Pericles Leng Cheng

Pericles Leng Cheng is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the European University Cyprus (School of Sciences). He holds a Doctor of Information Technology (Walden University, 2017) and dual M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin (2003 and 2001). His research focuses on robotics applications in education, therapeutic systems, and aspect-oriented software development for embedded systems. He leads Cyprus' participation in international robotics competitions like Robotex and has contributed to EU-funded projects addressing energy efficiency and ubiquitous computing.

• Education:
  • PhD: Information Technology, Walden University (2017)
  • M.Sc.: Computer Science, University of Texas at Austin (2003)
  • B.Sc.: Computer Science, University of Texas at Austin (2001)
• Key Contributions:
  • Developed robotic systems for Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) in children
  • Advanced remote robotic experimentation platforms for STEM education
  • Authored foundational studies on aspect-oriented programming for real-time embedded systems
• Professional Roles:
  • Head of Technical Committee for Robotex Cyprus (Cyprus Computer Society)
  • EU Project Researcher (FP6, Horizon 2020, Erasmus+)
  • Academic Consultant for educational robotics competitions

His research spans robotics applications across healthcare, education, and industry, with a focus on integrating emerging technologies into practical solutions. Recent work emphasizes autonomous systems in gaming environments and robotics competitions' pedagogical impact. Over 15 years of academic experience includes teaching, curriculum development, and fostering international collaboration in tech education.