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• Natural Product Chemistry
• Pharmacognosy
• Biotechnology
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Associate Professor Nikolas Fokialakis is affiliated with the Department of Pharmacy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specifically within the Section of Pharmacognosy and Chemistry of Natural Products. His academic journey includes a PhD in Pharmacognosy, postdoctoral research at the USDA, and advanced degrees in Pharmacognosy and Pharmacy. His research focuses on natural products from plants, microorganisms, and marine organisms, with emphasis on anti-aging compounds, cosmeceuticals, and bioactive molecule discovery. Notable awards include the Arthur Neish Award (2010) and the ASP Award (2006). He holds editorial roles in international societies and has contributed to over 150 publications. His work integrates biotechnology for sustainable production of bioactive agents and explores microbial biodiversity for drug leads. Teaching responsibilities include courses in Pharmacognosy, Biotechnology, and Pharmaceutical Analysis. Education Highlights: PhD in Pharmacognosy (University of Athens, 2004) Postdoc at USDA Natural Products Lab Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacognosy (2000) Pharmacy Degree (University of Athens, 1998) Research Interests: Isolation of bioactive small molecules from terrestrial and marine sources Anti-aging mechanisms targeting proteostasis Cosmeceutical development using microbial metabolites Phytochemical analysis of Mediterranean plants Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes marine microbiota for anti-aging agents, pyrrolizidine alkaloid profiling, and sustainable bioengineering of microbes for industrial metabolites. Over 150 indexed articles demonstrate cross-disciplinary impact in natural products research. Awards: 2011-2019: Board Member, Society for Medicinal Plant Research ANR Research Committee (2015-2018) OECD Scholarship (2005-2006) Advising & Grants: Active in mentoring graduate students in natural products and biotechnology projects. Leads EU-funded initiatives on microbial diversity exploitation. Collaborates internationally on marine invertebrate chemistry and cosmeceutical development. Labs/Teams: Coordinates the Pharmacognosy and Natural Products Chemistry lab at University of Athens, focusing on metabolomics and bioactive compound discovery pipelines.

• Poultry Nutrition
• Animal Nutrition
• Antioxidants and Oxidative Stress
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Athanasios C. Pappas serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Nutritional Physiology and Feeding at the Agricultural University of Athens, Greece. His academic trajectory includes appointments as Lecturer (2010) and Assistant Professor (2016) with research emphasizing sustainable poultry nutrition systems and physiological mechanisms. His educational qualifications include: BSc in Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural University of Athens (2002) PhD in Poultry Nutrition, University of Glasgow (2006) Dr. Pappas' research centers on poultry antioxidant systems, trace element metabolism (particularly selenium), and circular economy applications for food waste in animal diets. Key investigations address antioxidant-pro-oxidant balance, maternal nutrition impacts on offspring development, mycotoxin mitigation, and elemental fingerprinting for food authentication. His work bridges fundamental nutritional physiology with practical agricultural sustainability challenges. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on valorizing food waste streams for animal feed, with multiple studies analyzing safety parameters and quality outcomes in pig and poultry production. Concurrent research explores trace element interactions—especially selenium-zinc-cadmium dynamics—in enhancing product quality and mitigating toxicity. He has directly supervised 2 PhD and 8 MSc students while serving on committees for 10 PhD and 6 MSc candidates, in addition to mentoring over 150 undergraduate researchers. His research portfolio includes coordination of 3 projects, deputy coordination of 4, and participation in 19 funded initiatives spanning nutritional physiology and sustainable feed development. Dr. Pappas conducts experimental work through the Laboratory of Nutritional Physiology & Feeding at the Agricultural University of Athens, utilizing specialized facilities for poultry nutrition trials, antioxidant analysis, and feed formulation studies.

Mikros EmmanuelView profile

Professor

• NMR Spectroscopy
• Molecular Structure Analysis
• Structure Based Drug Design
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Mikros Emmanuel is a Professor in the Section of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the University of Athens , affiliated with the Faculty of Pharmacy and Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry . His academic career spans decades, with significant contributions to pharmaceutical chemistry and metabolomics. Education : Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry (1988, 1984), Université PARIS XI; Diploma in Chemistry (1983), University of Athens. His research focuses on NMR spectroscopy, molecular structure analysis of biologically active compounds, structure-based drug design, and metabolomics. He has pioneered methods integrating NMR with computational tools for drug discovery and biomarker identification. Recent publications highlight his work in NMR-MS heterocovariance for drug screening, metabolomics in diagnostics, virtual screening for kinase inhibitors, and computational approaches in understanding metabolic disorders. Scientific Awards : DAAD Fellowship (Germany, 1996), Marie Curie Fellowship (European, 1994), CIES Fellowship (France, 1993), National Foundation Scholarship (ΙΚΥ Greece, 1985-88). He has taught undergraduate and graduate courses such as Inorganic Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Organic Spectroscopy, and Drug Design, while leading research initiatives in pharmaceutical chemistry and related fields.

• Field crops
• Medicinal and Aromatic plants (MAPs)
• Crop resilience to abiotic stress
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Professor Garyfalia Economou holds a prominent position at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA) as Director of the Institute for the Research and Marketing of Medicinal Aromatic Plants and a member of the Faculty of Crop Science. Her research focuses on crop resilience to abiotic stress, sustainable agriculture, and integrated weed management. She has led 45 funded projects, including 24 as principal investigator, and published extensively across journals and conferences. Her scientific contributions include landmark studies on drought tolerance in cereals, phytoremediation, and archaeological site vegetation management. Awards include the Academy of Athens Award (2008), Excellence in Higher Education (2010), and recognition for mentoring innovative agricultural projects like bio-friendly beer production and herbal tea development. She collaborates internationally with institutions in Croatia, USA, Czech Republic, Turkey, and Israel. Professor Economou has advised 8 PhD and 60 MSc students, contributing to over 70 more as a committee member. Her work spans 77 peer-reviewed articles, 5 monographs, and numerous conference papers. She actively participates in global initiatives like the European Weed Research Society (EWRS), leading its Weed Mapping Working Group.

• Organic Synthesis
• Total Synthesis of Natural Products
• Singlet Oxygen Chemistry
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Georgios Vassilikogiannakis is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Crete, Greece, where he leads innovative research in sustainable organic synthesis. His work focuses on harnessing singlet oxygen chemistry and photochemical methods to develop environmentally benign synthetic routes for complex molecules. Education: PhD in Organic Chemistry, University of Crete (1998) Professor Vassilikogiannakis' research centers on total synthesis of bioactive natural products and the sustainable application of singlet oxygen. His group pioneers continuous flow reactor systems for gas-liquid photochemical reactions, significantly advancing green synthesis principles. Current work integrates photocatalysis, organocatalysis, and singlet oxygen chemistry to construct high-value alkaloid and heterocyclic frameworks with exceptional atom economy. His publication record demonstrates a clear evolution toward multiphotocatalyst cascades and sustainable methodologies, particularly in furan photooxygenation for alkaloid synthesis. Recent work emphasizes sp 3 -rich scaffold construction and bioconjugation techniques, maintaining strong focus on step-economy and environmental impact reduction. Scientific Awards: ERC Consolidator Grant Professor Vassilikogiannakis directs an active research group funded by the European Research Council, mentoring graduate students in advanced synthetic techniques. His laboratory develops novel continuous flow photoreactors and sustainable oxidation methodologies, with applications spanning medicinal chemistry and natural product synthesis. The Vassilikogiannakis Group operates from state-of-the-art laboratories at the University of Crete's Vasilika Vouton campus, specializing in photochemical reaction engineering and cascade sequence design for complex molecule synthesis.

• Food Chemistry
• Food Safety
• Sustainable Food Technologies
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Vasilis Valdramidis is an Associate Professor of Food Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. His research focuses on food safety, sustainable technologies, and the impact of climate change on microbial dynamics in food systems. Affiliation: Department of Chemistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Research Areas: Food chemistry, microbial inactivation, predictive modeling, climate change adaptation Valdramidis utilizes advanced technologies like high-power ultrasound, hydrodynamic cavitation, and cold atmospheric plasma to enhance food preservation while minimizing environmental impact. His work addresses critical challenges in microbial safety, including pathogen adaptation mechanisms and stress response. Recent publications highlight his leadership in quantitative microbial risk assessment (Q4MRA), life cycle analysis of non-thermal technologies, and climate change interactions with dairy safety. He explores astaxanthin stability in food matrices and ultrasonic decontamination efficacy. Key trends in his research include: (1) Non-thermal processing for food safety, (2) Climate change-induced microbial risks, (3) Data-driven modeling for spoilage prediction, and (4) Sustainable innovation in dairy and seafood preservation.

Irene PanderiView profile

Professor

• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• Analytical Chemistry
• Bioanalysis
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Irene Panderi is a Professor of Pharmaceutical Analysis at the Faculty of Pharmacy, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where she leads research in Pharmaceutical Analysis and Analytical Chemistry. She heads the Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis within the Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and has over 20 years of experience in developing analytical methods for drugs, metabolites and bioactive compounds. Education: Degree in Pharmacy, University of Athens (1989) Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Analysis, Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University of Athens (1994) Post-doctoral research in QSAR and stability studies, University of Athens (1994-2000) Certificate of Auditor / Lead Auditor, International Register of Certificate Auditors, London UK (2004) Irene Panderi's research focuses on developing analytical methods for the analysis of drugs, metabolites and bioactive compounds in pharmaceuticals, cosmeceuticals, biological fluids and human tissues. Her work applies to clinical testing, toxicology studies, doping control and quality control of drugs. She has significant expertise in MALDI-TOF imaging mass spectrometry, hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography, and mass spectrometry techniques. Her recent research has expanded into cosmetic safety assessment, where she serves as a member of the European Commission's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS), contributing to numerous scientific opinions on cosmetic ingredients and nanomaterials. Panderi's publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from pharmaceutical analysis toward broader applications in cosmetic safety. Her most recent articles (2024-2025) predominantly focus on SCCS opinions regarding cosmetic ingredients, particularly concerning nanomaterials, UV filters, and fragrance components. This reflects her growing role in regulatory science and consumer safety assessment, while maintaining her analytical chemistry expertise. Scientific Distinctions: State Scholarship Foundation, Athens, Greece (1987-1988) State Scholarship Foundation, Athens – Greece (1990-1993) Member of Editorial Boards for Journal of Applied Bioanalysis, Separations, Chromatographic Research International, and Pharmakeftiki Professor Panderi teaches undergraduate courses including Introduction to Laboratory Practices, Pharmaceutical Legislation and Deontology, Analytical Chemistry 2, Pharmaceutical Analysis 2, and Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis. At the graduate level, she instructs Advanced Pharmaceutical Analysis, Clinical Pharmaceutical Analysis, Stability of Pharmaceutical Products, and Bioanalytical techniques. Her international collaborations include visiting professorships at Uppsala University (2007) and Brown University (2012-2013). She maintains an active research laboratory focused on advanced analytical techniques for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications, with particular emphasis on mass spectrometry and chromatographic methods for complex matrices including biological fluids and human tissues.

• Animal Nutrition
• Pasture Management
• Livestock Production Systems
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Poulopoulou Ioanna is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Animal Production Science, Agricultural University of Athens. She holds a BSc in Agriculture (specializing in pasture management), an MSc from the University of Aberdeen (specializing in secondary plant metabolites in herbivores), and a PhD from AUA on traceability of animal products via plant metabolites. She has conducted research at the Free University of Bolzano on animal production science. Her research focuses on pasture-based livestock systems, plant metabolites’ effects on livestock products, grazing management, and welfare assessment tools for small-scale dairy farms. She leads the Nutrition & Diet Physiology Laboratory, contributing to infrastructure for nutritional trials and feed evaluation. Recent work includes developing welfare benchmarking tools and studying phytochemicals’ anthelmintic potential in livestock. Key articles (2021–2025) explore plant extracts’ effects on parasitic nematodes, dairy cattle welfare metrics, and high-throughput plant breeding for industrial applications. Her work integrates agronomy, animal physiology, and sustainable practices to enhance Mediterranean agroecosystems.

Epaminondas VoutsasView profile

Professor

• Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
• Natural Gas Processing
• Supercritical Fluid Extraction
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Epaminondas Voutsas serves as Professor at the School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), Greece, within the Department of Analysis, Design and Development of Processes and Systems. He leads the Thermodynamics and Transport Phenomena Lab (TTPL), established in 1988, focusing on fundamental chemical engineering research with industrial applications. His primary research spans Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, Natural Gas Processing, Supercritical Fluid Extraction, and sustainable solvent applications including Ionic Liquids and Deep Eutectic Solvents. Key contributions include developing the UMR-PRU model for natural gas dew point prediction, phase equilibrium modeling for reservoir fluids, and green extraction methods for bioactive compounds from algae. His work bridges biotechnology, environmental engineering, and waste-to-energy conversion through thermodynamic principles. Recent publications from the BIOMALGA project (2019-2022) demonstrate significant advances in sustainable extraction of bioactive compounds from micro/macroalgae using green solvents, with applications in anti-aging products and antioxidant development. These studies emphasize environmentally friendly processes using Deep Eutectic Solvents and supercritical CO 2 . As coordinator of the €198,919.55 BIOMALGA project funded by Greece's National Action 'Special Actions', he led collaborative research between NTUA and the University of Ioannina. The project developed green processes for recovering bioactive products from seaweed, involving optimization of microalgae cultivation, magnetic biomass harvesting, and enzymatic modification of extracts. He actively supervises researchers in thermodynamic modeling and sustainable process development. The Thermodynamics and Transport Phenomena Lab (TTPL) specializes in experimental measurements and modeling of complex mixtures including supercritical fluids and ionic liquids. The lab maintains pilot-scale units for supercritical extraction and collaborates with industry on applications in carbon capture, plastics recycling, and environmental pollutant fate prediction. Current research focuses on integrating thermodynamic models with circular economy principles for sustainable industrial processes.

• Nutritional Physiology
• Metabolism
• Elemental Metabolomics
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Evangelos Zoidis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Animal Science, Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), specializing in Nutritional Physiology of Farm Animals. He holds a PhD in Natural Sciences from the University of Zurich (2000) and has held academic roles including Lecturer (2009–2016) and Assistant Professor (2016–2023) before his current position. His research focuses on Nutritional Physiology, Elemental Metabolomics, and Molecular Metabolism. Education: Biochemistry Diploma, University of Zurich (1996) PhD in Natural Sciences, University of Zurich (2000) Postdoctoral Research, University Hospital of Zurich (2000–2002) Research Interests include the nutritional physiology of farm animals, metabolism modulation, and the application of elemental metabolomics to study dietary impacts. His work explores how dietary components influence animal health and product quality, with a focus on poultry and dairy systems. Publications highlight studies on cheese composition, antioxidant effects in broilers, and the use of agro-industrial by-products in sustainable farming. His lab, the Laboratory of Nutritional Physiology & Feeding, focuses on bridging nutritional science with practical agricultural applications. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, but his extensive publication record reflects sustained research contributions. Advising and grants details are not provided in the text. He is affiliated with multiple AUA laboratories, including the Nutrition & Diet Physiology Lab.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Food Chemistry
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Hela Dimitra is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Ioannina. Her research focuses on environmental and analytical chemistry, particularly in the detection and assessment of contaminants in food, water, and agricultural systems. Her work spans pesticide residue analysis, pharmaceutical contamination, and sustainable agricultural practices. Recent publications highlight methodologies like QuEChERS and LC-HRMS for PFAS detection, pesticide fate in aquatic systems, and bioactive compound optimization in crops like quinoa and red beet. Her research has significant implications for environmental risk assessment, food safety, and water quality management, with applications in both Mediterranean and global contexts.

Alibertis DimitriosView profile

Assistant Professor

• Organic Chemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Biochemistry
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Alibertis Dimitrios is an Assistant Professor at the University of Ioannina, specializing in Organic Chemistry and Physicochemical Applications of Bioactive Supramolecular Compounds. His research focuses on drug synthesis, microbial diversity in natural ecosystems, and metabolomics. He holds an office at the Administration Building, Office A227, and can be contacted at aliverti@uoi.gr. Research interests include medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, and environmental microbiology. Recent work explores antiplatelet activity of anticancer drug analogues, SARS-CoV-2 wastewater surveillance, and bacterial diversity in lakes like Lake Pamvotis. His methodologies span NMR spectroscopy, DFT calculations, and synthetic organic chemistry. Publications highlight contributions to drug design (e.g., nilotinib analogues), environmental monitoring, and food chemistry. No awards are explicitly listed, but his work demonstrates significant contributions to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of chemistry and biology.

Polydera AngelikiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Biocatalysis
• Nanobiotechnology
• Enzyme Engineering
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Polydera Angeliki is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering, University of Ioannina. Her research focuses on biocatalysis, nanobiotechnology, and enzyme engineering with applications in sustainable chemistry and food biotechnology. She leads work on enzyme immobilization on nanomaterials, multi-enzyme cascades, and green synthesis of bioactive compounds. Key research interests include designing nanobiocatalysts for efficient biotransformations, developing 3D-printed enzyme reactors, and exploring molecular techniques for food safety. Her studies integrate nanotechnology with biochemical processes to enhance catalytic efficiency and create eco-friendly solutions for industrial applications. Recent publications highlight advancements in graphene-based systems, magnetic nanoparticle-supported enzymes, and biocatalytic approaches for synthesizing antioxidants like hydroxytyrosol. Her work bridges fundamental enzyme science with practical applications in food science, pharmaceuticals, and environmental sustainability.

• Pharmacognosy
• Natural Product Chemistry
• Phytochemistry
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Prof. Tzakou Olga is a Professor in the Department of Pharmacognosy and Chemistry of Natural Products at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She earned her PhD in Pharmacy from the same university in 1988, following her undergraduate degree in Pharmacy (1983). Her teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in Pharmaceutical Botany, Pharmacognosy, and labs, as well as graduate courses on Natural Product Chemistry and Chemical Ecology. Her research focuses on volatile metabolites of aromatic plants, chemotaxonomic studies of plant species, phytochemical analysis of Mediterranean endemics, and evaluating natural products' bioactivity (antimicrobial, antioxidant, insecticidal). She has extensively studied essential oils from Pinus species, Juniperus, Thymus, and other taxa, emphasizing their chemical profiles and practical applications in medicine and pest control. Recent work includes investigations into marine-derived polymers for dental therapies, chemotaxonomic differentiation of plant species, and the antioxidant potential of pine needles. Her publications span over three decades, with a strong emphasis on natural product chemistry and its applications in health and agriculture. No scientific awards are listed. She has advised no formally recorded students, and no grants or lab-specific information is provided. Her work is centered within the university's Department of Pharmacy, contributing to both academic and applied research in pharmacognosy and natural product chemistry.

• Natural Products Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Metabolomics
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Associate Professor Maria Halabalaki is affiliated with the Department of Pharmacognosy and Natural Product Chemistry at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Her academic career includes a PhD in Pharmacy (2005) and extensive training in natural products analysis. She teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in Pharmacognosy, Spectroscopy, and Laboratory Practices. Her research focuses on natural product isolation, metabolomics, and analytical methodologies. Key areas include chromatographic techniques (HPLC, LC-MS), NMR-based structural elucidation, and bioactivity evaluation of plant extracts. Her work explores applications in drug discovery, food quality control, and metabolic profiling. Dr. Halabalaki has received prestigious awards including the Egon Stahl Silver Medal (2015) and the 'Irakleitos' Fellowship (2000-2004). Her lab develops innovative platforms for dereplication and metabolomic analysis, contributing to understanding gut microbiota interactions and phytochemical bioavailability. Her research spans diverse matrices—from cannabis and olive-derived compounds to Mediterranean flora—targeting anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, and anti-leishmanial agents. Current projects include nanoliposomal drug delivery systems and cosmeceutical applications of natural polymers.