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Prof. Dr. Maja Karamannga | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Full Professor at University Of Novi Sad in Serbia.

Dr. Maja Karaman πŸŽ“πŸ”¬ is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Serbia. Born in 1973, she specializes in Mycology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Environmental Sciences. With a Ph.D. in Biology, she has led groundbreaking research on fungi as sources of bioactive compounds πŸ„πŸ’Š. She has authored numerous high-impact publications, with over 900 citations and an h-index of 19. Dr. Karaman has also supervised multiple Ph.D. students and led international collaborations. A passionate educator and researcher, she balances academia with personal interests in piano, painting, and yoga πŸŽΆπŸŽ¨πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ.

 

Professional Profile
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Suitability for the BestΒ  ResearcherΒ  Award πŸ†

Dr. Maja Karaman is a highly accomplished researcher in the fields of Mycology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Environmental Biotechnology πŸ”¬πŸ„. With a Ph.D. in Biology and over 20 years of research experience, she has made remarkable contributions to science. As a Full Professor at the University of Novi Sad, she has led pioneering studies on fungi-derived bioactive compounds, their medicinal properties, and environmental applications πŸŒ±πŸ’Š.

Education πŸŽ“

  • BSc in Biology (1992–1997) – University of Novi Sad 🏫
    • Thesis: Mapping of fungi in the FruΕ‘ka Gora mountain range πŸ„πŸ—ΊοΈ
  • MSc in Biology (1997–2002) – University of Novi Sad πŸ“–
    • Thesis: Analysis of macroelements, heavy metals, and antioxidants in fungi βš—οΈπŸŒ±
  • Ph.D. in Biology (2004–2009) – University of Novi Sad πŸŽ“
    • Thesis: Bioactive compounds in Basidiomycota fungi πŸ’ŠπŸ”¬

Experience πŸ†

  • Full Professor (2020–Present) – Faculty of Sciences, University of Novi Sad πŸ›οΈ
  • Associate Professor (2015–2020) – Faculty of Sciences πŸ‘©β€πŸ«
  • Assistant Professor (2010–2015) – Faculty of Sciences πŸ“š
  • Teaching Assistant (2004–2010) – Microbiology, University of Novi Sad 🧫
  • Research Trainee (1999–2002) – Microbiology, Scholarship by the Ministry of Science πŸ”

Professional Development πŸš€πŸ“–

Dr. Maja Karaman’s professional journey πŸŽ“πŸ”¬ spans over two decades in academia and research. She progressed from a Research Trainee (1999) to Full Professor (2020) at the University of Novi Sad. Her expertise in Mycology, Microbiology, and Biochemistry πŸ„πŸ” has driven numerous pioneering projects on fungal bioactive compounds. As a principal investigator, she has led international collaborations 🌍, supervised Ph.D. students πŸ“š, and published extensively. Recognized for her contributions, she has received prestigious awards πŸ† and actively participates in scientific reviews. Her leadership in biotechnology innovation continues to impact environmental and medical research πŸŒ±πŸ’Š.

 

Research Focus πŸ”πŸ€–

Dr. Maja Karaman’s research focuses on Mycology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Environmental Biotechnology πŸ„πŸ”¬. Her work explores fungi as sources of bioactive compounds with antioxidant, antimicrobial, and medicinal properties πŸ’ŠπŸ¦ . She investigates fungal diversity, their role in ecosystems, and potential applications in sustainable packaging and bioremediation 🌱🌍. Her studies on heavy metals, radionuclides, and fungal metabolites contribute to environmental safety and human health πŸ₯βš—οΈ. Through innovative projects and international collaborations, Dr. Karaman advances biotechnology solutions for industry and medicine, shaping the future of eco-friendly technologies and fungal-based therapeutics πŸ”„πŸ§ͺ.

 

Awards & Honors πŸ†πŸŽ–οΈ
  • πŸ₯‡ 1st Place Award (2007) – Best poster presentation at the 4th International Medicinal Mushroom Conference (IMMC4), Ljubljana, Slovenia πŸ„πŸ”¬
  • πŸ₯‰ 3rd Place Award (2000) – Poster presentation at the 5th International Symposium on Environmental Contamination, Prague, Czech Republic πŸŒβš—οΈ
  • πŸ… University Award (1997) – Recognized by the Council of the University of Novi Sad for outstanding academic achievements πŸ“šπŸŽ“
  • πŸ”¬ Research Recognition – Over 900 citations and an h-index of 19 (Scopus) for significant contributions to Mycology and Microbiology research πŸ“–πŸ”
  • 🌎 International Collaboration Grants – Awarded multiple scholarships for research stays at top institutions in Slovenia, Italy, Poland, and Finland πŸ›οΈβœˆοΈ

 

Publication Top Notes:

πŸ“— Medicinal and edible lignicolous fungi as natural sources of antioxidative and antibacterial agents – M Karaman, E Jovin, R MalbaΕ‘a, M Matavuly, M PopoviΔ‡ | Phytotherapy Research | πŸ“… 2010 | πŸ” Cited by: 217

πŸ„ The lignicolous fungus Trametes versicolor (L.) Lloyd (1920): a promising natural source of antiradical and AChE inhibitory agents – L JanjuΕ‘eviΔ‡, M Karaman, F Ε ibul, G Tommonaro, C Iodice, D JakovljeviΔ‡, … | Journal of Enzyme Inhibition and Medicinal Chemistry | πŸ“… 2017 | πŸ” Cited by: 99

πŸ§ͺ A comparative overview of antioxidative properties and phenolic profiles of different fungal origins: fruiting bodies and submerged cultures of Coprinus comatus and Coprinellus … – K TeΕ‘anoviΔ‡, B Pejin, F Ε ibul, M Matavulj, M RaΕ‘eta, L JanjuΕ‘eviΔ‡, … | Journal of Food Science and Technology | πŸ“… 2017 | πŸ” Cited by: 80

🌿 Alternative treatment of vaginal infections – in vitro antimicrobial and toxic effects of Coriandrum sativum L. and Thymus vulgaris L. essential oils – M Bogavac, M Karaman, L JanjuΕ‘eviΔ‡, J Sudji, B RadovanoviΔ‡, … | Journal of Applied Microbiology | πŸ“… 2015 | πŸ” Cited by: 73

πŸ„ The polysaccharide extracts from the fungi Coprinus comatus and Coprinellus truncorum do exhibit AChE inhibitory activity – B Pejin, K TeΕ‘anoviΔ‡, D JakovljeviΔ‡, S KaiΕ‘areviΔ‡, F Ε ibul, M RaΕ‘eta, … | Natural Product Research | πŸ“… 2019 | πŸ” Cited by: 72

πŸ”¬ Antimicrobial properties of ZnO nanoparticles incorporated in polyurethane varnish – D ZvekiΔ‡, VV SrdiΔ‡, MA Karaman, MN Matavulj | Processing and Application of Ceramics | πŸ“… 2011 | πŸ” Cited by: 69

πŸ„ Wild-growing lignicolous mushroom species as sources of novel agents with antioxidative and antibacterial potentials – M Karaman, M Stahl, J VuliΔ‡, M VesiΔ‡, J ČanadanoviΔ‡-Brunet | International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition | πŸ“… 2014 | πŸ” Cited by: 59

πŸ§ͺ Polarography as a technique of choice for the evaluation of total antioxidant activity: The case study of selected Coprinus Comatus extracts and quinic acid, their … – M Karaman, K Tesanovic, S Gorjanovic, FT Pastor, M Simonovic, … | Natural Product Research | πŸ“… 2021 | πŸ” Cited by: 49

🦠 Antibacterial, antifungal and cytotoxic activity of terrestrial cyanobacterial strains from Serbia – Z Svircev, D Cetojevic-Simin, J Simeunovic, M Karaman, D Stojanovic | Science in China Series C: Life Sciences | πŸ“… 2008 | πŸ” Cited by: 48

πŸ“Œ Conclusion:

Dr. Maja Karaman’s extensive research, scientific leadership, and groundbreaking discoveries in fungal biotechnology make her an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award πŸ†. Her commitment to innovation, mentorship, and environmental sustainability ensures that her contributions have a lasting impact on both science and society 🌍✨.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maja Karamannga | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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