MEMBERSHIP IN SCIENTIFIC AND PROFESSIONAL COMMITTEES AND ORGANIZATIONS

1. [2022–2023] Member of the Committee for Science, Art, and International Cooperation of the University of Zagreb

2. [2021–2023] Vice President for Higher Education, Area Scientific Council for Biotechnical Sciences, National Council for Science, Higher Education and Technological Development

3. [2020–2021] Member of the Crisis Headquarters of the University of Zagreb regarding nCoV disease (COVID-19)

4. [2019–2023] Dean of the Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology (PBF)

5. [2019–2023] Member of the Senate of the University of Zagreb

6. [2019–2022] Member of the Rector's Board in an expanded composition

7. [2018–2020] Member of the Thematic Innovation Council for Food and Bioeconomy

8. [2018] Committee for Internal and External Independent Periodic Review of Quality Assurance System (AUDIT)

9. [2018–2021] Member of the Management Board of the Croatian Competitiveness Cluster for the Food Processing Sector

10. [2017–present] Associate Member in the Department of Bioprocess Engineering, Croatian Academy of Engineering

11. [2017–2021] Member of the Mayor's Advisory Council for the City of Knin

12. [2017–2021] Member of the Committee for Establishing Criteria and Confirming Academic Appointments of the Council for the Biotechnical Area

13. [2017–2019] Deputy Chair of the Council for the Biotechnical Area

14. [2016] Committee for the Re-accreditation of Doctoral Studies at PBF

15. [2015–2023] Member of the Committee for Entrance Examination Preparation

16. [2015–2019] Deputy Member of the Senate of the University of Zagreb

17. [2015–2019] Vice-Dean for Science

18. [2014–2021] Member of the Committee for Postgraduate Specialist Programmes of the University of Zagreb

19. [2014–2020] Chair of the Committee for Drafting the Strategic Scientific Research Programme of PBF

20. [2014] Member of PANEL 2 for Biotechnical Sciences for the evaluation of project proposals submitted to the Croatian Science Foundation's "Research Projects" and "Installation Research Projects" calls

21. [2014–2021] Member of the Croatian Competitiveness Cluster for the Food Processing Sector

22. [2013, 2019] Committee for the Re-accreditation of PBF

23. [2013] Member of the Council for Rural Development of the Ministry of Agriculture for drafting the Rural Development Programme of the Republic of Croatia 2014–2020

24. [2013] Member of the Committee for Drafting the Ordinance on Assistance to the Commission and Cooperation between the Commission and the Republic of Croatia through Scientific Testing in the Field of Food

25. [2013–2023] Member of the Council for the Biotechnical Area, University of Zagreb

26. [2013–2023] Member of the Council for the Biotechnical Area, University of Zagreb

27. [2012–present] Deputy Head of the Laboratory for General Microbiology and Food Microbiology

28. [2011–2015] Vice-Dean for Scientific Research at PBF

29. [2011–2012] Committee for Scientific Research at PBF

30. [2010–2011] Committee for Master's Theses at PBF

31. [2008–2011] Committee for Academic Affairs at PBF

MEMBERSHIP IN ORGANIZING AND SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEES

1. [2019] Member of the Organizing Committee, Power of Microbes in Industry and Environment, Sv. Martin na Muri, Croatia, May 15–18, 2019

2. [2018] Member of the Scientific Committee, 9th International Congress of Food Technologists, Biotechnologists and Nutritionists, Zagreb, Croatia, October 3–5, 2018

3. [2018] Member of the Organizing Committee, 2nd International Congress on Food Safety and Quality, Opatija, Croatia, November 13–16, 2018

4. [2018] Member of the Organizing Committee, International Scientific and Expert Conference Natural Resources, Green Technology and Sustainable Development 3: GREEN, Zagreb, Croatia, June 5–8, 2018

5. [2017] Member of the Scientific and Organizing Committee, European Biotechnology Congress, Dubrovnik, Croatia, May 25–27, 2017

6. [2016] Member of the Scientific Committee, 51st Croatian and 11th International Symposium on Agriculture, Opatija, Croatia, February 15–18, 2016

7. [2016] Member of the Organizing Committee, Power of Microbes in Industry and Environment, Krk, Croatia, September 28 – October 1, 2016

8. [2016] Member of the Scientific Committee, International Scientific and Expert Conference Natural Resources, Green Technology and Sustainable Development 2: GREEN, Zagreb, Croatia, October 5–7, 2016

9. [2015] Member of the Scientific Committee, 50th Croatian and 10th International Symposium on Agriculture, Opatija, Croatia, February 16–20, 2015

10. [2014] Chair of the Scientific Committee, 8th International Congress of Food Technologists, Biotechnologists and Nutritionists, Opatija, Croatia, September 20–23, 2014

11. [2014] Member of the Executive Committee, 8th International Congress of Food Technologists, Biotechnologists and Nutritionists, Opatija, Croatia, September 20–23, 2014

12. [2014] Member of the Scientific Board of EBTNA in Croatia

13. [2013] Member of the Organizing Committee, Secretary of the International Scientific Conference Central European Symposium on Industrial Microbiology and Microbial Ecology, 4th Power of Microbes in Industry and Environment, Primošten, Croatia, October 7–12, 2013

14. [2012] Member of the Organizing Committee, 5th Croatian Microbiological Congress, Primošten, Croatia, September 26–30, 2012

15. [2010] Member of the Organizing Committee, Secretary of the International Scientific Conference Central European Symposium on Industrial Microbiology and Microbial Ecology, 3rd Power of Microbes in Industry and Environment, Malinska, Croatia, September 22–25, 2010

EDITORIAL ROLES IN JOURNALS

1. [2023] Guest Editor of the Special Issue Microorganisms in Functional Foods, Microorganisms, MDPI

2. [2023] Lead Guest Editor of the Special Issue Lactobacillus as a Biotechnological Tool to Improve Food Quality and Human Health, Foods

3. [2016–2024] Editor-in-Chief of the Croatian Journal of Food Technology, Biotechnology and Nutrition

4. [2014–2016] Deputy Editor-in-Chief and Executive Editor of the Croatian Journal of Food Technology, Biotechnology and Nutrition

5. [2013] Member of the Editorial Board of the scientific journal Journal of Biochemistry Research and Review

6. [2013] Member of the Editorial Board of the scientific journal International Journal of Sanitary Engineering Research

7. [2012–2019] Member of the Editorial Board of the scientific journal Veterinarska stanica

8. [2012–2014] Member of the Editorial Board of the scientific journal Croatian Journal of Food Technology, Biotechnology and Nutrition

POPULARIZATION OF SCIENCE:

1. [12.11.2023] International Scientific and Professional Conference "Sport and Health", Svakodnevnica OTV, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbiljB-8PkQ 

2. [21.09.2022] Good Morning, Croatia - Functional Food, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQGRgeRUDbU 

3. [16.03.2022] PBF Panel - Transfer of Innovations and Technologies to the Economy, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrwkhHRyu6k 

4. [14.02.2022] Presentation of New Products and Microorganism Collection "Bank of Indigenous Starter Cultures", https://magazin.hrt.hr/znanost-tehnologija/na-pbf-u-banka-autohtonih-starter-kultura-mogu-mijenjati-kvalitetu-zivota-6757463 

5. [2022] Presentation of the project "Integrated System of Farming Alternative Bivalve Species under Climate Change Conditions", https://mojzagreb.info/zagreb/va%C5%BEne-mjere-za-prilagodbu-klimatskim-promjenama-u-sektoru-marikulture-projekt-eu-i-prehrambeno-biotehnolo%C5%A1kog-fakulteta-iz-zagreba , http://skoljkasi.pbf.hr/?page_id=7 

6. [16.03.2022] Panel: Presentation of Scientific and Research Potential of PBF and Transfer of Innovations and Technologies to the Economy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmFxzU2QRH4, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrwkhHRyu6k

7. [19.05.2021] "Faculty Days of the Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology in Zagreb", https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25IkVXVVGPY 

8. [18.05.2020] Guest appearance on Z1, "University Zagreb – Development of Agriculture, Food and Wood Industry After the Crisis", https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdLI6RE2Ggw 

9. [11.05.2020] Guest appearance on Z1, "University Zagreb – Crisis Economy and Economic Development After the Crisis", https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmSC5bIqRx0 

10. [04.05.2020] Guest appearance on Z1, "University Zagreb – Fighting Coronavirus Through Nutrition", https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4IGC-eMuJU&t=850s 

11. [20.06.2016] Laboratory Collaborators: J. Frece, K. Markov, I. Čanak, Ž. Jakopović: "We Interrupt the Program Due To... Science", Education and Science Department of HTV, HRT3, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNhc1VTHp64 

12. [07.12.2015] "Scientific Concentrate" of the Third Programme of Croatian Radio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0vXz-vhRr4&cbrd=1 

13. [27.11.2015] Guest appearance on HRT1, "Scientific Circles: Indigenous Starter Cultures", https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnqBZWLMBKw 

14. [29.10.2015] Guest appearance at HRT Education and Science Department, radio show "From the World of Science" on Radio Sljeme, https://consent.youtube.com/m?continue=https://www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3D9hBS3rzs3IE%26cbrd%3D1&gl=HR&m=0&pc=yt&hl=en&src=1

15. [09.04.2015] Guest appearance on HRT3, "The Third Element: Good Bacteria", https://consent.youtube.com/m?continue=https://www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DH9tR8nBk4Pc%26cbrd%3D1&gl=HR&m=0&pc=yt&hl=en&src=1

ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS

• Croatian Microbiological Society
• Croatian Society for Biotechnology
• Croatian Society of Food Technologists, Biotechnologists and Nutritionists Croatian
• Dairy Union

PUBLISHED BOOKS AND MANUALS

University Textbooks and Manuals:

1. A. Bebek Markovinović, P. Putni, D. Kostelac, J. Frece, D. Bursać Kovačević: Application of Additive 3D Printing Technology in the Production of Innovative Functional Products Based on Food Processing By-products, In: Some Possibilities of Utilizing Food Industry By-products, editors: Prof. Dr. Sc. Drago Šubarić, Prof. Emer. Dr. Sc. Midhat Jašić, Prof. Dr. Sc. Stela Jokić, University of Osijek (2024), pp. 77-109. (university textbook)

2. K. Markov, J. Pleadin, Ž. Jakopović, M. Zadravec, J. Frece: Molds – Selected Characteristics, Isolation, and Identification, Markov, Ksenija (ed.). Zagreb: Croatian Veterinary Institute, 2022.

3. J. Pleadin, M. Zadravec, T. Lešić, A. Vulić, N. Vahčić, N. Kudumija, J. Frece, K. Markov: Ochratoxin A contamination of traditional dry-cured meat products, In: Ochratoxin A and aflatoxin B1 – New Research, R. Hess (ed.), New York, Nova Science Publishers, Inc. (2020), pp. 31-66. (book chapter)

4. J. Frece, K. Markov, I. Čanak, Ž. Jakopović, D. Kostelac: Fermented Food: Microbiology and Starter Cultures, A. Zorko (ed.), University North, Digital Publishing Center, Trg dr. Žarka Dolinara 1, 48 000, Koprivnica (2020), pp. 1-97. (university textbook)

5. J. Pleadin, J. Frece, K. Markov: Mycotoxins in Food and feed, In: Advances in Food and Nutrition Research, volume 89, Toldra Fidel (ed.), Elsevier (2019), pp. 297-345. (book chapter)

6. J. Frece, D. Kostelac, M. Vrdoljak, I. Čanak, Ž. Jakopović, M. Jelić, K. Markov: Traditional Cheese Maturing in Lambskin Sacks from Dalmatian Region, In: Current Developments in Food and Nutrition Research Vol. 1 - Traditional Cheeses from Selected Regions in Asia, Europe, and South America, A.C. Oluk, O.B. Karaca (ed.), e-book: Bentham Science (2019), pp. 71-83. (book chapter)

7. S. Zjalić, J. Frece, M. Pavlović, Ž. Jakopović, K. Markov: Risk Assessment of Wine Contamination with Ochratoxin A, Textbook of the University of Zadar and Zagreb, Ministry of Agriculture Council for Research in Agriculture (2018), pp. 1-48. (university textbook)

8. K. Markov, J. Frece: Food Safety: Microbiological/Infectiological Aspects, In: Nutrition in General and Clinical Pediatrics, S. Kolaček, I. Hojsak, T. Niseteo (eds.), Textbook of the University of Zagreb (2017), pp. 113-121. (textbook chapter)

9. K. Markov, J. Frece: Microscopic Preparations and Staining Procedures, In: Laboratory Manual for General Microbiology, D. Hajsig and F. Delaš (eds.), Textbook of the University of Zagreb, Croatian Microbiological Society (2016), pp. 35-50. (textbook chapter)

10. K. Markov, J. Frece: Determination of Physiological Characteristics of Bacteria, In: Laboratory Manual for General Microbiology, D. Hajsig and F. Delaš (eds.), Textbook of the University of Zagreb, Croatian Microbiological Society (2016), pp. 59-74. (textbook chapter)

11. J. Frece, K. Markov: Autochthonous starter cultures, In: Fermented Meat Products: Health Aspects, N. Zdolec (ed.), In Book series: Food biology, R.C. Ray (ed.), CRC Taylor & Francis (2016), pp. 270-293. (book chapter)

12. J. Frece, K. Markov: Introduction to Microbiology and Physico-Chemical Analysis of Water, A. Krulec (ed.), Institute of Food Safety and Environmental Health, Zaloška cesta 155, SI-1000 Ljubljana (2015), pp. 1-128. (book)

13. N. Knežević, N. Puhač Bogadi, J. Frece: Food Safety in International Trade, In: Introduction to Food Safety, I. Babić and J. Đugum (eds.), Institute of Food Safety and Environmental Health, Zaloška cesta 155, SI-1000 Ljubljana (2014), pp. 281-295. (book chapter)

14. J. Pleadin, K. Markov, J. Frece, A. Vulić, N. Perši: Bio-Prevalence, Determination and Reduction of Aflatoxin B1 in Cereals, In: Aflatoxins: Food Sources, Occurrence and Toxicological Effects, A.G. Faulkner (ed.). USA, Nova Science Publishers (2014), pp. 1-34. (book chapter)

15. J. Frece, K. Markov: Microbiological Criteria, In: Introduction to Food Safety, I. Babić and J. Đugum (eds.), Institute of Food Safety and Environmental Health, Zaloška cesta 155, SI-1000 Ljubljana (2014), pp. 173-184. (book chapter)

16. J. Šušković, B. Kos, J. Frece, J. Beganović, A. Leboš Pavunc: Intestinal Microflora, Nutrition, and Health, In: The Importance of Nutrition in Disease Prevention and Treatment, Manual for Continuing Medical Education, Post-graduate 1st Category Course, I. Delaš and M. Čačić Hribljan (eds.), Medicinska naklada, Zagreb (2009), pp. 17-25. (book chapter)

17. J. Frece, J. Šušković, B. Kos, J. Beganović: Immunomodulatory effect of probiotic strain L. acidophilus M92 in mice, In: Immunomodulatory drugs, Z. Kniewald (ed.), Zagreb, Medicinska naklada, Croatian Society of Biotechnology (2005), pp. 153-165. (book chapter)

Course Scripts:

1. F. Delaš, K. Markov, J. Frece: Microbiology, Internal Script for Student Practicum, University of Zagreb Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology, 2013.

2. J. Šušković, B. Kos, J. Frece: Biotechnological Production of Medicines and Specific Chemicals, Laboratory Exercises, Program 2, acad. year 2004/2005, University of Zagreb Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology (internal script).

3. J. Šušković, B. Kos, J. Frece: Enzyme Production and Enzyme Engineering, Laboratory Exercises, acad. year 2004/2005, Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology, University of Zagreb (internal script).

Professional Books:

1. [2016] Student Guide in the Field of Nutrition, published under the auspices of the Erasmus + project “Let’s make it better! Raising the awareness of the triad nutrition-health-food safety in school education!” (Contract 2014-1-RO01-KA200-002931), pp. 1-73.

2. [2016] Student Guide in the Field of Food Safety, published under the auspices of the Erasmus + project “Let’s make it better! Raising the awareness of the triad nutrition-health-food safety in school education” (Contract 2014-1-RO01-KA200-002931), pp. 1-37.

3. [2016] Guidelines for Food and Nutrition Education in Schools, published under the auspices of the Erasmus + project “Let’s make it better! Raising the awareness of the triad nutrition-health-food safety in school education” (Contract 2014-1-RO01-KA200-002931), pp. 1-62.

Editor of Books:

1. Monograph of the 60th Anniversary of the Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology, University of Zagreb (2016)

1. [2025–2029] Institutional Project of the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Juraj Dobrila University of Pula, Algae Extracts for Dermo-Cosmetic Applications (ALGADERM) (collaborator)

2. [2025–2029] Institutional Project, Evaluation of Alternative Sources of Bioactive Compounds and Proteins (BioAlter) (collaborator)

3. [02.01.2023–03.09.2023] Organization of Master's Study in Circular Economy and Bioeconomy (AMOCEAB) (collaborator)

4. [2020–2024] CSF, Hurdle Technology and 3D Printing for Environmentally Friendly Production of Functional Fruit Juices (collaborator)

5. [2020–2023] Integrated Farming System for Alternative Bivalve Species under Climate Change Conditions, project funded by EU funds (KK.05.1.1.02.0012) (project leader)

6. [2020] University of Zagreb Support, Antitumor Activity of Selected Lactic Acid Bacteria Strains (project leader)

7. [2019–2022] Development of Lifelong Learning Programs in Food Technology, Biotechnology, and Nutrition Applying the CROQF (collaborator)

8. [2019] University of Zagreb Support, Multilayer Microencapsulation of Selected Probiotic Lactic Acid Bacteria Strains (project leader)

9. [2018] University of Zagreb Support, Development of Marinade with the Addition of Functional Culture L. plantarum O1 for Biopreservation of Aquaculture Products (project leader)

10. [2017–2021] CSF, Application of High Hydrostatic Pressure in the Production of Functional Fruit and Vegetable Juices (collaborator)

11. [2017–2019] CSF, Innovative Procedures for Removing AFM1 from Milk using Biofixatives (collaborator)

12. [2017] University of Zagreb Support, Biopreservation of Bivalves Using Probiotic Culture L. plantarum O1 (project leader)

13. [2016–2017] Šibenik-Knin County Project: Support for Research Projects in the Agricultural Sector, Developmental Cooperation of Scientific Institutions and Local Milk and Whey Producers in Rural Development – Microbiological Safety of Products (collaborator)

14. [2016] University of Zagreb Support, Biopreservation of Aquaculture Products (project leader)

15. [2015–2017] VIP, Risk Assessment of Contamination in Red Wines of Zadar County (collaborator) 16. [2015–2016] Projects Funded by EU Structural Funds and Cohesion Fund (HR.3.1.20-0038), Strengthening Grammar School Education through Implementation of Curricular Reform in STEM and ICT Areas (project leader/partner coordinator)

17. [2015] University of Zagreb Support, Application of Indigenous Probiotic Cultures to Improve Microbiological and Sensory Properties of Cheese from Sheepskin (sir iz mišine) (project leader)

18. [2015] HAH, Mycotoxins in Cocoa-Based Products (collaborator)

19. [2014–2016] EU, Erasmus + KA2 – Cooperation and Innovation for Good Practices entitled: “Let's make it better! Raising the awareness of triad nutrition-health-food safety in school education” (collaborator)

20. [2014–2015] PoC, Application of Biological Methods for Preservation of Aquaculture Products – an Ecological Way to Increase Safety and Sustainability (collaborator)

21. [2013–2015] CSF, Application of Vacuum Cooling in the Production of Food with Extended Shelf Life and Freshness (collaborator)

22. [2013] HAH, Aflatoxin M1 in Raw Milk and Milk-Based Products in the Republic of Croatia (collaborator)

23. [2012] HAH, Listeria monocytogenes and Other Contaminants in Domestically Produced Cottage Cheese and Cream in the Republic of Croatia (project leader)

24. [2007] MSES RC (MZT0582261-2246), Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Functional Starter Cultures (collaborator)

25. [2002–2006] MST RC (MZT RH 0058009), The Role of Lactic Acid Bacteria in the Synbiotic Effect (collaborator)

26. [1999–2002] MST RC (MZT 0058403), Probiotic Activity of Lactic Acid Bacteria (collaborator)

LEADER OF INDUSTRY COOPERATION

1. [2025] Head of Cooperation with JGL, for Testing the Accuracy of Declarations of Commercial Probiotic Preparations

2. [2019] Head of Cooperation with Cromaris, for Biopreservation of Fish Fillets

3. [2017] Head of Cooperation with Medelto d.o.o. for Toothpaste Production and Testing of Probiotic Strains

4. [2014] Head of Cooperation with Lub d.o.o., Split, for Production and Placement of Indigenous Dairy Cultures

5. [2013] Head of Cooperation/Commercialization with PPK Karlovac Meat Industry d.d. (Pivac), through Pilot Production of 5 Different Fermented Sausages (zimska, čajna, srijemska, bečka, kulenova seka) Using Indigenous Functional Starter Cultures

CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS

1. [2010] I. Mijatović, J. Ćurko, M. Matošić, H. Korajlija Jakopović, J. Frece, and V. Crnek, Conceptual Design of Winery Wastewater Treatment, ATC d.o.o., Koreniki 86, Umag.

2. [2010] I. Mijatović, J. Ćurko, M. Matošić, J. Frece, H. Korajlija Jakopović, and V. Crnek, Conceptual Technological Design of Water Treatment, Studenac, Lipik.

1. [1995/1996] Rector's Award for Best Student Papers

2. [1999] Biotechnical Foundation Support of the Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology for achievements in biotechnical sciences with potential application in the Republic of Croatia

3. [2004] Biotechnical Foundation Support of the Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology for achievements in biotechnical sciences with potential application in the Republic of Croatia

4. [2007] First Award of the Association of Polish Inventors and Rationalizers at the 5th International Exhibition of Inventions, New Ideas, Products and Technologies ARCA, Zagreb, Croatia

5. [2014] Winner of the Annual National Science Award for the application of scientific research results (Parliament of the Republic of Croatia)

6. [2017] 3rd Award for Best Poster titled "Application of L. plantarum O1 Producer of Plantaricin in Biopreservation of Aquatic Food Products" (I. Čanak, A. Gavrilović, K. Markov, J. Jug-Dujaković, Ž. Jakopović, E. Melvan, A. Starčević, J. Frece, Eurobiotech 2017, Dubrovnik, May 25–27, 2017)

7. [2021] Gold Medal at the 19th International Exhibition of Inventions ARCA 2021

8. [2021] Special Recognition for Health Significance of Innovation, Bjelovar Innovation Salon

9. [2021] Annual Award "Rikard Podhorsky" for 2021, Croatian Academy of Engineering

PATENTS

1. Patent P2013089A2: “Formulation of a Bacterial Starter Culture for the Production of Fermented Sausages and Their Use”, J. Frece, D. Kovačević, K. Markov (August 15, 2014) The Croatian Intellectual Property Gazette 17/2014.

2. Patent P20130569A: “Use of Probiotic Culture Lactobacillus plantarum 1K for the Production of Functional Food”, J. Frece, D. Kovačević, K. Markov (October 9, 2014) The Croatian Intellectual Property Gazette 1/2015 (January 2, 2015).

3. Patent P20151411A: “Formulation, Preparation Process, and Use of Bitter Orange Marinade with Lactobacillus plantarum O1 for Preservation of Fish and Seafood”, J. Frece, A. Gavrilović, K. Markov, J. Jug-Dujaković HR - The Croatian Intellectual Property Gazette 24, 13/2017 (June 20, 2017).