Prof. Dr. Branimir Nježić serves as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Banja Luka, specializing in Plant Protection and Agroecology. His career spans over 15 years of active research in entomopathogenic nematodes and plant-parasitic nematodes, with significant contributions to integrated pest management systems. Department of Plant Protection and Agroecology Research focus: Biological control of insect pests Dr. Nježić leads and participates in multiple national and international projects related to pest monitoring and sustainable agriculture. His scientific work has been published in journals like Journal of Applied Entomology , EPPO Bulletin , and European Journal of Plant Pathology , with particular emphasis on invasive species like Drosophila suzukii and Globodera pallida. His laboratory-based and field research explores nematode virulence against soft scales, sawflies, and fruit pests, while also investigating plant-nematode interactions like Tagetes patula's effects on Meloidogyne chitwoodi. He contributes to national phytosanitary programs and develops training materials for agricultural practitioners.










