Experimental Physics Division - Members

Obrisani Korisnik — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:36:07 GMT

FULL PROFESSORS

	prof. dr. sc. Ana Akrap Topological materials - optical spectroscopy	IR SPLF SPU
	prof. dr. sc. Neven Žitomir Barišić The primary focus of my scientific work has been the discovery and investigation of novel electronic materials, which are of both fundamental scientific interest and potential technological value. My research has consistently emphasized the preparation of materials, particularly in single crystalline form, alongside the development and application of advanced experimental techniques. I am primarily interested in systems characterized by strongly correlated electrons. I have been particularly drawn to materials that exhibit unusual phases and phase transitions under various conditions, such as applied or chemical pressure, doping, magnetic fields, and temperature. Consistent with my past work, my research has spanned the entire scientific process—from the synthesis and meticulous characterization of materials to in-depth studies of their physical properties. These investigations have utilized transport measurements, as well as advanced spectroscopic techniques, including optical conductivity, neutron scattering, and synchrotron-based X-ray methods. This integrated approach has enabled me to establish and maintain a broad international network of collaborators, facilitating access to cutting-edge methodologies and diverse scientific perspectives.	IR SPLF SPU
	prof. dr. sc. Mario Basletić Magnetotransport properties of low-dimensional conductors; Thin films	NT
	prof. dr. sc. Damir Bosnar Experimental nuclear physics: electron scattering on nuclei and nucleons, egzotic atoms, neutron captures on nuclei. The application of nuclear methods: materials, medicine and the environment.	NF
	prof. dr. sc. Ivan Kokanović Professional work: Experimental physicist with a wide range of scientific and technical competence and skill, Experimental low temperature physics, transport, thermoelectric, thermodynamic and magnetic properties of materials, applied Chemistry. Competencies/Experience (1)- Synthesis of Topological insulator, Dirac and Weyl semimetal crystals, metallic glasses, nanocrystalline samples, Yba2Cu3O6+x crystals, conducting polymer polyaniline, (2) Using different chemistry lab equipment and techniques, (3) Different material properties and applications, (4) Data acquisition and analysis, (5) GPIB-interface, RS-232 interface, etc., (6) Mechanical and electronics engineering (7) MS Windows, MS Office, Linux, UNIX, OriginPro, KaleidaGraph, Latex, WR Mathemetica, LabView, HTML, C++, QBasic, etc. Research Interests (present & past) Quantum Matter, Fundamental Condensed Matter Physics: Strongly Correlated Electrons, Topological Phases of Quantum Matter, Emergent phenomena, Superconductivity, Kondo physics, ARPES, Resonant & Inelastic X-ray Scattering, Novel Spectroscopic Methods, Crystal Growth.	MTTS
	prof. dr. sc. Mihael Makek Investigation of quark-gluon plasma properties on relativistic colliders Investigations of nuclei and nucleons using electron scattering Development of detectors and algorithms for experiments in nuclear and particle physics	NF
	prof. dr. sc. Matko Milin Experimental nuclear physics: light atomic nuclei structure and reactions Experimental nuclear astrophysics
	prof. dr. sc. Damir Pajić Magnetism in condensed matter, magnetic order, magnetism in reduced dimensions, nanomagnetism, magnetoelectric multiferroics, metal-organic hybrid magnets, molecular magnetism, single-molecule magnets, metallic glasses, high entropy alloys, measurement of magnetization under different/extreme conditions.	MAG
	prof. dr. sc. Mirko Planinić The investigation of hadron systems using relativistic projectiles	SVE
	prof. dr. sc. Miroslav Požek Strongly correlated electronic systems Condensed matter investigation by nuclear magnetic resonance methods High-temperature superconductor investigation by microwave response	NMR
	prof. dr. sc. Vernesa Smolčić Observarional astrophysics, galaxy evolution	ZGAL

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS

	izv. prof. dr. sc. Darko Androić Spectroscopy of hipernuclei formed by the electroproduction of strangeness Electroweak interaction and precise measurements of nucleon structure using beams of polarized electrons	SVE
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Vedran Đerek Scientific Interests Bioelectronics and Bioelectronic Interfaces Development of devices that interface with biological systems, including sensors and actuators for biomedical applications. Optoelectronic Control of Cells Utilization of light to modulate the electrophysiological properties of cells, enabling precise control in biomedical research. Nanostructured and Hybrid Materials Design and characterization of materials at the nanoscale for use in photodetectors and other optoelectronic devices. Spectroscopy and Optical Characterization Application of high-resolution optical spectroscopy techniques to study material properties and interactions. Numerical Modeling and Simulation Use of computational tools like COMSOL Multiphysics to model and simulate the behavior of complex systems in bioelectronics and materials science.	BIOEL IR OPT SPU
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Mihael Srđan Grbić Quantum magnetism Heavy fermions Cuprate superconductors	NMR
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Mario Novak New materials synthesis and characterization Topological insulators and Dirac systems Conductive polymers Metallic glasses	IR MTTS SPLF SPU
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Dalibor Paar Physical Investigation of Active and Paleoenvironmental Processes in Karst Vadose and Epiphreatic Zone Environmental Physics with Emphasis on Climate and Extreme Conditions in Natural Environment Investigation of materials by methods of nuclear magnetic resonance
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Damjan Pelc Investigation of condensed matter by nuclear magnetic resonance methods	NMR
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Maja Planinić Physics education research Construction and evaluation of educational physics test with the use of Rasch modeling Development of physics curricula and teaching materials	EDU
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Nikola Poljak Development of particle detectors Signatures of the quark-gluon plasma Investigation of nucleon spin structure	SVE
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Željko Skoko Structure analysis - XRD and electronic microscopy Metal oxides, alloys, superconductors, bio-minerals, thermosalient materials.	MS
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Emil Tafra Magnetotransport properties of various materials, especially organic conductors, quasi-2D cuprates, heterostructures on strontium titanate, manganites, complex amorphous alloys, and layered hybrid organic-inorganic halometalates, with a special focus on charge transport and localization mechanisms (Mott, Anderson).	NT
	izv. prof. dr. sc. Petar Žugec Measurement of cross sections of neutron-induced reactions (chiefly neutron capture) Nuclear physics experiment simulations Scintillation threads and silicon photomultipliers	NF

ASSISTANT PROFESSORS

	doc. dr. sc. Tomislav Bokulić Main scientific and professional interests are in the field of medical physics with an emphasis on ionizing radiation dosimetry in radiotherapy (RT), investigation of the properties of various solid-state detectors such as thermoluminescent (TL), optically stimulated luminescent (OSL) and radiophotoluminescent (RPL) detectors, their applications in dosimetry, Monte Carlo simulations in dosimetric problems, quality assurance and dosimetry audits in radiotherapy procedures. Membership: Croatian Medical Physics Association Croatian Society for Radiation Protection
	doc. dr. sc. Ivica Friščić Investigation of atomic nuclei using electronic beams Experimental techniques in nuclear physics, detectors and electronics Applications of nuclear methods	NF
	doc. dr. sc. Katarina Jeličić Educational research in physics Construction and evaluation of conceptual tests in physics and informatics Development of curricula and teaching materials in physics	EDU
	doc. dr. sc. Neven Tomičić My scientific interests include astronomy and astrophysics, specifically the field of interstellar medium and star formation in nearby galaxies. I am a member of the Croatian Astronomical Society (HAD), and a member of the State Committee for the Astronomy Competition for Elementary and Secondary School Students. I collaborate scientifically with a number of international scientific collaborations (primarily GASP, PHANGS, groups at the Arcetri Observatory in Florence, etc.)

SENIOR LECTURERS

Karolina Matejak Cvenić, v. pred.

Educational research in physics
Construction and evaluation of conceptual tests in physics and informatics
Development of curricula and teaching materials in physics
Student national and international competitions in physics (IJSO, EOES)

EDU

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSISTANTS

dr. sc. Ivan Jakovac

I use local probe techniques, such as nuclear magnetic (NMR) and quadrupole (NQR) resonance, to study how the strongly correlated electron systems behave, particularly at low temperatures. The aim is to show how the applied magnetic field, hydrostatic pressure or strain drives quantum phase transitions and use local probes to reveal the microscopic structure of magnetically ordered states. Luckily, there is no shortage of such systems: from heavy fermion systems and cuprates to quantum magnets and spin liquids.

RESEARCH ASSISTANTS

	Jakov Budić, univ. mag. phys.	SPLF
	Om Prakash Dash, mag. phys.	NF
	Karla Filipović, mag. phys.	BIOEL OPT
	Nino Kovačić, mag. phys.	SVE
	Luka Matijević, univ. mag. phys.
	Nikola Miše, mag. phys.	MAG
	Petra Plavšić, mag. educ. phys. et inf.	EDU
	Luka Rogić, mag. phys.
	Marin Spaić, mag. phys.
	Paula Vulić, mag. phys.

EMERITI

	prof. emer. dr. sc. Emil Babić	MAG
	prof. emer. dr. sc. Antonije Dulčić	NMR
	prof. emer. dr. sc. Miroslav Furić	SVE
	prof. emer. dr. sc. Amir Hamzić	NT
	prof. emer. dr. sc. Boran Leontić

RETIRED FACULTY

	izv. prof. dr. sc. Goranka Bilalbegović
	prof. dr. sc. Rudolf Krsnik
	prof. dr. sc. Krešimir Pavlovski
	prof. dr. sc. Antun Rubčić
	doc. dr. sc. Selma Supek
	prof. dr. sc. Anđelka Tonejc	MS
	prof. dr. sc. Antun Tonejc	MS
	prof. dr. sc. Damir Veža
	prof. dr. sc. Krešo Zadro	MAG

PMF - Members of Experimental Physics Division

Experimental Physics Division - Members