Meet fellows for 2024/2025 year!

Aleksandar Jaćimović is a fourth-year B.A. student at the University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Philosophy, at the Department of English Studies. With the Vuk Karadžić Certificate from his elementary school, he graduated from Karlovci Grammar School holding the Student of the Generation Certificate. While in Karlovci Grammar School, he achieved notable results in the following special-category national competitions: third place in Latin, and third place in English. Additionally, he topped the list at enrollment in his Faculty (100/100), and has notched up the highest GPA in the first three years of his studies. Aleksandar has participated in the summer schools of: - German, the “Licht und Klang” Erasmus project in Timisoara, - English, at South Bank University in London two summers running, - linguistics, the “Eastern Generative Grammar” summer school at the Faculty of Philosophy in Novi Sad, where he was also a local organizer. Moreover, Aleksandar was part of CEEPUS's Tenth International Summer Academy of Translation at the University of Maribor, and he took part in “CONTEXTS: The Seventh International Interdisciplinary Conference of Young Scientists in Social Sciences and Humanities” in Novi Sad. Furthermore, during 2024, Aleksandar conducted a phonological research project and wrote a paper on it, titled “Canonical Tag Questions in English and Serbian: Perception of Intonation and Pragmatic Functions,” presented at the “GUSEGG: Imagination and Resistance in Europe and the Americas: State - Society - Religion,” conference as held in Leibnitz and organized by the Center for Inter-American Studies at the University of Graz. A member of Matica Srpska the American Corner in Novi Sad and the Erasmus Student Network, Aleksandar passed TOEFL, scoring 117/120 points [high-range C2 level], OnSET DAF [B2], and Latin Language 4 as an audited subject.

Aleksandar Milenković is a sixth-year medical student at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade. He completed his secondary education at the Medical High School in Kosovska Mitrovica. Aleksandar's interest in medicine began in early childhood, and after completing his undergraduate studies, he plans to specialize in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. He has been recognized with two commendations as one of the top-performing students and has actively participated in numerous seminars and congresses. These include the International Medical Students’ Congress Novi Sad (IMSCNS 2021), the 61st and 63rd Congresses of Biomedical Science Students of the Republic of Serbia, where he presented research in histology and dermatovenerology, Belgrade Dermatology Days, the SESIAM Congress, and the EADV Congress in Amsterdam. Notably, he was one of six participants from Serbia at the European Forum Alpbach in Austria in August 2022. Aleksandar is a member of the Student Neuroscience Section of the Serbian Neuroscience Society.Beyond his primary academic interests, he is committed to working with young people, emphasizing health education, preventive care, and environmental protection. Fluent in English and possessing a basic knowledge of German, Aleksandar enjoys traveling, exploring new experiences, and meeting new people. In his free time, he can often be found in nature, reading about personal development, or watching TV series.

Anđela Aleksandrić is a fourth-year student at the Faculty of Organizational Sciences, majoring in Information Systems and Technologies, with an outstanding GPA of 10.0. Her dedication to IT education is further demonstrated by her successful completion of Oracle certification training for Java developers. Currently, she serves as a student demonstrator at the Department of Systems Management, where she leads Matlab programming exercises for third-year students in the System Theory course. In addition  to her academic activities, Anđela has been conducting workshops at Kliker IT Center for the past two years, teaching children aged 7 to 15 technologies such as C#, JavaScript, Python, HTML, and CSS. Since October 2024, she has been interning at the Swiss company 4U Pharma as a Controlling Assistant, where she analyzes company data and supports the achievement of organizational goals. Anđela's previous experience includes working as a system administrator at the International Academic Center, where she ensured the smooth administration of certification tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, and Cambridge English. She also worked as a technical support specialist at Wolt, efficiently resolving application issues and collaborating with colleagues across Europe. Anđela is deeply committed to continuous professional development and contributing to advancements in technology and education. Beyond her academic and professional pursuits, she has a rich athletic background. She trained professionally in volleyball, is a certified personal trainer, and regularly participates in half-marathons.

Anđela Balaban is a fourth-year student at the Faculty of Organizational Sciences, majoring in Management. She completed both elementary and high school in Belgrade, where she was born. Throughout her education, she has demonstrated outstanding academic success and a strong dedication to learning. From an early age, she excelled in her studies, earning the prestigious "Vukova diploma" in both elementary and high school. She is currently pursuing her university education on a government-funded scholarship. In addition to her academic achievements, Anđela has a passion for music. She was a member of her school choir as well as the vocal workshop “Bistrik,” earning numerous awards at various competitions. During her studies, she developed a keen interest in projects and organizational work, which led her to join the student organization "Unija Studenata FON-a" (FON Student Union). As part of the logistics team, she contributed to various projects and gained experience as the Logistics Team Coordinator for the "Humanitarian Stand-up Evening" project. Currently, she holds the position of Project Coordinator for the "USF Gaming Fair."

Anđela Prodanović is a third-year student at the School of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade, majoring in Signals and Systems. With a GPA of 10.00, she was recognized as the top student of her program for the 2022/23 and 2023/24 academic years. She graduated from the ‘’Nada Matić’’ Elementary School and Užice Grammar School as a straight-A student, student of the generation, and winner of more than 60 awards in various competitions. Among her notable achievements are three gold medals in national competitions in mathematics during her high school and four bronze medals in national competitions in physics. Since 2019, she has been a recipient of the Scholarship for Exceptionally Talented Students awarded by the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technological Development. She also received the City of Užice Award for outstanding achievements in 2022. Her primary academic interests lie in the development of artificial intelligence and the application of statistical models to AI. Aside from her academic success, she has a strong passion for literature. During her high school, she was part of the organizational team of the ‘’Na pola puta’’ International Literary Festival. She holds the C2-level Cambridge certificate in English and has extensive experience thanks to the participation in the work of Petnica Science Center, the ‘’Čitaj glasno!’’ drama camp, and an international student exchange program at the Pestalozzi Children's Village in Switzerland, focusing on children's rights.

Bogdan Đukanović (b. 1996, Aranđelovac) completed his undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral studies in sculpture at the Faculty of Fine Arts in Belgrade, under the mentorship of Professors Mrđan Bajić and Radoš Antonijević. During his academic journey, he participated in student exchange programs at the Academy of Fine Arts in Xi’an, China, and the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts (ENSBA) in Paris, France. He further pursued his artistic development at ENSBA in Paris, where he earned a DNAP under the guidance of Professor Bojan Šarčević. Currently, he is a fourth-year DNSAP student at ENSBA. Đukanović’s works have been showcased in prominent local and international exhibitions focusing on emerging artists, including three solo exhibitions. He is the initiator of the experimental student space Flu OpenLab in Belgrade. Over the course of his studies, he has received multiple awards for his achievements in sculpture. Additionally, he was a member of the Society of United Responsibility (D.U.O.), part of the Goethe-Institut’s creative platform in Belgrade.

Bojana Mojsilović was born in Čačak on January 17, 2003. Her interest in chemistry began in elementary school when she participated in a competition that ignited her passion for the subject. She later enrolled in a Medical High School, specializing in laboratory technology. Working in a laboratory allowed her to practically apply the theoretical knowledge she gained during her studies. After graduating from high school, Bojana continued her education at the Faculty of Chemistry, specializing in Chemistry Education. During her entrance exam preparations, her chemistry professor had a significant influence on her aspirations. The professor’s inspiring teaching methods and evident passion for chemistry motivated Bojana to pursue a career in chemistry education. Her professor's dedication and encouragement underscored the importance of sharing knowledge and enthusiasm with future generations. Bojana envisions her future as a chemistry professor who inspires and empowers students to explore, ask questions, and develop a genuine love for learning. She is dedicated to developing innovative teaching methods that make chemistry more engaging, accessible, and enjoyable for her students.

Boris Stanković is a third-year student at the Faculty of Mathematics in Belgrade, majoring in Statistics, Actuarial, and Financial Mathematics. He completed the first two years of his studies with a perfect average grade of 10.0. Boris describes himself as a mathematician, enthusiast, idealist, and advocate for a better education. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including a silver and two bronze medals in the International Mathematical Olympiad, four silver and two bronze medals in the Balkan Mathematical Olympiad, silver and bronze medals in the International Olympiad of Metropolises, a gold medal in the Serbian Mathematical Olympiad, and various other medals in both national and international mathematics competitions. Boris serves as the president of the organizing committee for Maths Beyond Limits Balkans—the first international scientific camp in the Balkans—and the “Mathematics and Applications” scientific conference, the first event of its kind for young people in the region. He is also the Secretary for Mathematics within the Scientific Association “Vladimir Prelog” in Sarajevo, Bosnia’s first active scientific society since the 1960s. A long-term lecturer, Boris has shared his knowledge at numerous domestic and international mathematics camps, with the Maths Beyond Limits camps in Poland being particularly notable. He is a member of the international organizing committee for Maths Beyond Limits, the National Commission for High School Mathematics Competitions in Serbia, and the Student Union of Mathematicians at the Faculty of Mathematics in Belgrade. In the future, Boris plans to pursue a career that combines mathematics and economics. He dreams of founding his own company in the Balkans to create opportunities for young people with similar interests and to foster their development in the region.

Darija Dražović (2001) is a master's student in musicology at the Faculty of Music in Belgrade. She has been involved in music since the age of five and has won over 50 awards and recognitions in the field during her eighteen-year career. After completing elementary school, where she graduated with the "Vuk Karadžić" diploma for excellence, she enrolled in the "Patriarch Pavle" Gymnasium in the natural sciences and mathematics program, as well as the "Davorin Jenko" Music High School, pursuing three departments: accordion, theoretical studies, and solo singing. She graduated with a perfect GPA of 5.00, earning four diplomas for secondary education. During elementary and high school, she participated in various competitions, winning first, second, and third prizes. She has also been engaged in humanitarian work since elementary school, often performing and attending charity concerts. She began her undergraduate studies in musicology in 2020 and completed them in 2024, earning the title of Student of the Generation. She is the only student in the history of the department to graduate with a perfect GPA of 10.00. During her studies, she won numerous first, second, and third prizes in international competitions in disciplines such as comparative piano, solfeggio, and choir. Simultaneously, she presented her work at student panels and contributed to the student journal. In addition to music, Darija is dedicated to sports and has won nearly 40 medals in taekwondo, showcasing her versatility and determination.

Darko Dumanović je apsolvent Matematičkog fakulteta Univerziteta u Beogradu, na smeru profesor matematike i računarstva. Jedan je od najboljih studenata svog smera sa trenutnom prosečnom ocenom 9.29. Osnovnu i srednju školu je završio u rodnom Trsteniku, kao nosilac diplome „Vuk Karadžić“, i po završetku osnovne škole, kao i gimnazije, pri čemu je izabran i za učenika generacije svoje osnovne škole. Istaknut je učesnik mnogobrojnih aktivnosti na svom fakultetu. Kao jedan od najboljih studenata u generaciji, predavač je algebarskih predmeta u projektu Studentskog parlamenta Matematičkog fakulteta pod nazivom Studenti studentima u okviru pripreme brucoša za prve ispitne rokove. Nalazi se na poziciji koordinatora Student - mentor programa, gde učestvuje u pružanju pomoći novopečenim brucošima prilikom privikavanja na uslove života u akademskoj zajednici. Hobi mu je praćenje domaće kinematografije. Piše filmske recenzije i kritike domaćih naslova. Angažovan je i kao novinar rubrike kultura Magazina Student, najstarijeg studentskog glasila na Balkanu. Izveštava sa mnogobrojnih filmskih festivala u Srbiji. Redovni je učesnik televizijskih i pab kvizova, u kojima, pored znanja koje pokazuje, redovno promoviše nastavničku profesiju i ponosno ističe da je student nastavničkog smera, čime na najbolji način vrši promociju ovog časnog zanimanja. Zajedno sa svojim prijateljima je i organizator mnogobrojnih humanitarnih pab kvizova.

Darko Pavlović is a student at the Faculty of Economics in Niš, specializing in Business Management. He served as the president of the Student Parliament in high school, and during his tenure, he, along with presidents from other high schools, founded the organization "PRLMNT," aiming to become a union of Niš high school parliaments. Since 2016, he has been a member of the "Josif Pančić" scout troop, where he holds the position of hill leader. In early 2021, he became a member of the "Jedi Movement" organization, where he currently serves as the coordinator of finance and fundraising campaigns. Darko worked as a project manager on projects organized by the Jedi Movement, such as "The Force Follows the Brave" - a camp for children without parental care, and the pop culture convention "Jedicon." He takes pride in the fundraising campaign "To Win a Child's Smile," where he raised 1,500,000 dinars to purchase a resuscitation table for premature babies. Also, in November and December, he led the campaign "From Knee to Knee," raising 3,640,000 dinars to buy 80 computer sets for the Electronic Faculty in Niš. 

David Srećković was born in Kraljevo on June 20th, 2003. He finished the "Mladost" Elementary School in Vrnjci as a student of the generation with an average grade of 5.00. Then, he finished the Gymnasium in Vrnjačka Banja as a student of the generation in the field of history with an average grade of 5.00. He was a winner of Vuk's diploma as well as the "BEST OF THE BEST Dr. Zoran Đinđić" award in his elementary and high school and the award of the municipality of Vrnjačka Banja on the municipal day on July 14. He won numerous awards in all subjects in both his primary and secondary school, and would single out the 3rd place at the national-level history competition in Šabac on 05/23/2021. He plays basketball, loves sports, and was a silver medalist in chess in the elementary school category. He likes to read books, and as a hobby he likes comic books the most. He is currently a third-year student at the Faculty of Mathematics, University of Belgrade, studying for the professor of mathematics and computer science degree. He chose it because he likes mathematics and because he likes to pass on knowledge to younger generations.

Ivana Đuričić was born in Valjevo on January 9th, 2005. From a young age, she expressed a desire for music and art and continued her education in that direction. In addition to finishing primary and secondary music school, she also graduated from her secondary medical school as an excellent student. During her schooling, she actively played the violin and piano. She considers herself to be a social person, always ready to meet new people and broaden her horizons. During her five years as a member of the children's church choir, and later in the Emanuil choir, she had the opportunity to develop her musical skills and experience the spirit of teamwork. She channeled her love of volunteering into working with the Red Cross as well as actively participating in the St. Sava Youth Community, where she gained valuable experience. Membership in the orchestra of the Cultural-Artistic Society Abrašević provided her with the opportunity to participate in various concerts and competitions. She participated in the project "Beacon of Knowledge" and the following year she was also a mentor for a team, where she gained leadership experience. She is currently in her second year at the Faculty of Teacher Education, majoring in elementary education, where she successfully completed her first year with an average grade of 9.23. She believes that every new lesson is an opportunity for growth and development, and education is the key to a better future.

Ivona Ilic was born on August 6th, 2004. She graduated from the 12th Belgrade Gymnasium, with the title of a two-time winner of the national-level history competition and a second-place winner of the national-level competition "Literary Olympiad." Currently, she is a second-year student of the undergraduate studies at the Faculty of Law, University of Belgrade, majoring in international law, with a particular interest in comparative constitutional law. She is a long-term member of the Gorani movement, the oldest ecological organization in Serbia, where she is involved in educational work with young people in the fields of ecology and botany. She served as vice-president of the Alumni board of the Alumni network of the "Lighthouse of Knowledge," where she acquired skills for organizing and realising educational programs for young people. She has extensive experience in volunteering, educational activities and competitions of various kinds, for which she has received numerous awards and recognitions. In addition to law, she is also engaged in writing poetry. She published her first collection of poems - "The Street of my Childhood" ("Ulica mog detinjstva") in 2021. In the final year of her high school, she was a collaborator in maintaining the literary section of the 12th Belgrade Gymnasium, where she participated in organizing interactive classes and lectures on literature. She is especially interested in the life and work of Dante Alighieri. In her free time, she enjoys reading and studying psychology, pedagogy and ecology.

Jana Velimirović is a third-year student at the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade, majoring in biochemistry. Throughout her studies, she has always been dedicated to scientific research and professional development, volunteering for various projects in the faculty's laboratories. She attended a chemistry seminar at the Petnica Science Center, where she is currently a mentor for research projects and a collaborator. Her research papers, "Synthesis of New Complexes with Doxycycline and Investigation of their Antibacterial Activity" and "Immobilization of α-Amylase on Cobalt Magnetic Nanoparticles Coated with Polyaniline," were presented at the "Step into Science" conferences. She participated in Tech Case Study competitions, where she and her team analyzed environmental issues in industries, such as volatile solvents and PET packaging. So far in her education, she has won numerous awards and commendations in the fields of chemistry, physics, mathematics, literature, and history at all competition levels. In addition to her academic activities, she coaches children in athletics and enjoys volunteering for sports and charity events. She is a two-time national champion in taekwondo, has won multiple medals in athletic competitions, and holds the title of the Athlete of the Year from the 14th Gymnasium. She holds the Vuk Karadžić Certificate from both her elementary and high school. Jana speaks English and German. She was a scholarship recipient of the Republic of Serbia, the "Euro for Knowledge" Foundation, and the BAYHOST program of the Bavarian Ministry of Science. She plans to specialize in enzymology or neurochemistry and eventually establish a scientific institute in Serbia.

Jovana Pešić is a third-year student at the Faculty of Sciences at the University of Priština temporarily relocated in Kosovska Mitrovica, majoring in Mathematics (with a GPA of 10.00), and at the Faculty of Arts, majoring in Piano (with a GPA of 9.97). She completed her elementary and high school as the top student of her class. From her early childhood, Jovana has shown exceptional talent for music. Some of the most relevant awards she has won include: first place in the International Showcase of Piano Technique Černi Fest 2023, first place in the national ,,Riznica talenata’’ festival, first place in the International Music Competition Muzički otisak 2023, nomination: chamber music, but there is also third place in the National-Level Competition of Music and Ballet Schools in Serbia, first place, twice, at the International Music Festival Muzičko proleće, Third-Degree Laureate, and first place, twice, in the International Music Competition ,,Kompas.’’ In addition to these, Jovana has also merited first and third place in the Brainfinity international competition (Collaborative Problem Solving Challenge), third place in the Misliša National Mathematics Competition, third place in the National Literary Olympiad, and many other awards. Beside these accomplishments, she actively participates in various festivals and concerts. She is a member of the ,,Kamenički biseri’’ vocal group, performing at various events. Jovana has been involved in projects related to ecology, local environment change; she has served as a moderator in the field of gender equality, participated in the career club as organized by USAID, and the six-month Tech Heroes 3 project, organized by the jCoders Academy.

Jovana Todorović is a third-year student at the Faculty of Teacher Education at the University of Belgrade, majoring in teacher education. She attended the „Cana Marjanović“ elementary school in Ralja, where she won second place twice at the National Handball Competition. She holds Vuk’s diploma. The love of the teacher’s vocation appeared already in the first cycle of schooling, because she had a wonderful impression of her teacher. She participated in numerous sections, as well as in competitions. She continues her education at the „Belgrade“ Medical School, majoring in nurse-educator. She had an extremely high average in high school. In addition to education, she played handball for 10 years, where she won over 50 medals from various tournaments and competitions, one of which was the national championship. She also refereed handball matches for 5 years, likes to travel, visit the cinema and theaters, read books and gain various experiences. She chose the teaching profession because she believes that it is one of the most noble and important jobs, which requires great love, but also responsibility, which she is ready to show.

Katarina Lukić comes from Kosovo and Metohija, and she is currently a second-year student at the Faculty of Science and Mathematics in Kosovska Mitrovica, in the Department of Mathematics. She finished the first year of her studies with exceptional success, an average of 9.89. She finished her elementary school with excellent results and was awarded Vuk's diploma, while she also finished high school with excellent results and earned the title of student of the generation. During that period, she participated in numerous competitions, both in mathematics and in other subjects, and achieved considerable success, including reaching the district level in several disciplines. She attended a junior music school, where she learnt how to play an instrument, and at the same time she was involved in folklore, participating in folk dances and singing. In the third and fourth year of study, she would like to participate in programming competitions. Her goal is to, after finishing her undergraduate studies, continue with her master's studies, either in Serbia or abroad, in order to gain additional knowledge and experience in the field of mathematics. She wants to become a mathematics teacher and contribute to the education of new generations, helping them develop a love for this science. Apart from academic and professional goals, she likes to travel, explore new places, meet different people and cultures. She believes that such experiences help her develop as a person and also contribute to her ability to understand and communicate with different people. She knows the basics of English and Russian.

Kristina Nikolić is a fourth-year student at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Niš, majoring in Engineering Management. She finished elementary school as a valedictorian, and high school as the Best Activist. As one of the founders of the informal group - Autodidact Club, she created the first educational podcast for young people - Autodidact educational podcast in 2019. At that time Kristina completed 2 courses where high school students from Niš had the opportunity to learn about the importance of informal education and how to get involved in it. As a representative of the Media Research Center, she participated in a prestigious conference in Kyiv, organized by Internews Ukraine. During the Brave New Media Forum in 2018, she won the award for the best TV host, so in 2019 she got the opportunity to be the host of the Brave New Media Forum, organized by the Deutsche Welle Academy. Kristina was also one of the main speakers at the TedEd conference organized by the Niš American Corner and the final conference of the Young Balkan Leaders project at the Academy of Sciences in Sofia. In October 2022, she won 2nd place for the scientific paper "Green Transport" at the international conference "SIMTERM".  Since 2017, she has been actively attending Erasmus+ youth exchanges and training courses. She speaks English and German fluently.She is fluent in English and German. In the past 2 years, she has been conducting training courses  on communication and public speaking. She was part of the 10th generation of the program for future leaders and managers AmChmaps, which she completed under the mentorship of the HR director of the largest Serbian company - Delta Holding. This year, she is part of the prestigious US Embassy BOLD Fellowship for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development program, where she will have the opportunity to spend a month in New York and further develop her management skills at Syracuse University in New York State.  

Ksenija Manojlović comes from the village of Prelez, municipality of Zubin Potok. She is a third-year student at the Faculty of Organizational Sciences in Belgrade, majoring in Management and Organization. During high school, she participated in numerous extracurricular projects, trainings and programs within the NGO "Domovik" from Kosovska Mitrovica, and she showed her engagement and qualities by interning at the media portal "Crno-beli svet" and as a content creator at the youth media platform Leaderonline.net. She is the winner of the "You are a leader" award, which is awarded by the "Domovik" organization for demonstrated activism. For two years in a row, in 2023 and 2024, she was awarded as one of the best students of the generation by the Faculty of Organizational Sciences. She is a member of the student organization "FON's Center for Career Development". She speaks English and knows the basics of Russian. She cites her family and friends as the most valuable thing in life. In her free time, she likes to research, paint, and read.

Lena Vračević is a first-year student at the Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade, majoring in Molecular Biology and Physiology. She graduated from the specialized program for students with exceptional abilities for biology and chemistry in the Fifth Belgrade Gymnasium as a valedictorian. She received her elementary music education at the "Stanković" Music School, majoring in piano. She is fluent in English and German. Since the first year of her high school, Lena has been a participant in the Experimental Biology and Chemistry Seminar at the Petnica Science Center, as well as the Biology Seminar. Her research paper titled “The Effect of Epinephrine on the Bacterial Strain Staphylococcus Epidermidis of Skin Microbiota and its Metabolic Interaction with Pathogens Staphylococcus Aureus and Streptococcus Pyogenes” was presented at the "Korak u nauku" conference at Petnica in 2022. As a member of the Belgrade Talent Center II, she conducted two research projects at the Faculty of Biology. With her paper titled “Detection of the g.9712G>C Mutation in the HK1 Gene Responsible for Hereditary Motor and Sensory Neuropathy Type Russe in Roma Patients,” she won first place in the National Research Competition, the Talent Competition in Scientific Disciplines, and a special award at the international ICYS competition. Another project titled “Characterization of the Rhizobiome Bacteriobiota of Centaurea sp. and Examination of its Biocontrol Properties” earned her national-level awards in domestic competitions. Additionally, she is a winner of a national award in the Literary Olympiad. Lena plans to pursue a career in research and continue advancing her expertise in laboratories at domestic and international institutes.

Marija Stanković is a fourth-year medical student at the Faculty of Medicine in Niš. She completed her primary and secondary education as the top student of her generation. She is the author of two scientific papers, a co-author of one other, and the author of a case report. Her dedication has afforded her the opportunity to participate in numerous conferences, among which she would particularly highlight her involvement in the 10th Congress of the Serbian Association of Cardiovascular Surgeons. She is a member of prestigious organizations, such as the European Society for Vascular Surgery and the National Organization for Rare Diseases of Serbia, her passion for science and education further demonstrated through her volunteering for the Serbian Medical Chamber Journal. She has volunteered for various organizations, organized congresses, charity initiatives, and campaigns aimed at promoting health education, actively contributing to the improvement of public health awareness. She has received numerous awards and recognitions. Marija has had the privilege of attending surgeries in the departments of neurosurgery and cardiovascular surgery in Istanbul, as well as visiting the dermatology department at the University Hospital Basel. 

Milan Sazdov is an exceptionally successful student with a strong foundation in computer science, mathematics, and programming. He completed the "Jovan Dučić" elementary school in Petrovaradin as a recipient of the Vuk diploma, with an excellent GPA of 5.00. He continued his education at the "Jovan Jovanović Zmaj" Gymnasium, in the program for students with exceptional abilities in computer science and informatics, where he also achieved a perfect GPA of 5.00. During high school, he was awarded the Vuk diploma as well as special diplomas in mathematics, informatics, and computer science. Throughout his education, Milan actively participated in numerous competitions in mathematics and programming, achieving outstanding results and winning numerous awards. He is currently a student in the Software Engineering and Information Technologies (SIIT) program at the Faculty of Technical Sciences in Novi Sad, where he completed his first year with a GPA of 10.00. He also participated in the prestigious Microsoft Development Center Serbia (MDCS) programming competition, Bubble Cup 17, as a member of the "Lucky 3" team, where they secured 4th place, only one point behind the third-place team. In addition to academic achievements, Milan is actively engaged in sports. He trained in water polo for seven years at the Water Polo Club Vojvodina and has since continued to stay active by recreationally working out in the gym.

Milana Kandić, born on March 10, 2003, in Sombor, is currently a third-year pedagogy student at the Faculty of Philosophy in Novi Sad. At the age of eight, she began attending acting classes at the Sombor Educational Center, where she started volunteering in 2017 as part of the "Santa’s Little Helpers" project. Later, she joined the LINK Community Development Center, where she worked with young people as a volunteer coordinator. In the meantime, Milana participated in and, a year later, led the "Youth United in Peace" program, which brings together young people from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia. Milana has completed various training programs on topics such as media literacy, peace activism, transitional justice, human trafficking, and the use of drama techniques in violence prevention. She also completed NAPOR’s training for youth leaders, where she honed her skills in working with young people. She has conducted two research project. Milana aims to bridge the gap between formal and non-formal education through her work, striving to improve the school system and make education more interactive and engaging for young people. In her free time, she enjoys acting, reading, and photography.

Milica Popović was born on April 10, 2002, in Banja Luka. She is a student at the Faculty of Philology at the University of Banja Luka, majoring in Russian and Serbian language and literature. She has participated in numerous scientific seminars and conferences. In May 2023, she took part in the XIV International Scientific Conference “Slavic Peace: Spiritual Traditions and Literature.” Additionally, Milica participated in the scientific seminar "Open Balkans: Issues of Historical Memory in the Republic of Srpska and Russia" at Dobrolyubov University, and attended the Paleography School organized by the Serbian Association “Ćirilica” from Trebinje, as well as the first scientific linguistic seminar in Tršić. She also was a participant in the student conference at the University of Warsaw and in the scientific-practical school of Serbian studies in St. Petersburg at the Institute for Linguistic Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences (РАН). Milica has also been involved in numerous activities, workshops, and poetry evenings at the faculty. She actively volunteered for four years at the Youth Club of the Red Cross in Banja Luka, participating in many humanitarian actions and summer camps. She was also a volunteer at the Day Center for Children at Risk under the “New Generation” Association and is an active member of the Serbian Assembly "Баштионик". Milica has a profound love for poetry, literature, theater, history, culture and art.

Natalija Dabić is a second-year student at the Faculty of Teacher Education, majoring in teacher education. Born on September 10, 2004, in Inđija, Serbia, she completed her high school education in her hometown, where she continues to live. Fluent in Russian, Natalija has been an active member of the Serbian-Russian Society of Inđija for two years, teaching Serbian to Russian residents in her community. During high school, Natalija was an active member of the Petnica Research Station in Valjevo and the Vuk Karadžić Research Center in Tršić. Some of her scientific papers have been published in the proceedings of the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade. She chose her faculty and future profession because she believes education requires visionaries who truly understand and address the needs of children—individuals who, as she sees it, are rare and fully devoted to this mission. Throughout her educational journey, Natalija has received numerous international awards and diplomas, primarily in the fields of culture, history, and language.

Natalija Ranđelović is pursuing undergraduate studies in two programs — Mathematics and Computer Science at the Faculty of Sciences and Mathematics in Niš. During high school, she worked on a project at CERN focused on particle property analysis and hypotheses about new characteristics. She has achieved success in mathematics, physics, and robotics competitions. Natalija was engaged in preparatory classes for high school entrance exams through the Youth Office and now prepares students for mathematics competitions. She has participated in various science festivals, including "Nauk nije bauk," "Noć muzeja," "Noć biologije," and "Maj mesec matematike," and has been organizing the European Researchers’ Night festival for several years. Through competitions and projects, she actively empowers the female IT community. She has authored several research papers, with some awaiting publication, and presented her latest work at the International Artificial Intelligence Conference organized by the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts. Natalija has participated in multiple Erasmus exchange programs. Her love for the arts is expressed through playing the guitar, painting, and literature. She has been a member of the youth theater "Treća polovina" and attended seminars on Serbian history and literature. In her spare time, she enjoys athletics and traditional dance – folklore.

Nevena Antonin is a first-year student at the Faculty of Teacher Education. Born in Zrenjanin, she completed her elementary and medical high school education, graduating with the prestigious "Vuk Karadžić" degree. During her schooling, Nevena excelled in various competitions at municipal, district, and national levels, achieving notable results and earning special degrees in biology, art and music education, Serbian language and literature, as well as physical education. In high school, as the president of the student parliament, she initiated and participated in many projects. In addition to academics, Nevena is actively involved in sports, where she has achieved notable success as a football referee in the Professional Referees Organization of the Zrenjanin Football Association, where she also serves as a member of the executive board. She achieved significant recognition as a referee at the European Rocketry Championship in 2022. Nevena also dedicates her time to humanitarian work as a long-time volunteer for the Red Cross, particularly in the fields of blood donation, combating human trafficking, and promoting humane values. Currently, alongside her studies, she attends the "Josif Marinković" Music School, majoring in solo singing. She plays the piano and guitar, and is a member of the AKUD "Španac" choir, and this year participated in the largest youth competition in the Balkans, "Rhythm of Europe." Nevena strives to achieve great goals through her work and dedication, she would like to inspire others and leave a lasting impression in everything she does.

Nikoleta Mitković was born on September 15, 2003 in Vranje. She is a third-year student at the Faculty of Pedagogy in Vranje, University of Niš, majoring in teacher education. She attended “Trajko Perić” Elementary School and the Central Medical School in her native village of Veliko Ropotovo (KiM). Nikoleta finished elementary school with a perfect 5.00 GPA, earning the prestigious Vuk's Diploma, and served as the president of the Student Parliament during high school. Nikoleta stood out and achieved numerous successes and positive results, including first place in the literary competition on the topic "In my heart is Cyrillic", second place in the art competition within the cultural and sports events "Vidovdan 2016", a commendation from Serbian Biological Society for participating in the Republic Biology Competition, and a certificate of attendance at the science camp "Viminacium", among many other awards and accolades. At the Faculty of Pedagogy, Nikoleta stands out for her exceptional academic success, as evidenced by her average GPA of 9.69 during the first two years of study, as well as her participation in numerous extracurricular activities within the faculty. This year, Nikoleta became a member of the Ethics Commission and the Disciplinary Commission at her faculty.

​​Nikolija Bojković is a third-year student at the School of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade, studying Signals and Systems. She has loved math since she was a child and was even the top student in elementary school. She attended the Mathematical Grammar School in Belgrade and graduated with honors. During the summer of 2022, Nikolija participated in the University of Cambridge Engineering Summer Programme, where she explored subjects like The Jet Engine, Nanotechnology, and Quantum Technologies. This experience sparked her interest in science and academia. In the following summer, she worked as an intern in the "Philippa Fawcett Internship" program at the University of Cambridge, focusing on Differential Privacy of Data under Professor Po-Ling Loh's guidance. Outside of her studies, Nikolija is active in forums and conferences, aiming to motivate young students and promote science. Her motto is: "Let your stories inspire others as others' stories inspire you." Currently, she's keen on mathematics and hopes to delve deeper into it during her master's studies.

Novak Stijepić is a second-year Software Engineering student at the School of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade, where he maintains an impressive GPA of 9.81. He has achieved significant success in competitions, including winning a bronze medal at the Balkan Mathematical Olympiad, as well as victories at the DESCON environmental hackathon and the high school robotics competition EuroBot Serbia. Currently, he is a junior associate at the PFE Science and Engineering Center, where he mentors high school students on projects and helps them gain knowledge in artificial intelligence and robotics. He also frequently delivers programming lectures at his former high school. Outside of his university studies, he has self-taught and developed several programming projects in the field of machine learning. He is particularly interested in the safe development of artificial intelligence, to which he plans to contribute through his work. He is also a member of the Argo Student Robotics Team, competing in the European Rover Challenge. Novak is a member of the Effective Altruism Serbia organization. He is active in the student group, addressing the question of what is the best way to help others. Through extracurricular activities, he often takes on the role of a mentor to younger students, whether through lectures, event organization, or individual support. Novak believes in the importance of education and collaboration and strives to inspire and support future generations of scientists and engineers through his efforts.

Pavle Stojanac, born in Sremska Mitrovica, Serbia on September 15, 2005, is a highly accomplished student and dedicated humanitarian. He completed both primary and secondary education with distinction, earning the prestigious “Vuk Karadžić” diploma and being twice recognized as “Student of the Generation.” Additionally, he is a proud recipient of the “Saint Sava Charter.” After graduating from medical school, Pavle pursued higher education at the Faculty of Sciences. He was awarded a scholarship for education at the IT Academy by H.R.H Crown Prince Alexander Karađorđević, where he was specializing in the IT Business department.

​Pavle is a participant at the Petnica Research Center and has received numerous national and international awards in entrepreneurship, biology, ecology, sports, and first aid. Beyond his academics, Pavle is an active volunteer with the Red Cross of Serbia, where he serves as a peer educator in first aid. In addition, he is a blood donor and a dedicated humanitarian.

Pavle Bjelica is a first-year master's student at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Belgrade. He was born in Trebinje and grew up in Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He completed elementary school with a perfect GPA of 5.00, earning the prestigious "Vuk Karadžić" diploma for his outstanding achievements. He attended high school at the "Golub Kureš" Secondary School Center in Bileća, graduating as an excellent student. Throughout his education, Pavle actively participated in numerous competitions in physics, mathematics, and computer science. In his free time, Pavle enjoys drawing and painting.

​He has participated in various art competitions in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia, and his works have been exhibited multiple times. He also attended a painting school at the Cambridge Center, where he earned a certificate. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Pavle enjoys staying active by playing basketball, balancing his academic and creative endeavors with an active lifestyle. After completing his undergraduate studies, he enrolled in a master's program focusing on manufacturing engineering, with particular interest in robotics and mechatronics.

Petar Mitić is a third-year law student at the Faculty of Law, University of Niš. Born on July 11, 2003, in Niš, he graduated from "Car Konstantin" Primary School before attending "Bora Stanković" Gymnasium, where he served as the president of the Student Council. During his tenure, he spearheaded significant reforms to the system of student administrative bodies, organized the humanitarian campaign "Bora for Fighters," and revived the traditional "Bora’s Days" after a hiatus due to the pandemic. He was also a member of the School Board in both primary and secondary school. Petar entered the Faculty of Law as one of the candidates who achieved a perfect score of 100 points on the entrance exam.

​At the university, he successfully completed the Administrative Clinic and completed a student internship in the Office of the Mayor of Niš. He has been a member of the organizing committees for numerous conferences, including "The Role of Young Leaders in Society". Winner of the "Vuk Karadžić" diploma at the end of elementary school and high school, two special diplomas for the Serbian language and musical culture, awards from the City Municipality of Medijana for the best students in the city, Commendations and Memorials from the "Bora Stanković" Gymnasium for the results achieved in the field of culture and Diplomas for exceptional contribution to the work of the Student Council. Petar has received awards at prestigious competitions, including the Literary Olympiad, Misliša, and Kangaroo, among others. 

Petra Blagojević is a second-year student at the Faculty of Education in Vranje, University of Nis. She finished elementary school "Kralj Petar I" and secondary school of Economics in her hometown of Niš. In high school, she participated in a competition organized by the National Bank of Serbia and won 4th place with her team. Achieving success after success during primary and secondary education, Petra managed to achieve this in higher education as well. During the first year of study, in addition to success in teaching, she participated in extracurricular activities of the Faculty of Education. She was also a member of the committee during the election of the leadership of the student parliament at the already mentioned faculty. She chose this profession because she likes working with children and sees herself as a successful teacher. During the first year of her studies, she did professional practice and in that way got closer to children, which led her to realize that this was her fulfilling occupation. She believes that this profession is primarily full of responsibility and sacrifice, but also full of love and feelings. She has always had motivation, she loves children very much, she is experienced in working with them and saw herself as a teacher from an early age. After completing her four-year studies, she plans to enroll in a Master's degree.

Rastko Lazarević comes from the Republic of Srpska and is a third-year undergraduate student at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade, majoring in Electrical Engineering and Computing. He demonstrated an aptitude for physics and mathematics as early as elementary school, excelling in various competitions. He graduated from the Vuk Karadžić Gymnasium in Loznica as a straight-A student and won second prize at the national mathematics competition. At the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, he is enrolled in the Signals and Systems program. Early in his third year, he began working at the Mihajlo Pupin Institute in the Complex Systems Department. At the Institute, he analyzes turbine vibration signals and designs software for monitoring and preserving the parameters of various river basins in Serbia. Additionally, Rastko is actively involved in self-improvement across various fields. He participated in the student business camp ParkUp2023, organized by the Science Technology Park Belgrade, and was part of the MasterClass2024 program by TeleGroup. Furthermore, Rastko was a member of the student team HBridges2024 from the School of Electrical Engineering, representing Serbia at the international IFEC (IEEE) competition. He highlights teamwork as a fantastic learning experience that taught him much beyond his field of study. In his free time, he swims recreationally and actively participates in local community initiatives.

Sergej Milošević was born in Sombor, Serbia and completed his high school education in Bileća, Republika Srpska. He is a second-year student at the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad, majoring in Game Design.

His fields of interest are 3D modeling,model texturing, iconography, and painting. In high school he participated in numerous competitions in the fields of European history and English language and literature. He holds a C2 diploma in English, which allowed him to spend a short period in the United Kingdom, learning about climate change and ecological preservation.

​He has participated in numerous environmental cleanup initiatives and engaged in work aimed at raising awareness about ecological issues. Currently, he is working on an educational video game aimed at adolescents, which is expected to be released by the end of 2025.

Sofija Đurić is a sophomore student at the Faculty of Philology, majoring in comparative studies of Serbian literature and language. She finished elementary school as a student of her generation, and in high school she distinguished herself with awards at various contests and competitions: Two third place prizes at the republic competition in literature (Literary Olympiad), Three first place prizes at the "Serbian Language Society" literary competitions in Kraljevo, a Second place prize at the competition for young girls and women from Kraljevo organized by "Reflektor Teatar", Published a scientific research paper in the collection of works from Tršić, Published articles in the brochure about the localities of Kraljevo (within the IDA project) Participation in the program "This is also violence" in the organization of Irida and published a story in a collection of stories with the same name. She attended various courses in media literacy, photography, journalism and digital security. She is a correspondent for the youth portal "Youth Vibes", as well as local portals ("Portal Krug", "KV Novosti" and "Local Press"). This year, as one of the best students of her class she organized activities in Tršić for the students awarded in national Serbian language and literature competitions. She chose to be a teaching major because she wants to provide students with the resources for successful learning. Through her education, she discovered and continued to discover many tools that would help students to complete their school assignments as well as possible. Children are extremely intelligent and with the right support they can achieve exceptional results, which is why she want to dedicate herself to them.

Sofija Kovačević is a second-year student at the Faculty of Mathematics and the Faculty of Physics, both at the University of Belgrade. She was the president of the mentoring department at the Mathematical High School, where, together with mentors in mathematics, physics, and programming, she dedicated herself to advanced topics and problems. It was these mentoring experiences that helped her decide to enroll in two universities in Serbia. Sofija is also a recipient of the Vuk Stefanović Karadžić diploma. During her education, she excelled in the fields of astronomy and astrophysics and, in 2022, represented Serbia at the International Olympiad in Astronomy and Astrophysics in Kutaisi, Georgia. Sofija has also been writing papers for three years at the three-week International Astronomical Camp for Youth in Germany, under the mentorship of foreign students and professors. Sofija is part of the interpersonal relations team within the Student Union of Mathematicians, where she organized various projects over the past year, the most significant of which were the Sum&Co. Workshop and the Mathverse Conference at Kopaonik. She also completed a seven-week course on Effective Altruism, after which she became a member of the team in Serbia. She is the founder of a student group where she delivered lectures and courses on the topic of Effective Altruism and completed a three-week program for young mentors. In addition to all her academic achievements, Sofija is also deeply committed to dancing, particularly tango, and is dedicated to sports such as boxing.

Strahinja Marković is a third-year student of Electrical and Computer Engineering, specializing in Computer Science and Informatics, at the Faculty of Technical Sciences in Kosovska Mitrovica, with a GPA of 9.50. He was the Valedictorian in Elementary School and a recipient of the "Vuk Karadžić" Diploma at the Gymnasium in Kosovska Mitrovica. He completed both elementary and secondary music school "Miodrag Vasiljević" in Kosovska Mitrovica, where he developed a passion for the guitar under the mentorship of musician Petar Rakić. In sports, he is an active member of the Chess Club in Kosovska Mitrovica. Throughout his education, he has won numerous awards and recognitions in competitions in physics, chess, as well as music and literary contests. His achievements in music stand out, including first place at the Festival of Music and Ballet Schools in Zrenjanin and third place at the Vojvodina Guitar Fest. He has also received the award "Pride of the Municipality of Kosovska Mitrovica." In 2024, he co-authored three published papers. During high school, he served as the President of the Student Parliament, and he is now a member of the Student Parliament and the Teaching and Scientific Council of the Faculty of Technical Sciences in Kosovska Mitrovica.  

Teodora Mašković Đeri is a fourth-year undergraduate psychology student at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Belgrade. At the university, she is an intern in the Laboratory for Experimental Psychology within the research group for developmental psycholinguistics, and in the Laboratory for Developmental Psychology, where she is currently working on research projects. She has shared her work at numerous national and international conferences. She volunteers in the mental health and psychosocial support sector of the “Psychosocial Innovation Network” non-government organization. For three years, she was a member of the “Stimulus” Association of Psychology Students and represented Serbian psychology students within the European Federation of Psychology Students’ Associations organization - in this role, she participated in an international event in Oslo. She volunteered for the “Science and Informatics for Every Child” exhibition organized by the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts (SANU). During her high school, Teodora attended a Petnica Research Center seminar on social sciences and humanities, where she wrote her first research paper. She was a delegate, peer educator, and journalist for the European Youth Parliament. She completed her primary ballet education at the “Lujo Davičo” Ballet School. Her areas of interest include literature, art history, languages, and photography.

Teodora Kočić is a final-year student at the Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Belgrade, with a GPA of 9.86. She graduated as the valedictorian from High school in Svilajnac, earning numerous awards at national competitions in Biology, Serbian and French language. As one of the top students in her generation, Teodora has twice received the annual Best Student Award. Alongside academic success, she actively participates in extracurricular activities. During her studies, she has been involved in research projects in pharmaceutical physiology, immunology, and pharmacology and is currently a student researcher in the Department of Drug Analysis. Her work has been featured at various university and biomedical congresses, where she has earned awards for outstanding research presentations, including a victory at the European Pharmacotherapy Approach Competition. As Vice President of the Student Research Center of the Faculty of Pharmacy (CNIRS), Teodora leads initiatives highlighting the importance of science and pharmacy in society and creating engaging content for science festivals and social media. She has attended a clinical pharmacy training program at Charles University in the Czech Republic and a summer cosmetology school in Ljubljana. She enjoys singing, traveling, and spending time with her pets in her free time. Teodora is fluent in English and French.

Vuk Arnautović is a fourth-year student at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Belgrade, at the Department of Philosophy. He graduated from the Gymnasium in Šabac and represented it at the "SOFija21" Philosophy Olympiad, where he won an honorary medal.

From extracurricular activities, he volunteered in the reading rooms of the Faculty of Philosophy during the COVID-19 pandemic. At one time, he wrote for the magazine "Student". He has several published articles in various magazines. In addition to standard activities at the faculty, he is interested in operating systems and literature. In his free time, he plays chess and writes papers on various topics (most often, they are related to philosophy and philosophical anthropology).

​He speaks English fluently, and he also speaks Russian. His academic goal is to become an expert in the field of German phenomenology and medieval philosophy.