associate professor at University of Szeged, Hungary.
Dr. Károly Barta was born on April 22, 1973, in Hungary. He is a Hungarian national and is currently based in Szeged. His passion for environmental science and soil research has shaped his career, making significant contributions to academia and applied research.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
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EDUCATION
Dr. Barta pursued his higher education at József Attila University, Szeged, where he obtained an MSc in Mathematics and Geography (1991-1996). His thirst for knowledge led him to earn a PhD in Earth Sciences (1996-2004) from the University of Szeged, specializing in soil erosion research. Additionally, he completed a postgraduate degree in Soil Protection Engineering (1999-2000) at Szent István University, Gödöllő, enhancing his expertise in soil science.
EXPERIENCE
Dr. Barta has been an integral part of the University of Szeged (SZTE) since 1996, progressing from Assistant Professor to Senior Lecturer and later an Associate Professor (since 2012). His responsibilities include teaching, research, project management, and laboratory work in the Department of Physical and Environmental Geography.
Beyond academia, he worked as an expert in drought and soil monitoring (2018-2020) at VIZITERV Environ Kft. His expertise in water management and environmental monitoring plays a crucial role in tackling contemporary ecological challenges.
AWARDS & HONORS
- As a dedicated researcher, Dr. Barta has earned recognition for his scientific contributions in soil science, water resource management, and environmental monitoring. His continued efforts in mentorship, innovation, and international research collaboration make him a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award.
RESEARCH FOCUS
Dr. Barta’s research primarily focuses on soil erosion, drought monitoring, water management, and environmental geography. His work integrates remote sensing, GIS, and machine learning to assess soil and water dynamics.
He has played a key role in several European-funded research projects, including:
✅ HUSRB/1002/121/088 (2012-2014) – Project management & expert
✅ HUSRB/1203/121/130 (2013-2014) – Research expert
✅ HUSRB/1602/11/0057 (2017-2019) – Research participant
PUBLICATION TOP NOTES
Blanka-Végi, V., Tobak, Z., Sipos, G. Y., Barta, K., Szabó, B., & van Leeuwen, B. (2025). Estimation of the spatiotemporal variability of surface soil moisture using machine learning methods integrating satellite and ground-based soil moisture and environmental data. Water Resources Management.
Frei, K., Vojtkó, A., Farkas, T., Tölgyesi, C., Bátori, Z., & others. (2023). Topographic depressions can provide climate and resource microrefugia for biodiversity. iScience.
Bátori, Z., Valkó, O., Vojtkó, A., Erdős, L., Deák, B., & others. (2023). Environmental heterogeneity increases the conservation value of small natural features in karst landscapes. Science of the Total Environment.
CONCLUSION
Dr. Károly Barta stands as a leading researcher in environmental geography, soil science, and water management. His extensive experience, scientific impact, and dedication to mentorship make him a remarkable figure in academia and applied research.