معرفی
Nina Pereza, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Rijeka, where she leads the Department of Medical Biology and Genetics. She is also the director of the Center for Genetic Education and the Center for the Advancement of Teaching Competencies and Communication Skills. Her work spans medical genetics, genetic education, reproductive medicine, and curriculum innovation. She is a recipient of multiple national and university-level teaching and science awards and is actively involved in mentoring students and leading scientific projects.
Education:
- PhD in Biomedicine (2009–2013) – Faculty of Medicine, University of Rijeka
- Doctor of Medicine (2003–2009) – Faculty of Medicine, University of Rijeka
- Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE, 2012) – University of Cambridge
- Certified ALCT Teacher (2021) – Forum for Freedom in Education, Zagreb
Research Interests:
Nina Pereza's research focuses on medical genetics, particularly the genetic and epigenetic basis of recurrent pregnancy loss, preterm birth, and genetic literacy in medical education. She explores how genetic polymorphisms and epigenetic markers influence reproductive outcomes and how to integrate this knowledge into medical curricula. Her work also emphasizes innovative teaching methods and student-centered education in genetics and medicine.
Scientific Awards:
- City of Rijeka Award for Higher Education (2025)
- State Award "Ivan Filipović" for Higher Education (2024)
- State Award for Popularization of Science (2021)
- University of Rijeka Teaching Excellence Award (2019)
- Young Scientist Award – Faculty of Medicine Rijeka (2013)
Advising and Mentorship:
She has supervised over 20 undergraduate and graduate theses in medicine, biotechnology, and health studies. Her mentorship focuses on genetic research methodology, clinical case writing, and scientific communication.
Labs and Centers:
- Center for Genetic Education – Director since 2020
- Center for the Advancement of Teaching Competencies and Communication Skills – Director since 2024
- Department of Medical Biology and Genetics – Deputy Head of Department (2022–)
