Prof. Dr. Tamara Gajic, Geographical Institute “Jovan Cvijic” Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts, Belgrade, Serbia
Tamara Gajić is a distinguished Senior Research Associate at the Geographical Institute “Jovan Cvijić” of the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts (SASA), specializing in social geography. She holds a Ph.D. in Geosciences from the University of Novi Sad and has extensive experience in research and education across various institutions. Her academic career spans several positions, including Senior Researcher at the Institute of Environmental Engineering, People’s Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University), and Associate Professor at Singidunum University in Belgrade. She has also served as a professor and assistant professor at various universities in Serbia, Bosnia, and Herzegovina. Gajić’s research focuses on rural development, tourism management, and sustainable practices in agritourism, gastrotourism, and sport tourism. She has contributed to numerous projects, including the modernization of tourism study programs in Serbia and feasibility studies for spa tourism. Gajić is an active member of various professional organizations, including the Serbian Geographical Society and the Tourist Organization of Serbia, and has mentored numerous graduate and doctoral students. Her expertise in integrating economics, service quality, and human resources in tourism management has earned her recognition as one of the top 10% of distinguished scientists in Serbia in 2024.
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Suitability of Tamara Gajić for the Top Researcher Award
Tamara Gajić is highly qualified for the Top Researcher Award due to her extensive academic and professional achievements in the fields of Geography, Rural Studies, and Tourism Management. Below are the key reasons why she is a suitable candidate for this prestigious award:
Academic Degrees:
🎓 Ph.D. in Geosciences
📅 2010
University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management, Serbia 🇷🇸
🎓 M.Sc. in Tourism Management
📅 2007
University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management, Serbia 🇷🇸
🎓 B.Sc. in Tourism Management
📅 2001
University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management, Serbia 🇷🇸
Research & Teaching Interests:
🌍 Research Areas:
- Geography 🌍
- Rural Studies 🌾
- Tourism Management 🌐
Focus on Agrotourism, Gastrotourism, and Sport Tourism 🏞️🍴🏃♀️
Intersection of Economics in Tourism, Service Quality, and Human Resources 💼
Sustainability in Environment and Tourism 🌱
Previous Employment:
- Associate Professor
📅 February 2021 – September 2021
Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management, Singidunum University, Belgrade, Serbia 🇷🇸
- Assistant Professor
📅 October 2018 – February 2022
University for Business Studies, Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦
- Professor of Vocational Studies
📅 October 2008 – February 2021
Novi Sad Business School, Novi Sad, Serbia 🇷🇸
Publication top Notes:
Innovative Approaches in Hotel Management: Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) to Enhance Operational Efficiency and Sustainability
The Contribution of the Farm to Table Concept to the Sustainable Development of Agritourism Homesteads
Fostering Sustainable Urban Tourism in Predominantly Industrial Small-Sized Cities (SSCs)—Focusing on Two Selected Locations
Leveraging digital platforms for responsible sports tourism: Budapest’s role in the 2020 European football championship
Tourists’ Willingness to Adopt AI in Hospitality—Assumption of Sustainability in Developing Countries
The Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in Serbian Hospitality: A Potential Path to Sustainable Practice