Dr. Nada Ćujić Nikolić | Antibiotic Alternatives | Best Researcher Award
Senior Research Associate | Institute for Medicinal Plants research Dr. Josif Pančić | Serbia
Dr. Nada Ćujić Nikolić, a Senior Research Associate at the Institute for Medicinal Plants Research Dr. Josif Pančić, Belgrade, has established herself as an influential scientist whose research embodies the principles of sustainable development and scientific innovation. Her educational background in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences has laid a foundation for a distinguished career devoted to the formulation and development of natural pharmaceuticals and plant-based products. Through her vast professional experience, Dr. Ćujić Nikolić has contributed to advancing green extraction technologies, microencapsulation, and bioactive compound characterization, all of which intersect strongly with the concept of Antibiotic Alternatives. Her scientific contributions extend across projects focusing on biotechnology, pharmaceutical technology, and sustainable valorization of underutilized resources, ensuring Antibiotic Alternatives remain central to her pursuit of safer, nature-inspired therapeutics. With exceptional research skills in modern analytical methods and formulation science, she has demonstrated leadership in developing innovative herbal products that integrate Antibiotic Alternatives to address growing challenges in microbial resistance. Her numerous Q1 publications and editorial roles reinforce her international recognition in promoting Antibiotic Alternatives through plant-based and eco-friendly methodologies. Acknowledged among the top scientists in Serbia, her awards and editorial positions mirror her dedication to academic excellence and innovation. By continuously transforming bioactive materials into functional, sustainable health products, Dr. Ćujić Nikolić strengthens global awareness about the importance of Antibiotic Alternatives in modern pharmacology and therapeutics. Her pioneering contributions embody scientific integrity, sustainability, and health innovation—upholding the transformative potential of Antibiotic Alternatives. Scopus profile of 1,078 Citations, 25 Documents, 10 h-index.
Featured Publications
1. Janković, T., Mudrić, J., Radojičić, V., Pejić, L., Ćujić Nikolić, N., Marković, S., & Menković, N. (2025). Smoking of Gentiana lutea leaves: Validation of its traditional use. Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis.
2. Constantin, O. E., Lazăr (Mistrianu), S., Stoica, F., Rațu, R. N., Andronoiu, D. G., Stănciuc, N., Banožić, M., Ćujić Nikolić, N., Mutavski, Z., & Râpeanu, G. (2025). Red beetroot skin powder addition as a multifunctional ingredient in nougat. Antioxidants.
3. Mudrić, J., Đekić, L., Krgović, N., Medarević, Đ., Šavikin, K., Radan, M., Ćujić Nikolić, N., Ilić, T., Vidović, B., & Đuriš, J. (2025). Dual-mechanism gastroretentive tablets with encapsulated gentian root extract. Pharmaceutics.
4. Milutinović, M., Ćujić Nikolić, N., Cvetković, T., Šavikin, K., Djordjević, I., Janković Veličković, L., Randjelović, M., Miladinović, B., Branković, S., & Kitić, D. (2024). Chokeberry products and by-products as the potential pharmaceuticals for kidney protection—An experimental study in rats. Plants.
5. Mutavski, Z., Jerković, I., Ćujić Nikolić, N., Radman, S., Flanjak, I., Aladić, K., Šubarić, D., Vulić, J., & Jokić, S. (2024). Comprehensive phytochemical profiling of Ulva lactuca from the Adriatic Sea. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.