Sasa Zeljkovic

Saša Zeljković serves as Full Professor of Inorganic Chemistry at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, University of Banja Luka, with 15+ years of progressive academic service including departmental leadership roles. His research bridges fundamental materials science with sustainable industrial applications through innovative synthesis methodologies.

His academic credentials include:

• Doctor of Chemistry (2010), University of Banja Luka: Thesis on perovskite-type oxides for solid oxide fuel cells
• Master of Chemical Sciences (2007), University of Banja Luka
• Visiting studies at Technical University of Zurich (2006) via Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship
• Professor of Chemistry degree (2004), University of Banja Luka

Professor Zeljković's work centers on solvent-deficient synthesis and mechanochemistry for energy-critical materials, with dual focus on high-performance applications (solar cells, fuel cells) and zero-waste industrial implementation. His group develops accessible experimental protocols suitable for resource-limited educational settings, demonstrating commitment to democratizing advanced materials research.

Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on perovskite oxides and ceramic nanomaterials for energy conversion, with increasing emphasis on environmentally benign synthesis since 2015. International collaborations significantly shape his research trajectory, particularly partnerships with Japanese and American institutions in photovoltaics and fuel cell materials development.

Key recognitions include:

• Fulbright Visiting Scholar award (University of Florida)
• Matsumae International Foundation grant (University of Tokyo)
• Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship
• Dr. Milan Jelić Fund doctoral scholarship

He currently supervises graduate students through multiple funded projects including COST Actions and national initiatives on BiFeO3 photovoltaics and microsilica utilization. His research group maintains active partnerships with Swiss, Japanese, and American institutions, providing students with international research exposure and interdisciplinary training in sustainable materials engineering.

While no dedicated laboratory name is specified, his team operates within the Department of Inorganic Chemistry infrastructure, specializing in mechanochemical synthesis and advanced materials characterization. The group's output demonstrates strong translation from fundamental research to industrial applications, particularly in energy technology and circular economy solutions.