Dragana Četojević-Simin

Dragana Četojević-Simin is a Full Professor of Biology at Singidunum University (since 2021) and holds a Full Research Professorship in Biotechnical Sciences (since 2016). She holds a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Novi Sad and completed specialized training in Medical Genetics. Her research focuses on bioactivity of natural products, synthetic compounds, and xenobiotics, with over 70 international publications and a Hirsch index of 28.

Education:

• B.Sc. Biology, University of Novi Sad (1989–1993)
• M.Sc. Microbiology, University of Novi Sad (1996–1998)
• Ph.D. Biology, University of Novi Sad (2006–2009)
• Residency in Medical Genetics, University of Novi Sad (2004–2007)

Research Interests: Dr. Četojević-Simin’s work spans in vitro antitumor activity, photocatalytic degradation of pollutants, and bioactive compound extraction. She emphasizes applications in environmental sustainability, pharmaceuticals, and food science.

Publications: Her articles frequently address natural product chemistry, environmental toxicology, and biomedical applications. Recent work includes studies on pomegranate bioactivity, photocatalytic pollutant removal, and honey-derived antimicrobials.

Awards: She has received academic excellence awards during studies and held scholarships from the University of Novi Sad. Her editorial roles include Editor-in-Chief of Archive of Oncology (2017–2022) and Associate Editor at Frontiers in Pharmacology.

Leadership: She leads Singidunum’s Environment and Sustainable Development Studies program and has coordinated large-scale projects like the EU-funded iPAAC Joint Action (2018–2021).