Meet Our Dedicated Research Team
The Ruđer Bošković Institute is recognized as Croatia’s leading scientific institute in the natural and biomedical sciences, as well as marine and environmental research. This reputation is due to its size, scientific productivity, international research standing, and the quality of its scientific personnel and research facilities. The Institute plays a pivotal role in bridging science with the business sector in the Republic of Croatia, leveraging its research capacities, knowledge, and scientific excellence.
The Ruđer Bošković Institute stands out as the most competitive Croatian institute on an international scale, evidenced by its participation in global research projects funded by organizations such as the IAEA, the European Commission’s FP5-7 programs, NATO, NSF, SNSF, DAAD, and other international scientific foundations. Additionally, the Institute leads in the Republic of Croatia in terms of the number of papers published in international scientific journals, particularly in the most prestigious categories.
As the largest multidisciplinary scientific research center in Croatia, the Ruđer Bošković Institute boasts over 750 scientists and researchers across 11 departments and 4 centers, encompassing more than 80 laboratories. These facilities conduct research in a wide array of fields, including theoretical and experimental physics, materials chemistry, electronics, physical chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry, molecular biology and medicine, marine and environmental sciences, information and computer sciences, and laser and nuclear research and development. The Institute's multidisciplinary approach is a key strength, enabling it to provide comprehensive solutions to a broad spectrum of socially significant issues.
Croatian partners lead the development and optimization of new textile coatings.
The Group has three permanent collaborators, from left to right:
NATO country Project Director (NPD) - Dr Nives Matijaković Mlinarić
Associate - Dr Katarina Marušić
Associate - Helena Biljanić, PhD student
Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, is an interdisciplinary research institute within the ETH Domain. It conducts cutting-edge research in materials science and technology, focusing on meeting the requirements of industry and societal needs by linking applications-oriented research to practical implementation. This enables Empa to offer customized solutions that enhance its partners' innovative edge and international competitiveness, while also improving public quality of life. A core element of Empa's approach is the careful use of natural resources and a closed-cycle way of thinking. Through efficient technology transfer, Empa converts research results into marketable innovations.
In 2023, Empa researchers and engineers published over 740 scientific papers and patented 10 developments. By the end of the year, Empa was running 100 projects funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), over 80 projects supported by Innosuisse, and 90 EU projects. Additionally, Empa attracted over 60 million Swiss francs in third-party funding for projects. The 37 spin-offs and other start-ups in Empa’s two business incubators employ over 1,100 people. Central to these achievements are Empa’s approximately 1,000 scientists, engineers, technicians, and general staff, who make it a world-renowned research institute in materials science and technology.
Swiss partners conduct systematic microbiological testing of the effectiveness of individual components and finished coatings.
The Group has four permanent collaborators, from left to right:
Associate - Dr Mihyun Lee
Associate - Luzia Wiesli
Associate - PhD student Marc Puschmann - NATO stipend recipient
Partner country Project Director (PPD) - Prof Dr Katharina Maniura
The University of Graz, founded in 1585, is Austria's second oldest university and one of the largest in the country. Numerous outstanding scientists, including six Nobel Prize winners, have taught and researched here. With 30,000 students and 4,700 employees, it makes a decisive contribution to the vibrant life of the Styrian capital. Its geographical location favors a lively scientific, economic and cultural exchange with south-eastern Europe, from which the city benefits just as much as its educational institutions.
As a general university, the University of Graz sees itself as an international educational and research institution with a mission to conduct research and teaching that is relevant to and promotes society. While upholding the principle of freedom of research and teaching, the University of Graz permanently deals with social, political and technological developments. Increasing flexibility and globalization are essential framework conditions. Profile building and visibility in the European and global context are of great importance to the University, whereby a special feature is its positioning in the Southeast European region. The University of Graz conducts top-level basic and applied research based on the principles of scientific and ethical integrity. Diversity of topics and methods in an international network is promoted. The University develops the profile by setting research priorities, considering socially relevant research questions. Innovative interdisciplinary research and cooperation between subjects are specifically promoted. In the sense of research-guided teaching, students are involved in research and cooperation with excellent European and non-European universities and participation in important networks is fostered.
As part of the University of Graz, the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (IPW) was founded in 2004 and is divided into four departments: Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, Pharmacognosy, and Pharmacology and Toxicology. The institute has state-of-the-art facilities at an internationally high level. The central topics of the IPW include the discovery and development of drugs, the formulation and delivery of drugs, pharmaceutical analysis and quality control, mechanisms of action and the identification of target structures. The results lead to peer-reviewed publications in leading journals and to applications for intellectual property rights. Numerous international collaborations guarantee a continuous exchange of students, scientists and know-how. The IPW departments participate in global research projects funded by organizations such as the European Union, the Austrian Research Fund, the Austrian Research Promotion Agency and through industry partnerships.
Austrian partners conduct the biocompatibility and safety of individual components and finished coatings.
The Group has four permanent collaborators, from left to right:
Associate - Lukas Vergeiner, PhD Student
Co-Director - Prof Dr Eva Roblegg
Associate - James McFarlane Hoad, PhD student
Associate - Dr Atiđa Selmani
