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Developing Solutions to Reduce Waste in Historic City Centres

Jul 23rd 2026

he Ruđer Bošković Institute (RBI) has joined the international FICHO project as a scientific partner. Over the next two years, the project will develop and test waste management models in the UNESCO cities of Šibenik, Mostar and Kotor.

Zeolites Can Transport Charge: New Discovery Paves the Way for Smart and Sustainable Materials

Jun 12th 2026

New research by scientists from the Ruđer Bošković Institute shows that charge transport in zeolites can be tuned by controlling particle size and water content. The findings open new opportunities for exploring their use in sustainable functional materials, for example in sensors and other systems where controlled ion transport is essential. 

Mia Mesić Awarded the L’Oréal–UNESCO “For Women in Science” Fellowship

May 8th 2026

As a Master of Chemistry and an assistant in the Laboratory for the Synthesis of New Materials at the Division of Materials Chemistry of the Ruđer Bošković Institute, Mia studies materials whose significance is not measured by their size, but by their potential to one day find application in more sustainable electronics. In recognition of her work to date and the promise she has shown, she is this year’s recipient of the fellowship awarded through the national L’Oréal–UNESCO “For Women in Science” programme.

Viruses Play Crucial Role in Earth's Methane Cycle

Mar 22nd 2024

In a new study, an international team of researchers, including scientists from the Ruđer Bošković Institute (RBI), has uncovered the critical role of viruses in Earth's methane cycle. Published in Nature Communications, this research signifies a major advancement in environmental science, elucidating the complex interaction between microorganisms, viruses, and greenhouse gases.

Experts on the Application of Ionizing Radiation in Biomedicine

Jun 14th 2019

Successful finish of the four-day workshop on the application of ionizing radiation in biomedicine.

Top World Scientists and Businessmen on Mediterranean Aquaculture Gathered in Split

May 31st 2019

The project focuses on the development of consumer-driven aquaculture production.

Use of ionizing radiation for the protection and conservation of cultural heritage objects

Feb 7th 2018

The book provides an overview of some of the most significant results achieved over ten years.

Upgrading of 60Co Panoramic Irradiation Facility in Croatia

Nov 7th 2013

The Laboratory for Radiation Chemistry and Dosimetry (LRKD) was granted a project by IAEA worth 221,000 euros.