Dr. Márton Pál is an assistant professor at the Institute of Cartography and Geoinformatics, Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), Budapest. He earned his BSc in Earth Sciences (Cartography and Geoinformatics specialization) in 2017, MSc in Cartography in 2019, and PhD in Earth Sciences in 2023 with a dissertation on multivariate GIS modeling for geotourism mapping in the Balaton Uplands. His research interests include geovisualization, geoscientific heritage, multivariate spatial modeling, and the application of drones and sensors in geoinformatics. He has received several national and international recognitions, including the EGU Outstanding Student Poster and PICO Award (2024), the Young Scientist Award at the 8th International Conference on Cartography and GIS (2022), and first prize at the Hungarian Students' Scientific Competition (2018). He has also been active in science communication and education projects, leading initiatives to promote geoinformatics among youth and underrepresented groups. Dr. Pál is a member of multiple scientific organizations, including the European Geosciences Union, ProGEO, and national geological and cartographic societies, where he also serves in coordinating and representative roles.