جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Tamara Polićمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• English for Specific Purposes
• Language Assessment
• Corpus Linguistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tamara Polić is a Professor of Professional Studies at Veleri College, specializing in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and language assessment methodologies. She teaches courses such as ENGLISH LANGUAGE I-IV, BUSINESS ENGLISH, and ITALIAN LANGUAGE IN AGROTURISM, with a focus on agronomy, oenology, and transport sectors. Her research integrates corpus linguistics, educational technology, and crisis communication, particularly addressing fake news literacy during the pandemic. She has published extensively on lexical units in technical English, e-assessment, and stress reduction in testing environments. Education: Holds a Doctor of Science (Dr. Sc.) in Humanities. Professional contributions include textbook authorship (e.g., English for Agronomists and Oenologists ) and conference participation in linguistics and ESP pedagogy. She advocates for innovative assessment methods and digital tools in language education. Research interests span ESP curriculum design, corpus-driven vocabulary instruction, and the role of technology in reducing academic stress. Her work emphasizes practical applications in professional contexts like transportation and agro-tourism.

Mario Staverمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Enology
• Viticulture
• Food Chemistry
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Dr. Mario Staver is a Professor of Professional Studies specializing in enology and viticulture, focusing on wine production techniques, yeast proteins, and sensory analysis. He teaches courses such as Economic Objects in Agriculture, Wine Service and Enogastronomy, and Winery Operations. His research emphasizes sustainable winemaking, maceration effects on wine quality, and phenolic/aroma compound analysis in Istrian grape varieties like Teran and Malvasia Istarska. Key research areas include protein stability in white wines, oxygen management during maceration, and the impact of terroir on grape quality. His work spans 30+ years, with notable contributions to chestnut-based beer production and aroma enhancement in Malvasia grapes. He currently advises multiple winemaking projects and collaborates with the Institute of Agriculture and Tourism in Poreč, Croatia. Lab affiliations include the Wine Quality and Technology Lab, focusing on proteomics/metabolomics applications. Future projects aim to optimize low-impact winemaking technologies and expand studies on indigenous yeast strains in Croatian wine regions.

Tihomir Kovačمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Science
• Nanotechnology
• Biochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Assistant Professor Tihomir Kovač is affiliated with the Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek , specifically at the Faculty of Food Technology Osijek under the Department of Applied Chemistry and Ecology . His research focuses on environmental science, nanotechnology, and biochemistry, with a particular emphasis on food safety and mycotoxin contamination. Position: Assistant Professor University: Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek School: Faculty of Food Technology Osijek Department: Applied Chemistry and Ecology Tihomir Kovač's work explores the interaction between nanoparticles and mycotoxigenic fungi , such as Aspergillus flavus and Penicillium expansum . His studies include patulin and fusarium toxin analysis in fruits and cereals, polyphenol profiling in traditional apple varieties, and green extraction methods for bioactive compounds. He also investigates climate change impacts on fungal contamination and novel food processing techniques to enhance safety. The article trends highlight his expertise in mycotoxin regulation , nanoparticle applications , and traditional crop biochemistry . His publications frequently address EU food safety standards , analytical method validation , and environmental stressors on fungal metabolism.

• Plant Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Chemical Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Branka Salopek Sondi is an Assistant Professor and Head of the Laboratory for Chemical Biology at the Ruđer Bošković Institute , Croatia. Her work integrates molecular biology and chemical biology to study plant responses to abiotic stressors. Academic affiliation: Ruđer Bošković Institute, Division of Molecular Biology Leadership role: Head of Laboratory for Chemical Biology Research interests include: Elucidating molecular mechanisms of plant stress tolerance, particularly in Brassica crops Hormonal regulation (auxin, salicylic acid, proline) under environmental stress Biomineralization processes in marine organisms Phytochemical profiling for nutritional and stress-adaptation applications Publication trends highlight her focus on Brassica responses to heat, drought, and salinity stress. Her work on auxin homeostasis and endophytic fungi interactions spans multiple subfields, including transcriptomics, hormone signaling, and photosynthetic adaptation. Recent studies explore biomineralization in mollusks and stress-induced phytochemical changes. Laboratory leadership: She heads the Laboratory for Chemical Biology, directing research on plant-microbe interactions, stress physiology, and biomineralization mechanisms.

Martina Jakovljević Kovačمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Green Chemistry
• Bioactive Compounds Extraction
• Food Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Martina Jakovljević Kovač, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Applied Chemistry and Ecology within the Faculty of Food Technology Osijek , University of Osijek. Her work focuses on green extraction techniques for bioactive compounds from plant and food waste materials. Primary Affiliation: University of Osijek, Croatia Key Techniques: Deep Eutectic Solvents (DES), Supercritical CO2 Extraction, Ultrasound-Assisted Methods Her research emphasizes green chemistry principles, targeting phenolic compounds , flavonoids , and terpenoids from sources like Tanacetum cinerariifolium , Aronia melanocarpa , and Salvia officinalis . Recent publications analyze solvent optimization, antioxidant activity, and waste valorization strategies. Article trends highlight the use of eco-friendly solvents in extracting pharmaceutically relevant molecules (e.g., pyrethrins, carnosic acid, hesperidin) and their functional testing for antioxidant/antibacterial properties. Collaborative work spans food technology , pharmaceutical science , and sustainable processing . She supervises PhD candidates Mario Nosić and Esma Karahmet Farhat and maintains active collaborations with researchers in Poland , Italy , and Croatia . Contact: martina.jakovljevic@ptfos.hr

• Medical Physics
• Biophysics
• Radiation Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gordana Žauhar is a Full Professor of Medical Physics and Biophysics at the Medical Faculty, University of Rijeka. She has held leadership roles including Head of Department of Medical Physics and Biophysics since 2015 and was promoted to Full Professor in 2021. Education: PhD in Physics (Medical Physics) from University of Zagreb (2001), MSc in Physics (1994), and Bachelor's in Physics & Chemistry (1986). Research Interests: Medical ultrasound applications, radiation physics, environmental pollution analysis, biostatistics, and physiotherapy device quality assurance. Key Article Trends: Recent works focus on Radon exposure in caves Ultrasound effects on bone regeneration Melanoma immune microenvironment dynamics Environmental particulate matter analysis Polymer degradation under radiation Clinical ultrasound dosimetry Scientific Awards: Over 25 years in International Radiation Physics Society Leadership in Croatian Radiation Protection Society Key contributor to EU Leonardo EMITEL encyclopedia Mentorship: Supervised 6+ students in biomedical physics and environmental health projects.

Damir Pajićمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Magnetism in Condensed Matter
• Magnetic Ordering
• Low-Dimensional Magnetism
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Damir Pajić is a full Professor at the Department of Experimental Physics within the Faculty of Science at the University of Zagreb. Appointed in 2000 after completing his PhD in 2008 (graduating with his undergraduate degree in 1998), he maintains active research and teaching roles in condensed matter physics. His research spans magnetism in condensed matter , low-dimensional magnetic systems , nanomagnetism , and magnetoelectric multiferroics , with particular focus on metal-organic hybrid magnets and molecular magnetic systems. Current work includes the HRZZ-funded project 'Evolucija složenih magnetskih i polarnih uređenja iz jednostavnih 2D podstruktura u slojevitim hibridnim organsko-anorganskim halogenometalatima (HOI2DEM)' running from 2023-2027. Analysis of his extensive publication record reveals dominant themes in hybrid organic-inorganic magnetic materials , multiferroic perovskites , and polaronic transport mechanisms in complex oxide systems. His work consistently bridges fundamental magnetic phenomena with potential applications in spintronics and energy materials. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate Physics Practicum and advanced courses in Physics of Nanomaterials, Physics of Disordered Systems, and Magnetism and Magnetic Materials across both undergraduate and graduate programs. Laboratory work focuses on synthesis and characterization of novel magnetic materials, particularly layered hybrid halocuprates and metal-organic frameworks, utilizing SQUID magnetometry and structural analysis techniques under varied experimental conditions.

• NMR Spectroscopy
• Analytical Chemistry
• Petroleum Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jelena Parlov Vuković is a Research Associate at the NMR Center of the Ruđer Bošković Institute in Zagreb, Croatia. She holds a PhD in Natural Sciences (Chemistry) from the University of Zagreb (2011) and a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb (1997). Her research focuses on NMR spectroscopy applications in petroleum analysis, biofuels research, and biomass characterization. Ruđer Bošković Institute, NMR Center (current primary affiliation) Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb (teaching appointment) University of Hohenheim (GRACE Horizon Project collaboration) INA d.d. (Biorefinery Project collaboration) Dr. Parlov Vuković's research expertise centers on NMR spectroscopy applications for characterizing complex chemical systems. Her work spans petroleum analysis (particularly crude oil stability and asphaltene aggregation), biofuels research (including biodiesel purification and characterization), and biomass valorization. She has developed innovative NMR-based methods for fuel analysis, for which she received the INOVA 2006 Gold medal. Her recent work increasingly focuses on sustainable applications of NMR in biorefinery processes and waste valorization. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong research trajectory with consistent output in high-impact journals. Her work demonstrates expertise in applying NMR spectroscopy to solve practical problems in petroleum chemistry, biofuels development, and biomass characterization. The publications show a clear progression from fundamental NMR methodology development to applied research in sustainable energy and waste valorization. INOVA 2006 Gold medal for development of method for determining benzene content using NMR spectroscopy Dr. Parlov Vuković has supervised 2 doctoral dissertations and 7 master's theses, demonstrating her commitment to academic mentoring. She is actively involved in multiple research projects including the current IPS-2023-02 project on valorization of vegetable oil industry residues. Her work is supported by Croatian Science Foundation grants, Horizon 2020 funding, and industry partnerships with INA d.d. As a core member of the NMR Center at Ruđer Bošković Institute, Dr. Parlov Vuković contributes to one of Croatia's leading NMR research facilities. She plays a key role in organizing the Adriatic NMR Conference series and serves as an editor for conference proceedings, helping to establish Croatia as a regional hub for NMR research.

Ana Čikošمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• NMR Spectroscopy
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Ana Čikoš is a Senior Research Associate at the NMR Centre of Ruđer Bošković Institute (RBI) in Zagreb, Croatia. Her research specializes in NMR spectroscopy applications for pharmaceutical and analytical chemistry, including drug discovery, structural biology, and natural products analysis. She mentors graduate students and collaborates extensively on interdisciplinary projects. Education PhD in Analytical Chemistry (2011), University of Zagreb: Thesis on NMR studies of macrolide-ribosome interactions. B.Sc. in Chemistry (2003), University of Zagreb: Thesis on NMR conformational analysis of macrocyclic drugs. Her research integrates NMR spectroscopy with drug design, focusing on macrocycles, protein-ligand interactions, and degradation pathways. She develops methods for structural elucidation of natural products and pharmaceutical impurities, contributing to drug development pipelines. Publications emphasize NMR methodology, macrocyclic therapeutics, and cyclodextrin complexes, with consistent output in high-impact journals since 2007. Recent work explores inflammation targets and asymmetric membrane characterization. Awards "You made the difference!" Award (Fidelta, 2018) GSK Silver Award for NMR lab modernization (2010) GSK Exceptional Science Award for ribosome studies (2009) GSK Bronze Award for macrolide PK research (2008) GSK Silver Award for Open Access NMR implementation (2007) She advises graduate researchers on NMR-based projects and has supervised diploma theses on cyclodextrin complexes and macrocyclic conformation. She leads collaborative initiatives like the Remote NMR infrastructure project.