S3 2025

July 20 - July 31, 2025

Projects

The bulk of your time at the School will be spent working on a research project. You may indicate your preference regarding the project in your application, but teams will be assigned upon arrival to the School, once you get to meet the project leaders in person.

You can read more about the projects available at this camp below. The details of some projects will be announced soon.

This IS Rocket Science: an Introduction to Rocket Motion

Rockets are the only machines powerful enough to reach orbit, carrying satellites, astronauts, and scientific instruments beyond our atmosphere. In 2024 alone, there were more than 180 rocket launches, highlighting the growing interest of both research and industry in reaching space. Placing spacecraft in orbit is essential not only for exploring the universe but also for studying our planet and learning how to protect it. I know rocket science might seem incredibly hard—and don’t get me wrong, it is—but are you curious about how rockets actually work? How do they generate enough thrust to defy gravity, and how can we control their flight so precisely?

In this project, we'll dive into the physics and engineering that make rocket launches possible. You will explore multiple branches of physics— dynamics, thermodynamics, and aerodynamics—while applying an engineer's mindset to solve real-world challenges. You will discover how rocket engines produce thrust, why stability is critical, and how each component influences performance. Through hands-on experiments, you will test how factors such as size, shape, and balance affect a rocket’s flight. Finally, we will evaluate how well engineering models describe reality by launching a small rocket and comparing the real-life results with mathematical predictions. By the end of this course, you'll gain not only a deeper understanding of rocket science but also insight into complex physics derivations and how engineers apply them to real-world problems.

Francesco Bondini

TU Delft, The Netherlands

Francesco is a first-year MSc student in Aerospace Engineering at TU Delft. His main interests in the field are Astrodynamics, Attitude Control and Rocket Motion. He is also a member of the university rocketry team, currently working on the rocket trajectory simulation and stability analysis. His main passion outside of science is music, he loves playing the piano, the guitar and the bass guitar. Having a good time with friends and meeting new people is also something he can't live without.

In Insulin’s Footsteps: Engineering Fluorescent Proteins in Bacteria

Diabetes, known since ancient Egypt as the "sweet disease," was once treated with starvation — limiting patients to just 240 calories a day (roughly half the size of a Snickers bar). In 1921, insulin was discovered in dog pancreases, sparking a revolution in insulin production from pigs and cows. This continued until 1982, when the first recombinant human insulin was produced in E. coli, offering a purer, safer, and cheaper alternative.

In this project, we’ll follow the steps of insulin's journey. Just as insulin was produced in bacteria, we’ll introduce genes for fluorescent proteins into bacteria, make them produce the proteins, and purify them. Along the way, we’ll learn to use tools for visualizing DNA sequences and protein structures. This project will give you a hands-on understanding of how genetic engineering is used to create life-saving proteins like insulin, and how we can apply these techniques to other proteins. If you're ready to explore how biotechnology is changing the world, join me on this journey!

Helena Križan

University of Zagreb, Croatia

Helena is an expert associate in the Division of Biochemistry at the University of Zagreb, where she also completed her studies in chemistry. She’s driven by a curiosity about how cells work and what goes wrong in cancer. A former S3++ participant (2018) and Swapshop leader (2023), she enjoys sharing science with others. Outside the lab, she loves board games, hiking, reading, and taking care of her ever-growing plant kingdom.

Fairness in Machine Learning – Can Computers Make Fair Decisions?

We live in a time where Machine Learning is getting more and more important, with AI models being used for an increasing number of tasks, such as sorting through job applications or identifying academic fraud. Therefore, it is important to make sure that computers make good decisions that do not unfairly discriminate anyone. For example, nobody wants their university application denied because of their race or their gender. But what exactly does it mean to make a fair decision? How can we teach that to an algorithm? And how do algorithms “decide” or “learn” something, anyway?

Those are the questions we will attempt to answer in this project! To that end, we will look at different definitions of fairness, how to express them so that a computer can understand them and evaluate both how accurate and how fair or unfair some machine learning models are. You will learn how to evaluate algorithms and we will discuss how different evaluation methods are in conflict with each other. We will also consider what kind of role datasets and potential data bias play for fairness in machine learning. And we will be working on how to make machine learning models more fair. You will learn the basic theory behind a few standard machine learning models and train and test models of your own. Our work will focus mainly on classification models – which sort data samples into pre-defined classes – and we will mainly use smaller models rather than deep neural networks. We will work with the programming language Python, but no previous experience in coding is required.

Kathrin Lammers

Bielefeld University, Germany

Kathrin is a first-year PhD student in the Machine Learning Group at the University of Bielefeld, where she also did her undergrad and master’s degree in computer science. Her current research focuses on stream learning and fairness. Kathrin participated in several regional summer school programs during her time at school. Initially intimidated by coding, which she never learned at school, she decided on computer science only during university open days and has not regretted that decision. She also enjoys English literature, crafts and going on long walks through the woods.

Algae: A Matter of Life and Death – a Molecular Journey from the Bottom of a Lake to the Top of the Atmosphere

Phytoplankton are tiny organisms floating in lakes, rivers, and oceans, yet they are responsible for producing over half of the oxygen we breathe. While forests often get all the credit, these microscopic life forms are quietly shaping the planet. They form the base of aquatic food webs, help regulate the climate, and can even affect the quality of our drinking water. But when environmental conditions change, due to pollution or warming temperatures, phytoplankton can grow out of control. This overgrowth, known as eutrophication, can lead to dangerously low oxygen levels in the water, threatening fish and other wildlife. Understanding what makes these organisms thrive or collapse is key to protecting our ecosystems and preparing for the environmental challenges of the future.

In this project, we will explore the invisible life hidden in an urban lake. Participants will collect water and biofilm samples from different points around the lake and search for algae and other microscopic organisms living there. Using both microscopes and DNA techniques, they will identify which species are present and explore how their numbers differ between locations. Along the way, they will learn how to extract DNA, use a PCR and visualize results. Finally, they’ll use simple coding and data analysis to compare sites and draw conclusions. This hands-on journey from field to lab to data will show how molecules, ecology, and statistics come together to answer real-world environmental questions.

Lucija Berlančić

Alumna of University of Lausanne, Switzerland

Lucija is a passionate biologist with a background in Environmental Sciences and Molecular Biology, and holds a Master of Science in Biology: Behaviour, Evolution, Conservation from the University of Lausanne. Her curiosity for DNA research has taken her from Vienna to Copenhagen and Lausanne, and back to Zagreb, where she worked at University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science and the Ruđer Bošković Institute on freshwater ecosystems. Lucija thrives on fun STEM projects, big crowds, and meaningful conversations. In her free time, you’ll find her dancing and road-tripping through nature.

World of Interferometry: a Lens for Both the Cosmic and the Quantum

Ever wondered how we can measure something a thousand times smaller than the width of a human hair? Interferometry is the answer—a brilliant technique that uses the interference of light to detect incredibly tiny distances. Its applications span a vast range of scales—from detecting gravitational waves caused by cataclysmic cosmic events to probing the behaviour of electrons in materials through optical spectroscopy. By exploiting the wave nature of light, interferometry allows us to explore both the grand structure of the universe and the subtle properties of microscopic systems. Whether you're into the cosmic or the quantum, interferometry connects it all.

In this hands-on project, we'll dive into the world of precision measurement by building our own Michelson interferometer. This device works by splitting a beam of light into two paths, reflecting them off of mirrors, and then recombining them to create an interference pattern that shifts with even the tiniest change in distance. We will experiment with real systems, learn the mathematical principles behind spectrum analysis, and, if time allows, even try building a basic spectrometer. Along the way, you'll see how light can reveal the hidden structure of matter and how different materials leave their own unique spectral fingerprints.

Jakov Budić

University of Zagreb, Croatia

Jakov is a first-year PhD student at the Physics Department of the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Science, where he works as part of the Light Fermion Spectroscopy group. The group's research focuses on the properties of a number of fascinating new materials, which they investigate using infrared spectroscopy in high magnetic fields at ambient and high pressures. Jakov will gladly tell you all about his experiences with some of the most powerful magnetic fields in the world. Outside of work, he is very passionate about sharing his love for science and his many hobbies, including piano, and indoor and outdoor climbing.

Painting the Planet to Cool Down – How Albedo Matters

Understanding how our planet maintains its temperature is essential for facing the challenges of climate change. A key factor in this balance is albedo – the fraction of sunlight that Earth reflects back into space. This concept affects everything from melting polar ice to the design of white rooftops in urban planning. Albedo is closely tied to everyday life – like why we wear white in summer. Even small changes in surface reflectivity can lead to larger shifts in temperature, especially through positive feedbacks. For example, when ice melts, darker surfaces absorb more heat, causing even more melting… These feedback loops are a defining feature of Earth system science, helping us understand how local changes can influence global climate.

In this project you will explore the science of albedo through experiments, models, and systems thinking. Participants will start with hands-on experiments to measure how different surfaces heat up under light, exploring how surface properties affect temperature. We’ll connect our findings to simplified energy balance equations, and then move on to how positive feedbacks – like the ice-albedo loop – can amplify small changes. Participants will also experiment with simplified models to visualize these dynamics. By the end, you will understand not just how climate works, but how even small actions might matter.

Xuying Zeng

Earth and Planetary Science Department, ETH Zürich, Switzerland

Xuying is a second-year Master's student in Geophysics at ETH Zürich. Her academic interests include geodynamics, climate stability, and Earth system processes. During her undergraduate studies, she participated in and helped organize a science-themed summer camp. Outside of science, she enjoys hiking, photography, and swimming. She looks forward to sharing her enthusiasm for earth science and hands-on exploration with students at the Summer School of Science.

Lectures

Dr. Leonardo Pierobon, Society for Out-of-Frame Education / Persona Academica, Croatia | 21 July 2025 @ 14:30 CEST

Nanoengineered Magnets: A New Perspective through Interdisciplinary Research
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In this lecture, you will learn about the importance of interdisciplinary approach in scientific research. Firstly, I will introduce you to the basics of magnetism and the essential role of magnets in key future technologies, such as electric vehicles and the production of green electricity. Then I will explain why conventional research has reached its limit in developing new magnets, and how I used an interdisciplinary approach combining exciting methods like electron microscopy, atom-probe tomography and micromagnetic simulations to investigate and nanoengineer magnetic materials. Finally, I will show you surprising new features I have discovered, such as magnetic vortices in SmCo magnets, and how these can be used to improve current magnetic materials.

Dr. Leonardo Pierobon

Society for Out-of-Frame Education / Persona Academica, Croatia

Leonardo is a passionate educator and an activist for a greener future and human rights. He studied Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge, specializing in Quantum Physics. He then proceeded to do his PhD in Materials Science at ETH Zurich, investigating the fascinating world of nanomagnetism. Since 2021, he has been running his own company for academic consulting, working with clients and students from all over the world. Leonardo has been involved in the organization of S3 since 2016 and is the current president of the Society for Out-of-Frame Education. He is also politically engaged, advocating for better and more accessible education, a faster transition to renewable energies, and building a more inclusive and tolerant society.

Iva Vukojević, University of Zagreb, Croatia; Ana Barić, University of Zagreb, Croatia | 22 July 2025 @ 20:30 CEST

Talking About Machines Talking: a Look into Large Language Models
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The unexpected emergence of large language models (LLMs) into the public sphere took the world by surprise and has simplified how we interact with technology and access information. Despite these benefits, their rapid adoption has also raised critical questions about the reliability, transparency, and conscientious use of this transformative technology. In this talk, we explore LLMs with the aim of highlighting key aspects essential for their responsible utilization. Specifically, we will take a closer look at the technical foundations and societal implications, fostering more informed and responsible engagement with LLMs. To provide a well-rounded perspective, we structure the discussion around three core lenses: (1) How do LLMs work under the hood? (2) What does it mean to be on the front lines of LLM-related challenges? and (3) How can we engage with LLMs critically and thoughtfully? Through this conversation, attendees will gain practical insights and critical tools to navigate the evolving landscape of LLM technology in everyday contexts (as well as in research).

Iva Vukojević

University of Zagreb, Croatia

Iva Vukojević is a PhD student of psychology from the University of Zagreb working in the interdisciplinary field of combining psychology with natural langauge processing. Her research centres around studying human behaviour based on textual footprint, with an emphasis on personality and its related constructs. Her PhD topic is on stylistic textual signals reflecting the adaptive mechanisms of maintaining a positive self-view. She made research visits and is collaborating with the Copenhagen Center for Social Data Science, University of Copenhagen and Digital Humanities Lab, University of Basel.

Ana Barić

University of Zagreb, Croatia

Ana Barić is a PhD student in computer science at the University of Zagreb. Her research focuses on natural language processing (NLP), with a particular emphasis on understanding uncertainty in language models. Her other interests include model explainability and connecting model internals to various topics in computational social science. Previously, her work has explored sentiment analysis and the political perspectives of large language models.

Dr. Krešimir Šola, VIB-UGent Centre for Plant Systems Biology, Ghent University, Belgium | 23 July 2025 @ 14:30 CEST

Putting Nature’s Chemists to Work: Applications and Engineering of Plant Metabolism
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Plants produce a wide variety of complex chemicals that appear in small amounts in healthy plants but are produced in response to challenges from the environment, such as infections. These chemicals are called specialised metabolites, and we have found uses for them in industries ranging from pharmaceuticals and food to cosmetics. In the first part of the lecture, we will look at some interesting cases of how plant metabolites are used and how their uses were first discovered. These chemicals are often complex and difficult to synthesise in laboratories, so we currently rely on plants to produce them for us. We will examine the science behind metabolic engineering, which involves discovering genes and enzymes directly involved in the production of metabolites, as well as genes and proteins that regulate when those metabolic pathways are switched on. Once we understand metabolism and its regulation, we can apply this knowledge to engineer plants that produce more of the high-value specialised metabolites. In the second part of the lecture, we will examine the general idea behind plant metabolic engineering and explore different strategies we can use to achieve this goal.

Dr. Krešimir Šola

VIB-UGent Centre for Plant Systems Biology, Ghent University, Belgium

Krešimir is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellow at the Flemish Institute for Biotechnology (VIB) in Ghent (Belgium). He did his BSc in biology at the University of Zagreb (Croatia), followed by a PhD at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver (Canada) where he studied plant cell walls. Following three years of postdoctoral research on metabolism of green leaf volatiles and their roles in communication between plants at the University of Amsterdam (the Netherlands), he joined VIB where he currently works on regulation and engineering of plant specialised metabolism. His current scientific interests revolve around plant metabolites – how they are made, how their production is regulated, and why they are made at all.

Dr. Ivan Barun, MD, MA (Arts), MSc (Psychology), University Psychiatric Hospital Sveti Ivan, Croatia | 25 July 2025 @ 20:30 CEST

Neuroscience of Creativity and How to Unlock It
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What exactly is creativity – and why is it so important, not only in art, but also in science, technology, and everyday life? How does our brain generate new ideas, connect distant concepts, and arrive at insights that change the world? In this lecture, we will explore creativity as a fundamental human ability, examine the function of the prefrontal cortex and other brain regions involved in the creative process, and consider why dopamine is crucial for those “aha!” moments. Contemporary cognitive neuroscience shows that creative thinking is the result of dynamic collaboration between different neural networks – some linked to introspection and imagination, others to focus and the evaluation of ideas. In an interactive and experiential setting, we’ll also discuss how to boost our own creativity, why scientists are often also artists, and why creative thinking is essential for solving the complex problems of the future.

Dr. Ivan Barun, MD, MA (Arts), MSc (Psychology)

University Psychiatric Hospital Sveti Ivan, Croatia

Ivan is a psychiatrist, visual artist, and expressive arts therapist whose work bridges medicine and creativity. Currently based at the University Psychiatric Hospital Sveti Ivan in Zagreb, he combines clinical psychiatry with body-oriented psychotherapy and art therapy, working with different patient populations and focusing especially on LGBTQIA+ mental health. Ivan graduated medicine at School of Medicine in Zagreb and fine arts at Academy of Fine Arts in Zagreb. He has published and presented extensively on the therapeutic role of the arts. He is also an exhibiting artist and former editor-in-chief of Skica, a magazine dedicated to art and culture.

Workshops

Reducing Waste in the Fashion Industry Through Computer Vision

Clothing is one of the most visible parts of our daily lives, but behind the scenes, the fashion industry is also one of the most wasteful. Consider this: online retailers report that up to 30% of clothing purchases are returned, contributing to massive waste, from excess shipping to discarded garments. Artificial intelligence has the potential to transform fashion throughout the production chain. It can simplify the design process, help optimize fabric usage and visualize outfits for customers before buying. The key to these innovations? Computer vision, the technology that allows machines to "see" and understand images.

In this swapshop, we will break down the science behind computer vision and generative AI, experiment with pre-trained models, and evaluate their real-world usefulness. You’ll even apply these tools to two key challenges. The first is Virtual Try-Off, where we want to generate clean product images from model photos. The second is Virtual Try-On where we aim to transfer garments between people in images. By the end, you’ll understand how AI could make fashion more sustainable and where the tech still falls short.

Petra Bevandić

Faculty of Technology, University of Bielefeld, Germany

Petra is a post-doc at the Faculty of Technology at the University of Bielefeld. Her research is in the field of image analysis, primarily of road driving images. She focuses on improving model robustness for real-world applications. Currently, she is trying to figure out how to automatically connect visual concepts across multiple datasets to train general-purpose models. Outside of work, she enjoys crafts, classic movies, books, yoga, and pub quizzes.

Bacterial Casino

What do bacteria and gamblers have in common? They both rely on random numbers! In this workshop, we’ll explore how randomness – something that might seem messy or unpredictable – actually plays a key role in both biology and physics. You’ll learn about Brownian motion – the tiny, jittery movement of particles floating in a liquid. Even though each particle moves randomly, together they create patterns we can predict. This is how diffusion works, and it’s one of the most important natural processes, especially inside living cells.

Along the way, you’ll get an intro to probability, statistics, and statistical physics – a branch of physics that helps us understand how large groups of things behave, like molecules in a cell or even sheep in a herd! You’ll get a glance of how physics and maths help scientists tackle real-world problems in biology, from how cells grow to how medicines spread through the body – or even how cancer develops. Bring your curiosity (and a bit of luck), and get ready to roll the dice!

Maja Milas

Ruđer Bošković Institute, Croatia

Maja is currently doing a PhD in physics in Zagreb with a bunch of other people who took their curiosity about the world a bit too seriously. Her path to physics was anything but linear. As a kid, she wanted to be a chef or cake artist (still a solid backup). Later in high school, she was all about coding competitions and was pretty sure she’d end up in IT. But as graduation approached, she had a mini existential crisis: "do I really want to write boring code in an office forever"? Hard no. So she chose physics – and now she writes code in an office... but for science! Zero regrets though (unless we’re talking about housing prices). She did a side quest (she means, Master’s) on gravitational waves but somehow ended up in Vienna, where she (accidentally) fell in love with biophysics. Now she's doing theoretical biophysics (or at least trying to), working with biologists, chemists, and engineers to figure out how those sneaky little cells do their thing. Outside the lab, you’ll find her hanging with friends and family, dancing at socials, or checking cheap flights like it’s her second PhD.

What Can RNA Sequencing Tell Us About Cancer?

RNA sequencing is one of the most powerful tools in cancer research. It helps scientists understand what is happening inside cancer cells, which is very important when developing anti-cancer therapies. In this swapshop, you will step into the shoes of a cancer researcher and explore how tumors evolve and adapt to treatment through interactive data simulations. You will learn what RNA-sequencing is, what makes cancer cells so unique, and how therapy can sometimes drive the emergence of resistant cancer cell clones. No prior programming experience is needed – only curiosity!

Marta Paladin

Uppsala University, Sweden

Marta grew up in Zagreb, where she also earned her bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology. She was motivated to apply this knowledge in a medical context, which led her to Sweden to pursue a master’s in Medical Research at Uppsala University. She graduated just a few weeks ago — and she already misses it! This summer, she's spending some time in Croatia, and she's really looking forward to leading a swapshop and getting to know you. She actually participated in this summer camp herself back in 2018, after finishing her third year of high school. She claims it remains one of the best experiences she's ever had, and she truly hopes your time at S3 becomes just as memorable for you!

Exploring Blood Group Systems

Welcome to the world of immunology, where the intricate mysteries of blood groups are unlocked. In this fascinating field, we delve into the complexity of blood groups, deciphering their significance and understanding their role in our immune system. While most people are familiar with the ABO system, it’s just the tip of the iceberg. In fact, scientists have identified 44 different blood group systems, including Rh, Kell, Duffy, and many others. And what does that mean? Where do we use this knowledge? Do animals have blood groups? Well, let's leave this for our workshop.

This workshop will introduce the science behind blood typing, the immune responses linked to compatibility, and the real-world applications in medicine, genetics, and even forensics. Expect hands-on activities, engaging discussions, and surprising facts that may change the way you look at a drop of blood forever.

Curious to know more? Great! Because that’s exactly what we’ll uncover together. Let’s save the deep questions, and some fascinating experiments for the workshop. Come ready to learn, question, and explore!

Karla Trampus

Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Croatia

There are not enough hours in a day for all the hobbies Karla would like to pursue. Her interests range from photography, ornament-making, and reading books to watching TV shows and volunteering. She has always been in awe of how things around her function, especially the human body and mind, which led her to choose medicine as her field of study. Karla is currently a fifth-year student at the Faculty of Medicine in Osijek and hopes to never lose her insatiable curiosity, the driving force behind everything she does. In the summer of 2023, she worked as a technical assistant at S3, and this year, she has the opportunity to contribute as part of the organizing team. The Summer School of Science is not her first experience with summer science camps - she loved participating as a child and is eager to help bring one to life.

Redox properties of peracetic acid

Peroxy acids are reagents widely used during organic synthesis. They are mostly used in electrophilic reactions with molecules containing double bonds and in certain rearrangement reactions which often serve as steps in a more complex organic synthesis. No matter the mechanism, the reaction ends up being a redox process. That may beg the question, in what other reactions can peroxy acids serve as oxidants? The answer is connected to a, usually slow and boring, phenomena well known to everyone, corrosion! During this workshop we aim to speed up the redox reactions connected to corrosion and maximize the destruction! After the rust has settled, we will try to be creative with some controlled destruction.

Marko Pećina

University of Zagreb, Croatia

Marko is a third-year chemistry student at the faculty of science here in Zagreb. During his free time he enjoys reading sci-fi, listening to music, solving organic synthesis problems and spending time at the pub with friends. When it comes to chemistry he’s mostly interested in the branches of physical and organic chemistry, especially the reaction kinetics and mechanisms of organic reactions.

Arduino PID: The Steady State

Have you ever wondered how your air conditioner maintains a precise temperature, or how a drone steadily hovers in place? It is often thanks to the widely used PID controller! PID, meaning Proportional-Derivative-Integral, is a fundamental algorithm used in numerous industry applications and closed loop systems, such as temperature control in reactors and distillation columns or flow control of fluids through pipes, pumps, and valves.

In this workshop we will assume basic knowledge of Arduino, cover some analog sensor and motor basics and focus on closed loop-systems employing PID regulation. We will work together incrementally creating our own PID regulator in Arduino IDE and using it to balance a ball on a lever. Finally, well get familiar with Arduino’s own PID library.

Veronika Pejić

University of Zagreb, Croatia

Veronika is an electrical technician currently on her second year of a Bachelor programme for Electrical Engineering and Information Technology. She holds a deep passion for energetics and has a strong commitment to sustainable development. For anyone expressing interest in the technical sciences, she’d be more than happy to share her knowledge. In her free time, you’ll find her drawing or spending time in nature.

Talk Dirt to Me

All throughout history, people used earth to build their homes and shelters. Today, over a third of the world's population lives in earth structures, so why is it not so common to build with earth?

In this swapshop I will introduce you to architecture and how science is applied to it. We’re going to see why someone would want to build something from earth and what are the structures that can be built from it. As everything has their bad characteristics, we are going to go over them and how they can be overcome or fixed.

We’re also going to make our own mixture for rammed earth and test how well we did.

Earth architecture is closely related to human ecology, so if that’s something you’re interested in and want to extend your horizons, you’re welcome to join me.

Tena Korov

Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Croatia

Tena has always been a creative soul until she discovered mathematical tournaments. Although her participation in every of them was bribed by a chocolate bar, she got quite good and that's where love was born. Later on she would start drawing in her free time which in the end led her to combine her biggest aspirations into one. Most of her time as a teen, Tena spent studying for competitons ranging for mathematics and Croatian to art and volleyball. In spite of being a student at the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture where she's studying Architecture and Urban planning, she still finds time to tutor and write for architectural magazines. She loves listening to music that's why she is no stranger to frequent concerts which often include travelling a long way. Tena is communicative and friendly so it doesn't suprise us that she took part in few Erasmus+ projects, led the "Bourek - one man, three cities" project and went to OBC camping centre. As a people person she takes any given opportunity to volunteer. Her brother is her role model, so, when she saw he was organizing the Summer School of Science, she decided to join in and take on the role of a technical assistant, which she is reprising in 2025.