BASIC BIOGRAPHICAL DATA

Name and Surname: Dr Pavle Spasojević
Date and Place of Birth: September 12, 1982, Čačak, Serbia
Diploma Thesis: University of Belgrade – Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, 2006 (Polymer Engineering)
PhD Dissertation: University of Belgrade – Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, 2012
Dissertation Title: Modification of Poly(methyl methacrylate) Materials for Denture Bases Using Diesters of Itaconic Acid
Academic Title: Full Professor, Faculty of Technical Sciences in Čačak

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PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY

• Research Trainee (2010–2011), Innovation Center, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, Belgrade

• Research Associate (2011–2013), Innovation Center, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, Belgrade

• Research Fellow (2013–2018), Innovation Center, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, Belgrade

• Senior Research Fellow (2018–2024), Innovation Center, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, Belgrade

• Principal Research Fellow (2024– ), Innovation Center, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, Belgrade

• Assistant Professor (2013–2018), Faculty of Technical Sciences, Čačak

• Associate Professor (2018–2023), Faculty of Technical Sciences, Čačak

• Full Professor (2023– ), Faculty of Technical Sciences, Čačak

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SCIENTIFIC FOCUS

• Polymer Materials Engineering

• Nanomaterials Engineering

• Biomaterials Engineering

• Sustainable Development and Bioeconomy

Membership in Scientific Societies:

• Serbian Chemical Society

Awards and Recognitions:

• Five-time recipient of the “Panta S. Tutundžić” award for academic excellence during undergraduate studies

• Awards from the Serbian Chemical Society for outstanding academic performance during undergraduate studies

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PUBLICATIONS

• Author of 53 scientific papers, 50 conference papers, 4 patents, 3 technical solutions, 2 book chapters, and 2 textbooks; supervised 1 PhD dissertation – a total of 115 scientific contributions

• Published 39 articles in high-ranking international journals (M22–M21a+)

• Presented approximately 50 papers at international scientific conferences, including invited lectures

• Holder of 4 patents and 3 technical solutions

• Co-author of 2 book chapters and 2 textbooks

• Over 950 citations (Scopus), indicating strong international impact

• h-index of 19 (Scopus), reflecting research productivity and influence

• Sustained scientific output: 42 results published between 2020 and 2025

• Two-month professional training at the University of Rostock, Germany

TEACHING AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Since 2024, employed as Full Professor at the Faculty of Technical Sciences in Čačak, teaching the following subjects:

• Technical Materials

• Materials

• Fibers and Textile Materials

• Characterization of Textile Materials

• Ecology and Environmental Monitoring

 

PUBLICATIONS IN LEADING INTERNATIONAL JOURNALS

The list of published papers is categorized according to the national classification of journal excellence:

M21a+ – Journals ranked among the top 5% by IF2, IF5, or JCI

1. M.D. Markovic, M.M. Svetozarevic, V.V. Panic, S.I. Savic, A.D. Masulovic, P.M. Spasojevic, R.V. Pjanovic, Novel eco-friendly initiation system based on vitamin C for energy efficient synthesis of PMAA hydrogel used for delivery of phenolic compounds, Chemical Engineering Journal, 459 (2023), 141580;

2. M.D. Markovic, S.I. Seslija, V.Dj. Ugrinovic, M. Kunaver, V.V. Panic, R.V. Pjanovic, P.M. Spasojevic, Green pH- and magnetic-responsive hybrid hydrogels based on poly(methacrylic acid) and Eucalyptus wood nanocellulose for controlled release of ibuprofen, Cellulose, 28 (2021), 11109–11132;

3. A.F. Sousa, R. Patrício, Z. Terzopoulou, D.N. Bikiaris, T. Stern, J. Wenger, K. Loos, N. Lotti, V. Siracusa, A. Szymczyk, S. Paszkiewicz, K.S. Triantafyllidis, A. Zamboulis, M.S. Nikolic, P.M. Spasojevic, S. Thiyagarajan, D.S. Van Es, N. Guigo, Recommendations for replacing PET on packaging, fiber, and film materials with biobased counterparts, Green Chemistry, 23 (2021), 8795 - 8820,

4. B.Z. Fidanovski, I.G. Popovic, V.J. Radojevic, I.Z. Radisavljevic, S.D. Perisic, P.M. Spasojevic, Composite materials from fully bio-based thermosetting resins and recycled waste poly(ethylene terephthalate), Composites Part B: Engineering, 153, (2018), 117 - 123,

5. V.V. Panic, S.I. Seslija, I.G. Popovic, V.D. Spasojevic, A.R. Popovic, V.B. Nikolic, P.M. Spasojevic, Simple One-Pot Synthesis of Fully Biobased Unsaturated Polyester Resins Based on Itaconic Acid, Biomacromolecules, Vol.18 No.12 (2017) 3881-3891

6. P.M. Spasojevic, V.V. Panic, M.D. Jovic, J. Markovic, C. Van Roost, I.G. Popovic, S.J. Velickovic, Biomimic hybrid polymer networks based on casein and poly(methacrylic acid). Case study: Ni²⁺ removal, Journal of Materials Chemistry A, Vol.4 No.5 (2016) 1680-1693.

 

M21a – Journals ranked between the top 5–15% by IF2, IF5, or JCI

1. M.D. Marković, P.M.  Spasojević, O.J. Pantić, S.I. Savić, M.M. Spasojević Savković, V.V. Panić, Status and future scope of hydrogels in wound healing, Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 98 (2024), 105903-105903;

 2. V.V. Panic, J.D. Jovanovic, I.G. Popovic, S.I. Savic, M.D. Markovic, P.M. Spasojevic, B.K. Adnadjevic, The study of composition-properties relationships for composite hydrogels based on poly(methacrylic acid) and high concentrations of MFI zeolite, Polymer, 269 (2023),125750;

3. O.J. Pantić, M.M. Spasojevic, E.S. Džunuzović, M.S. Nikolić, S.I. Savić, M.D. Marković, P.M. Spasojević, The Effect of Glycol Derivatives on the Properties of Bio-Based Unsaturated Polyesters, Polymers, 2022, 14(15), 2970;

4. P.M. Spasojević, S.I. Savić, M.D. Marković, O.J. Pantić, K.M. Antic, M.M. Spasojevic, Optimization of Reactive Diluent for Bio-Based Unsaturated Polyester Resin: A Rheological and Thermomechanical Study, Polymers, 2021, 13(16), 2667;

5. M.D. Markovic, P.M. Spasojevic, S.I. Seslija, I.G. Popovic, D.N. Veljovic, R.V. Pjanovic, V.V. Panic, Casein-poly(methacrylic acid) hybrid soft networks with easy tunable properties, European Polymer Journal, 113 (2019), 276 - 288

6. S. Seslija, P.M. Spasojević, V. Panić, M. Dobrzyńska-Mizera, B. Immirzi, J. Stevanović, I. Popović, Physico-chemical evaluation of hydrophobically modified pectin derivatives: Step toward application, International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Vol. 113 (2018) 924-932.

7. V.V. Panic, P.M. Spasojevic, T.S. Radoman, E.S. Dzunuzovic, I.G. Popovic, S.J. Velickovic, Methacrylic acid based polymer networks with a high content of unfunctionalized nanosilica: particle distribution, swelling, and rheological properties, Journal of Physical Chemistry C, Vol.119 No.1 (2015) 610-622.

8. M. Spasojević, N. Ćirović, L. Ribić-Zelenović, P.M. Spasojević, A. Maričić, Effect of deposition current density and annealing temperature on the microstructure, hardness and magnetic properties of nanostructured nickel-iron-tungsten alloys, Journal of the Electrochemical Society, Vol.161 No.10 (2014) D463-D469.

9. M. Spasojević, A. Maričić, L. Ribić Zelenović, N. Krstajić, P.M. Spasojević, The kinetics of hydrogen absorption/desorption within nanostructured composite Ni_79.1Co_18.6Cu_2.3 alloy using resistometry, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, Vol.551 No.- (2013) 660-666.

10. M. Spasojević, L. Ribić-Zelenović, P.M. Spasojević, Microstructure of new composite electrocatalyst and its anodic behavior for chlorine and oxygen evolution, Ceramics International, Vol.38 No.7 (2012) 5827-5833.

 

M21 – Journals ranked between 15–35% by IF2, IF5, or JCI

1. M.D. Markovic, V.V. Panic, S.I. Savic, V.Dj. Ugrinovic, R.V. Pjanovic, M.M. Spasojevic, P.M. Spasojevic, Biobased thermo/pH sensitive poly(N-isopropylacrylamide-co-crotonic acid) hydrogels for targeted drug delivery, Microporous and Mesoporous Materials 335 (2022), 111817; 

2. G.A. Lazouzi, M.M. Vuksanović, N. Tomić, M. Petrović, P.M. Spasojević, V. Radojević, R. Jančić Heinemann, Dimethyl Itaconate Modified PMMA - Alumina Fillers Composites With Improved Mechanical Properties, Polymer Composites, 40 (2019), 1691 – 1701

3. B.Z. Fidanovski, P.M. Spasojevic, V.V. Panic, S.I. Seslija, J.P. Spasojevic, I.G. Popovic, Synthesis and characterization of fully bio-based unsaturated polyester resins, Journal of Materials Science, Vol.53 No.6 (2018) 4635-4644.

4. T.S. Radoman, J.V. Džunuzović, P.M. Spasojević, M.T. Marinović-Cincović, K.B. Jeremić, I.G. Popović, E.S. Džunuzović, Preparation and properties of short oil alkyd resin/TiO2 nanocomposites based on surface modified TiO₂ nanoparticles, Polymer Composites, Vol.39 No.5 (2016) 1488-1499.

5. J.D. Rusmirović, T. Radoman, E.S. Džunuzović, J.V. Džunuzović, J. Markovski, P.M. Spasojević, A.D. Marinković, Effect of the modified silica Nanofiller on the Mechanical Properties of Unsaturated Polyester Resins Based on Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate, Polymer Composites, Vol.38 No.3 (2017) 538-554.

6. M. Spasojević, N. Krstajić, P.M. Spasojević, L. Ribić-Zelenović, Modelling current efficiency in an electrochemical hypochlorite reactor, Chemical Engineering Research and Design, Vol.93 No.- (2015) 591-601.

7. P.M. Spasojević, V.V. Panić, J.V. Džunuzović, A.D. Marinković, A.J.J. Woortman, K. Loos, I.G. Popović, High performance alkyd resins synthesized from postconsumer PET bottles, RSC Advances, Vol.5 No.76 (2015) 62273-62283.

8. M. Spasojević, L. Ribić-Zelenović, A. Maričić, P.M. Spasojević, Structure and magnetic properties of electrodeposited Ni_87.3Fe_11.3W_1.4 alloy, Powder Technology, Vol.254 No.- (2014) 439-447.

9. P.M. Spasojević, J. Jovanović, B. Adnadjevic, Unique effects of microwave heating on polymerization kinetics of poly(methyl methacrylate) composites, Materials Chemistry and Physics, Vol.141 No.2-3 (2013) 882-890.

10. P.M. Spasojević, D. Stamenković, R. Pjanović, N. Bošković-Vragolović, J. Dolić, S. Grujić, S. Veličković, Diffusion and solubility of commercial poly(methyl methacrylate) denture base material modified with dimethyl itaconate and di-n-butyl itaconate during water absorption/desorption cycles, Polymer International, Vol.61 No.8 (2012) 1272-1278. 

 

M22 – Journals ranked between 35–75% by IF2, IF5, or JCI

1. V.Dj. Ugrinović, V.V. Panic, P.M. Spasojević, S.I. Seslija, B.Dj. Bozic, R.D. Petrović, Dj.T. Janaćković, Dj.N. Veljovic, Strong and tough, pH sensible, interpenetrating network hydrogels based on gelatin and poly(methacrylic acid). Polymer Engineering and Science, 62 (2022), 622-636;

2. M.D. Markovic, V.V. Panic, S.I. Seslija, A.D. Milivojevic, P.M. Spasojevic, N.M. Boskovic-Vragolovic, R.V. Pjanovic, Novel strategy for encapsulation and targeted delivery of poorly water-soluble active substances, Polymer Engineering & Science, 60 (2020), 2008-2022,

3. M.D. Markovic, V.V. Panic, S.I. Seslija, P.M. Spasojevic, V.Dj. Ugrinovic, N.M. Boskovic-Vragolovic, R.V. Pjanovic, Modification of hydrophilic polymer network to design a carrier for a poorly water-soluble substance, Polymer Engineering & Science, 60 (2020), 2496-2510

4. N. Ćirović, P.M. Spasojević, L. Ribić-Zelenović, P. Mašković, A. Maričič, M. Spasojević, Synthesis, structure and properties of nickel-iron-tungsten alloy electrodeposits: Part II: Effect of microstructure on hardness, electrical and magnetic properties, Science of Sintering, Vol.48 No.1 (2016) 1-16.

5. N. Ćirović, P.M. Spasojević, L. Ribić-Zelenović, P. Mašković, M. Spasojević, Synthesis, structure and properties of nickel-iron-tungsten alloy electrodeposits part I: Effect of synthesis parameters on chemical Composition, Microstructure and Morphology, Science of Sintering, Vol.47 No.3 (2015) 347-365.

6. P.M. Spasojevic, M. Zrilic, V. Panic, D. Stamenkovic, S. Seslija, S. Velickovic, The Mechanical Properties of a Poly(methyl methacrylate) Denture Base Material Modified with Dimethyl Itaconate and Di-n-butyl Itaconate, International Journal of Polymer Science, Vol.2015 No.- (2015).

7. P.M. Spasojević, V. Panić, S. Šešlija, V. Nikolić, I.G. Popović, S. Veličković, Poly(methyl methacrylate) denture base materials modified with ditetrahydrofurfuryl itaconate: Significant applicative properties, Journal of the Serbian Chemical Society, Vol.80 No.9 (2015) 1177-1192.

8. O. Pešić, M. Spasojević, B. Jordović, P.M. Spasojević, A. Maričić, Effect of electrodeposition current density on the microstructure and magnetic properties of nickel-cobalt-molybdenum alloy powders, Science of Sintering, Vol.46 No.1 (2014) 117-127.

9. M.D. Spasojević, L.J. Ribić-Zelenović, P.M. Spasojević, B.Ž. Nikolić, Current efficiency in the chlorate cell process, Journal of the Serbian Chemical Society, Vol.79 No.6 (2014)

10. M. Spasojević, L. Ribić-Zelenović, N. Ćirović, P.M. Spasojević, A. Maričić, Effect of milling and annealing on microstructural, electrical and magnetic properties of electrodeposited Ni-11.3Fe-1.4W alloy, Science of Sintering, Vol.44 No.2 (2012) 197-210.

11. P.M. Spasojević, B. Adnadević, S. Veličković, J. Jovanović, Influence of microwave heating on the polymerization kinetics and application properties of the PMMA dental materials, Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Vol.119 No.6 (2011) 3598-3606.

12. D. Žugić, P.M. Spasojević, Z. Petrović, J. Djonlagić, Semi-interpenetrating networks based on poly(N-isopropyl acrylamide) and poly(N-vinylpyrrolidone), Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Vol.113 No.3 (2009) 1593-1603.

 

M23 – Journals ranked between 75–100% by IF2, IF5, or JCI

1. Z. Vuković, P.M. Spasojević, M. Plazinić, J. Živanić, M. Spasojević, The effect of annealing temperatures on magnetic and electric properties of electrodeposited Ni_85,3Fe_10,6W_1,4Cu_2,2 alloy, Journal of Optoelectronics and Advanced Materials, Vol.16 No.7-8 (2014) 985-989.

2. A.D. Marinković, T. Radoman, E.S. Džunuzović, J.V. Džunuzović, P.M. Spasojević, B. Isailović, B. Bugarski, Mechanical properties of composites based on unsaturated polyester resins obtained by chemical recycling of poly(ethylene terephthalate), Hemijska Industrija, Vol.67 No.6 (2013) 913-922.

3. T.S. Radoman, J.V. Džunuzović, K.B. Jeremić, A.D. Marinković, P.M. Spasojević, I.G. Popović, E.S. Džunuzović, The influence of the size and surface modification of TiO₂ nanoparticles on the rheological properties of alkyd resin, Hemijska Industrija, Vol.67 No.6 (2013) 923-932.

4. M.D. Spasojević, T.L. Trišović, L. Ribić-Zelenović, P.M. Spasojević, Development of RuO₂/TiO₂ titanium anodes and a device for in situ active chlorine generation, Hemijska Industrija, Vol.67 No.2 (2013) 313-321.

5. P.M. Spasojević, M. Zrilić, D.S. Stamenković, S.J. Veličković, The effect of accelerated aging on the mechanical properties of pmma denture base materials modified with itaconates, Hemijska Industrija, Vol.65 No.6 (2011) 707-715.