Research projects 2025-2029
- Academy of Applied Arts
- Faculty of Economics
- Faculty of Biotechnology and Drug Development
- Faculty of Dental medicine
- Faculty of Informatics and Digital Technologies
- Faculty of Physics
- Faculty of Speech and Language Pathology
- Faculty of Mathematics
- Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Faculty of Health Studies
- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Civil Engineering
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Maritime Studies
- Faculty of Law
- Rectorate
- Student Center
- University Library
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Teacher Education
- Science and Technology Park
Research projects 2025-2029
UNIRI PROJECTS FOR MATERIALLY DEMANDING RESEARCH
PhDGoran KaranovićFull Professor
“Financing and moral hazard in higher education: research on the interrelationship between the occurrence of moral hazard and subsidies, economic, psychological and sociodemographic determinants
Social Sciences
dr.Robert Peterassociate professor
Advanced photocatalytic materials produced by atomic layer deposition (ALD)
Natural Sciences
Prof. D. Sc.Ivan Štajduharmag. ing. comp.
Building multimodal foundation models for medical radiology
Technical Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Sandra Kraljević Pavelićredovita profesorica
Correlation study of environmental factors heavy metals and pesticides with the status of the microbiome in patients diagnosed with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Izv. prof. dr. sc.Berislav Lisnićdipl. ing. biotehnologije
Deciphering the molecular portrait of cytomegalovirus infection at the single cell level
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof.Jonatan LergaPhD
Deep Learning for Smart Energy Systems Management
Technical Sciences
Dr.scIgor JurakProfessor
Differential ADAR1 interactove in HSV-1 infection
Natural Sciences
Doc. dr. sc.Katarina KapuralinPhD
Discovery of novel glioma biomarkers using single-cell omics sequencing
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
prof.dr.sc.Neven Bulićdipl.ing.
Distributed modulation methods in multilevel power converters
Technical Sciences
prof. dr.Dario Đerđa
Enhancing the Quality of the Legal Framework in Higher Education in the Republic of Croatia
Social Sciences
Prof. D. Sc.Saša ZelenikaM.Sc. Mech. Eng.
Environmental monitoring via autonomous sensor networks
Technical Sciences
Prof. D. Sc.Robert Basandipl. ing.
Experimental Research on the Mechanical Behavior of Lightweight, Functional, and Sustainable Engineering Materials in As-Manufactured and Degraded States
Technical Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Pero Lučindr. med.
Identification of a cytomegalovirus gene that initiate biogenesis of the assembly compartment
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
ProfessorBojan PolićMD, PhD
Impairment of innate immunity in the context of metabolic associated-dysfunction steatotic liver disease
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof. D. Sc.Anica Trpmag. ing. mech.
Increasing of heat exchange efficiency in green energy systems
Technical Sciences
ProfessorRobert DomitrovićPh.D.
Inhibitors of receptor tyrosine kinase signaling pathways in the treatment of colon cancer
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Dean Marković
Innovative nanotechnologically and chemically enhanced 3D printed prosthetic replacements
Natural Sciences
Prof.dr.sc.Marina Šantićdipl.sanit.ing.
L. anisa - the mechanisms of molecular pathogenesis on in vitro and in vivo model
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Ivana Kundadipl. iur.
Legal and Ethical Implications of the Dehumanisation of the Justice and Public Administration through Legal Technology
Social Sciences
PhDMarko PerićFull Professor
Longitudinal study on the attitudes of key stakeholders towards the impact of a major one-off sporting event
Social Sciences
Prof.Kristina PilipovićM.D., Ph.D.
Modeling Maternal Inflammation in Cerebral Organoids: Investigating Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Therapeutic Interventions
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof. dr. scAna Perić Hadžić
Multimedia interactive simulation systems in the maritime sector
Technical Sciences
Associate Prof.Marina Manganaro
Multimessenger astronomy: investigating the most energetic events in the Universe
Natural Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Stefan Ivićmag. ing. mech.
Multi-robot systems for safety operations in unknown environments
Technical Sciences
prof.Kristina Grabušićdipl. ing.
Nanocytometry to Enhance Liquid Biopsy in Translational Medicine
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Mladenka Malenicadipl. ing. bioteh.
Nano-delivery particles from bee products for better bioavailability of bioactive compounds with antitumor activity
Biotechnical Sciences
prof.dr.sc.Vlatka Debeljakdr.med.dent.
Oral health at the patients on antiresorptive therapy
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof.dr.sc.Marko Čanađijadipl.ing.
Physics Informed Neural Networks in Mechanics
Technical Sciences
dr.sc.Igor Ružićdipl.ing.građ
Research on Adaptation Possibilities and Development of a Methodological Framework for the Adaptation of Coastal Structures (CS) to Climate Change
Technical Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Marina Ivašić Kosprof. mat. i inf.
SmartSeaGuard: Intelligent system for coastal surveillance and increasing safety at sea
Social Sciences
Izv. prof. dr.sc.Saša Horvat
Social Assistive Robots and Autism – Perspectives and Challenges
Humanities
Prof.Goran Maušamag. ing. el.
Soft Computing Framework for the Discovery of Phase-separating Peptides
Technical Sciences
Izv.prof.dr.sc.Paulina Krolodipl.ing.građ.
Solar power plants in extreme bora conditions – modeling and standardization
Technical Sciences
Prof.dr.scLado Kranjčevićdipl. ing.
Strengthening climate resilience through application of artificial intelligence and optimization in the conservation and management of water resources
Technical Sciences
Full professor tenureMilan Mesić
Synthesis of inovative miRNA-PROTAC conjugates as anticancer therapy
Natural Sciences
Prof.dr.sc.Dean Bernečićdipl.ing.
The development of the marine engine digital twin
Technical Sciences
ProfessorFelix WensveenBiologist
The role of IGF-1 in the biology of memory CD8 T cells
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Associate Professor Ilija Brizićmag. ing. biotechn.
The Role of Immunological Mechanisms in the Development of Neurological Disorders Induced by Viral Infection
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Goran HauserMD
Therapeutic potential of lyophilized TFM capsules in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Associate professorLucijana Šešeljdocent
Tides of the Past: Research on Historical, Cultural, and Natural transformations of the Maritime Landscape of Nin
Humanities
Associ. Prof.Daniela Kalafatović
Transforming Peptide Nanomaterial Discovery with Generative AI
Natural Sciences
UNIRI PROJECTS BY EXPERIENCED RESEARCHERS
Prof. dr. sc.Marina Vicelja MatijašićRED.PROF.
Materiality, Interpretation, Comunication, Memory: Early Medieval Stone Sculpture of Northern Adriatic (MICOM)
Humanities
Assoc. Prof.Vanja Smokvinamag.iur.
(In)visible minorities in sports: promoting equality, inclusion, rights and equity
Social Sciences
Assistant ProfessorDanijel CikovićPhD
(Re)Discovering the Silk Road Legacy in a New Digital Environment: Multiple Contexts of Artistic Production in the Adriatic Contact Zone
Humanities
Assistant ProfessorMarko ŠestanDVM
“Smells like a cure for tumors” – Enhancing antitumor immunity through smell-induced conditioning
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Associate ProfessorCorinna Gerbaz-Giuliano
”Le care immagini perdute...” - Appointment with the cultural heritage of Rijeka
Humanities
ProfessorIvan Lupić
A Female Scribal Community in Early Modern Dalmatia
Humanities
PhD Full ProfessorSanja Tatalović Vorkapićprof. of psychology
ADJUSTMENT IN KINDERGARTEN: ENHANCEMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PRACTICE AS A FACILITATOR OF EARLY TRANSITIONS AND CHILDREN'S WELL-BEING
Social Sciences
dr. sc.Jasmina Jelčić ČolakovacAssistant Professor
Affective and lexico-semantic analysis of metaphors in Croatian: digital repository and electrophysiological validation
Humanities
Prof.Ana MeštrovićPhD
AI Methods for Analyzing Media Texts and Exploring Information Dissemination
Social Sciences
Prof. dr.sc.Danijela Sokolić
Alternative Work Structures, AI and Well-Being: Balancing Organizational Flexibility and Employee Welfare
Social Sciences
Full professorDubravko Frankovićdipl. ing. el.
Application of artificial inteligence for advanced power system control
Technical Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Marko Gulićdipl. ing.
Application of energy-efficient metaheuristics to optimisation problems in maritime container transport
Technical Sciences
Associate ProfessorNeira Torić Malićdipl.ing.grad.
Application of Inverse Modeling and Artificial Intelligence for Material Optimization in the Context of Urban Heat Islands
Technical Sciences
Prof. Dr.Dijana Dominis Presterdipl. ing.
Applications of Astrophysics in Atmospheric Characterisation and Medicine
Natural Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Leo Škecmag.ing.aedif.
Architected Metamaterials for Structural Joints under Dynamic Loading: Development, Simulation and Validation
Technical Sciences
Prof.Goran VukelićPh.D.
Assessment of 3D-Printed Material Corrosion Using Artificial Intelligence
Technical Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Hrvoje Jakovacdr.med.
Assessment of the neuroprotective potential of myrcene
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Renata Čepić
Attracting and Retaining Preschool and Class Teachers in the Profession: Motives for choosing the teaching profession and Context
Social Sciences
Prof.Goran TurkaljPh.D., Univ.Dipl.Ing.Mech.
Beam models for finite element stability analysis of thin-walled composite beam-type structures
Technical Sciences
izv.prof.dr.sc.Mirna Petković Didovićdipl.ing.kemije
Biofilm Architecture and Nitroxoline - Elucidating Pleiotropic Effects through Advanced Spectroscopic Analysis
Natural Sciences
Associate ProfessorAleksandar BulogMaster of Sanitary Engineering
Biological monitoring of environmental exposure to benzene by determining its degradation metabolites S-phenylmercapturic acid (S-PMA) and trans,trans-muconic acid (tt-MA) in an urban population
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof.Sandi Ljubićmag. ing. comp.
Biometric Authentication based on Human-Computer Interaction
Technical Sciences
Assoc. Prof.Goran Gregovmag. ing. mech.
Biomimetic soft pneumatic robots based on the kirigami design
Technical Sciences
Red.prof.dr.sc.Domagoj Lancdipl.ing.
Buckling modeling of inhomogeneous cross-section beam-type structures in nonlinear regimes
Technical Sciences
prof.dr.sc.Sanja Dugonjić Jovančevićmag.ing.aedif.
Building Resilience of Vulnerable Urban Environments
Technical Sciences
Izv.prof.dr.sc.Goran Volfdipl.ing.građ.
Challenges in Water Resources Management in Times of Climate Change Regarding the Production of Drinking Water
Technical Sciences
Assoc. Prof.Željko VrcanD. Sc. M. E.
Characterization of advanced two-carrier planetary gear trains
Technical Sciences
Associate professorVanda Juranić Lisnićdipl.ing.bioteh.
Characterization of the immune response to cytomegalovirus infection in adrenal glands
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
izv.prof.dr.scDražen Lušićdipl.sanit.ing.
Chemical Characterization and Biological Effects of Propolis
Biotechnical Sciences
dr. sc.Zdenka BrzovićPhD
Classifications and Explanations in Biomedical Sciences
Humanities
dr. sc.Čedomir Benacprofessor emeritus
Climate change and coastal vulnerability of the Kvarner
Technical Sciences
Full professor tenure Gordana LaškarinM.D.
Comorbidities of spondyloarthritis
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Miran Pobar
Computer Vision System for Athlete Tracking and Movement Analysis
Social Sciences
Assoc. Prof. Iva Tuhtan Grgićdipl. iur.
Connecting Croatia: Advancing Sustainable, Green, and Inclusive Transport through Effective Legal Regulation
Social Sciences
Izv. prof. dr. sc.Mario Kolar
Croatian and Anglophone Crime Fiction: Text, Context, Translation
Humanities
dr. sc.Borana Morić Mohorovičić
Croatian linguistic heritage of the 19th and 20th centuries as a tourist product
Humanities
Full professorMarko Medved
Cultural history of Rijeka: education and libraries
Humanities
Dr.sc.Tomislav JurkićMSc, PhD Physics
Data mining and machine learning in Rubin/LSST sky survey
Natural Sciences
dr.sc.Srđan Žuškin
Decision Support System Development for Autonomous Navigation
Technical Sciences
dr.sc.Elvio Baccarinired.prof. u trajnom zvanju
Democracy, Inclusiveness, Cities
Humanities
Assoc. Prof.Kristina MarkovićD.Sc.
Design and optimisation of compliant structures for medical applications
Technical Sciences
Associate professorTea Marohnićdipl. ing. stroj.
Development of a methodological framework for estimation of properties and mechanical behavior of materials using machine learning
Technical Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Sanja Čandrlić
Development of an Information System for Personalized Learning Based on Learning Analytics
Social Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Aneta Stojić
Development of an Interactive Multilingual Digital Collocation Dictionary: Corpus-based Contrastive Research
Humanities
prof. dr. sc.Davor Grandićdipl. ing. građ.
Development of Representative Rubble Masonry Member Behaviour Model in the Kvarner region for Seismic Assessment of Existing Buildings
Technical Sciences
dr. sc.Daniela Soldić FrletaAssociate Professor
Different perspectives, one goal: inclusion and accessibility in tourism
Social Sciences
Dr.sc.Livia Maglićizv.prof.
Digital Model of Selection and Professional Guidance of Students for Work at Port Container Terminals
Technical Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Duško Pavletićdipl. ing.
Digital Readiness and Enhancement for Advanced Manufacturing
Technical Sciences
Assoc. prof. Nina Perezadr. med.
Digital transformation and innovation of clinical education programmes based on actual needs in medical education
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Assoc. Prof.Bojana Horvatdipl. ing. građ.
Droughts Analysis with Application of the Space-born Earth Observation Technologies
Technical Sciences
Assoc. ProfessorLara BatičićPhD
Dynamic Changes in Endothelial Glycocalyx and Inflammatory Response in Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke Treated with Mechanical Thrombectomy: Pathophysiological Aspects and Clinical Implications
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Nela Malatesti
Effects of metal ion on (photo)physicochemical properties and photodynamic activity of porphyrins and their conjugates
Natural Sciences
Associate professorVedran Mrzljakdipl.ing.
Energy power plants optimization with the goal of fuel consumption and harmful gas emissions reduction
Technical Sciences
assistant professorNikola Anđelić
Energy-Efficient Image Classification: A Genetic Programming-Based Alternative to Deep Learning
Technical Sciences
DrBranka Drljača MargićProfessor
English-medium instruction: Language prerequisites, challenges and support
Humanities
Assistant ProfessorPetra JagodnikEngineering Geologist
Enhancing Quality of Landslide Maps in Croatia Using LiDAR
Technical Sciences
Asst. Prof. Ivan CerovacPhD
Epistemic Challenges of Populism: The Impact of Language and Discourse on the Epistemic Foundations of Democracy
Humanities
Associate ProfessorSanja Grbić
Existing Anthropogenic Protection of Convention Rights as a Chilling Effect
Social Sciences
ProfessorDijana DetelMD
Exosomes in Obesity and Therapeutic Response: From Biomarkers of Metabolic Dysfunction to Intercellular Messengers
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Assoc. Prof. Dr.Stjepan Gadžo
Fair Taxation in the Digital Environment: Theoretical Foundations and Normative Solutions
Social Sciences
izv.prof.dr.sc.Zinaida Perićdr.med.
Fecal microbiota transplantation in the treatment of patients with acute myeloid leukemia
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Izv. prof. dr. sc.Andrea Švob
Finite geometries, graphs and groups
Natural Sciences
dr.sc.Zoran Ježić
From Knowledge to Sustainability: Human Resources, Education and Technology in Economic Development
Social Sciences
Assoc. Prof.Josip PeranićPhD, CE
From Laboratory to Field: A New Soil Characterization Approach for Landslide Modelling
Technical Sciences
Professor Tihana Lenac Roviš
From Model to Therapy: Investigating Monoclonal Antibodies for Nectins in Tumor Microenvironment
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
assistant profesor Lara Saftić Martinovićmag.pharm.inv.
From Oxidative Stress to Metabolic Signature: An Integrated Approach to Understanding Female Reproductive Ageing
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
dr. sc.Tomislav Senčićdipl. ing.
Fuel Cell Integration into Ship Power Systems
Technical Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Nada Starčević Čizmarevićdipl.ing.
Genetic and Epigenetic Interaction in Multiple Sclerosis: polymorphisms, methylation status and microRNA regulation of genes involved in neurodegeneration and autoimmunity
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Sanja Dević Pavlićdipl. sanit. ing.
Genomic variability of premature infants: from sequencing to functional studies
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
dr.sc.Jasminka ZlokovićPhD
Gerontology – A Holistic Approach to Promoting the Quality of Life and Personal Well-Being of Older Adults
Social Sciences
dr. sc.Sanja Bogovićred. prof.
Glagolitic heritage and its echoes in Rijeka and the surrounding area
Humanities
izv.prof.dr.sc.Pavle Jakovac
Globalization and the Future of Capitalism: Post-Capitalist Visions OR Can Capitalism Survive the Trend of De-/Re-Globalization and De-Growth?
Social Sciences
Izv. prof. dr. sc.Damir Grebićdr. med.
GLYCOPROTEIN 96 AND ANDROGEN RECEPTORS AS A NEW PROGNOSTIC AND PREDICTIVE FACTORS OF BREAST CANCER
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Associate professorMihaela Braut Filipović
Governance and Restructuring of Family Businesses in the Age of Generational Transition
Social Sciences
Dr. sc.Lada Badurinared. prof.
Grammar, semantics and pragmatics of the text
Humanities
prof. dr. sc.Marin Karuza
Hadronic contribution to muon's anomalous magnetic moment
Natural Sciences
Associate ProfessorSaša Potočnjak
Hagiographia Adriatica: Material Reception and Social Practices
Humanities
assoc. prof. dr. Marko KovačićMA
he impact of the "Next Generation EU" instrument on Croatian public policy change
Social Sciences
Doc.dr.scDarko Rovišprof.soc.ped
HEALTH OUTCOMES FROM RAISED URBAN SETTINGS Follow--up
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Ana Bobinac
Health-Related Quality of Life and Antimicrobial Resistance in Croatia: Population Norms and Situational Analysis
Social Sciences
Full ProfessorOlga Cvijanović PelozaMD, PhD
Histological and immunohistochemical evaluation of regenerated bone following magnesium membrane and xenograft application in Guided Bone Regeneraton
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Dr Slobodan Beligamag. inf. et educ. inf.
Hybrid AI Approaches to Natural Language Processing and Knowledge Generation
Social Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Nevenka Ožanićdipl.inž.građ.
HYDROLOGY OF WATER RESOURCES AND IDENTIFICATION OF RISKS FROM THE CONSEQUENCES OF CLIMATE CHANGES IN THE KRASTIC AREA
Technical Sciences
Dr.Nicholas James BradshawPhD
Identification of differing nucleotide relationships in paralogues (plus their relevance to mental illness)
Biotechnical Sciences
Doc. dr. sc.Željka Maglica
Identification of Microbiomic and Proteomic Biomarkers of Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof. dr. sc./Full ProfessorSanja Tadić Šokac
Identity in the literary works of Rijeka authors from the 20th century to the present
Humanities
Prof.dr.sc.Ines Mrakovčić-Šutićdr.med.
Immunomodulatory features of enzymes matrix metalloproteinases and cytolytic molecules granulysin and perforin in analgesia, angiogenesis, sport and inflammation
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof.Miroslav Joler
Implementation of AI in Design and Optimization of Electromagnetic Systems
Technical Sciences
Prof.dr.sc.Zoran Čarijadipl.ing.
Improvement of the development of multidisciplinary fluid flow research in macro and micro systems using supercomputer simulations and artificial intelligence
Technical Sciences
dr. sc.Nino Krvavicadipl. ing. građ
Improving the Risk Assessment and Predicting Compound Flooding in Croatia
Technical Sciences
Full professorIvana First Komen
Influencer Marketing and Small Producers: Ethical Dilemmas and Collaboration Challenges
Social Sciences
Full Professor, PhDTomislav Galović
Innovation, Security Challenges and Competitiveness in the Global Environment
Social Sciences
red.prof.dr.sc.Petra Pejić Papak
Innovative Approaches to Teaching in a Stimulating Learning Environment: Preparation, Implementation and Evaluation of Flipped Learning and Teaching
Social Sciences
Prof.dr.sc.Jasenka Mršić-Pelčićdr.med.
Innovative therapeutic systems based on "green" laurel extracts from the northern and southern Adriatic: a phytotherapeutic approach in the control of central and peripheral inflammatory response
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Zoran Jurkovićdipl. ing. strojarstva
Integration of advanced optimization methods and simulation tools to improve transportation efficiency in automated assembly processes
Technical Sciences
professor, full professorVanja Vasiljevdipl.sanit.ing.
Integration of Forest Therapy and Mindfulness through a Social Prescribing Model in Health Care for Vulnerable Population Groups
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Asst. Prof. Ana Filošević VujnovićPh.D.
Integration of neuroepigenetics: the impact of social isolation on histone and m⁶A RNA modifications in neuronal and glial functions
Natural Sciences
Full ProfessorDalibor Broznićmag. env. pub. health
Interactions of Pesticides and Heavy Metals in the Ecosystem: Dynamics in Soil, Bioaccumulation in the Food Chain, and Ecological Risk Assessment
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Vedrana Mikulić Crnkovićprof.
Interdisciplinary approach to teaching and promotiong mathematics
Natural Sciences
dr. sc.Nenad SmokrovićProfessor in Retirement
Interest conflicts in the sustainability of coastal commons - logical and game theoretic perspectives
Humanities
izv. prof. dr. sc.Diana Manceprof.
Isotope research in the North Adriatic region
Natural Sciences
Associate ProfessorErvin Kamenarmag. ing. el.
Koopman-driven real-time sEMG signal decomposition for robotic rehabilitation
Technical Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Sanda Martinčić - Ipšićdipl. ing.
LangNet-KG: Knowledge Graph for Climate Change Research
Social Sciences
Assoc. Prof.Martina Bajčićuniv.spec.iur.
Legal Terminology Management in the Digital Age
Humanities
Assistant professorDijana Tomić Linšakgraduate sanitary engineer
LP-SEROTRACK Investigation of phenotype of different serogroups of Legionella pneumophila
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof.dr.sc.Ivica KožarProfessor in Retirement
Machine learning in modelling of anchor failure in concrete
Technical Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Sanjin Brautdipl.ing.
Machine learning-based diagnosis of rolling element bearing faults
Technical Sciences
doc. dr. sc.Ivan Jeličić
Making the Eastern Border of Fascist Italy. Cultural memory in Istria and Fiume/Rijeka during the interwar period
Humanities
Ph.D.Krešimir MikinacAssociate professor
Mapping and enhancing local gastronomy in tourism destination: A supply-side perspective using a mixed-methods approach
Social Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Sanda Bujačić Babić
Mathematical Modeling in Artificial Inteligence
Natural Sciences
assoc.prof.dr.sc.Iva MrakM. Arch
Mediterranean Mosaic: Revitalization Factors of Urban Voids, Industrial Heritage, and Coastal Areas for Climate Resilience and Connectivity of Scattered Settlements in the Northern Mediterranean
Technical Sciences
prof.Nelida Črnjarićdipl. ing. mat.
Modelling of Micropolar Fluids: Theoretical Analysis and Numerical Models using Data-Driven Approaches
Natural Sciences
Red. prof. dr. sc.Nataša Rupčićdipl.oec
Modern Challenges of Sustainability Management
Social Sciences
Prof.Antonija Jurak BegonjaPh.D.
Modulation of thrombopoiesis in inflammation
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
ProfMarina Bubonja ŠonjeMD, PhD
Molecular characterization of invasive Streptococcus pneumoniae clinical isolates
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
associate professorSlaven Jurkovićmedical physics expert
Monte Carlo algorithms for particle transport modelling in single photon emmission tomography-Development, experimental evaluation and application
Natural Sciences
Doc.dr.sc.Maja Kelićprof. logoped
Morphonotactic and neurocognitive description of reading acquiistion as a prerequisite for dynamic screening of difficulties
Social Sciences
dr. sc.Marko Perčićmag. ing. mech.
Multiscale Interdisciplinary NanotribologIcal Investigation of Nanomaterials
Technical Sciences
prof.dr.sc.Ivana Gobindipl.sanit.ing
Natural compounds as alternative approach in opportunistic premise plumbing pathogens biofilm control
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Tamara Brautdr. med.
Nectin-4 in carcinogenesis of laryngeal squmaous cell carcinoma
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
doc.dr.scToni Todorovski
Novel peptide-based therapeutics for elimination of antimicrobial resistance
Natural Sciences
Doc.dr.sc.Gordana Kenđel Jovanovićdipl.ing. nutricionizma
Nutrition and mental health: the association between the gut-brain axis and systemic inflammation in the student population
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
doc. dr.sc.Maja Cokarić Brdovčakdipl.ing.biologije
Optimizing immunization strategies using MCMV-based vaccine vectors
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof.Aleksandra Deluka-Tibljašmag.ing.aedif.
Optimizing Transport Infrastructure in the Function of Sustainable Mobility in Cities
Technical Sciences
Full professorIvana MunitićMD, PhD
OPTN in microglia: neurotoxic and neuroprotective functions
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Ana Jurasić
Particular problems in algebraic structures in number theory and topology
Natural Sciences
Assoc.prof. Ita HadžisejdićMD
PD-L1 expression in invasive laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma and its prognostic significance in combination with PD-1, granzyme B and FOXP3 expression in tumor infiltrating lymphocytes
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
izv.prof.dr.sc.Željko Linšakdipl.sanit.ing.
Peptid based strategie against antimicrobial resistance
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Valerija Majetić Germekdipl.sanit.ing.
Phenol and volatile compounds of virgin oils under the influence of plant proteins
Biotechnical Sciences
Assoc.Prof.D.Sc.Ante SkoblarB.S.M.E.
Physics informed neural network for vibration analysis of beams
Technical Sciences
ProfessorSrećko ValićFull professor tenure
Polymer composites and vegetable oils for designing and testing new types of sensors
Technical Sciences
doc. dr. sc. Silvije Šeguljadr. med.
Prediction of Respiratory Allergic Diseases in School Age Children with Exhaled Nitric Oxide
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Dr.Maria Kolympadi MarkovicAssistant Professor
Preparation of surface-immobilised metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for use in the storage of gaseous compounds
Natural Sciences
prof.dr.sc.Daniela Malnardr.med.
Prevalence of risk factors for the development of lymphedema after breast cancer surgery: a two-year longitudinal study
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Assistant ProfessorVanja VitezićPh.D.
Price (dis)balance in tourism: Willingness to pay and the challenges of determining attraction prices
Social Sciences
dr. sc.Igor Kardumred. prof.
Processes and Outcomes of Similarity in Psychological Characteristics Between Romantic Partners
Social Sciences
doc. dr.sc.Paola Kučan BrlićPhD
Profiling Nectin family proteins in human tumors: a pilot biobank project for enhancing immunotherapy strategies
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
doc.dr.sc.Sunčica Buljevićdipl.san.ing.
Prognostic potential of inflammatory, fibrotic, and microRNA biomarkers in the development of cardiac conduction disorders following transcatheter aortic valve implantation
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Full ProfessorLara Jelenc
ProSPERO- Piloting the Portfolio of the Center for Business Excellence
Social Sciences
Assoc. Prof.Dalida Rittossa
Protecting the Rights of Vulnerable Persons in Challenging Times: Legal Standards and Current Realities
Social Sciences
Professor Irena GlažarDDM
Psychoneuroimmunology in orofacial pain
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
doc.dr.sc.Sanda Pletikosić TončićM. Psych.
Psychosocial determinants of health outcomes in children and adolescents with functional gastrointestinal disorders and their parents
Social Sciences
Full ProfessorDarija Vukić LušićMaster of Environmental Public Health
QMRA – An Integrated Model for Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment in Seawater and Beach Sand on Croatian Beaches
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Associate ProfessorTanja Grubić KezeleMD, PhD
Quality of life and the relationship between physical activity and cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal status in primary school children in Rijeka
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Full ProfessorGordana Starčević KlasanMD
Quality of life, posture and musculoskeletal status in young athletes and non-athletes
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Red.prof.dr.sc.Predrag Dominis Presterdipl.inž.fiz.
Quantum Field Theory, Gravity and Unified Theories
Natural Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Hana Mahmutefendić Lučindipl. ing. biol.
Rab10-Rab8-Rab11 loop in endosomal tubulation of cytomegalovirus assembly compartment
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Full ProfessorBojana Ćulum Ilić
RE:LEARN - Liminal pedagogy: Redefining Learning Through Community Engagement, Reflection and Transformation
Social Sciences
Assistant ProfessorStella Suljić Nikolaj
Regulation and Sustainability in Finance: Challenges and Opportunities for the Stability of the Financial System
Social Sciences
Dr. Edward Legg
Representations of Self and Other Perspectives
Social Sciences
Izv. prof. dr. sc.Sanjin Trohadipl.ing.
Research of kinematic properties and power losses of two-carrier planetary gear trains
Technical Sciences
Assoc. Prof.David Brčićdipl. ing.
Research on Dynamic Impacts and the Proposal of Modular Solutions for the Complex Electronic Navigation Environment
Technical Sciences
PhD, Associate ProfessorMirjana Grčić Fabić
Resilient entrepreneurs for resilient communities: the role of local context in micro and small business resilience
Social Sciences
Prof. prim. dr. sc.Stjepan Špaljdr. med. dent., mag. nov.
Retention orthodontic appliances and post-treatment stability
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
doc.dr.sc.Vedrana Jelenčićmag.ing.mol.bioteh.
Role of NK cells in ketogenesis: Immunological regulation of metabolic processes
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Gordana Blagojević Zagoracdr. med., mag. oec.
Role of Rho GTPases in the life cycle of cytomegalovirus
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Nataša Ercegprof. mat. i fiz.
Science in the hands of teachers – Strengthening competencies for teaching physics within the science
Natural Sciences
Assoc. Prof.Danijela Jakšić
SEAMple: Integration of social media, artificial intelligence, and digital marketing for managing student engagement
Social Sciences
Assoc. prof.Tomislav Terzićmag. phys.
Search for signatures of quantum gravity in astrophysical measurements
Natural Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Iva Šarić Janković
Silicon based polymer derived ceramics
Natural Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Miroslav Vrankić
Smart Electro-Textile Interfaces for Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Children with Developmental Disabilities
Technical Sciences
Dr.sc.Saša Drezgić
Socioeconomic Intelligent Modelling Based on Artificial Intelligence
Social Sciences
prof. dr. Željko Bartulović
State and Legal Traditions of the Northern Adriatic Through European Influences and Digital Historiography
Social Sciences
Associate ProfessorDavor Dragičević
Statistical properties of random dynamical systems and other contributions to mathematical analysis and probability theory
Natural Sciences
Prof.dr.sc.Saša Žiković
Steering the Energy Rapids: Balancing Energy Sustainability and Security
Social Sciences
assoc.prof.dr.sc.Vedran Jagodnikmag.ing.aedif.
Stiffness Degradation and Micromechanical Behaviour of Sand- Fine Mixtures Under Cyclic Loading
Technical Sciences
dr.sc.Benedikt Perakassociate professor
STUDIA: Personalized Digital Assistant for Students of the Humanities Development and Evaluation of an LLM-Based Platform for Individualized Academic Support
Humanities
dr. sc.Rosanda Pahljina-Reinić
Supporting self-regulated learning with adaptive educational technologies
Social Sciences
Prof. dr.Nela Vlahinić
Sustainability and Green Transition in Volatile Economic and Geopolitic Landscape
Social Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Tomislav Mrakovčićdipl. ing.str.
Sustainable Energy Solutions for Emission Reduction in Maritime Transport and Ports
Technical Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Marino Brčićdipl.ing.
Sustainable Materials in 3D Printing: Experimental and Numerical Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Recycled Polymers
Technical Sciences
Assoc. Prof.Damir Klepacdipl. ing.
Synthesis of smart polymer nanoparticles for targeted induction of tumor cell apoptosis
Natural Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Željko Jovanovićdr. med., univ. spec. oec.
The Association Between Alterations in the Gut and Intestinal Permeability With Symptoms of Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
PhDAsmir Gračaninassociate professor
The Dimensions of Warmth and Competence, Social Ranking, and Mental Health
Social Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Dubravka Božić Bogović
The family in the Croatian Littoral and in Gorski Kotar in the 18th and 19th centuries
Humanities
prof.dr.sc.Siniša Volarevićdr.med.
The impact of a heterozygous mutation in the gene for ribosomal protein L24 on protein synthesis
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof.dr.sc.Sunčana Simonić-Kocijandr.dent.med.spec.stom.prot
The impact of prosthetic therapy on masticatory efficiency and cognitive abilities of partially edentulous individuals
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Maja Lenartićdipl.ing.
The impact of temperature on the functionality of natural killer cells
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Sanja Klobučardr. med.
The impact of therapeutic intervention on the composition of exosomes in type 2 diabetes
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
izv. prof. dr. sc.Vilko Petrić
The influence of different models of kinesiological interventions on the motor development of children in the educational process
Social Sciences
Izv. prof. dr. sc.Ksenija Baždarićdipl. psih.-prof.
The outcomes of patient recovery after primary hip and knee arthroplasty in relation to psychosocial factors
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Danijela Marot Kiš
The Poetics and Politics of Climate Fiction
Humanities
Assoc. Prof.Lovorka Bilajacdipl.sanit.ing.
The role of health literacy in reducing the risk of cardio-reno-metabolic syndrome in women 50+
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Doc. dr. sc. / Assistant ProfessorMarina Babić Čačdipl.ing.biol
The role of NKG2D in regulating immune response in the context of inflammatory bowel disease
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Daniela Gračanredovita profesorica u trajnom zvanju
Three Dimensions of Tourism Sustainability
Social Sciences
Doc. dr. sc.Ivana Poljančić Beljanprof. mat. i fiz.
Time-domain variability and transients in astrophysics
Natural Sciences
Dr. Ljerka Ostojić
Tracking movement trajectories as an implicit measure of Theory of Mind
Social Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Edvard Tijan
Transformation of Maritime Transport: Digital Technologies and Alternative Fuels
Technical Sciences
Full ProfessorSabina Hodžić
TRENDS AND CHALLENGES OF E-GOVERNMENT TOWARDS FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND GREEN TRANSITION
Social Sciences
dr. sc.Jelena DorčićAssistant Professor
Trust in artificial intelligence in digital tourism: User perception, authenticity and decision-making
Social Sciences
Izv.prof.dr.sc.Tamara Turk Wensveendr.med, endokrinolog i dijabetolog
Uncovering immunogenomic predisposition to anti-diabetic therapy resistance.
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
PhDSanja Smojver-AžićFull professor
Understanding the world in a digital environment: developmental and cognitive aspects of psychological well-being
Social Sciences
prof.Josip ŠpanjolMD PhD
Utilization of 'In Silico' AI Models for Predicting Treatment Outcomes in Prostate Cancer Patients
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Assoc. Prof. Goran PoropatM.D., Ph.D.
Validation of a panel of biomarkers for the noninvasive diagnosis of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
prof. dr. sc.Mihaela Matešić
Varieties of the Croatian Standard Language and the Principle of Neutrality
Humanities
prof.Kristijan Lenacdipl. ing.
Verifiable Distributed Secure Cloud Biometrics
Technical Sciences
Prof. dr. sc.Jasna Prpić Oršićdipl. ing brodogradnje
Vessel Eco-friendly Dynamic Route Optimisation with Ship Dynamics Awareness
Technical Sciences
full professorBarbara Karleušadipl. ing. građ.
Water Resources Management & Climate Change Resilience
Technical Sciences
Christian Andrew Reynolds
β-oxidation and mitophagy regulate phospholipid structural diversity
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
UNIRI PROJECTS BY YOUNG RESEARCHERS AND RESEARCHERS RETURNEES
doc. dr. sc.Sara Grbčić ErdeljAssistant Professor
Experimental and Numerical Analysis of Micropolar Theory in the Nonlinear Regime
Technical Sciences
Assoc. prof. Angela Bašić-ŠiškoPhD
3D model of micropolar fluid flow
Natural Sciences
D. SC.Vedran JurdanaMscEE
3D Scene Reconstruction and Visualization Using Compressive Sensing and Deep Learning
Technical Sciences
doc.dr.scAlenka Višnićdr.med
A new diagnostic approach in the pathogenesis of ovarian disease: mitochondrial DNA
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
dr.sc.Kristina Lekić Barunčić
Affective Deliberation: How Political Emotions Shape Democratic Processes?
Humanities
Ph.D.Pegi Pavletić
Analysis of the influence of EGFR PROTAC linker structure on drug cell permeability and bioavailability.
Natural Sciences
PhDAdrijana Agatić
Application of digital technologies in the improvement of micromobility
Technical Sciences
dr.sc.Maja Vlatković
Calibration method of reconfigurable measuring system for complex surface product
Technical Sciences
Daniel HawtinPhD
Codes, group actions, representations and geometry
Natural Sciences
Doc. dr. sc. Iva Parenta
Combating Corruption and Organized Crime: Legislative Framework and Institutional Challenges
Social Sciences
doc. dr. sc.Ksenija Tijanić Štrokmag.ing.aedif.
Computer models as support for construction project management
Technical Sciences
Ema Petaković Ikicadr.sc.
Continuous improvement as a driver for innovation and business performance in the hospitality industry
Social Sciences
PhDLaura Grbacuniv. mag. ing. aedif.
Determination of Micropolar Parameters and Analysis of the Torsional Behavior of Metamaterials
Technical Sciences
Doc. dr. sc.Fran Torbarinamag. ing. mech.
Development of advanced methods for waste heat utilization on passenger ships
Technical Sciences
dr. sc.Davor Šakanmag. ing.
Enhancing path and route planning methodology in passage planning
Technical Sciences
doc. dr. sc.Sandra Arbula
Evaluating our actions in social contexts: cognitive, neurophysiological and trait determinants
Social Sciences
Assoc. Prof. D. Sc.Jelena Srnec Novakmag. ing. mech
Experimental characterization and numerical modeling of hyperelastic materials for soft robotics applications
Technical Sciences
Assist. Prof.Janja TarčukovićMD, PhD, DESAIC
Extracellular Peroxiredoxins in Patients with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury: Early Antioxidant Response Quantification
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
dr. sc.Zoran Šverkomag. ing. el.
From Static to Dynamic: Advanced Analysis of Brain Functional Connectivity Using EEG Signals
Technical Sciences
PhDGordan Đurović
GenAI in Teaching, Learning, and Assessment for Enhancing Students' Digital Competencies in STEMI Education
Social Sciences
dr.sc.Inga Kavazovićmag. pharm. inv.
Immunophenotypic Characterization of Head and Neck Tumors: Identification of Immunological Biomarkers
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Assistant ProfessorAnja Harej HrkaćPhd. Asst. Prof.
Innovative Strategies in Glioblastoma Treatment: Modulation of Glutamate Regulation and Fatty Acid Metabolism to Overcome Tumor Resistance
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
PhD. Vedran Zubović
Integration of Virtual Reality as an Integral Part of Next-Generation Accommodation – Perceived Value and Willingness to Pay
Social Sciences
dr. sc.Ivana Lučin
Investigation on potential joint usage of offshore wind turbines and solar panels in Croatia
Technical Sciences
dr. sc.Fran Krstanović
Latent CMV in the Brain: A Hidden Threat or Adaptation?
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Doc. dr. sc.Armando Demark
Liability for damage caused by the infringement of the right to the protection of personal data
Social Sciences
PhDIvana Licul
Managerial approach to the international market positioning of the SME sector with the tools of commercial diplomacy
Social Sciences
dr.sc.Ana Bura
Mass Spectrometry-based Quantification of Phosphoinositides in Platelets: Exploring PI4P and PI(4,5)P2 Regulation
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
dr. sc.Gabrijela Begićmag. med. lab. diag.
Microbiome Modulation as a Novel Approach for Dental Biofilm Control: Synbiotic-Based Strategy
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
dr.Matia TorbarinaMPsych
Music induced nostalgia in advertising
Social Sciences
PhDDamjan Banićmag.ing.mech.
Numerical model for stability analysis of laminate frame structures
Technical Sciences
dr. sc.Mladen Jardas
Optimization of Urban Delivery Models through Simulation Analysis
Technical Sciences
Assist. Prof.Nenad Kraljmag. phys.
Quantum optomechanical platform for an optical quantum memory
Natural Sciences
Doc.dr.sc. Antonija PetrlićPhD
Resilience, decision-making and business performance: The role of entrepreneurial skills
Social Sciences
Mario PintarićPhD
Sculptor Pietro Stefanutti (1819-1858) Between Rijeka, Trieste, and Venice
Humanities
Doc. D. Sc.Nikola LopacMscEE
Sea State Estimation from Wave-Induced Ship Response Using Advanced Deep Learning Methods
Technical Sciences
doc.dr.sc.Valentina Martanmag.logoped
Self-Regulated Learning in Students with Dyslexia: The Role of Reading Motivation, Reading Achievement, Causal Attributions, and Perceived Support in the Educational Environment
Social Sciences
Dr.sc.Natali Brmalj
Shaping Habits and Insights in Financial Thinking: Behavioral Approach
Social Sciences
Postdoc.Alen Jakoplićdr. sc.
Short-Term Forecasting of Photovoltaic Power Generation Using Computer Vision
Technical Sciences
dr. sc.Luka BatistićPhD
Streamlining BCI: Transfer Learning, Channel Evaluation, and In-Ear EEG
Technical Sciences
Doc. dr.sc.Petra Adelajda ZaninovićPhD
Supply chain transparency and resilience – the perspective of small and medium-sized enterprises
Social Sciences
dr.sc.Nikolina Vidović
Synthesis and conformational analysis of small cyclopeptides
Natural Sciences
Associate professorMatej Fonovićuniv. mag. ing. mech.
Synthesis, characterization and properties of advanced ZnO/ZnS materials and their polytypes
Technical Sciences
Dr.Tena PrelecLLM, MSc, MA
Technomanagers: The Pre-Capitalism Capitalists – Yugoslav Elites at the Edge of Worlds
Social Sciences
PhDMarko ŠustićMD
The effects of inflammation on cardiovascular system.
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Dr. Sc.Franko Hržićmag. ing. comp.
The influence of hyperparameters and properties of CT scans on machine learning models in the segmentation task.
Technical Sciences
dr.sc.Božidar VujičićMD, PhD
The relationship between uremic toxins levels and cognitive function in patients with chronic kidney disease
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
doc.dr.sc.Andrea Markovinović
The role of PTPIP51 protein in regulating STING signalling in neurodegeneration
Biomedicine and Health Sciences
Dr.sc.Ivan MarkovinovićMEng
Variable rooftop wind turbine
Technical Sciences
D. Sc. Petar Gljušćićmag. ing. mech.
Waste-heat powered system for pollinator monitoring
Technical Sciences
Asst. Prof.Josip Dešić
ZK Chain: From the Conclusion of the Contract on the Transfer of Property Rights to Registration in the Land Registry Using Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence
Social Sciences