Ivica Janekovic

Ivica Janekovic is a Research Associate Professor at the School of Engineering and UWA Oceans Institute, The University of Western Australia. His roles include leading research projects, teaching numerical modeling courses, and collaborating internationally on ocean forecasting systems. He holds adjunct roles at the University of Zagreb.

• PhD in Physics (University of Zagreb, 2006)
• Postdoc in Physical Oceanography (University of Hawaiʻi, 2009–2011)

Research focuses on ocean/atmosphere modeling, data assimilation, and supercomputing. Key projects include coastal forecasting systems for Australia, Sri Lanka, and the Adriatic Sea, totaling over $20M in funding. He develops operational models like coastaloceanography.org for public use.

Teaching includes ENVE2607 (Environmental Engineering Numerical Modeling) and doctoral courses at the University of Zagreb. He has supervised numerous students across multiple institutions.

Professional roles include board memberships at Pawsey Supercomputer and international oceanography networks. His work addresses UN SDGs related to climate action and sustainable oceans.