Ekrem Bektašević is a geophysical engineer engaged in teaching at a higher education institution, with a focus on tunneling and applied geophysical methods. He is also active in industry as a member of a supervisory team for tunnel construction in complex geotechnical conditions. His professional interests include the application of geophysical methods in tunneling, the assessment of seismic effects of blasting, and the analysis and optimization of support systems in shallow and urban tunnels.