Summary

Prof. Dr. Jonatan Lerga is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Rijeka, Croatia, where he also serves as Vice Dean for Academic Affairs and Head of the Information Processing Laboratory. As the Head of the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, he plays a pivotal role in advancing cutting-edge research in signal processing, AI, and cybersecurity. Recognized with numerous national and international awards, he is a leading expert in nonstationary signal analysis and AI systems development.

 Education

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (2011)
  Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing, University of Zagreb
  Thesis: Adaptive Instantaneous Frequency Estimation of Noisy Nonstationary Signals

• M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering – Automation & Mechatronics (2006)
  Faculty of Engineering, University of Rijeka

• High School Diploma – Grammar School (2001)
  Gimnazija Andrije Mohorovičića, Rijeka

 Professional Experience

• Full Professor, Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, Head of Info Processing Lab, Head of Center for AI & Cybersecurity, University of Rijeka (2022–Present)

• Associate Professor (2018–2022), multiple leadership roles including Department Head and Laboratory Head

• Assistant Professor (2013–2018), Department of Computer Engineering

• Senior & Junior Researcher, Teaching Assistant (2007–2013), Department of Automation and Electronics

• Industry Roles: Automation Engineer and Electrical Installations Designer (2006–2007)

Research Interests

• Signal and Time-Frequency Processing

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

• Cybersecurity and Intelligent Systems

• Adaptive Signal Estimation in Noisy Environments

• Application of AI in Engineering and Biomedical Fields

 Awards & Recognitions

• Croatian National Science Award (2021)
• Award from the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts (2021)
• Excellence Awards in Science, University of Rijeka (2020, 2021)
• Ludovika Award, Budapest (2022)
• Vera Johanides Award, Croatian Academy of Engineering (2012)
• Multiple Certificates of Appreciation from the University of Rijeka
• ICT Conference Grant, European COST (2019)
• Foundation and County Awards (2015–2018)

 Skills

• Communication & leadership
• Project and research team management
• Analytical thinking & creative problem solving
• Technical writing and scientific presentations
• Expert in AI, cybersecurity, and signal processing tools