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Anica Draganic is an Associate Professor at the University of Novi Sad, Serbia, where she contributes to research and academic discourse in architectural history and heritage preservation. Her work is deeply rooted in the study of 19th- and 20th-century European architecture, with a focus on industrial heritage in Central Europe.
Her research interests include industrial heritage, cultural identity, architectural conservation, and the socio-political dimensions of built environments, particularly in multicultural regions like Vojvodina. She explores how industrial architecture reflects and shapes collective memory and regional identity, especially during the socialist period in Europe. Her recent book, Shadows and Silhouettes of Industrial Past of Vojvodina, offers a multidisciplinary analysis of this complex heritage.
The available publications indicate a strong thematic focus on reinterpreting industrial heritage to preserve place identity and critically reassess historical narratives, particularly under communist regimes. Her work bridges architectural scholarship, cultural policy, and public engagement through exhibitions and conferences.
- Preservation of place identity through (re)interpretation of the meaning of industrial heritage
- Preserving communist industrial heritage by re-reading historical narratives
Anica Draganic actively participates in international academic forums, including as a speaker and presenter at conferences on industrial heritage. She has contributed to panels discussing identity, society, and heritage preservation in Central and Eastern Europe, and has collaborated with international representatives from TICCIH (The International Committee for the Conservation of the Industrial Heritage). While no specific grants or advising roles are mentioned, her engagement suggests active involvement in research networks and scholarly discourse.
She has also participated in public lectures and excursions related to industrial heritage, indicating a commitment to public outreach and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her work is situated at the intersection of architecture, history, and cultural studies, with a clear emphasis on critical reinterpretation and identity formation through material heritage.
