Peter Pavel Arthur Petráš is a Tutor at the Institute for Intelligent System Technologies within the Faculty of Technical Sciences at the University of Klagenfurt. His research focuses on interdisciplinary applications of artificial intelligence, robotics, and systems engineering, with contributions to fields like swarmalator dynamics, automated systems design, and media literacy in digital environments. He is actively engaged in collaborative projects involving industry partners such as Infineon Technologies Austria AG and the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG), emphasizing practical innovations in technology and education. While not listed as a project head, his role supports cutting-edge research in areas like radar simulation frameworks, garment sorting automation, and multi-agent localization systems. His work bridges theoretical advancements with real-world implementation, particularly in edge-cloud computing and interdisciplinary methodological innovations. Recent publications highlight his expertise in AI-driven solutions, robotics, and the societal implications of digital media. Notable themes include analyzing online political microtargeting avoidance, improving multi-robot exploration algorithms, and exploring poetry workshops in migration research. His contributions align with the University of Klagenfurt’s focus on fostering innovation through its Third Mission initiatives, emphasizing knowledge transfer to regional industries and public sectors. Petráš collaborates on projects addressing societal challenges, such as promoting media literacy through the #NoFakeFacts! Citizen Science initiative and enhancing wind turbine blade inspection via multimedia drones. His work reflects a commitment to both technical innovation and addressing ethical and educational dimensions of emerging technologies.







