Geodetic Reference Systems Professors and Supervisors

Borislav AlexandrovView profile

Associate Professor

University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and GeodesyBulgaria

Assoc. Prof. Borislav Alexandrov is a leading academic in geodesy and geoinformatics at the University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy (UACEG) in Sofia, Bulgaria. As Head of the Department of Geodesy and Geoinformatics, he specializes in marine geodesy, hydrography, and polar research, with extensive fieldwork in Antarctica since 1998. Director of the geodetic team at the Bulgarian Antarctic Base "St. Kliment Ohridski" Conducted precise geodetic measurements and GNSS studies across six Antarctic expeditions Developed the first Bulgarian tide gauge station on Livingston Island Research Focus His work spans: Polar Geodesy : Monitoring climate change impacts through Antarctic geospatial surveys Geodynamics : Analyzing tectonic movements in Southwest Bulgaria using GPS networks Hydrography : Innovating techniques for sea level and coastal monitoring Instrumentation : Advancing calibration methods for geodetic equipment Academic Contributions He has shaped geospatial education at UACEG, integrating field research into curricula, and led the establishment of geodetic infrastructure in extreme polar environments. His publications reflect interdisciplinary applications of geodesy in environmental science and engineering.

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Valentin DANCIUView profile

Associate Professor

Technical University of Civil Engineering BucharestRomania

Valentin DANCIU serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Geodesy and Photogrammetry at the Faculty of Geodesy, University of Architecture and Civil Engineering of Bucharest, where he holds a Doctor of Engineering degree and directs the GEOS Research Center since 2019. His research spans geodesy, space geodesy, and GNSS implementation, with expertise in spatio-temporal reference systems, coordinate transformations, geoid modeling, and 3D surface analysis. He specializes in processing geodetic measurements, statistical analysis, and integrating satellite/terrestrial technologies for crustal movement studies and infrastructure monitoring. His work focuses on optimizing geodetic networks and advancing applications in navigation, photogrammetry, and GIS across Romania and cross-border regions. Dr. DANCIU manages the Dunavatu de Jos Laboratory in Tulcea County and leads specialized services including geodetic network design per IGS/EUREF standards, GNSS equipment verification, and calibration protocols. He organizes postgraduate training courses in geodesy and oversees research projects involving structural monitoring for dams, highways, port constructions, and nuclear facilities.

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Daria Filipiak-KowszykView profile

Assistant Professor

Gdańsk University of TechnologyPoland

Daria Filipiak-Kowszyk serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Geodesy within the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Gdańsk University of Technology. Her office is located in room 114b of the Civil and Environmental Engineering Building (HYDRO). She maintains an active research program focused on geodetic measurements for structural safety assessment and displacement monitoring in engineering applications. Dr. Filipiak-Kowszyk's research centers on displacement measurement techniques and structural monitoring systems. Her work addresses critical safety issues through precise geodetic control measurements, with specializations in vertical displacement analysis in relative monitoring networks, geometrical condition assessment of crane bridges, and statistical approaches to displacement significance evaluation. Her research extends to elevator shaft control measurements and predictive modeling using Kalman filtering for seaport transport structures. Her publication record from 2016-2020 demonstrates consistent progression from fundamental displacement measurement techniques to sophisticated analysis methods incorporating statistical approaches and predictive modeling. The research shows strong practical applications in monitoring critical infrastructure components, particularly crane systems and elevator installations where safety depends on precise geometrical conditions. Dr. Filipiak-Kowszyk serves on the board of the Polish Geodetic Society (Stowarzyszenie Geodetów Polskich) in the Gdańsk branch, contributing to the professional geodetic community. She teaches multiple courses including Adjustment Calculus, Applied Use of Surveying Data Adjustment and Analysis, and Geodesy I/II across undergraduate programs in Geodesy and Cartography with Engineering Geodesy specialization, as well as courses for Construction Engineering students.

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Kamil ŁapińskiView profile

Lecturer

Gdańsk University of TechnologyPoland

Kamil Łapiński serves as an Assistant lecturer at the Department of Geodesy within the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Gdańsk University of Technology, working from room 114a of the HYDRO building. His educational background includes a Master's degree in Geodesy and Estate Appraisal from the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn. He is a certified Surveyor with extensive practical experience in civil engineering projects, including major infrastructure developments both domestically and internationally. Łapiński's research focuses on geodesy, engineering applications, and geodetic monitoring, with particular emphasis on marine geodesy and navigation systems. His work contributes to improving maritime operational safety through precise geodetic measurements and gravimetric analysis. His 2024 publication analyzes how land reference point coordinates affect marine gravimetric measurements, which serves as the foundation for 3D maritime inertial navigation systems. This research demonstrates his expertise in connecting theoretical geodesy with practical navigation applications. He is actively involved in two significant research projects: BalMarGrav, which develops homogenized marine gravity maps of the Baltic Sea for geodetic and navigation applications, and InfraNoise, which monitors railway traffic's environmental impact. Łapiński teaches multiple courses including Marine Geodesy with Navigation, Geodetic Measurements, Geomatics, and Engineering Drawing and CAD Systems across various academic years from 2022-2025, demonstrating his commitment to both theoretical and practical geodetic education.

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Amiri SimkooeiView profile

Professor

Delft University of TechnologyNetherlands

Dr. Amiri Simkooei is a Professor in the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology, specializing in Operations & Environment. His research spans the application of aerospace engineering principles to environmental monitoring and geospatial analysis, with strong connections to both theoretical and practical aspects of remote sensing and GNSS technologies. Dr. Simkooei's research interests focus on the intersection of aerospace engineering and environmental science, particularly in developing advanced methods for data analysis. His work in least squares variance component estimation has provided significant contributions to GNSS time series processing, while his environmental applications include aircraft noise monitoring systems and marine habitat characterization using remote sensing technologies. His recent publications (2025-2026) demonstrate a strong research trajectory with applications spanning from airport environmental management to marine ecosystem monitoring. The research shows a consistent theme of applying rigorous mathematical and statistical methods to solve practical environmental monitoring challenges using aerospace-derived technologies. Dr. Simkooei actively supervises graduate students, as evidenced by thesis-related datasets, and collaborates extensively within TU Delft and with external partners on environmental monitoring projects. His work bridges theoretical geodetic methods with practical environmental applications, making significant contributions to both aerospace engineering and environmental science communities. His research group focuses on GNSS and remote sensing applications, with particular expertise in data processing algorithms, environmental monitoring systems, and marine habitat mapping. The group maintains strong connections with Dutch environmental agencies and aerospace industry partners, facilitating the translation of research into practical applications.

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Borislav AleksandrovView profile

Associate Professor

University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and GeodesyBulgaria

Prof. Dr. Eng. Borislav Aleksandrov serves as Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Geodesy and Geoinformatics at the Faculty of Geodesy, University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy (UACEG). His academic leadership spans departmental administration and specialized instruction in marine geodesy, GIS, and precision measurement techniques. Academic Background: 1986: Engineer in Geodesy, Photogrammetry and Cartography, VIAS 2011: PhD, UACEG 2013: Academic Teaching Methodology Alexandrov's research focuses on Marine geodesy, Oceanology, and Polar research , with significant contributions to Antarctic exploration and hydrographic surveying. His work integrates advanced GNSS technologies for precision measurements in extreme environments, deformation analysis of engineering structures, and comprehensive geodetic equipment verification systems. He maintains fluency in English, Spanish, and Russian to support international collaborations. His publication record demonstrates consistent specialization in Antarctic geodetic infrastructure, tide gauge systems, and environmental monitoring. Key trends include the development of Bulgaria's first Antarctic tide station (2017), reference bases for equipment verification, and hydrographic applications for biodiversity studies. Key Projects and Leadership: Project Manager for Bulgaria's First Antarctic Tide Station (2017) Lead for National Geodetic Equipment Verification Base (2011) Director of Antarctic digital mapping projects (2015-2016) Principal Investigator for Waterfall Research System (2024-2025) Alexandrov actively participates in polar research through the Bulgarian Antarctic Institute and the Association of Young Polar Explorers. His field experience includes six Antarctic expeditions, making him the first Bulgarian surveyor to work on the continent (1998). He also contributes to mountain rescue services and underwater photography as complementary professional activities.

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Georgi MarinovView profile

Assistant Professor

University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and GeodesyBulgaria

Georgi Marinov serves as Assistant Professor at the University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy (UACEG) in Sofia, Bulgaria, within the Faculty of Geodesy's Department of Higher Geodesy. His current responsibilities include teaching exercises on Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and Basic Geodetic Measurements and Networks. Education: Doctor of Science in General, Higher and Applied Geodesy (2009, Sofia) Master of Engineering in Geodesy (2003, UACEG-Sofia) Marinov's research focuses on engineering geodesy applications, particularly coordinate transformations and GNSS network analysis. His work bridges theoretical geodesy with practical construction projects, including Sofia metro expansions and anti-erosion infrastructure. The 2008 publications reveal deep expertise in seven-parameter Helmert transformations, addressing computational challenges in datum conversions and deformation analysis. His methodologies support precision requirements in large-scale civil engineering where millimeter-level accuracy is critical. Marinov actively participates in the BALkan GEodetic Observing System (BALGEOS), contributing to regional geodetic infrastructure. His project portfolio includes: Comprehensive geodynamics study in Krupnik-Kresna region Sofia metro expansion (multiple sections) Tunnel construction under Cherni Vrah Boulevard Varna slope anti-erosion reinforcement He holds legal certification for cadastre activities and maintains proficiency in English and Russian for international collaboration.

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