Lidija Filipović and Jovana Terzić at MOVE2025

From 7–10 October 2025, researchers Lidija Filipović and Jovana Terzić from UBFC and ICTM represented the EXPAND-EV Project at the 3rd MOVE Symposium held in Tartu, Estonia. The event was hosted by the Baltic Society of Extracellular Vesicles (BSEV) and organized by the European National Societies of Extracellular Vesicles (NEVS), bringing together experts from across Europe to discuss the latest advances in extracellular vesicle (EV) research.

Lidija and Jovana presented their latest findings on the development of a single-step immunoaffinity chromatography method for Oil Red O labeling and extracellular vesicle isolation. This innovative technique streamlines the EV isolation and labeling process, enhancing reproducibility and efficiency in downstream analyses. By integrating smart surface chemistry with targeted affinity interactions, the method contributes to a deeper understanding of EV biology and their applications in diagnostics and therapeutic development.

In addition, the researchers showcased their progress in cryogel-based solid-phase synthesis for efficient EV isolation and comprehensive characterization, highlighting the potential of cryogel materials in advancing EV research methodologies.