STEM Streets in Rijeka by Petar Jelača

Ivana Lupisa Street, Rijeka

zoramaticmeszaros1 — 2026-02-14 20:49:05 UTC

This street was named after Ivan Lupis, Croatian naval officer and inventor, who was born in Rijeka. He designed the first self-propelled torpedo, therefore his invention changed naval warfare. He applied physics and mechanics.

Frana Kresnika Street, Rijeka

zoramaticmeszaros1 — 2026-02-14 20:50:13 UTC

This street was named in honor of doctor Franjo Kresnik. He was a Croatian physician and scientist, he studied diseases and their causes, improving medical diagnostics and pathology. He promoted a scientific approach in medicine.

Nikola Tesla Street, Rijeka

2026-02-18 10:25:19 UTC

Named after Nikola Tesla, this street carries the legacy of one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century, who was born near Gospić in modern day Croatia. He is credited with many inventions, such as the Tesla coil, radio technology, induction motor... , but his most important invention was by far the Alternating Current (AC) System.

Ruđer Bošković Street, Rijeka

2026-02-18 11:27:51 UTC

Ruđer Bošković was a Croatian scientist and polymath, born in 1711 in Dubrovnik and died in 1787 in Milan. He was a physicist, astronomer, mathematician, and philosopher who worked across Europe. Bošković developed an early atomic theory, studied forces between particles, and contributed to optics, astronomy, and geodesy (measuring the Earth). His work connects strongly to STEM: he used mathematics to explain physical laws, studied natural science, designed scientific instruments, and helped advance modern scientific thinking.

Astronomski centar Rijeka, Sveti Križ, Rijeka

2026-02-18 16:26:50 UTC

The Rijeka Astronomy Centre is a unique cultural and scientific landmark located in a former military fortress on Sveti Križ hill. It is the only facility in Croatia that combines a digital planetarium and an astronomical observatory in one place. This location is significant because it promotes scientific literacy and offers a breathtaking view of the stars and the Kvarner Gulf. The centre is deeply connected to STEM through the fields of astronomy, physics, and optics, using advanced technology to simulate the night sky. Visitors can learn about celestial bodies, space exploration, and the laws of the universe through interactive programs. It serves as a vital hub for students and researchers to explore the mysteries of the cosmos.

Ulica Andrije Mohorovičića, Rijeka

2026-02-18 16:27:28 UTC

Andrija Mohorovičić was a Croatian seismologist and meteorologist. He was born in 1857 and is best known for discovering the boundary between the Earth’s crust and mantle, called the “Mohorovičić discontinuity” (Moho). In 1909, after a strong earthquake near Zagreb, he carefully studied seismic waves and proved that the Earth has different layers. His discovery was very important for geology and modern seismology. Mohorovičić greatly contributed to the development of science in Croatia. This street in Rijeka is named after him because of his important work in STEM, especially in physics and Earth science.