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Dr. BARANYA Sándor is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Faculty of Civil Engineering. He holds key administrative roles, including Faculty Council Representative, Chairman of the Economic Committee, and Erasmus Committee Member. His office is located in Building K, Room MF 19, and he can be contacted via email or phone. His research spans sediment transport , river morphology , microplastic pollution , and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) . He employs innovative methods such as acoustic mapping, machine learning, remote sensing (Sentinel-2, Landsat), and numerical modeling to study large river systems, particularly the Danube. His work addresses ecological impacts, including thermal pollution from power plants and microplastic distribution. Recent publications (2023–2025) focus on: Sediment-microplastic dynamics using integrated field-data and AI Historical river regulation impacts CFD-based restoration strategies Advanced monitoring techniques (e.g., acoustic velocimetry, deep learning for riverbed analysis) He teaches courses including Hydraulics , Hydromorphology , and Water Utilisation & Damage Prevention , and mentors students in TDK (Research Society) projects on sediment transport, river habitats, and microplastics. He participates in EU initiatives like DanubeSediment for transnational sediment management.

• Sediment Transport
• River Morphology
• Microplastic Pollution
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JÓZSA János is a Professor at the Department of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics. He serves as Coordinator of the Specialization in Infrastructure Engineering (MSc) and is a member of both the Pál Vásárhelyi Doctoral School of Civil Engineering and Earth Sciences and the Faculty's Habilitation and Doctoral Council. His research focuses on: Hydrodynamics of surface waters and interface processes Wind-induced lake currents and sediment motion Flow, mixing, and sediment transport in compound-channel rivers Floodplain inundation modeling Effects of ship-induced waves on river banks Analysis of his 2019-2024 publications reveals consistent emphasis on Danube River hydrodynamics, sediment transport mechanisms, and environmental impacts of engineering interventions. Key methodological contributions include validation of 2D/3D numerical models against field measurements, novel sediment transport calculation methods using shear Reynolds number, and practical frameworks for assessing ship wave impacts. His work bridges computational fluid dynamics with environmental monitoring. Professor Józsa has participated in international collaborations including the ERDF-funded SEDDON project for Austrian-Hungarian sediment research. No information on specific research grants or student advising was provided in the source materials.

• Hydrodynamics
• Sediment Transport
• River Engineering
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Dr. Sándor Baranya is an Associate Professor at the Department of Hydraulic Engineering and Water Management, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics. As Head of Department and Faculty Council Member, he leads educational initiatives and chairs institutional committees. Specializes in river hydraulics and sediment transport Active in Danube River studies and environmental monitoring Develops numerical models for morphodynamics and pollution assessment His research integrates advanced measurement techniques like LSPIV, acoustic mapping, and deep learning for riverbed analysis. Recent work focuses on microplastic contamination, thermal discharge impacts, and sediment budget modeling in large rivers. Publications emphasize computational fluid dynamics, river restoration, and EU Water Framework Directive compliance. Scientific awards include the #builder250 scholarship. He teaches courses on hydraulics, hydromorphology, and water systems modeling, with a consultation schedule on Mondays.

• River Hydraulics
• Sediment Transport
• Morphodynamics
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Illés Zsombor is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Engineering Geology and Geotechnics within the Faculty of Civil Engineering at Budapest University of Technology and Economics. His research focuses on geotechnical engineering, soil mechanics, and infrastructure resilience against environmental stressors. He has contributed to studies on dike stability, hydraulic conductivity, and climate change impacts on earthworks. Research Themes: Dike monitoring systems, permeability analysis, crack development in cohesive soils, climate adaptation of infrastructure, and geotechnical investigation of granular materials Methodologies: Utilizes geophysical surveys, CPT measurements, grain size distribution modeling, and multidisciplinary approaches to soil-water interaction Key Applications: Flood protection systems, earthwork maintenance, and infrastructure longevity assessment Contact: zsombor.illes@edu.bme.hu

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Civil Engineering
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Dr. KNOLMÁR Marcell is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Sanitary and Environmental Engineering within the Faculty of Civil Engineering at Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) . He teaches courses including Infrastructural CAD, Legal Aspects of Water and Environment, and Public Works I, focusing on practical and regulatory dimensions of infrastructure design. His research spans urban drainage systems , climate change resilience , computational fluid dynamics , and GIS applications in wastewater management. Recent work emphasizes green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) , sewer network vulnerability assessments , and integrated hydraulic modeling for climate adaptation. Scientific awards include the Magyar Felvételi Scholarship (#építő250) . His publications reflect collaboration with the EU 5 Framework Program (CARE-S project) and long-term contributions to wastewater management , stormwater modeling , and environmental engineering in Hungary.

• Environmental Engineering
• Urban Drainage Systems
• Water Management
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Szilvia Kövér is a Lecturer at the Institute of Geography and Earth Sciences , Eötvös Loránd University, affiliated with the Department of Physical and Applied Geology and the Center of Earth Sciences . She focuses on structural geology, tectonic evolution, and sedimentary basin analysis in the Carpathian-Balkan region. Rheology and Fault Dynamics : Investigates fault reactivation mechanisms in Central Hungarian basins. Neotethys Margin Studies : Analyzes sedimentary records and obduction processes in Northeast Hungary. Thermochronology : Applies thermal and kinematic constraints to Alpine deformation events. Basin Migration : Studies Pannonian Basin evolution and its relationship to inherited structures. Paleomagnetic Research : Contributes to resolving tectonic rotations in the Dinarides. Her work intersects with geodynamic modeling , sedimentary provenance , and Alpine-Carpathian collision . Publications emphasize triassic-jurassic paleogeography , nappes stacking , and crustal deformation . She uses Raman spectroscopy for metamorphic studies and contributes to stratigraphic frameworks via calcareous nannofossil and ammonite data .

• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
• Sedimentary Geology
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ZSUGYEL Márton serves as a Research Fellow at the Department of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering within the Faculty of Civil Engineering at Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME). His work bridges experimental hydraulics and computational river dynamics, with primary responsibilities including research leadership and instruction in advanced hydrology courses such as Hydrology II (BMEEOVVAI41). His research program centers on unraveling complex flow phenomena in natural river systems, particularly focusing on chaotic advection mechanisms, sediment transport processes, and groyne-field hydrodynamics. Through innovative video-based methodologies and particle tracking techniques, he investigates bedload transport in gravel-bed rivers, surface trajectory patterns in large rivers, and mixing processes around river engineering structures. This work provides critical insights for river management, sediment control, and hydraulic structure design. Analysis of his 2012-2019 publications reveals a consistent methodological thread: combining laboratory experiments with field measurements to quantify chaotic flow features. Key contributions include establishing video-analysis protocols for bedload transport, characterizing advection dynamics in groyne fields, and documenting confluence hydrodynamics. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between fluid mechanics, environmental engineering, and fluvial geomorphology. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. While specific grant details and student supervision records were not provided, his research scope implies involvement in experimental projects requiring laboratory facilities and field equipment. His teaching of Hydrology II suggests contributions to graduate-level civil engineering education at BME.

• Hydrology
• River Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
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Dr. CLEMENT Adrienne is an Associate Professor at the Department of Sanitary and Environmental Engineering , Budapest University of Technology and Economics. Her roles include serving on the Faculty Council as Elected Member, Head of the Committee on Education, and Member of multiple faculty committees. Research Interests: Focus on water quality management, micropollutant monitoring, nutrient emission modeling, and climate change impacts on water systems. Her work emphasizes the Danube River Basin, Lake Balaton, and urban/rural pollution mitigation. Teaching: Currently instructs Water Quality Management (BMEEOVKMV62). Previously taught similar courses in Hungarian and English, including Water Quality Monitoring (BMEEOVKMV-2).

• Water quality management
• Environmental engineering
• Hydrology
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Dr. FLEIT Gábor is a Research Fellow at the Department of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME). He teaches courses such as Hydromorphology and Infrastructural Design Project, with a focus on river morphology, sediment transport, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling. His research addresses hydrodynamic impacts of ship-induced waves, environmental monitoring of large rivers, and sustainable mitigation strategies for hydraulic structures. University: Budapest University of Technology and Economics School: Faculty of Civil Engineering Email: fleit.gabor@emk.bme.hu Room: K. ép / fsz. 15/3 His publications emphasize the application of advanced technologies like LSPIV, acoustic mapping, and CFD to analyze riverbed dynamics, sediment resuspension, and bridge scour. Recent work includes spectral mapping of bedforms, hysteresis in hydraulic variables, and predictive modeling for juvenile fish safety. Scientific awards include the #építő250 scholarship, recognizing contributions to civil engineering research and education.

• Hydraulic Engineering
• River Morphology
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Modeling
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Dávid Karátson is a Professor at the Institute of Geography and Earth Sciences , Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), Budapest, affiliated with the Department of Physical Geography and the Center of Geography . His career focuses on volcanology, geomorphology, and geoheritage, with a particular emphasis on volcanic landforms, hazards, and tectonic-climatic interactions. Doctor of Science (DSc) recipient Specializes in volcanic geomorphology, ignimbrite stratigraphy, and hazard assessment Research spans Late Quaternary volcanoes in the East Carpathians and Central Paratethys His recent work explores the interplay between magma composition, eruption styles, and post-depositional processes, including tephra dispersal and inverted volcanic relief. He employs advanced geomorphometric techniques (e.g., DTM-based analyses) and integrates paleomagnetic/radiometric dating to reconstruct volcanic histories. Scientific contributions include: Key Awards : Doctor of Science (DSc) Email : karatson.david@ttk.elte.hu

• Volcanology
• Geomorphology
• Petrology
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Till Sára is a researcher at the Department of Hydrodynamic Systems , Budapest University of Technology and Economics . Her work focuses on fluid dynamics and rheological modeling of non-Newtonian fluids , including Bingham plastic , Herschel-Bulkley , and power-law fluids . Keywords: Fluid Mechanics, Rheology, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Environmental Engineering, Pump Technology, Hydrodynamic Systems Research Trends : Her recent publications analyze viscoplastic flow in pipes , pump degradation with complex fluids , and activated sludge transport using experimental and CFD-based methods . She has contributed to understanding pressure losses, friction factors, and flow stability in industrial and environmental systems.

• Fluid Dynamics
• Rheology
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
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POMÁZI Flóra serves as a Research Fellow at the Department of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering within the Faculty of Civil Engineering at Budapest University of Technology and Economics. Her institutional contact details include office location K. ép / fsz. 15/3 and direct phone line +36 1 463 1687. Her academic focus centers on hydraulic systems and river morphology, with particular emphasis on sediment transport dynamics at river confluences. Key research areas include: Hydromorphological processes in river systems Suspended sediment transport mechanics Interactions between rivers with differing sediment characteristics She contributes to academic instruction through courses such as Hydromophology (BMEEOVVMV-2) and has previously supervised TDK topics investigating sediment transport at river confluences. Her scholarly output includes contributions to the Magyar Navigation Forums, though specific publications are not detailed in available records. Professional activities are documented through institutional channels at Budapest University of Technology and Economics, with no current indications of external grants, laboratory affiliations, or student advisement roles.

• Hydraulic Engineering
• Fluvial Geomorphology
• Sediment Transport
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Valéria Balázsik is a Lecturer at Óbuda University's Alba Regia Faculty, specializing in geoinformatics and remote sensing applications. Her work integrates geodetic measurements, archaeological analysis, and environmental monitoring. She can be contacted at balazsik.valeria@amk.uni-obuda.hu and holds consultations on Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Her research focuses on topographic analysis, UAV-based data acquisition, and land cover detection in urban and natural environments. Key projects include soil erosion monitoring in the Tetves catchment and crustal movement studies in the Central-Tisza region. She also explores geoinformatics tools in archaeology and photogrammetric techniques. Recent publications highlight advancements in large-scale cartography technologies (2019), vertical crustal movement analysis (2011), and wetland rehabilitation topography (2015). Her work bridges theoretical geosciences with practical applications in environmental management and cultural heritage preservation. No scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided materials. She has not been associated with formal advisees or student supervision according to current records.

• Geoinformatics
• Remote Sensing
• Archaeology
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Dr. János Kovács serves as Full Professor, Deputy Head of the Institute of Geography and Earth Sciences, and Head of the Department of Geology and Meteorology at the University of Pécs, Hungary. His institutional leadership positions reflect significant contributions to academic administration and earth sciences research in Central Europe, with particular focus on the Carpathian Basin's geological evolution. His research program centers on Quaternary geology and paleoenvironmental reconstruction , specializing in low-temperature geological processes (mineralogical/geochemical reactions below 300°C) and siliciclastic sedimentary processes . Key investigation areas include loess stratigraphy, Saharan dust deposition dynamics, stable isotope analysis of fossil remains, and river meander formation in loess landscapes. Methodologically, he employs advanced grain size distribution analysis, geochemical profiling, and dating techniques (AMS 14 C, OSL/IRSL) to decode the Pannonian Basin's environmental history. Analysis of his 2016-2020 publications reveals a dominant focus on Central European loess-paleosol sequences as paleoclimate archives. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary integration of sedimentology, geochemistry, and paleoclimatology to address dust provenance, loess formation mechanisms, and millennial-scale climate impacts on sedimentary systems. Notably, his research spans volcanic paleoenvironments, river dynamics, and nanomaterial applications in environmental contexts, reflecting a cohesive yet diverse scientific vision. No specific scientific awards were documented in the provided sources, though his extensive publication record in high-impact journals and leadership roles indicate professional recognition within geological sciences. Details regarding graduate student supervision, research grants, and laboratory management were not specified in available materials. However, his dual administrative responsibilities as department head and institute deputy head imply active involvement in mentoring junior researchers and overseeing research infrastructure within the Department of Geology and Meteorology.

• Loess stratigraphy
• Paleoenvironmental reconstruction
• Sedimentology
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LÜKŐ Gabriella is currently serving as a Lecturer at the Department of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering, part of the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (Faculty of Civil Engineering). Her primary teaching responsibilities include courses on Water Utilisation and Mater Damage Prevention (BMEEOVVA-F1). Her research focuses at the intersection of hydraulic engineering, environmental fluid mechanics, and shallow lake dynamics, with particular emphasis on air-water interactions and turbulent fluxes. Focus on wind variability effects and thermal stratification Expertise in 3D hydrodynamic modeling and eddy covariance measurements Recipient of the BME Építő250 Scholarship Specializes in fetch-limited shallow lakes and boundary layer processes Contact: luko.gabriella@emk.bme.hu

• Hydraulic Engineering
• Water Resources Management
• Environmental Fluid Mechanics
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