Dr. Margarita Nikolaeva Terziyska is a tenure-track Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology at the University of Food Technologies in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. She holds a PhD in Informatics and Computer Sciences from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Sofia (2016), and a Master’s degree in Technical Sciences from the Technical University of Sofia, branch Plovdiv (2001). Dr. Terziyska has developed a strong academic and research profile in the fields of artificial intelligence, informatics, computer science, and statistical applications in engineering and social sciences. Her academic career is dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research and education, fostering innovation at the intersection of data-driven technologies and applied sciences. In her current role, she actively contributes to both undergraduate and postgraduate education while pursuing research projects that integrate machine learning methodologies into practical domains.

Dr. Zhelyazko Petrov Terziyski is a Chief Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Mathematics, Trakia University, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. He holds a PhD in Informatics and Computer Sciences, with a thesis "Using techniques from artificial intelligence to analyze and predict the properties of peptides"(2024) from the University of Plovdiv “Paisii Hilendarski”, and a Master’s degree in Technical Sciences from the Technical University of Sofia, branch Plovdiv (1998). Dr. Terziyski has developed an academic and research profile in the fields of artificial intelligence, TinyML, internet of things, informatics, and computer science. His academic career is dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research and education.

Dr. Iliana Venkova Ilieva is a Chief Assistant Professor at the Department of Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology at the University of Food Technologies in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. She holds a PhD in Technical Sciences from the University of Food Technologies, Plovdiv (2016), a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics (2010), and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Informatics Education (2005), both from the University of Plovdiv “Paisii Hilendarski”, Bulgaria. Dr. Ilieva’s research focuses on the application of mathematical and statistical methods in engineering and social sciences, aiming to develop innovative solutions for complex interdisciplinary problems. Throughout her academic career, she has been actively involved in teaching and research, contributing to the advancement of quantitative approaches in scientific inquiry and education. Her work reflects a strong commitment to integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications to address contemporary challenges.

Dr. Stefan Iliev Bozhkov is a Chief Assistant Professor at the Department of Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology at the University of Food Technologies in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. He holds a PhD in “Mathematics” from the University of Plovdiv “Paisii Hilendarski” (2015), a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics (2010), and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics (2009), both from the University of Plovdiv “Paisii Hilendarski”, Bulgaria. Dr. Bozhkov’s research focuses on the application of mathematical and statistical methods in physics and engineering. Throughout his academic career, he has been actively involved in teaching and research, contributing to the advancement of theoretical and quantitative approaches in scientific inquiry and education. His work demonstrates his commitment to advancing and integrating theoretical knowledge and practical applications in order to deepen contemporary knowledge.

Dr. Veselin Vladev is a chief assistant professor at the Department of Mathematics, Physics and Information Technologies at the University of Food Technologies - Plovdiv. Since 2016, he has been a PhD in Electrical, Magnetic and Optical Properties of Condensed Matter. He obtained a Master's degree in Condensed Matter Physics in 2008 and a Bachelor's degree in Physics in 2006. All three degrees were obtained at the University of Plovdiv "Paisii Hilendarski". The scientific activity of Dr. Vladev is focused on experimental physics, and in particular, on the field of fluorescence from organic dyes and its applications. He is the coordinator of scientific projects funded by the Bulgarian National Science Fund.