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Latvian Academy of Sciences

Latvian COMPUTER SCIENTISTS

© Latvian Academy of Sciences, 1999

Last updated: March, 2006

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Applied Stochastic Processes
- Statistics
- Computational Methods

• A.Andronov. Monte-Carlo approximation for probability distribution of monotone Boolean function. – Journal of Statistical Planning and Inference, 2005, vol.132, pp.21-31.
• A.Andronov, M.Fioshin. Application of resampling approach to statistical problems of logical systems. – Acta et Commentationes Universitates Tartuensis de Mathematica, 2004, vol.8, pp.63-71.

Born: 1937, Moscow, Russia

Affiliation and Address

Phone: +371 7089982 . Fax: +371 7089968
E-mail: lora@mailbox.riga.lv; aleksandrs.andronovs@rtu.lv

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*Andris AMBAINIS, Dr.sc.comp.

• Computer Science; Mathematics
  - Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science
  - Randomized Algorithms: Complexity of Computation
  - Inductive Inference: Computational Learning Theory

• S.Aaronson, A.Ambainis. Quantum search of spatial regions. – Theory of Computing, 2005, 1, pp.47-79.
• A. Ambainis.  A new protocol and lower bounds for quantum coin flipping . - Journal of Computer and System Sciences, 2004, vol.68, pp.398-416.

Affiliation & Address

University of Latvia
Faculty of Physics and Mathematics
Raina bulv. 19, Riga, LV 1586, Latvia

Phone: +371 7034517. Fax: +371 7820153
E-mail: ambainis@lanet.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- High-precision event timing
- Digital signal analysis in Modulation domain
- Test methods for specification of advanced timing devices
- Generating of pulse sequences with predetermined characteristics
-  Non-uniform signal digitising
-  Architecture of computer-based DSP systems

• I.Bilinskis J.Artjuhs,. Method and apparatus for alias suppressed digitizing of high frequency analog signals. USA patent US2005151678, 2005. Published 14.07.2005.
• Yu.Artyukh, I.Bilinskis, E.Boole, A.Rybakov, V.Vedin. Wideband RF signal digitalizing for high purity spectral analysis. – Proceeding of the 2005 International Workshop on Spectral Methods and Multirate Signal Processing (SMMSP 2005), June 20-22, 2005, Riga, Latvia, pp.123-128. 

Born: 1943, Vinnica, Ukraine

Institute of Electronics and Computer Science      
Dzerbenes iela 14, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 755 1771. Fax: +371 755 5337
E-mail: artyukh@edi.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Antenna Theory
    - Mobile Communications
    - Signal Processing

• G.Balodis.  Polarizer parameters improvement for feed horn. - Scientific Proceedings of Riga Technical University. Series 7. “Telecommunications and Electronics”, vol.3, 2003 http://www.rsf.rtu.lv/Anglu%20lapa/proceedings/proc_.htm

Born: 1950, Riga, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunication
Institute of Electronics,,
Azenes iela 12, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9280. Fax: +371 7089292
E-mail: balodis@etf.rtu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Wireless and Satellite Communications
- Computer Networks
- Business Modelling and Specification Languages

• G.Barzdins. UML + Spreadsheets as a telecommunications network documentation and analysis tools. – In: Databases and Information Systems (Selected papers from 6^th Intern. Baltic Conference DB&IS’2004) (Eds. J.Barzdins, A.Caplinskis), IOS Press, FAIA (Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence and Applications) 2005, vol.118, pp.238-246.

Born: 1962, Riga, Latvia

University of Latvia
Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
Raina bulv. 29, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 5815. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: guntis@latnet.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Theoretical Computer Science
- Program Synthesis and Testing Automation
- Specification Language and CASE tools

• J.Barzdins, A.Kalnins. How to comprehend large and complicated systems. - Proceedings of the 11^th International Conference on Information Systems Development, Riga, Latvia, Information Systems Development: Advances in Methodologies, Components, and Management, 2003, Kluwer Academic Pub, Apr 1, pp.215-226
• A.Kalnins, J.Barzdins, E.Celms. Model Transformation Language MOLA: Extended Patterns. - In: Databases and Information Systems (Selected papers from 6^th Intern. Baltic Conference DB&IS’2004, IOS Press, FAIA (Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence and Applications) 2005, vol.118, pp.169-184.
• J.Barzdin, B.Trahtenbrot. Finite Automata: Behavior and Synthesis, 1973, North-Holland Press,  321p.

Born: 1937, Jekabpils, Latvia

University of Latvia
Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
Raina bulv. 29, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 722 4363. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: jbarzdin@mii.lu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Real-time system analysis, modelling and design

• A.Baums .The real-time SoC energy adaptability estimation. – Proceedings of the IASTED International Conference CSS 2004, Clearwater Beach, FL, USA, Nov.-Dec.2004, pp. 447-451.
• A.Baums. Energy and Time adaptability of Embedded systems. – Electronica ir Electrotechnica, 2004, N3 (52), Kaunas Technologia, pp. 23-26.

Born: 1932, Jelgava, Latvia

Institute of Electronics and Computer Science
University of Latvia
Dzerbenes iela 14, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 7558510. Fax: +371 755 5337
E-mail: baum@edi.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Digital Signal Processing

• I.Bilinskis J.Artjuhs,. Method and apparatus for alias suppressed digitizing of high frequency analog signals. USA patent US2005151678, 2005. Published 14.07.2005.
• Yu.Artyukh, I.Bilinskis, E.Boole, A.Rybakov, V.Vedin. Wideband RF signal digititising for high purity spectral analysis. – Proceeding of the 2005 International Workshop on Spectral Methods and Multirate Signal Processing (SMMSP 2005), June 20-22, 2005, Riga, Latvia, pp.123-128.
• I.Bilinskis, A.Mikelsons. Randomized Signal Processing, London: Prentice Hall, 1992. 329pp. 

Born: 1934, Jekabpils, Latvia

Institute of Electronics and Computer Science
Dzerbenes iela 14, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 755 4500. Fax: +371 755 5337
E-mail: bilinskis@edi.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Artificial Intelligence
    - Decision Support Systems

• A. Borisov and A. Ressin. Studies of the collectiveness factor in multi-agent systems. - Automatic Control and Computer Sciences, Allerton Press, New York,  2005, vol.39,  Issue 1,  pp.59-73

Born: 1938, Kiev, Ukraine

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
Specialized Institute of Intelligent Computer Technologies
Kalku iela 1, Riga, LV 1658, Latvia

Phone: +371 7089530. Fax: +371 782 0094
E-mail: aborisov@cs.rtu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Information Technology Law
- Information Technology Terminology

• A.Baums, J.Borzovs, A.Gobzemis, G.Fricnovics, I.Ilzina, V.Skujina. English-Latvian-Russian Dictionary on Informatics.-  R.: Avots, 2001, 660 pp.
• Reizniece D., Silis J., Ilzina I., Borzovs J. To use or not to Use Metaphors in Latvian ICT Terminology. - Pabaltijo tautu terminologijos problemos in Europas Sajunga (Problems of Baltic States Terminology and the European Union). Lietuviu kalbos instituto leidykla, Vilnius, 2005.

Born: 1950, Finland

Riga Information Technology Institute
Kuldigas iela 45, LV 1083, Riga, Latvia

Phone: +371 7067701 1522. Fax: +371 761 9573.
E-mail: Juris.Borzovs@dati.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Information technologies of topological models and algorithms for dynamic systems
       identification and decisions acceptance 

• G.Burov. Models of partitions of sets in computing algorithms. - Scientific Proceedings of Riga Technical University. Ser. Computer Science. Technologies of Computer Control, 2005, 6th thematic issue. 

Born: 1937, Leningrad, Russia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
Meza iela 1, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9511. Fax: +371 7089531
E-mail:  emc@cs.rtu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Digital Systems Design Based on Programmable Logic Theory
- Design for Testability

• E.S. Boole and V.P. Chapenko. Methods of consecutive functional decomposition construction for Boolean functions. – Automatic Control and Computer Sciences, 2005, Allerton Press, New York,  vol.39,  Issue 5,  pp.45-55.

Born: 1937, Magnitogorsk, Russia

Institute of Electronics and Computer Science
Dzerbenes iela 14, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 7543369. Fax: +371 755 5337
E-mail: chapenko@edi.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Safety control for safety-critical objects

Recent/Representative Publication

• A.Ermuiza. Distributed monitoring in the model for safety checks of risky objects. – Proc. International Conference “Modeling and Simulation of Business Systems” (Eds.: H.Pranevicius, E.Zavadskas and B. Rapp), May 13-14, 2003, Vilnius, Lithuania, pp. 289 – 292.

Born: 1934, Strenci, Latvia

Institute of Electronics and Computer Science
Dzerbenes iela 14, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 7558172. Fax: +371 755 5337
E-mail: ermuiza@edi.lv
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*Rusins-Martins FREIVALDS, Dr.habil.math.

• Computer Science; Mathematics

- Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science
- Randomized Algorithms: Complexity of Computation
- Inductive Inference: Computational Learning Theory

• R. Freivalds.  Knot Theory, Jones Polynomial and Quantum Computing . - Lecture Notes in Computer Science, 2005, vol.3618, pp.15-25

Born: 1942, Cesvaine, Latvia

University of Latvia
Faculty of Physics and Mathematics
Raina bulv. 19, Riga, LV 1586, Latvia

Phone: +371 722 6997. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: rusins@cclu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Methods for medical images enchancement and recognition
    - Image Processing and Computer Graphics

• K.Krecetova, A.Glaz, A.Lubans. A modified algorithm for medical image segmentation. - Proc. of Internat. Conf. ”Biomedical Engineering”, 2005, Kaunas University of Technology, Kaunas, Lithuania, pp. 256-260

Born: 1939, Riga, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
Institute of Computer Control, Automation and Computer Engineering
Meza iela 1/3, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9542. Fax: +371 7089552
E-mail:  dadinst@cs.rtu.lv; glaz@cs.rtu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Computer Networks
- Analysis and Diagnostics of Reconfigurable Systems
- Petri Nets

• N.Bogomolova, O.Denisieva, A.Gobzemis. A method to increase the throughput capacity of mobile telecommunications networks. - Proc. Int. Conf. "Mathematical Methods of Optimization of Telecommunication Networks", Mn: BSU, 2005, pp. 20-25. 

Born: 1936, Jelgava, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunication
Kalku  iela 1, Riga, LV 1658, Latvia

Phone: +371 7089984. Fax: +371 7820094
E-mail: gobzemis@rtu.lv
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*Janis GRABIS, Dr.sc.ing

Main interests:

• Computer Science
     - Optimization of Simulation Models
      - Optimization of Logistics Systems

• C.Chandra, J.Grabis. Application of multiple-steps forecasts to restrain the bullwhip effect. – European Journal of Operational Research, 2005, vol.166, No 2, pp.337-350.
• Y..Merkuryev, J.Petuhova, J.Grabis. Managing service-sensitive demand through simulation. – In: Supply Chain Optimization: Product/Process Design, Facility Location and Flow Control. Series: Applied Optimization, vol.94, (Eds. A.Dolgui, J.Soldek, O.Zaikin) Springer, 2005, pp.41-53.

Born: 1974, Riga, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9594. Fax: +371 708 9513
E-mail: grabis@itl.rtu.lv
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*Janis GRUNDSPENKIS, Dr.habil.sc.ing.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Knowledge Acquisition
- Knowledge Representation

• J.Grundspenkis, M.Kirikova. Impact of the intelligent agent paradigm on knowledge management. – In: Intelligent Knowledge-Based Systems, vol. 1 (Ed. C.T.Leondes), Kluwer Academic Publ., NY, USA, 2004, pp. 164-206.

Born: 1942, Riga, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9581. Fax: +371 7089593
E-mail: jgrun@itl.rtu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science
     - Optical comunications lines
     - Optical fiber comunications systems

• G.Liberts, G.Ivanovs, V.Dimza, A.Firsovs, E.Tamanis. Advanced thermo-optical materials for micro-optical applications. – Optical Review, 2005, vol.12, No 2, pp. 135-139. 

Born: 1945, Riga, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications
Institute of Telecommunications
Azenes iela 12,  Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9293. Fax: +371 7610493
E-mail:  givanovs@rsf.rtu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Hypertext Electronic Information Systems

• E.Jakubaitis. A Manual of Information Systems and Networks, Moscow, Russia, 1996, 368p. (in Russian).
• E.A.Yakubaitis. Hypertext Information Systems. - Automatic Control and Computer Sciences, Allerton Press, New York , 2002, vol.36, issue 2.
• E.A. Yakubaitis. Hyperlinks character language. - Automatic Control and Computer Sciences, Allerton Press, New York,  2003, vol.37, Issue 2
• E.A. Yakubaitis. Electronic hypertext books. - Automatic Control and Computer Sciences, Allerton Press, New York , 2004, vol.38, Issue 2

Born: 1924, Kursk, Russia

Latvian Academic Library
Rupniecibas iela 10, Riga, LV 1235, Latvia

Phone: +371 7106221; +371 7320650. . Fax: +371 7106202
E-mail: yakubait@lib.acadlib.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science; Electronics and Material Science

    - Magnetic Materials
    - Modelling of Passive Electronics Components

• J.Jankovskis, V.Yurshevich, V.Scavinskis. A study on the use of specific points on the complex permeability frequency curves of Ferrites for presentation of magnetic loss. - Electronics and Electrical Engineering, 2005, N 5, pp. 5-8.

Born: 1942, Dundaga, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunication
Institute of Electronics
Azenes iela 12, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9213. Fax: +371 733 8170
E-mail: jankovsk@rsf.rtu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Simulation
- Teletraffic Theory

• G.Jonins, J.Sedols. Establishing the optimum parameters for traffic lights on the bridge under repair. - Proc. 2nd Int. Conf. on Simulation, Gaming, Training and Business Process Reengineering in Operations , Riga, 2000, pp. 98-101.

Born: 1938, Daugavpils, Latvia

University of Latvia
Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
Raina bulv. 29, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 722 7815. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: jonin@mii.lu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Operations Research
- Information Theory Applications
- Electronics and Telecommunication

• I.Kabashkin. Logistics centers in the Baltic Sea region. Case study of Latvia. – Transport and Telecommunication, 2005, vol.6, No5, pp.28-38.

Born: 1954, Riga, Latvia

Phone: +371 710 0595.  Fax: +371 710 0535
E-mail: kiv@tsi.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Building formal semantics for the Unified Modelling language (UML)in the categorical logic framework

• Z.Diskin, B.Kadish. Generic Model Management: Why, What and How, Mathematically. – In: Encyclopedia of Database Technologies and Applications. (Eds. D.Rivero and Ferraggine). Idea Group Inc., 2005, pp.258-265.

Born: 1958, Russia

Affiliation and Address

SIA "S-Fabrika"
Elizabetes iela 31,  Riga, LV 1010, Latvia

Phone: +371 7548125. Fax: +371 7548121
E-mail:bkadish@swdfactory.com
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Audris KALNINS, Dr.habil.sc.comp.

• Computer Science

• Object Modelling and UML
• Business Process Modelling and Simulation
• Languages and Techniques for Modelling Tool Design
• General Principles of Modelling Languages

• J.Barzdins, A.Kalnins. How to comprehend large and complicated systems. - Proceedings of the 11^th International Conference on Information Systems Development, Riga, Latvia, Information Systems Development: Advances in Methodologies, Components, and Management, 2003, Kluwer Academic Pub, Apr 1, pp.215-226
• A.Kalnins, J.Barzdins, E.Celms. Model Transformation Language MOLA: Extended Patterns. - In: Databases and Information Systems (Selected papers from 6^th Intern. Baltic Conference DB&IS’2004, IOS Press, FAIA (Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence and Applications) 2005, vol.118, pp.169-184.

Born: 1942, Riga, Latvia

University of Latvia
Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
Raina bulv. 29, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 721 1014. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: audris@mii.lu.lv

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Andris KANGRO, Dr.phys.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Information and communication technologies and education innovations

• A.Kangro. Evaluation of educational system of Latvia within international comparative studies in the period from 1991 till 2001. - In: ATEE Conference: Changing Education in a Changing Society, 3-5 May, 2002, Riga, pp. 21-34. 

Born: 1947, Aluksne, Latvia

University of Latvia
Institute of  Educational Research
Jurmalas gatve 74/76-203A,  Riga, LV 1083, Latvia

Phone: +371 7034000. Fax: +371 7034002
E-mail:  andris.kangro@lu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Interactive CD-ROM distance learning material development  

• A.Kapenieks, B.Zuga, P.Chatterton. Virtual university solutions and multimedia technologies  - new effective instruments for university modernization. - Proceedings of World Congress EUNIS 2000, Poznan, April 2000, 6 pp. 

Born: 1950,  Latvia

Riga Technical University
Azenes iela 12, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9216. Fax: +371 7089187
E-mail: desc@rsf.rtu.lv
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*Edvins KARNITIS, Dr.sc.ing.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - National Information Policy of Latvia

• E.Karnitis. The IT&T sector and government: development of partnerships. - Baltic IT Review, 2004, N 4. 
• E.Karnitis. Broadband Internet as a powerful catalyst for growth. - Baltic IT Review, 2005, N 4. 

Born: 1940, Riga, Latvia

University of Latvia
Raina bulv. 19, Riga, LV 1586, Latvia

Phone: +371 7097203. Fax: +371 7097265
E-mail: karnitis@sprh.gov.lv
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• Computer Science

    - Graph Theory, Machine Vision

• K.Freivalds, U.Dogrusoz, P.Kikusts. Disconnected graph layout and the polyomino packing. - Lecture Notes in Computer Science, 2002, vol. 2265, pp. 378-391.

Born: 1948, Auce, Latvia

University of Latvia
Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
Raina bulv. 19, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 721 3716. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: paulis.kikusts@miilu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Information Systems Development
- The Nature of Knowledge and Knowledge Acquisition
- Knowledge Processes in Organisations
- Requirements Engineering

• J.Grundspenkis, M.Kirikova. Impact of the intelligent agent paradigm on knowledge management. – In: Intelligent Knowledge-Based Systems, vol. 1 (Ed. C.T.Leondes), Kluwer Academic Publ., NY, USA, 2004, pp. 164-206.

Born: 1959, Limbazi, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
Meza iela 1/4, Riga, LV 1048
Institute of Applied Computer Systems
Kalku iela 1, Riga, LV 1658, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9582. Fax: +371 7089593
E-mail: marite@itl.rtu.lv
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*Eugene KOPYTOV, Dr.habil.sc.ing.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Computer-aided Training System
- Information Technology Applications
-  Data Base Systems
- Artificial Intelligence Systems

• E.Kopytov, F.Tissen, L.Greenglaz. Inventory control model for the typical railway company. – Transport and Telecommunication, 2004, vol.5, Nr 1, pp.39-45. 

Born: 1947, Lignica, Poland

Phone: +371 7100669.  Fax: +371 7100660
E-mail: kopitov@tsi.lv, kopitov@junik.lv

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*Karlis KRUMINS, Dr.sc.comp.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

     - A priori information and adaptive methods in the discrete sampling

• K.Kruminsh, V.Karklinsh. The method “up-and-down” modifications at the mode of detection low signals for superwideband radars. - Automatic Control and Computer Sciences, 2005, vol. 39, N 4,  pp. 70-77.

Born: 1940, Daugmale, Latvia

Institute of Electronics and Computer Science
Dzerbenes iela 14, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 7558115. Fax: +371 755 5337
E-mail: krumins@edi.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Computer Networks
- Information Systems Development

• Chapenko V., Kalnberzin A., Lange E. State assignment of the finite state machine for PLD-implementation. – Programmable  Devices   and   Systems. - Proceedings volume from IFAC Workshop, Ostrava, Czech Republic, 8-9 February 2000. Editors: Srovnal, Vlcek. PERGAMON, Elsevier Science Ltd, Oxford, England, 2000, pp. 206-211.

Born: 1947, Saldus, Latvia

Latvian Academy of Sciences
Computing Centre
Akademijas laukums 1, Riga, LV 1524, Latvia

Phone: +371 722 5241. Fax: +371 722 8784
E-mail: skc@lza.lv

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*Gunars LAUKS, Dr.sc.ing.

• Computer Science
     - Telecommunication Networks. Performance and Optimization
     - Methods of Network Planning

• G.Lauks. Multi-objective optimization of bandwidth broker with evolutionary algorithm.
  – Electronika ir Elektrotehnika, 2005, N 3, pp.14-17.

Affiliation and Address
   Riga Technical University
    Institute of Telecommunications
    Kalku iela 1,  Riga, LV 1010, Latvia

    Phone: +371 708 9201. Fax: +371 761 0493
    E-mail:  lauks@rsf.rtu.lv
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Igor LEMBERSKI, Dr.sc.ing.

Main interests:
    Computer Science

-  VLSI Design
- FPGA Design
- Asynchronous Logic Design

• I. Lemberski, M.Josephs. Optimal Two-Level Delay - Insensitive Implementation of Logic Functions. - 12th International Workshop "Power And Timing Modeling, Optimization and Simulation" (PATMOS), Sevilla, Spain, 2002 , pp. 109 – 119

Born: 1952, Riga, Latvia

Phone: +371 710 0523. Fax: +371 710 00535
E-mail: lembersk@tsi.lv
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*Aivars LORENCS, Dr.habil.math.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

• A.A. Lorencs. Results of discrete sampling statistical approach and estimate of their variance. – Automatic Control and Computer Sciences, Allerton Press, New York, 2005,  vol.39,  Issue 4,  pp.27-42.
• A.Lorencs. Permutational transformers of stochastic processes. – Automatic Control and Computer Sciences. Allerton Press, New York, 2004, vol. 38, Issue 4, pp. 14.

Institute of Electronics and Computer Science
Dzerbenes iela 14, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 755 8118. Fax: +371 755 5337
E-mail: baum@edi.lv
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*Zigurds MARKOVITCH, Dr.habil.sc.ing.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Topological Modelling
    - Computeraided Diagnostics

• E.Stalidzans, Z.Markowitch. development of dynamic model for a biological system under conditions of insufficient information. - Proc. Int. Congress on Information Technology in Agriculture. Food and Environment. Adana, Turkey, 2005, pp. 337-344.

Born: 1936, Aluksne, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Computer Engineering
Institute of Computer Control, Automation and Computer Egineering 
Meza iela 1/3, Riga, LV 1002, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9562. Fax: +371 7089552
E-mail: dadinst@cs.rtu.lv ; markovic@cs.rtu.lv
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• Computer Science

    - Internet Applications in Education

• B.Martuzans, Yu. Skryl, A.Terentyev.  Derivation of hyperbolic transfer functions from first principles.
  - Latvian Journal of Physics and Technical Sciences, 2005, N 1, pp. 23-32.

Born: 1939, Vilaka, Latvia

Affiliation & Address
    University of Latvia
    Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
    Raina bulv. 19, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 7227196. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: bruno@latnet.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Information Technology for Materials Evaluation
- Testing of Materials Properties (Technique and Instrumentation Design)

• I.Matiss, A.Purvins. Determination of dielectric permeability of object with non-destructive testing method and compensation correction data processing algorithm. – Proceedings of EPE-PEMC Conference, September 2004, Riga.  

Affiliation and Address

Certification Centre, Latvian Academy of Sciences
Akademijas laukums 1, Riga, LV 1524

Phone/ Fax: +371 721 2807
E-mail: certcn@latnet.lv

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*Galina MERKURYEVA, Dr.sc.ing.

• Computer Science
     - Discrete-Event Simulation
     - Simulation Metamodeling Methodology and Applications

• G. Merkuryeva. Response surface-based simulation metamodelling methods with applications to optimisation problems. - In: Supply chain optimisation. Product/ Process Design, Facility Location and Flow Control, 2005, Springer, pp.205-215.
• G.Merkuryeva. Simulation Metamodelling with Applications in Production and Logistics. - Proceedings of European Modelling Simulation Symposium EMSS 2005, 2005, Marseille, France, pp.163-168.

Born: 1953, Russia

Riga Technical University 
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology 
Department of Modelling and Simulation
Meza iela 1/4, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9514. Fax: +371 708 9513
E-mail: gm@itl.rtu.lv

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*Jurijs MERKURJEVS, Dr.habil.sc.ing.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Methodology and Practical Applications of Discrete-event Simulation
- Optimization of Simulation Models
- Optimization of Logistics Systems

• Y.Merkuryev, J.Petuhova, J.Grabis. Managing service-sensitive demand through simulation. – In: Supply Chain Optimization: Product/Process Design, Facility Location and Flow Control. Series: Applied Optimization, vol.94, (Eds. A.Dolgui, J.Soldek, O.Zaikin) Springer, 2005, pp.41-53.

Born: 1954, Riga, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
Meza iela 1/4, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia
Department of Modelling and Simulation  
Kalku iela 1, Riga, LV 1658, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9514. Fax: +371 708 9513
E-mail: merkur@itl.rtu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Data analysis of low selective gas sensors for mobile odour instruments 

• P.Misans, M.Terauds. Introduction into the fast orthogonal transforms based on the rotation angles. Part I. A new methodical approach only or a gateway to novel DSP algorithms? - Proc.  5^th Electronic Circuit and Systems Conf, ECS'05, Bratislava, Slovakia, Sept. 8-9, 2005, pp. 85-94. 

Born: 1953, Aglona, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications
Azenes  iela 12, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9234. Fax: +371 708 9292
E-mail: misans@rsf.rtu.lv 

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Genadijs MOSKVINS, Dr.habil.sc.ing.

• Agriculture

       - Intelligent systems and technologies in agriculture 

Affiliation & Address

Latvia University of Agriculture
Liela iela 2, Jelgava, LV 3001, Latvia

Phone: +371 30 80687. Fax: +371 30 27238
E-mail: logicor@cs.llu.lv
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*Nikolajs NECVALS, Dr.habil.sc.ing.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - New criteria of optimality and algorithms of dual control in systems with computer's support of decisions 

• E.K.Vasermanis, K.N.Nechval , N.A.Nechval. Statistical models for checkpointing of computer systems. -  Transport and Telecommunication, 2005, vol. 6, No 1, pp. 130-132.   

Born: 1940, Ukraine

University of Latvia
Raina bulv. 19,  Riga, LV 1050, Latvia

Phone: +371 7034701, +371 7144050. Fax: +371 7034702
E-mail: nechval@junik.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Intelligent financial and insurance software systems on the basis of Web-technologies

• L.Novitsky, E.Bluemel, Y.Merkuryev, F.Kamperman. Logistics principles and IT-solutions for creating a collaborative work for transport business consumers. – Proc. of Intern. Workshop on Harbour, Maritime and Multimodal Logistics Modelling and Simulation , HMS2005, (Eds. A.Bruzzone, M.Brandolini, C.Frydman, Y.Merkuryev), Marseille, France, 2005, pp. 25-28. 

Born: 1950, Riga, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
Meza  iela 1/4, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9575. Fax: +371 7820094
E-mail: idc@balva.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Modelling of Complex Systems
- Object-Oriented System Analysis and Design
- Applied Computer Science

Recent/Representative Publication

• J.Birgelis, J. Osis. Generalization of MDA un Software Synthesis. – Scientific Proceedings of Riga Technical University, Series - Computer Science (5), Applied Computer Systems, vol. 22, Riga, RTU, 2005, pp. 217 – 228.

Born: 1929, Valmiera distr., Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
Meza iela 1/4,  Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 7089523. Fax: +371 7089590
E-mail: osis@cs.rtu.lv

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*Andris OZOLS,  Dr.sc.ing.

Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Algorithms for transport local adaptive control

• A.Ozols. Delays of traffic flow in regulated junction. - Scientific Proceedings of Riga Technical University. Ser. Computer Science. Boundary Field Problems and Computer Simulation, 2000, pp. 104-109. 

Born: 1943, Jelgava, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
Road Trafic Control and Management Problems Laboratory
Meza iela 1/3, Riga, LV 1002, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9560. Fax: +371 7089552
E-mail: aozols@cs.rtu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Methods of Testing for Communications Functions in Data Processing Systems
- Data Transmission Security

• V.Pelipeiko, R.Alguliev. Synthesis of a distributed authentification system for a virtual private network with a reconfigurable star-ring structure. - Automatic Control and Computer Sciences, New York:Alerton Press, 2000, vol.32, N 2, pp. 9-19.

Born: 1931, Brest, Poland

Institute of Electronics and Computer Science
Dzerbenes iela 14, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 755 8310. Fax: +371 755 5337
E-mail: avt@edi.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Computers and Network Performance Evaluation
- Fault-Tolerant Computer Structures
- Analysis and Design of the Computer Networks in Self-Similar Workload Environment

• S. Ilnickis and E.Petersons. Nonstacionary behavior research of Terminal-Server System with self-similar
  approximated input flow. - Automatic Control and Computer Sciences, 2005, vol.39,  Issue 4,   pp.48-59.

Born: 1938, Moscow, Russia

Riga Technical University
Kalku iela 1, Riga, LV 1658, Latvia

Phone: +371 7089984. Fax: +371 724 1591
E-mail: ernests.petersons@rtu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Modelling Systems

Recent/Representative Publication   

• B.Rivza, M.Kruzmetra, P.Rivza. Discourse on Rural Development in Latvia. Jelgava, Latvia, 2003, pp.88-117; 167-189; 242-257; 302-313; 377-389.
• P.Rivza, E.Kopeika. Technologies of telecommunications in Latvia. - Proc. of Intern. Scientific conf. “Economic Science for Rural Development”, Jelgava, Latvia, 2004, pp.147-152.

Born: 1947, Rezekne, Latvia

Latvia University of Agriculture
Faculty of Information Technologies
Liela iela 2, Jelgava, LV 3001, Latvia

Phone: +371 30 05633; +371 3005233. Fax: +371 30 27238
E-mail: peteris.rivza@llu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Simulation
    - Teletraffic Theory

• J.Sedols, S.Sedola. Algorithmic autonomy architecture (AAA) – the principles of building information systems with applications in simulation and education. - Proc. 19^th Europ. Conf. on Modelling and Simulation ECMS 2005 , 2005, pp. 435-439.

Born: 1939, Liepaja, Latvia

Affiliation and Address

University of Latvia
Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
Raina bulv. 29, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 722 7815. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: sedols@cclu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Automated synthesis of language independent representation of the text

• I.Skadina. Machine translation for Latvian. – Proceedings of 1^st Baltic conference “Human Language Technologies – the Baltic Perspective”, Riga, Latvia, 2004, pp. 102-106.
•  I.Skadina. Electronic dictionaries and multilingual information society. – In: Terminology and Technology Transfer in the Multilingual Information Society, Terminet Publ., 2003, pp.140-146.

Born: 1966, Latvia

Affiliation and Address

University of Latvia
Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
Raina bulv. 29, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 722 7486. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: inguna@ailab.mii.lu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Virtual laboratory for education and research

• I.Slaidins, M.Zeltins. Accuracy of 1/f noise parameter extraction in the presence of background noise. - Proc. 18^th Intern. Conf. On Noise and Fluctuations – ICFN’2005, Salamanca, Spain, 2005, Sept. 19-23, American Institute of Physics, pp. 665-668. 

Born: 1948, Riga, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications 
Azenes iela 12,  Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9236. Fax: +371 7089274
E-mail: slaidins@etf.rtu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Numerical Modelling of Hydrogeological and Associated Environment:
- Development of Software for Hydrogeological Modelling
- Creating of Complex Numerical Three Dimensional Hydrogeological Models
- Transport Modelling of Contaminants in Groundwater

• A.Spalvins, J.Slangens, I.Lace. Interpolation for Non-regulary Located Wells of Hydrogeological Models. – Proceedings of the 19th European Conference on Modelling and Simulation "Simulation in Wider Europe", ECMS 2005, Edited by Yuri Merkuryev, Richard Zobel and Eugene Kerckhoffs, - June 1-4, 2005, Riga, Latvia. Riga: Riga Technical University, 2005, pp. 622-627.
• Spalvins A., Slangens J., Janbickis R. and Lace I. Interpolation for Creating Hydrogeological Models. – In: Technological Choices for Sustainability , Subhas K. Sikdar, Peter Glavic, Ravi Jain (Editors). Spriger-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg New York, 2004 - pp. 387-394.

Born: 1940, Bauska distr., Latvia

Riga Technical University
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
Environment Modelling Centre
Meza iela 1/4, Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9511. Fax: +371 7089531
E-mail: emc@cs.rtu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

    - Natural Language Processing
    - Artificial Intelligence

• E. Milconoka, N.Gruzitis, A.Spektors. Natural language processing at the Institute of mathematics and computer science: 10 years later. - Proceedings of the 1^st Baltic conference "Human Language Technologies - the Baltic Perspective", Riga, 2004, pp. 6-11.

Born: 1943, Palsmane, Latvia

University of Latvia
Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
Raina bulv. 29, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 721 3304. Fax: +371 7820153
E-mail: aspekt@ailab.mii.lu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Signal Processing
- Non-Destructive Testing

Recent/Representative Publication

• V.Shtrauss. Digital signal processing for relaxation data conversion. – Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids, 2005, vol. 351, pp. 2911-2916. 

Born: 1946, Sabile, Latvia

Institute of Polymer Mechanics    
Aizkraukles iela 23, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 7543300. Fax: +371 782 0467
E-mail: strauss@edi.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science  
     - computational learning theory
      - design of algorithms
      - algorithm applications in computational biology

• I.Bula, J.Viksna. Example of strictly convex metric spaces with non-convex balls. – International Journal of Pure and Applied Mathematics, 2005, vol. 25:1, pp. 87-93. 

Born: 1966, Kuldiga, Latvia

University of Latvia
Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science
Raina bulv. 29, Riga, LV 1459, Latvia

Phone: +371 721 3716. Fax: +371 782 0153
E-mail: jviksna@cclu.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Security of the information in telecommunication networks

• A.Virtmanis. Voice transmission over the internet: to regulate or not to regulate? - Baltic IT Review, 2001, N 1 (20), pp. 61-65.

Born: 1948, Talsi, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Institute of Telecommunications
Kalku iela 1,  Riga, LV 1010, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9206. Fax: +371 782 0094
E-mail:  celmins@rsf.rtu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Information processing associative models and algorithms in the identification and control

• V.Minkevics, J.Slihte, G.Vulfs. Modelling risk management system using neural networks. - Scientific Proceedings of Riga Technical University. Computer Science, 2005, vol. 5, pp. 66-73.  

Born: 1943, Riga, Latvia

Riga Technical University
Kalku iela 1,  Riga, LV 1658, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9515. Fax: +371 7089513
E-mail: vulfs@itl.rtu.lv
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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Signal Processing
- Information Technology
- Testing and Design of Mixed Circuits and Systems
- Communication Systems and Networks

• V. Zagursky, I.Zarumba. New approach for random multiple access.. – Proceedings of IASTED International Conference on Communication Systems and Networks, CSN 2005, Sept. 12-14, 2005, Benidorm, Spain, pp. 176-181.

Born: 1943, Russia.

Institute of Electronics and Computer Science
Dzerbenes iela 14, Riga, LV 1006, Latvia

Phone: +371 7543391. Fax: +371 755 5337
E-mail: zagursky@edi.lv

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Main interests:

• Computer Science

- Simulation for scattering and absorption of electromagnetic waves

• J.Ziemelis, T.Solovjova. The reflection of plane electromagnetic wave from dielectric slab with metallic lattice inside. – Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Kaunas, 2005, No 6(62), pp.17-20.

Born: 1941, Valmiera, Latvia

Riga Technical University 
Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications  
Institute of Electronics
Azenes iela 12,  Riga, LV 1048, Latvia

Phone: +371 708 9205. Fax: +371 7089292
E-mail:  ziemelis@etf.rtu.lv
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