 Jožef Stefan Institute

The Jožef Stefan Institute (Institut Jožef Stefan, IJS) is a leading research institution in Slovenia, primarily focused on natural sciences and engineering. Founded in 1949 and named after the renowned physicist Jožef Stefan, the institute plays a critical role in scientific research and innovation in the country and the broader European region. The IJS conducts interdisciplinary research in various domains, including physics, chemistry, biology, and information technology.