Mihaela TODERAS is a Professor at the University of Petrosani, Faculty of Mining, Romania, and a PhD supervisor in Mines, Oil, and Gas (Dr. Habil.). Her research expertise lies in the exploitation of underground and quarry mineral resources, the stability and reliability of underground mining works, geomechanics, rock mechanics, and rock rheology. Professor Toderas has authored 16 books, including three published by international publishing houses and ten international book chapters. She has published 140 scientific papers in international journals and conferences. She has managed international and national grants and participated in numerous research projects, including 91 research contracts with economic partners. Recognised as an Expert Engineer in the Technical, Economic, and Management of Mining Companies, she earned this title from the National Polytechnic Institute of Loraine, Nancy, France. She is an active member of several professional organisations, including the International Association of Engineering Geology (IAEG) and the International Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE). In addition to her research, Professor Toderas is a reviewer and member of scientific committees for various international conferences and journals, including several MDPI journals and the Proceedings of the Romanian Academy. She has also been awarded two article-type research results awards for her contributions to the field.