Plenary Lectures

IOC 2026

Prof. Stefano Utili
Newcastle University and OptimalSlope Ltd, UK

Lecture title: Topological optimisation of slopes: good for the environment and good for mining profitability. Demonstration through case studies of large open pit mines

Short biography

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Srećko Stopić
Technical University in Aachen, GERMANY

Lecture title: Synthesis of metallic powders

Short biography

Jelena I. Mičev
Institute of Nuclear Sciences “Vinča”, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, SERBIA

Lecture title: Enhancing CBRNE Research, Innovation and Talent Development through the Horizon Europe Projects SPARKUP and GROUNDUP

Short biography

Dr Daniel Kržanović
Mining and Metallurgy Institute Bor, SERBIA

Lecture title: Optimizing the long-term development of the Majdanpek Copper Mine through mining capacity analysis and ore reserve management scenarios

Short biography