Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trayan G. Stamov is a leading scholar and industrial designer at the Technical University of Sofia, Bulgaria. With a PhD in Industrial Design and extensive practical experience in vehicle and product design, he has successfully bridged the gap between academic research and industry applications. His work integrates engineering design, neural networks, and emotional design concepts to develop innovative approaches in product aesthetics and functionality. He is a recipient of multiple design awards and is ranked among the Top 10 Designers in Bulgaria, with recognition among the Top 40 Designers worldwide in Lighting Products Design.
Technical University of Sofia | Bulgaria
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Education
Dr. Stamov earned his PhD, MS, and BS degrees in Industrial Design from the Technical University of Sofia, Bulgaria. His academic training provided him with expertise in design theory, engineering principles, and practical problem-solving. This strong foundation enabled him to pursue advanced research on neural networks, stability analysis, and their application in industrial and vehicle design. His educational background supports his unique interdisciplinary approach that blends mathematics, computational modeling, and industrial creativity.
Professional Experience
Dr. Stamov is currently an Associate Professor of Industrial Design at the Technical University of Sofia, where he teaches multiple design-related courses and mentors students in innovative engineering solutions. His professional experience includes consulting for The-Glass-Co in Greece and industrial design work at MEGATEX AD in Bulgaria. He has completed design training with BRABUS GmbH in Germany, contributing to projects for brands like Range Rover, Jaguar, and Mercedes-Benz. His professional roles merge teaching, research, and industry engagement, significantly influencing both academia and practice.
Awards and Honors
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trayan Stamov has been widely recognized for his exceptional contributions to industrial design and engineering innovation. He has received prestigious international design awards, including top distinctions in lighting product design, and has consistently been ranked among the leading designers both nationally and globally. His participation spans major exhibitions, conferences, and fairs across Europe and Asia, showcasing his work in design excellence, architecture, and vehicle styling. His achievements also include recognition in creative competitions, design biennials, and training programs with renowned automotive companies, highlighting his commitment to advancing design research, education, and practical applications.
Research Focus
Dr. Stamov’s research focuses on combining engineering design principles with mathematical modeling, particularly using neural networks, impulsive control systems, and fractional calculus to optimize product design and emotional response. He investigates how form, symmetry, and user emotion can be mathematically modeled to create better product experiences. This multidisciplinary research impacts industrial design, ergonomics, vehicle styling, and smart product development, aligning science with user-centered innovation.
Publications
Impulsive Control Discrete Fractional Neural Networks in Product Form Design: Practical Mittag-Leffler Stability Criteria
Authors: Stamov, T.
Journal: Applied Sciences (Switzerland), 2024
Practical Stability Criteria for Discrete Fractional Neural Networks in Product Form Design Analysis
Authors: Stamov, T.
Journal: Chaos, Solitons and Fractals, 2024
Fractional-Order Impulsive Delayed Reaction-Diffusion Gene Regulatory Networks: Almost Periodic Solutions
Authors: Stamov, T.; Stamov, G.; Stamova, I.
Journal: Fractal and Fractional, 2023
Impulsive Controllers Design for the Practical Stability Analysis of Gene Regulatory Networks with Distributed Delays
Authors: Cao, J.; Stamov, T.; Stamov, G.; Stamova, I.
Journal: Fractal and Fractional, 2023
Lyapunov Approach to Manifolds Stability for Impulsive Cohen–Grossberg-type Conformable Neural Network Models
Authors: Stamov, T.; Stamov, G.; Stamova, I.; Gospodinova, E.
Journal: Mathematical Biosciences and Engineering, 2023
Discrete Bidirectional Associative Memory Neural Networks of the Cohen–Grossberg Type for Engineering Design Symmetry Related Problems: Practical Stability of Sets Analysis
Authors: Stamov, T.
Journal: Symmetry, 2022
Lipschitz Stability Analysis of Fractional-Order Impulsive Delayed Reaction-Diffusion Neural Network Models
Authors: Stamova, I.; Stamov, T.; Stamov, G.
Journal: Chaos, Solitons and Fractals, 2022
Almost Periodic Dynamics in a New Class of Impulsive Reaction–Diffusion Neural Networks with Fractional-like Derivatives
Authors: Stamov, G.; Stamova, I.; Martynyuk, A.; Stamov, T.
Journal: Chaos, Solitons and Fractals, 2021
Conclusion
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trayan G. Stamov is a highly accomplished academic and industrial designer whose research bridges engineering, mathematics, and design innovation. His international recognition, impactful publications, and interdisciplinary work demonstrate leadership and excellence in the field. He is exceptionally well-suited for the Best Researcher Award, as his contributions not only advance scientific understanding but also influence real-world product design and development.