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Young Bulgarian scientist recognised by European Commission

Anna-Maria Halacheva
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Anna-Maria Halacheva, a doctoral student at the Institute of Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technologies (INSAIT) at Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski", has been recognised by the European Commission as a successful young European.


She is featured in the strategic document From Promise to Progress: First Year in Office”, which accompanied Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's annual address on 10 September. According to the Ministry of Education and Science, Bulgaria is one of a select few countries to be showcased with a specific example of young scientific talent.


Halacheva has received the prestigious Google DeepMind scholarship and has been included in Forbes Bulgaria's "30 under 30" list for 2024. Her research focuses on 3D computer vision and robotics, particularly how autonomous robots perceive and interact with their environment.


Alongside her team, she promotes an open approach to research, fostering global collaboration and innovation. She carries out her work with the support of INSAIT and Sofia Tech Park.



Editor: Miglena Ivanova
Posted in English by E. Radkova



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