Official Delegation from Trakia University – Stara Zagora

Bulgaria

Workshop: DIGI-MTVS 2026

Metaverse for Collaborative and Immersive Learning in Higher Education

Key Institutional Representatives

Prof. Dr. Miroslav Karabaliev

Prof. Dr. Miroslav Karabaliev

Rector
Trakia University – Stara Zagora
Chair of the Board of Project No. BG-RRP-2.004-006

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Assoc. Prof. Gabriela Kiryakova, PhD

Assoc. Prof. Gabriela Kiryakova, PhD

Vice-Rector
Digitalization and International Affairs

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Workshop Contributors and Researchers

Photo Presenter & Topic Position & Scientific Profiles
Chair: Neli Georgieva, Trakia University, Bulgaria
Vanya Stoykova Immersive (VR/3D) Teaching of the Physical Layer and Network Infrastructure
Presenter: Prof.Eng. Vanya Stoykova, PhD 		Dean of Faculty of Engineering and Technology – Yambol
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Tanya Pehlivanova Generative Artificial Intelligence in Engineering Education: Role, Student Use Patterns, and Pedagogical Challenges
Presenter: Prof.Eng. Tanya Pehlivanova, PhD 		Vice-Dean, Head of Dept. Electrical Engineering, Automation and Computer Systems
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Neli Georgieva Application of Virtual Reality in Teaching Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) to Engineering Students
Presenter: Assoc.Prof.Eng. Neli Georgieva, PhD 		Head of the Department Energetics
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Chair: Veselina Nedeva, Trakia University, Bulgaria
Veselina Nedeva Integrating XR into Engineering and Programming Education: Platforms and Adaptation Strategies
Presenter: Assoc.Prof. Veselina Nedeva, PhD 		Associate Professor in Computer Science, Experience Researcher
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Snezhana Dineva The Transformative and Challenging Role of AI in University Education
Presenter: Prof. Snezhana Dineva, PhD 		Professor in Food Technology and Ecology - Faculty of Engineering and Technology – Yambol
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Apostol Todorov Using a Virtual CAVE in Computer Networking Training
Presenter: Assist.Prof.Eng. Apostol Todorov, PhD student 		Assist. Professor at Faculty of Engineering and Technology – Yambol
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Vasil Hristov Investigation of the Possibilities for Using Immersive Technologies in the Study of Thermal-Energy Processes
Presenter: Assist.Prof.Eng. Vasil Hristov, PhD student 		Assist. Professor at Faculty of Engineering and Technology – Yambol
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