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. Dr. Heung Youl Youm | Zero Trust | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Heung Youl Youm | Zero Trust | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Dr. Heung Youl Youm, Soonchunhyang University, South Korea

Dr. Heung Youl Youm is a Professor Emeritus at Soonchunhyang University, Korea, and a leading expert in cybersecurity and privacy protection. Since September 2024, he has served as the Chairman of the Korea Chief Privacy Officer Council (KCPO) and was previously a Commissioner for the Personal Information Protection Commission in Korea (2020–2023). Internationally, he is a Vice-Chair of ITU-T TSAG for the 2025–2028 study period and was Chair of ITU-T SG17 on security (2017–2024), contributing significantly to ITU-T standardization since 2003. His career began at the Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) in 1982, where he developed high-speed transmission systems. Transitioning to academia in 1990, he became a professor in the Department of Information Security Engineering at Soonchunhyang University and, in 2024, the Director of the SCH Cybersecurity Research Centre. He has held key advisory roles for the Office of National Security, the Ministry of Interior and Safety, and other Korean government agencies, contributing to national cybersecurity policies. His leadership extends to the ISMS/PIMS certification committee since 2007 and the information security committee for the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Games. A graduate of Hanyang University, he holds a Bachelor’s (1981), Master’s (1983), and Ph.D. (1990) in Electronics Engineering. Recognized for his outstanding contributions, he has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Order of Service Merit (Red Stripes) in 2024, the Service Merit Medal in 2020, and the Lifetime Achievement Award from AsiaJCIS in 2019.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Dr. Heung Youl Youm

Dr. Heung Youl Youm is an exceptionally qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his outstanding contributions in cybersecurity, information privacy, and international standardization. His multi-decade impact on research, policy, and international collaborations makes him a strong contender for this prestigious recognition.

🎓 Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree (1981) – Electronics Engineering, Hanyang University, Korea
  • Master’s Degree (1983) – Electronics Engineering, Hanyang University, Korea
  • Ph.D. Degree (1990) – Electronics Engineering, Hanyang University, Korea

💼 Work Experience

  • Professor (Emeritus), Soonchunhyang University, Korea (March 2024 – Present)
  • Chairman, Korea Chief Privacy Officer Council (KCPO) (Since September 2024)
  • Commissioner, Personal Information Protection Commission, Korea (August 2020 – August 2023)
  • Vice-Chair, ITU-T TSAG (2025–2028)
  • Chair, ITU-T SG17 (Security) (2017–2024)
  • Senior Member, Technical Staff, ETRI (Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute) (1982–1990)
  • Professor, Department of Information Security Engineering, Soonchunhyang University, Korea (1990–2024)
  • Director, SCH Cybersecurity Research Centre, Soonchunhyang University (Present)
  • Project Manager of Information Security, MIC/IITA (October 2006 – February 2009)
  • Policy Advisory Committee Member, Office of National Security, Korean Presidential Office (October 2019 – May 2022)
  • Policy Advisory Committee Member, Ministry of Interior and Safety (2020)
  • Board Director, Korea Information Security Agency (May 2020 – October 2023)
  • Chairman, ISMS/PIMS Certification Committee, Korea (Since 2007)
  • Chairman, Information Security Committee, PyeongChang 2018 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games (2015–2018)

🏆 Awards and Honors

  • 🇰🇷 Order of Service Merit (Red Stripes) – Government of Korea (February 2024)
  • 🎖️ Service Merit Medal – President of Korea (April 2020)
  • 🏅 President Award – Korean President (October 2014)
  • 🏆 Lifetime Achievement Award – AsiaJCIS19 (August 2019)
  • 📜 KCC (Korea Communications Commission) Awards – (December 2009, December 2015)
  • 🏅 Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning Awards – (December 2015, December 2019)
  • 🔐 Korea Institute of Information Security and Cryptology Award – (December 2015)

Publication Top Notes:

A Proposal for a Zero-Trust-Based Multi-Level Security Model and Its Security Controls

Proposal of a Service Model for Blockchain-Based Security Tokens

Security Requirements for Fully Automated AI Systems to Exercise and Ensure the Rights of Data Subjects

Prof. Jie Dou | Hazard prediction | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Jie Dou | Hazard prediction | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Jie Dou, The University of Tokyo, China

Professor Dou Jie is a distinguished scholar at the China University of Geosciences, China. With a Ph.D. from the University of Tokyo and extensive experience at institutions such as the University of Tokyo, the Public Works Research Institute, and Nagaoka University of Technology, Professor Dou has been recognized through prestigious programs like the High-level Hundred Talents Program and the Wuhan City Talent Program. He has been a competitive applicant for the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS). His research focuses on earthquake and rainfall-triggered geohazards, spatial analysis using artificial intelligence (AI), and risk mitigation, with fieldwork spanning countries including Japan, China, Italy, Algeria, Vietnam, and Brazil. Professor Dou has authored or co-authored over 60 peer-reviewed articles and 10 book chapters, including 15 Essential Science Indicators (ESI) papers and 2 hotspot papers, with one of his papers being selected among the Top 100 Nature Scientific Reports. His work has garnered around 7,100 citations on Google Scholar. He has delivered numerous plenary and invited talks at international conferences and serves as a Topic Editor for the journal Remote Sensing and an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Earth Science. Additionally, he is on the editorial boards of several journals, including the Journal of Mountain Science, Geocarto International, and Geomatics

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Professor Dou Jie

Dr. Dou Jie stands out as an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his extensive and impactful contributions to the field of geohazards, spatial analysis, and risk mitigation. Here are the key reasons for his suitability:

🌟 Achievements and Recognition:

  • Selected for the High-level Hundred Talents Program
  • Part of the Wuhan City Talent Program
  • Competitive applicant for the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS)

🌪️ Research Interests:

  • Earthquake and rainfall-triggered geohazards
  • Spatial analysis with artificial intelligence (AI)
  • Risk mitigation strategies

📊 Global Research Impact:

  • Conducted research in Japan, China, Italy, Algeria, Vietnam, and Brazil
  • Authored/co-authored over 60 peer-reviewed articles and 10 book chapters
  • Published 15 Essential Science Indicators (ESI) and 2 hotspot papers
  • One paper selected among the Top 100 Nature Scientific Reports papers
  • Over 7,100 citations on Google Scholar

🎤 Conference Contributions:

  • Delivered several plenary and invited talks at international conferences on geohazards

📖 Editorial Roles:

  • Topic editor for the journal Remote Sensing
  • Associate Editor of Frontiers in Earth Science
  • Editorial board member for several international journals including:
    • Journal of Mountain Science
    • Geocarto International
    • Geomatics, Natural Hazards and Risk

📝 Review and Committee Work:

  • Reviewed for over 45 ISI-listed international journals
  • Steering committee member for several international academic societies and conferences, including:
    • World Landslide Forum 5
    • BIGS2021
    • BIGS2023
    • XIV IAEG 2023

Publication top Notes:

 

Machine learning methods for landslide susceptibility studies: A comparative overview of algorithm performance

 

A comparative assessment of flood susceptibility modeling using multi-criteria decision-making analysis and machine learning methods

 

Assessment of advanced random forest and decision tree algorithms for modeling rainfall-induced landslide susceptibility in the Izu-Oshima Volcanic Island, Japan

 

Improved landslide assessment using support vector machine with bagging, boosting, and stacking ensemble machine learning framework in a mountainous watershed, Japan

 

Application of a hybrid artificial neural network-particle swarm optimization (ANN-PSO) model in behavior prediction of channel shear connectors embedded in normal and high …