Slavica Grdanovska

Scientist
Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory

Slavica Grdanovska, Ph.D. is an accomplished nuclear engineer with extensive expertise in radiation sciences and electron beam technologies. She holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a B.S. in Nuclear Engineering with a minor in Physics from South Carolina State University. Currently, Dr. Grdanovska serves as a Scientist at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, where she leads pioneering research in electron beam chemistry and environmental applications. Her work focuses on the degradation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and the development of novel electron beam applications. Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and other key organizations, she conducts proof-of-concept studies, collaborates with industrial partners to advance accelerator technologies, and contributes to grant proposals to support further research. Her career spans groundbreaking contributions to nuclear reactor technologies, advanced material characterization, and environmental remediation. She has authored numerous publications and presented at international conferences on topics such as radiation-induced polymer modifications and corrosion resistance in nuclear fuels. With over a decade of experience in nuclear engineering, she possesses a deep understanding of the scientific, engineering, and safety aspects of radiation-related disciplines.