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Metaverse for Collaborative and Immersive Learning in Higher Education

DIGI-MTVS 2026

The Workshop Contributors and Researchers from Trakia University – Stara Zagora, BG

Chair: Neli Georgieva  Trakia University, Bulgaria

https://trakia-uni.bg/bg/

Chair: Veselina Nedeva  Trakia University, Bulgaria

https://trakia-uni.bg/bg/

Immersive (VR/3D) Teaching of the Physical Layer and Network Infrastructure                                                                                           Presenter: Prof. Eng. Vanya Stoykova, PhD

Generative Artificial Intelligence in Engineering Education: Role, Student Use Patterns, and Pedagogical Challenges                             Presenter: Prof. Eng. Tanya Pehlivanova, PhD

Application of Virtual Reality in Teaching Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) to Engineering Students                                 Presenter: Assist. Prof. Eng. Georgi Georgiev, PhD

Integrating XR into Engineering and Programming Education: Platforms and Adaptation Strategies                                                       Presenter: Assoc. Prof. Veselina Nedeva, PhD                                                --------------------------------------------------------------------------

The Transformative and Challenging Role of AI in University Education                                                                                        Presenter: Prof. Snezhana Dineva, PhD

Using a Virtual CAVE in Computer Networking Training             Presenter: Assist. Prof. Eng. Apostol Todorov, PhD student

Investigation of the Possibilities for Using Immersive Technologies in the Study of Thermal-Energy Processes                                   Presenter: Assoc.Prof.Eng. Neli Georgieva, PhD

Investigation of the Possibilities for Using Immersive Technologies in the Study of Thermal-Energy Processes                   Presenter: Assist.Prof.Eng. Andrian Minchev, PhD Student

DIGIAI SOCIETY 2026: 5–8 April 2026, Turkey

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DIGITALIZING INDIGENOUS STI: YOUTH-LED INCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURES IN SOUTH AFRICA AND TURKEY

DIGI-DIGI 2026

The Workshop Contributors and Researchers from African Institute in Indigenous Knowledge Systems (AIIKS), University of KwaZulu-Natal, Sauth Africa

Chair: Hassan Kaya           University of KwaZulu-Natal, Sauth Africa

https://ukzn.ac.za/

DIGITALIZING INDIGENOUS STI: YOUTH-LED INCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURES IN SOUTH AFRICA AND TURKEY                                                                                          

Presenter: Hassan Kaya

Presenter: Mayashree Chinsamy

Presenter: Sisanda Gqoboka

DIGIAI SOCIETY 2026: 5–8 April 2026, Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Desislava Atanasova, PhD

Rector

University of Ruse "Angel Kanchev"

Talk: Strategic Scientific and Innovation Development Program of the University of Ruse "Angel Kanchev" – a Vision for Successful Transformation of the University

Prof. Plamen Zahariev, PhD

UNITe Center of Excellence Representative
University of Ruse "Angel Kanchev"

Talk: The 3D Technologies as a Tool for the Digital Transformation of Education, Science and Industry – The Experience and the Future Development of the Center of Excellence in ICT – UNITe

Assoc. Prof. Tsvetelina D. Georgieva, PhD
Scientific group “Digital systems and technologies for sustainable smart agriculture”

Talk: “Innovative cyber-physical and digital technologies for soil and crop quality monitoring”
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Prof. Plamen Zahariev, PhD
Scientific Group “Intelligent cyberphysical systems and technologies for the generation and visualization of spatial objects and processes”

Talk: “Novel solutions and applications of intelligent cyber-physical systems and technologies”
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Prof. Daniel Bratanov, PhD
Scientific group “Integrated intelligent management systems for security”

Talk: “Hyperspectral Imaging for Biomedical Stress Detection”
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Prof. Slavi Gueorguiev , DSc

Scientific group  "Mathematical modelling, innovative business models and social innovations"

Talk: “Computational Methods for Solving Inverse Problems with Application in Industry”
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Assoc. Prof. Irina Kostadinova, PhD

Scientific group  "Mathematical modelling, innovative business models and social innovations"

Talk: “Developing an Artificial Intelligence Model to Enhance the Emotional Intelligence of Motor Vehicle Drivers for Safer Roads”
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Assoc. Prof. Teodora Hristova, PhD
Scientific group "Digital Energy Systems 4.0"

Talk: “Best Practices for Using AI in Digital Energy Systems”
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Prof. Iliya Iliev, PhD

Scientific group “Sustainable transport mobility”

Talk: “Sustainable Transport, Energy Efficiency and Digitalization”
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Assoc. Prof. Alexandar K. Ivanov, PhD
Scientific group “Digital, layered, energy-assisted innovative technologies and models”

Talk: “Recent Research in Robotics and 3D Technologies”
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Prof. Maria P. Nikolova, PhD
Scientific group “Digital, layered, energy-assisted innovative technologies and models”

Talk: “PVD Coatings for Titanium Implants”
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