Prof. Ivan Beloev | Power Transformer | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ivan Beloev | Power Transformer | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Ivan Beloev | Power Transformer | University of Russe “Angel Kanchev” | Bulgaria

Professor Ivan Beloev, is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of transport technology and management. He currently serves as the Head of the Center for Continuing Education and Head of the Department of Transport at Angel Kanchev University of Ruse, where he also holds a professorship. His academic journey and professional career have been deeply rooted in the same esteemed institution, where he has steadily progressed from Assistant to Associate Professor and now to Full Professor. Throughout his tenure, Professor Beloev has made significant contributions to the advancement of transport systems, sustainable mobility, and energy-efficient technologies in transportation engineering.

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Suitability Summary

Prof. Ivan Beloev is an outstanding and visionary Bulgarian researcher, academic, and innovator whose extensive contributions to transport technology, sustainable mobility, and environmental protection make him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With over a decade of academic and research experience at the University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”, Prof. Beloev has demonstrated consistent excellence in teaching, leadership, research innovation, and international collaboration.

Education and Training

  • Ph.D. in Transport, Shipping, and Aviation (2014–2015)
    University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”
    Dissertation Title: Development and research of a modular system for combined energy providing and monitoring of harmful emissions of road transport.

  • Master’s Degree in Technology and Management of Transport (2013–2014)
    University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Technology and Management of Transport (2009–2013)
    University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”
    Professional Qualification: Transport Engineer

Work Experience

  • Head of Center for Continuing Education (2023–Present)
    University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”
    Responsible for the strategic leadership, coordination, and management of lifelong learning initiatives, promoting continuous professional development and collaboration between academia and industry.

  • Head of Department of Transport (2021–Present)
    University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”
    Oversees academic programs, curriculum development, and departmental research in technology and transport management, ensuring academic excellence and innovation in the field.

  • Professor, Department of Transport (2023–Present)
    University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”
    Engaged in advanced teaching, mentoring doctoral candidates, and conducting high-impact research in transport technologies and sustainable mobility systems.

  • Associate Professor, Department of Transport (2018–2023)
    University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”
    Focused on research in transport management, emissions monitoring, and the integration of alternative energy systems in transport operations.

  • Assistant Professor, Department of Transport (2015–2018)
    University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”
    Conducted lectures, supervised student projects, and participated in national and international transport research collaborations.

  • Assistant, Department of Transport (2014–2015)
    University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”
    Supported teaching activities, performed laboratory work, and assisted in research related to transport technology and management.

Achievements and Specializations

  • Developed strong professional expertise in organizing and conducting experimental research.

  • Skilled in analyzing experimental data and working with various experimental and measurement equipment.

  • Participated in international academic and research collaborations, including Erasmus Intensive Programmes focused on sustainable transport and environmental protection technologies.

    • “Powering The Future with Zero Emission and Human Powered Vehicles,” Terrassa, Spain (2011)

    • “Education for Sustainable Development from the Perspective of Technologies and Materials for Environmental Protection”

Awards and Honors

  • 2017 Young Scientist Award, Austrian Ministry of Science, Research, and Economic and Institutional Affairs and Central Europe, recognizing outstanding research contributions in transport technology.

  • Best Book Award (2017) – Scientific Conference of the University of Ruse and the Union of Students, for excellence in training and innovative student professional development in transport, navigation, and aviation.

  • Publication Excellence Recognition (2016) – For the thesis “Development and supply of a modular system for combined energy supply and monitoring of harmful emissions of road transport.”

  • National Assembly of the Republic of Bulgaria (2017) – Commended for leadership in HYDRU project excellence and for enhancing the reputation of the University of Ruse.

  • Second Prize (2018) – Research Fund Prize for design, creation, experimentation, and optimization of the “City Car Logic” powered by an alternative energy source.

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: A comprehensive survey: Evaluating the efficiency of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques on cyber security solutions
    Authors: M. Ozkan-Okay, E. Akin, Ö. Aslan, S. Kosunalp, T. Iliev, I. Stoyanov, I. Beloev
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 218

  • Title: A review on current and emerging application possibilities for unmanned aerial vehicles
    Authors: I.H. Beloev
    Year: 2016
    Citations: 90

  • Title: Artificial intelligence-driven autonomous robot for precision agriculture
    Authors: I. Beloev, D. Kinaneva, G. Georgiev, G. Hristov, P. Zahariev
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 85

  • Title: Artificial intelligence in wireless communications-evolution towards 6G mobile networks
    Authors: T.B. Iliev, E.P. Ivanova, I.S. Stoyanov, G.Y. Mihaylov, I.H. Beloev
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 36

  • Title: Investigation of the tractor performance when ballasting its rear half-frame
    Authors: V. Bulgakov, R. Antoshchenkov, V. Adamchuk, I. Halych, Y. Ihnatiev, I. Beloev
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 32

  • Title: A review of the characteristics of modern unmanned aerial vehicles
    Authors: G.V. Hristov, P.Z. Zahariev, I.H. Beloev
    Year: 2016
    Citations: 31

  • Title: Web-based environment for virtual laboratories in the field of electrical engineering
    Authors: B. Evstatiev, K. Gabrovska-Evstatieva, V. Voynohovska, I. Beloev
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 26

  • Title: Numerical simulation of processes in an electrochemical cell using COMSOL Multiphysics
    Authors: I.K. Iliev, A.R. Gizzatullin, A.A. Filimonova, N.D. Chichirova, I.H. Beloev
    Year: – (Not provided)
    Citations: 25

Mrs. Matilde Anaya Villalpanda | Electromagnetic Field | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Matilde Anaya Villalpanda | Electromagnetic Field | Best Researcher Award 

Mrs. Matilde Anaya Villalpanda, Centro de Gestión y Desarrollo de la Calidad, Cuba 

Matilde Anaya Villalpanda is a distinguished Cuban researcher and academic with extensive expertise in food engineering, microbiology, and environmental sciences. She holds degrees in Food Technology (1998) and Chemical Engineering (2007), a Master’s in Food Engineering (2012), and a Ph.D. in Technical Sciences in Environment (2018). With over 26 years of experience, she has served as an Assistant Professor (2015) and a Principal Researcher (2023), teaching at the Institute of Pharmacy and Food at the University of Havana (IFAL-UH) and the Faculty of Chemistry at CUJAE. She has held leadership roles, including Head of the Microbiology Department and Biosecurity Officer at the Institute of Food Industry Research (IIIA) and Head of the Food Safety Coordination Department at the National Standardization Office (ONN). Her doctoral research focused on indoor air microbiological quality, pioneering the use of magnetic fields for aerobiological monitoring, leading to the establishment of Cuban standard NC 1404:2022. Her work spans microbial conservation, probiotic yeast evaluation, fungal enzyme extraction, and the application of circular economy principles in agro-food value chains. She has led or contributed to 17 research projects under Cuba’s Ministry of Science, Technology, and Environment and Higher Education, earning municipal, provincial, and national recognition. An accomplished scholar, she has presented 75 papers at national and international conferences and published 50 indexed journal articles. Her contributions extend to mentoring undergraduate and graduate theses, advancing microbiology, food safety, and biotechnology in Cuba.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award 

Matilde Anaya Villalpanda is a highly distinguished researcher in Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, and Environmental Sciences, making her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her 26 years of experience, extensive research contributions, leadership in food safety and microbiology, and significant impact on industrial processes and regulations highlight her excellence in scientific research.

🎓 Education:

  • 1998: Graduated in Food Technology

  • 2007: Degree in Chemical Engineering

  • 2012: Master’s in Food Engineering

  • 2018: Ph.D. in Technical Sciences (Environment)

👩‍🏫 Work Experience:

  • Professor & Researcher:

    • Assistant Professor (2015)

    • Senior Researcher (2023)

  • Teaching Positions:

    • Adjunct Professor at the Institute of Pharmacy and Food, University of Havana (IFAL-UH)

    • Lecturer at CUJAE’s Faculty of Chemistry, teaching:

      • “Principles of Food Engineering” (4th year)

      • “Process Engineering I & II” (4th & 5th year)

  • Industry & Research Leadership:

    • Head of Microbiology Department (2014) – Institute of Food Industry Research (IIIA)

    • Head of Food Safety Coordination Department – National Standardization Office (ONN)

    • Biosecurity Manager (2014) – IIIA

🏆 Achievements & Research Contributions:

  • Doctoral Research: Developed a methodology for indoor air microbiological quality monitoring using magnetic fields, leading to the approval of Cuban standard NC 1404:2022.

  • Innovative Research Areas:

    • Studied magnetic fields’ effects on human health & microorganisms in food preservation and fermentation.

    • Worked on conservation of fungal, yeast, and lactic acid bacteria strains for food applications.

  • Project Leadership:

    • Directed a research project at IIIA on new microbiological analysis methods for the food industry.

    • Led studies on probiotic properties of brewer’s yeast, β-1,3-glucan production in S. cerevisiae, fungal biodeterioration of food packaging, and antifungal activity of Cuban natural products.

    • Participated in Codex Alimentarius management strengthening in Cuba and circular economy projects in agri-food value chains.

  • Industrial Experience:

    • Supervised meat product processing at IIIA.

    • Managed bakery, confectionery, fruit & vegetable processing at MINAG.

    • Directed distillation and aged rum production (Havana Club, Santa Cruz Rum Distillery).

🎖 Awards & Honors:

  • Research Excellence: Participated in 17 research projects across multiple institutions (IIIA, CITMA, MES).

  • Academic Contributions:

    • 75 research presentations in national & international conferences.

    • 50 scientific articles published in indexed journals and Web of Science.

  • Mentorship & Education: Supervised 16 undergraduate theses and 2 master’s theses across engineering, food sciences, and microbiology.

  • Recognized Research Results: Awarded at municipal, provincial, and national levels for scientific contributions.

Publication Top Notes:

Magnetotropism: a tropic response of Candida guillemondii by the effect of the oscillating magnetic field of extremely low frequency

Validación de un Cuestionario Sobre Circularidad En El Sector Agroindustrial Alimentario

LA ECONOMÍA CIRCULAR PARA LA SEGURIDAD ALIMENTARIA Y EL PROCESAMIENTO AGROINDUSTRIAL DE ALIMENTOS

Quantification of superficial growth and the pigmentation of filamentous fungi by effect of oscillating magnetic field

Antifungal effects of Curcuma longa L. essential oil against pathogenic strains isolated from indoor air

Consideraciones sobre la influencia del campo magnético oscilante de frecuencia extremadamente baja en la aeromicrobiota de ambientes interiores

Effect of the oscillating magnetic field on airborne fungal