جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Matej Lorkoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• 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).

• Quantitative Methods in Economics
• Poverty and Social Exclusion Analysis
• Statistical Modeling
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Prof. Erik Šoltés is a Professor at the Department of Statistics, Faculty of Economic Informatics, University of Economics in Bratislava. He holds a PhD in Quantitative Methods in Economics and has served as a Professor since 2021. His academic journey includes roles as an Assistant Professor (1998–2010) and Associate Professor (2010–2021). Education: Mgr. in Teaching of General Education (1998, Comenius University) and PhD in Statistics (2004, University of Economics in Bratislava). Research Interests: Focus on statistical methodologies applied to socio-economic issues, including poverty analysis, social exclusion, insurance risk modeling, and data science. He employs advanced statistical techniques like logistic regression, generalized linear models (GLM), and contrast analysis to study labor market dynamics, household work intensity, and regional disparities in the EU. His work frequently involves collaboration with institutions like the Czech Academy of Sciences and Springer Nature. Grants & Projects: Lead researcher in projects such as 'Impact of Inflation on Poverty and Social Exclusion in Slovakia and the EU' (2024–2026) and 'Application of Data Science in Labor Market Trend Analysis' (2023). Collaborates on EU-funded initiatives like the APVV-SRB logistics optimization project (2019–2021). Academic Roles: Former Deputy Dean for Science and Doctoral Studies (2015–2022), current Dean of the Faculty of Economic Informatics (2023–present). Serves on editorial boards of journals like Statistika: Statistics and Economy Journal and Equilibrium . Actively participates in international academic committees and conferences, including the Aleksander Zelias International Conference. International Collaboration: Engages in teaching and research exchanges with universities in the Czech Republic, Poland, Germany, and Uzbekistan through Erasmus+ and VEGA-funded projects.

• Actuarial Science
• Life Insurance
• Quantitative Methods in Economics
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Prof. RNDr. Katarína Sakálová, CSc. is a Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Actuarial Science, Faculty of Economic Informatics, University of Economics in Bratislava. Her career spans over four decades with continuous academic progression from Assistant (1978-1981) to Assistant Professor (1981-2010) and Professor since 2011. Education: Second Degree: General Education Teacher (Math-Physics), Faculty of Natural Sciences, Comenius University Bratislava (1978) Third Degree: Mathematical Analysis, Faculty of Mathematics, Physics and Informatics, Comenius University (1994) Associate Professor: Quantitative Methods in Economics, Faculty of Economic Informatics (2000) Professor: Quantitative Methods in Economics, Faculty of Economic Informatics (2011) Her research focuses on actuarial science and life insurance mathematics , with expertise in premium pricing, risk modeling, and interest rate impacts on insurance products. She employs advanced quantitative methods including stochastic modeling and constrained optimization, often applied to solvency assessment and portfolio variability analysis. Her work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical insurance economics, particularly in regulatory compliance contexts like Solvency II. Recent publications (2016-2022) demonstrate consistent specialization in life insurance risk management, with emphasis on profitability metrics, catastrophic risk capital requirements, and premium calculation methodologies. The research shows increasing focus on regulatory capital frameworks and computational approaches to complex insurance problems. Research Leadership: Head of VEGA Project 1/0618/17 (2017-2019): Modern Methods for Modeling and Risk Management in Life Insurance Team Member: VEGA 1/0410/22 (2022-2024) - Analysis of Insurance Risks Team Member: VEGA 1/0166/20 (2020-2022) - Capital Requirements for Catastrophic Risks She has supervised 20 bachelor's theses, 56 master's theses, and 6 doctoral dissertations. International collaborations include City University of London, Government Actuary's Department UK, and University of Padova. Professional engagement includes founding membership in the Slovak Society of Actuaries (1996-present), leadership in the SSA Education Commission (2012-2014), and presidency of the Subsection Commission for Quantitative Methods in Economics (since 2019).

• Financial Markets
• Artificial Intelligence in Finance
• Risk Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Verner is an Associate Professor at the Department of Quantitative Methods within the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Economics in Bratislava. His work focuses on financial markets, optimization methods, and statistical modeling, contributing to both academic research and practical applications in business analytics. His recent publications span topics such as: Computational finance and machine learning Stock market forecasting with neural networks Risk analysis in insurance using AI Educational assessment frameworks He has also participated in international research initiatives and collaborative programs, including the Central Europe Connect initiative, which brings together students from leading business schools in Warsaw, Bratislava, and Vienna.

Zuzana Krátkaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Actuarial Mathematics
• Non-life Insurance
• Financial Mathematics
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Zuzana Krátka is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Actuarial Science within the Faculty of Economics and Finance, University of Economics in Bratislava. She specializes in quantitative finance and insurance disciplines, with teaching responsibilities including Mathematics I/II , Financial Mathematics , and Enterprise Risk Management . Education: PhD in Insurance, University of Economics in Bratislava (2010) Engineer Degree (Ing.) in Finance, Banking & Insurance, University of Economics in Bratislava (2005) Master's (Mgr.) in Mathematical Structures, Charles University, Prague (1992) Research Focus: Her work centers on developing mathematical frameworks for insurance and financial systems, particularly non-life insurance modeling, risk quantification methodologies, and economic applications of actuarial science. Professional Activities: Member: Committee for Science, Research & Innovation (2015–present) Associated Member: Slovak Society of Actuaries (2013–present) Member: Sector Council for Banking/Financial Services/Insurance (2013–present) Working Group Member: Solvency II Directive Transposition (Ministry of Finance SR, 2010–2015)

• Econometrics
• Operations Research
• Macroeconomic Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Martin Lukáčik, PhD, is a Professor at the Department of Operations Research and Econometrics, Faculty of Economic Informatics, University of Economics in Bratislava. His academic career spans over two decades, focusing on econometric modeling, macroeconomic analysis, and operations research applications. Education: 2005: PhD in Econometrics and Operations Research, University of Economics in Bratislava 1998: Master's in Operations Research and Econometrics, University of Economics in Bratislava His research interests include econometrics, operations research, spatial spillover effects, and fuel price asymmetry. Recent projects analyze pandemic impacts on EU economies, asymmetric fuel pricing, and spatial economic dynamics. He has supervised doctoral students such as Ádám Csápai (2021–2024), Martin Benkovič (2013–2018), and Patrik Kupkovič (2013–2016). Grants include VEGA 1/0052/24 (structural parameter estimation) and KEGA 026EU-4/2024 (interactive economics books). Prof. Lukáčik is actively involved in international collaborations, including ERASMUS+ mobilities in Prague, Ostrava, and Split. He serves on scientific councils and editorial boards for journals like Equilibrium .

Silvia Zelinováمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Actuarial Science
• Life Insurance
• IFRS 17
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Silvia Zelinová serves as Assistant Professor and Vice-Dean for Education at the Department of Mathematics and Actuarial Science, Faculty of Economic Informatics, University of Economics in Bratislava. Holding a PhD in Quantitative Methods in Economics (2021), she teaches core mathematics courses including Mathematics I, Mathematics for Economists, and specialized insurance mathematics subjects. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Science in Accounting (2006-2009) from Faculty of Economic Informatics Additional pedagogical studies (2009-2011) from Faculty of National Economy Engineer in Actuarial Science (2009-2011) from Faculty of Economic Informatics PhD in Quantitative Methods in Economics (2021) from Faculty of Economic Informatics Dr. Zelinová's research centers on actuarial science applications in insurance valuation, with emphasis on IFRS 17 implementation for life insurance and reinsurance contracts. Her work bridges mathematical analysis, financial reporting standards, and risk modeling techniques essential for modern insurance accounting. Her 2020-2022 publications demonstrate consistent focus on IFRS 17 valuation methodologies, particularly the Variable Fee Approach (VFA) model, while expanding into motor insurance claim severity analysis through statistical segmentation techniques. This research trajectory reflects growing industry demand for precise insurance contract measurement under new accounting standards. No scientific awards are documented in the provided institutional profile. She actively participates in VEGA research projects (1/0410/22, 1/0166/20, 1/0121/21, 1/0647/19, 1/0487/21) addressing actuarial modeling challenges, though specific student advisement details are not listed. Her industry experience as Insurance Mathematician at Ergo Poisťovňa a.s. (2011-2017) informs practical research applications. As a continuous member of the Slovak Society of Actuaries since 2013, she collaborates within academic and professional networks to advance actuarial methodology in Central European insurance markets.

Matej Hudákمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Statistics
• Information and Communication Technologies
• Business Analytics
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Matej Hudák is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Quantitative Methods within the Faculty of Business Administration based in Košice , part of the University of Economics in Bratislave . He also serves as Vice-dean for International Relations and Informatization and Study Advisor for the I. degree of study. His teaching areas include Optimization Methods, Business Analytics, Statistics, Informatics, Mathematics, and Business Risk Management. Research Interests: Statistical methods, information and communication technologies (ICT), business analytics, and economic policy. His work focuses on sustainability of digital public spaces, financial modeling for regional economies, pension system adjustments, and cross-country comparisons of labor markets. Article Trends: Recent publications analyze sustainability in digital cooperatives, quality management standards (ISO 9001), regional economic disparities, and pension reforms. These reflect his engagement with VEGA and INTERREG projects. Grants: Involved in VEGA 1/0736/19 (artificial intelligence in European bond markets), INTERREG IVC 1038R4 (Digital Cooperatives), VEGA 1/0519/12 (business risk insurance), and VEGA 1/0562/14 (Business Intelligence tools).

Zsolt Simonkaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Applications of mathematical methods in economics
• Pension and health insurance
• Financial mathematics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zsolt Simonka is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Actuarial Science, Faculty of Economic Informatics, University of Economics in Bratislava. His work spans theoretical and applied mathematics in economic contexts, with a focus on pension systems, health insurance, and financial mathematics. Education: Mgr. (1997), PaedDr. (2000), PhD (2006) from Comenius University in Bratislava Academic roles: Assistant (1997–1999), Research Assistant (2000–2021), Associate Professor (2022–) His research integrates mathematical modeling with insurance frameworks, particularly in non-life insurance optimization and differential equations for health insurance applications. He has contributed to STEAM education through computer-aided teaching tools and innovative pedagogical methods. Recent publications in high-impact journals like Sustainability and Mathematics highlight his work on computer tools for education and reinsurance chain optimization. He has participated in VEGA and KEGA projects, focusing on financial risk and educational sustainability. While no specific scientific awards are listed, Simonka actively reviews for MDPI journals (Mathematics, Sustainability) and contributes to academic discourse through monographs and textbooks.

František Slaninkaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Actuarial Science
• Financial Mathematics
• Risk Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

František Slaninka is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Actuarial Science within the Faculty of Economics and Finance at the University of Economics in Bratislava. PhD (2014) and Mgr. (2000) from Comenius University in Bratislava His research focuses on actuarial mathematics , non-life insurance , and software applications in actuarial science , particularly using ModelRisk for risk modeling. He teaches core mathematics courses including Mathematics I/II , Probability Theory , and Financial Mathematics . Recent publications analyze risk optimization in reinsurance programs and software-based quantitative risk modeling. His academic activities include collaboration on grant projects and participation in international conferences like Managing and Modelling of Financial Risks.

Marian Reiffمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Operations Research
• Econometrics
• Game Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marian Reiff serves as Associate Professor and Vice-Dean for Social Affairs and Informatization at the Department of Operations Research and Econometrics, Faculty of Economic Informatics, University of Economics in Bratislava. His academic career spans nearly two decades at the institution, progressing from Assistant Professor (2005-2019) to Associate Professor (2019-present). Research Focus: His work centers on operations research methodologies with applications in econometrics, game theory, and financial modeling. Key research areas include multi-criteria decision making, cluster analysis of economic indicators, spatial allocation problems, and insurance mathematics. His publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary connections between mathematical modeling and real-world economic challenges. Publication Trends: Recent work shows increasing focus on pandemic-related financial impacts (2024), agricultural economics (2016-2022), and game-theoretic regulatory models (2022). His 29 Scopus/Web of Science publications have generated 69 citations, indicating substantial scholarly impact in operations research and applied econometrics. Academic Leadership: He has organized the international Quantitative Methods in Economics conference series (2008-2022) and the International Seminar of Young Scientists (2007-2013), demonstrating strong community engagement in his field. Teaching & Mentoring: Supervised 24 bachelor's and 38 master's theses. Regularly teaches advanced courses including Simulation Models, Stochastic Decision Processes, and Econometrics in English. His professional development includes Six Sigma certification (2017) and advanced MATLAB training (2018). Research Projects: Actively participates in major grants including: APVV SK-SRB-18-0009: Logistics optimization using electric vehicles VEGA 1/0427/20: Game theory models in economics VEGA 1/0339/20: Hidden Markov models in finance VEGA 1/0115/23: Cooperative game theory applications VEGA 1/0120/23: Environmental decision models International Engagement: Maintains active global connections through Erasmus+ mobilities at Ghent University (2005), University of Akureyri (2014), Baskent University (2015), and Gdańsk University of Technology (2024), plus annual teaching at University of Redlands (2009-2022).

Tatiana Šoltésováمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematical Analysis
• Applications of Mathematical Methods in Economics
• Stochastic Approach in Life Insurance
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Tatiana Šoltésová is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Actuarial Science, Faculty of Economics and Finance, University of Economics in Bratislava. Her academic career spans over two decades, focusing on mathematical methods in economics and actuarial science. Education : Mgr. in Mathematics-Biology (Faculty of Science, Comenius University, 1998), PhD. in Statistics (University of Economics in Bratislava, 2007), Doc. in Quantitative Methods (University of Economics in Bratislava, 2020). Research Interests include mathematical analysis, actuarial modeling in life insurance, stochastic approaches to risk assessment, and socioeconomic inequality analysis. She has contributed to interdisciplinary studies combining statistical methods with economic and demographic challenges. Publications highlight her expertise in actuarial science, life insurance modeling, and socioeconomic research. Her work spans empirical studies on poverty, statistical frameworks for insurance contracts (IFRS 17), and risk segmentation in liability insurance, reflecting a blend of theoretical and applied actuarial research. Grants & Projects involve leadership in VEGA 1/0410/22 (Life Insurance Risk Analysis) and significant roles in projects addressing EU poverty, corporate demography, and Solvency II impacts. She has collaborated extensively on grants since 1998, focusing on quantitative economic methods.

ŠOLTÉS, Erikمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistical Methods
• Econometrics
• Socio-Economic Phenomena Analysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

ŠOLTÉS, Erik is a Professor at the Department of Statistics within the Faculty of Economic Informatics at the University of Economics in Bratislava. He serves as the Dean since 2023 and has held significant roles including Vice-Dean for Science and Doctoral Studies (2015-2023) and Deputy Head of Department (2008-2010). His academic career spans over 25 years, with contributions to statistical modeling, non-life insurance risk analysis, and socio-economic research.

Iveta Radičováمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Policy
• European Union Politics
• Sociology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Iveta Radičová is a Professor at Banská Bystrica International School of Liberal Arts (BISLA), specializing in social policy and European Union politics. She holds academic roles in the College Administration and coordinates interdisciplinary research projects focusing on post-communist transitions, social justice, and Roma inclusion. Her research spans 30 years, emphasizing EU integration dynamics, welfare state reforms, and comparative social policy analysis between Central European nations. Her key projects include leadership roles in: New Pact for EU (2016) MISSOC/TRESS/FRESSCO (2004–present) CONSENSUS II (social protection reforms, 1998–2000) Yale University-led Roma position studies (1998–2002) Research interests combine quantitative policy analysis with qualitative sociocultural studies , addressing topics like: Risk management in welfare systems EU integration challenges Gender and ethnicity in post-communist economies Nonprofit sector impact Published over 40 works including: To be or not to Be – European Union? (2016) Splitting Welfare State (1998) Risk/Security in Transition (1998) Her work bridges academic research with policy advocacy, particularly through international collaborations with institutions like the World Bank, IWM Vienna, and Yale University.

Silvia Šipikalováمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Inequality
• Social Protection
• Poverty Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Silvia Šipikalová is an Associate Professor at the Department of Social Development and Labour, Faculty of Economics and Finance, University of Economics in Bratislava. She has been a member of the faculty since 2003 and holds roles such as Country Team Operator for the SHARE ERIC project, Chair of the Program Council for the 'Social Management and Human Resources' study program, and member of the Scientific Board of the Faculty. Her academic work focuses on social inequality, social protection systems, poverty, and social exclusion, with an emphasis on policy design and labor market dynamics. Her research projects include VEGA-funded initiatives exploring social economy’s role in building inclusive societies and analyzing household investments in housing. She also contributes to the Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE) as a key coordinator. Her publications cover topics such as social security systems, income polarization, and global inequalities, with a strong emphasis on policy implementation and socioeconomic analysis. She teaches courses on human resource development, social security, and labor market policies, emphasizing practical applications of theoretical frameworks. Projects: VEGA 1/0851/21 (Social Economy and Sustainable Development), VEGA 1/0251/19 (Housing Investments and Retirement Income) Languages: English, German International Experience: Visiting scholar at Corvinus University of Budapest and VŠB-Technical University of Ostrava