It is with great pride and pleasure that we share the news that our esteemed colleague, Dr. Emilija Glavonić, Research Associate at the Laboratory for Molecular Biology and Endocrinology of the Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences, has been awarded the prestigious “Ivan Đaja” Award for the best doctoral dissertation in the field of physiology.

This distinguished recognition, traditionally presented by the Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade, was awarded to her during the Faculty Day celebration held on September 28, 2026.

Dr. Emilija Glavonić received the award in recognition of her outstanding scientific contribution through her doctoral dissertation entitled “Molecular Mechanisms of Fear Learning and Memory and Their Modulation by Ketamine in Adolescent Mice”. The dissertation was completed under the supervision of Dr. Miroslav Adžić, Research Professor at the Vinča Institute. The co-supervisor was Prof. Dr. Nadežda Nedeljković from the Faculty of Biology.

The “Ivan Đaja” Award is one of the most significant national recognitions for young researchers, and this achievement once again highlights the exceptional quality of scientific research conducted at the Laboratory for Molecular Biology and Endocrinology and throughout the Institute.

We are proud to have dedicated experts on our team whose hard work, knowledge, and commitment to scientific excellence are recognized at the highest level.