Prof. Branka Pilić is a Full Professor at the Department of Materials Engineering, Faculty of Technology, University of Novi Sad, Serbia. She obtained her bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in Synthetic Polymers from the same institution, completing her PhD in 2006. With a distinguished academic career spanning over two decades, Prof. Pilić has become a leading expert in polymer science, focusing on biopolymers, biodegradable and functional materials, and nanofiber technology. Her research explores the development of sustainable polymer-based materials, including active and intelligent packaging, biocomposites with natural additives, and electrospun nanofibers for applications in filtration, medicine, and environmental protection. She leads the Advanced Sustainable Plastic Materials (ASPM) Group at the University of Novi Sad, which emphasizes eco-friendly innovations in materials engineering. Prof. Pilić has authored more than 90 peer-reviewed papers and has participated in numerous national and international research projects, contributing significantly to the advancement of sustainable materials science in Serbia and abroad.