Assoc. Prof. Dr. Katarína Draganova | Security Systems | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Katarína Draganova | Security Systems | Best Researcher Award 

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 – PresentAssociate 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 – 2023Head of the Department of Aviation Technical Studies
    • Managed academic and research activities within the department
  • 2017 – 2018Assistant Professor, Technical University of Košice
    • Led lectures, exercises, and research projects in aviation and electronics
  • 2012 – 2017Senior 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

Prof. Tian-Fu Lee | Network security Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Tian-Fu Lee | Network security Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Tian-Fu Lee, Tzu Chi University, Taiwan

Dr. Tian-Fu Lee is a professor in the Department of Medical Informatics and the Institute of Medical Sciences at Tzu Chi University, Taiwan. He earned his B.S. degree in Applied Mathematics from National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan, followed by an M.S. degree in Computer Science and Information Engineering from National Chung Cheng University, Taiwan. He completed his Ph.D. in Computer Science and Information Engineering at National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan. Dr. Lee’s research interests span cryptography, network security, medical information security, wireless networks, Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN), the Internet of Things (IoT), the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), and the Internet of Drones (IoD), where he contributes extensively to advancements in secure and efficient information systems for medical and technological applications.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Tian-Fu Lee is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his extensive academic background, contributions, and impactful research in fields related to cryptography, network security, medical information security, wireless sensor networks (WSN), the Internet of Things (IoT), and the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). His academic trajectory—from a Bachelor’s in Applied Mathematics through a Master’s and Ph.D. in Computer Science and Information Engineering—equips him with a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied research. Currently, as a professor at Tzu Chi University in Taiwan, he has focused on solving crucial problems in medical informatics, cybersecurity, and privacy, particularly within healthcare systems.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Applied Mathematics
    • Institution: National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science and Information Engineering
    • Institution: National Chung Cheng University, Taiwan
  • Ph.D. in Computer Science and Information Engineering
    • Institution: National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan

Work Experience

  • Position: Professor
    • Department: Department of Medical Informatics and Institute of Medical Sciences
    • Institution: Tzu Chi University, Taiwan

Research Interests

  • Cryptography
  • Network Security
  • Medical Information Security
  • Wireless Networks
  • Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN)
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Internet of Medical Things (IoMT)
  • Internet of Drones (IoD)

Publication top Notes:

Compliance with HIPAA and GDPR in Certificateless-Based Authenticated Key Agreement Using Extended Chaotic Maps

Enhanced Authenticated Key Agreement for Surgical Applications in a Tactile Internet Environment

Extended Chaotic-Map-Based User Authentication and Key Agreement for HIPAA Privacy/Security Regulations

Blockchain-Based Healthcare Information Preservation Using Extended Chaotic Maps for HIPAA Privacy/Security Regulations