Experimental Physics Division - Members

FULL PROFESSORS

 
  • Topological materials - optical spectroscopy
 
IR
SPU
 
 
  • 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
SPU
 
 
  • Magnetotransport properties of low-dimensional conductors; Thin films
 
 
 
  • 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.
 
 
 
  • 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.
 
 
 
  • 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
 
 
 
  • Experimental nuclear physics: light atomic nuclei structure and reactions
  • Experimental nuclear astrophysics
 
 
 
 
  • 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.
 
 
 
  • The investigation of hadron systems using relativistic projectiles
 
SVE
 
 
  • Strongly correlated electronic systems
  • Condensed matter investigation by nuclear magnetic resonance methods
  • High-temperature superconductor investigation by microwave response
 
 
 
  • Observarional astrophysics, galaxy evolution
 
 

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS

 
  • Spectroscopy of hipernuclei formed by the electroproduction of strangeness
  • Electroweak interaction and precise measurements of nucleon structure using beams of polarized electrons
 
SVE
 
 
  • 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.
 
IR
SPU
 
 
  • Quantum magnetism
  • Heavy fermions
  • Cuprate superconductors
 
 
 
  • New materials synthesis and characterization
  • Topological insulators and Dirac systems
  • Conductive polymers
  • Metallic glasses
 
IR
SPU
 
 
  • 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
 
 
 
 
  • Investigation of condensed matter by nuclear magnetic resonance methods
 
 
 
  • Physics education research
  • Construction and evaluation of educational physics test with the use of Rasch modeling
  • Development of physics curricula and teaching materials
 
 
 
  • Development of particle detectors
  • Signatures of the quark-gluon plasma
  • Investigation of nucleon spin structure
 
SVE
 
 
  • Structure analysis - XRD and electronic microscopy
  • Metal oxides, alloys, superconductors, bio-minerals, thermosalient materials.
 
 
 
  • 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).
 
 
 
  • Measurement of cross sections of neutron-induced reactions (chiefly neutron capture)
  • Nuclear physics experiment simulations
  • Scintillation threads and silicon photomultipliers
 
 

ASSISTANT PROFESSORS

 
  • 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
 
 
 
 
  • Investigation of atomic nuclei using electronic beams
  • Experimental techniques in nuclear physics, detectors and electronics
  • Applications of nuclear methods
 
 
 
  • Educational research in physics
  • Construction and evaluation of conceptual tests in physics and informatics
  • Development of curricula and teaching materials in physics
 
 
 
  • 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

 
  • 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)
 
 

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSISTANTS

 
  • 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

 
 
 
 
SVE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

EMERITI

 
 
 
SVE
 
 
 

RETIRED FACULTY