Mladen Rašeta is a scientific researcher and DVM, PhD, food specialist, and senior research associate at the Institute of Meat Hygiene and Technology in Belgrade, Serbia, since 2007. His work focuses on meat science, food safety, process hygiene, and the validation of thermal processing in meat products. He has contributed to research on product quality, technological optimization, and microbiological safety in the food industry, with a particular interest in improving the safety and quality of traditional and processed meat products.He is an active co-author on scientific papers, including studies on pasteurization validation and meat product quality, and he collaborates with researchers in applied food science and veterinary-related disciplines. Through his research, he contributes to the development of evidence-based solutions for safer food production and better processing standards. Mladen Rašeta is committed to advancing scientific knowledge, strengthening food safety practices, and supporting innovation in the meat processing sector. His academic and professional background reflects a strong connection between veterinary science, food technology, and public health.