About Our Section
The IEEE Serbia and Montenegro Section, part of IEEE Region 8, fosters technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity.
Since its foundation in 1971, the Section has been a cornerstone of professional development in the region.
Historical Milestones
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1971
Foundation
June 21st – The IEEE Yugoslav Section was founded as the first IEEE section in a socialist country.
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1992
Regional Reorganization
Following regional changes, the section continued its mission representing members from the central Balkans.
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2005
Serbia and Montenegro Section
Officially renamed to IEEE Serbia and Montenegro Section.
45 Years of Excellence (2016)
Celebrated at the Sava Centar in Belgrade. Led by Prof. Vera Marković, Ph.D., the event hosted guests from Austria, Croatia, Macedonia, and Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Anniversary Celebration
Golden Jubilee
Held on December 22, 2021, at Hotel Moskva, Belgrade. Gathered IEEE Region 8 leadership and university representatives.
After a brief historical overview, the Chair of the Section presented plaques to members and institutions that have contributed to the development of the IEEE Serbia and Montenegro Section. On this occasion, awards were presented to:
- Prof. Dr. Vera Marković,
- Prof. Dr. Nataša Nešković,
- Prof. Dr. Vladimir Katić,
- School of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade,
- Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad,
- Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niš, and
- Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Montenegro.
Past and Present Section Chairs
| Photo | Period | Section Chair | Institution |
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1992 – 2002 | Prof. Djordje Paunović, Ph.D. | University of Belgrade |
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2002 – 2006 | Prof. Ninoslav Stojadinović, Ph.D. | University of Niš |
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2006 – 2010 | Prof. Vladimir Katić, Ph.D. | University of Novi Sad |
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2010 – Feb 2015 | Prof. Nataša Nešković, Ph.D. | University of Belgrade |
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2015 – 2019 | Prof. Vera Marković, Ph.D. | University of Niš |
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2019 – 2023 | Prof. Boris Dumnić, Ph.D. | University of Novi Sad |
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2023 – Present | Asst. Prof. Mladen Koprivica, Ph.D. | University of Belgrade |