Erika Kozem Šilih, Assoc. Prof., PhD, is a structural engineer and researcher at the University of Maribor, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering and Architecture. She holds a PhD in civil engineering and specializes in timber structures, with a strong focus on numerical modelling and experimental analysis. Her research primarily addresses the load-bearing capacity, stiffness, and racking resistance of timber-framed wall systems, as well as the development of innovative timber–glass composite façade elements. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed international journals, including Buildings and Sustainability, contributing to the advancement of sustainable and prefabricated timber construction. She is co-inventor of the European patent “Load-bearing prefabricated double-skin façade timber wall element” (EP3985191 B1, 2024), which introduces an innovative structural solution integrating timber and double-skin glazing. This achievement was recognized among Slovenia’s “Excellent in Science 2024” highlights, reflecting its scientific excellence and practical relevance. Her work bridges advanced numerical methods with experimental validation, supporting the development of efficient, sustainable building systems.