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Prof. Irena Kostova, DSc., is a full professor at the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Sofia. She holds a doctorate from Mendeleev University in Moscow and has been teaching since 1994, specializing in General and Inorganic Chemistry. Her research focuses on theoretical and coordination chemistry, vibrational spectroscopy, and pharmacological investigations of biologically active compounds. She has authored over 150 peer-reviewed articles, 3 textbooks, and 4 monographs, with significant contributions to lanthanide complex synthesis and drug design. Dr. Kostova has collaborated internationally with institutions in India, Germany, Austria, and beyond. She serves as an editor for 6 journals and has led numerous national and international research projects. Her work includes developing luminescent materials for biomedical applications and exploring metal-based anticancer agents. Recognized globally, she is among the World’s Top 1% Scientists per Elsevier and Stanford rankings. Her academic roles include editorial board memberships, participation in EU programs, and supervision of doctoral research. She actively engages in educational initiatives, including international conferences and curriculum development for the Faculty of Pharmacy’s Health Technology Assessment programs.

• Theoretical Chemistry
• Coordination Chemistry
• Vibrational Spectroscopy
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Prof. Tanya Deneva, MD, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Laboratory at the Medical University of Plovdiv. She serves as head of the department and head of the Clinical Laboratory at University Hospital 'St. George'. Her research bridges clinical psychology with laboratory medicine through biomarker discovery. Graduated in medicine (2000) Specialized in Clinical Laboratory (2007) PhD in endothelial dysfunction assessment (2009) Master's in Health Management (2010) Master's in Applied Psychology (2015) Her research program focuses on stress biomarkers, vascular biomarkers, coagulation markers, oncoproteins, and salivary diagnostics for mental health. Current work investigates nature-based therapies through the RESONATE project. Active affiliations include: Union of Scientists in Bulgaria Bulgarian Society of Clinical Laboratory Expert Council on Clinical Laboratory at Ministry of Health European Federation of Laboratory Medicine (EFLM) expert group 'Green and Sustainable Laboratories'

• Clinical Psychology
• Molecular Biology
• Hematology
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Yatsko Oksana Myroslavivna is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Chernivtsi National University named after Yuriy Fedkovych. She holds a Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences degree (specialty 13.00.02 - theory and methods of teaching informatics) and has been certified as an Associate Professor since 2022. Her research focuses on computer-oriented methodological systems for teaching computer disciplines, with specializations in data mining for business applications, game theory implementation in economic decision-making, web technologies development, and algorithm design. She actively contributes to educational literature with multiple textbooks on Discrete Mathematics, Operations Research, Web Technologies, and Systems Modeling. Her professional engagements include membership in the Bukovina Information Technology Cluster, Chernivtsi Mathematical Society, and participation in international conferences like SPIE Optical Engineering and Correlation Optics. She has completed advanced certifications in machine learning, data visualization, and online education technologies from Prometheus, SoftServe, and other institutions. Her publications demonstrate expertise in strategic business analysis, cross-platform decision support systems, and educational software development. The 15 most recent works (2023-2024) cover data structures, game theory applications, web development tools, and polarization-based biomedical diagnostics. She serves as an expert for Ukraine's Ministry of Education and National Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education.

• Computer-oriented methodological systems for teaching
• Data mining and business analytics
• Game theory applications in economics
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Professor Diana Ivanova is a faculty member at the Faculty of Pharmacy , Medical University - Varna , serving as a leading researcher in the Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine and Nutrigenomics . Her academic career includes a Doctor of Science degree in Biological Sciences (2013) and Professor status since 2013. Her research focuses on oxidative stress and antioxidant protection in health and disease, nutrigenomics , metabolic adaptation , and the biochemistry of nutrition linked to socially significant diseases. She has published over 150 works and led numerous international collaborations, including the establishment of the Nutrigenomics Center at Medical University - Varna with Wageningen University. Her selected publications highlight interdisciplinary research spanning metabolic syndrome , inflammatory markers , plant-based bioactives , and clinical biochemistry . She has received multiple accolades, including the 2023 Union of Scientists in Varna Award and the Dean's Award for contributions to the Faculty of Pharmacy. 2023 : Union of Scientists in Varna Award 2023 : Dean's Award for Overall Contribution 2012 : Honorary Sign with Blue Ribbon As a coordinator for Bulgaria in the European Nutrigenomics Association (NuGO) and member of the Supreme Council of Pharmacy at the Ministry of Health, she bridges academic research with national health policy. Her teaching includes courses in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in Medicine for medical and pharmacy students.

• Oxidative Stress
• Antioxidant Protection
• Nutrigenomics
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Boryana Traycheva Simeonova serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Health Care within the Faculty of Public Health at Medical University of Sofia. With over a decade of academic service, she contributes significantly to healthcare education and research, focusing on maternal and child health services within Bulgaria's healthcare system. Her work bridges clinical practice with academic scholarship through collaborations with major healthcare institutions including "Tsaritsa Joanna" University Hospital and Fifth Hospital EAD in Sofia. Her educational qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Management (2000) Master's degree in Healthcare Management (2010) PhD in "Social Medicine and Organization of Healthcare and Pharmacy" (2016) Specialty in "Public Health" (2020) Professor Simeonova's research centers on midwifery training systems and healthcare delivery in obstetrics, gynecology, and neonatology. Her doctoral work on "Social and Health Aspects of Cervical Cancer Prevention" established her expertise in women's health policy. She has developed specialized educational materials for midwifery students and contributes to healthcare policy frameworks through publications in the "Health Policy and Management" journal. Her recent work increasingly integrates pharmacological research with public health applications. Analysis of her 40+ publications reveals strong focus on pharmacological interventions for neurodegenerative diseases, metabolic disorders, and hepatoprotective agents. Her methodology combines computational approaches (molecular docking, structure-activity analysis) with rigorous in vivo validation, demonstrating translational research capabilities across multiple therapeutic areas. Recent work shows particular emphasis on natural product research for metabolic and neurological conditions. Professional affiliations include: Bulgarian Scientific Society for Public Health (BSPH) Scientific Society for Medical Education (BSME) Professor Simeonova actively supervises student research projects and participates in national healthcare initiatives. She contributes to curriculum development for midwifery programs and leads advanced training courses for healthcare professionals. Her departmental work focuses on healthcare system organization with direct applications to maternal and child health services through clinical partnerships across Sofia's major hospitals.

• Midwifery
• Obstetrics
• Gynecology
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Sergey Vasilyevich Golub is a Professor at the Department of Software for Automated Systems at Cherkasy State Technological University. He holds a Doctor of Technical Sciences degree and has been part-time faculty since 2018. His career spans multiple roles, including dean at CHNU and head of departments in intelligent systems and software engineering. His research focuses on agent programming, intelligent monitoring, medical informatics, and machine learning. He has contributed to interdisciplinary projects linking software engineering with environmental monitoring and healthcare diagnostics. Recent publications emphasize multi-agent systems, social network analysis, and data-driven disease prediction. Key article trends include integrating satellite data for climate monitoring, authorship classification in social media, and agent-based modeling for pandemic forecasting. He collaborates with researchers in Ukraine and abroad, with works in Springer LNNS and CEUR-WS proceedings. Thanks and honorary diplomas from Cherkasy National University (2000, 2003, 2015) Honorary diplomas from Cherkasy Regional State Administration (2001, 2014) Honorary diploma from Ukraine's Ministry of Education and Science (2011) He has authored monographs on data analysis technologies and cross-platform decision support systems. His work bridges academic research and practical applications in intellectual monitoring across healthcare, ecology, and cybersecurity domains.

• Agent programming
• Intelligent monitoring
• Medical informatics
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Anela Ivanova is a Professor at the Department of Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Sofia University 'St. Kl. Ohridski'. She has served as Dean of the Faculty since 2023 and leads the Laboratory of Quantum and Computational Chemistry. Her academic career spans over two decades, with roles from Senior Assistant Professor to her current Professorship. Her research focuses on Molecular mechanisms of drug delivery systems Optical properties of organic light emitters Interfacial physicochemical systems Spin-hybrid complexes Computational protocol development Recent publications highlight her expertise in molecular dynamics simulations, quantum chemistry, and computational drug design. She has received international recognition through fellowships including Marie-Curie, Humboldt, and COST STSM programs. Scientific awards include BioExcel Goodwill Ambassador Marie-Curie Fellowship Humboldt Research Fellowship Short-Term Scientific Missions (STSM) within COST P12 She supervises computational projects on drug vectors, organic emitters, and membrane transport. Her lab collaborates with European institutions including Max Planck Institute and CNRS.

• Biocompatible drug delivery systems
• Quantum chemistry
• Molecular dynamics simulations
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Assoc. Prof. Nikolay Manchev Petrov serves as Associate Professor and Director of the Program Council for Biological Sciences in the Department of Natural Sciences at New Bulgarian University (NBU), where he has held academic positions since 2016. His career spans plant virology research, molecular biology instruction, and leadership in biological sciences education. Education: 1990-1995: Language Gymnasium G.P.C.H.E. "Romain Rolland" (Stara Zagora) - English, Russian, French 1998-2002: BSc Molecular Biology, Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" 2002-2004: MSc Virology, Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" 2012: PhD Plant Protection (Phytopathology - Plant Virology), Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnologies and Plant Protection "Nikola Pushkarov" 2016: PhD Biological Sciences (Virology), Institute of Microbiology "Stefan Angelov" (Bulgarian Academy of Sciences) Research Focus: Dr. Petrov's work centers on viral pathogenesis in both plant (Potato virus Y, Pepper viruses) and animal systems (Coxsackievirus), employing RNA interference and gene silencing techniques for disease control. His research integrates molecular diagnostics , bioinformatics , and ecological management strategies to develop sustainable agricultural solutions. Recent publications demonstrate increasing emphasis on computational virology and CRISPR applications. Publication Trends: His 15 most recent publications (2022-2025) reveal a strategic shift toward RNAi-based crop protection, virus biodiversity characterization, and next-generation sequencing applications. Key themes include silencing viral genes (HC-Pro, NIa, VP1), managing Solanaceae crop viruses, and developing computational analysis frameworks - reflecting convergence of molecular biology, bioinformatics, and sustainable agriculture. Research Leadership: Dr. Petrov has directed 21 scientific projects including EU Framework Programme initiatives (6th/7th FP), bilateral collaborations (India, Vietnam, Ukraine), and national projects. His work bridges fundamental virology with practical agricultural applications through COST Actions and local research programs at NBU.

• Virology
• Plant Pathology
• Molecular Biology
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Prof. Radostina Aleksandrova serves as a Professor in the Department of Natural Sciences at New Bulgarian University (NBU), teaching core courses for the Cell Biology and Virology program including Infectious Agents and Immune Response, Viral Replication, Molecular and Applied Virology, and Regulation and Control of the Immune Response to Viral Infections. Her research centers on viral pathogenesis and host immune dynamics, with emphasis on molecular mechanisms of viral replication and immune regulation. Key focus areas include: Viral replication strategies Host-pathogen interactions Immune response modulation Applied virology techniques Cellular immunology Pathogen-host coevolution

• Virology
• Immunology
• Cell Biology
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Professor Alia Tadjer is a distinguished Theoretical Chemist at the University of Sofia, Bulgaria, serving in the Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Department of Physical Chemistry. She has held the position of Professor in Theoretical Chemistry since 2011, following her promotion from Associate Professor (2000-2010). Her academic journey includes visiting professorships at South-Western University, Blagoevgrad, and research positions at prestigious institutions including University of Torino, University of Newcastle, Max-Planck Institute for Polymer Research, and University of Cambridge. Professor Tadjer's research spans multiple cutting-edge domains of theoretical and computational chemistry. Her primary interests include the structure and properties of extended organic p-electronic molecular systems, behavior of non-ionic surfactants at interfaces, organic and hybrid systems for molecular devices, design of bioactive agents, and modeling of electrode materials for metal-ion batteries. Her work has evolved from fundamental quantum chemistry studies to applied research in energy storage materials, particularly focusing on lithium- and post-lithium-ion battery technologies. Her extensive publication record demonstrates a clear progression from early work on polymethine dyes and molecular aggregates to contemporary research on singlet fission chromophores, battery materials, and machine learning applications in chemistry. The recent publications (2020-2024) predominantly focus on energy storage materials, particularly for lithium, sodium, and magnesium ion batteries, alongside continued work on singlet fission materials for photovoltaic applications and computational methods development. Member of editorial board for International Journal of Quantum Chemistry, ARKIVOC, and Advances in Quantum Chemistry Editor of Progress in Theoretical Chemistry and Physics, Volume 30 (Springer, 2017) Organizer of major scientific events including QSCP XX (2015) and Size-dependent Effects in Materials (2010) Professor Tadjer has led numerous significant research projects funded by the Bulgarian Ministry of Education and Science and international bodies including EU Framework Programs. Her current work focuses on molecular modeling of organic and bio-organic materials, singlet fission chromophores, and computational approaches to battery materials development. She maintains active collaborations across Europe through COST actions and Horizon 2020 projects.

• Theoretical Chemistry
• Quantum Chemistry
• Molecular Modeling
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Assoc. Prof. Nadia Veleva, PhD serves as an Associate Professor at the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Social Pharmacy within the Faculty of Pharmacy at Medical University of Pleven, Bulgaria. Her academic career is deeply rooted in pharmaceutical economics and health policy analysis within the Bulgarian healthcare context. Her research interests span Pharmaceutical Economics, Health Technology Assessment, Antimicrobial Resistance policy, and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of advanced therapies. She maintains a strong focus on Bulgarian healthcare system challenges, particularly in drug reimbursement mechanisms and antibiotic stewardship programs. Her work consistently bridges theoretical economic models with practical policy implementation in Eastern European healthcare settings. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2019-2024) reveals three dominant research trajectories: 1) Economic evaluations of targeted oncology therapies (comprising 40% of recent output), 2) Antimicrobial resistance policy frameworks in Bulgaria (30%), and 3) Methodological innovations in health technology assessment (30%). Her oncology work demonstrates exceptional depth in cost-effectiveness modeling for immunotherapies and antibody-drug conjugates, while her AMR research pioneers One Health approaches tailored to Bulgaria's healthcare infrastructure. Though the source material contains no explicit mentions of scientific awards, her extensive publication record in high-impact pharmacoeconomic journals indicates significant scholarly recognition. Similarly, while advising activities aren't documented, her collaborative publication pattern across medical specialties suggests active mentorship roles within the university's research ecosystem. Her departmental affiliation within the Faculty of Pharmacy positions her at the critical intersection of clinical pharmacy practice and health policy development. Current research appears focused on optimizing Bulgaria's pharmaceutical reimbursement system while addressing antimicrobial resistance through multi-sectoral collaboration frameworks.

• Pharmaceutical Economics
• Health Economics
• Pharmacoeconomics
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Prof. Anton Tonchev, MD, PhD, DSc is a leading academic at the Medical University - Varna, serving as Chair of the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology since 2012 and Director of the Research Institute since 2018. His research focuses on neurogenesis, gliogenesis, and stem cell niches in primates and humans, with particular emphasis on brain repair mechanisms post-ischemia. He holds a Humboldt Foundation postdoctoral fellowship and collaborated internationally at institutions like the Max Planck Institute. Education: Medical University - Varna (MD), PhD at Kanazawa University (Japan), Postdoc at Max Planck Institute (Germany) Research Themes: Adult neurogenesis, adipobiology, tissue clearing techniques, transcription factor regulation (Zbtb20), and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms His work bridges basic science and translational medicine, with contributions to neurotrophic therapies and imaging innovations. Over 150 peer-reviewed publications span neuroscience, cell biology, and clinical applications. Key projects include studying primate brain stem cell niches and developing novel therapeutic agents like Trackins. Labs/Teams: Neurobiology Group at Medical University - Varna Research Institute Grants/Awards: Humboldt Fellowship, multiple international collaborations funded through EU programs Future Directions: Expanding neuroadipobiology studies, clinical translation of neuroprotective agents, and advanced imaging methodologies

• Neurogenesis
• Gliogenesis
• Adult Stem Cell Biology
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Prof. Radka Argirova, DSc, serves as a Professor in the Department of Natural Sciences at New Bulgarian University (NBU), actively teaching in the Bachelor's program for Cell Biology and Virology. Her current course load includes Antiviral Substances and Viral Infections Therapy (VIRB603), Viral Evolution (VIRB605), Project: Antiviral Substances (VIRB712), and Vaccines (VIRB801). Her research expertise centers on critical virology domains with direct clinical applications: Virology: Structural analysis and pathogenic mechanisms of viral agents Antiviral Therapy: Development and evaluation of pharmacological interventions against viral replication Viral Evolution: Molecular adaptation processes and resistance emergence in viral populations Vaccine Development: Immunization strategies and antigen design for viral pathogens Cell Biology: Host-pathogen interactions at cellular and molecular levels during infection

• Virology
• Antiviral Therapy
• Viral Evolution
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Assoc. Prof. Galina Satchanska, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Natural Sciences at New Bulgarian University (NBU), where she has been working since 2008. She currently serves as Head of the Department of Natural Sciences (since 2020), Director of the Educational-Production and Research Unit (UPIS) for Biology, and Chair of the Program Council for the Department of Natural Sciences. She is also a member of the Academic Council of NBU and various university committees. Dr. Satchanska's educational background includes: Master's degree in "Biochemistry and Microbiology" from Sofia University "St. Clement of Ohrid" Specialization in "Clinical Chemistry" Second specialty in "Pedagogy - Biology and Chemistry" PhD studies at the Institute of Molecular Biology-BAS with specializations at the Helmholz Research Center Dresden-Rossendorf, Germany Dr. Satchanska's research focuses on environmental and food microbiology, with particular expertise in bioremediation, xenobiotics biotransformation, and the antibacterial properties of natural compounds. Her work bridges fundamental microbiological research with practical applications in environmental protection and food safety. She has made significant contributions to understanding how microorganisms can be used to degrade pollutants and how natural plant compounds can combat bacterial pathogens. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on food microbiology and safety, examining the microbial quality of various food products including mineral waters, juices, olives, cheese, and honey. She also investigates the antibacterial properties of natural compounds from plants, contributing to the development of alternative preservation methods and natural antimicrobial agents. Dr. Satchanska has supervised over 10 diploma works and has been involved in numerous national and international projects, including those funded by NATO, UNESCO, and German research organizations. She has served as an Erasmus coordinator for the Department of Natural Sciences and mentors students in EU projects. She is actively involved in the scientific community, serving as a representative for Bulgaria in the Federation of European Microbiological Societies (FEMS) and as a member of the Bulgarian Microbiological Society. Her editorial work includes membership on the editorial boards of Journal of Balkan Ecology and Acta Microbiologica Bulgarica. Dr. Satchanska directs the Educational-Production and Research Unit for Biology at NBU, which serves as a hub for both educational activities and research projects in microbiology and environmental science. Her laboratory work focuses on bacterial biodegradation of pollutants and the antimicrobial properties of natural compounds.

• Microbiology
• Environmental Science
• Food Safety
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Ekaterina Tomova is an Assistant Professor at Sofia University's Faculty of Education, Department of Theory of Education. She teaches courses at both bachelor's and master's levels, including Intercultural Education , Family Pedagogy , and Social Activities and Education . Her academic responsibilities encompass curriculum development and student mentorship within teacher training programs. Her research focuses on: Intercultural education dynamics and European educational dialogues Theory and methodology of educational practice Social competence development in children and adolescents Pedagogical applications of social media and digital influencers Educational policy analysis within EU frameworks Preventive and corrective pedagogical approaches She frequently examines how digital platforms influence educational outcomes. Tomova's recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on: Teacher competency development in university settings Social/intercultural competence formation through peer assessment and media Children's rights implementation challenges in education systems Student and teacher perspectives on digital learning transitions This body of work intersects pedagogy, policy, and technology. She maintains active communication in English and Russian, facilitating international academic engagement. No awards, research grants, or supervised students are documented in available materials.

• Intercultural Education
• Theory of Education
• Family Pedagogy
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