Boyan Jekov

Boyan Jekov is an Assistant Professor at the University of Library Studies and Information Technologies in Sofia, Bulgaria, where he is affiliated with the Faculty of Information Science. He is a member of Elena Shoikova's Lab and has established himself as a researcher with expertise in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and quantum computing applications.

His research interests span several critical technology domains:

• Cybersecurity and Security Operations Centers
• Artificial Intelligence applications for threat detection and response
• Internet of Things security frameworks
• Quantum communication and computing applications
• Data science and big data analytics
• Technology applications in education

Professor Jekov's research output demonstrates a focus on cutting-edge security challenges, with recent publications through 2025 on autonomous AI architectures for Security Operations Centers and quantum computing applications for environmental issues. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications across multiple domains including security infrastructure, healthcare, and educational technology. His publications show a consistent trajectory toward increasingly complex and interdisciplinary research problems.

His scholarly contributions include 35 publications with 9,239 reads and 82 citations, reflecting steady research productivity over approximately a decade of academic work. His recent publications show increasing engagement with emerging technologies and interdisciplinary applications, particularly at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing.

Professor Jekov's research methodology appears to emphasize practical applications of advanced computing techniques to solve real-world problems, particularly in security domains and educational technology. His work often involves collaborative research with colleagues across different departments and institutions, demonstrating a team-oriented approach to complex technological challenges.