Верица Ђорђевић

Верица Ђорђевић is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemical Engineering, Technical Metallurgical Faculty (TMF) of the University of Belgrade. She specializes in Pharmaceutical Engineering and Bioprocess Engineering, focusing on encapsulation technologies for bioactive compounds, food processing, and chemical engineering applications. Her teaching responsibilities include courses on process design in biopharmaceutical engineering, pharmaceutical basics, and bioreactor systems.

Her research emphasizes the development of innovative encapsulation systems using biopolymers like alginate, chitosan, and soy protein for applications in food science, pharmaceuticals, and biomedical materials. Key areas include polyphenol diffusion, controlled release mechanisms, and the utilization of agricultural and industrial byproducts (e.g., blood waste) for value-added biomaterials.

She has contributed to over 15 peer-reviewed articles and conference proceedings since 2010, exploring topics such as lipid nanocarriers, hemoglobin isolation via membrane bioreactors, and electrostatic extrusion techniques. Her work bridges fundamental chemical engineering principles with practical applications in nutraceuticals, drug delivery, and sustainable bioprocessing.

• Scientific Contributions: 15+ publications in journals like Carbohydrate Polymers and Food & Feed Research.
• Teaching: Leads courses in bioprocess engineering, pharmaceutical design, and water treatment in pharmaceutical industries.
• Student Mentorship: Supervised 8+ students on topics ranging from nanofilm encapsulation of vitamins to ultrasonic extraction of glucosinolates.

Her research highlights include optimizing encapsulation efficiency for resveratrol, thyme extracts, and green tea polyphenols, as well as advancing sustainable methods for blood-derived biomaterials.