Strategic Guidelines and Framework for Advancing Higher Education Programs in the Field of Biotechnology in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Lejla Pojskic; Kasim Bajrovic; Emina Kiseljakovic; Lada Lukic Bilela; Abdurahim Kalajdzic; Amela Hercegovac; Semina Hadziabulic; Stojko Vidovic; Adaleta Durmic-Pasic; Mahir Gajevic; Rifat Skrijelj; Rifat Hadziselimovic; Authors Group

doi:10.31383/ga.vol9iss2ga05

Authors

Lejla Pojskic University of Sarajevo-Institute for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology
Kasim Bajrovic University of Sarajevo-Institute for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology
Emina Kiseljakovic University of Sarajevo-Faculty of Medicine
Lada Lukic Bilela University of Sarajevo-Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Abdurahim Kalajdzic University of Sarajevo-Institute for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2824-2779
Amela Hercegovac University of Tuzla-Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Semina Hadziabulic University “Džemal Bijedić” of Mostar-Faculty of Agro-Mediterranean
Stojko Vidovic University of Banja Luka-Faculty of Medicine
Adaleta Durmic-Pasic University of Sarajevo-Institute for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology
Mahir Gajevic University of Sarajevo-Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Rifat Skrijelj University of Sarajevo-Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics; University of Sarajevo-“Professor Zdravko Grebo” Center for Interdisciplinary studies
Rifat Hadziselimovic University of Sarajevo-Institute for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology; The Academy of Sciences and Arts of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Authors Group Round table participants Biotechnologists of the New Generation – Skills of Future Educators

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31383/ga.vol9iss2ga05

Keywords:

Biotechnology Education, Higher Education Reform, Sustainable Development

Abstract

This document presents strategic guidelines and a development framework aimed at enhancing higher education programs in biotechnology within Bosnia and Herzegovina. It emphasizes the importance of aligning academic curricula, research capacities, and innovation ecosystems with global sustainable development goals (SDGs) and emerging scientific trends. Drawing on insights from the 2025 scientific-expert symposium "Next-Generation Biotechnologists – Skills of Future Educators," this work outlines key recommendations for modernizing educational approaches, strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration, and fostering the next generation of biotechnologists equipped to meet societal and technological challenges. The framework is intended for academic institutions, policymakers, and stakeholders committed to advancing biotechnology education and innovation in the region.