zvonimir Tomičić is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law Osijek, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Croatia. He is affiliated with the Department of Criminal Law Sciences and has been an active faculty member since 2001. His teaching and research focus on criminal procedural law, executive criminal law, juvenile justice, and child protection in criminal proceedings. His research interests lie at the intersection of procedural justice, legal reform, and human rights. He investigates critical issues such as plea agreements , sentencing disparity , pretrial risk assessment , and the procedural rights of child witnesses and victims . His work emphasizes fairness, efficiency, and compliance with international human rights standards within the criminal justice system. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in comparative criminal justice, particularly analyzing practices in the U.S. and the Netherlands for potential application in the European Union. His scholarly output spans monographs, journal articles, and book chapters, demonstrating sustained engagement with both theoretical and practical aspects of criminal law and procedure. He has made significant contributions through co-authoring a textbook on Criminal Procedural Law - Selected Chapters and publishing two scientific monographs. His work supports legal education and reform efforts in Croatia and the broader region. As an academic advisor and lecturer, he supervises final theses across multiple programs, including Law and Social Work, and leads practical legal training such as moot courts and legal clinics. There is no mention of external grants or funded research projects in the provided text. He is actively involved in scholarly dissemination through publications and participation in academic volumes. His office is located in room 9/17 at the Faculty of Law Osijek, and he maintains regular consultation hours.

• Criminal Procedural Law
• Criminal Executive Law
• Juvenile Criminal Law
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Davorin Lapaš serves as an external collaborator and lecturer at the Faculty of Law, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, affiliated with the Department of International Law and Legal Theory. He holds teaching responsibilities for the University Specialist Study Program in Human Rights (PRAVOS), delivering specialized instruction in Human Rights and International Legal Protection of Refugees. His research and academic focus centers on Human Rights, International Law, Refugee Law, and Legal Theory, with emphasis on theoretical frameworks and practical applications of international legal mechanisms for refugee protection. This expertise directly informs his contributions to the PRAVOS program, addressing contemporary challenges in human rights advocacy through interdisciplinary legal analysis. No scientific awards, student advisement records, or research grants are documented in the provided materials. His external collaborator status indicates engagement with current legal practices, though institutional details regarding laboratories, research teams, or future projects remain unspecified.

• Human Rights
• International Law
• Refugee Law
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Mirela Župan is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Law, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, where she is affiliated with the Department of International Private Law. She serves as Head of the Doctoral Study Program in Law and teaches across undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs in Law and Social Work. Her educational background includes a PhD in Law (2009), an LLM (2004), and a Bachelor of Laws (2000), all from the University of Osijek. She has held prestigious research positions, notably a Max Planck Institute doctoral and postdoctoral fellowship in Hamburg. Mirela Župan's research centers on private international law, with a focus on cross-border family law, children's rights, inheritance, contractual and non-contractual disputes, and the digitalization of judicial cooperation. She actively explores the impact of ICT on legal processes and promotes research on legal issues concerning companion animals and vulnerable populations. Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in EU private international law, especially regarding family matters, judicial training, child protection, and the harmonization of civil law across borders. Themes such as gender, mutual trust, and consumer rights in digital environments are recurrent in her scholarly work. She has been recognized with multiple awards, including: Award for Excellence in Scientific Work (2019/2020) Award for Excellence in Project Application and Implementation (2019/2020) Max-Planck Society Doctoral and Postdoctoral Research Fellowship She has served as a member of the European Commission Expert Group on the recast of the Brussels IIa Regulation and as a national rapporteur for EU studies. She collaborates extensively with the Judicial Academy of Croatia, ERA Trier, EJTN, and the Association of Croatian Judges. Although no formal list of advisees is provided, she supervises doctoral research and mentors students through research seminars and elective courses. Her work is supported by participation in national and European research groups, and she contributes to academic discourse through books, edited volumes, and high-impact journal articles. She is a key figure in advancing legal education and policy in Croatia and the broader European context.

• Private International Law
• Family Law
• Cross-Border Legal Cooperation
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Matko Guštin is an active academic and doctoral candidate at the Faculty of Law Osijek, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek. He teaches seminars in Family Law, Children's Rights, and Citizenship Law across multiple study programs, including Law, Social Work, and Administrative Studies. His research is centered at the Department of Family Law, where he contributes to both national and European legal discourse. His research interests include: Family Law and Adoption Children's Rights and the European Court of Human Rights Procedural Rights of Minors Citizenship and Administrative Law Domestic Violence and Legal Protection Digital Environment and Child Rights The most recent publications of Matko Guštin reflect a strong thematic focus on child protection within the framework of European human rights law, particularly in adoption and administrative proceedings. His work combines doctrinal legal analysis with comparative and interdisciplinary approaches, often linking law with social policy and digital challenges. He frequently publishes in Croatian legal journals and conference proceedings, with increasing attention to EU-level legal integration and reform. Scientific awards received: Dean's Award for Academic Excellence (2017–2020) Dean's Award for Best Student Scientific Work (2018/2019, 2020/2021) Special Dean's Award for Extracurricular Success (2019/2020) Rector's Award for Best Seminar Paper in Administrative Law (2018/2019) Rector's Award for Best Seminar Paper in EU Security Law (2020/2021) Matko Guštin has been actively involved in academic mentoring, student representation, and EU-funded projects such as "Time to Become Digital in Law" (DIGinLaw). He served as Student Ombudsman and organized campaigns against plagiarism, contributing to academic integrity. While no formal grants are mentioned, his participation in EU projects indicates collaborative research engagement. He has not yet supervised any students as per available information. He is a member of the Croatian Association for Legal Protection of Families, the International Society of Family Law, and the Alumni Club of the Faculty of Law Osijek, reflecting his integration into both national and international academic communities.

• Family Law
• Children's Rights
• European Human Rights Law
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Tena Konjević is a teaching assistant at the Faculty of Law, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, and a junior scientific researcher at the Central European Academy in Budapest. She is also the Croatian National Expert for the European Trade Union Institute in Brussels, contributing to the 'Right to Strike' project. She is currently pursuing her PhD in the Central European Comparative Law Program at Deák Ferenc Doctoral School of Law under the supervision of Professor Mario Vinković. Her academic journey includes an international LLM in European Public Law from the European Public Law Organization (EPLO), where her thesis earned the Luis Ortega Prize, and she is currently completing a second LLM in Human Rights and Rule of Law at the University of Miskolc under Professor Nóra Jakab. She holds a Master of Laws from the Faculty of Law in Osijek, graduating as the top student of her generation with a GPA of 4.98. Tena Konjević's research focuses on labour and social security law, human rights, EU law, and comparative legal studies, with a strong emphasis on the rights of posted and migrant workers in the EU, freedom of movement, and the impact of human rights due diligence. Her scholarly work spans topics such as EU enlargement, insolvency law reforms, gender and labour rights under socialism, and judicial independence in Croatia. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes, contributing to the understanding of legal challenges in Central and Eastern Europe. Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on the intersection of EU law, labour rights, and human rights protection, particularly for vulnerable groups. She frequently presents at international conferences in Strasbourg, Venice, Geneva, and beyond, and contributes to academic discourse through her roles on the editorial boards of 'CEA Law Review' and 'Yearbook of Contemporary Legal Challenges'. Among her notable recognitions are the Luis Ortega Prize, multiple scholarships from the Zlatko Crnić Foundation (including as the best law student in Croatia), the Rector’s Award, four Dean’s Awards, and funding from the International Society for Labour and Social Security Law and CNRS–University of Strasbourg. Tena has practical legal experience from internships at Wolf Theiss Croatia and Crowe Croatia, the Municipal Court in Slavonski Brod, and Moot Court Croatia, where her team placed second. She is a certified court interpreter for English. She is actively involved in academic service, having chaired the Organising Committee of the European Labour Law Young Scholars’ Conference 2024. She teaches seminars in 'Basics of Labour and Social Law' and 'Labour and Social Law' at the undergraduate and integrated law programs. Her research is supported by ongoing academic training and international collaborations, positioning her as a rising scholar in European and comparative labour law.

• Labour Law
• Social Security Law
• European Union Law
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Martina Drventić Barišin is a Senior Assistant at the Faculty of Law Osijek, specializing in International Private Law and EU Law. She holds a PhD in Law (defended 2022) and has been employed at the Faculty since 2016. Her roles include Erasmus Coordinator and CEEPUS Coordinator, facilitating international academic collaborations. She graduated from the Faculty of Law Osijek in 2013, passed the State Professional Exam (2015), and completed pedagogical training (2023). Her research focuses on cross-border family law, child abduction, migrant rights, and EU legal frameworks. She has contributed to projects like 'Planning the Future of Cross-border Families' and 'Development of Young Researchers' Careers.' She has presented at international conferences (e.g., Universities of Liverpool, Verona, Saarbrücken) and published widely on topics such as child protection mechanisms, EU human rights enforcement, and digitalization in legal proceedings. Drventić Barišin has advised student competition teams (EUChild Moot Court, Migration Moot Ghent) and organized events like the EU Child Doctoral Conference. Her work emphasizes the intersection of EU law, human rights, and cross-border legal challenges. Awards include certifications in linguistic law and pedagogical methods. She actively participates in science promotion initiatives, including the Science Festival and Europe Days.

• International Private Law
• EU Law
• Family Law
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Alan Franklin is a Lecturer at Athabasca University (Canada) and the Royal University of Law and Economics (Cambodia). He holds an LLB and JD from the University of Toronto and an LLM in International Law from the London School of Economics. His expertise spans international business law, diplomatic law, and consular functions. He teaches online courses on International Business Risk Management, International Dispute Settlement, and Consular Functions for institutions like the UAE and Cambodian Ministries of Foreign Affairs. Franklin chairs an association of former UN Ambassadors in the USA and frequently engages in high-profile legal analyses. His research focuses on diplomatic immunity, state immunity, and international human rights law. Notable topics include the Israel-Iran consulate conflict, pandemic-related investor disputes, and the reinterpretation of state immunity in historical contexts like WWII claims. His articles address cutting-edge issues such as the tension between diplomatic immunity and jus cogens norms, variations in implementing Vienna Conventions across legal systems, and modern challenges to head-of-state immunities. Franklin's work bridges legal theory and real-world diplomatic crises, offering nuanced insights into evolving international law frameworks. Franklin has no listed scientific awards but maintains active roles in diplomatic education and policy analysis through affiliations with Global Affairs Canada and the Geneva Internet Platform.

• International Law
• Diplomatic Law
• International Business Law
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Tomislav Nedić is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Law Osijek , Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek. He holds a PhD in Law (2022) and is a doctoral student in Philosophy at the University of Zagreb. His work bridges civil law, bioethics, and animal ethics, with a focus on property rights in unconventional contexts like human body parts, digital assets, and animals. He has held visiting researcher positions at King's College London (2023) and Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (2024), and is leading a research project at the University of Antwerp (2024) on nature's rights. Key Research Areas: Private Law Theory Biolaw and Bioethics Animal Ethics Digital Assets and Property Scientific Awards include the Academy of Arts and Culture's Excellence Award (2021), multiple Dean's and University Scholarships, and the Rector's Award (2013). He serves on editorial and governing boards of bioethics and philosophical societies and leads the PRAVOS team at the 2025 World Animal Law Competition (WMILAR). Notable Collaborations: Max Planck Institute for Comparative and International Private Law University of Antwerp Soongsil University Seoul University of Helsinki

• Private Law Theory
• Biolaw and Bioethics
• Animal Ethics
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Professor Sandra Fabijanić Gagro serves as a faculty member in the Department of International Law at the University of Rijeka's Faculty of Law. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, she has established herself as a leading expert in international legal frameworks, human rights, and contemporary global challenges. Her academic contributions demonstrate deep engagement with both theoretical and practical aspects of international law, with particular emphasis on Croatia's implementation of international conventions within European and global contexts. Professor Fabijanić Gagro's research interests span multiple critical areas of international law. She has made significant contributions to understanding genocide jurisprudence, examining both mental and material elements of genocide through case law analysis. Her work on the Responsibility to Protect (RtoP) doctrine explores its application in protecting children during armed conflicts and addressing conflict-related sexual violence. Recent publications reveal expanding interests in sustainable development goals implementation, particularly regarding violence against women and children's right to education. She has also ventured into emerging legal frontiers with publications on space law challenges and artificial intelligence in education. Analysis of her recent publications (2020-2024) reveals a strategic focus on the intersection between international legal frameworks and practical implementation challenges. Her work consistently connects theoretical legal concepts with real-world applications, particularly examining how international conventions like the Istanbul Convention are implemented at national levels. A notable trend is her increasing attention to sustainable development goals across multiple domains - from children's education rights to violence against women. Her bilingual publication record (English and Croatian) demonstrates commitment to both international academic discourse and local legal community engagement. Professor Fabijanić Gagro's scholarly impact spans multiple domains of international law, with particular depth in areas addressing human security, protection of vulnerable populations, and evolving legal frameworks for contemporary global challenges. Her work bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical implementation concerns, making significant contributions to understanding how international legal norms operate in national contexts.

• International Law
• Human Rights Law
• International Criminal Law
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Prof. Dr. Sc. Dionis Jurić is a Professor at the Department of Commercial and Corporate Law, Faculty of Law, University of Rijeka, with current contact details including email dionis.juric@uniri.hr and office room 10a. His academic role centers on Croatian and European corporate/commercial law, emphasizing cross-border legal frameworks and company restructuring. His research spans Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Company Law, Corporate Governance, and Cross-Border Insolvency, with significant contributions to creditors' protection in reorganizations, limited liability company regulations, and EU directive implementation in Croatian law. Recent works address digitalization of business formation, corporate sustainability due diligence, and intellectual property protection mechanisms. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals a trajectory toward contemporary challenges: post-pandemic economic adaptation, EU sustainability mandates, and technological disruptions in commercial societies. His bilingual output (English/Croatian) demonstrates dual engagement with international scholarship and domestic legal practice, particularly in harmonizing Croatian law with European standards. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Information regarding student advising, research grants, laboratory facilities, or collaborative research teams was not included in the source text.

• Corporate Law
• Commercial Law
• Company Law
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