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Paris PamfilosView profile

Associate Professor

• Geometry
• Euclidean Geometry
• Differential Geometry
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Paris Pamfilos is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Crete, specializing in Geometry, particularly Euclidean and Differential Geometry, with significant contributions to Dynamic Geometry through his software development. Born in Athens, Greece, he completed his PhD in Differential Geometry under Prof. Peter Dombrowski after studies in Athens, Bonn, and Cologne. He has held academic positions at multiple European universities including Bonn, Cologne, Essen, and the University of Cyprus as a visiting professor. His research interests span Euclidean Geometry, Differential Geometry, Lie Groups, and the intersection of geometry with computer programming. Pamfilos has made significant contributions to Dynamic Geometry through his software creations - Isoptikon® since 1996 and its dynamic successor EucliDraw®. His research focuses on geometric constructions, conic sections, triangle geometry, quadrilaterals, and related theorems. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate continued active research in classical geometry topics including circle configurations, triangle centers, projective geometry, and geometric transformations. His work often bridges traditional synthetic geometry with computational approaches. His scholarly output shows consistent focus on plane geometry problems with increasing sophistication in geometric constructions and theoretical foundations. Pamfilos has taught mathematics for over thirty years, covering subjects including Euclidean Geometry, Hyperbolic Geometry, Differential Geometry, Linear Algebra, Group Theory, Lie-Group Theory, Algebra, Analysis, Calculus, Complex Calculus, Differential Equations, Topology, Algebraic Topology, and programming in Fortran, C, and C++. He is also the author of several books including "Geometrikon" (2016) and "Lectures on Euclidean Geometry" (Volumes 1 and 2, 2024), with most publications appearing in specialized geometry journals such as Forum Geometricorum, International Journal of Geometry, and Journal of Classical Geometry.

Ioannis EmirisView profile

Professor

• Computational Geometry
• Algebraic Algorithms
• Robotics
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Ioannis Z. Emiris is a Professor in the Department of Informatics & Telecoms at the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens and concurrently serves as President and General Director of the ATHENA Research Center in Greece. He holds a BSc in Computer Science from Princeton University (1989) and a PhD in Computer Science from UC Berkeley (1994). His research spans computational geometry, algebraic algorithms, robotics, structural bioinformatics, and optimization. He is a leading expert in sparse elimination theory, geometric modeling, and algorithmic algebra. Affiliations: ATHENA Research Center, National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, INRIA Sophia Antipolis (France via joint AROMATH team). Education: BSc (Princeton), PhD (UC Berkeley). Research Interests Emiris's work focuses on geometric algorithms, algebraic systems, and their applications. His contributions include advancements in sparse elimination theory, computational geometry for high-dimensional data, and robotics. He has developed algorithms for polynomial system solving, Voronoi diagrams, and geometric predicates for ellipses. Articles Overview His recent work bridges theoretical advances with practical applications, such as deep learning for protein structure prediction (HydraProt) and geometric algorithms for high-dimensional data analysis. He explores intersections between algebraic geometry and computational methods, with applications ranging from robotics to bioinformatics. Scientific Awards Best Paper Award at ISSAC 2003 and 2010 MSCA Network GRAPES (2019-2023) Advising & Grants Emiris has supervised numerous students and researchers, contributing to interdisciplinary projects. He has secured grants for initiatives like the GRAPES network and has led teams in algorithm design and geometric software development. His work on MARS (Maple/Matlab/C Resultant-Based Solver) exemplifies his focus on practical algorithm implementation. Labs & Teams He directs the Lab of Geometric & Algebraic Algorithms and collaborates with the AROMATH team at INRIA. His research group develops open-source tools for computational geometry and algebraic computations.

• Numerical analysis
• Partial differential equations
• Fluid mechanics
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Dr. Jean-Christophe Nave is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at McGill University. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Santa Barbara (2004), under advisors Xu-Dong Liu and Sanjoy Banerjee. Prior to McGill, he served as a Lecturer and Instructor at MIT's Mathematics Department (2005-2010). His research focuses on numerical analysis, partial differential equations, fluid mechanics, and computational methods for interface problems. He has led research groups involving postdocs, PhD, and undergraduate students, collaborating on projects like the Correction Function Method for PDEs and the Characteristic Mapping Method for advection problems. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from UCSB (2004). Affiliations include the Institut des Sciences Mathematiques Steering Committee, Centre de Recherches Mathematiques Applied Math Lab, and CNRS-UMI. Active in teaching courses like Numerical Analysis I/II and Non-Linear Dynamics at McGill, with sabbatical periods noted in recent years. Research interests span numerical methods for PDEs, fluid-structure interaction, and multi-phase flows. His work integrates computational geometry and invariant numerical techniques, addressing challenges in complex fluid dynamics and interface-driven phenomena. Over 40 peer-reviewed publications and continuous contributions to the field of computational applied mathematics. Scientific advising includes over 20 graduate and undergraduate students, with notable alumni now in academia and industry. Collaborations include projects on volcano dynamics, fiber drawing instabilities, and concentrated solar power systems. His methods have advanced numerical simulations for engineering and physical systems involving discontinuous coefficients and sharp interfaces.

Christos MakrisView profile

Associate Professor

• Data Structures
• Information Retrieval
• Data Mining
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Christos Makris is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics at the University of Patras, Greece. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to computer science, particularly in data structures, algorithms, and information systems. He maintains active research collaborations and supervises graduate students in his areas of expertise. Dr. Makris's research spans several key areas in computer science with a strong focus on efficient data organization and processing. His work encompasses Data Structures , Information Retrieval , Data Mining , String Management and Processing Algorithms , Computational Geometry , Internet Technologies , Bioinformatics , and Multimedia Databases . His interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications across various domains including web technologies, bioinformatics, and emergency response systems. Analysis of Dr. Makris's publication record reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on efficient algorithms for information management. His work demonstrates evolution from foundational data structure research in the 1990s to more applied work in web technologies, social media analysis, and machine learning applications in recent years. A notable pattern is his ability to adapt core algorithmic techniques to emerging application domains while maintaining theoretical rigor. Dr. Makris maintains an impressive scholarly record with over 3,000 citations, an h-index of 29, and an i10-index of 71 according to Google Scholar metrics. These indicators reflect the significant impact of his research within the computer science community. As an active faculty member, Dr. Makris maintains regular office hours on Tuesdays from 18:00-20:00 and Thursdays from 12:00-14:00. He is accessible via email at makri@ceid.upatras.gr or makri@upatras.gr for academic inquiries and student supervision.

Laxman DhulipalaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Parallel Algorithms
• Graph Processing
• Parallel Graph Algorithms
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Laxman Dhulipala serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Maryland, College Park, while also working as a research scientist at Google Research with the Graph Mining team. Dr. Dhulipala earned his Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University under Guy Blelloch's supervision and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at MIT with Julian Shun. His research centers on efficient parallel algorithms, particularly for parallel clustering and graph processing, along with developing computational models for emerging hardware technologies. His scholarly output demonstrates significant expertise across parallel computing domains, with particular emphasis on scalable graph algorithms, dynamic data structures, and computational geometry. Dr. Dhulipala's work bridges theoretical computer science with practical systems implementation, producing algorithms that achieve both theoretical optimality and real-world performance. His research group has made substantial contributions to benchmarking frameworks including the Graph Based Benchmark Suite (GBBS) and ParClusterers Benchmark Suite, establishing standardized evaluation methods for graph processing systems. The collective work shows progression from theoretical foundations to practical implementations that handle massive-scale datasets. Best Paper Award at SPAA 2022 Best Paper Runner Up at VLDB 2022 Distinguished Paper Award at PLDI 2019 Memorable Paper Award Finalist at NVMW'20 CMU's SCS Dissertation Award Honorable Mention As an educator, Dr. Dhulipala mentors numerous graduate students while teaching advanced courses in algorithm design and parallel computing. His research collaborations span multiple institutions including Carnegie Mellon University, MIT, and Google Research, reflecting his position at the intersection of academia and industry research.

Efthymios N. KaratzasView profile

Assistant Professor

• Numerical Analysis
• Computational Mathematics
• Optimal Control
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Efthymios N. Karatzas serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Faculty of Sciences, within the Computer Science and Numerical Analysis Section. He maintains an active research profile in computational mathematics with strong institutional affiliations including collaborations with SISSA mathLab and FORTH Institute of Applied and Computational Mathematics. His academic credentials include: PhD in Mathematics, National Technical University of Athens (2015) Master's in Applied Mathematical Sciences – Computational Mathematics, NTUA (2009) Master's in Applied Mathematics, University of Patras (2001) Bachelor's in Mathematics (Computational Mathematics), University of Patras (1999) Dr. Karatzas' research program centers on advanced numerical techniques for partial differential equations , with pioneering work in reduced order modeling , embedded boundary methods , and optimal control systems . His expertise spans computational fluid dynamics, uncertainty quantification, and biomechanical applications, characterized by methodological innovation in handling geometrically complex domains through cut finite element approaches and shifted boundary formulations. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a cohesive research trajectory focused on developing efficient numerical frameworks for parametrized PDE systems. His work consistently bridges theoretical rigor with practical implementation, particularly in advancing reduced basis methods for fluid-structure interaction and biological modeling, demonstrating significant contributions to computational mathematics through high-impact journal publications. No major scientific awards are documented in the available sources. Dr. Karatzas demonstrates research leadership through project management roles including Scientific Manager for the ELIDEK project at NTUA (2019-2021) and Project Manager for the European Social Fund HEaD initiative at SISSA (2017-2019). His grant administration experience encompasses coordinating interdisciplinary teams and securing external funding for computational mathematics research. He maintains active collaborations with the SISSA mathLab in Trieste (particularly with Prof. Gianluigi Rozza's group) and the FORTH Institute in Crete, participating in international workshops including the Reduced Order Methods in CFD Summer School (2019) and SIAM UQ conferences. His research network spans computational mathematics groups across Europe with emphasis on advancing numerical methodologies for real-world engineering and biological applications.

Georgios ZourarisView profile

Professor

• Numerical Analysis
• Finite Element Methods
• Stochastic Partial Differential Equations
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Georgios Zouraris is a Professor at the University of Crete, where he has maintained an active research profile since earning his Ph.D. from the same institution in 1995. His work is centered in the School of Science and Engineering, focusing on advanced computational mathematics with applications in physics and engineering. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of Crete, 1995 Professor Zouraris specializes in the development and rigorous analysis of numerical methods for partial differential equations. His research spans finite element and finite difference techniques for nonlinear Schrödinger equations, logarithmic heat equations, and stochastic PDEs with space-time white noise. Key contributions include error estimation frameworks for relaxation schemes, convergence analysis of Crank-Nicolson methods, and efficiency improvements for multilevel Monte Carlo simulations. His theoretical work consistently addresses singular nonlinearities and complex domain geometries, bridging mathematical rigor with computational practicality. Analysis of his 2020-2025 publications reveals a sustained focus on high-accuracy numerical schemes for challenging PDEs, particularly those involving logarithmic singularities and stochastic forcing. Recent work demonstrates increasing sophistication in handling noncylindrical domains and coupling strategies, with applications ranging from quantum systems to material science. The publications show consistent emphasis on provable convergence rates and computational efficiency. Information regarding student advising, research grants, and laboratory facilities is not documented in the available sources. His active publication record through 2025 indicates ongoing research leadership in computational mathematics.

Archontia C. GiannopoulouView profile

Associate Professor

• Graph Algorithms
• Structural Graph Theory
• Parameterized Algorithms and Complexity
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Archontia C. Giannopoulou is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece. Her research focuses on Graph Algorithms, Structural Graph Theory, and Parameterized Algorithms and Complexity. She explores advanced topics such as matching minors, tree-cut width, immersion minors, and kernelization. Her work emphasizes algorithmic design and structural graph theory with applications in combinatorial optimization. Giannopoulou’s academic contributions include seminal papers on edge deletion problems, cutwidth obstructions, and polynomial kernelization. Notable publications include studies on bipartite graphs and their structural properties, as well as algorithmic advancements in parameterized complexity. Her research bridges theoretical foundations with practical algorithmic solutions. Her contact information includes an email at archontia.giannopoulou@gmail.com and a postal address at the University of Athens. Her work spans international collaborations, reflected in co-authored articles with leading researchers in the field.

Nikos GiatrakosView profile

Assistant Professor

• Big Data Management
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Distributed Systems
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Nikos Giatrakos is an Assistant Professor at the School of Electronic & Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete, and a core member of the Software Technology and Network Applications Lab (SoftNet) . His work bridges Big Data systems, IoT, and advanced analytics, with a focus on real-time processing and scalable architectures. Previously, he served as a postdoctoral researcher at the same laboratory. Education PhD in Computer Science, University of Piraeus (2012) Postgraduate Diploma in Information Systems, Athens University of Economics and Business (2008) BSc in Computer Science, University of Piraeus (2006) Research Focus : Nikos specializes in software architectures for Big Data streaming, including Distributed Big Data Processing , Federated Machine Learning , Cloud-to-Edge Data Management , and Approximate Query Processing . His work has also advanced Complex Event Processing and Outlier Detection in decentralized environments. Scientific Contributions : His research has led to the DAG* workflow optimizer for IoT, the SuBiTO framework for real-time neural learning, and the INFORE approach for cross-platform analytics. He received the Best System Demonstration Award at ACM CIKM 2020 for INforE. Academic Leadership : Nikos teaches Object-Oriented Programming, Data Science, and Distributed Systems. He has supervised numerous European and national grants as Principal Investigator and served on program committees for top-tier conferences like SIGMOD, VLDB, and DEBS.

Dimitrios BetsakosView profile

Professor

• Complex Analysis
• Dynamic Theory
• Geometric Function Theory
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Dimitrios Betsakos is a Professor at the Department of Mathematics , Aristotle University of Thessaloniki , Greece. His academic journey began with a degree in Mathematics (1990) from Aristotle University, followed by a PhD in Mathematics (1996) from Washington University in St. Louis. He has held various academic positions, including Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Helsinki (1998-1999), Visiting Assistant Professor roles at Aristotle University and the University of Crete (1999-2002), and progressively advanced to Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor at Aristotle University (2002-). His research focuses on Complex Analysis , Dynamic Theory , and Geometric Function Theory , exploring topics like harmonic measure, symmetrization, and hyperbolic geometry. His work connects analysis with probability, particularly through Brownian motion and Markov processes. The 15 most recent publications (2004-2021) span geometric versions of Schwarz’s lemma, harmonic measure, hyperbolic metrics, and condenser capacity. These studies often involve collaborations and address extremal problems, inequalities, and applications of complex analysis to differential equations. He has supervised numerous doctoral and postgraduate students, including Kelgiannis Georgios , Tsantaris Athanasios , and Sachpazis Stylianos , guiding research on topics like holomorphic functions, geometric transformations, and hyperbolic metrics. His teaching includes courses on Real Analysis and Complex Analysis. Current research projects include geometric versions of Schwarz’s lemma under hyperbolic metrics and capacity estimation problems, reflecting his long-term engagement with conformal invariants and analytic number theory.

• Poisson Geometry and Symplectic Geometry
• Integral Systems
• Lie Algebroids and Lie Groupoids
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Petalidou Fani serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the Faculty of Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki since July 2015, following her appointment as Lecturer at the same institution from 2012-2015. Her academic career includes significant international experience as Postdoctoral Researcher at Institut de Mathématiques de Jussieu (1998-2000) and Centro de Matemática de Universidade de Coimbra (2000-2001), along with teaching positions at University of Peloponnese, University of Cyprus, and University of Macedonia. Her educational qualifications include: Ph.D. in Mathematics from Institut de Mathématiques de Jussieu, Université Pierre et Marie Curie – Paris VI (1998) M.Sc. in Mathematics from Université Paris Sud, Orsay (1992) B.Sc. in Mathematics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1988) Dr. Petalidou specializes in advanced geometric structures with applications in mathematical physics, focusing on Poisson and Symplectic Geometry, Integral Systems, Lie Algebroids/Groupoids, and Courant Algebroids/Dirac Structures. Her research explores the differential geometric foundations of mechanical systems and integrability, particularly through bihamiltonian structures and twisted geometries. She employs sophisticated techniques from global analysis and Lie theory to investigate quantization problems and structural properties of non-standard geometric manifolds. Her publication record (2000-2012) reveals a consistent trajectory in geometric mathematical physics, with increasing sophistication in handling twisted structures and integration problems. The works demonstrate progressive deepening from symplectization of bihamiltonian systems to Casimir-preserving Poisson brackets, reflecting evolving expertise in manipulating complex geometric constraints while maintaining physical relevance for mechanical systems.

John PaparrizosView profile

Assistant Professor

• Databases
• Data Science
• Machine Learning
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John Paparrizos is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at The Ohio State University's College of Engineering, where he directs The DATUM Lab (Data Analytics, Understanding, Mining, and Management Lab). He maintains an adjunct affiliation with the School of Informatics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. His research spans databases, data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence , with focus areas including: Time-series analysis (clustering, anomaly detection) Scalable data mining for structured/unstructured data Adaptive algorithms for resource-constrained environments Foundational technologies for data-intensive applications His work addresses real-world challenges across relational, time-series, multimedia, text, graph, web, and IoT data domains. Notable recognition includes: 2025 ACM SIGMOD Test-of-Time Award for k-Shape time-series clustering 2023 IEEE TCDE Rising Star Award ACM SIGMOD Research Highlight Award NetApp Faculty Award His research has been featured in New York Times (front page), Washington Post , Forbes , and adopted by Fortune 500 companies (Exelon, Nokia) and the European Space Agency. He actively serves on program committees for premier conferences including ACM SIGMOD, VLDB, IEEE ICDE, ACM SIGKDD, and NeurIPS. His open-source tools have exceeded 100,000 downloads and are integrated into academic curricula at Brown, Columbia, Purdue, and University of Chicago.

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Coordination Chemistry
• Bioinorganic Chemistry
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Ioannis Plakatouras is Professor of Inorganic Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Ioannina, Greece, where he has held an uninterrupted academic career since 1997, progressing from Assistant Professor to full Professor in 2011. He leads the Laboratory of Magnetochemistry, has co-supervised numerous MSc and PhD students, and has participated in several national and European research programmes. Education B.Sc. in Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Ioannina, 1988 – Grade: Very Good Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Ioannina, 1992 – Grade: Excellent (supervisor: Assist. Prof. Spiros P. Perlepes) Research interests His research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of coordination compounds , spanning from classic Werner-type complexes to extended coordination polymers and metal–organic frameworks. A major theme is bioinorganic chemistry , investigating the interaction of essential (Cu²⁺, Zn²⁺) and toxic (Ni²⁺) metal ions with peptide fragments derived from histones and enzymes. Complementary work targets the design of Gd(III) and lanthanide complexes as MRI contrast agents and the study of magnetochemical properties of transition-metal and lanthanide systems. Research output & trends With over 65 peer-reviewed publications, his work shows a clear evolution from fundamental synthetic and structural studies of mononuclear complexes (late 1980s–1990s) to the construction of multi-dimensional coordination polymers and supramolecular architectures (2000s–2010s). Recent articles increasingly integrate computational chemistry and explore functional materials with potential biomedical applications, reflecting a strategic shift towards translational inorganic chemistry. Awards & fellowships NFWO Post-doctoral Fellowship, Belgium, July 1989 National Hellenic Research Foundation Fellowship, Sep 1989 – Aug 1990 SERC Post-doctoral Fellowship, United Kingdom, Mar 1993 – Feb 1996 Advising & grants He has directed 10 MSc theses and 4 PhD theses, and served on 10 additional PhD supervisory committees. Funding has been secured through HERACLITUS (2003–2007) , COST Action D18 (2000–2006) , EPEAEK & EPEAEK II “Bioinorganic Chemistry” , and regional “PEP” Epirus programmes. Laboratories & teams Since 1999 he has been Scientific Coordinator of the Laboratory of Magnetochemistry , University of Ioannina, managing instrumentation for magnetic susceptibility and EPR measurements. He is also a member of the Scientific Committee of the Laboratory of X-ray Crystallography, facilitating single-crystal and powder diffraction studies.

Milios KonstantinosView profile

Associate Professor

• 3d Metal Complexes
• 4f Metal Complexes
• 3d-4f Metal Complexes
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Milios Konstantinos is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry, University of Crete. He holds a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry (2004) from the University of Patras and has conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Birmingham (2004-2005) and the University of Edinburgh (2005-2007). His academic career includes promotion to Associate Professor in 2016 after serving as Assistant Professor since 2009. Education: BSc in Chemistry (University of Patras, 1998) MSc in Bioinorganic Chemistry (University of Ioannina, 2000) PhD in Inorganic Chemistry (University of Patras, 2004) Dr. Milios specializes in synthetic inorganic chemistry with a focus on molecular magnetism, single molecule magnets, and hybrid materials. His research explores the magnetic properties of 3d, 4f, and 3d-4f metal complexes, including unique magnetic chains and enzyme active site models. He leads the Laboratory of Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry and collaborates with institutions like the University of Edinburgh, University of Glasgow, and Universidad de Zaragoza. Key publication trends include coordination chemistry of heterometallic systems, magnetic relaxation phenomena, and nanoscale molecular architectures. His work has appeared in journals such as Dalton Transactions and Chemical Communications . Collaborations: Prof. Euan K. Brechin (University of Edinburgh) Prof. Marco Evangelisti (ICMA, Zaragoza) Prof. Tadeusz Lis (University of Wroclaw) Prof. Mark Murrie (University of Glasgow) Dr. Vassilis Tangoulis (University of Patras) Dr. Giannis Papaefstathiou (University of Athens) Dr. Demetrios I. Tzimopoulos (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki) Contact: Office C316, Laboratory C320, Phone +302810545099, Email komil@chemistry.uoc.gr

Garofalakis MinosView profile

Professor

• Database Systems
• Data Streams
• Big Data Analytics
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Minos Garofalakis is a Professor of Computer Science at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) of the Technical University of Crete (TUC), where he directs the Software Technology and Network Applications Laboratory (SoftNet). He is also the Director of the Information Management Systems Institute (IMSI) at the Athena Research and Innovation Centre in Athens. Previously, he held roles at Yahoo! Research, Intel Research Berkeley, and Bell Laboratories, and was an Adjunct Associate Professor at UC Berkeley. Education: He earned a BSc in Computer Engineering from the University of Patras (1992), followed by MSc (1994) and PhD (1998) in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Research Interests: His work focuses on Big Data analytics , including database systems, data streams, approximate query processing, probabilistic databases, and secure/private data analytics. Key areas include distributed stream processing, data synopses, and machine learning applications. He has authored over 150 papers and holds 29 patents, with an h-index of 63 and 13,500+ citations. Recent Work Trends: His recent articles emphasize scalable stream analytics (e.g., OmniSketch), privacy-preserving techniques, and distributed event processing. He explores challenges in handling high-velocity data streams, uncertainty in databases, and real-world applications like healthcare analytics. Scientific Awards: ACM Fellow (2018), IEEE Fellow (2017), TUC Excellence Award (2015), and multiple patents from Bell Labs/Yahoo/AT&T. Advising & Grants: He led EU projects such as FERARI, LEADS, and The Human Brain Project. His lab, SoftNet, develops tools for extreme-scale analytics and declarative networking. Current work includes interactive cross-platform analytics (Infore) and AI-driven medical data systems. Labs/Teams: Director of SoftNet Lab and IMSI. Collaborates with industry partners on distributed systems and privacy-preserving technologies.