Marija Milić | Bio Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Marija Milić | Bio Materials | Research Excellence Award

Teaching Assistant, PhD at Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade | Serbia

Dr. Marija Milić (born Pavlović) is a distinguished biotechnology researcher and teaching assistant at the Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade, recognized for her extensive scientific contributions in microbial and enzymatic fermentations, bioactive compound recovery, antioxidant activity evaluation, and sustainable agro-waste bioconversion, with strong international project leadership, high citation impact, broad editorial and peer-review experience, and a prolific publication record spanning bioprocessing, environmental biotechnology, and circular bioeconomy applications.

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Bojana Vasiljevic | Bio materials | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Bojana Vasiljevic | Bio Materials | Research Excellence Award

Senior Research Associate at Vinca Institute of Nuclear Sciences | Serbia

Dr. Bojana Vasiljević is a Research Associate at the Institute of Nuclear Sciences “Vinča”, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, working in the Laboratory for Radiation Chemistry and Physics “Gamma”, where her research focuses on microwave-assisted chemistry, advanced synthetic methodologies, and the development of functional nanomaterials with tailored physicochemical properties. She holds a PhD in Chemistry and has extensive expertise in microwave processing using single-mode and multi-mode reactors, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, FTIR spectroscopy, chromatography techniques, and organic chemical synthesis. Her scientific work spans the synthesis of metal phthalocyanines, bismuth vanadate, carbon quantum dots, and doped carbon-based nanomaterials, with particular emphasis on photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants, hydrogen production, and the influence of gamma irradiation on material characteristics. Dr. Vasiljević has actively contributed to national, bilateral, and international research projects, collaborated with leading European research institutions, and participated in educational activities through laboratory teaching and academic coordination. She is a member of the Serbian Chemical Society and has authored high-impact journal articles and book chapters in the fields of green chemistry, nanotechnology, and photocatalysis.

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Elif Yurttaş | Bio Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Elif Yurttaş | Bio Materials | Research Excellence Award

Postdoc Researcher at Istanbul University- Cerrahpasa | Turkey

Dr. Elif Yurttaş is a dedicated researcher in wood science engineering and polymer science whose work bridges advanced material development with sustainable bio-based innovations, particularly in the fields of wood-polymer composites, lignin-derived nanomaterials, and functional engineered wood products. With research experience spanning prominent institutions including Istanbul Technical University, Sabancı University Nanotechnology Research Center, and InnoRenew CoE in Slovenia, she has contributed to cutting-edge studies on flame-retardant bio-materials, high-performance lignin-based adhesives, silica-coated wood particles, and thermally modified biocomposites designed for improved mechanical, antimicrobial, and thermal behavior. Her academic background covers comprehensive training from undergraduate to doctoral level in forest industry and wood science engineering, supported by prestigious national research scholarships. Dr. Yurttaş has authored impactful publications on PLA-based biocomposites, nanostructured wood materials, ecological thermoplastic reinforcement, and the technological properties of engineered fiberboard systems. She is also an active reviewer for international journals and global scientific events, reflecting her commitment to scholarly excellence. Alongside advanced laboratory skills, she brings experience in 3D-printing biopolymers, material characterization, and composite performance testing, positioning her as a promising scientist contributing meaningfully to sustainable materials research and circular-economy–driven innovation.

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Ayrilmis, N., Yurttaş, E., Durmus, A., Özdemir, F., Nagarajan, R., & Kalimuthu, M. (2021). Properties of biocomposite films from PLA and thermally treated wood modified with silver nanoparticles using leaf extracts of oriental sweetgum. Journal of Polymers and the Environment, 29(8), 2409–2420.

Ayrilmis, N., Akbulut, T., & Yurttaş, E. (2017). Effects of core layer fiber size and face-to-core layer ratio on the properties of three-layered fiberboard. BioResources, 12(4), 7964–7974.

Özdemir, F., Ayrılmis, N., & Yurttaş, E. (2022). Mechanical and thermal properties of biocomposite films produced from hazelnut husk and polylactic acid. Wood Material Science & Engineering, 17(6), 783–789.

Yurttaş, E., Tetik, N., & Ayrılmış, N. (2022). Antimicrobial properties of 3D printed biocomposites with heat-treated wood flour using silver nanoparticles with leaf extract. Wood Material Science & Engineering, 1–9.

Yurttaş, E., & Ayrılmış, N. (2023). Mechanical and thermal properties of 3D‐printed biocomposites of polylactic acid and thermally modified wood flour with silver nanoparticles. Macromolecular Materials and Engineering, 308(12), 2300180.