Máté Szabó is an Assistant Professor at the University of Debrecen , affiliated with the Faculty of Informatics and the Department of Information Technology . His email contact is szabo.mate@inf.unideb.hu . He works in areas such as Machine Learning , Smart Cities , and Mobile Computing . His research spans topics like microservice architecture for ensemble models, Markov modeling of traffic flows, and distributed machine learning on mobile platforms. He has explored neural models for conversational AI and gamification in programming education through Minecraft-based challenges. His work also addresses edge computing and data parallelism in mobile environments. His publications (2016–2024) reflect trends in machine learning deployment on Android platforms smart city traffic analytics gamified educational tools cognitive modeling of numerical understanding microservice-based model integration .
Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsHungary
Roles: Full Professor at Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME), leading the Laboratory of Cryptography and Systems Security (CrySyS Lab) . Specializes in cyber security, IoT security, and privacy technologies. Served as Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing and Elsevier Computer Communications. Education: M.Sc. in Computer Science, BME (1995) Ph.D. in Computer Science, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL, 2002) Habilitation at BME (2013) Doctor of Science, Hungarian Academy of Sciences (2021) Research Interests: Focuses on malware detection on embedded systems, security of industrial control systems, and privacy-preserving AI. Current projects include DOSS (IoT supply chain security), SECURED (health data security), and SPAM (AI and cybersecurity). Published over 150 papers and co-authored books on wireless network security and cryptographic obfuscation. Grants & Awards: Awarded Dennis Gabor Award (2024), Bolyai Fellowship (2008-2011), and led EU projects like SEVECOM and WSAN4CIP. Current grants include H2020 DOSS and OTKA-funded research on federated learning incentives. Advising: Supervised 13 PhD students, including current faculty members (e.g., András Gazdag, Dorottya Papp). Active in mentoring CTF teams like !SpamAndHex (DEFCON qualifier). Labs & Teams: Director of CrySyS Lab, leading research in embedded device security, vehicle cyber defense, and industrial IoT resilience. Active in EDIH cybersecurity consulting for SMEs.
Federico Battiston is an Associate Professor of Network Science and Director of the PhD Program in Network Science at Central European University (CEU), the first such program in Europe. He holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics from Queen Mary University of London and degrees in statistical physics from Sapienza University of Rome. His research focuses on network science, complex systems, and computational social science, with contributions in leading journals like Nature Physics , Physical Review Letters , and Science Advances . He coordinates the software project Hypergraphx and was Chair of NetSci2023, the largest Network Science conference. He has received awards including the Complex Systems Society's Junior Award (2022) and the European Physical Society's Early Career Prize (2021). Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics, Queen Mary University of London MSc in Theoretical Physics, Sapienza University of Rome BSc in Physics, Sapienza University of Rome Research Interests: Battiston explores generalized network structures (e.g., multilayer and higher-order networks), dynamics on networks (epidemics, social/cultural dynamics, synchronization), and their applications in social systems, neuroscience, and ecology. He emphasizes how network topology influences collective behavior and emergent phenomena. Key Contributions: His work includes hypergraph modeling, collaboration in escape rooms, and the role of higher-order interactions in brain networks. He co-authored the book Higher-order systems and guest-edited a Focus Collection on higher-order networks in Communications Physics . Awards & Roles: Junior Award of the Complex Systems Society (2022) Early Career Prize, European Physical Society (2021) Elected Member, Complex Systems Society Council Editor, Communications Physics Advising & Grants: Advised PhD students such as Milan Janosov, Luis Natera, and Rebeka Szabo. Two students received CEU Advanced Awards. His projects include Mapping the Higher-Order Dynamics of Neurodegeneration and DYNASNET . Labs/Teams: Leads the Hypergraphx team and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects in network science, including ecological networks and urban mobility analysis.
Márk Jelasity is a Full Professor in the Department of Algorithms and AI at the University of Szeged, Hungary, where he has been working since 2016. Previously, he served as a research advisor (equivalent to full professor) and senior research scientist at the Research Group on Artificial Intelligence (RGAI) of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. His career includes numerous international research positions at institutions in Sweden, Norway, France, Italy, and the Netherlands. Professor Jelasity's research spans distributed systems, peer-to-peer computing, gossip protocols, and decentralized machine learning. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, particularly in the areas of self-organizing systems and privacy-preserving computation. His research has significant implications for smart grid technologies, secure distributed systems, and robust machine learning. His publication record shows a clear evolution from foundational work in gossip protocols and peer-to-peer systems toward cutting-edge research in decentralized machine learning, adversarial robustness, and privacy-preserving AI. Recent publications demonstrate his leadership in comparing gossip learning with federated learning approaches and exploring novel techniques for enhancing robustness in neural networks. Bolyai Plaquette (2015) 10 years best paper award at ACM/IFIP/USENIX Middleware Conference (2014) Best paper award at IEEE International Conference on Peer-to-Peer Computing (2014) Best paper award at IEEE International Conference on Self-Adaptive and Self-Organizing Systems (2013) Scientific Award of the Faculty of Science and Informatics, University of Szeged (2013) Fulbright Scholarship to visit Cornell University (2013) Multiple Bolyai Scholarships (2007-2014) Professor Jelasity has been actively involved in the academic community as an organizer of major conferences including DAIS'16 (TPC co-chair), SASO 2010 (General Co-Chair), and SASO 2007 (TPC co-chair). His leadership in the field is evidenced by his extensive publication record in top venues and his role in editing special issues and conference proceedings.
Dr. habil. Simon János PhD is an Associate Professor at the University of Szeged's Faculty of Engineering, Institute of Technology. Born on July 27, 1980, he maintains his office at 6724 Szeged, Moszkvai krt. 9. Room F9, with contact number +36-62-546-575. His educational background includes IT engineering and electrical engineering from Technical College of Subotica (1999-2005), Certified Computer Engineering from University of Novi Sad (2005-2008), PhD in Engineering from University of Osijek (2008-2014), and habilitation from Óbuda University Doctoral School of Security Sciences (2020). English (intermediate, complex) Serbian (advanced, complex) Dr. Simon's research focuses on design and programming of Internet of Things environments, hardware and software development of mobile robots and wireless sensor networks, and analysis of Industry 4.0 case studies. His teaching portfolio includes Computer Modeling, Simulation courses, Microcontrollers, Graphical Programming at BSc level, and Real-time systems, Autonomous and intelligent robots at MSc level. He serves as Associate Editor for Analecta Technica Szegedinensia and is a member of the Higher Education Management Education Methodology Association (FIOM). His international experience includes CEEPUS mobility to Timisoara, Erasmus mobility to multiple Romanian cities, and participation in IoTTech Expo Global in London.
Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsHungary
László Lengyel is a Professor at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME), affiliated with the Department of Automation and Applied Informatics . His work bridges theoretical and applied computer science, focusing on industrial automation, IoT systems, and model-driven engineering. Research interests include Model transformations and domain-specific languages IoT device management and multi-domain integration Software obfuscation and cybersecurity Graph algorithms and distributed computing (MapReduce) Real-time data analysis in manufacturing Automotive sensor networks His recent publications reflect expertise in model-driven IoT architectures , granule manufacturing automation , and MapReduce-based graph analysis , with a focus on industrial and automotive applications. He contributes to open-source frameworks like SensorHUB and explores gamification in driver behavior systems.
Dr. Gergely Kocsis serves as an Associate Professor at the University of Debrecen's Faculty of Informatics, Department of Informatics Systems and Networks. His office is located in the Faculty of Informatics building at 4028 Debrecen, Kassai út 26, ground floor, IF13 (Lecturers' room), with contact email kocsis.gergely@inf.unideb.hu and central telephone +36 52 512 900 75013. Dr. Kocsis's research program focuses on: Information spreading phenomena Agent-based and individual-based simulations Cellular automata applications Network structure and dynamics His scholarly output reveals a sophisticated research trajectory evolving from foundational work on cellular automata modeling of social dynamics (2007-2014) to contemporary investigations of transportation networks, VANETs, and AI applications. The 2023-2025 publications demonstrate particular expertise in network extraction methodologies, containerized computing environments, and the application of generative AI to productivity challenges. His work consistently applies computational modeling approaches to understand complex spreading phenomena across diverse network structures. Dr. Kocsis maintains comprehensive scientific profiles across major academic platforms including Google Scholar, ResearchGate, ORCID, Scopus, and Web of Science, demonstrating active participation in the international research community. His departmental colleagues work in complementary areas such as complex networks, embedded systems, and neural networks, suggesting rich collaborative opportunities within the Faculty of Informatics.
Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsHungary
Dr. Balázs Varga is a Research Fellow at the Department of Control for Transportation and Vehicle Systems, Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME). He holds a PhD in Transportation and Vehicle Sciences (2021) and an MSc in Vehicle Engineering (2015) from BME. His industry experience includes roles at AVL Hungary as a Software and Function Developer (2016–2018) and academic positions at Chalmers University of Technology (2015) and SZTAKI (2012–2014). Current Role: Research Fellow (2021–present) Teaching: Programming, Control Theory, Traffic Modeling (English language course) Research Interests: Varga specializes in road traffic modeling and control, focusing on AI-based traffic estimation and dynamic traffic management. His work integrates machine learning with mesoscopic and microscopic traffic simulation tools like SUMO to optimize urban mobility and reduce emissions. Projects: He leads the 2020–2024 national development project 'Dynamic, adaptive traffic control services and evaluation tools based on digitally connected data sources' (2019-1.1.1-PIACI KFI). This initiative leverages connected data sources for real-time traffic control and policy evaluation. Key Publications Trends: His recent articles explore topics such as graph neural networks for sensor placement, multiobjective control of emissions, and mixed-reality V2X testing. These works emphasize data-driven approaches, emission reduction, and simulation frameworks for autonomous vehicles.
Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsHungary
Dr. Varga István is a Full Professor at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) in the Faculty of Transportation Engineering and Vehicle Engineering, and a Scientific Advisor at the HUN-REN Institute for Computer Science and Control. He holds a D.Sc. from the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (2020), a Ph.D. (2007), and an M.Sc. in Transportation Engineering (1998). His primary research focuses on road traffic control and traffic automation systems , with expertise in intelligent transportation solutions and vehicle mechatronics. His research integrates control theory with practical applications in urban mobility, including dynamic traffic light systems, autonomous vehicle impacts, and emission modeling. Recent work explores V2X communication, platooning technologies, and microscopic traffic simulation for urban optimization. He has led major projects such as the national innovation project 'Dynamic, adaptive traffic control services based on digital data sources' (2020-2024) and industrial collaborations with Knorr-Bremse, Siemens, and nuclear energy sectors. Awards include the Hungarian Academy of Sciences Young Prize (2007) and multiple recognitions for technological innovation. Educational activities include courses on Road Traffic Control, Mathematical Methods, and Vehicle System Modeling. Laboratory leadership includes the Road Traffic Control Lab with industry partnerships like Bosch and SWARCO.
Dr. Balázs Nagy serves as an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Medieval History within the Faculty of Humanities at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) in Budapest, Hungary. His academic profile uniquely bridges historical scholarship and advanced engineering disciplines, maintaining an active research agenda across both domains from his office at 1088 Budapest, Múzeum körút 6–8. His primary research interests span Robotics , Artificial Intelligence , Machine Learning , and Ethorobotics , alongside History and Medieval Studies . This interdisciplinary focus manifests in work on deep learning for telerobotic control, evolutionary algorithms for robot navigation, and ethologically inspired behavior systems, often integrating sensor technologies like MARG for movement analysis. Analysis of his 2016-2025 publications reveals a consistent trajectory in computational intelligence applied to robotics, with increasing emphasis on deep learning (2022-2025) and ethorobotics. His work demonstrates strong methodological continuity in sensor fusion and behavior modeling, while showing evolving applications from mobile navigation to biological behavior analysis.
Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsHungary
Tamás Lovas serves as Associate Professor at the Department of Photogrammetry and Geoinformatics, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics. He teaches advanced courses in Building Information Modeling, Laser Scanning, Remote Sensing, and Intelligent Transportation Systems while supervising diploma theses in Surveying and Geoinformatics Engineering. Education: 1994: High school graduation, Városmajor High School, Budapest 1999: Certified Surveyor and Geoinformatics Engineer, Budapest University of Technology, Faculty of Civil Engineering 2005: PhD (Earth Sciences), Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Faculty of Civil Engineering Research Interests: Dr. Lovas specializes in laser scanning technologies and geospatial data processing with emphasis on airborne and terrestrial point cloud analysis. His work bridges civil engineering applications and computational methods, particularly in infrastructure monitoring and digital representation. Processing, classification, and modeling of airborne laser scanned data Accuracy testing of terrestrial laser scanning Processing and modeling of terrestrial laser scanned data Comparative study of spatial data acquisition technologies His 2022-2025 publications demonstrate accelerating integration of artificial intelligence in point cloud processing, with significant contributions to road surface extraction, urban land cover classification, and BIM automation. Current research trends show strong focus on digital twin development for autonomous vehicles and infrastructure management. Scientific Awards: Republic Scholarship (1998-1999) Karlsruhe Chancellor's Scholarship (1999) ERASMUS scholarship (2000) Korányi Fellowship (2001-2002) János Bolyai Research Scholarship (2008-2011) OHV 1st place (2008) Dean's commendation for ERASMUS committee work (2014) For Students Award - Teaching Department (2017) Advising and Grants: Dr. Lovas mentors students through diploma theses and TDK research projects on topics including object survey with amateur sensors and hull modeling. His research funding includes the prestigious János Bolyai Research Scholarship and international fellowships supporting collaborations with institutions like The Ohio State University. Labs and Teams: As founding member and supervisory board member of the Hungarian BIM Association, he drives industry-academia collaboration. His leadership roles include Deputy Dean of Education at the Faculty of Civil Engineering and responsibility for English language training programs, facilitating international academic exchange.
Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsHungary
Péter Korondi is a Professor at the University of Debrecen in Hungary, affiliated with the Department of Electrical Engineering and Mechatronics . His work spans robotics, control theory, and industrial automation, with a focus on bio-inspired systems and human-robot interaction. Research Interests : Robotics, Mechatronics, Control Theory, Human-Robot Interaction, Industrial Automation, Sensor Fusion Recent Article Trends : Sliding mode control, friction compensation in micro-telemanipulation, path planning for mobile robots, smart industrial systems Collaborations : Co-authored works with Gabor Sziebig, Ferenc Tajti, Géza Szayer, and international researchers in IEEE Transactions , Sensors , and Acta Polytechnica Hungarica . Technological Focus : Development of rehabilitation devices, holonomic drive systems, and ethorobotics models inspired by animal behavior.
Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsHungary
Charaf Hassan is a Professor and Head of Department at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics, specifically in the Department of Automation and Applied Informatics. His work spans interdisciplinary domains, focusing on distributed systems, network coding, and IoT technologies. His research interests include Distributed Systems and Domain-Specific Modeling Network Coding and Mobile Peer-to-Peer Systems Model-Driven Development for Multiplatform Applications Machine Learning in Fluid Dynamics and Pharmaceutical Analysis Recent publications highlight trends in applying convolutional neural networks to viscosity estimation, model-driven methodologies for IoT, and network coding in cloud storage. He teaches advanced courses in distributed systems and software architectures at the university level.
Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsHungary
Krisztián Pomázi is a Lecturer at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics , affiliated with the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics and the Department of Automation and Applied Informatics . His work bridges educational technology and cognitive science , utilizing machine learning and bioinformatics to enhance learning experiences. Department: Automation and Applied Informatics Email: Pomazi.Krisztian@aut.bme.hu Research interests include: Adaptive learning systems integrating biofeedback Machine learning applications in cognitive workload assessment Psychological profiling using computational models Usability evaluation via biomedical signal processing Intelligent exercise generation for cognitive assessment Educational game mechanics with physiological feedback Recent publication trends show a focus on blending machine learning with human-computer interaction to create personalized educational tools. His work incorporates cognitive science principles to dynamically adjust learning environments using biofeedback data, while also exploring psychometric and usability dimensions in digital education. Contact: Pomazi.Krisztian@aut.bme.hu
Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsHungary
Dr. Ádám Török is a prominent researcher affiliated with the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) and the Institute of Transport Sciences (KTI) . Active since 2000, he specializes in transport economics, emissions modeling, and sustainable mobility systems. His work spans 2024-2026 and focuses on autonomous vehicles, CO2 decomposition techniques, and public transportation sustainability. 2000-2012: Department of Transport Economics at BME 2013-2020: Department of Transport Operations and Transport Economics at BME 2021-present: Department of Transport Technology and Transport Economics at BME 2018-present: Institute of Transport Sciences (KTI) His research integrates environmental impact analysis with transport policy modeling , emphasizing autonomous vehicle economics and CO2 emission drivers . Recent publications in Transport Policy , Energy Reports , and Journal of Economy and Technology demonstrate expertise in scenario-based forecasting and multi-criteria sustainability assessment . Key article trends show collaboration with international researchers like Ammar Al-lami and Anas Alatawneh, combining machine learning with transport economics to address challenges in European mobility systems . His work appears in journals categorized as Q1-Q2 by SJR indicators across transportation, environmental science, and engineering disciplines. Dr. Török contributes to academic committees including: Doctoral Qualification Committee in Economics (IXGJO GMB) International Committee on Political Science and Law (IXGJO ÁJB) Sociological Scientific Committee (IXGJO SZTB) He advises doctoral students and publishes extensively on automated vehicle adoption , transport safety , and alternative drive chains . Current projects suggest ongoing engagement with European transport policy and climate resilience initiatives.
