Prof. Catalin Dumitrescu, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Romania
Dr. CΔtΔlin Dumitrescu is an Associate Professor and R&D Scientific Adviser specializing in Computing and Artificial Intelligence at the Department of Electronics & Telecommunications, Transportation Engineering Faculty, University Politehnica of Bucharest (UPB), Romania. With a Ph.D. in Digital Signal Processing and Machine Learning from UPB, he possesses extensive expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and digital signal processing, particularly in applications related to defense, cybersecurity, and multimedia security. Dr. Dumitrescu has over 20 years of R&D experience in the defense industry, including roles in machine learning systems for IMINT & SIGINT. He is also a certified expert in Critical Infrastructure Risk Management and Competitive Intelligence.
Professional Profile:
Summary of Suitability for Excellence in Research: Dr. Catalin Dumitrescu
Dr. Catalin Dumitrescu exemplifies excellence in research through his extensive expertise, academic credentials, professional experience, and impactful contributions in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Digital Signal Processing, particularly in applications for defense, transportation, and security.
Education
π Ph.D. in Digital Signal Processing & Machine Learning β University Politehnica of Bucharest.
π Engineering Degree in Signal and Image Processing β Transportation Engineering Faculty, UPB.
π Postgraduate Degree in International Business & Economics β Bucharest University of Economic Studies.
π Certified Expert in:
- Critical Infrastructure Risk Management β οΈ
- Competitive Intelligence π§
Professional Experience
πΉ 2015 β Present: Associate Professor, R&D Adviser in AI & Computing, UPB.
πΉ 2018 β Present: R&D Consultant, SOLIDUS AI TECH.
πΉ 2015 β 2018: Software Systems Architect, UTI GROUP.
πΉ 1995 β 2015: R&D Military Officer, Defense Advanced Technology Institute.
πΉ 1986 β 1995: Electronics Engineer, Transport Research Institute.
π‘ Career Highlights:
- 20+ years of experience in Machine Learning, AI, and Cyber Defence.
- Expertise in IMINT & SIGINT for the defence sector π‘οΈ.
- Development of advanced algorithms and software architecture for signal processing and AI systems.
Research Interests
π Core Areas:
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning π€
- Digital Signal Processing π‘
- Neural Networks for Audio & Image Analysis π§πΌοΈ
- Cyber Security & Forensics π΅οΈββοΈ
- Cognitive Radio Systems π»
π Specialized Focus:
- Deep Learning for object detection and classification π₯οΈ
- Brain-Computer Interfaces π§
- EEG, EKG, and EMG signal analysis π
- Cryptography & Multimedia Security π
Teaching Expertise
π Courses include:
- Cyber Security & Defence π
- Digital Image Processing π·
- Real-Time Signal Processing β±οΈ
- Multimedia Forensics and Security π₯
Publication top Notes:
Fuzzy logic for intelligent control system using soft computing applications
CITED:61
Development of an acoustic system for UAV detection
CITED:60
Using brain-computer interface to control a virtual drone using non-invasive motor imagery and machine learning
CITED:21
Aircraft trajectory tracking using radar equipment with fuzzy logic algorithm
CITED:21
Internal Auditing & Risk Management, No. 4 (56)
CITED:17
Monitoring system with applications in road transport
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