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Argyris ArnellosView profile

Associate Professor

• Complex Systems Theory
• Philosophy of Biology
• Theoretical Biology
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Argyris Arnellos is an Associate Professor at the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering at the University of the Aegean, Greece, and Director of the Complex Systems & Service Design Lab. He is an external member of the IAS-Research Group for Life, Mind and Society at the University of the Basque Country, Spain. His research focuses on complex systems theory, philosophy of biology, theoretical biology, and design theory, with emphasis on bio-cognitive complexity and agency evolution. Education: PhD in Complex Systems Design (2008), University of the Aegean MSc in Data Communication Systems (2000), Brunel University, UK BSc in Electronic Engineering (1998), Technological Educational University of Athens Research Interests: His interdisciplinary work integrates complex systems theory, philosophy of biology, and design theory to explore the evolution of bio-cognitive complexity. Key areas include: Autonomy and agency in biological systems Emergence of meaning in design processes Embodied cognition and interaction Philosophical foundations of aesthetics and design Recognition: Recipient of prestigious fellowships including: Marie Curie Individual Fellowship Konrad Lorentz Institute Fellowship Ramon y Cajal Research Professorship Grants & Labs: Leads the Complex Systems & Service Design Lab and has secured funding through international fellowships. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in complex system design.

Evangelos H. PapakitsosView profile

Lecturer

• Natural Language Processing
• Digital Humanities
• Systems Science
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Dr. Evangelos H. Papakitsos serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Industrial Design and Production Engineering at the University of West Attica. A physicist by training (National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, 1987), he holds advanced degrees in Information Systems (University of Liverpool, 1992) and Informatics (National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2000), with postdoctoral specialization in Semantic Lexical Databases. His academic journey spans four higher education institutions since 1993, including National Technical University of Athens and National & Kapodistrian University of Athens. His research spans interdisciplinary domains at the intersection of technology and humanities, with primary focus on Natural Language Processing , Digital Humanities , and Systems Science . Key research thrusts include computational linguistics for ancient scripts (particularly Linear A and Indus Valley), energy harvesting systems, environmental physics applications, and robotics for defense and environmental monitoring. His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate strong activity in nanotechnology applications for water purification, unmanned vehicle systems, and computational approaches to linguistic decipherment. Dr. Papakitsos has developed significant expertise in bridging engineering disciplines with humanities through his work on: Machine-readable dictionaries for ancient scripts Energy harvesting applications in civil infrastructure Computational analysis of historical linguistics Environmental monitoring robotics His laboratory work centers on Electronic Automation, Telematics and Cyberphysical Systems, reflecting his systems-oriented approach to complex interdisciplinary problems. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in General Physics, Optimization Methods, and Fluid Mechanics, plus postgraduate instruction in Automation Information Systems, Energy Management, and Unmanned Systems within the "Unmanned Autonomous and Remotely Piloted Systems" program. His educational background in career counseling informs interdisciplinary approaches to curriculum development, particularly evident in his work on the systemic evaluation of tourism marketing strategies during the pandemic.

Dimitris IpsakisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Control Systems
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Process Modeling and Simulation
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Dr. Dimitris Ipsakis is an Assistant Professor at the Technical University of Crete , affiliated with the School of Production Engineering and Management . He holds a Chemical Engineering Diploma from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2005), a PhD in Chemical Engineering (2011), and an MSc in Mathematics (2013). His research focuses on control systems for energy and environmental applications, process modeling, renewable energy systems, and techno-economic analysis. He has extensive experience in European and National projects, acting as an evaluator for research proposals. Education: Chemical Engineering Diploma (AUTH, 2005) PhD in Chemical Engineering (AUTH, 2011) MSc in Mathematics (AUTH, 2013) Research Interests: Control systems (conventional and advanced) for energy/environmental systems, process modeling/simulation, renewable energy integration, hydrogen production, and techno-economic assessments. His work emphasizes sustainable processes for energy systems and circular economy solutions. Key Contributions: Over 50 publications in prestigious journals/conferences, including studies on hydrogen production via electrolysis, biomass valorization, and smart grid management. He co-leads the Production Systems Laboratory and Industrial, Energy and Environmental Systems Laboratory , focusing on industrial process optimization and renewable energy systems. Labs/Teams: Active in two core laboratories at TUC, advancing research in production systems and energy sustainability. Collaborates with institutions like CERTH and Texas A&M University at Qatar.

• Process and System Design
• Water Resources Management
• Energy Systems Management
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George Arampatzis is an Associate Professor at the School of Production Engineering and Management, Technical University of Crete. His expertise spans Process and System Design, Water/Energy/Environmental Management, ICT Systems, and Decision Support Systems. He holds a Ph.D. and Diploma in Chemical Engineering from NTUA. He has authored 5 academic books and contributed to numerous research projects, including the TREEADS and SWAN initiatives. His work emphasizes sustainable technologies, circular economy practices, and disaster management solutions using digital twins and GIS tools. Education: Diploma in Chemical Engineering (1991), Doctor Engineer (2000), both from NTUA. Research Focus: Hybrid renewable energy systems, wastewater treatment optimization, wildfire management, and decision support frameworks. Key Projects: Led the SWAN platform for industrial waste reuse and contributed to Mediterranean wildfire resilience via the TREEADS project. Publications: Over 100 articles in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, focusing on energy autonomy, water efficiency, and digital twin applications. Labs/Teams: Involved in interdisciplinary teams developing cognitive digital twins and smart water management systems. His research bridges computational modeling, environmental policy, and industrial innovation, addressing global challenges like climate adaptation and resource efficiency.

Kostas VlachosView profile

Assistant Professor

• Control Systems
• Robotics
• Microrobotics
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Kostas Vlachos is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Ioannina, Greece. His research focuses on robotic control systems, microrobotics, haptic mechanisms, and medical robotic simulators. He holds a PhD in Automatic Control and Robotics from the National Technical University of Athens (2004), an M.S. from the same institution (2000), and a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the Technical University of Dresden (1993). Prior to his current role, he served as a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Thessaly's Mechanical Engineering Department (2007-2013). Education: B.Sc. (Dresden, 1993), M.S. (NTUA, 2000), Ph.D. (NTUA, 2004) Research Themes: Control of robotic mechanisms, medical simulators, haptic devices, and autonomous navigation systems Professional Experience: Software Analyst at INTRACOM S.A. (1996-1998), Visiting Lecturer (2007-2013) His research emphasizes autonomous marine platforms, haptic telemanipulation, and reinforcement learning applications . Notable projects include underwater robot navigation, internet-based haptic control, and medical training simulators. He is a member of the University of Ioannina's Information Processing and Analysis (I.P.AN.) research group. Advising spans 15+ students in robotics, control systems, and medical device development. Current students focus on topics like intelligent perception, force controllers for haptic devices, and mini-robot design. Past work includes over 70 student projects in path planning, robotic arm control, and sensor fusion. His publications (2025–1981) cover advanced control methodologies, microrobotics, and medical haptics. Recent work explores ensemble neural MPC, low-cost unmanned vehicles, and reinforcement learning in dynamic environments.

• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Decision Making under Uncertainty
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Lagoudakis Michael is a Professor at the School of Electronic & Computer Engineering of the Technical University of Crete since 2005. His academic journey includes a PhD in Computer Science from Duke University (2003), a Master's from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette (1998), and a Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras (1995). Education: PhD in Computer Science, Duke University, 2003 MSc in Computer Science, University of Louisiana, Lafayette, 1998 Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics, University of Patras, 1995 Research interests span Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Decision Making under Uncertainty, Multi-Agent Systems, Robotics (particularly robotic team coordination), Complex Systems, and DNA Computing. His work has produced significant publications in top venues like Robotics: Science and Systems , IEEE IROS , Journal of Machine Learning Research , and NIPS . He has contributed to projects such as EURECA-PRO (2020–present), DialogRL (2016–2020), and LSPI (2000–2003). Scientific awards include the Outstanding Dissertation Award from Duke University's Department of Computer Science and the Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award received twice. He is a member of AAAI, IEEE, and ACM.

• Databases
• Web-based information systems
• Semi-structured data
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Vassalos Vasilios is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics, School of Information Sciences and Technology, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). He holds a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from NTUA (1994), an M.Sc. in Computer Science from Stanford University (1998), and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Stanford University (2000). His research focuses on databases, web-based information systems, and semi-structured data processing. His work specifically addresses integrated search algorithms in autonomous, heterogeneous information sources with emphasis on semi-structured data (particularly XML), the extension of database technologies to the World Wide Web, integration of web services, and peer-to-peer data processing. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in sensor network data analysis, query optimization techniques, peer-to-peer network analysis, view-based query answering, and XML query processing. His work shows a consistent thread of improving data integration and query performance across heterogeneous systems. Dr. Vassalos has participated in significant research projects including the PENED 2003 program, PYTHAGORAS II program, and Marie Curie Outgoing International Fellowship. His applied work extends to technological entrepreneurship as the founder and CTO of Enosys Software, Inc., which developed platforms for querying and integrating heterogeneous information sources. Member of the Board of Directors of the Information Society Observatory Member of the Special Scientific Committee of the Hellenic Council for Electronic Governance Member of the W3C Advisory Board (2000-2003) Member of the W3C XML Query Working Group (2000-2003) He serves on program committees of major international conferences including ACM SIGMOD, VLDB, and ICDE, and reviews for leading journals such as ACM Transactions on Databases and IEEE Transactions on Knowledge and Data Engineering.

Christos-Nikolaos AnagnostopoulosView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• 3D Modeling
• Cultural Heritage Preservation
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Christos-Nikolaos Anagnostopoulos is a Professor at the Department of Cultural Technology and Communication, University of the Aegean. He serves as Head of the Department and Director of the Intelligent Systems Lab. His expertise spans artificial intelligence, computer graphics, cultural informatics, and energy systems. Anagnostopoulos holds a Mechanical Engineering Diploma (1998) and Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering (2002) from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). Research focuses on AI applications in cultural heritage preservation, medical imaging, smart cities, and IoT systems. Over 180 publications in journals/conferences highlight contributions to 3D modeling, mixed reality, energy-efficient buildings, and surgical simulation. His work integrates technologies like UAVs, digital twins, and deep learning to address challenges in heritage preservation, healthcare, and sustainable urban systems. Key projects include ARM4CH (autonomous reality modeling for heritage sites), PLUG-N-HARVEST (smart building management), and ARCHAEORAMA (multimodal archaeological documentation). He explores ethical implications of AI/ChatGPT in education and healthcare while advancing geospatial integration for archaeological excavations. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, his research bridges cultural, technical, and environmental domains.

Doulkeridis ChristosView profile

Professor

• Big Data
• Data Management in Cloud Computing
• Query Processing
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Christos Doulkeridis is a Professor at the Department of Digital Systems, University of Piraeus. Specializing in big data management, distributed systems, and mobility analytics, he has led projects such as CHOROLOGOS (ELIDEK-funded) and contributed to EU initiatives like datAcron and Track&Know. He holds Marie-Curie and ERCIM fellowships, and his work emphasizes energy-efficient data architectures and semantic trajectory analysis. Education: PhD in Informatics, Athens University of Economics and Business (2007) MSc in Informatics, Athens University of Economics and Business (2003) Diploma in Electrical & Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (2001) Research Interests: Big data analytics, cloud computing, spatiotemporal query processing, mobility forecasting (e.g., traffic patterns, maritime monitoring), and semantic trajectory modeling. His work bridges theory with practical applications in smart cities and environmental sustainability. Awards: Winner of SemEval’17 Task4 (sentiment analysis) Best Paper Award at EuroVA’19 Michalis Dertouzos Award (2004) for Human Face of Computing Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator for CHOROLOGOS (semantic spatiotemporal data) Core contributor to datAcron (maritime data ontology) European projects: BigDataStack, RoadRunner (ARISTEIA II) Labs & Teams: Leads research teams developing frameworks like SPARTAN (semantic integration) and ARGO (trajectory prediction). Collaborates on open-source tools like ST_VISIONS (spatiotemporal visualization) and NoDA (unified NoSQL access).

• Artificial Intelligence
• Automated Planning
• Machine Learning
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Dimitris Vrakas is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Informatics, School of Informatics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh). He holds a PhD in Intelligent Planning Systems and has conducted post-doctoral research focusing on Planning for the Semantic Web. His professional experience includes roles as a Lecturer (per Greek law 407/80), Informatics Instructor in multiple educational institutions, and IT consultant for medium-sized enterprises through the Go-online Project. Education: Bachelor of Science (1995–1999): Informatics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki PhD (2000–2004): Intelligent Planning Systems, Dept. of Informatics, AUTh Postdoctoral Research (2005–2007): Planning for the Semantic Web, AUTh Research Interests: Automated Planning, Heuristic Functions, Intelligent Autonomous Systems, Machine Learning Applications (Energy Management, NILM), Semantic Web Services, and Smart Environment Technologies. His work bridges theoretical AI advancements with practical implementations in energy systems and emergency response. Publications: Over 45 papers (including 15 journal articles) and 5 book chapters, with a focus on energy disaggregation, evacuation algorithms, and semantic web composition. His work demonstrates expertise in applying advanced techniques like GANs for data generation and reinforcement learning for adaptive planning. Awards: 2025 ACM SIGMOD Test-of-Time Award for contributions to time-series clustering Advising & Grants: Active in guiding PhD candidates (as per recent calls) and coordinating projects like the IRIS RISK PARADIGM for industrial safety. His work involves developing smart university platforms for energy monitoring and collaborating on EU-funded initiatives. Labs & Teams: Member of the Intelligent Systems Lab at AUTh, contributing to projects like the BOnSAI ontology for smart buildings and the IRISPortal for risk management. He also coordinates the Hellenic Artificial Intelligence Society and chairs conferences like SETN 2016.

Dimitrios MichailView profile

Associate Professor

• Algorithms
• Graph Algorithms
• Machine Learning
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Dimitrios Michail is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Telecommunications at Harokopio University. He holds a Diploma in Electronic Engineering and Computer Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Crete, a Master's in Computer Science, and a Ph.D. in Algorithms from the Max-Planck Institute for Computer Science. His research focuses on algorithms for modern computational models, graph algorithms, machine learning, and their applications in computer vision, wildfire prediction, and social network analytics. He has been involved in European projects like TELEIOS and DeepCube. His work intersects earth observation, autonomous systems, and AI-driven solutions for environmental challenges. Recent research includes Earth-as-a-Graph frameworks for wildfire forecasting and novel datasets for InSAR analysis. He has contributed to libraries like JGraphT and JHeaps, emphasizing algorithmic efficiency and open-source tools. Michail's publications span graph theory, deep learning, and remote sensing applications, with a focus on real-world problems like flood mapping and fake news detection. He has collaborated on projects addressing urban mobility, public transport optimization, and disaster preparedness through spatio-temporal modeling.

Vilelmini KalabratsidouView profile

Academic

• Wearable Computing
• Biosignals
• Cognitive Computing
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Vilelmini Kalabratsidou is an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of the Aegean’s Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering on Syros. Her work bridges cognitive computing, wearable technology, and performing arts, focusing on designing interfaces that augment human bodily signals (e.g., heart activity) into interactive experiences. She holds a PhD in Cognitive Computing from Rutgers University (USA) and a dance degree from the Athens Conservatory. Education: PhD in Computer Science (Cognitive Computing), Rutgers University, 2018 MSc in Electronic & Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete, 2012 Dance Diploma, Athens Conservatory Dance Department Research Interests: Wearable biosensors, real-time biofeedback systems, embodied interaction in dance, data-driven artistic creation, and neuroplasticity interfaces. Her projects often involve collaborative art-science initiatives like the Transition to 8 project, blending social data with music/visual art. Key Contributions: Developed co-adaptive interfaces using heart rate data to steer dance performances and pioneered methods for analyzing bodily signals during social interactions (e.g., sociodrama studies). Her work has been showcased at conferences like Movement and Computing (MOCO) and published in journals like Wearable Technologies and Sensors . Awards: Qualcomm Innovation Fellowship Finalist (2016), Student Entrepreneurship Grand (2011 for a one-button communication system). Labs & Collaborations: Collaborated with Rutgers’ Sensory-Motor Integration Lab, Athena Research Center, and the University of Peloponnese. Active in transdisciplinary projects fusing art, tech, and psychology.

Michael PapoutsidakisView profile

Professor

• Automatic Control Systems
• Mechatronics
• Industrial Automation
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Professor Michael Papoutsidakis is affiliated with the Department of Industrial Design and Production Engineering at the University of West Attica. His academic career spans research in industrial automation, mechatronics, and intelligent control systems, with a focus on applications in hydraulic/pneumatic systems, robotics, and Industry 4.0 technologies. PhD from Bristol Robotics Laboratory (2004) MSc in Automatic Control Systems from University of the West of England (2004) Graduated from TEI Piraeus Automation Engineering (2000) His research interests include: Modeling of fluid power systems AI-driven control algorithms Smart logistics and ERP systems Embedded systems for motion devices Autonomous robotic platforms Wireless sensor networks in industrial applications Recent publications highlight his work at the intersection of 3D printing, robotics, and Industry 4.0, including advancements in digital twins, biomimetic manufacturing, and drone technology. His research emphasizes practical implementations for industrial and educational contexts. 2005 Patent for robotic training base 2025 Digital Twin Systems research 2024 UAV fuzzy control systems Contact: mipapou@uniwa.gr

• Smart Textiles
• Occupational Safety
• Ergonomics
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George Priniotakis is a Professor in the Department of Industrial Production Systems at the University of West Attica. He specializes in innovative textile technologies for multifunctional clothing, with a focus on medical and military applications, wearable sensors, and sustainable materials. His work bridges engineering, ergonomics, and environmental stewardship. University of Leeds – M.Sc. in Fiber Science and Technology (1992) University of Ghent – PhD in Conductive Textile Materials His research interests include: Smart systems using conductive textiles Risk management via wearable sensors Recyclable yarn development Innovative educational tools for engineering Professor Priniotakis has led numerous research projects as a scientific director and coordinator, participated in over 100 international conferences, and maintains an H-index of 12. He serves as President of the Organizing Committee for the biennial AITAE conference.

• Signal Processing
• Computer Vision
• Robotics
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Petros Maragos is a Professor at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, where he directs the Division of Signals, Control and Robotics. He founded the Computer Vision, Speech Communication & Signal Processing Lab (1999) and the Hellenic Robotics Center of Excellence (2025). His research spans signal processing, computer vision, robotics, and machine learning, with 450+ publications and leadership in 50+ EU/Greek/US projects. Education includes a Dipl.Ing. from NTUA (1980), M.Sc./Ph.D. from Georgia Tech (1982/1985), and faculty positions at Harvard University (1985-1993) and Georgia Tech (1993-1998). Research Focus: Multimodal perception, nonlinear systems, assistive robotics, and deep learning. Recent work integrates tropical geometry with neural networks, robotic healthcare applications, and sign language technologies. Articles emphasize neural architectures, real-world robotics, and AI for social good. Awards: IEEE Fellow (1995), EURASIP Fellow (2010) IEEE W.R.G. Baker Prize (1995) NSF Presidential Young Investigator Award (1987-1992) CVPR/PETRA Best Paper Awards (2022-2025) Advising & Grants: Supervised 30+ PhDs and 130+ Master's students. Secured funding from EU Horizon 2020, NSF, and Greek national programs for projects like i-Walk (robotic mobility) and e-Prevention (mental health monitoring). Labs: Leads NTUA's Intelligent Robotics Lab and co-founded the Robotics Institute at Athena Research Center, focusing on human-robot interaction and perception systems.