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Pal Terek is an Associate Professor at the University of Novi Sad's Faculty of Technical Sciences, Department of Production Engineering. He serves as Head of the Center for Surface Engineering and Nanotechnologies and teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral courses in surface engineering, heat treatment, casting technology, nanotechnology, and mechanical engineering in medicine and bioengineering.
- Current Position: Associate Professor (since April 1, 2022)
- Previous Positions: Assistant Professor (2017-2022), Assistant with PhD (2016), Assistant - Master (2016)
- Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2016), Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (2007)
Professor Terek's research spans multiple interdisciplinary fields with a focus on surface engineering applications. His work bridges traditional manufacturing technologies with cutting-edge nanotechnology applications, particularly in biomedical contexts. He has developed expertise in protective coatings for industrial tools and their adaptation for medical devices, creating a unique research niche that connects mechanical engineering with biomedical applications.
His publication record reveals a consistent trajectory of research evolution from traditional casting technologies toward advanced surface engineering and nanotechnology applications. The most recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a significant expansion into biomedical applications of surface engineering, particularly in dental materials and biodegradable scaffolds, while maintaining strong foundations in industrial coating technologies.
Professor Terek actively contributes to the academic community as a member of the editorial board of the journal Advanced Technologies and Materials and serves as a reviewer for numerous international scientific journals.
He has participated in many international scientific and exchange projects and maintains fruitful collaborations with industry partners, applying academic research to real-world manufacturing challenges. His work with the Center for Surface Engineering and Nanotechnologies represents a hub for interdisciplinary research that bridges traditional mechanical engineering with emerging nanotechnology applications in both industrial and biomedical contexts.
