Space Conference Speaker

Bekar Oikashvili

Founder & Chairman of ATIC (Advanced Technologies and Innovations Center), Associate Professor, University of Georgia

Years of ISDC:
2024

Bekar Oikashvili, PhD, is a notable figure in space technologies and academia. As the Founder & Chairman of ATIC (Advanced Technologies and Innovations Center), he leads innovative research in satellite communications, development of modular ground stations and ongoing cubesat projects with scientific experiments on board. In addition to his role at ATIC, Bekar is the Founder and CEO of Twini, dedicated to transforming edge computing for Small and Medium Businesses. He also heads Smartitup LTD, offering a range of IT services including software development and information security audit.
With over 8 years of lecturing experience across Georgian universities, Bekar is committed to sharing his knowledge with future generations. He also serves as an advisor to the Rector of the University of Georgia and holds the position of Associate Professor at Caucasus University and the University of Georgia. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Cybersecurity at North Kentucky University, Bekar continues to push the boundaries of technology and education.


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