Dr. Josephina Antoniou is an Associate Professor in Computing and Deputy Head of the School of Sciences at UCLan Cyprus. She holds a PhD in Computer Science (University of Cyprus, 2010), MSc in Advanced Computer Technologies (University of Cyprus, 2004), and BA in Computer Science & Mathematics (Wartburg College, 2002). Her roles include Course Leader for MSc Computing and Chair of the University Ethics Subcommittee (2021–2024). She is a Senior Member of ACM and IEEE, and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Her research focuses on Quality of Experience (QoE) in communication networks, AI ethics, and emerging technologies like IoT and 5G. Notable research interests include ethical implications of AI, responsible innovation, and user-centric system design. She has led multiple EU-funded projects, including Horizon Europe initiatives on research ethics and AI governance. Dr. Antoniou has supervised numerous PhD and postdoctoral researchers, contributed to over 50 publications, and received awards such as the ACM-W Networking Grant (2015–2016). She actively engages in outreach, including workshops for high school students and international conferences like ACM-W and IEEE events.
Dr. Demetres Christofides is an Associate Professor in Mathematics and Course Leader of BSc (Hons) Mathematics & Statistics at the University of Central Lancashire Cyprus (UCLan Cyprus). He holds a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Cambridge (2008), alongside advanced qualifications from Cambridge including a BA (2003), MA (2007), and Certificate of Advanced Study in Mathematics (2004). Affiliations: School of Sciences, Department of Mathematics. Administrative Roles: Former Senate Member (2015–2020), Deputy Head of School (2017–2018), and Academic Standards Lead (2017–2020). Research Interests: Focuses on combinatorics, including random graphs, extremal graph theory, positional games, and algorithmic graph theory. His work spans Hamilton cycles, Cayley graphs, information theory, and structural graph properties. He has contributed to over 10 peer-reviewed publications in journals like Journal of Combinatorial Theory and SIAM Journal on Discrete Mathematics . Funding & Grants: Secured research grants from the Cyprus Research Promotion Foundation and the EPSRC, including projects on extremal combinatorics and graph algorithms. Awards: Smith Prize (University of Cambridge). Outreach: Trains Cypriot Mathematical Olympiad teams, creates problems for international competitions (e.g., IMO Shortlist 2020), and co-authored a training book for high-school mathematics competitions. Teaching: Leads and teaches modules across all undergraduate years, including Real Analysis, Algebra, and Complex Analysis. Previously taught at Charles University, Warwick, and Birmingham.
Panagiota Nikolaou is a Lecturer in Computer Engineering and Course Leader of the BEng (Hons) Computer Engineering program at the School of Sciences, UCLan Cyprus. She holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Cyprus (2020), along with MSc and BSc degrees in Computer Science from the same institution. Her research focuses on computer architecture, fault tolerance, edge/cloud deployments, memory reliability, power optimizations, and intelligent vehicles. She has held roles including Research Associate at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence and Lecturer at Alexander College. Her teaching responsibilities include Digital Electronics, Probability Theory for Engineers, and Engineering Professionalism. She has extensive research experience in EU-funded projects such as SESAME (Horizon 2020) and UNISERVER, addressing topics like reliability in embedded systems and energy-efficient computing. Her publications span domains like UAV reliability, real-time forest fire detection, and cost analysis of edge vs. cloud deployments. Notable awards include the Best Poster Award at the 2020 SERESSA conference. She actively participates in academic activities, including serving as Program Chair for the VLSI-SoC conference (2026) and roles in IEEE committees. Her research grants include leadership in projects like CERCIRAS (2020–2024) and participation in Horizon 2020 initiatives. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, bridging hardware reliability, software optimization, and real-world applications in critical systems.
Andreas Savva is a Lecturer in Computing at UCLan Cyprus since 2017. Previously, he served as a Lecturer in Networking at Bahrain Polytechnic (2014–2017) and as a Tutor in Computer Science at the University of Cyprus (2008–2013). He holds a PhD in Computer Engineering from the University of Cyprus (2024), an MSc in Computer Engineering (2008), a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (2005), and a Certification of Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (2016). His research focuses on optimizing computing systems through: Many-core architectures and minimizing power consumption in networks-on-chip Applying artificial neural networks (ANN) for prediction and fault detection in hardware systems Enhancing overlay network performance via caching algorithms Savva has contributed to international conferences and has secured research funding, including a €89,450 grant in 2008 from Cyprus Research Promotion Foundation for a collaborative project on simulation frameworks for many-core architectures. He is affiliated with professional organizations like the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber and IEEE. His administrative experience includes panel membership for accreditation at Bahrain Polytechnic and roles in educational software management (Cyprus Ministry of Education, 2002–2007). He has also served as an external moderator for ICT programs and a judge for student projects at Bahrain Polytechnic, alongside research activities in labs such as EASOC (Embedded and Application Specific Systems-on-Chip Laboratory) and KIOS (Research Centre for Intelligent Systems and Networks) at the University of Cyprus.
Maria Karekla is a Cypriot University of Cyprus Associate Professor and head of the ACTHealthy laboratory . With a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University at Albany (SUNY) specializing in Anxiety Disorders and Health Psychology, she investigates anxiety-health comorbidity through psychophysiology and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , focusing on adolescents, chronic pain patients, and cancer populations. Her work spans digital interventions ( VR pain management , avatar-led smoking cessation ), experimental psychopathology, and pandemic mental health responses . University of Cyprus: 2010–present PhD: Clinical Psychology (Anxiety/Health), University at Albany (SUNY) Residency: University of Mississippi Medical Center Research Interests center on: Psychological flexibility in chronic illness Digital health solutions (internet/virtual reality) ACT protocol development for pain/smoking Psychometric validation of behavioral measures Pandemic behavioral patterns (over 30 related publications) Psychosocial determinants of health behaviors Scientific Impact includes: 2010 Pompidou Group award for adolescent smoking prevention 2017 Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine award for chronic pain research Over 70 peer-reviewed articles (including Nature Human Behavior , JAMA Network ) Leadership roles: Chair of EFPA e-health taskforce , European Health Psychology Committee Her 15 most recent articles (2020–2021) demonstrate: 7 Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science publications on psychological flexibility 5 PLoS ONE / European Journal of Psychology Open pandemic studies 3 Journal of Medical Internet Research digital intervention trials 2 Psychological Assessment psychometric validations International collaborations across 12 countries
Gulshen Sakhatova serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Turkish and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Cyprus, with prior academic appointments spanning eight institutions across Germany, Greece, and Turkmenistan. Her international career includes professorships at Georg-August University Göttingen (2017-2020), Aristotle University Thessaloniki (2015), and multiple German universities, alongside repeated visiting positions at the University of Cyprus since 2007. Her academic foundation includes an MA in Philology (German, English and World Literature) from Magtymguly Turkmen State University and a PhD in Turkology/Linguistics from Friedrich Wilhelm University Bonn (2004). This dual expertise enables sophisticated cross-linguistic analysis between Germanic and Turkic language families. Sakhatova's research centers on the structural intricacies of Turkic languages, particularly verb systems and modality phenomena in Turkish, Turkmen, and Cypriot Turkish variants. She investigates linguistic contact effects in multilingual environments, Turkmen's status as a 'degraded' Turkic language, and pedagogical challenges in teaching Turkish to Greek speakers. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical language acquisition frameworks, emphasizing semantic-pragmatic interfaces and historical development pathways. Current research demonstrates strong productivity with 15+ publications since 2021, primarily in specialized linguistics journals and the Societas Uralo-Altaica series. Her output reveals consistent focus on modality systems (35%), dialectology (25%), and language pedagogy (20%), with growing emphasis on Greek-Turkish language contact phenomena through her two active research projects. She currently leads two major funded initiatives: 'A Manual for Language Instructors of Turkish to Greek L1 Learners' (2023-2025) and 'Teaching/Learning Turkish as SL/FL in Greek language classrooms' (2024-2025). These projects address critical gaps in pedagogical resources for Greek-speaking Turkish learners, examining interference patterns and developing context-specific teaching methodologies. Her international collaborations span institutions in Germany, Greece, Russia, and Turkey through co-authored publications and scholarly networks. Students benefit from engagement with active fieldwork projects, corpus development for endangered Turkic varieties, and participation in international academic exchanges. Her supervision emphasizes empirical research in Turkic linguistics with applications to language preservation and pedagogy, particularly relevant for scholars interested in Mediterranean language contact zones.
Apostle Sarris is a Professor at the Department of History and Archaeology , University of Cyprus, specializing in the integration of Geoinformatics , Geophysical Prospection , and Digital Humanities into archaeological research. His work bridges remote sensing , GIS applications , and cultural heritage management to reconstruct ancient landscapes and analyze archaeological data. Education : Ph.D. in Physics (Geophysics) from University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1992), M.Sc. in Physics (Geophysics) from University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1990), and advanced degrees in Physics and Astronomy from Boston University (1988, 1985). His research focuses on non-invasive methods like Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) , satellite imagery , and machine learning to map buried structures, assess environmental threats to heritage sites, and model cultural landscapes. Key projects include the STORM project for disaster risk management of cultural heritage and ARISTEIA-IGEAN-STORM for geophysical prospection in Thessaly. Recent publications highlight his work on European Neolithic settlements , Byzantine landscapes , and AI-driven GPR analysis . He supervises interdisciplinary Ph.D. and postdoctoral researchers across institutions in Cyprus, Greece, Italy, and Turkey, with projects spanning digital heritage , soil geochemistry , and sacred landscape studies . Selected grants include H2020-MSCA-IF-2016 for European frontiers research and ARISTEIA II-ANCIENT CITY for Neolithic landscape analysis.
Savvas Chatzichristofis is a Professor of Artificial Intelligence and Head of the Department of Computer Science at Neapolis University Paphos (NUP). He also serves as Vice-Rector of Research and Innovation, overseeing strategic R&D initiatives. His research focuses on AI, computer vision, robotics, and their applications in education, urban systems, and autonomous systems. Education: Holds a Diploma (M.Eng.) and Ph.D. in Computer Vision from Democritus University of Thrace. Previously served as a special scientist, visiting lecturer, and researcher at multiple institutions. Research Interests: AI-driven educational technologies Robotics in pedagogy and industry Autonomous systems (UAVs/AUVs) Blockchain for sustainability monitoring Machine learning optimization Notable Projects: NOPTILUS: Autonomous underwater/air vehicle navigation sfly: Swarm robotics for mapping EU-funded projects on smart cities and green bonds Publications span AI ethics, UAV efficiency, educational robotics, and blockchain frameworks, with over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2011.
Lefteris Zacharioudakis is an Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity at Neapolis University of Cyprus. He holds a BSc (1997), MSc (1999), and PhD (2018) from the National Technical University of Ukraine 'Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute', where he also served as a visiting lecturer. Currently, he is conducting post-doctoral research in computer/system/network security, focusing on cryptography and authentication/identification methods.
Salomi Evripidou is a Lecturer in Algorithms and Complexity at Neapolis University Pafos, affiliated with the Intelligent Systems Laboratory (ISLab). She holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Greece), an M.Sc. in Management from the University of Leicester (UK), and a Ph.D. in Educational Robotics from the joint doctoral program between Neapolis University and the University of Peloponnese (2021). Her research focuses on educational robotics, algorithms, deep neural networks, and intelligent tutoring systems. Notable contributions include integrating AI into educational support systems, cybersecurity frameworks leveraging LLMs, and IoT-robotics in learning environments. She has published widely on topics ranging from adaptive learning frameworks to robotic platform selection for education. Evripidou actively contributes to interdisciplinary projects, emphasizing technology's role in modern pedagogy. Her work bridges theoretical computer science with practical educational tools, aiming to enhance interactive and accessible learning experiences.
Panayiotis Christodoulou is a Visiting Lecturer of Computer Science at the Department of Computer Science, Neapolis University Pafos. He holds a PhD in Computer Engineering and Informatics from Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) and completed undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Manchester University (UK) and Frederick University (Cyprus). His research focuses on Recommender Systems, Blockchain technologies, IoT, and Smart Cities, with notable contributions to EU projects like DOSSIER-Cloud, SmartGov, and INNOLABS. Education Background: PhD in Computer Engineering and Informatics, Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) MEng in Engineering, Manchester University, UK MSc in [unspecified field], Frederick University, Cyprus Research Interests: His work spans blockchain applications in finance (e.g., Green Bonds), IoT data management, cybersecurity for decentralized systems, and educational robotics. He pioneered frameworks like DLMetaChain (IoT blockchain data lake) and Skillschain (blockchain-robotics education platform). His recent studies address greenwashing detection, smart city citizen perceptions, and pandemic-era healthcare data challenges. Professional Contributions: Panayiotis has managed multiple EU-funded projects, demonstrating expertise in project leadership and innovation. He is affiliated with CUT's Software Engineering and Intelligent Information Systems Research Lab, contributing to cutting-edge R&D in complex event processing and real-time recommendation systems. Labs & Teams: Active member of the Software Engineering and Intelligent Information Systems Research Lab at CUT, collaborating on projects integrating blockchain with IoT, AI, and educational technologies.
Prof. Erhan İnce is a faculty member in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), where he has served since 1998. He holds a PhD in Communications from the University of Bradford (1997) and MS/BS degrees in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Bucknell (1992, 1990). His research focuses on mobile communications, channel coding, OFDM/OFDMA, statistical signal processing, and facial recognition. He has supervised numerous PhD and MS students, including Ramin Bakhshi, Syed Amjad Ali, and Waseem Qassab Bash. Key projects include 'Monitoring KKTCELL's Base Stations' (2018-2019) and 'Background Subtraction and Lane Occupancy Analysis' (2011). He received an award at the 1998 Symposium on Communication Systems & Digital Signal Processing. His work spans peer-reviewed journals (IEEE Access, Digital Signal Processing) and books on video surveillance. He actively contributes to IEEE and other academic communities.
Prof. Dr. Erhan A. İnce is a Professor at the Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU). He holds a Ph.D. in Communications from Bradford University (1997) and has been at EMU since 1998, progressing through academic ranks from Assistant Professor (1998–2006) to Full Professor (2016–present). His research focuses on mobile communications, channel coding, OFDM techniques, and video/signal processing. He has supervised over 25 master's and doctoral students, including notable works on turbo codes, interference alignment, and image processing. Education: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Bucknell University (1990) M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Bucknell University (1992) Ph.D. in Communications, Bradford University (1997) Research Interests: His work spans communications theory, signal processing, and multimedia applications. Key areas include turbo codes over fading channels, OFDM-based systems, facial recognition, and traffic surveillance using video analytics. Publications: Over 30 journal and conference papers in IEEE Transactions, Elsevier journals, and international conferences like CSDSP and EUSIPCO. Recent topics include blind interference alignment in cellular networks and tensor-based signal processing. Awards: Best Poster Award at CSDSP 1998. Service: Served as a reviewer for IEEE journals and conferences, and held administrative roles in EMU’s Faculty of Engineering, including Professor Representative (2018–present).
Assoc. Prof. Dr. GİRAY ÖZAY is a faculty member in the Civil Engineering Department at the Eastern Mediterranean University , affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering . He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Eastern Mediterranean University (1999), following an MS (1994) and BS (1992) in the same field. Research Focus: His work centers on structural engineering, earthquake resilience, and seismic performance evaluation of reinforced concrete (RC) buildings. Key areas include retrofitting techniques, dynamic analysis of structures, and innovative methods for assessing building vulnerability using tools like FEMA P695, artificial neural networks, and regression models. He explores the impact of infill walls and lateral force systems on structural behavior. Advising & Grants: Prof. Özay has supervised numerous PhD and Master’s theses, including studies on RC building strengthening, response modification factors, and comparative analyses of seismic codes (e.g., TBEC 2018 vs. EC8). His ongoing research includes projects on progressive collapse mitigation and cost estimation via neural networks. Labs/Teams: While specific lab affiliations are not listed, his interdisciplinary collaborations involve computational modeling, experimental analysis, and practical field applications in structural engineering.
Constantinos Adamides is an Adjunct Professor at Intercollege in Cyprus, specializing in Information Technology and Nautical Science education. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the Frederick Institute of Technology (2006). Currently, he serves in multiple roles including Admissions coordination, Erasmus Programme management (handling institutional agreements and mobility), and part-time lecturing in IT modules for the BSc in Nautical Science programme. His technical responsibilities encompass IT infrastructure administration, network maintenance, laboratory operations, and resolving hardware/software issues. His professional focus integrates IT systems management with educational delivery, particularly in maritime academic contexts. No scientific awards or publications are explicitly mentioned in the provided information. He has contributed to the operational and academic functions of Intercollege since at least 2019, maintaining a part-time teaching commitment alongside administrative duties.
