Andrei Utkin is a highly experienced researcher currently serving as the Coordinator of the Wave Physics and Engineering Group at INOV, a position held since January 2003, alongside ongoing research activities at ICEMS since July 2000. With a strong educational background including a PhD in Physics & Mathematics and an Honour University Degree in Physics from Saint Petersburg State University, Andrei specializes in the processing of optical signals, focusing on noise reduction, information extraction, and automatic pattern recognition using artificial intelligence and genetic algorithms. Additionally, Andrei is involved in the development of optical equipment for remote sensing and supports corresponding software for data management and user interfaces.