Assoc. Prof. Dr. Katarína Draganova, Technical University of Kosice, Slovakia
Assoc. Prof. Ing. Katarína Draganová, PhD., ING-PAED IGIP, is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of electronics and aviation technology. She is currently an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Košice, Faculty of Aeronautics, where she has been actively engaged in research and teaching. From 2021 to 2023, she served as the Head of the Department of Aviation Technical Studies, contributing significantly to the development of academic programs and research initiatives. Her expertise lies in applied sensorics, aviation and industrial electronic systems, and air traffic management. She earned her Ph.D. in Electronics from the Technical University of Košice in 2012 and has since been involved in various research and development projects, publishing extensively in her field. In addition to her academic career, she holds an International Engineering Educator (ING-PAED IGIP) certification and has been instrumental in mentoring students at bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Fluent in Slovak, English (FCE-certified), and German, she continues to make significant contributions to engineering education and aviation technology advancements.
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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Assoc. Prof. Ing. Katarína Draganová, PhD., is a highly accomplished researcher and educator in aviation electronics, air traffic management, and applied sensor technology. Her extensive contributions to research, education, and academic leadership make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
🎓 Education
- 2018 – Associate Professor (Assoc. Prof.) in Electronics, Technical University of Košice
- 2013 – 2014 – International Engineering Educator (ING-PAED IGIP), Technical University of Košice
- 2009 – 2012 – Ph.D. in Aviation and Industrial Electronic Systems, Faculty of Aeronautics, Technical University of Košice
- 2004 – 2009 – Engineer (Ing.) in Air Traffic Management, Faculty of Aeronautics, Technical University of Košice
- 1996 – 2004 – Grammar School, P.O. Hviezdoslav in Dolný Kubín
- 1992 – 1996 – Elementary School, Vyšný Kubín
💼 Work Experience
- 2018 – Present – Associate Professor, Technical University of Košice, Faculty of Aeronautics
- Research and teaching in bachelor’s, engineering, and doctoral programs
- Supervising bachelor’s, diploma, and dissertation theses
- Research in applied sensorics and aviation technology
- 2021 – 2023 – Head of the Department of Aviation Technical Studies
- Managed academic and research activities within the department
- 2017 – 2018 – Assistant Professor, Technical University of Košice
- Led lectures, exercises, and research projects in aviation and electronics
- 2012 – 2017 – Senior Scientist, Technical University of Košice
- Conducted research and development in aviation sensor technology
- Co-authored scientific publications and mentored students
🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors
- Recognized as an Expert in Aviation Electronics ✈️
- Published Numerous Research Papers in Sensorics and Aviation Technology 📜
- Contributed to National and International Research Projects 🌍
- FCE (Cambridge First Certificate in English) Certified 📖
- Fluent in German 🇩🇪
Publication Top Notes:
From Košice to the Orbit. A Successful Story of Applied Magnetism
Mechanical Design and Testing of Mobile Monitoring Units for Security Systems
Implementation of Magnetic Markers for the Diagnostics of Conveyor Belt Transportation Systems
Stray Magnetic Field Measurement Method of Magnetic Hysteresis Curve of Open-Ended Sensor and Actuator Cores
Non-Destructive Testing of Pipe Conveyor Belts Using Glass-Coated Magnetic Microwires
Influence of Disinfectants on Airport Conveyor Belts