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Plamena Atanasova Marinova-DragozovaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Low Temperature Plasma
• Modelling and Simulation
• Optical Spectroscopy
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Plamena Atanasova Marinova-Dragozova serves as Chief Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Physics and Informatics at the Faculty of Forest Industry, University of Forestry, Sofia, Bulgaria, where she has been a faculty member since 2018. Her academic credentials include: Graduation in Plasma Physics from Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski' (2014) PhD in Plasma Physics and Gas Discharges from Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski' (2020) Her research specializes in low-temperature plasma physics , with emphasis on computational modeling, optical spectroscopic analysis, and practical implementations of plasma technologies. She actively develops applications bridging plasma science with sustainable solutions in biomedical, agricultural, and environmental domains, focusing particularly on how plasma discharges interact with biological systems and natural materials relevant to forestry sciences. Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between fundamental physics and real-world ecological challenges. She leads Physics seminars for undergraduate students at the Faculty of Forest Industry, integrating plasma physics concepts with practical forestry applications through hands-on laboratory instruction.

• Image processing
• 3D visualization
• Virtual Reality
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Prof. PhD Miroslav Nikolov Galabov is a Professor at the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics, St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Turnovo in Bulgaria. His academic career spans several decades with significant contributions to computer science, particularly in the areas of 3D visualization, virtual and augmented reality, and image processing. He maintains active research collaborations and participates in multiple funded projects at the university. Professor Galabov's research interests focus on cutting-edge technologies including: Image processing and computer vision 3D visualization and modeling Virtual and Augmented Reality systems Microprocessor systems and embedded computing System programming and software architecture Multimedia systems and publishing technologies E-business applications and social network technologies His scholarly output demonstrates a clear evolution from foundational work in digital signal processing and image compression toward contemporary research in cloud infrastructure, semantic web technologies, and digital twin applications. Recent publications show a strong emphasis on practical implementations of AWS infrastructure, microservices architecture, and blockchain solutions for IoT systems. His work consistently bridges theoretical computer science with real-world applications across multiple domains including education, business, and cultural heritage preservation. Professor Galabov actively participates in significant research projects including: "Изследване и анализ на приложението на технологични инструменти и инфраструктура като креативна среда за трансфер на знания" (2025-2025) "Изследване, анализ и популяризиране на мобилни технологии и софтуерни приложения в полза на студенти със специални потребности" (2025-2025) "Изследване възможностите на технологиите за виртуална и добавена реалност за атрактивно представяне и популяризиране на българското фолклорно наследство" (2023-2023) Multiple projects related to 3D visualization, e-learning, and digital infrastructure development

• Architecture
• Industrial Design
• Computer Science
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Hristo Barakov is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Architecture, Department of Industrial Buildings, University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy (UACEG) in Sofia, Bulgaria. His academic work focuses on integrating computer and information technologies into architectural design and education. Education: Master's Degree in Architecture, UACEG (1996) Research Interests: Application of computer technologies in architectural design Digital tools for industrial building projects Information systems in architectural education Contact: Office: Room 718, Building A, UACEG Email: barakov_far@uacg.bg Reception Hours: Monday 14:00-15:00, Tuesday 14:00-15:00 Professional Activities: Teaching students Design and consulting work

• Drug Recovery in Elite Athletes
• Conditioning Training in Sports
• Sports Science
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Assistant Professor Boris Vodenicharov, PhD, is affiliated with the Faculty of Pedagogy at the National Sports Academy "Vasil Levski", where he serves in the Department of Athletics. His career spans roles as both an academic and a professional athletics coach. Bachelor's Degree in "Athletics Coach" and "Sports Journalism" (2003) Master's Degree in Athletics - high-performance sport (2004) Doctoral Dissertation on explosive power in athletic throwing (2012) His research focuses on drug recovery in elite athletes and conditioning training for diverse sports including volleyball, football, and combat disciplines. He has coached national champions in javelin throw, shot put, triple jump, and long jump, with athletes achieving European and national records, Balkan championships, and Olympic participation. His athletes include Mihaela Pekova (2019-present), Georgi Ivanov (2012-2016), and Kolyo Neshev (2008-2011). Beyond athletics, he holds proficiency in multiple languages (German, English, Russian) and computer skills in MS Office. His career demonstrates a unique blend of academic expertise and practical coaching excellence.

• Software Quality
• Aesthetics in Programming
• Probability and Statistics
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Asst. Prof. Lachezar Tomov, PhD is a faculty member at the Department of Informatics , New Bulgarian University (NBU), with 14+ years of experience in software engineering, optimization methods, and web programming. His research spans software quality, programming aesthetics, probability/statistics, and the history/philosophy of science. He collaborates with Medical University-Sofia and BAS Institute of Mathematics and Informatics on epidemiological studies, particularly in infectious diseases and COVID-19 pandemic modeling. Research Interests include: Software Quality and Aesthetic Metrics Epidemiological Modeling and Medical Statistics Risk Management and Statistical Process Control History/Philosophy of Science and Mathematics Crosstalk between Liberal Arts and STEM Scientific Awards : 2021 BAIT Award - First Place in Practical IT Teaching SUPER STEM AMBASSADOR Gold Medal (2021-2023) Grant Collaborations : NBU Long-Term Energy Consumption Forecasting Project (2016) MU-Sofia Hepatitis A Clinical Data Modeling (2020) NBU Faculty Interdisciplinary Conference (2022) Central Development Fund Project #1603 (2022) Labs & Teams : Collaborates with NBU Risk Analysis Laboratory , multidisciplinary teams at Medical University-Sofia, and contributes to open-access science platforms like BG Nauka and Venets journal.

• Microbiome Research
• Pulmonary Sarcoidosis
• Microbial Diversity
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Yordan Hodzhev is a Senior Lecturer and Doctor of Microbiology at New Bulgarian University (NBU) and the National Center of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases in Sofia, Bulgaria. His primary affiliation is with the Department of Natural Sciences at NBU, where he contributes to academic instruction and advanced research in microbiology and biomedical sciences. Research Focus Dr. Hodzhev's research explores: Microbiome dysbiosis in pulmonary sarcoidosis using metagenomic and computational approaches Pathogen surveillance in extreme environments and bat populations Microbial genetics and recombinant DNA techniques for therapeutic applications Blood microbiota visualization and its role in inflammatory diseases His work integrates genomics, microscopy, and machine learning to study host-microbe interactions and disease etiology. Publication Trends Recent articles (2019-2024) demonstrate a strong focus on: Microbiome dynamics in sarcoidosis and tuberculosis Genomic characterization of multidrug-resistant pathogens Neuroprotective effects of natural compounds in neurodegenerative disorders Innovative diagnostic methods for microbial detection Collaborations span multiple Bulgarian institutions including the National Center of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases, with interdisciplinary work bridging microbiology, genomics, and neuroscience. Professional Activities Dr. Hodzhev teaches Practice in Microbiology, Biochemistry and Reproductive Biology (CELB515) and maintains active research partnerships. No awards, grants, or student advisement details are documented.

• Molecular Biology
• Bioinformatics
• Biotechnology
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Kiril Todorov Kirilov is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at New Bulgarian University, where he has been employed since 2022. Previously, he worked as a researcher at the Institute of Molecular Biology, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (2007-2022). He holds a Master's degree in Engineering Biotechnology from the University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy, Sofia (2001) and a PhD in Molecular Biology from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (2014). His specialized training includes bioinformatics at the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology in Italy (2003) and Carleton University in Canada (2013). His research focuses on molecular biology, bioinformatics, and biotechnology, with specific interests in codon usage patterns, glycation processes, enzyme kinetics, and therapeutic compound development. He has published extensively on topics ranging from DNA analysis techniques to neurotensin applications in Parkinson's disease. Dr. Kirilov teaches multiple courses including Zoology of Vertebrates, Genetic Engineering, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Industrial Biotechnology. He holds two patents (2017) for educational materials in chemistry and environmental protection designed for secondary schools.

• Artificial intelligence
• Data mining/analytics and knowledge discovery
• Data science
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Professor Simeon Simoff is Dean of the School of Computer, Data & Mathematical Sciences at Western Sydney University , with a career spanning institutions like University of Technology Sydney , University of Sydney , and Middle East Technical University . His work bridges Artificial Intelligence , Data Mining , and Virtual Worlds , focusing on visual analytics and human-computer interaction . Qualifications: PhD, Moscow Power Engineering Institute MScEng, Moscow Power Engineering Institute BScEng, Moscow Power Engineering Institute Research Interests include AI interpretability , data sonification , and immersive environments , as evidenced by projects like Visual Data Mining (Springer, 2008) and FriendZone Smart Living Space (2010-2011). His 15 most recent publications (2014-2021) span genomics visualization , RFID healthcare applications , and 3D virtual agent design . Awards & Leadership: Founding Director of the Institute of Analytics Professionals of Australia Editor of ACS Conferences in Research and Practice in Information Technology (CRPIT) series Associate Editor for ASCE's Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering Projects include Waves of Words (2018-2022, Australian Research Council) and Deep Learning of Complex Genomics Data (2016-2017, Cancer Institute NSW), with collaborations across Sydney Children's Hospital Network and Intersect Consortium .

• Computer Science
• Data Analysis
• Public Administration Informatics
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Prof. Krasimir Kalinov, PhD, is a faculty member at New Bulgarian University's Informatics Department. He currently teaches BAEB035 Economic (Business) Statistics as part of the Bachelor's Programmes. His research interests span Computer Science, Data Analysis, Business Statistics, and Public Administration Informatics. While no specific publications or awards are listed in the current materials, his role involves integrating technical informatics skills with public management applications through curriculum development and instruction. Contact: kkalinov@nbu.bg

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Psychology
• Visual Perception
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Assoc. Prof. Ivan Ivanov, PhD, serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Telecommunications at New Bulgarian University (NBU), teaching core courses including SECB810 (Information Management Assurance) and TCMB862 (Internet-Based Networks and Protocols) within the Bachelor's Program in Telecommunications and Computer Technology. His academic role integrates engineering education with cutting-edge cognitive neuroscience research. Ivanov's research spans visual neuroscience and neurolinguistics, with dual emphases on face/body perception mechanisms and bilingual language processing. His methodological expertise encompasses electrophysiology (ERP/EEG) and functional neuroimaging (fMRI), applied to investigate neural coding in primate and human models. This interdisciplinary approach bridges telecommunications signal processing with cognitive science, particularly in analyzing neural responses to visual and linguistic stimuli. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2015-2025) reveals dominant trends in mesoscale neural organization for face/body processing and bilingual cognitive control. His work frequently employs primate neurophysiology to map body-selective cortical patches while simultaneously exploring second-language activation dynamics in humans. Key methodological innovations include fixation-related potentials for bilingual studies and fMRI adaptations for trauma evaluation in refugee populations. Scientific Awards: No awards were documented in the provided materials. Advising and Grants: Available documentation indicates no formal student advisees or research grants. Ivanov's academic profile emphasizes independent research and course instruction, with publications primarily reflecting departmental collaborations rather than externally funded projects. Laboratory and Team Affiliations: While specific labs are unmentioned, his fMRI/ERP work implies access to neuroimaging facilities, likely through cross-departmental partnerships between Telecommunications and Psychology/Neuroscience units at NBU. His trauma-stabilization studies suggest clinical collaborations with refugee support organizations.

• Cybersecurity
• Aerospace Engineering
• 3D Modeling
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Dr. Yoana Ivanova is an Associate Professor at the Department of Telecommunications of the New Bulgarian University (NBU), where she has taught since 2016. Her academic career began at the Institute of Information and Communication Technologies of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (2014-2018). Education BSc in Engineering Physics , specialization in Communications and Electronics (2000-2004), Faculty of Physics, Sofia University MSc in Communication and Information Systems in Security and Defense (2012-2013), Military Academy "G. S. Rakovski" PhD in Automated Systems for Information Processing and Management (2020), Military Academy "G. S. Rakovski" Research Interests: Focus on cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, 3D modeling for aerospace engineering, microwave technology , and artificial neural networks for steganalysis and digital recognition. Her work bridges digital transformation with security applications in telecommunications and defense. Publications: Authored a 2024 monograph on crystal optimization for telecommunications , 10+ peer-reviewed papers in Web of Science journals (IJITS, MATEC Web of Conferences), and conference proceedings in NATO and defense-related symposia. Key topics include cyberattack simulations , 3D printing for radio devices , and AI-driven security solutions .

• Femtosecond Laser Physics
• Theoretical and Numerical Modeling
• Solid State Physics
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Tzveta Apostolova serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Telecommunications at New Bulgarian University's Faculty of Telecommunications and Computer Technology. Her academic role encompasses teaching core physics and telecommunications courses while leading theoretical research in laser-matter interactions. Her research spans femtosecond laser physics , solid state physics , and biophysics , with emphasis on theoretical modeling of laser-induced phenomena in semiconductors and dielectrics. Key investigations include nanoplasm generation in atomic clusters, high harmonic generation in diamond, and non-equilibrium electron dynamics under intense irradiation. Her work bridges fundamental quantum kinetics with applications in nanofabrication, plasmonics, and inertial confinement fusion. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2000-2018) reveals dominant focus on ultrafast laser-semiconductor interactions , quantum kinetic modeling , and nonlinear optical phenomena . Recurring subfields include femtosecond pulse dynamics, electron-hole pair excitation, and high-harmonic generation in wide-bandgap materials, demonstrating consistent specialization in laser-driven solid-state processes. Her teaching portfolio includes foundational courses such as Physics for Telecommunications , Fiber-Optic Communication Systems , and AI Systems , alongside advanced mathematics and optimization modules. Institutional involvement includes leadership in the DNTP/France 01/9/09.05.2017 project on nanoplasm generation and participation in COST Action MP1208 for inertial confinement fusion research.

• Microbiology
• Biotechnology
• Biochemistry
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Milena Nikolova Petrova is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Natural Sciences at New Bulgarian University. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences (Microbiology) from Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski', with a dissertation focused on bioactive products from natural sources. B.Sc. in Biology, Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski' (2008) M.Sc. in Botany (Higher Plants), Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski' (2012) Ph.D. in Biological Sciences (Microbiology), Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski' (2021) Her research spans multiple disciplines within microbiology, biotechnology, and biochemistry, with particular emphasis on: Antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of natural extracts Antibacterial compounds from marine organisms Development of laboratory methodologies Natural product discovery from algae and crustaceans Biomedical applications of marine proteins Computational analysis of microbial assays Recent publications highlight her work in marine microbiology, antimicrobial resistance, and bioactive compound discovery. Trends show a focus on translating natural resource studies into pharmaceutical and biotechnological applications. She currently teaches VIRB806 Practice in Microbiology and offers office hours for student consultations at New Bulgarian University.

Karachevtsev Artem OlegovichView profile

Assistant Professor

• Web application development
• JavaScript technologies
• Frontend architecture design
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Artem Olegovich Karachevtsev is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science in Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University , Ukraine. With a background in biotechnical systems and computer science, he contributes to both academic and applied research in software engineering and optical diagnostics. Academic Degree: Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (Optics and Laser Physics) Education: Dual Master's degrees in Electronic Devices (2008) and Computer Science (2023) Research Interests include: Web application optimization using JavaScript technologies and frontend architecture design Digital signal/image processing via laser Fourier-Stokes polarimetry Biomedical optics and polarization imaging for medical diagnostics Recent Research Trends demonstrate interdisciplinary work combining Android/Web development with optical metrology , including publications on design patterns (2024), Nuxt.js frameworks (2023), and advanced polarization techniques for diagnosing liver diseases and intestinal pathologies (2020). Professional Engagement includes membership in the Chernivtsi IT Cluster (2022-present) and practical experience as a lead programmer at LLC Contracts-2005 and software developer at LLC My DtKt .

Olar Oleksandr ValeriyuvychView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer Science
• Web Development
• Machine Learning
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Olar Oleksandr Valeriyuvych serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University, holding a Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences degree with expertise spanning computer science and optics. His interdisciplinary work bridges web development, machine learning, and biomedical imaging applications. Education: Graduated from Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University (2015) with a degree in Laser and Optoelectronic Engineering (Research Engineer) Awarded Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (2019) for dissertation on 'Differential Muller-matrix diagnostics of polycrystalline structure of biological layers' (Specialty 01.04.05 – Optics, laser physics) His research integrates computational techniques across two primary domains: computer science (web development frameworks, machine learning algorithms, distributed systems) and optics (Mueller-matrix polarimetry, biomedical tissue analysis, forensic diagnostics). Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in developing web applications for health monitoring systems and computational methods for optical field analysis. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals evolving focus from pure optics research (2018-2020) toward computer science applications (2021-2024), with increasing emphasis on machine learning implementations and full-stack development. Key trends include convolutional neural networks for image recognition, distributed computing solutions for optical simulations, and practical web frameworks for real-world applications like pandemic monitoring and e-commerce systems. Professional Activities: Member of Bukovina Information Technology Cluster (Chernivtsi IT Cluster) since 2021 (Certificate CB No. 102021) Practitioner for 'New Side Solutions' company Author of multiple textbooks including 'Applied Programming: From Theory to Practice' (2021) and 'Modern Web Development Technologies: Frontend Development' (2022) He maintains active professional development through numerous certifications including Google Project Management specialization and advanced React/Node.js training, while teaching JavaScript technologies courses. Information regarding specific student advising and grant funding details is not provided in available sources.