Viliam Bárek

prof. Ing. Viliam Bárek, CSc. is a Professor at the Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra within the Faculty of Horticulture and Landscape Engineering. He is actively affiliated with the Department of Landscape Engineering and maintains his office at ZM_1_2.08 with contact information including work phone +421 37 641 5236 and university email viliam.barek@uniag.sk.

Professor Bárek specializes in Irrigation Engineering and Landscape Management, with research spanning practical applications for agricultural and recreational landscapes. His expertise encompasses drip irrigation systems, soil moisture monitoring, temperature management in orchards, and water conservation techniques for sports facilities. He has consistently bridged theoretical engineering principles with real-world landscape maintenance challenges throughout his career.

His supervision of 56 theses from 2011-2025 reveals a clear research trajectory focused on optimizing water resources under economic constraints. Recent works emphasize climate-responsive irrigation management and alternative water solutions, reflecting evolving industry needs. The consistent theme across these projects is developing cost-effective irrigation systems that maintain quality playing surfaces for sports facilities while addressing water conservation concerns.

Professor Bárek maintains regular consultation hours during the summer semester every Monday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for thesis students. His academic mentorship has produced professionals working across landscape engineering sectors, with thesis topics ranging from golf course irrigation to orchard management systems, demonstrating his commitment to applied research that solves practical landscape engineering problems.