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• Machine and Process Control
• Transport Processes
• Heat and Mass Transfer
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Professor Dagmar Janáčová serves as a full-time faculty member at Tomas Bata University in Zlín's Faculty of Applied Informatics, where she leads research in the Institute of Automation and Control Engineering. Her academic career spans over three decades with progressive appointments culminating in her 2013 professorship in Machine and Process Control. Education: Secondary School for Tannery in Otrokovice (1979-1983) Ing. from Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Technology in Zlín (1983-1987) CSc. (PhD equivalent) from Brno University of Technology (1990-1993) Habilitation (doc.) in Machine and Process Control from University of Mining and Technology Ostrava (2003) Research Focus: Professor Janáčová specializes in engineering calculations for transport phenomena with emphasis on heat and mass transfer systems. Her work integrates mathematical modeling of industrial processes, optimization methodologies, and environmental applications—particularly innovative waste recycling technologies. This interdisciplinary research bridges chemical engineering principles with advanced control systems for sustainable industrial solutions. Professional Leadership: Chair of Scientific Council, Czech Metrological Institute (Prague) Member of Scientific Council, Faculty of Applied Informatics (UTB) Field Board member for doctoral programs in Engineering Informatics, Industrial Systems Management, and Technical Cybernetics International committee roles for ICCC, EAI, WSEAS, DAAAM, and ARaP conferences Global Engagement: Internationally recognized through research stays at Chalmers University of Technology (Sweden, 1995-1996) and Roland Spranz Unternehmensberatung (Germany, 1998-1999), she maintains active collaborations through the Czech Society of Chemical Engineering and multiple international conference committees.

Roman JašekView profile

Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Artificial Intelligence
• Systems Engineering
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Prof. Roman Jašek is a Professor and Director of the Institute of Informatics and Artificial Intelligence at the Faculty of Applied Informatics, Tomas Bata University in Zlín. He holds dual professorial titles - Professor in Systems Engineering and Informatics (Czech Republic) and Professor of Technical Sciences (Polish Republic). His educational background includes: 2017: Professor of Technical Sciences, Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Warsaw, Poland 2016: Professor in Systems Engineering and Informatics, University of Hradec Králové, Faculty of Informatics and Management 2006: Associate Professor in Business Management and Economics, Tomas Bata University in Zlín, Faculty of Management and Economics 2000: Ph.D. in Educational Technologies, Charles University in Prague, Faculty of Education 1993: Mgr. in Computer Science, Palacký University Olomouc, Faculty of Science 1988: Mgr. in Mathematics - Technical Foundations, Palacký University Olomouc, Faculty of Education Prof. Jašek's research focuses on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and systems engineering. His work spans theoretical and applied research with strong industry connections. He leads four specialized laboratories: Penetration Testing and Applied Cryptography Laboratory (PTLAB) Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (AILAB) Advanced Embedded Systems Laboratory (EMLAB) Brain-Machine Interface Laboratory (BMLAB) His research has resulted in international patent applications including 'System for Verification of Identity and Licenses for Working with Highly Sensitive Data' and 'System for Control of Industrial Processes.' His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, with particular emphasis on industrial blockchain implementation and brain-computer interface applications in medicine. Among his notable recognitions are: FINALISTA – Manažer roku 2022 (Manager of the Year 2022 Finalist) Gold Winner in the 17th Horizon Interactive Awards (2018) Medal of the Polish Navy for contribution to integrated security management systems Microsoft General Director Recognition for contributions to information technologies Prof. Jašek has supervised 15 doctoral students to completion of their Ph.D. degrees, guided over 175 students to the Ing. title, and mentored 12 top managers to the DBA (Doctor of Business Administration) degree. He regularly participates in international collaborations through Erasmus programs at universities worldwide including institutions in Japan, USA, Israel, Greece, Portugal, Spain, Poland, and Cyprus.

• Database Systems
• Business Intelligence
• Software Engineering
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Assoc. Prof. Zdenka Prokopová serves as Associate Professor at the Institute of Computer and Communication Systems within the Faculty of Applied Informatics at Tomas Bata University in Zlín, where she has held continuous academic appointments since 2001 following prior positions at Brno University of Technology and Slovak Technical University. Her academic credentials include: 2008-present: Habilitation in Machine and Process Control, Tomas Bata University 1990-1994: Doctoral studies in Technical Cybernetics, Slovak Technical University 1983-1988: Ing. in Automated Control Systems, Slovak Technical University 1979-1983: Secondary education at Gymnasium Šafárikovo Her research spans contemporary database architecture and business intelligence systems alongside software project complexity estimation, building upon earlier foundational work in industrial control systems involving dynamic modeling and algorithm development for chemical production environments. This dual expertise bridges theoretical computer science with practical engineering applications. She maintains active institutional engagement through membership on the Faculty Disciplinary Committee, Study Programs Council, and Doctoral Program Council for Engineering Informatics while conducting regular student consultations on Wednesdays. Her international research profile includes significant collaborations with French institutions (CNRS Toulouse, Nancy) and the University of Birmingham through EU programs like INCO Copernicus and TEMPUS.

Marek KubalčíkView profile

Associate Professor

• Control Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Automation
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Marek Kubalčík serves as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Process Management within the Faculty of Applied Informatics at Tomas Bata University in Zlín, Czech Republic, a position held continuously since 2008 after progressing from Assistant Professor roles at both Brno University of Technology (1993-2000) and Tomas Bata University (2000-2007). His academic foundation includes: 1988-1993: BSc/MSc in Automation and Control Engineering, Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Technology in Zlín 1993-2000: PhD in Technical Cybernetics, Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Technology in Zlín 2008: Habilitation (docent) in Machine and Process Control, Tomas Bata University, Faculty of Applied Informatics Professor Kubalčík maintains significant international engagement through teaching stays at Chalmers University of Technology, Politecnico di Milano, Strathclyde University, and multiple Erasmus-program institutions across Portugal, Italy, Spain, and Sweden since 1995. Research concentrates on advanced control methodologies: Core disciplines: Control Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Automation Specialized focus: Multidimensional Control, Adaptive Control, Self-tuning Controllers, System Identification, and Predictive Control Administrative responsibilities include membership in the Doctoral Program Council for Engineering Informatics, Faculty Study Program Council, and Internal Grant Agency Evaluation Committee at Tomas Bata University. Teaching activities feature regular consultation hours on Tuesdays (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM) with primary contact via university email and office locations U5/A516 and U51/614.

Libor PekařView profile

Associate Professor

• Control Engineering
• Automation
• Process Control
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Libor Pekař is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Automation and Control Engineering, Faculty of Applied Informatics, Tomas Bata University in Zlín, Czech Republic. He has been employed at the university since 2006, progressing from Assistant to Associate Professor in 2018. His education includes a Ph.D. in Technical Cybernetics (2013) and a Habilitation in Machine and Process Control (2018), both from Tomas Bata University. His academic journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Automation and Informatics (2002) and a Master's in Automation and Control Technology (2005). Dr. Pekař's research focuses on Control Engineering and Automation, with particular emphasis on Process Control and Machine Control. His work bridges theoretical cybernetics and industrial applications in consumer industries. He actively contributes to the academic community as Editor of Mathematical Problems in Engineering since 2018 and as a member of the Academic Senate of Tomas Bata University. His international collaborations span institutions in Slovenia, Austria, Slovakia, Poland, Portugal, Croatia, and Germany.

Milan NavrátilView profile

Associate Professor

• Control Systems
• Automation
• Electronics
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Assoc. Prof. Milan Navrátil, Ph.D., serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Electronics and Measurement at the Faculty of Applied Informatics, Tomas Bata University in Zlín, a position held continuously since 2005. His academic foundation includes a habilitation in Machine and Process Control (2025) and doctoral studies in Technical Cybernetics (2002–2008), both completed at Tomas Bata University in Zlín's Faculty of Applied Informatics. Earlier, he earned a Master's degree in Automation and Control Technology in the Consumer Industry from Brno University of Technology (1997–2002) and attended Dairy Technical High School in Kroměříž (1993–1997). Research interests center on Control Systems and Automation, with specialized focus on Measurement Systems and Machine Control applications in industrial contexts. His technical cybernetics background informs work spanning electronics instrumentation and process optimization. Internationally, Navrátil has lectured under Erasmus programs at Portugal's Polytechnic Institute of Beja (2022, 2024) and Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo (2023), following a 2004 internship at the UK's BLC-Leather Technology Centre. University governance roles include membership on the Faculty of Applied Informatics Academic Senate since 2006 (six consecutive terms) and service on the Dean's Board. Consultation hours are held Tuesdays 8:00–10:00, with contact via email navratil@utb.cz, mobile +420 603 882 391, and office U51/807.

• Computational Linguistics
• Natural Language Processing
• Czech Language Processing
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Zuzana Nevěřílová serves as an Assistant Professor at Masaryk University's Department of Czech Language within the Faculty of Arts. She also maintains external cooperation with the Department of Machine Learning and Data Processing at the Faculty of Informatics, demonstrating interdisciplinary engagement between linguistic theory and computational approaches. Her research interests span computational linguistics with particular emphasis on Czech language processing, natural language processing methodologies, and development of language resources. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical computational applications, focusing on areas such as named entity recognition, text analysis, word embeddings, and language resource development. Dr. Nevěřílová's recent publication trends (2021-2025) reveal strong focus on Czech language technologies, including named entity processing in parallel corpora, efficient language models, and educational applications of NLP. Her work demonstrates consistent contributions to Slavonic language processing communities through workshops like RASLAN and conferences like TSD. Her scientific contributions include extensive publications in proceedings of international conferences and workshops, software development for language resources, and educational materials for digital humanities. She has supervised various projects related to language technology and has contributed to significant resources like the New Encyclopedic Dictionary of Czech and VerbaLex lexical database. Her research has practical applications in language services, educational technology, and digital humanities. Dr. Nevěřílová works within the Institute of the Czech Language at Masaryk University, contributing to research teams focused on Czech language processing, corpus development, and computational lexicography.