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• Soil Science
• Water Resources Management
• Agricultural Chemistry
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Kyriaki Sotirakoglou is a Professor at the Department of Natural Resources Management and Agricultural Engineering , part of the School of Environment and Agricultural Engineering at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA). Her academic work focuses on statistical analysis of experimental data, soil science, water resources management, and agricultural chemistry. She teaches undergraduate courses such as Statistical Analysis of Experimental Data Using Computers (5 teaching units, 6th/8th semester) and Statistics (4 teaching units, 3rd semester). Email: sotirakoglou@aua.gr Research Interests: Her research spans soil salinity assessment using dielectric sensors, modifications of milk quality through rumen-modifying supplements, and the application of statistical methods in agricultural experiments. She has extensively studied the impact of dietary additives like Schizochytrium spp. and Chlorella vulgaris on ruminant physiology, milk composition, and oxidative stability. Publication Trends: Recent work emphasizes sustainable feed strategies, rumen microbiota manipulation, and innovative soil/water monitoring techniques. Her studies frequently intersect agricultural engineering with nutritional biochemistry, particularly in optimizing livestock diets and environmental resource management.

Leonidas AlexopoulosView profile

Professor

• Proteomics
• Biomarker Development
• Biomedical Engineering
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Leonidas Alexopoulos is a Professor at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), affiliated with the School of Mechanical Engineering and the Department of Mechanical Design & Automatic Control. His research focuses on integrating proteomics, computational biology, and biomedical engineering to address complex health challenges, particularly in intervertebral disc degeneration, oncology, and immune-related diseases. Key research areas include biomarker discovery for conditions like multiple sclerosis and sepsis, development of in vitro models for drug testing (e.g., transgenic mouse models for mammary carcinogenesis), and application of machine learning to predict disease progression and therapeutic efficacy. He leads the BIOSYSLAB research group, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to advance regenerative medicine and precision medicine. His work spans from fundamental proteomic studies to translational applications, including the design of biomaterials for tissue engineering and systems pharmacology approaches for drug repurposing. Notable projects include investigating cytokine networks in disc degeneration and biomarkers for periprosthetic joint infections. Dr. Alexopoulos collaborates internationally on initiatives such as crowd-sourced drug target mapping and SARS-CoV-2 serological testing frameworks. His laboratory emphasizes high-throughput proteomic analyses and computational modeling to accelerate therapeutic discovery.

Alexandros Fabio KiliasView profile

Researcher

• 3D Computer Graphics
• Virtual Reality
• Digital Environmental Art
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Alexandros Fabio Kilias is a Researcher affiliated with the Department of Cultural Technology and Communication at the University of the Aegean (i-Lab). He holds a PhD from this institution and is listed as an alumni. His professional background includes work as a 3D Artist specializing in hard surface modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, and animation, emphasizing experience in meeting tight deadlines. Education: PhD: University of the Aegean, Department of Cultural Technology and Communication (2022) MSc: University of Kent, Architectural Visualisation (2014) BSc: Ionian University, Dept. of Audio and Visual Arts (2012) His research interests span cutting-edge digital visualization techniques, including: - Three-dimensional computer graphics - Virtual reality applications - Architectural photorealism - Environmental art in virtual spaces - Advanced 3D modeling and rendering methodologies No academic awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided information. He has no current advisees listed, though his alumni status suggests past involvement with academic programs. His primary research environment is the i-Lab at the University of the Aegean.

Maria RangoussiView profile

Professor

• Digital Signal Processing
• Spectral Analysis
• Pattern Recognition
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Maria Rangoussi is a tenured Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the University of West Attica, where she directs the MSc by Research in Electrical and Electronics Engineering program. Previously, she served as Professor, Head of the Department, and Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at Piraeus University of Applied Sciences (1998–2018). Her academic journey includes a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (1987), an MSc in Digital Signal Processing from the University of Virginia (1990), and a PhD in Digital Signal (Speech) Processing & Pattern Recognition from NTUA (1994). Her research spans Digital Signal Processing, Spectral Analysis, and Pattern Recognition, with applications in Speech/Audio, Environmental, and Biomedical Engineering. Current interests emphasize e-learning technologies, educational data mining, and learning analytics. She has authored/co-authored over 100 publications and two textbooks, focusing on interdisciplinary innovations in engineering education and signal processing. Her recent work explores virtual reality in engineering education, recommender systems for teachers, and green practices in vocational education. Notable contributions include the ESOUNDMAPS project for environmental monitoring via Wireless Acoustic Sensor Networks and the development of web-based platforms for active learning in physics labs. Rangoussi’s pedagogical innovations include blending e-learning with hands-on labs, early prediction of student performance through data mining, and the use of pedagogical agents for enhanced learning. Her research bridges engineering fundamentals with modern educational technologies, addressing both technical and pedagogical challenges in STEM education.

• Theoretical Computer Science
• Graphics
• Artificial Vision
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Theocharis Theocharis is an Associate Professor of Theoretical Computer Science at the University of Athens. His research focuses on Graphics, Artificial Vision, and Biometrics. He holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science from London University (Queen Mary College), an M.Sc. in Computation from Oxford University, and a D.Phil. (PhD) from Oxford University. His professional career includes roles as a Research Fellow at Cambridge University, service in the Greek Navy, and academic positions at NTUA and Andersen Consulting before joining the University of Athens in 1993. His research interests emphasize computational models for visual systems, biometric authentication technologies, and theoretical foundations of computer graphics. Recent work extends into interdisciplinary areas combining computer science with medical diagnostics and bioinformatics. Notable contributions include studies on resistive breathing effects in pulmonary diseases and biomarker discovery in oncology. His publications span translational research in cancer biology, immunotherapy, and exosome-based diagnostics. Key areas of focus include epigenetic regulation in tumors, autophagy mechanisms in sarcomas, and biomarkers for renal and salivary gland malignancies. Dr. Theocharis has collaborated on international projects including the University of Houston Visiting Professorship (2002-2003). His work bridges theoretical computer science with medical applications, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to solving complex biological and clinical problems.

• Computer Graphics
• Computer Vision
• Machine Learning
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Evangelos Kalogerakis is an Associate Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the Technical University of Crete . He was previously a tenured Associate Professor at the College of Information and Computer Sciences of the University of Massachusetts Amherst , where he started as an Assistant Professor in 2012. His research focuses on graphics and vision algorithms powered by Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence to create and process 3D visual representations, including models of objects, scenes, animations, and geometric data. PhD in Computer Science from the University of Toronto (2010) Postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University (2010-2012) His work has been supported by European Research Council (ERC) Consolidator Grant and National Science Foundation (NSF) grants . He has served as Area Chair for major conferences (CVPR, ICCV, NIPS) and as Associate Editor for journals like IEEE TPAMI and TVCG . He was listed among the most cited computer graphics scholars globally. Email: kalogerakis@tuc.gr Personal website: https://kalo-ai.github.io

• Graphic Design
• Extended Reality (XR)
• 3D Animation
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Konstantinou Nikolaos (PhD, University of Ioannina) is a member of the Laboratory Teaching Staff in three-dimensional representations at the Department of Fine Arts and Art Sciences, University of Ioannina. He holds a PhD in virtual worlds, gamification, and game-based learning, and a Master’s in Virtual Communities from Panteion University.

• Food Engineering
• Food Chemistry
• Food Processing
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Professor Vaios Karathanos is a faculty member at Harokopio University since 2004, specializing in Physical Chemistry and Food Engineering. He teaches courses in Food Chemistry, Food Physical Chemistry, and Thermodynamics, while also contributing to postgraduate programs at other institutions. His research focuses on food process design (e.g., air drying, freeze drying), physical properties of foods, encapsulation techniques, and nutritional evaluation of fruits and starch products. Notably, he has extensively studied Greek export products like Corinthian raisins and legumes. Prior to academia, he worked in the Food Industry in Greece and the USA from 1990 to 2000. Education: He earned a Diploma in Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (1984), followed by an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Food Science from Rutgers University (1988-1990). His research has been funded by national/EU grants and industry, overseeing over 30 projects with an 8 M€ budget. He has supervised 7 completed PhD theses and contributed to 4 others. Research highlights include green extraction methods, rheological modeling of food pastes, and the health impacts of functional foods. His work spans food technology, nutritional science, and sustainable agriculture, with a strong emphasis on applying scientific insights to improve food quality and human health.

• 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.