Assist. Prof. Dr. Jasminka Talapko is a faculty member at the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health Osijek, University of Osijek, Croatia, where she leads the Microbiology Laboratory at the Institute for Integrative Medicine. She holds a PhD in Biomedicine and Health from the Faculty of Medicine, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek. With over 50 scientific publications in international journals, her research has received 2,060 citations in the past five years (Google Scholar). Her expertise lies in microbiology and biomedical sciences.
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Professional Experience:
Assistant Professor Dr. Jasminka Talapko is affiliated with the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health at Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Croatia. She serves as the head of the Microbiology Laboratory within the Institute for Integrative Medicine. Dr. Talapko earned her PhD from the Faculty of Medicine at the same university.
Research Interests:
Her research interests include clinical microbiology, blood-borne pathogens, sepsis, bacterial virulence factors and resistance, and hospital infections.
Top Notable Publications:
“The Effect of COVID-19 and COVID-19 Vaccination on Assisted Human Reproduction Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis” (September 2024)
Journal: Diseases
Contributors: Andrea Milostić-Srb, Nika Srb, Jasminka Talapko, Tomislav, Tihomil Žiger, Stana Pačarić, Rajko Fureš, Vedrana Makarović, Ivana Škrlec
DOI: 10.3390/diseases12090201
“The Impact of Oral Microbiome Dysbiosis on the Aetiology, Pathogenesis, and Development of Oral Cancer” (August 2024)
Journal: Cancers
Contributors: Jasminka Talapko, Suzana Erić, Tomislav, Marinka Mravak-Stipetić, Martina Juzbašić, Assoc. Prof. Darko Katalinic, M.D., Ph.D., Sanja Bekić, Dora Muršić, Josipa Flam, Dino Belić et al.
DOI: 10.3390/cancers16172997
“Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans: From the Oral Cavity to the Heart Valves” (July 2024)
Journal: Microorganisms
Contributors: Jasminka Talapko, Martina Juzbašić, Tomislav, Tatjana Matijević, Dora Mesarić, Assoc. Prof. Darko Katalinic, M.D., Ph.D., Suzana Erić, Andrea Milostić-Srb, Josipa Flam, Ivana Škrlec
DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms12071451
“Health Effects of Ionizing Radiation on the Human Body” (April 2024)
Journal: Medicina
Contributors: Jasminka Talapko, Domagoj Talapko, Assoc. Prof. Darko Katalinic, M.D., Ph.D., Ivan Kotris, Ivan Erić, Dino Belić, Mila Vasilj Mihaljević, Ana Vasilj, Suzana Erić, Josipa Flam et al.
DOI: 10.3390/medicina60040653
“Antimicrobial Resistance and Sports: The Scope of the Problem, Implications for Athletes’ Health and Avenues for Collaborative Public Health Action” (February 2024)
Journal: Antibiotics
Contributors: Ognjen Ožegić, Branka Bedenić, Suncanica Ljubin-Sternak, Mario Sviben, Jasminka Talapko, Iva Pažur, Ivana Škrlec, Ivan Segedi, Tomislav
DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics13030232
Conclusion:
Assist. Prof. Dr. Jasminka Talapko is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her significant publication record, high citation impact, and contributions to microbiology and public health. Her research is relevant, influential, and multidisciplinary. While she already excels in research productivity and influence, further emphasis on international collaborations, research funding, and translational applications could further enhance her credentials. Given her outstanding achievements, she is a highly deserving nominee for the award.