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

Full Professor at University Of Novi Sad in Serbia.

Dr. Maja Karaman ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ”ฌ 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 ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ’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 ๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ.

 

Professional Profile

Suitability for the Bestย  Researcherย  Award ๐Ÿ†

Dr. Maja Karaman is a highly accomplished researcher in the fields of Mycology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Environmental Biotechnology ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ„. 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 ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ’Š.

Education ๐ŸŽ“

  • BSc in Biology (1992โ€“1997) โ€“ University of Novi Sad ๐Ÿซ
    • Thesis: Mapping of fungi in the Fruลกka Gora mountain range ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ
  • MSc in Biology (1997โ€“2002) โ€“ University of Novi Sad ๐Ÿ“–
    • Thesis: Analysis of macroelements, heavy metals, and antioxidants in fungi โš—๏ธ๐ŸŒฑ
  • Ph.D. in Biology (2004โ€“2009) โ€“ University of Novi Sad ๐ŸŽ“
    • Thesis: Bioactive compounds in Basidiomycota fungi ๐Ÿ’Š๐Ÿ”ฌ

Experience ๐Ÿ†

  • Full Professor (2020โ€“Present) โ€“ Faculty of Sciences, University of Novi Sad ๐Ÿ›๏ธ
  • Associate Professor (2015โ€“2020) โ€“ Faculty of Sciences ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ
  • Assistant Professor (2010โ€“2015) โ€“ Faculty of Sciences ๐Ÿ“š
  • Teaching Assistant (2004โ€“2010) โ€“ Microbiology, University of Novi Sad ๐Ÿงซ
  • Research Trainee (1999โ€“2002) โ€“ Microbiology, Scholarship by the Ministry of Science ๐Ÿ”

Professional Development ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ“–

Dr. Maja Karaman’s professional journey ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ”ฌ 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 ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ” has driven numerous pioneering projects on fungal bioactive compounds. As a principal investigator, she has led international collaborations ๐ŸŒ, supervised Ph.D. students ๐Ÿ“š, and published extensively. Recognized for her contributions, she has received prestigious awards ๐Ÿ† and actively participates in scientific reviews. Her leadership in biotechnology innovation continues to impact environmental and medical research ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ’Š.

 

Research Focus ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿค–

Dr. Maja Karaman’s research focuses on Mycology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Environmental Biotechnology ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ”ฌ. Her work explores fungi as sources of bioactive compounds with antioxidant, antimicrobial, and medicinal properties ๐Ÿ’Š๐Ÿฆ . She investigates fungal diversity, their role in ecosystems, and potential applications in sustainable packaging and bioremediation ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒ. Her studies on heavy metals, radionuclides, and fungal metabolites contribute to environmental safety and human health ๐Ÿฅโš—๏ธ. 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 ๐Ÿ”„๐Ÿงช.

 

Awards & Honors ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŽ–๏ธ
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ 1st Place Award (2007) โ€“ Best poster presentation at the 4th International Medicinal Mushroom Conference (IMMC4), Ljubljana, Slovenia ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ”ฌ
  • ๐Ÿฅ‰ 3rd Place Award (2000) โ€“ Poster presentation at the 5th International Symposium on Environmental Contamination, Prague, Czech Republic ๐ŸŒโš—๏ธ
  • ๐Ÿ… University Award (1997) โ€“ Recognized by the Council of the University of Novi Sad for outstanding academic achievements ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŽ“
  • ๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Recognition โ€“ Over 900 citations and an h-index of 19 (Scopus) for significant contributions to Mycology and Microbiology research ๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿ”
  • ๐ŸŒŽ International Collaboration Grants โ€“ Awarded multiple scholarships for research stays at top institutions in Slovenia, Italy, Poland, and Finland ๐Ÿ›๏ธโœˆ๏ธ

 

Publication Top Notes:

๐Ÿ“— Medicinal and edible lignicolous fungi as natural sources of antioxidative and antibacterial agents โ€“ M Karaman, E Jovin, R Malbaลกa, M Matavuly, M Popoviฤ‡ | Phytotherapy Research | ๐Ÿ“… 2010 | ๐Ÿ” Cited by: 217

๐Ÿ„ The lignicolous fungus Trametes versicolor (L.) Lloyd (1920): a promising natural source of antiradical and AChE inhibitory agents โ€“ L Janjuลกeviฤ‡, M Karaman, F ล ibul, G Tommonaro, C Iodice, D Jakovljeviฤ‡, … | Journal of Enzyme Inhibition and Medicinal Chemistry | ๐Ÿ“… 2017 | ๐Ÿ” Cited by: 99

๐Ÿงช A comparative overview of antioxidative properties and phenolic profiles of different fungal origins: fruiting bodies and submerged cultures of Coprinus comatus and Coprinellus โ€ฆ โ€“ K Teลกanoviฤ‡, B Pejin, F ล ibul, M Matavulj, M Raลกeta, L Janjuลกeviฤ‡, … | Journal of Food Science and Technology | ๐Ÿ“… 2017 | ๐Ÿ” Cited by: 80

๐ŸŒฟ Alternative treatment of vaginal infections โ€“ in vitro antimicrobial and toxic effects of Coriandrum sativum L. and Thymus vulgaris L. essential oils โ€“ M Bogavac, M Karaman, L Janjuลกeviฤ‡, J Sudji, B Radovanoviฤ‡, … | Journal of Applied Microbiology | ๐Ÿ“… 2015 | ๐Ÿ” Cited by: 73

๐Ÿ„ The polysaccharide extracts from the fungi Coprinus comatus and Coprinellus truncorum do exhibit AChE inhibitory activity โ€“ B Pejin, K Teลกanoviฤ‡, D Jakovljeviฤ‡, S Kaiลกareviฤ‡, F ล ibul, M Raลกeta, … | Natural Product Research | ๐Ÿ“… 2019 | ๐Ÿ” Cited by: 72

๐Ÿ”ฌ Antimicrobial properties of ZnO nanoparticles incorporated in polyurethane varnish โ€“ D Zvekiฤ‡, VV Srdiฤ‡, MA Karaman, MN Matavulj | Processing and Application of Ceramics | ๐Ÿ“… 2011 | ๐Ÿ” Cited by: 69

๐Ÿ„ Wild-growing lignicolous mushroom species as sources of novel agents with antioxidative and antibacterial potentials โ€“ M Karaman, M Stahl, J Vuliฤ‡, M Vesiฤ‡, J ฤŒanadanoviฤ‡-Brunet | International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition | ๐Ÿ“… 2014 | ๐Ÿ” Cited by: 59

๐Ÿงช 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 โ€ฆ โ€“ M Karaman, K Tesanovic, S Gorjanovic, FT Pastor, M Simonovic, … | Natural Product Research | ๐Ÿ“… 2021 | ๐Ÿ” Cited by: 49

๐Ÿฆ  Antibacterial, antifungal and cytotoxic activity of terrestrial cyanobacterial strains from Serbia โ€“ Z Svircev, D Cetojevic-Simin, J Simeunovic, M Karaman, D Stojanovic | Science in China Series C: Life Sciences | ๐Ÿ“… 2008 | ๐Ÿ” Cited by: 48

๐Ÿ“Œ Conclusion:

Dr. Maja Karamanโ€™s extensive research, scientific leadership, and groundbreaking discoveries in fungal biotechnology make her an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award ๐Ÿ†. Her commitment to innovation, mentorship, and environmental sustainability ensures that her contributions have a lasting impact on both science and society ๐ŸŒโœจ.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maja Karamannga | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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