Short Bio 
Associate Professor Vladimír Dekýš, PhD, is a leading researcher and educator at the Department of Applied Mechanics, University of Zilina, Slovakia. With over two decades of experience in both academic and industrial research, he has made significant contributions to applied mechanics, experimental mechanics, and structural health monitoring. Dr. Dekýš has led numerous research projects and supervised PhD students, cementing his role as a mentor and thought leader. His work spans across fields such as vibration analysis, infrared thermography, and non-destructive testing, making him a key figure in advancing mechanical engineering research and education.
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Education 
Dr. Vladimír Dekýš completed his PhD (CSc.) from the Institute of Materials & Machine Mechanics at the Slovak Academy of Sciences in 1989, specializing in the mechanics of solid and rigid bodies, with a focus on reliability testing. Prior to this, he earned his Master’s degree (Ing.) in Physical Engineering and Material Science from the Faculty of Nuclear Sciences and Physical Engineering at the Czech Technical University in Prague in 1981. His education laid a strong foundation in applied mechanics and materials science, allowing him to pursue a successful career in both research and teaching.
Experience 
Dr. Dekýš has a rich professional background that includes both academic and industrial positions. Since 2007, he has served as an Associate Professor at the University of Zilina’s Department of Applied Mechanics, where he previously held the position of Assistant Professor from 2001. His industrial experience includes roles as a Computer Scientist and Network Administrator at Motory a.s. Martin and as a Test Technician at the Research and Development Institute ZTS Martin. His work has ranged from computational design tasks to vibration monitoring and reliability testing of mechanical systems, giving him a diverse skill set.
Research Interest 
Dr. Dekýš’s research interests are centered around applied and computational mechanics, with a special focus on dynamics, vibration analysis, and non-destructive testing (NDT). He has a strong interest in structural health monitoring using advanced techniques like infrared thermography and probabilistic approaches in mechanics. His work also extends to the analysis of mechanical properties under cyclic loading and the degradation of composite materials, making significant contributions to the understanding and testing of machine parts and industrial systems under stress and failure modes.
Awards 
Dr. Vladimír Dekýš has been recognized for his contributions to the field of applied mechanics. He is a member of the Scientific Committee for the Conference on Machine Modeling and Simulation, reflecting his leadership and expertise in the field. Throughout his career, he has been acknowledged for his groundbreaking work in vibration analysis and mechanical system reliability. His role as a principal investigator on various high-budget research projects further demonstrates the impact and value of his work in advancing knowledge and practical applications in mechanical engineering.
Publications 
- Probabilistic Analysis of Critical Speed Values of a Rotating Machine as a Function of the Change of Dynamic Parameters
Authors: Šavrnoch, Z., Sapieta, M., Dekýš, V., Molčan, M., Fusek, M.
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
- Contribution to the Creation of Virtual Models of Rotary Machines
Authors: Šavrnoch, Z., Sapietová, A., Dekýš, V., Drvárová, B.
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
- Analysis of the Parameters for the Production of Seat Components by Injection Molding Technology
Authors: Sapietová, A., Jantošovič, M., Dekýš, V., Sapieta, M., Šavrnoch, Z.
Year: 2023
Citations: 0
- Contribution to the Measurement of Pipeline Deformation
Authors: Dekýš, V., Novak, P., Biro, D., Sapietová, A.
Year: 2023
Citations: 0
- Effect of Geometry and Surface Distribution of Holes on Sound and Light Absorption Properties of 3D-Printed PETG Materials
Authors: Nevrela, M., Vasina, M., Hrbacek, P., Dekys, V.
Year: 2023
Citations: 0
- Investigation of the Mechanical Properties of Spur Involute Gearing by Infrared Thermography
Authors: Sapieta, M., Dekýš, V., Kaco, M., Sapietová, A., Drvárová, B.
Year: 2023
Citations: 3
- The Impact of Excitation Periods on the Outcome of Lock-In Thermography
Authors: Sapieta, M., Dekýš, V., Kopas, P., Jakubovičová, L., Šavrnoch, Z.
Year: 2023
Citations: 2
- Effect of Accelerometer Mass on the Natural Frequencies of the Measured Structure
Authors: Drvárová, B., Dekýš, V., Pijáková, K.
Year: 2023
Citations: 1
- Acoustic Emission and Infrared Thermography Study of Low Strain Tensile Behaviour of AISI 304L Stainless Steel
Authors: Sapietova, A., Racek, M., Dekys, V., Saga, M., Sofer, P.
Year: 2023
Citations: 0
- Research on the Oscillation in Centerless Grinding Technology When Machining Bearing Steel
Authors: Gavlas, M., Kaco, M., Dekýš, V., Harničárová, M., Valíček, J.
Year: 2022
Citations: 3
Conclusion 
Dr. Vladimír Dekýš is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his extensive experience in applied mechanics, leadership in research projects, and contributions to both academia and industry. His research in dynamics, vibration analysis, and non-destructive testing has practical applications, and his work supervising PhD students and securing research funding highlights his role as a leader in his field. While improving language proficiency and international publication outreach could enhance his profile further, his impressive track record makes him highly suitable for this award.