Professor, at Space Research and Technology Institute SRTI-BAS, Bulgaria.
Prof. Lachezar Filchev is a distinguished researcher in environmental science, remote sensing, and GIS, with extensive experience in space and earth observation technologies. His work spans landscape-ecological analysis, geospatial data modeling, and environmental monitoring, contributing to global sustainability and natural resource management. Over the years, he has played a pivotal role in international research collaborations, utilizing advanced geospatial techniques to address critical environmental challenges.
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Education 🎓
Prof. Filchev holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Science from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, successfully defended on January 18, 2012. He earned his Master’s (M.Sc.) and Bachelor’s (B.Sc.) degrees in Geography from Sofia University, achieving outstanding academic performance with GPAs of 6.00 and 5.99, respectively. Additionally, he has obtained certifications in Environmental Management and Applied Informatics, enhancing his expertise in data-driven environmental research.
Professional Experience 💼
With over 15 years of research experience, Prof. Filchev has held key positions at leading scientific institutions, including:
Soil Resource Agency – GIS and Remote Sensing (2006)
Space Research Institute – Remote Sensing of the Earth (2006–2012)
Space and Solar-Terrestrial Research Institute, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (2010–2015)
Space Research and Technology Institute, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (2012–2018)
Throughout his career, he has led multidisciplinary research teams, contributed to major international projects, and advanced the integration of GIS and remote sensing in environmental science.
Research Interests 🌍
His research is centered on remote sensing, GIS applications, and earth observation technologies for environmental monitoring and sustainable land-use management. Prof. Filchev has contributed significantly to studying land-use conflicts, stream network changes, landslide detection, and electromagnetic pollution monitoring. His work integrates satellite data, geospatial modeling, and environmental impact assessments to develop solutions for climate change adaptation and natural resource conservation.
Awards & Honors 🏆
Prof. Filchev has been recognized for his contributions to environmental research and remote sensing through various national and international collaborations. His participation in EU-funded projects such as SEE_ERA.NET has bolstered scientific cooperation and technological advancements in environmental monitoring.
Top Noted Publications 📚
Multi-Sensor Spectral Synergies for Crop Stress Detection and Monitoring in the Optical Domain: A Review
Authors: K. Berger, M. Machwitz, M. Kycko, S.C. Kefauver, S. Van Wittenberghe, et al.
Journal: Remote Sensing of Environment
Citations: 152
Index: 280 (Article No. 113198)
Year: 2022
Caring for Soil is Caring for Life: Ensure 75% of Soils are Healthy by 2030 for Healthy Food, People, Nature, and Climate – Interim Report of the Mission Board for Soil Health
Authors: C. Veerman, T.P. Correia, C. Bastioli, B. Biro, J. Bouma, E. Cienciala, et al.
Publisher: Publications Office of the European Union, Luxembourg
Citations: 132
Index: N/A
Year: 2020
Assessing Soil Erosion Risk through Geoinformation Sciences and Remote Sensing – A Review
Authors: L. Filchev, V. Kolev
Book Chapter: Recent Technologies for Disaster Management (Edited by P.K. Rai, P. Singh, V.N. Mishra)
Citations: 63
Index: N/A
Year: 2021
Single- and Multi-Date Crop Identification Using PROBA-V 100 and 300 m S1 Products on Zlatia Test Site, Bulgaria
Authors: E. Roumenina, C. Atzberger, V. Vassilev, P. Dimitrov, I. Kamenova, M. Banov, et al.
Journal: Remote Sensing
Citations: 35
Index: 7 (Issue 10), Pages 13843–13862
Year: 2015
Surveys, Catalogues, Databases/Archives, and State-of-the-Art Methods for Geoscience Data Processing
Authors: L. Filchev, L. Pashova, V. Kolev, S. Frye
Book Chapter: Knowledge Discovery in Big Data from Astronomy and Earth Observation
Citations: 30
Index: Pages 103–136
Year: 2020
Conclusion
Dr. Lachezar Filchev is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, particularly in the fields of environmental science, remote sensing, and GIS. Strengthening leadership in funded projects and increasing high-impact publications could further enhance his chances.