Natalia Sergeevna Belova is an active Associate Professor at the Department of Software Engineering within the Faculty of Computer Science at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE University). She has been with HSE since 2012, accumulating 13 years of scientific and teaching experience. Her academic journey began with engineering education and progressed through postgraduate studies to earning her Candidate of Technical Sciences degree. Her educational background includes: 2010: Candidate of Technical Sciences from Moscow State University of Instrument Engineering and Computer Science, specializing in Mathematical and Software Support for Computing Machines 2009: Postgraduate studies at the same institution 2005: Engineering degree from Moscow State Academy of Instrument Engineering and Computer Science Belova's research interests span automatic text analysis, information search, IT project management, embedded databases, and project-based learning in engineering education. Her work demonstrates a strong focus on practical applications of computer science, particularly in face recognition, pattern recognition, and educational methodologies for software engineering. She has made significant contributions to the fields of embedded database systems and computer vision. Her publication record shows a clear evolution from foundational work on embedded databases (2009) to advanced research in computer vision and deep learning (2015-2025). The most recent publications focus on artificial intelligence applications in transport design and affect recognition in video, demonstrating her ability to adapt to emerging technologies while maintaining expertise in her core areas. Among her notable achievements: Gratitude from HSE University leadership (2023, 2025) Multiple publication bonuses for high-impact research Recognition as Best Teacher (2016-2017) Membership in the High Professional Potential Group (HSE personnel reserve) Belova has supervised numerous bachelor's theses, guiding students through projects ranging from mobile applications to complex software systems. She has also secured significant research funding, including a Presidential Grant for young doctors of science (2017-2018) for developing pattern recognition methods. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on Group Dynamics and Communication in Software Engineering Professional Practice and Software Engineering Economics, reflecting her dual expertise in technical and soft skills development for future software engineers.










