Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ekaterina Gospodinova | Photovoltaic Systems Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ekaterina Gospodinova, Technical University of Sofia, Bulgaria

Dr. Ekaterina Gospodinova Zaharieva is an Associate Professor of Engineering at the Technical University of Sofia, Bulgaria, with extensive experience in both academia and research. With a Ph.D. in Software Engineering, she has specialized in Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, and Neural Networks. Over her career, she has excelled in designing engaging lectures, developing online courses, and enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching methods. Dr. Zaharieva is known for her expertise in integrating technology into the classroom, using tools like PowerPoint and Google Classroom to foster interactive learning experiences. Her research spans topics such as neural networks for predicting viral infections and energy efficiency algorithms. In addition to her academic roles, she has a strong background in software development and has contributed to numerous research projects and publications. Dr. Zaharieva is passionate about mentoring students and doctoral candidates, working on scientific papers, textbooks, and providing training. She is a member of various professional organizations including Rotary International and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and is committed to advancing the field of computer technology through her teaching and research endeavors.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

Dr. Ekaterina Gospodinova Zaharieva is a distinguished lecturer and researcher at the Technical University of Sofia, Bulgaria, with over 30 years of experience in computer technology and artificial intelligence. Her dedication to creating engaging educational content, combined with her research expertise, positions her as a leading candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education:

• 🧠 Ph.D. in Software Engineering (2020)
  University “Prof. Dr. Assen Zlatarov” – Burgas, Bulgaria

  • Specialized in Artificial Intelligence, Neural Networks, Software Assurance, and Communication Technology

  • Dissertation: Concepts for building distributed special-purpose information systems

  • Research Projects:

    • Mathematical modeling & prediction of viral infections using neural networks

    • Energy efficiency improvement using artificial neural networks

• 💻 M.Sc. in Informatics (2006)
  Technical University of Sofia – Sofia, Bulgaria

  • Courses: Mathematical Modeling, Programming Languages, Mathematical Linguistics, Automated Information Systems

• 🛠️ M.Sc. in Engineering (1995)
  Technical University of Sofia – Sofia, Bulgaria

  • Dissertation: System Modeling of Real Systems and Software Assurance

  • Achievements during study:

    • 🏆 Marie Curie Award recipient (1995)

    • 🎓 High Achievement Scholarship (1992, 1993)

    • 🤝 President, Student Council

    • 🎾 Tennis Team Captain

    • 💡 Member of Mathematical Linguistics, Programming, Computer Graphics clubs

💼 Work Experience:

• 👩‍🏫 Associate Professor / Lecturer (2012–present)
  Technical University of Sofia, Sliven, Bulgaria

  • Lecture development, remote teaching, academic publishing

  • Designed engaging online and in-person coursework using AI and neural networks

• 📐 High School Mathematics Teacher (2004–2018)
  Sliven, Bulgaria

  • Enhanced classroom engagement and collaborated in school-wide academic initiatives

• 💻 Developer, Proteus Solutions GBR, Germany (2003–2013)

  • Process optimization, task delegation, and interdepartmental coordination

• ⚡ Teacher, Electrical Engineering High School (1995–2004)

  • Led extracurricular activities and mentored students

• 🔧 Developer, R&ES, Germany (1998–2003)

  • Focus on analytical problem-solving and collaborative development

🏅 Awards & Honors:

• 🏅 Marie Curie Award (1995)

• 🎓 Multiple academic scholarships for excellence

• 🏆 Professional Engineering (PE) License – National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying

• 🧠 Member of IEEE, Rotary International, and Association of Information Technology Professionals

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