Projects

Projects

Multilateral

COST Action CA21113 – Genome Editing to Treat Humans Diseases (GenE-Humdi)
COST Office
2022-2026
Dr. Nina Kostevšek
aProMag: Anisotropic fast PROtotyping of MAGnetic materials
EIT Manufacturing
2023
Prof. Spomenka Kobe
AddMag: Additive manufacturing of permanent magnet materials
ERA-NET
2022-2025
Dr. Benjamin Podmiljšak
OCARINA: Novel recycling and reprocessing of permanent magnets
MSCA IF
2022-2024
Prof. Kristina Žužek
RECO2MAG: Novel grain boundaries engineered resource efficient Nd-Fe-B permanent magnets (PMs)
EIT RawMaterials
2022-2023
Prof. Kristina Žužek Rožman
INSPIRES: INtelligent and Sustainable Processing of Innovative Rare-Earth magnetS
EIT Raw Materials
Proposal Number 20090
2021-2023
Prof. Spomenka Kobe
ATHENA: Implementing gender equality plans to unlock research potential of RPOs and RFOs in Europe&gt
H2020-Swafs
2021-2024
Prof. Spomenka Kobe
PASSENGER: Pilot Action for Securing a Sustainable European Next Generation of Efficient RE-free magnets
H2020-SC5-2020-2
2021-2025
Prof. Kristina Žužek Rožman
ORACLE: Novel Routes and Catalysts for Synthesis of Ammonia as Alternative Renewable Fuel
H2020
2021-2024
Dr. Andraž Kocjan
EUROfusion; HE – EUROfusion; WP18:_MAT_HE-FU
HEU EURATOM
2021-2025
Dr. Petra Jenuš
EUROfusion; HE – EUROfusion; HE – EUROfusion; WP21: PRD-1_HE-FU
HEU EURATOM
2021-2025
Dr. Aljaž Iveković
RECEMENT: Re-generating (raw) materials and end-of-life products for re-use in Cement/Concrete
ERA.MIN2
2019-2022
Prof. Sašo Šturm
SUSMAGPRO: Sustainable Recovery, Reprocessing and Reuse of Rare-Earth Magnets in a Circular Economy
Horizon 2020
2019-2023
Prof. Spomenka Kobe2020_94. SusmagPro
ESTEEM3 – Enabling Science and Technology through European Electron Microscopy
Horizon 2020
2019-2022
Prof. Miran Čeh
LinkedIn
MaXycle: A novel circular economy for sustainable RE-based magnets
ERA.MIN2
2018-2021
Prof. Spomenka Kobe
Cancer Nanomedicine- from the bench to the bedside
Cost Office
2018-2022
Dr. Nina Kostevšek
EUROFusion, Enabling research: Low-activation cemented carbides for high flux applications
Horizon2020
2017-2018
Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič, Dr. Petra Jenuš
EUROFusion, WPMAT: WC and SiC reinforced tungsten
Horizon 2020
2014-2020
Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič, Dr. Petra Jenuš
AMPHIBIAN: Anisometric permanent hybrid magnets based on inexpensive and non-critical materials
H2020-NMBP-2016
EC: Dr. Adrian Quesada, Agencia estatal consejo superior de investigaciones cientificas, Madrid, Spain
2017-2019
Dr. Petra Jenuš
Video
DEMETER: Training Network for the Design Recycling of Rare-Earth Permanent Magnet Motors and Generators in Hybrid and Full Electric Vehicles
H2020-MSCA-ITN-2015
EC: Dr. Koen Binnemans, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
2015-2019
Asst. Prof. Kristina Žužek Rozman
REProMag: Resource Efficient Production of Magnets
H2020-FoF-2014
EC: Dr. Carlo Burkhardt, OBE Ohnmacht & Baumgaertner GmbH & Co.KG, Ispringen, Germany
2015-2017
Dr. Benjamin Podmiljšak
Video
ISO-FOOD: Era Chairs for Isotope Techniques in Food Quality, Safety and Traceability
FP7-REGPOT
EC: Prof. Milena Horvat, Jozef Stefan Institute, Ljubljana, Slovenia
2014-2019
Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič

 

Bilateral

Bilateral Industrial

Spark plasma sintering (SPS) of cost effective rare-earth based permanent magnets for electrical machines

ABB Switzerland Ltd., Corporate Research, Baden Daettwil, Switzerland
2017 – 2020
Prof. Spomenka Kobe

 

Selective laser melting (SLM) and spark plasma sintering (SPS) of cost effective rare-earth based permanent magnets for electricl machines
ABB Switzerland Ltd., Corporate Research, Baden Daettwil, Switzerland
2014 – 2017
Prof. Spomenka Kobe

Bilateral
Tailoring Thermoelectric Properties through Defects Engineering in ZnO Bulk Ceramics
BI-FR/20-21-PROTEUS-006 2020-2021
Francija
Prof. Slavko bernik
Nanostructured Metal Oxide-Based Materials for Applications in Photocatalytic Processes
BI-HR/20-21-017 2020-2021
Sveučilište u Rijeci, Rijeka, Hrvaška
Dr. Matejka Podlogar
Stability via Doping: Experimental and theoretical design of functional oxide ceramics
BI-RS/18-19-26 2018-2019
Institut Za Multidisciplinarna Istraživanja, Beograd, Srbija
Prof. Aleksander Rečnik
Properties of monolithic and composite advanced ceramics obtained by conventional and non-conventional sintering methods
BI-HR/18-19-048, 2018-2019
University of Zagreb, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture
Dr. Petra Jenuš
Functionalized TiO2 nanostructures for photocatalytic and sensoric applications
BI-HR/18-19-041, 2018-2019
Rudjer Bošković Institute, Zagreb
Prof. Miran Čeh
Atomic-scale investigations of twinning and polytypism in natural diamonds
BI-DE/17-19-2, 2017-2019
Ernst Ruska-Centre (ER-C) for Microscopy & Spectroscopy with Electrons, Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Jülich
Prof. Aleksander Rečnik
Advanced electronic ceramics for the sustainable, efficient and safe use of energy
BI-CN/17-18-015, 2017-2018
SICCAS – Chinese Inst. Of Ceramics
Prof. Slavko Bernik
Characterization of structural defects in semiconductor ZnO films grown by atomic layer deposition (ALD)
BI-HU/17-18-003, 2017-2018
Hungarian Academy of Sciences, CER, Institute of Technical Physics and Materials Science, Budapest
Prof. Aleksander Rečnik
Tungsten-based composite for application in fusion power plants
BI-US-17-18-037, 2017-2018
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory PNNL
Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič
Hydrous defects and twinning in silicates
BI-FR-PROTEUS/17-18-007, 2017-2018
Université de Montpellier, Montpellier
Asst. Prof. Nina Daneu
Crystallography, twinning and phase transformations in minerals with aragonite-type structure (CaCO3, SrCO3, BaCO3, PbCO3)
BI-RU/16-18-004, 2016-2018
Sobolev Institute of Geology and Mineralogy SB RAS, Novosibirsk
Prof. Aleksander Rečnik
Crystal and electronic structure of NbS3 phases
BI-RU/16-18-048, 2016-2018
V.A. Kotelnikov Institute of Radioengineering and Electronics of Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow
Prof. Sašo Šturm (Zupanič, F5)
Synthesis of core/shell MgAl2O4 spinel powders for transparent armor and IR applications – CSMASP
BI-TR/16-18-0003, 2016-2018
Anadolu University, Eskisehir, TR
Prof. Slavko Bernik

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    • 0D to 3D ZnO nanostructures for optical, electronic and energy applications
    BI-RS/16-17-053, 2016-2017
    Dr. Danijela Lukovic Golic, Institute for Multidisciplinary Research, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
    Dr. Matejka Podlogar
    Processing of High-performance Zirconia Bioceramics for Dental Application
    BI-HR/16-17, 2016-2017
    Dr. Goran Stefanic, Rudjer Boskovic Institute, Division of Materials Physics, Zagreb, Croatia
    Asst. Prof. Andraž Kocjan
    Investigations of twinning and topotaxial reactions in sulphide minerals
    BI-HR/16-17-029, 2016-2017
    Prof. Aleksander Rečnik
    LIA PACS2: International Associated Laboratory (Push-Pull Alloys and Complex Compounds: From bulk properties to surface functions
    2015-
    CNRS: Prof. Jean-Marie Dubois, Institut Jean Lamour, Nancy, France
    JSI: Prof. Spomenka Kobe    		  
    Advanced methods and technologies for processing of a new generation of ZnO-based varistor ceramics
    2013-2016
    SICCAS – Chinese Inst. Of Ceramics, Shanghai, China
    Asst. Prof. Slavko Bernik
    Structural and Microstructural Engineering of ZnO thermoelectrics (SMEZ)
    BI-FR/15-16-PROTEUS-007, 2015
    Dr. Emmanuel Guilmeau, Universite de Caen, Laboratoire de Cristallographie er Sciences des Materiaux, CRISMAT, Caen, France
    Asst. Prof. Slavko Bernik
    Electron microscopy study of the degradation kinetics of porous bioactive glass based novel drug eluting implants (coating/3D) scaffolds) as a function of hard tissue regeneration for treatment of osteoporotic fractures in elderly patients
    BI-IN/15-17-015, 2015-2017
    Dr. Jui Chakraborty, CSIR – Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute, Kolkata, India
    Asst. Prof. Nina Daneu
    Research of topoaxial reactions in the rutile structured and Al-type minerals at the atomic level
    BI-US/15-16-065, 2015-2016
    Prof. Masahiro Kawasaki, JEOL USA Inc., Peabody, MA, USA
    Asst. Prof. Nina Daneu
    Nucleation and photocatalytic activity of nanoparticles studied in actual liquid environment under transmission electron microscope
    BI-JP/15-17-001, 2015-2017
    Dr. Yuki Kimura, Hokaido University, Sapporo, Japan
    Asst. Prof. Sašo Šturm
    Characterisation of growth features and planar defects in crystal grown under hydrothermal conditions
    BI-RU/14-15-025, 2014-2015
    Dr. Viktor Gabrielevich Thomas, Sobolev Institute of Geology and Mineralogy, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Novosibirsk, Russia
    Asst. Prof. Nina Daneu
    Biomimetic characterisation of bioactive composit scaffolds for bone and osteochondral tissue repair
    BI-RS/14-15-038, 2014-2015
    Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
    Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič
    Development of oxide thermoelectric materials for waste-heat recovery into electricity
    BI-RS/14-15-040, 2014-2015
    Dr. Goran Brankovic, Institute for Multidisciplinary Studies, Univeristy of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
    Prof. Slavko Bernik
    The study of strain in nonstoichiometric perovskites by applying X-ray powder diffraction methods, dilatometry and advanced techniques of electron microscopy
    BI-TR/13-15-001, 2013-2015
    Assist. Prof. Yener Kuru, Anadolu University, Antalya, Turkey
    Asst. Prof. Sašo Šturm
    The study of strain in nonstoichiometric perovskites by applying X-ray powder diffraction methods, dilatometry and advanced techniques of electron microscopy
    BI-TR/13-15-001, 2013 – 2015
    Asst. Prof. Cleva Ow Yang-Gulgun, Sabanci University, Istanbul, Turkey
    Asst. Prof. Sašo Šturm
    CalGad-X
    BI-FR/13-14-PROTEUS-004, 2013 – 2014
    Prof. Jean-Marie Dubois, Institut Jean Lamour, Nancy, France
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Minerals as precursors for advanced technologies
    BI-RS/12-13-019, 2012 – 2013
    Dr. Branko Matovic, Vinca Institute of Nuclear Sciences, Belgrade, Serbia
    Asst. Prof. Nina Daneu
    Experimental and theoretical research of hydrogen absorption in Mg-Zr-Fe-Ni in Ti-Fe-Ni systems
    BI-RS/12-13-044, 2012 – 2013
    Dr. Vasil Koteski, Vinca Institute of Nuclear Sciences, Belgrade, Serbia
    Dr. Andraž Kocjan
    Microstructural analyses of hydrogen storage materials in correlation with desorption properties
    BI-RS/12-13-017, 2012 – 2013
    Dr. Ljiljana Matovic, Vinca Institute of Nuclear Sciences, Belgrade, Serbia
    Asst. Prof. Sašo Šturm
    Electron energy-loss spectroscopy of boron incorporation in strontium aluminate
    BI-TR/11-13-007, 2011 – 2013
    Asst. Prof. Cleva Ow Yang-Gulgun, Sabanci University, Istanbul, Turkey
    Asst. Prof. Sašo Šturm
    Correlation of structure and properties of nanostructured perovskites
    BI-HR/10-11-027, 2010 – 2011
    Rudjer Boskovic Institute, Zagreb, Croatia
    Dr. Sašo Šturm
    Investigation of electrical mobility and dielectric relaxation in bioactive glass
    BI-HR-10-11-002, 2010 – 2011
    Rudjer Boskovic Institute, Zagreb, Croatia
    Asst. Prof. Saša Novak
    Nanofabrication and advanced characterization of functionalised material
    BI-PT/10-11-156, 2010 – 2011
    Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal
    Asst. Prof. Goran Dražić
    Investigating the high temperature reactions between the doped perovskite components of a solid oxide fuel cell
    BI-TR/10-11-005, 2010 – 2011
    Prof. Mehmet Ali Gulgun, Sabanci University, Istanbul, Turkey
    Prof. Miran Čeh
    Advanced methods and technologies for processing of a new generation of ZnO-based varistor ceramics
    BI-CN/09-11-017, 2009 – 2011
    Liaoying Zheng, The Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, China
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Novel magnetocaloric materials for ecological refrigeration
    BI-CN/09-11-009, 2009 – 2011
    Dr. Gaolin Yan, Harbin Institute of Technology, ShenZhen Graduate School, HIT Campus of ShenZhen University Town, XiLi, ShenZhen, China
    Dr. Paul McGuiness
    Nanostructural studies of phase transformations and defect structures in iron oxides and sulphides
    BI-HU/09-10-007, 2009 – 2010
    Dept. of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Pannonia, Veszprem, Hungary
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik
    Nano-crystalline Si as a possible candidate for third generation solar cells
    BI-HR/09-10-053, 2009 – 2010
    Rudjer Boskovic Institute, Zagreb, Croatia
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Development of fusion relevant ceramic matrix composites
    BI-GB/08-007, 2008
    Imperial College London, Department of Materials, London, UK
    Asst. Prof. Saša Novak
    Synthesis and Characterisation of nanostructured catalytic materials
    2008 – 2009
    Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal
    Asst. Prof. Goran Dražić
    ZnO-nanostructures for novel applications
    BI-RS/08-09-015, 2008 – 2009
    Center for Multidisciplinary Studies, Belgrade, Serbia and Monte Negro
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Structural and chemical characterisation of titanate-based nanorods and nanotubes
    BI-CN/07-09-006, 2007 – 2009
    Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China 
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Influence of quantum effects on vibrational properties of nano-crystalline silicon
    BI-HR/07-08-028, 2007 – 2008
    Rudjer Boskovic Institute, Zagreb, Croatia
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Study of remodelling of bone – ceramic interface to assess cell growth kinetics as a function of composition and morphological modification of ceramic implant
    BI-IN//06-08/9, 2006 – 2008
    Prof. Basu Debabrata, Central Glass & Ceramic Research Institute, Calcutta, India
    Dr. Nina Daneu
    Texturing and characterisation of ZnO-based ceramics
    BI-TR/05-08/3, 2005 – 2008
    Prof. Ender Suvaci, Anadolu University, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Eskisehir, Turkey
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Development of single crystalline and electroceramic materials by sintering process
    BI-TR/05-08/2, 2005 – 2008
    Prof. Mehmet Ali Gulgun, Sabanci University, Istanbul, Turkey
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Hydrogen storage in Ni-Ti-Zr-Hf quasicrystals
    BI-HR/06-07/20, 2006 – 2007
    Dr. Masa Rajic Linaric, Brodarski institut, Zagreb, Croatia
    Dr. Paul McGuiness
    Environmental hydrogen-based recycling of Nd-Fe-B magnets
    BI-CN/06-07/08, 2005 – 2009
    Dr. Gaolin Yan, Harbin Institute of Technology, ShenZhen Graduate School, HIT Campus of ShenZhen University Town, XiLi, ShenZhen, China
    Dr. Paul McGuiness
    Electronic ceramics with interface control of electrical properties
    BI-CN/06-07-06, 2005 – 2007
    Dr. Gu Hui, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Fuel storage nano-composites fabricated by pulse laser deposition
    2005 – 2006
    Dr. Evangelia Sarantopolou, The National Hellenic Research Foundation – NHRF, Theoretical and Physical Chemistry Institute, Athens, Greece
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    A hydrogen-storage device for low-cost, environmentally friendly transportation
    PSP 10/2005, 2005
    Prof. Ivor Rex Harris, The University of Birmingham, Materials Science Research Centre, Birmingham, UK
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe, Dr. Paul McGuiness
    Development of varistor ceramics with reduced amount of dopants and improved microstructural and electrical characteristics.
    BI-SCG/05-06/9, 2005 – 2006
    Dr. Zorica Brankovic, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia and Monte Negro
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Precipitation of calcium carbonate in the magnetic field
    2005 – 2006
    Dr. Damir Kralj, Rudjer Boskovic Institute, Zagreb, Croatia
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Investigations of twinning and epitaxial growth in minerals
    BI-US/04-05/5, 2004 – 2005
    Prof. Hans-Joachim Kleebe, Colorado School of Mines, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Dept., Golden, Colorado, USA
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik
    Electron probe microanalysis of ceramic materials – III
    BI-US/04-05/30, 2004 – 2005
    Dr. Ryna Marinenko, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Surface and Microanalysis Science Division (NIST), Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Novel possibilities for processing of ZnO-based varistor ceramics
    BI-PL/04-05/009, 2004 – 2005
    Dr. Witold Mielcarek, Electrotechnical Institute Wroclaw, Wroclaw, Poland
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Orientation imaging microscopy and microanalysis applied to advanced materials
    BI-PL/04-05-010, 2004 – 2005
    Dr. Marek Faryna, Institute of Metallurgy and Materials Sciences, Polish Academy of Science, Krakow, Poland
    Dr. Goran Dražić
    Controlled processing of ZnO-based varistor ceramics
    2004 – 2006
    Prof. Toshiyuki Isshiki, Kyoto Institute of Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Design, Dept. Electronics & Information Science, Kyoto, Japan
    Dr. Nina Daneu
    IMAGE-WARP: Processing of atomic resolution HAADF-STEM images
    2004 – 2006
    Prof. Hiroshi Saijo, Kyoto Institute of Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Design, Dept. Electronics & Information Science, Kyoto, Japan
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik
    Improved materials processing through tailoring the surface characteristics of nano-and micro-sized powder
    BI-PT/04-06-016, 2004 – 2006
    Prof. Jose Maria Ferreira, Universidade de Aveiro, CICECO – Centro de Investigacao em Materiais Ceramicos e Compositos, Aveiro, Portugal
    Dr. Saša Novak
    A hydrogen-storage device for low-cost, environmentally friendly transportation
    BI-GB/04-011, PSP 11/2004, 2004
    Prof. Ivor Rex Harris, The University of Birmingham, Materials Science Research Centre, Birmingham, UK
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe, Dr. Paul McGuiness
    Analysing the interactions of rare-earth transition-metal alloys with hydrogen and nitrogen
    BI-HR/04-05-036, 2004 – 2005
    Dr. Muhamed Suceska, Brodarski Institut, Zagreb, Croatia
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe, Dr. Paul McGuiness
    Energy-filtered transmission electron microscopy (EF-TEM) and high resolution scanning transmission electron microscopy (HR-STEM) of nanoparticles and interfaces in materials
    SI-AT/04-05/19, 2003 – 2005
    Prof. Ferdinand Hofer, Technische Universitaet Graz, Zentrum fuer Elektronenmikroskopie, Graz, Austria 
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Electron microscopy of nanostructures in ceramics
    BI-DE/03-04-012, 2003 – 2004
    Prof. Manfred Ruehle; Max-Planck-Institut Stuttgart fuer Metallforschung, Stuttgart, Germany 
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Nanostructural properties of ZnO-based semiconducting materials and thin films
    BI-DE/03-04-008, 2003 – 2004
    Prof. Werner Mader; Universitaet Bonn, Institut fuer Anorganische Chemie, Bonn, Germany 
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik
    Defect structures in semiconducting thin-films for optoelectronics
    BI-DE/03-04-013, 2003 – 2004
    Prof. Roland Kroeger, Universitaet Bremen, Institut feur Festkoerperphysik, Bremen, Germany
    Dr. Nina Daneu
    Sub-nano analytical electron microscopy of interfaces and planar faults in ceramic materials
    BI-CN/03-04-017, 2003 – 2005
    Dr. Gu Hui, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China 
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Application of short wavelength light technologies in treating historical paper manuscripts against foxing
    GR 4/2003, 2003 – 2005
    Dr. Evangelia Sarantopoulou, The National Hellenic Research Foundation – NHRF, Theoretical and Physical Chemistry Institute, Athens, Greece
    Dr. Goran Dražić
    Fabrication of thin microcrystal films by pulse laser deposition at 157 nm for novel magnetic micro-sensor applications
    GR 6/2003, 2003 – 2005
    Prof. A. C. Cefalas, The National Hellenic Research Foundation – NHRF, Theoretical and Physical Chemistry Institute, Athens, Greece
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Electron microscopy analysis of nano-stuctures in perovskites
    2003 – 2004
    Prof. Susumu Ikeno, Toyama University, Faculty of Engineering, Toyama, Japan 
    Dr. Miran Čeh
    Atomic-resolution HRTEM and HAADF-STEM of mixed oxides
    2003 – 2004
    Prof. Kenji Matsuda, Toyama University, Faculty of Engineering, Toyama, Japan
    Dr. Sašo Šturm
    Cohesive powder fluidization via magnetic excitation
    SLO-US-2001/36, 2001 – 2004
    Prof. James Klausner, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, USA 
    Asst. Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Electron probe microanalysis of ceramic materials – II
    SLO-US-2001/49, 2001 – 2003
    Dr. Ryna Marinenko, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Surface and Microanalysis Science Division (NIST), Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA 
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    PROTEUS – ZnO-based varistors, doped with rare-earth elements
    FR-2000-2, 2000 – 2003
    Prof. Bui Ai, Universite Paul Sabatier de Toulouse III, Laboratoire de Genie Electrique, Toulouse Cedex, France 
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Analytical electron microscopy of interfaces in ceramic materials
    KIT 04-03/2002, 2000 – 2003
    Dr. Gu Hui, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Analysis of grain boundaries in ceramics by HAADF scanning transmission electron microscopy and cathodoluminiscence microscopy
    SLO-JAP-01/03, 2001 – 2003
    Kyoto Institute of Technology, Kyoto, Japan
    Dr. Miran Čeh
    Interfaces in ceramics
    SLO-026-99, SVN 99/026, 1999 – 2002
    Prof. Manfred Ruehle, Max-Planck-Institut fuer Metallforschung, Stuttgart, Germany 
    Dr. Miran Čeh
    Zinc oxide based varistor ceramics
    SLO-021-99, SVN 99/021, 1999 – 2002
    Prof. Werner Mader; Universitaet Bonn, Institut fuer Anorganische Chemie, Bonn, Germany
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik
    Bonded magnets based on RE-TM nanocrystalline powders
    SLO-020-99, SVN 99/020, 1999 – 2002
    Dr. K.-H. Mueller, Dr. Oliver Gutfleisch, IFW Dresden, Institut fuer Festkoerper und Werkstofforschung, Institut fuer Metallische Werkstoffe Dresden, Germany
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe, Dr. Paul McGuiness
    Characterization of planar faults and interfaces on a sub-nanometer scale
    SLO-IZR-2001/04, 2001 – 2002
    Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel 
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik

     

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    Basic & Applied

    Financed by the Slovenian Research Agency
    Nanostructured materials
    P2-0084, National Research Programme (2004-2008, 2009-2014, 2015-2019, 2020-2025)
    Prof. Sašo Šturm
    Ceramics and complementary materials for advanced engineering and biomedical applications
    P2-0087, National Research Programme (2004-2008, 2009-2014, 2015-2018, 2019-2024)
    Asst. Prof. Andraž Kocjan
    Fusion technologies
    P2-0405, National Research Programme (2019-2024)
    Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič (leader: Asst. Prof. Boštjan Končar)

    Started in 2021
    Prediction of the initial stages of electrochemical phase formation by multi-scale modelling and in-situ transmission electron microscopy
    N1-0196, Basic Research (2021-2024)
    Prof. Sašo Šturm
    Development of high performance sensors for detection of persistent and mobile chemicals in the environment (SENSE-PMC)
    J2-3051, Basic Research (2021-2024)
    Dr. Kristina Žagar Soderžnik
    Portable, highly sensitive and selective nanostructured biosensors for viral rapid detection
    Z2-3206, Basic Research- Postdoctoral project(2021-2023)
    Dr. Špela Trafela
    Preclinical and clinical investigations of zirconia dental ceramics fabricated by additive menufactring technologies (ZIRAMDENT)
    J3-3064, Basic Research (2021-2024)
    Dr. Andraž Kocjan

    Started in 2020
    Novel Flow Photoelectrocatalytic Reactors for Degradation of Pharmaceuticals in Waste Water
    L2-2614, Basic Research (2020-2023)
    Prof. Miran Čeh
    Development of rapid radiation-sintering technique for net-shape manufacture of advanced multicomponent Nd-Fe-B permanent magnets with reduced use of critical raw materials
    Z2-2645, Basic Research- Postdoctoral project (2020-2022)
    Dr. Tomaž Tomše
    Degradation of plastics by polyextremotolerant fungi
    J4-2549, Basic Research (2020-2022)
    Dr. Matejka Podlogar (BF)
    Geoblocemic cycle of molybdenum in rocks and sediments
    N1-0164, Basic Research (2020-2022)
    Prof. Sašo Šturm (Rogan)
    Irradiation caries in patients with head and neck cancer: causes and prevention
    J3-2519, Basic Research (2020-2023)
    Dr. Andraž Kocjan (KC)
    Designing the functionality of lead-free ferroelectrics by domain wall engineering
    J2-2497, Basic Research (2020-2023)
    Dr. Matej Andrej Komelj (Benčan)
    Modulation of fruit polyphenolic profile by sustainable postharvest physical treatments
    J7-2595, Basic Research (2020-2023)
    Dr. Anže Abram (UL_KI)
    Advanced 3D cell models: Bridging taken between in vitro and in vivo experimental systems (hep3DGenTox)
    J1-2465, Basic Research (2020-2023)
    Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič (NIB)

    Started in 2019
    Inclusions in grenades from macroscopic to atomic level: opening the etrogenetic archive
    N1-0015, Basic Research (2019-2022)
    Prof. Aleksander Rečnik
    High performance nanostructured acylamide sensors
    J2-1739, Basic Research (2019-2022)
    Dr. Kristina Žagar Soderžnik
    Development of complex shape multicomponent permanent magnets with the use of advanced 3D printing technology
    L2-1829, Basic Research (2019-2022)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe, Dr. Benjamin Podmiljšak
    Degradation of textile microplastic for domestic wastewater treatment
    L2-1830, Basic Research (2019-2022)
    Dr. Matejka Podlogar
    Development of a new reactor concept for microkinetic studies and its use for selective oxidative dhydrogenation of alkanes and methane coupling
    J2-1724, Basic Research (2019-2022)
    Dr. Luka Suhadolnik (Pohar, KI)
    Selective extraction of high value molecules from forest products processing residues in the speciality chemicals sector
    J4-1767, Basic Research (2019-2022)
    Dr. Petra Jenuš (Kutnar, InnoRenew)

    Started in 2018
    Characterization of fractal structures and scale-up parameters in their synthesis
    J2-9440, Basic Research (2018-2021)
    Dr. Matejka Podlogar (Podgornik)
    Towards reliable implementation of monolithic zirconia dental restorations
    J2-9222, Basic Research (2018-2021)
    Asst. Prof. Andraž Kocjan
    Effective recycling of abrasive sludge in the production of Sm2Co17 magnets for a waste-free economy
    L2-9213, Basic Research (2018-2021)
    Asst. Prof. Kristina Žužek Rožman
    Role of estrogens in active brain feminisation; and development of a novel hormone implant, mimicking estrous cycle
    J4-9436, Basic Research (2018-2021)
    Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič (Majdič)
    Nanoscale investigations of diffusion controlled topotaxial phase transformations in rutile-corundum host systems
    J1-9177-2, Basic Research (2018-2021)
    Prof. Aleksander Rečnik (Daneu)
    Development of multifunctional hybrid liposomes for active cancer treatment and multimodal diagnostics
    Z2-9218, Postdoctoral Basic Research (2018-2020)
    Dr. Nina Kostevšek

    Started in 2017
    Catalytically-assisted high efficiency and low-cost nanostructured sensors based on modified screen printed electrodes for analytical chemistry
    J2-8182, Basic Research (2017-2020)
    Asst. Prof. Kristina Žužek Rozman
    W- and WC-based composites for high thermally loaded parts in the fusion demonstration power plant DEMO
    J2-8165, Basic Research (2017-2019)
    Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič
    UV sensors nanoparticles embedded into PA fibres
    L2-8190, Applied Research (2017-2020)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe (Dr. Aleksandra Lobnik)

    Started in 2016
    High-coercivity Nd-Fe-B permanent magnets with minimum amount of heavy rare earths
    Z2-7215, Postdoctoral Basic Research (2016-2017)
    Dr. Marko Soderžnik
    Evaluation of possible harmful effects of nanoparticles and underlying mechanisms – from physico-chemical and in vitro toxicity characterisation to innate immune system activation
    J7-7424, Basic Research (2016-2018)
    Prof. Saša Novak Krmpotič (Dr. Vladimir B. Bregar)
    High-Performance Nanostructured Coatings – breakthrough in concentrated solar power
    J2-7371, Basic Research (2016-2018)
    Asst. Prof. Andraž Kocjan (Dr. Ivan Jerman)

    Started in 2014
    Investigations of initial stages of phase transformations in minerals
    J1-6742, Basic Research (2014-2017)
    Asst. Prof. Nina Daneu
    Bio-responsive magneto-optically coupled nanomaterial-based systems for innovative skin cancer treatments
    J2-6760, Basic Research (2014-2017)
    Asst. Prof. Sašo Šturm
    From the synthesis of metal oxides to the humidity and oxygen prototype nanosensors
    J2-6760, Postdoctoral Basic Research (2014-2016)
    Dr. Kristina Žagar
    Structure and chemical composition study of surfaces and interfaces
    J2-6754, Basic Research (2014-2017)
    Asst. Prof. Aleksander Rečnik (Asst. Prof. Goran Dražić)

    Financed by the Ministry of Education, Science and Sport
    Tridimensional bioactive glass and biopolymer composite
    Fostering Early Stage Researchers (2014-2015)
    Dr. Nataša Drnovšek

    Started in 2011
    High-coercivity Nd-Fe-B bonded magnets for automotive applications
    L2-4097, Applied Research (2011-2015)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Protected permanent magnets for advanced high-temperature applications
    L2-4099, Applied Research (2011-2015)
    Asst. Prof. Paul McGuiness
    Twinning, epitaxy and phase transformations in minerals
    J1-4167, Basic Research (2011-2015)
    Dr. Nina Daneu
    Materials and technologies for applications of ZnO-based thick film varistors and oxide thermoelectrics
    L2-4192, Applied Research (2011-2015)
    Asst. Prof. Slavko Bernik
    Electron microscopy and microanalysis of materials on submicrometer scale
    J2-4237, Basic Research (2011-2015)
    Dr. Zoran Samardžija
    Hydrothermal synthesis of strongly adhered TiO2 photocatalytic coatings on metallic substrates
    J2-4309, Basic Research (2011-2015)
    Asst. Prof. Goran Dražić
    Novel functionalized nanomaterials for applications as nano- or biosensors/actuators/bioresponsive (carrier) systems
    J2-4316, Basic Research (2011-2015)
    Dr. Kristina Žužek Rozman (Dr. Marjan Bele)
    Near-net shape nanoparticle-reinforced polymer-composite for highly loaded advanced mechanical components with superior tribological performance
    J2-4191, Basic Research (2011-2014)
    Asst. Prof. Saša Novak (Prof. Mitjan Kalin)
    Colour, absorption and protective nanolayer coatings for aluminium alloy
    L2-4249, Applied Research (2011-2014)
    Prof. Miran Čeh (Dr. Peter Panjan)
    New metal-based “smart” materials for thermal inscription of digital information
    J1-4070, Basic Research (2011-2104)
    Dr. Andraž Kocjan (Prof. Janez Dolinšek)
    Modification of TiO2 nanoparticle surface: prevention of agglomeration and preservation of intrinsic properties
    L2-4304, Applied Research (2011-2014)
    Asst. Prof. Aleksander Rečnik (Prof. Miran Gaberšček)
    Microbial adhesion management on material surfaces
    L1-4067, Applied Research (2011-2014)
    Asst. Prof. Goran Dražić (Asst. Prof. Klemen Bohinc)
    Development of the model of the system for intelligent support of the selection of suitable powder material when developing sintered products
    L2-4283, Applied Research (2011-2014)
    Asst. Prof. Saša Novak (Dr. Jože Flasker)
    Innovative production systems for vaccines and regenerative medicine
    L4-4277, Applied Research (2011-2014)
    Asst. Prof. Aleksander Rečnik (Dr. Aleš Podgornik)

    Started in 2009
    Exploration and preservation of mineralogical heritage
    L1-2232, Applied Research (2009-2013)
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik

    Started in 2008
    Physics and chemistry of interfaces of nanostructured metallic materials
    L2-0618-0206, Applied Research (2008-2011)
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh

    Started in 2007
    Low-doped ZnO-based ceramics for energy varistors
    L2-9175-0106, Applied Research (2007-2009)
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    The influence of magnetic structure of the materials on the magnetocaloric effect
    J2-9198-0106, Basic Research (2007-2009)
    Dr. Matej Komelj
    Ecotechnological 1D nanomaterials: Synthesis and characterisation of 1D titanate nanomaterials doped with transition metal ions
    J2-9217, Basic Research (2007-2010)
    Dr. Sašo Šturm (Dr. Polona Umek)

    Started in 2005
    Nanostructural engineering of semiconducting materials
    J2-7432-0106, Target Oriented Basic Research (2005-2008)
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik
    Fabrication of novel thin films by pulser-laser ablation with in situ ICP-MS analysis of target plumes for deposition control
    J2-7133-0104, Target Oriented Basic Research (2005-2008)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe (Dr. Johannes Teun Van Elteren)
    A development of low-activation material for the first wall in fusion reactor
    J2-7506-0106, Target Oriented Basic Research (2005-2008)
    Asst. Prof. Saša Novak
    Hard magnetic Co-Pt thin films produced with electrodeposition
    Z2-7438-0106, Post-Doctoral Projekt (2005-2008)
    Dr. Kristina Žužek Rozman
    Research of degradation mechanisms and improvement of properties of metallized film capacitors
    L2-7093-1689, Applied Research (2005-2007)
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh (Dr. Miran Gaberšček)

    Started in 2004
    Layered ceramic nanostructures and 2D nanoparticles arrays
    J2-6705-0106-04, Basic Research (2004-2007)
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Nanostructural investigations of special boundaries in minerals
    Z1-6493-1555-04, Post-Doctoral Project (2004-2006)
    Dr. Nina Daneu
    Qualitative Z-contrast microscopy of functional ceramics
    Z2-6621-0106-04, Post-Doctoral Project (2004-2006)
    Dr. Sašo Šturm
    Application of new technologies to prevent scaling in industrial flow systems
    L2-6540-0106-04, Applied Research (2004-2007)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Rare-earth-transition-metal alloys for high-energy permanent magnets and metal-hydride batteries
    L2-6582-0106-04, Applied Research (2004-2007)
    Dr. Paul McGuiness
    Exploration and preservation of Slovenian mineralogical heritage
    L2-6530-0106-04, Applied Research (2004-2007)
    Dr. Aleksander Recnik
    Development of tissue engineered bone for use in periodontology, traumatology and orthopaedic surgery
    L4-6325-0311-04, Applied Research (2004-2007)
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh

    Financed by Ministry of Defence of the Republic Slovenia
    Development of Graetzl-type photo-electrochemical cells
    R & D project within programme Science for Security and Peace (2004-2006)
    Dr. Goran Dražić

    Financed by the Ministry of Education, Science and Sport of the Republic Slovenia
    NMR measurement of magnetic fields and their biological effects
    J2-2264-0106/01, Basic Research (2001-2003)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Novel permanent magnets for high-temperature applications
    J2-3505-0106/03, Basic Research (2001-2003)
    Dr. Matej Komelj

    Started in 1999
    Powder metallurgy and intermetallic magnets
    P0-0506-0106/03, National Research Programme (1999-2003)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Electron microscopy and microanalysis of materials
    P0-0509-0106/03, National Research Programme (1999-2003)
    Dr. Miran Čeh

    Industrial
    Corrosion protection of magnetic powders to improve their resistivity to liquids at higher temperatures
    Financed by: Kolektor Group, Idrija (2017-2018)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Implementation of surface modification of Nd-Fe-B powders to increase the coercivity of bonded magnets
    Financed by: Kolektor Group, Idrija (2017-2018)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Preliminary study of processing the varistor ceramics using tape casting
    Financed by: KEKO Oprema, Zuzemberk (2017)
    Prof. Slavko Bernik
    Photo(electro)catalytic cleaning of washing machine waste water
    Financed by: Gorenje, Velenje (2017)
    Prof. Miran Čeh
    Analysing the effect of mechanical fatigue of ZrO2 dental root posts
    Financed by: VALL-CER, Ljubljana (2017)
    Asst. Prof. Andraž Kocjan
    Research and development of dental materials
    Financed by: Ustna medicina, Ljubljana (2016-2018)
    Dr. Nataša Drnovšek, Asst. Prof. Andraž Kocjan
    Preparation of microvaristor powder for composites with nonlinear resistivity
    Financed by: RCeNeM Nanovaristor, Ljubljana (2016-2017)
    Asst. Prof. Slavko Bernik
    Microstructural investigations of abrasive materials
    Financed by: Swatycomet, Maribor (2016-2017)
    Dr. Zoran Samardžija
    Current challenges in developing and producing varistors
    Financed by: RCeNeM Nanovaristor, Ljubljana (2015)
    Asst. Prof. Slavko Bernik
    Nanovaristor
    Financed by: RCeNeM Nanovaristor, Ljubljana (2011-2014)
    Asst. Prof. Slavko Bernik
    Multipole magnetization of NdFeB bonded magnets for rotor application
    Financed by: Kolektor KFH (2013-2015)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    The study of self-cleaning and abrasion resisting properties of carbon-, para-aramid- or glass-fibre-based composite materials by applying photocatalytic and/or mechanical resistant nanoparticles

    Financed by: CDT-R, Kropa (2013-2015)
    Asst. Prof. Sašo Šturm
    The surface analysis of composite materials based on reinforced carbon-fibre matrix
    Financed by: CDT-R, Kropa (2012-2013)
    Asst. Prof. Sašo Šturm
    Deposition and testing of photocatalytic TiO2 thin nanoparticle films on various surfaces
    Financed by: RCeNeM Nanomateriali v steklarstvu, Hrastnik (2012)
    Asst. Prof. Goran Dražić
    Hydrothermal synthesis of thin TiO2 layers on glass
    Financed by: RCeNeM Nanomateriali v steklarstvu, Hrastnik (2012)
    Asst. Prof. Goran Dražić
    Materials and technologies for applications of ZnO-based thick film varistors and oxide thermoelectrics
    Financed by: VARSI and ISKRA ZAŠČITE, Ljubljana (2011-2014)
    Asst. Prof. Slavko Bernik
    Protected permanent magnets for advanced high-temperature applications
    Financed by: Magneti, Ljubljana (2011-2014)
    Asst. Prof. Paul McGuiness
    High-coercivity Nd-Fe-B bonded magnets for automotive applications
    Financed by: Kolektor Group d.o.o., Idrija (2011-2014)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    The development of a passive contact-less drive mechanism
    Financed by: Acron, Ljubljana (2011)
    Dr. Kristina Žužek Rozman
    New generation, high-temperature NdFeB magnets
    Financed by: Magneti, Ljubljana (2009 – 2010)
    Dr. Paul McGuiness
    NODISEA: Novel innovative systems for electrical equipment
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2009 – 2011)
    Cofinanced by: Slovenian Technology Agency
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    WISEVAR: Varistors for protection of renewable energy systems
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2009 – 2011)
    Cofinanced by: Slovenian Technology Agency
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Exploration and preservation of mineralogical heritage
    Financed by: Minicipality of Litija, CPM Črna na Koroškem, Idrija Mercury Mine, Idrija, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ljubljana (2009-2012)
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik
    Development of polymer varistors
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2009)
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    VIZIPIN: A safe infrastructure for command and control
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2007 – 2009)
    Cofinanced by: Slovenian Technology Agency
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Low-doped ZnO-based ceramics for energy varistors
    Financed by: VARSI and ISKRA ZAŠČITE, Ljubljana (2007 – 2009)
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Cooling systems based on magneto-caloric effect
    Financed by: PROCOL, Ljubljana (2006 – 2008)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Dual energy varistor for impulse currents
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2005 – 2006)
    Cofinanced by: Ministry of the Economy of the Republic Slovenia
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Rare-earth-transition-metal alloys for high-energy permanent magnets and metal-hydride batteries
    Financed by: Magneti, Ljubljana (2004 – 2007)
    Dr. Paul McGuiness
    Application of new technologies to prevent scaling in industrial flow systems
    Financed by: Termoelektrarna Toplarna, Ljubljana (2004 – 2007)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Exploration and preservation of Slovenian mineralogical heritage
    Financed by: Mežica Lead and Zinc Mine, Mežica; Idrija Mercury Mine, Idrija and Slovenian Museum of National History, Ljubljana (2004 – 2007)
    Dr. Aleksander Rečnik
    Analysis of silicated deposits and new methods of conditioning
    Financed by: Termoelektrarna Toplarna, Ljubljana (2003-2004)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Integrated varistor
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2003 – 2004)
    Cofinanced by: Ministry of the Economy of the Republic Slovenia
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    The study of the influence of the magnetic field on the crystal form of the CaCO3
    Financed by: Termoelektrarna Toplarna, Ljubljana (2003)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    Morphology studies of active substances and pharmaceutical products
    Financed by: LEK, Ljubljana (2002 – 2003)
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Varistors for miniaturised and integrated search-protection devices
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2002 – 2003)
    Cofinanced by: Ministry of the Economy of the Republic Slovenia
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Miniaturisation of the energy varistors for 3 kV voltages
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2001 – 2003)
    Cofinanced by: Ministry of the Economy of the Republic Slovenia
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    VARESTER: Miniaturised high-voltage arrester
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2002)
    Cofinanced by: Ministry of the Economy of the Republic Slovenia
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    EKOVARESTER: ZnO varistor blocks with improved energy characteristics for new generation arresters – with consideration of environment, reliability and stability of electric network
    Financed by: VARSI, Ljubljana (2001 – 2002)
    Cofinanced by: Ministry of the Economy of the Republic Slovenia
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Physical treatment of sanitary and cooling water
    Financed by: Termoelektrarna Toplarna, Ljubljana (1999 – 2002)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe

    Centres of Excellence

    Financed by the Ministry of Education, Science and Sport of the Republic Slovenia from 2010-2013
    Nanocenter – Center of Excellence in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe (Prof. Dragan Mihailović)
    NAMASTE – Advanced materials and technologies for the future
    Prof. Slavko Bernik (Dr. Alenka Rožaj Brvar)

    Financed by Ministry of the Economy and Ministry of High Education, Science and Technology of the Republic Slovenia
    Magnetic materials and intermetallic alloys
    R & D project within Centre of Excellence: Materials for electronics of next generation and other emerging technologies (2004 – 2007)
    Prof. Spomenka Kobe
    New generation of elements and devices for protection against transient surges
    R & D project within Centre of Excellence: Materials for electronics of next generation and other emerging technologies (2004 – 2007)
    Dr. Slavko Bernik
    Characterization on the nanometric scale
    R & D project within Centre of Excellence: Nanosciences and nanotechnologies (2004 – 2006)
    Asst. Prof. Miran Čeh
    Nanostructured surfaces and interfaces
    R & D project within Centre of Excellence: Nanosciences and nanotechnologies (2004 – 2006)
    Asst. Prof. Goran Dražić