Senior research associate at Ruđer Bošković Institute, Croatia
Lidija Androš Dubraja is a distinguished chemist with expertise in the synthesis of new materials, particularly in the fields of ferroelectrics and nanotechnology. Currently serving as a Senior Research Associate at the Ruđer Bošković Institute (RBI) in Croatia, she has a broad and influential research career spanning over a decade. Her work is characterized by a strong focus on the development of advanced materials with potential applications in electronics, energy, and catalysis. Throughout her career, she has led several significant research projects, including international collaborations, and has contributed to the advancement of her field through publications in reputable scientific journals. In addition to her research, she has been involved in organizing scientific conferences and fostering collaboration within the scientific community.
Professional Profile
Education
Lidija Androš Dubraja completed her undergraduate and graduate studies in Chemistry at the University of Zagreb, Croatia, where she earned her diploma in 2008. She continued her academic journey by completing a PhD in Chemistry in 2013 at the same institution. Her doctoral research focused on areas within solid-state chemistry, with a particular emphasis on novel molecular materials. Following her PhD, she pursued postdoctoral research at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany, where she expanded her expertise in the field of nanotechnology. Her educational background laid a strong foundation for her future work in the development of advanced materials, and her training at both Croatian and international institutions has played a key role in shaping her research direction.
Professional Experience
Lidija’s professional career has been marked by steady progression and significant leadership roles at the Ruđer Bošković Institute (RBI), where she has been employed since 2009. She initially worked as a Research Assistant and later as a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Laboratory for Solid-State and Complex Compounds. From 2017 to 2022, she held the position of Research Associate before becoming a Senior Research Associate in 2022. Her research primarily focuses on the synthesis and characterization of metal-organic materials and ferroelectric compounds. In addition to her academic roles, Lidija has also served as a project leader for several significant research grants, including those funded by the Croatian Science Foundation and international partners. Her professional experience reflects a deep commitment to scientific research, innovation, and collaboration within the global scientific community.
Research Interest
Lidija Androš Dubraja’s primary research interests lie in the areas of material science, particularly in the synthesis of new molecular materials and their applications in electronics, energy storage, and catalysis. Her work explores the design and characterization of metal-organic frameworks, ferroelectrics, and nanostructured composites. Lidija is particularly focused on understanding the properties of materials that exhibit ferroelectric polarization and their potential use in advanced electronic devices. Her research also spans areas of nanotechnology, where she investigates the use of nanostructured materials for applications in sensors, energy storage devices, and sustainable energy solutions. Through her innovative research, she aims to contribute to the development of next-generation materials that can address key technological challenges in modern science and industry.
Award and Honor
Lidija Androš Dubraja has received several prestigious awards and honors in recognition of her contributions to the field of chemistry and material science. She has been the recipient of various research grants, including those from the Croatian Science Foundation, the Ministry of Science and Education of Croatia, and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). These funding awards have supported her significant research projects, enabling her to explore cutting-edge topics in materials science and nanotechnology. Additionally, her work has led to multiple international collaborations, strengthening her global research network. Lidija’s achievements in both research and project leadership highlight her scientific excellence and her growing influence in her field. Her leadership in organizing the 4th Mediterranean Conference on the Applications of the Mössbauer Effect further underscores her commitment to advancing scientific exchange and collaboration.
Conclusion
Lidija Androš Dubraja is undoubtedly a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. She has demonstrated a consistent record of high-level academic achievement, impactful research, and leadership in scientific projects. Her work on ferroelectrics and advanced materials is both cutting-edge and highly relevant to contemporary challenges in materials science and nanotechnology. She also shows strong organizational skills and international collaboration. To further solidify her standing, she could work on expanding the citation impact of her publications and increase her engagement with broader scientific and public communities. Nonetheless, her overall contributions to science make her a deserving candidate for the award, and she is well-positioned for continued success in her research career.
Publications Top Noted
- Multifunctionality and size of the chloranilate ligand define the topology of transition metal coordination polymers
- Authors: LA Dubraja, K Molčanov, D Žilić, B Kojić-Prodić, E Wenger
- Year: 2017
- Citations: 38
- Electrochemical tuning of magnetism in ordered mesoporous transition-metal ferrite films for micromagnetic actuation
- Authors: LA Dubraja, C Reitz, L Velasco, R Witte, R Kruk, H Hahn, T Brezesinski
- Year: 2017
- Citations: 30
- Ba4Ta2O9 Oxide Prepared from an Oxalate-Based Molecular Precursor—Characterization and Properties
- Authors: L Andros, M Jurić, J Popović, A Šantić, P Lazić, M Benčina, M Valant, …
- Year: 2013
- Citations: 28
- Supramolecular architectures of novel chromium (III) oxalate complexes: steric effects of the ligand size and building-blocks approach
- Authors: L Androš, M Jurić, K Molčanov, P Planinić
- Year: 2012
- Citations: 23
- Malleable electronic structure of chloranilic acid and its species determined by X-ray charge density studies
- Authors: V Vukovic, K Molčanov, C Jelsch, E Wenger, A Krawczuk, M Juric, …
- Year: 2019
- Citations: 22
- The influence of metal centres on the exchange interaction in heterometallic complexes with oxalate-bridged cations
- Authors: LA Dubraja, M Jurić, F Torić, D Pajić
- Year: 2017
- Citations: 22
- New mononuclear oxalate complexes of copper (II) with 2D and 3D architectures: Synthesis, crystal structures and spectroscopic characterization
- Authors: L Androš, M Jurić, P Planinić, D Žilić, B Rakvin, K Molčanov
- Year: 2010
- Citations: 22
- Spin-coupling in dimers of 2, 3-dicyano-5, 6-dichlorosemiquinone radical anions in the crystalline state
- Authors: K Molčanov, D Babić, B Kojić-Prodić, J Stare, N Maltar-Strmečki, L Androš
- Year: 2014
- Citations: 21
- Dimensionality controlled by light exposure: 1D versus 3D oxalate-bridged [CuFe] coordination polymers based on an [Fe (C 2 O 4) 3] 3− metallotecton
- Authors: L Kanižaj, LA Dubraja, F Torić, D Pajić, K Molčanov, E Wenger, M Jurić
- Year: 2019
- Citations: 20
- Experimental and Theoretical Investigation of the Anti-Ferromagnetic Coupling of CrIII Ions through Diamagnetic −O–NbV–O– Bridges
- Authors: M Juric, L Androš Dubraja, D Pajic, F Toric, A Zorko, A Ozarowski, …
- Year: 2017
- Citations: 18
- Crystal disassembly and reassembly of heterometallic Ni II–Ta V oxalate compounds
- Authors: LA Dubraja, D Matković-Čalogović, P Planinić
- Year: 2015
- Citations: 17
- 1D heterometallic oxalate compounds as precursors for mixed Ca–Cr oxides–synthesis, structures, and magnetic studies
- Authors: L Androš, M Jurić, J Popović, D Pajić, K Zadro, K Molčanov, D Žilić, …
- Year: 2014
- Citations: 17
- A series of compounds containing various (oxalato) tantalate (V) complex anions–synthesis, properties and the mixed-metal oxide formation via thermal decomposition
- Authors: L Androš, D Matković-Čalogović, P Planinić
- Year: 2013
- Citations: 17
- Magnetic anisotropy of Cr (III) ions in polymeric oxalate complexes as revealed by HF-ESR spectroscopy
- Authors: D Žilić, L Androš, Y Krupskaya, V Kataev, B Büchner
- Year: 2015
- Citations: 16
- Magneto-structural correlations in oxalate-bridged Sr (II) Cr (III) coordination polymers: structure, magnetization, X-band, and high-field ESR studies
- Authors: LA Dubraja, M Jurić, J Popović, D Pajić, Y Krupskaya, V Kataev, …
- Year: 2018
- Citations: 15
