Research field and areas: Dr Pantelić's research interests lie in the field of Plant Biotechnology. He focuses on studying the underlying molecular mechanisms of tuberization in potato plants, with the goal of identifying key genes that regulate this process. Additionally, Dr Pantelić is interested in the characterization and application of stress-related proteins as potential markers for selecting potato genotypes that are tolerant to abiotic stress. By researching these areas, Dr Pantelić hopes to find new ways to enhance potato farming and ensure food security in changing climates.
University education: 2019: Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, University of Belgrade – Faculty of Biology, Serbia; 2011: Diploma in Biology (equivalent to the Master of Science Degree), Faculty of Biology, Serbia.
Specializations and Trainings: 2019: “Seminar and workshop – 3rd generation PCR” (PCR, qPCR, ddPCR), Belgrade, Serbia. 2015: “School of Proteomics - Practical Basis“, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Chemistry, Serbia.
Projects: 2024-present: Team member, Science Fund of the Republic of Serbia, Project 7589: “Employing modern aeroponic technology and stress-protective nanoparticles for improved seed potato production under elevated temperature”. 2022-present: Principal investigator, research assignment within the Institutional funding framework of IBISS. 2020-2021/2022: Team member, Serbian-Slovenian bilateral project 337-00-18/2022-01/1: ”Screening of potato breeding clones suitable for cultivation in Slovenia and Serbia for resistance to pathogens, drought and heat stress”. 2011-2019: Team member, Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia, Project TR31049: “Development and application of protein markers for heat tolerance screening in potato”. 2012: Team member, Swiss National Science Foundation, SCOPES project IZ73Z0 128031 / 1: “Priming of the heat and drought tolerance in potato”.
Member of the Serbian Biological Society, the Serbian Society for Plant Physiology and the Federation of European Societies of Plant Biology.
Biotechnology is defined as the use of biological processes and systems (living organisms or their parts) to develop or modify different processes or products useful to humans and includes analysis of risks of its implementation (biosafety).
Physiology and molecular biology of plants studies the mechanisms underlying plant growth and development, plant morphogenesis in vitro (organogenesis, somatic embryogenesis, androgenesis), synthesis and accumulation of specialised metabolites, plant responses to different types of stressors, as well as allelopathic relationships between plants.
Education levels:
• PhD in Experimental and Applied Botany, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade, 2012
• BSc in Molecular Biology and Physiology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade, 2002
Academic career:
• Research Trainee, 2003
• Research Assistant, 2008
• Research Associate, 2013
• Senior Research Associate, 2020
Research area:
• Physiology, molecular biology and plant biotechnology
• Regeneration of endemic, medicinal and aromatic plant species – morpho-anatomical, histological and cytological aspects of morphogenesis in vitro
• Biology of plant secretion – survey of the different types of secretory structures of medicinal and aromatic plants (morpho-anatomical, ultrastructural and histochemical characterization)
• Evaluation of phytoremediation potential of different plant systems
Projects:
• 2003-2019 three national basic research projects, funded by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia
• 2006-2007 bilateral scientific research project realized between the Republic of Serbia and the Republic of Slovenia
• 2011- management of project tasks within the framework of the IBISS Agreement with the Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation of the Republic of Serbia
Memberships in scientific societies:
• Serbian Plant Physiology Society
• Serbian Microscopy Society
• Federation of European Societies of Plant Biology (FESPB)
• International Association for Plant Biotechnology (IAPB)
Biotechnology is defined as the use of biological processes and systems (living organisms or their parts) to develop or modify different processes or products useful to humans and includes analysis of risks of its implementation (biosafety).
Physiology and molecular biology of plants studies the mechanisms underlying plant growth and development, plant morphogenesis in vitro (organogenesis, somatic embryogenesis, androgenesis), synthesis and accumulation of specialised metabolites, plant responses to different types of stressors, as well as allelopathic relationships between plants.
After completing bachelor studies at the Faculty of Biology of the University of Belgrade in 2002, ten years later he completed his doctoral academic studies at the same faculty. At the Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković", the research interest is focused on studying genetic and chemical variations of plant populations with a special focus on gene flow, introgression, interspecific hybridization, as well as on the elucidation of evolutionary mechanisms that lead to the differential accumulation of specialized metabolites in different genotypes. He was engaged in seven national and seven international projects and participated in the organization of several national and international scientific conferences. He supervised the preparation of two doctoral theses. For more than ten years, he has been dedicated to the popularization of science through the projects of European Researchers' Night. Since 2017, he is a member of the Scientific Council of IBISS. As of 2019, he is a member of the editorial board of the journal PLOS ONE and is an active reviewer in about 40 scientific journals from the SCI list. He is a member of the scientific committee of the Serbian Biological Society and a regular member of the Serbian Genetic Society, the Serbian Plant Physiology Society, and the Federation of European Societies of Plant Biology (FESPB).
Biodiversity is the variety and variability of life on Earth. It encompasses diversity at the genetic, taxonomic and ecosystem levels. Biodiversity is important in both natural and artificial ecosystems. Today, biodiversity is threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation, unsustainable resource use, invasive species, pollution and global climate change.
Biomonitoring is the process of systematically observing, measuring, and analysing the physiological, biochemical, molecular, and genetic responses of living organisms to environmental changes, thus providing qualitative or quantitative information on the state of the environment. It includes the use of various bioindicators, biomonitors, bioaccumulators, and biomarkers.
Ethnobotany deals with research into specific aspects of the cultural and biological heritage of a particular region and includes research into the ways in which native plants are used in traditional and veterinary medicine, nutrition, and the production of various local products. This research contributes to the protection of biodiversity, sustainable development, and the efficient management of resources.
The evolution of life history traits explains how evolutionary mechanisms (primarily natural selection) optimize the survival and reproduction of organisms under specific environmental conditions. Life history traits form the basis of an organism's adaptive value and include: developmental time, size, number, size and sex of offspring, survival rate at different life stages, longevity; etc. At the Institute, the evolution of life histories is studied in natural and laboratory populations.
Physiology and molecular biology of plants studies the mechanisms underlying plant growth and development, plant morphogenesis in vitro (organogenesis, somatic embryogenesis, androgenesis), synthesis and accumulation of specialised metabolites, plant responses to different types of stressors, as well as allelopathic relationships between plants.
Functional ecology focuses on the understanding of various biological phenomena (functions) at different levels of organization from organisms to ecosystems, thus enabling the understanding of the existence of certain patterns in nature. It identifies and studies the processes and/or activities that keep an organism or entire ecosystem functioning.
Conservation biology aims to conserve biodiversity on Earth and is concerned with the long-term sustainability of ecosystems. With an interdisciplinary approach, conservation biology addresses conservation problems at the level of species, communities, and ecosystems that are directly or indirectly disturbed by human activities or other impacts.
Population genetics studies genetic composition - distribution and change in frequency of alleles over time, within and between populations. It uses mathematical models of allele frequency dynamics, makes predictions about the likely patterns of genetic variation in actual populations, and tests the predictions against empirical data.
Natural products are complex chemical compounds synthesised by living organisms through biochemical processes, with a specific physiological or ecological function. Researchers at the Institute study the chemical characterization and isolation of natural products, metabolic engineering, as well as the assessment of the possibility of their application in industry (as medicaments, dietary supplements and functional food, biopesticides).
Biodiversity is the variety and variability of life on Earth. It encompasses diversity at the genetic, taxonomic and ecosystem levels. Biodiversity is important in both natural and artificial ecosystems. Today, biodiversity is threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation, unsustainable resource use, invasive species, pollution and global climate change.
Biotechnology is defined as the use of biological processes and systems (living organisms or their parts) to develop or modify different processes or products useful to humans and includes analysis of risks of its implementation (biosafety).
Ecophysiology studies the physiological processes in living beings that are a response to changes in the external environment and that are fundamental to understanding the mechanisms and interactions that underlie the adaptive strategies of organisms. The effect of climate change, the presence of various pollutants, the availability of nutrients, and habitat degradation are some of those influences that are studied.
Physiology and molecular biology of plants studies the mechanisms underlying plant growth and development, plant morphogenesis in vitro (organogenesis, somatic embryogenesis, androgenesis), synthesis and accumulation of specialised metabolites, plant responses to different types of stressors, as well as allelopathic relationships between plants.
Education:
2004 Ph.D. Plant Physiology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade
1993 M.Sci. Plant Physiology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade
1989 B.Sci. Plant Physiology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade, 1989
Academic carrier:
2014 - Full Research Professor, plant biotechnology,IBISS
2010-2014 Senior Research Associate, IBISS
2005-2010 Research Associate, IBISS
1994-2005 Research Assistant, IBISS
1992-1994 Junior assistant, IBISS
Research areas:
Plant biology, plant physiology, regeneration in vitro (micropropagation, somatic embryogenesis) of ornamental and medicinal plants, abiotic and biotic stress, virus free plants, genetic transformation
Projects:
2020- Manages project tasks within the framework of the IBISS Agreement with the Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation of the Republic of Serbia.
1992-2019 Participate in nine projects in area of fundamental and technological research, funded by relevant Ministry of Education and Science, two international project, one project funded by Belgrade City Council, one funded by “Zepter International company” and three projects funded by Joint Stock Company “Elektroprivreda Srbije”.
Memberships:
The Serbian Society of Plant Physiology (DFBS)
The Serbian Biological Society (SBD)
The International Association for Plant Biotechnology (IAPB)
The Federation of Europian Societes of Plant Physiology (FESSP)
International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS)
European Plant Science Organization (EPSO)
Biodiversity is the variety and variability of life on Earth. It encompasses diversity at the genetic, taxonomic and ecosystem levels. Biodiversity is important in both natural and artificial ecosystems. Today, biodiversity is threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation, unsustainable resource use, invasive species, pollution and global climate change.
Biotechnology is defined as the use of biological processes and systems (living organisms or their parts) to develop or modify different processes or products useful to humans and includes analysis of risks of its implementation (biosafety).
Ecophysiology studies the physiological processes in living beings that are a response to changes in the external environment and that are fundamental to understanding the mechanisms and interactions that underlie the adaptive strategies of organisms. The effect of climate change, the presence of various pollutants, the availability of nutrients, and habitat degradation are some of those influences that are studied.
Physiology and molecular biology of plants studies the mechanisms underlying plant growth and development, plant morphogenesis in vitro (organogenesis, somatic embryogenesis, androgenesis), synthesis and accumulation of specialised metabolites, plant responses to different types of stressors, as well as allelopathic relationships between plants.
Dr. Ana Ćirić is a Principal Research Fellow at the Department of Plant Physiology (Mycology laboratory) of the Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković" - National Institute of Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade. During her academic career, Dr Ćirić focused on researching the chemistry and bioactivity of natural products, especially fungi, plants, spongy and insects, in order to discover new therapeutic agents. She mastered the methods of extraction and isolation of secondary metabolites from micromycetes and plants during her studies at the University of Athens, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacognosy (2002, 2003 and 2005). Dr Ana Ćirić has been involved in 16 projects, including Horizon-CHIC (as a participant), and she was the project manager of two projects. She is the author and co-author of 204 scientific articles in international journals and has participated in over 80 foreign and national congresses. The papers have been cited over 4,500 times and the h-index is 41. According to Stanford University and based on data from the Scopus database, Dr Ćirić is currently on Stanford's most-cited authors list from 2020-2022. She reviewed more than 30 scientific papers, one foreign project and was a guest editor in 3 scientific journals. As a mentor or committee member, she was involved in the defense of 6 doctoral theses, 7 master's theses and 2 graduate theses. Dr Ćirić is the president of the board of the Gašić Dr. Živan Foundation of the University of Belgrade, since 2021. She is involved in several organizational and scientific committees of national and international congresses. He is a member of the Research Centre of Excellence for Interdisciplinary Research in Biology at IBISS.
Nutrition is the process by which the body uses food to produce energy and sustain life. The science of nutrition studies the role of nutrients and other food components in the growth, reproduction, health and disease of the organism. Food ingredients with medicinal properties are called nutriceuticals and can be used to treat or prevent disease. There are more and more alternative sources of food, such as edible insects, which should limit the negative impact of food production on the environment.
Mycology is the study of fungi that investigate their genetics, growth, structure, and interactions with other organisms in an ecosystem. The areas of mycological research at the Institute include medicinal mycology, phytopathology, description of new species and their potential application in biotechnology and industry.
Microbiology studies the structure, function, genetics, and ecology of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. Within the Institute, important areas of microbiological research include medical microbiology, environmental microbiology and industrial microbiology.
Natural products are complex chemical compounds synthesised by living organisms through biochemical processes, with a specific physiological or ecological function. Researchers at the Institute study the chemical characterization and isolation of natural products, metabolic engineering, as well as the assessment of the possibility of their application in industry (as medicaments, dietary supplements and functional food, biopesticides).
Dr. Aleksandar Cingel (September 24th, 1969, Sremska Mitrovica, Republic of Serbia) is a Principal research fellow at the Department of Plant Physiology of the Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković". He received a PhD degree in plant physiology and molecular biology from the Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade in 2012.
His research belongs to the field of plant biotechnology and, above all, includes the study of the mechanisms that underlie the defensive responses of plants to various biotic and abiotic factors to improve the properties of cultivated plant species for sustainable agriculture.
He has been awarded the 2012 by "Goran Ljubijankić" Foundation for the best doctoral dissertations in molecular biology. He is a member of the Serbian Plant Physiology Society (SPPS) and The Federation of European Societies of Plant Biology (FESPB).
Nutrition is the process by which the body uses food to produce energy and sustain life. The science of nutrition studies the role of nutrients and other food components in the growth, reproduction, health and disease of the organism. Food ingredients with medicinal properties are called nutriceuticals and can be used to treat or prevent disease. There are more and more alternative sources of food, such as edible insects, which should limit the negative impact of food production on the environment.
Mycology is the study of fungi that investigate their genetics, growth, structure, and interactions with other organisms in an ecosystem. The areas of mycological research at the Institute include medicinal mycology, phytopathology, description of new species and their potential application in biotechnology and industry.
Microbiology studies the structure, function, genetics, and ecology of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. Within the Institute, important areas of microbiological research include medical microbiology, environmental microbiology and industrial microbiology.
Natural products are complex chemical compounds synthesised by living organisms through biochemical processes, with a specific physiological or ecological function. Researchers at the Institute study the chemical characterization and isolation of natural products, metabolic engineering, as well as the assessment of the possibility of their application in industry (as medicaments, dietary supplements and functional food, biopesticides).
I am a person who likes to explore, optimistic and very creative. Since childhood I have been interested in biology, in elementary school I participated in competitions, I liked walking in nature and study the living world in it. Since I was born in the centre of Belgrade, I always wanted to get closer to nature, especially to animals and plants. I currently have three cats. I studied at the Faculty of Agriculture in Belgrade, Department of Fruit and Wine Growing, and then completed a Master's degree in Biology at the Faculty of Sciences in Novi Sad. Now I am in the last year of my PhD studies at the Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade, working in the Department of Plant Physiology at the Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković", an institute of national importance for the Republic of Serbia.
My research focuses on plant interactions, allelopathy and bioherbicides. I am currently working on my PhD thesis on phloretin, a phenolic compound from apples with allelopathic activity, and pioneering the elucidation of the basic mechanisms of its phytotoxic effect. I frequently attend conferences and courses abroad, such as the course "Plant communication and trophic interactions: from plant behavior to sustainable cropping" organized by "The Research Schools Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences" in Sweden (2023). I work in a very good team that is open to educating students and introducing them to the world of science.
I have expertise in plant tissue culture and laboratory work as well as excellent computer and technical skills.
At the "4th International Conference on Plant Biology" held in Belgrade on 06-08 October 2022, organized by the Serbian Plant Physiology Society, I received the third prize for the best poster presentation by young participants.
In my spare time, I enjoy art and learning foreign languages.
Physiology and molecular biology of plants studies the mechanisms underlying plant growth and development, plant morphogenesis in vitro (organogenesis, somatic embryogenesis, androgenesis), synthesis and accumulation of specialised metabolites, plant responses to different types of stressors, as well as allelopathic relationships between plants.
2021 - today Doctoral academic studies, study program: Molecular biology, module: Physiology, submodule: Animal and human physiology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade
2020 - 2021. Master biologist (study program: Molecular biology, module Experimental biomedicine, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade), master thesis: "The effect of glutathione reductase inhibition on contractile activity of male rat isolated ileum"
2016 - 2020. Graduated biologist (study program: Biology, module: Molecular biology and physiology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade)
Investigation of changes in redox homeostasis in ex vivo model systems.
Participant at international congresses:
2022. - The biochemistry global summit, Lisbon, Portugal
2022. - Third Congress of Biologists of Serbia, Zlatibor, Serbia
2023. - Inernational Conference of Biochemists and Molecular Biologists in Bosnia and Herzegovina-ABMBBIH, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Animal physiology studies how biological processes work, how they operate under different environmental conditions, and how these processes are regulated and integrated. They can be studied at different levels of organisation, from organelles and cell membranes to cells, tissues, organ systems, and the whole animal, both during development and in adulthood.
Redox biology is the study of all aspects of biology mediated or influenced by biochemical processes involving reduction (gain of electrons) and oxidation (loss of electrons). Redox homeostasis is central to the basic functions of life, including metabolism and respiration, and when altered it can promote the progression of disease and ageing.
Education:
2020 –
PhD in Cellular and Molecular Oncology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade
2019 – 2020
Master of Science in Cell and Tissue Biology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade
2015 – 2019
Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology and Physiology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade
Employment:
2022 –
Research Assistant, Department of Physiology, IBISS, University of Belgrade
2020 – 2022
Junior Research Assistant, Department of Physiology, IBISS, University of Belgrade
Interests: Molecular mechanisms of redox regulation of vital cell processes in adipose tissue in physiological and pathophysiological conditions (obesity, diabetes, and cancer) and during adaptation to specific environmental conditions.
Ongoing projects:
2022 – 2025
Project #7750238: "Exploring New Avenues in Breast Cancer Research: Redox and Metabolic Reprogramming of Cancer and Associated adipose tissue", REFRAME, program IDEAS of the Science Fund
Memberships in scientific societies:
- Serbian Society for Mitochondrial and Free Radical Physiology
- Society for Free Radical Research – Europe (SFRR-E)
- European Society for Mitochondrial Research and Medicine (E-mit)
Animal physiology studies how biological processes work, how they operate under different environmental conditions, and how these processes are regulated and integrated. They can be studied at different levels of organisation, from organelles and cell membranes to cells, tissues, organ systems, and the whole animal, both during development and in adulthood.
Redox biology is the study of all aspects of biology mediated or influenced by biochemical processes involving reduction (gain of electrons) and oxidation (loss of electrons). Redox homeostasis is central to the basic functions of life, including metabolism and respiration, and when altered it can promote the progression of disease and ageing.
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