Speakers EHB 2024

EHB 2025 Conference

Invited Plenary Speakers
EHB 2025 Workshops & Special sessions


		Radu-Emil PRECUP, Politehnica University of Timisoara, ROMANIA Metaheuristic algorithms in fuzzy control and model building, and learning-based control of servo systems in medical applications Radu-Emil Precup is currently with the Politehnica University of Timisoara (UPT), Romania, where he became a Professor in the Department of Automation and Applied Informatics, in 2000, and he is currently a Ph.D. supervisor in automation and systems engineering. Since 2022 he is also a senior researcher (CS I) and the head of the Data Science and Engineering Laboratory of the Center for Fundamental and Advanced Technical Research, Romanian Academy – Timisoara Branch, Romania. From 2016 to 2022, he was an Adjunct Professor within the School of Engineering, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup, WA, Australia. He is currently the director of the Automatic Systems Engineering Research Centre of the UPT. From 1999 to 2009, he held research and teaching positions with the Université de Savoie, Chambéry and Annecy, France, Budapest Tech Polytechnical Institution, Budapest, Hungary, Vienna University of Technology, Vienna, Austria, and Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Budapest, Hungary. He has been an Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems (2018-2022), is an Executive Co-Editor-in-Chief of Information Sciences (Elsevier), the Editor-in-Chief of Romanian Journal of Information Science and Technology, and is an editorial board member of several prestigious journals including IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems, IEEE Transactions on Cybernetics, Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence (Elsevier), Applied Soft Computing (Elsevier), Expert Systems with Applications (Elsevier), Evolving Systems (Springer), Applied Artificial Intelligence (Taylor & Francis), Healthcare Analytics (Elsevier), and Communications in Transportation Research (Elsevier). Prof. Precup is a Fellow of IEEE, a corresponding member of the Romanian Academy, a Doctor Honoris Causa of the Óbuda University, Budapest, Hungary, and a Doctor Honoris Causa of the Széchenyi István University, Győr, Hungary. He received the Elsevier Scopus Award for Excellence in Global Contribution (2017), was named a 2022 academic data leader by Chief Data Officer (CDO) Magazine, and was listed as one of the top 10 researchers in artificial intelligence and automation (according to IIoT World as of July 2017).

		Omneya ATTALLAH, Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT): Alexandria, EGYPT. Beyond Self-Report Assessements: How Immersive Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence Technologies are Revolutionizing Stress Management Omneya Attallah is a Professor of Biosignal Processing and AI in medicine and healthcare at the College of Engineering and Technology, at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT): Alexandria, Egypt. Omneya obtained her Ph.D. from Aston University in Birmingham, United Kingdom, in the field of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Her doctoral research focused on innovating an intelligent tool to predict the risks of surgical re-intervention after vascular repair operations. One of Omneya's most significant achievements in international scientific research is her recognition as one of the top 2% of the world's scientists according to Stanford University's prestigious list in 2022, 2023, and 2024, solidifying her reputation as a leading researcher in her field. Also, she has been featured among the top 0.05% of Worldwide Life-time Scholars in the specialty of Deep Learning in the ScholarGPS ranking.

		Martin ROZANEK, Czech Technical University in Prague Pressure Reactivity Index and Intracranial Pressure Measurement Martin Rozanek is currently a faculty member at the Faculty of Biomedical Engineering (FBME) at the Czech Technical University in Prague, Czech Republic. He was appointed associate professor of biomedical engineering at the FBME in 2015. He obtained his PhD from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering in 2007 for his thesis on ‘Modelling of the Respiratory System’. He is currently Head of the Department of Biomedical Technology and Programme Guarantor for the ‘Biomedical Engineering’ programme. He sits on the Scientific Board of the FBME and is also a member of the editorial board of the Clinician and Technology journal. In 2025, he received a medal from the Czech Society for Biomedical Engineering and Medical Informatics. He is still a member of the society today. Since 2018, he has been an evaluator for the National Accreditation Institute. Since 2019, he has been an expert for the Czech Metrology Institute in MDR evaluation. From 2004 to 2011, he was a member of the Academic Senate of the Faculty of Biomedical Engineering (FBME). From 2007 to 2009, he was Deputy Head of the Academic Senate of the FBME.

		Carlo RICCIARDI, University of Naples Federico II, ITALY Gait Analysis for Neurodegenerative Diseases: State of Art and Future Perspectives with Virtual Reality Dr. Carlo Ricciardi is a senior researcher (Tenure Track) at the University of Naples Federico II, Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology. He has participated to several conferences both as a speaker and as a component of the scientific/local committees (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2022 and 2023 in Roma and Milan, SIAMOC 2022 in Bari).


		Technical and Economical Aspects of Healthcare Moderators: Assoc. Prof. Martin ROZANEK, PhD Assoc. Prof. Petr KUDRNA, PhD About workshop: Technological advances in the design of biomedical devices, development and optimization of new techniques, and monitoring of patients or patients treatments, contribute to the improved safety of the patients and speed up the healing process. The workshop deals with novel methods and approaches in biomedical engineering that could be used in improving patient care and optimizing the cost of the treatment. The workshop will be focused on biosensors, biomedical methods in research, measurement of biosignals in clinical practice and evaluation of economical aspects of the healthcare. Organizer: Czech Technical University in Prague, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Department of Biomedical Technology


		Personalized Health Technologies: 3D Printing and Medical Engineering for Inclusion and Quality of Life Moderators: Prof. dr. eng. Mihaela Baritz Prof. dr. eng., dr. marketing Angela Repanovici Prof. dr. Liliana Rogozea About workshop: This interdisciplinary workshop aims to foster dialogue and showcase innovative solutions in the field of personalized healthcare, with a strong focus on inclusion, sustainability, and social impact. By integrating emerging technologies such as 3D printing and medical engineering, the workshop highlights the role of applied research in improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Topics of Interest: 3D printing and personalized medical device prototyping Exoskeletons, prosthetics, and rehabilitation tools Optometry and visual rehabilitation Assistive technologies, orthokeratology, and solutions for visual impairments Public health and medical ethics Equitable access to technology, sustainability, and social responsibility Target Audience: biomedical engineers, physicians and therapists, health researchers, academic staff and trainers, students interested in interdisciplinary fields. Objectives: Promote interdisciplinary collaboration Facilitate knowledge transfer between research and practice Create a space for reflection on the technological impact in healthcare Encourage scientific publication and dissemination of research outcomes Organizer: Transilvania University of Brașov, Faculty of Product Design and Environment, Faculty of Medicine


		AI-Driven Smart Health Ecosystems for Ageing and Neurocognitive Care Moderator: Senior Researcher Marilena Ianculescu, PhD About workshop: This special session focuses on next-generation digital health ecosystems powered by artificial intelligence, addressing current and emerging needs in ageing, chronic disease management, and neurocognitive care. The aim is to bring together interdisciplinary research and applied innovation in the development of intelligent platforms that support predictive, preventive, and personalized healthcare services. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of medical IoT devices, wearable sensors, multimodal data analysis, and cloud-based AI technologies to enable continuous monitoring and timely interventions, especially in elderly or at-risk populations. The session also encourages a user-centered approach, highlighting clinically meaningful and ethically sound solutions for remote or home-based care. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: AI-based models for early detection and progression monitoring of neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, etc.); Smart platforms for lifestyle and health monitoring in ageing and vulnerable populations; Personalized digital interventions for cognitive decline and active ageing; Preventive technologies using longitudinal and behavioral health data; Real-world applications of AI for remote diagnostics and home healthcare. Organizer: National Institute for Research and Development in Informatics – ICI Bucharest, Romania


		Applied Electronics, Biomechanics, and Biomedical Engineering in Aerospace and Defence Systems Moderators: Assoc. Prof. Ioana ADOCHIEI, PhD Eng., Military Technical Academy “Ferdinand I” Assoc. Prof. Ciprian-Marius LARCO, PhD Eng., Military Technical Academy “Ferdinand I” Prof. Cristian-Emil MOLDOVEANU, PhD Eng, Habilitated Doctor Military Technical Academy “Ferdinand I” Prof. Grigore CICAN, PhD Eng., Habilitated Doctor National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Faculty of Aerospace Engineering About workshop: Technological progress in applied electronics, biomechanics, and biomedical engineering is strongly connected with the design and development of modern aerospace and defence systems. The workshop will focus on interdisciplinary approaches combining sensor technologies, inertial and aerospace navigation, human–system interaction, and biomedical assessments of operators in demanding operational environments. Topics include the design of advanced navigation and aerospace systems, the integration of biomechanical and biomedical measurements, and engineering studies on operator stability and environmental exposure during defence activities. By linking these directions with innovative methods of data acquisition and analysis, the workshop aims to provide a collaborative platform for research and technological development with impact in both civil and defence applications. Organizer: Military Technical Academy “Ferdinand I” in collaboration with National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest – Faculty of Aerospace Engineering



		Marine Bioengineering & Ethics Moderators: Assoc. Prof. Mihaela HNATIUC, PhD Assoc. Prof. Nicoleta ACOMI, PhD About workshop: Intelligent methods in monitoring systems, data processing contribute to improving the safety, well-being and efficiency of maritime crew members, while supporting the reduction of occupational diseases, accidents on board ships and carbon emissions. The development of these intelligent systems and methods is carried out through the collaboration of research groups in the fields of electronics, medicine, and navigation with seafarers. The workshop focuses on innovative technologies and methods for monitoring seafarers, including the use of electronic monitoring devices, interviews with seafarers' target groups, data analysis based on cloud computing, and addressing ethical challenges related to data privacy, gender equality, and discrimination in maritime professions. Organizer: Constanta Maritime University, Constanta, Romania Department of Electronic and Telecommunication and Navigation


		Medicine and Informatics Moderators: Prof. Marcel COSTULEANU, MD, PhD Assoc prof. Adina Carmen ILIE, MD, PhD About workshop: The goal of the workshop is to create a collaborative interdisciplinary research environment that integrates medicine, informatics, and bioengineering to address current and future healthcare challenges. By bringing together specialists from these fields, the workshop aims to foster innovative research and cross-border studies with tangible impact on medical practice and human well-being. In the era of digital transformation, the convergence of biomedical sciences and information technologies is essential for developing intelligent diagnostic systems, personalized therapies, and advanced data-driven health solutions. The workshop encourages collaboration between clinicians, engineers, and computer scientists, promoting new ideas that align with the global trend of using digital innovation to sustain and improve life and health. Organizer: Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, Iasi, Romania