From June 2 to June 7, 2024, the Seventeenth International Travelling Seminar of the University of Library Studies and Information Technologies (ULSIT) will take place at the University of Messina, Sicily. The main theme of the event is "Modern Dimensions of the European Educational Space", bringing together representatives of the academic community from Bulgaria and Italy.

On June 6, Excellcity will be featured in a special session dedicated to smart cities and innovations in knowledge management. Several key presentations will be delivered within this session, including:

  • "Cyber Threats and AI Solutions in Smart Grids: A Holistic Approach" – Chief Assist. Prof. Lyubomir Gotsev, PhD, and Assoc. Prof. Boyan Jekov, PhD (ULSIT)
  • "Data Fusion in Smart City" – Prof. Magdalena Garvanova, PhD (ULSIT)
  • "Media Morphosis and Steganography in the Intelligent City" – Senior Assist. Prof. Evelina Zdravkova, PhD, Prof. Tereza Trencheva, PhD, and PhD Candidate Elena Simova (ULSIT)
  • "Conceptual and Logical Model of a Smart City" – Dr. Snezhana Petrova and Prof. Georgi Dimitrov, PhD (ULSIT)
  • "Excellcity at ULSIT – Challenges and Risks" – Prof. Eugenia Kovatcheva, PhD (ULSIT)

The discussions will address contemporary challenges and opportunities for smart cities, including the integration of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and knowledge management in urban environments.

The event is expected to gather university representatives, researchers, and industry professionals, fostering idea exchange and best practices in the field of smart cities.

Stay tuned for more updates and a summary of the most important highlights from the event!

For the full event program, visit: HERE.