Milan R. Nikolić

Dr. Milan R. Nikolić serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade, where he has held progressively senior academic positions since 1996. His work bridges biochemical research with educational innovation, focusing on protein mechanisms and their practical applications in health and food systems.

Education:

• Undergraduate in Chemical Sciences, University of Belgrade (1991-1996)
• Master's in Chemical Sciences, University of Belgrade (1996-2002)
• Doctorate in Chemical Sciences, University of Belgrade (2002-2010)

Research Focus: His expertise spans Protein Biochemistry of colored proteins and chromophores, Pharmacological Mechanisms of psychopharmaceuticals/statins/antidiabetics, and Food Science applications including algal proteins for natural coloring and cellular meat development. He integrates these areas with Toxicological Biochemistry and Biochemistry Education initiatives.

Publication Trends: His 2024 works reveal a strategic shift toward sustainable solutions, emphasizing phycobiliproteins for environmental remediation (mercury removal) and food innovation (natural colorants, serum substitutes for lab-grown meat). These studies consistently link molecular mechanisms to industrial applications, particularly in reducing reliance on animal products and mitigating drug side effects through redox biochemistry.

Scientific Recognition:

• Medal for outstanding results in teaching (Serbian Chemical Society, 2023)

Research Leadership: He directs two major international projects: ANSO-funded research on algal protein fortification (2022-2024) and Good Food Institute-supported development of algae-based cellular meat media (2023-2026). His prior work includes Serbia's national project on biologically active compounds (2011), demonstrating sustained expertise in protein-drug interactions. He actively serves on faculty committees for enrollment, ethics, and promotion.

Academic Engagement: As a longstanding member of the Serbian Biochemical Society (since 1998) and Serbian Chemical Society (since 2000), he contributes to national scientific discourse while teaching specialized courses including Toxicological Biochemistry and Food Biochemistry.