Zagreb holds commemoration for mathematician Josip Pečarić

A commemoration was held in Zagreb on Tuesday to honor the late Josip Pečarić (1948–2026), a prominent Croatian mathematician and regular member of the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts.

Pečarić was recognized internationally for his scientific contributions, particularly in the field of mathematical inequalities. With over 1,200 scientific papers, he was noted as one of the ten most cited mathematicians in the world.

The event, organized by several veterans' associations including the Association of Croatian Homeland War Veterans 91, also honored his work as a publicist and his advocacy for the historical truth of the Homeland War. Speakers included academics, military officials, and religious leaders, who highlighted his scientific legacy and his dedication to Croatian patriotic values.