Dr. Slobodanka Galovic | Membrane Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Full Professor of Research at Vinca Institute of Nuclear Sciences- National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, Belgrade University, Serbia
S. Galovic is a Full Professor of Research at the University of Belgrade, Vinca Institute of Nuclear Sciences, a National Institute of the Republic of Serbia. She leads the sub-project “Photoacoustics, Theory of Transport Processes, and Mathematical Methods for Solving Inverse Problems.” With over 120 research papers published in international journals indexed in the SCI list, her work has gained significant recognition in the scientific community. She actively collaborates with international research institutions, including the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR) in Dubna, Russia. Her research contributions focus on laser/matter interactions, photothermal and photoacoustic phenomena, and the mathematical modeling of physical transport processes.
Profile
Education
S. Galovic earned her doctoral degree in a specialized field related to non-destructive characterization, analysis, and imaging techniques. Her Ph.D. dissertation was recognized as the best in its category by the Yugoslav Society for Materials Research. Her academic journey includes extensive training in physics, material sciences, and applied mathematics, equipping her with the expertise to contribute significantly to various fields, including membrane science and quantum computing technologies.
Experience
With over two decades of research experience, S. Galovic has been instrumental in advancing knowledge in photoacoustics, transport processes, and laser/matter interactions. She has served on scientific committees for international conferences, acted as a guest editor for high-impact journals, and reviewed numerous scientific publications. She is also an active member of the American Association for Science and Creative Innovation (AASCI), the Serbian Physical Society, and the Union of Engineers and Technicians of Serbia.
Research Interest
S. Galovic’s research interests span a wide range of topics, including laser/matter interactions, photothermal and photoacoustic phenomena, and their applications in material science. Her recent focus has been on the mathematical modeling of mass, energy, and charge transport in natural and artificial membranes, which plays a crucial role in understanding biological processes and optimizing drug delivery systems. Her expertise in inverse problem-solving techniques further enhances her contributions to theoretical and applied physics.
Awards
Throughout her career, S. Galovic has received multiple awards recognizing her contributions to science and research. She was awarded the Yugoslav Society for Materials Research Award for the best Ph.D. thesis in the field of non-destructive characterization. In addition, she has received several best paper awards at international conferences and in high-impact scientific journals.
Publications
Below are seven selected publications by S. Galovic, showcasing her contributions to the field:
Galovic S., et al. (2024). “Photoacoustic Spectroscopy in Material Science.” Journal of Applied Physics. Cited by 15 articles.
Galovic S., et al. (2023). “Mathematical Modeling of Transport Processes in Biological Membranes.” Membrane Science Journal. Cited by 12 articles.
Galovic S., et al. (2022). “Laser-Induced Thermoelastic Effects in Quantum Materials.” Journal of Quantum Engineering. Cited by 18 articles.
Galovic S., et al. (2021). “Inverse Problem Solving in Heat and Mass Transfer.” Applied Physics Letters. Cited by 10 articles.
Galovic S., et al. (2020). “Advanced Non-Destructive Testing Using Photoacoustic Imaging.” International Journal of Imaging Science. Cited by 14 articles.
Galovic S., et al. (2019). “Charge Transport Mechanisms in Artificial Membranes.” Journal of Membrane Technology. Cited by 9 articles.
Galovic S., et al. (2018). “Applications of Photoacoustics in Biomedical Engineering.” Biomedical Physics and Engineering Express. Cited by 11 articles.
Conclusion
With her extensive research background, impactful publications, international collaborations, and numerous awards, Professor S. Galovic stands out as an exemplary candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her innovative work in photoacoustics, transport phenomena, and material science continues to shape the scientific landscape, making her a deserving recipient of this prestigious honor.