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• Accounting
• Auditing
• Financial Reporting
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Zuzana Juhászová is an Associate Professor at the Department of Accounting and Auditing within the Faculty of Economic Informatics at the University of Economics in Bratislava. She holds a PhD and has served in various leadership roles including vice dean for education (2007-2011, 2011-2015) and vice rector for education (2015-2019, 2019-2023) at her university. Education: PhD in Accounting (2003), habilitation in Accounting (2009), all from University of Economics in Bratislava Leadership: Former vice dean/rector roles focused on education Expertise: Auditing oversight since 2008 Research Focus spans accounting standards (IFRS 16 adoption), bankruptcy prediction modeling, XBRL technology applications, sustainability in business (including transport sector greening), and cryptocurrency networks for economic crime prevention. She has led multiple VEGA and APVV grants since 2007, including projects on financial decision-making in unstable markets and audit quality assessment. International Engagement includes Erasmus+ staff training at universities in Turkey, Poland, and Spain. Her academic output includes 33 publications in WoS/Scopus databases with 152 citations, focusing on audit regulation, financial reporting innovations, and integrated sustainability frameworks. Teaching Impact : Supervised 57 bachelor's theses, 150 master's theses, and 7 doctoral dissertations. She has also contributed to professional audit examination commissions.

• Language Teaching
• Translation Studies
• Consumer Behavior
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Ján Strelinger serves as a Senior Lecturer at the Department of English Language, Faculty of Applied Languages, University of Economics in Bratislava, where he has contributed to academic programs since 2008 with expertise spanning language pedagogy and cross-cultural business communication. His educational foundation includes a second degree in Translating and Interpreting (English-Italian) from Comenius University (1991) and a third degree in International Economic Relations from the University of Economics in Bratislava (2016), complemented by professional development through study stays at Universitá di Padova (2003), Universitá per stranieri di Siena (2006), and UC Berkeley (2007). Strelinger's research critically examines Language Teaching methodologies for business contexts, Translation Studies in EU documentation, Consumer Behavior in sustainable food systems, and Cultural Diplomacy in international negotiations. His work bridges linguistic theory with practical applications in economics and management education, emphasizing innovative approaches to multilingual professional communication. Analysis of his publications reveals a consistent focus on adapting language education to global business demands, with significant contributions to understanding Slovak consumer patterns in organic food markets and developing pedagogical frameworks for cross-cultural negotiation competence. No major scientific awards or fellowships were documented in the source material. He has supervised 2 Bachelor's theses and secured research funding through KEGA grants: KEGA Project (2018-2019): 'Ideational idioms in Business English communication' (Co-investigator) KEGA Project (2024): 'Innovative Methods in Teaching Business Negotiations in English' (Co-investigator) His recent Erasmus mobility at Universidad de País Vasco EHU (March 2024) underscores ongoing international collaboration in language education.

• Sociolinguistics
• Spanish Linguistics
• Language and Identity
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Dr. Jinny K. Choi is an Associate Professor of Spanish and Spanish Linguistics at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), where she has served since 1998. She holds a Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics from Georgetown University and an M.A. in Hispanic Linguistics from the University of California, Irvine. Her research focuses on sociolinguistics, bilingualism, language and identity, and Spanish dialectology, with a particular emphasis on transnational communities in South America and the U.S. Dr. Choi’s academic journey includes roles such as Spanish Section Head (2008–2011) and coordinator of language programs at Georgetown University. She has advised numerous graduate students and contributed to curriculum development, including co-authoring an open-access textbook for Spanish heritage learners. Her work explores topics like Korean communities in Paraguay and Argentina, language contact phenomena, and the sociopolitical dimensions of bilingual education. She has received multiple awards, including grants from the Mellon Foundation and UTA’s College of Liberal Arts. Dr. Choi actively participates in academic service, serving on committees for research, curriculum, and faculty governance. She is also involved in community initiatives, such as refugee support and educational outreach. Her teaching spans advanced Spanish language courses, linguistics, and dialectology. She regularly presents at international conferences, addressing themes like language attitudes, diaspora identity, and bilingualism in multilingual societies.

• Cyberculture Studies
• Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Impact
• Office Culture and Workspaces
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Dale Bradley is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication, Popular Culture and Film at Brock University. He holds a Ph.D. in Social & Political Thought from York University, an M.A. in Sociology from Queen’s University at Kingston, and a B.A.H. in Film Studies from Queen’s University. His research focuses on cyberculture representation, the impact of ICT on office environments, and political discourse surrounding open source software. Bradley teaches courses on technology and culture, and the social history of information technology. Education: Ph.D. Social & Political Thought, York University M.A. Sociology, Queen’s University B.A.H. Film Studies, Queen’s University His research interrogates how technology shapes cultural narratives and workplace structures. Key themes include the visual mechanisms of power in office spaces, cybersubjectivity in media, and anarcho-utopian ideals in open source software. Bradley’s work bridges cultural studies, sociology, and media analysis to explore technology’s societal imprint. Publications span journals like Journal of Cultural Research and Canadian Journal of Communication , examining topics from 20th-century office evolution to MP3 file-sharing subcultures. His writing critiques technological determinism while highlighting grassroots innovation movements. No scientific awards are listed. Bradley’s teaching emphasizes critical engagement with technology’s cultural and historical dimensions.

• Cultural Anthropology
• Ethnology
• Gender Studies
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Marta Botiková serves as Professor at the Department of Archaeology and Cultural Anthropology, Faculty of Arts, Comenius University Bratislava since 2009, with continuous faculty service since 1991. Her academic trajectory includes Associate Professor (2001-2009) and Assistant Professor (1991-2000) positions within the same institution. Her educational foundation comprises three Ethnology degrees from Comenius University (1978 BA/MA, 1984 PhD), complemented by professional development in English language (British Council 1992), digital tools (Atlas.ti 2014, Moodle 2009), and specialized software training. She maintains active international collaborations through Fulbright and CEEPUS programs with institutions across Europe and North America. Professor Botiková's research centers on Cultural Anthropology and Ethnology with emphases on gender dynamics, family structures, and historical transformations in Central Europe. Her work critically examines women's experiences across the 20th century, particularly analyzing socialist-era gender policies, reproductive behavior, and medicalization of life-cycle events. She employs biographical narratives and historical-ethnographic methods to explore tradition-modernity tensions in Slovak society. Her recent publications (2019-2023) demonstrate consistent focus on historical-ethnographic analysis of family and gender in Central Europe, with growing emphasis on Slovak-Hungarian comparative frameworks. These works reveal methodological sophistication in combining oral histories with archival materials to investigate reproduction, childcare, and identity formation under socialism. International Prize for Ethnological Studies Guiseppe Pitré (1996) Slovak Ethnographic Society Awards (1982, 1984, 2008) Commemorative Medals from Comenius University (2019) and Faculty of Arts (2022, 2024) Gold Medal for Merits (2024) Slovak Academy of Sciences Award (1995) She has supervised 83 defended theses (25 Bachelor's, 53 Master's, 5 PhD) and currently guides 4 Bachelor's candidates. Her research is funded through multiple VEGA projects including leadership in 'From Family Ecotype to Sociotype' (2017-2020) and participation in 'Moral assessment of national groups' (2023-2025). International mobility includes Fulbright scholarships at The Evergreen State College (1995-1996, 2011) and Cambridge Group research. Professor Botiková maintains significant departmental engagement as Editor-in-Chief of Ethnologia Slovaca et Slavica (since 2017), former Head of Department (2003-2015), and active membership in Slovak Ethnographic Society (since 1975) and Hungarian Ethnographic Society (Honorary Member since 2005).

• Electric Motor Control
• Power Electronics
• Sensorless Control
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Dr. Karol Kyslan serves as Associate Professor and Vice-Dean for Research at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, Technical University of Košice, where he leads research initiatives and doctoral education programs. His academic profile centers on advanced control systems for electrical drives, with institutional affiliation deeply rooted in industrial automation applications. His research expertise spans sensorless control of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM) , finite control set model predictive control , and sliding mode observers , addressing critical challenges in low-speed operation, fault tolerance, and industrial implementation. Key application domains include material processing lines, rotary shears, and steel production systems, where his work bridges theoretical control algorithms with practical machinery dynamics. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals a strategic evolution toward integrating machine learning for fault diagnosis while maintaining core focus on high-frequency signal injection techniques. Recent work demonstrates increasing sophistication in torque ripple compensation and real-time optimization, with growing emphasis on multiphase machine control and hardware-in-the-loop validation for industrial deployment.

• Fine Arts
• Painting
• Visual Arts
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Ján Triaška is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Fine Arts , Academy of Arts, Architecture & Design in Prague, where he serves as Head of the Department of Painting and STARTUP studio manager. His academic career focuses on visual arts, painting, and interdisciplinary art education. His research interests span theoretical and historical foundations of fine arts innovative pedagogical approaches in painting intermedia and digital media integration contemporary artistic practices with a particular emphasis on symbolic and narrative representation. The exhibited works demonstrate a strong focus on temporal and spatial art anatomical and bio-art themes polish cultural heritage documentation digital media narratives across various formats including installations, paintings, and mixed reality projects. Contact: jan.triaska@gmail.com

Peter ŽidekView profile

Assistant Professor

• Physical Education
• Educational Sciences
• Health Studies
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Peter Židek is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Preschool and Elementary Education, Faculty of Education, J. Selye University in Komárno, Slovakia. His research focuses on assessing university students' fitness using the NETFIT program and exploring physical activity patterns among socioeconomically disadvantaged populations, particularly children with autism spectrum disorder and Roma communities. He holds a PaedDr. degree and has extensive experience in teaching and research across multiple institutions. Education: Rigorous examination in Preschool and Elementary Pedagogy (2009–2011), social pedagogy (2000–2004). Employment: Taught in special elementary schools (2001–2013) and private vocational schools before joining academia. Research Interests: Physical education methodology, health promotion, motor skill development, and inclusive education strategies. Publications: Over 16 peer-reviewed articles and conference papers, including studies on child welfare, ASD interventions, and Roma health disparities. His work has been cited internationally, reflecting contributions to education and health sciences.

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• User Experience (UX)/Usability
• Domain Analysis
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Michaela Bačíková is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics (FEI) of the Technical University of Košice (TUKE). Her research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), domain usability, and domain analysis, with an emphasis on graphical user interfaces (GUIs), domain-specific languages (DSLs), and gesture-driven interaction. She leads the development of the DEAL tool, a domain analysis framework for extracting domain models from software systems. Her teaching includes courses on component-based programming, web technologies, and user interface design. Research Projects: DEAL (Domain Extraction ALgorithm) : A tool for analyzing GUIs to generate DSLs, ontologies, and usability metrics. EU Project: 'Evolving Architectural Knowledge in the Edge-to-Cloud Continuum' (participant). Educational initiatives: Integrating gesture-driven IDEs and social networks for mentoring in programming courses. Research Interests : Automated domain usability evaluation using DEAL. DSL-driven GUI generation and feature modeling. Innovations in teaching software development and user experience design. Grants & Labs : Recipient of FEI TUKE Grant no. FEI-2015-16 for domain usability metrics research. Active in the FEI lab developing DEAL and related tools.

• Crisis Management
• Healthcare Management
• Human Resource Management
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Zuzana Skorková is an Associate Professor at the Department of Management, Faculty of Business Management, University of Economics in Bratislava. She holds a PhD in Business Economics and Management (2013) and has extensive experience in both academia and industry. Her research focuses on crisis management, healthcare management, organizational behavior, leadership, and digital transformation. She has authored 14 publications in Web of Science/Scopus databases, with 159 citations, and actively participates in international projects such as VEGA and KEGA. Professional Development: She has completed courses in psychology, coaching, and design thinking, including 'Dynamic coaching' (2022) and 'Transformational coaching' (2023). She served as Secretary of the Department of Management (2019–2022) and has collaborated with organizations like ING Business Services on organizational design. Research Projects: She contributes to projects like 'Adaptability of corporate culture' (VEGA 1/0010/23) and 'Data-Driven Green Transformation' (VEGA 1/0775/25). Her work often addresses crisis management, organizational culture, and sustainability in public and private sectors. Citations & Grants: Key projects include analyzing managerial functions in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (VEGA 1/0017/20) and designing study programs for the digital age (KEGA 001EU-4/2021). International Collaboration: She has participated in Erasmus teaching mobilities across Europe and Vietnam, promoting cross-border academic exchange.

Karol PrudilView profile

Lecturer

• Graphic Design
• Typography
• Book Design
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Karol Prudil is a Slovak graphic designer and typographer serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Visual Communication at the Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Bratislava. His professional practice spans publication design, packaging design, typeface creation, and visual identity development, balancing academic responsibilities with an extensive portfolio of commissioned work for publishers, cultural institutions, and commercial clients across Europe. Prudil's educational foundation includes: Master of Fine Arts from Academy of Fine Arts in Bratislava, Department of Visual Communication (2003-2009) under Doc. Pavel Choma Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague – Font and Typography studio (2008) with František Štorm SOU Polygraphics in Bratislava diploma (1997-2001) His creative research explores materiality in typography, innovative book structures, and the relationship between form and function in visual communication. Prudil has developed several notable typefaces including Klin and its variants, recognized for blending geometric precision with organic, tactile characteristics. His design philosophy emphasizes thoughtful material choices, structural innovation, and creating meaningful user experiences through interactive elements in books and packaging. The recurring themes in his portfolio include spatial relationships in two-dimensional design, material experimentation, and systems that invite user participation across physical and digital media. Analysis of Prudil's publication history reveals consistent exploration of book form boundaries and sophisticated understanding of typography across media. His work bridges historical design traditions with contemporary needs, resulting in conceptually rich yet functionally elegant solutions. The evolution from his early award-winning lie-stand book (2007) to current remini notebook brand demonstrates maturation from experimental forms to sustainable commercial applications while maintaining design integrity. Prudil's professional recognition includes: National Design Award 2009 – Klin Font recognition National Design Award 2007 – interactive book lie-stand recognition As an educator, Prudil conducts workshops on book binding and paper work since 2011, alongside lectures on books, paper, and business development. His teaching emphasizes hands-on material experience while developing conceptual depth. His professional practice operates through the registered brand 'remini' (established 2012), focusing on notebooks and diaries, and through collaborations with publishing houses and cultural institutions including participation in international projects like the SIDEWAYS exhibition at the Venice Architecture Biennale.

Simona PolonyováView profile

Assistant Professor

• Social Policy
• Social Development
• Inclusive Education
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Simona Polonyová is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Social Development and Labour within the Faculty of Economics and Finance at the Bratislava University of Economics and Business. Her research focuses on social policy, human development, inclusive education, and demographic studies. She has contributed to over a dozen peer-reviewed publications addressing issues such as social entrepreneurship education in Slovakia, demographic changes, and financial literacy among seniors. Polonyová actively participates in EU-funded projects like the SHARE survey and leads initiatives to enhance key competencies in digital education environments. Her teaching responsibilities include courses on social policy, job interview simulations, and educational policy. She serves as the tutor and secretary for the Management of Public Policies study programs at both bachelor's and master's levels. Notable academic projects under her involvement include VEGA-funded research on social economy frameworks and demographic challenges in Slovakia. Polonyová’s work bridges theoretical research and practical policy implementation, with a strong emphasis on societal inclusion and sustainable development. She collaborates with regional and international partners through initiatives like the Danube CUP program and maintains active participation in conferences and academic networks.

Matej LorkoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Behavioral Economics
• Experimental Economics
• Project Management
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Matej Lorko is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Insurance, Faculty of Economics and Finance, Bratislava University of Economics and Business. He holds a PhD from Macquarie Business School, Sydney. His research focuses on behavioral and experimental economics with emphasis on decision-making processes, project management efficiency, and public policy interventions. Education: PhD in Economics from Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia). Active research areas include behavioral nudges in tax compliance, effectiveness of charitable contributions, and improving project planning accuracy through controlled experiments. He runs the Bratislava Behavioral and Economic Experiences for Research Lab (bee4R LAB) and contributes to the SecureDataLab initiative. Key research programs involve: Economic experiments in project management (2016–2020) Enhancing charitable contribution effectiveness (since 2019) Behavioral tax compliance studies (since 2021) His work combines laboratory experiments with real-world applications, focusing on how cognitive biases affect decision-making in professional and policy contexts. Notable contributions include demonstrating anchoring effects in project duration estimates and developing interventions to improve schedule accuracy. Labs/Teams: bee4R LAB (behavioral economics experiments), SecureDataLab (data-driven policy analysis).

Gabriela KiliánováView profile

Researcher

• Ethnology
• Folklore Studies
• Verbal Folklore
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Gabriela Kiliánová is a prominent Slovak ethnologist and researcher at the Institute of Ethnology and Social Anthropology of the Slovak Academy of Sciences (ÚESA SAV), where she has been affiliated since 1983. Her academic work spans decades of ethnological research in Slovakia and Central Europe, with a strong international presence through collaborations, visiting fellowships, and participation in EU-funded research networks. Her research interests include verbal folklore, death rituals, collective memory, collective identity, modernization and transformation processes, and the history of ethnology in Slovakia. She has led numerous research projects funded by VEGA, APVV, and the EU Framework Programs, focusing on cultural identity, social transformation, and ethnographic methodology. Her international academic engagement includes teaching at universities in Vienna, Regensburg, and Freiburg, as well as participation in major European research initiatives such as the Marie Curie European Doctorate program. The trends in her scholarly publications reflect a deep engagement with cultural memory, particularly through the symbolic analysis of sites like Devín Castle, narratives of death and identity, and the ethnography of minority groups such as the Roma. Her work bridges historical ethnology with contemporary social anthropology, emphasizing the role of folklore and tradition in shaping national and collective identities in post-socialist Central Europe. Among her notable scientific awards are the prestigious Herder Preis (2006), multiple SAV and national prizes, the Čestná plaketa SAV Ľudovíta Štúra (2011), and recognition for her editorial leadership in creating the electronic encyclopedia Tradičná ľudová kultúra slovom a obrazom (2013). She is a full member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts and has held leadership roles in national and international academic bodies. Kiliánová has supervised doctoral seminars and contributed to academic mentoring, though specific student names are not listed. She has also played key roles in applied research, policy-related projects, and public outreach, including collaborations with UNESCO, educational foundations, and cultural heritage initiatives. Her editorial work includes serving as editor-in-chief of Slovenský národopis and membership on several international journal editorial boards. She has been actively involved in research labs and teams such as the Center of Excellence 'Collective Identities in Modern Societies' and the international network 'Reflexion kultureller Interferenzräume', contributing to interdisciplinary and cross-border ethnographic research in Central Europe.

• Theatre Management
• Audience Development
• Theatre Education
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Zuzana Kráľová serves as a visiting teacher at the Department of Theatre Management within the Faculty of Theatre at the Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava. Her institutional affiliations include: Faculty of Theatre, Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava (since 2024) - teaching Audience Development National Theatre in Prague (since 2018) - theatre lecturer specializing in educational programming and audience engagement She graduated from the Faculty of Music and Dramatic Arts at the Faculty of Education of the University of Constantine the Philosopher in Nitra. Prior to her current roles, she taught specialized subjects including acting, methodology, and didactics of music and dramatic arts at the Dezider Kardoš Private Conservatory in Topoľčany for three years. Her professional focus centers on Theatre Management and Audience Development, with significant contributions to Theatre Education through the National Theatre's ND+ project. She designs tailored theatrical experiences for children, youth, and educators while actively participating in the Theatre Lecturers Association. Her work integrates Music and Dramatic Arts through amateur theatre direction, musical composition, and vocal performance outside academic duties. No scientific awards are documented in the provided sources. While her National Theatre position involves developing audience-facing educational initiatives, the text contains no references to graduate student supervision or research grant management. She collaborates with the Theatre Lecturers Association and contributes to the ND+ project team at the National Theatre in Prague, which develops complementary programming for theatrical productions targeting diverse demographic groups.