Medical Faculty Researchers Achieve Remarkable Success at the 12th Conference of the European Section of the International Academy of Cardiovascular Sciences (IACS-ES 2026) in Zagreb

Young researchers from the Center for Biomedical Research at the Faculty of Medicine,
University of Banja Luka, led by Professor Ranko Škrbić, PhD, participated in the 12th
Conference of the European Section of the International Academy of Cardiovascular Sciences,
held in Zagreb.

During the conference, the results of their scientific research were presented through 11 poster
presentations and one oral presentation. The quality and significance of the research were also
recognised through prestigious awards. Aneta Stojmenovski received the “Milosav Kostić
Award” for her poster presentation, while Đorđe Đukanović received the “Roberto Bolli Young
Investigator Award” for his oral presentation, an award intended for young researchers.

In addition to the presentations by young researchers, professors Ranko Škrbić, Miloš P.
Stojiljković, and Relja Šuručić delivered expert lectures, contributing to the exchange of
scientific knowledge and experience with the international scientific community.

A significant honour was awarded to Professor Ranko Škrbić, PhD, who received the prestigious
“Norman Alpert Award for Established Investigators in Cardiovascular Sciences” in recognition
of his scientific contributions to the field of cardiovascular sciences.

The research presented attracted the interest of conference participants and provided
opportunities for professional discussions and new collaborations. These achievements and
awards represent significant recognition of the quality of the scientific research conducted by the
Center for Biomedical Research, as well as the Faculty of Medicine’s commitment to developing
young scientists and strengthening its international scientific reputation.