Posts by Uros
Forgotten Fruit – Her Majesty, the Medlar
Forgotten Fruit – Her Majesty, the Medlar Have you recently seen medlars in markets or grocery stores? Have you ever tried them? Nowadays, we often come across avocados, lychees, and mangoes, but medlars have been completely forgotten! The medlar (Mespilus) belongs to the family Rosaceae (the rose family) and is closely related to the hawthorn.…
Read MoreThe Institute of Physics Belgrade
The Institute of Physics in Belgrade, as an institution of national importance for the Republic of Serbia, is a leading scientific research center for physics and related fields. The Institute conducts research on the fundamental mechanisms of nature, which are of priority significance for the scientific, educational, cultural, and overall socio-economic development of the Republic of Serbia.
Read MoreFrom ice ages to the stars: Milanković’s Enduring Legacy
From ice ages to the stars: Milanković’s Enduring Legacy Milutin Milanković (1879–1958) was a Serbian mathematician, astronomer, climatologist, and engineer whose work significantly contributed to our understanding of climate change and planetary climatology. Born in Dalj, Austro-Hungary, he studied civil engineering at the Technical University of Vienna, where he earned his doctorate in 1904. He…
Read MoreMihajlo Pupin: A Trailblazer in Science and Society
Mihajlo Pupin: A Trailblazer in Science and Society Mihajlo Pupin, a pioneer of telecommunications and a symbol of Serbian ingenuity, was a man of extraordinary achievements. Born in Idvor, Banat, in 1858, Pupin’s life epitomized the power of perseverance and education. His mother’s encouragement to embrace knowledge became the cornerstone of his success, driving him…
Read MoreNikola Tesla – A Visionary Genius
Nikola Tesla – A Visionary Genius Few individuals in history have left a legacy as profound as Nikola Tesla, whose groundbreaking contributions to science and technology continue to shape our everyday lives. Born in 1856 in Smiljan, Tesla grew up in a time of great change and innovation. From an early age, he exhibited an…
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