Brave Institute of Science is proud to present an exceptional group of educators and scholars from across Europe, whose diverse backgrounds and extensive expertise enrich our academic community and inspire our students.
1. Dr. Marit Lindström
Nationality: Finland
Position: Professor of Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
Education: PhD, University of Helsinki, Finland
Research Interests: Machine Learning Algorithms, Neural Networks, Big Data Analytics
Publications:
- MLAL-2020-015 (“Advancements in Neural Network Optimization”) – 2020
- BDA-2018-122 (“Scalable Analytics for Big Data”) – 2018
2. Dr. Kristaps Bērziņš
Nationality: Latvia
Position: Senior Lecturer in Environmental Science
Education: PhD, Riga Technical University, Latvia
Research Interests: Climate Change Mitigation, Renewable Energy Systems
Publications:
- CCMS-2019-034 (“Policy Responses to Climate Change in Baltic States”) – 2019
- RES-2021-088 (“Efficiency of Solar and Wind Hybrid Systems”) – 2021
3. Dr. Eszter Kovács
Nationality: Hungary
Position: Associate Professor of Business & Entrepreneurship
Education: PhD, Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary
Research Interests: Innovation Management, Global Market Strategies
Publications:
- IM-2018-077 (“Fostering Innovation through Strategic Management”) – 2018
- GMS-2020-134 (“Global Expansion Strategies for SMEs”) – 2020
4. Dr. Nuno Carvalho
Nationality: Portugal
Position: Professor of Robotics and Computer Engineering
Education: PhD, University of Coimbra, Portugal
Research Interests: Robotics Systems Design, Automation Technology
Publications:
- RSD-2021-067 (“Innovative Design in Autonomous Robotics”) – 2021
- AT-2019-045 (“Emerging Trends in Industrial Automation”) – 2019
5. Dr. Ieva Žukauskaitė
Nationality: Lithuania
Position: Senior Lecturer in Educational Innovation
Education: PhD, Vilnius University, Lithuania
Research Interests: Educational Technology, Pedagogical Innovation
Publications:
- ET-2017-089 (“Integrating Technology in Modern Classrooms”) – 2017
- PI-2022-021 (“New Pedagogical Models for Digital Learning”) – 2022
6. Dr. Mihaela Dumitrescu
Nationality: Romania
Position: Associate Professor of Sustainability Studies
Education: PhD, University of Bucharest, Romania
Research Interests: Urban Sustainability, Ecological Conservation
Publications:
- US-2019-053 (“Sustainable Urban Planning: Eastern Europe Case Studies”) – 2019
- EC-2021-117 (“Community-Driven Ecological Conservation Models”) – 2021
7. Dr. Ivan Petrov
Nationality: Bulgaria
Position: Professor of Economics and Strategic Management
Education: PhD, Sofia University, Bulgaria
Research Interests: Economic Forecasting, International Economics
Publications:
- EF-2018-072 (“Advanced Methods in Economic Forecasting”) – 2018
- IE-2020-104 (“Assessing Global Economic Integration”) – 2020
8. Dr. Anže Novak
Nationality: Slovenia
Position: Senior Lecturer in Environmental Economics
Education: PhD, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
Research Interests: Green Economics, Environmental Policy
Publications:
- GE-2021-038 (“Economic Incentives for Sustainable Development”) – 2021
- EP-2019-066 (“Evaluating European Environmental Policies”) – 2019
9. Dr. Adriana Horváthová
Nationality: Slovakia
Position: Associate Professor in International Business
Education: PhD, Comenius University, Slovakia
Research Interests: Cross-Cultural Management, International Marketing
Publications:
- CCM-2020-091 (“Cultural Dimensions in Global Business Practices”) – 2020
- IM-2022-009 (“Digital Transformation in International Markets”) – 2022
10. Dr. Marek Nowakowski
Nationality: Poland
Position: Professor of Mathematics and Statistical Sciences
Education: PhD, University of Warsaw, Poland
Research Interests: Applied Statistics, Mathematical Modeling
Publications:
- AS-2019-042 (“Statistical Models in Social Sciences Research”) – 2019
- MM-2021-079 (“Innovative Approaches to Mathematical Modeling”) – 2021
Brave Institute of Science takes immense pride in our distinguished faculty, whose expertise, dedication, and passion for teaching and research continually inspire our students and enrich our academic environment.

