2024/25

Maria is currently pursuing an MPhil in Data Intensive Science. Previously, she obtained a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Belgrade's School of Electrical Engineering.

Her journey into the world of research began with a deep curiosity and ambition for math, science, and technical subjects. Throughout her academic journey, she sought practical experience through internships at places like the Max-Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence, where se worked on a project related to finding correlations between neurons in the auditory cortex. She also gained experience within the biomedical department at her university, where she researched Alzheimer's disease recognition. Additionally, she had the opportunity to intern at New Enterprise Associates and try herself in the role of data analyst. It was during these experiences that she realized what tied all of them together: her fascination with uncovering hidden insights within data. As a result, her next step was embarking on an MPhil in Data Intensive Science at the University of Cambridge, where she primarily focuses on the analysis and machine learning of medical imaging data.

Engaging in initiatives that provide free education and promote community welfare is incredibly important to her. Through her volunteer work with the Science Engineering Centre PFE, she helped organize events and camps, create promotional materials, lead lectures, and hold workshops. She also collaborates with experts and mentors students on year-long projects, guiding both their practical work and scientific writing.

Maria is eager to return to Serbia and give back to the community by teaching and doing research. Through diverse initiatives, she hopes to create a supportive environment that encourages young minds to explore the exciting possibilities within science and technology.

Outside of academic pursuits, she enjoys exploring various forms of creative expression, such as painting, reading, and writing, as well as outdoor activities such as hiking and travelling.