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• Distributed Artificial Intelligence
• 5G/6G Networks
• Device-to-Device Communication
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Iakovos Ioannou serves as Assistant Professor in Software Engineering at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Sciences, European University of Cyprus. His expertise bridges distributed artificial intelligence and next-generation wireless communication systems. His academic background includes: PhD in Information Technology, University of Cyprus (2021) MSc in IT / Information Security, Open University of Cyprus (2016) BSc in Information Technology, University of Cyprus (2005) Dr. Ioannou's research centers on developing distributed AI frameworks for 5G/6G networks, with emphasis on device-to-device communication optimization. His work integrates machine learning techniques to solve critical challenges in transmission mode selection, network security, and resource allocation. Key contributions include novel protocols for jamming attack detection and elliptic curve cryptography applications in wireless security. Analysis of his 2020-2022 publications reveals consistent focus on distributed AI/ML solutions for 5G/6G infrastructure. His research demonstrates progression from theoretical frameworks (2020) to performance evaluation studies (2021) and specialized security implementations (2022), showing increasing technical depth in transmission mode optimization and IoT security. Scientific recognition includes: First in Department and Second in Year for MSc studies (2016) He actively contributes to EU research initiatives as Senior Researcher for ADROIT6G and METACITIES projects. His academic service includes Technical Program Committee roles for Medcomnet 2022, Globecom GC 2022, and SRMC 2022, along with keynote speaking engagements at ICRISET 22 and peer review for EIT communications. Dr. Ioannou maintains active collaboration with CYENS research center on EU-funded 6G and smart city initiatives, leveraging his industry experience from Primetel and Cyprus Stock Exchange to bridge theoretical research with practical network implementations.

• Computer Science
• Networking Systems
• Privacy
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Costas Iordanou is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Sciences, Cyprus University of Technology, focusing on networking systems, privacy, security, and disinformation detection. His work bridges theoretical and applied aspects of computer science, with a strong emphasis on user privacy and cybersecurity. PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Technical University of Berlin (2019) MSc in School of Engineering and Basic Sciences at University Carlos III of Madrid (2015) MSc in Computer Engineering and Informatics from Cyprus University of Technology (2014) BSc in Computer Engineering and Informatics from Cyprus University of Technology (2013) His research interests include Privacy and Security in digital environments, with specific focus on Web Tracking , Behavioral Analytics , and Disinformation Detection . He has contributed to Machine Learning by addressing poisoning attacks in federated learning frameworks. His publications trend toward Cybersecurity , Privacy , and Machine Learning , analyzing threats in Web Tracking , E-commerce , and Disinformation mitigation.

Konstantinos ZagorisView profile

Lecturer

• Content-Based Image Retrieval
• Handwritten Text Recognition
• Document Image Processing
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Konstantinos Zagoris is a Lecturer in Databases and Distributed Systems at Neapolis University Pafos, Department of Computer Science. He coordinates ERASMUS programs and student affairs. Previously, he held research roles at Salford University, Institute of Informatics & Telecommunications (Demokritos), and Democritus University of Thrace. Education: Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering (2003) - Democritus University of Thrace, Greece PhD in Content and Metadata Based Image Document Retrieval (2010) - Democritus University of Thrace Research focuses on content-based image retrieval, handwritten text recognition, document image processing, and medical image analysis. He has authored over 40 publications in journals and conferences, emphasizing innovative methods like Fuzzy Delphi Method for staff selection, convolutional recurrent neural networks for historical manuscript recognition, and bio-inspired models for document enhancement. Led projects funded by Hellenic/EU grants, with notable contributions to competitions like ICDAR DIBCO and ICFHR H-KWS. His work bridges computer science and digital humanities, advancing archival digitization and medical diagnostic tools.

Pyrros BratskasView profile

Lecturer

• Mobile Ad-hoc Networks
• Software Engineering
• Ubiquitous Computing
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Pyrros Bratskas is a Lecturer at the Department of Computer Science, University of Cyprus. He earned his Ph.D. (2006) and M.Sc. (2001) from Université Paris-Est Marne-la-Vallée, France, with a focus on mobility control architecture in large-scale ad hoc networks. Research Interests include mobile ad-hoc networks, software engineering, context-aware systems, middleware for mobile devices, and distributed computing. His work emphasizes self-adapting applications, context-aware infrastructures, and routing optimization in dynamic environments. Publications highlight contributions to context-aware computing, peer-to-peer architectures, and mobile network simulation. Key topics span ubiquitous computing, middleware development, and algorithmic solutions for robotic ad-hoc networks, with a focus on scalability and adaptability. Work Experience includes roles as Research Associate (2006-2009) for the €14.5M IST-MUSIC project (EU-funded) and Temporary Professor Assistant (ATER) at Université Paris-Est Marne-la-Vallée (2004-2006). He has designed simulators, routing algorithms, and robotic systems. Labs & Collaborations include the Computer Science Department at University of Cyprus and Laboratoire d'Informatique Gaspard-Monge at Université Paris-Est Marne-la-Vallée. He collaborated with European institutions like Appear Networks and Telefonica I&D.

• Cloud Computing
• Online Social Network Analysis
• Internet Computing
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Professor Marios Dikaiakos is a faculty member at the University of Cyprus Department of Computer Science, where he also served as Head of Department (2010-2014) and founded the Centre for Entrepreneurship (2014-2021). He holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Computer Science from Princeton University and a Dipl.-Ing. in Electrical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens. His research focuses on Cloud Computing systems performance and dependability, and Online Social Network analysis. Research Interests: Professor Dikaiakos leads the Laboratory for Internet Computing, directing numerous EU-funded projects. His work spans network-centric systems, cloud computing infrastructure, and social media analytics, with over 160 peer-reviewed publications. Recent work explores energy efficiency in edge computing and misinformation detection in polarized media environments. Publication Trends: His recent articles show a strong focus on sustainable computing, edge AI systems, and social media analysis, with emerging work on LLM ethics and industrial IoT. Methodologies include benchmarking frameworks, federated learning, and unsupervised NLP techniques applied to large-scale datasets. Collaborations & Labs: As Principal Investigator of the Laboratory for Internet Computing, he oversees multiple research projects and has held visiting positions at Rutgers University, Université de Paris Cité, and National Technical University of Athens. He serves as Associate Editor for Springer's Computing journal.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Knowledge Representation and Reasoning
• Planning
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Yannis Dimopoulos is a Professor and Department Vice-Chair at the Department of Computer Science, University of Cyprus. He holds a B.Sc. and Ph.D. in Computer Science from the Athens University of Economics (1987 and 1992, respectively). Prior to his current role, he held research positions at the Max-Planck-Institut für Informatik in Germany and the University of Freiburg. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence , particularly in Knowledge Representation and Reasoning , Planning , Logic Programming , Constraint Satisfaction , and Machine Learning . He has published extensively in top conferences and journals, including AAAI, IJCAI, and Artificial Intelligence. Dimopoulos's work integrates theoretical contributions with practical applications, such as argumentation frameworks, planning systems, and multi-agent negotiation. His publications reflect a strong emphasis on formal methods, computational logic, and AI reasoning. He has advised numerous students and contributed to the development of tools like plasp for Answer Set Programming-based planning. His research has been supported by grants and collaborations with international institutions.

• Algorithms and Complexity
• Parallel and Distributed Computing
• Fault-tolerance and Dependability
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Chryssis Georgiou is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Cyprus. He holds a B.Sc. in Mathematics from the University of Cyprus (1998) and a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Connecticut (2003). His research focuses on Algorithms and Complexity, Parallel and Distributed Computing, and Fault-tolerance, with over 115 publications. He has served as General Chair of PODC 2015 and Chair of the Steering Committee of ACM PODC (2021-2024). His work is funded by the European Commission and the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation. Research interests span distributed systems, blockchain principles, and algorithmic mechanisms. He has led projects such as ESS-BFT (Byzantine Fault-Tolerant Blockchain) and COLLABORATE (fault-tolerant distributed storage). His advising includes numerous doctoral, master’s, and bachelor’s students in areas like machine learning and distributed systems. He co-authored books on Distributed Cooperative Computing and Blockchain systems. Notable roles include Editorial Board member of Information Processing Letters (2018-2023) and participation in EU-funded projects like AEOLUS and DELIS. His labs include the Research Laboratory for Foundations of Computing Systems and Theoretical Computer Science. Current projects involve fault-tolerant storage and machine learning applications in healthcare.

Christos PanayiotouView profile

Professor

• Modeling
• Control Systems
• Optimization
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Christos Panayiotou is a Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of Cyprus (UCY) and serves as the Deputy Director of the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence. He holds a B.Sc. and Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (1994 and 1999), as well as an MBA from the Isenberg School of Management. Prior to joining UCY in 2002, he was a Research Associate at Boston University's Center for Information and System Engineering. His research focuses on modeling, control, optimization, and performance evaluation of discrete event and hybrid systems, with applications in intelligent transportation systems, cyber-physical systems, machine learning, wireless networks, and smart buildings. His work has secured over €45 million in funding from national/EU agencies, governments, and private entities. He has published over 290 papers and received the 2014 Best Paper Award in Building and Environment . Editorial Roles : Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems, IEEE Control Systems Society, and others. Leadership : General Chair of EWGT2020, Co-Chair of ECC2018, and Chair of IEEE Computational Intelligence Society subcommittees. Key projects include UAV swarm coordination for maritime surveillance, digital twin architectures for smart buildings, and resilient traffic demand management systems. His grants emphasize cyber-physical systems, energy grids, and disaster response technologies.

Marios D. DikaiakosView profile

Professor

• Internet Computing
• Cloud Computing
• Online Social Networks
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Marios D. Dikaiakos is Professor of Computer Science at the University of Cyprus where he serves as the Founding Director of the Laboratory for Internet Computing. He previously served as founding Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship (2015-2021) and Head of the Computer Science Department (2010-2014). His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from Princeton University (1994) and a Dipl.-Ing. from the National Technical University of Athens (1988). Dr. Dikaiakos' educational background: Ph.D. in Computer Science from Princeton University (1994) M.A. degree from Princeton University (1991) Dipl.-Ing. degree from National Technical University of Athens (summa cum laude, 1988) His research spans Internet Computing with a focus on Cloud Computing, Online Social Networks, and Vehicular Computing. Recent work explores Edge Computing, Fog Computing, and AI applications in entrepreneurship and social media analysis. His interdisciplinary approach combines technical computing expertise with insights into human behavior and business applications, particularly examining how technology influences entrepreneurship, polarization, and misinformation detection. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward energy-efficient computing, AI-driven social media analysis, and the intersection of computing with entrepreneurship. The work spans technical domains like Edge and Fog Computing while addressing societal challenges including misinformation detection, polarization analysis, and sustainable computing practices. Many publications demonstrate collaborative research across computer science subfields. Dr. Dikaiakos has received several prestigious awards: Best paper award of the 14th IEEE CloudCom conference (2023) Best student paper award for BenchPilot (2022) Best paper award for 5G-Slicer (2022) Best Demo Award at the ACM/IEEE Symposium on Edge Computing (2020) As an academic advisor, Dr. Dikaiakos has successfully guided PhD students including Demetris Paschalides (2024) and Moysis Symeonidis (2022). He has been principal or co-principal investigator for 25 projects funded by the European Union and the Research Promotion Foundation of Cyprus. His service includes editorial roles at ACM Computing Surveys and Computing journals, and leadership positions in major conferences like EuroPar 2023 and CCGrid 2019. Dr. Dikaiakos founded and directs the Laboratory for Internet Computing at the University of Cyprus, which focuses on cutting-edge research in distributed systems, cloud and edge computing, and social network analysis. The lab has developed multiple research software systems released internationally and maintains active collaborations with institutions across Europe. Current projects address challenges in energy-aware computing, misinformation detection, and AI applications in entrepreneurship.

Sotiris NikoletseasView profile

Professor

• Wireless Sensor Networks
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT)
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Sotiris Nikoletseas is a Full Professor and Founding Director of the Internet of Things Laboratory (IoT-Lab) at the Computer Engineering and Informatics Department of the University of Patras, Greece. He also serves as a Senior Researcher of the Algorithms Group at the Computer Technology Institute and Press "Diophantus" (CTI), Greece. His academic career includes Visiting Professor positions at the Universities of Geneva, Ottawa and Southern California (USC). Professor Nikoletseas's research spans several cutting-edge domains in computer science, with primary focus on algorithmic aspects of wireless sensor networks and the Internet of Things (IoT). His work extends to Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT), wireless energy transfer protocols, probabilistic algorithms and random graphs, and innovative applications of psychoanalysis driven computing to social networks and interactive media. His interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in networked systems. His publication record is exceptional, with over 300 publications in international journals and refereed conferences, three influential books, and 30 invited chapters in publications by major publishers. His most recent book, 'Wireless Power Transfer Algorithms, Technologies and Applications in Ad Hoc Communication Networks' (Springer, 2016), represents a significant contribution to the field. Best Paper award at the 18th International Conference on Distributed Computing and Networking (ICDCN), Hyderabad, India, 2017 Best Paper Award at the 6th IEEE International Conference on Distributed Computing in Sensor Networks (DCOSS), Santa Barbara, USA, 2010 Inclusion in the list of highly cited computer scientists based on Google Scholar h-index As an academic leader, Professor Nikoletseas has supervised over 50 diploma theses and numerous graduate students, including 7 PhD candidates who have completed their degrees under his guidance. His research has been supported by substantial external funding, including multiple European Union projects where he served as site leader or coordinator. His work with industry includes direct contracts with organizations like Pfizer through their Center for Digital Innovation. The IoT-Lab he founded at the University of Patras serves as a hub for research in algorithms and systems for the Internet of Things, fostering collaboration between academia and industry. His current research directions include AI-enhanced IoT applications, wireless power transfer systems, and innovative approaches to cybersecurity and environmental monitoring through advanced sensor networks.

Theocharis TheocharidesView profile

Associate Professor

• Embedded Systems
• Hardware Acceleration
• Computer Vision
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Theocharis (Theo) Theocharides is an Associate Professor and Department Chair at the University of Cyprus's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He serves as Director of Research at the KIOS Research and Innovation Centre of Excellence. Holding a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Pennsylvania State University, his research focuses on designing intelligent embedded systems with specialization in domain-specific architectures, reconfigurable hardware, and low-power embedded processors. He leads the Embedded and Application-Specific System-on-Chip Lab, conducting projects in mobile systems, tinyML, embedded computer vision, pattern recognition architectures, and intelligent system monitoring. His pioneering work includes hardware acceleration for real-time object detection and depth estimation in embedded vision systems for robotics and cyber-physical applications. Current investigations focus on hardware-friendly ML algorithms for tinyML, visual information extraction, and distributed embedded vision systems involving drone swarms and robotic networks. Professor Theocharides has authored over 130 publications and serves as Associate Editor for prestigious journals including ACM's Computing Surveys and IEEE Transactions on Computer-Aided Design. As Technical Programme Committee Chair for DATE 2025, he maintains active involvement in the research community.

Christoforos HadjicostisView profile

Professor

• Fault Diagnosis
• Distributed Algorithms
• Discrete Event Systems
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Christoforos Hadjicostis is Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Cyprus. He previously served as Chair of the department from 2008-2010 and held positions at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He holds S.B. degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Mathematics, an M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (1995), and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (1999) from MIT. His research focuses on fault diagnosis and tolerance in distributed dynamic systems, error control coding, monitoring and control of discrete event systems, with applications in network security, anomaly detection, energy distribution, medical diagnosis, biosequencing, and genetic regulatory models. His publications primarily explore formal methods for system verification, distributed algorithms for multi-agent coordination, and privacy-preserving mechanisms in discrete event systems. Recent work emphasizes detectability, observability, and opacity enforcement in networked and cyber-physical systems.

Sina HashemiView profile

Research Fellow

• Power System Stability
• Power System Control
• Power System Resilience
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Sina Hashemi is a Research Fellow at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Cyprus, with additional affiliation at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence. He holds a PhD (2022) from the University of Tehran, specializing in power system stability and control. His work bridges academic research and practical solutions for modern power grids. Research Focus: Dr. Hashemi's expertise centers on enhancing power system resilience, stability, and reliability. Key areas include: Mitigation of cascading failures and cyberattack impacts Hybrid AC/DC grid planning and operation Voltage stability assessment and control optimization Reactive power management and blackout prevention His methodologies integrate machine learning, multi-objective optimization, and real-time monitoring frameworks. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2022–2024) emphasize cyber-physical security and resilience-oriented planning for modern grids, using optimization and AI-driven approaches. Earlier work (2010–2019) focused on voltage stability indices, neural network applications, and capacitor/UPFC placement. Affiliations: He contributes to the KIOS Research Center, which focuses on intelligent systems for critical infrastructure.

Elias IosifView profile

Assistant Professor

• Blockchain
• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
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Dr. Elias Iosif is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Digital Innovation at the School of Business, University of Nicosia. He specializes in blockchain technologies, machine learning, and natural language processing. His research focuses on integrating blockchain with AI, semantic models, and spoken dialogue systems. He holds a PhD in Network-Based Distributional Semantic Models from the Technical University of Crete (2013). His career includes postdoctoral roles at the National Technical University of Athens (2014–2017) and research positions at institutions like AT&T Labs and the Athena Research Center. Notable contributions include blockchain maturity models, fraud detection frameworks, and AI applications in pharmaceuticals. Research highlights include over 80 peer-reviewed publications, with recent work emphasizing blockchain scalability, NFTs, and cross-chain interoperability. He co-authored the Handbook of Blockchain Technology (2025), exploring cryptocurrency regulation and tokenization landscapes.

Irene PolycarpouView profile

Professor

• Educational Technologies
• Computer Science Curriculum
• STEM Education
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Prof. Irene Polycarpou serves as Rector of UCLan Cyprus and holds the academic title of Professor of Technology and Innovation in Education. She leads the School of Sciences while maintaining a prolific academic career spanning over 15 years in computer science education and research. Her qualifications include a PhD in Computer Science from Florida International University (2008), complemented by certifications such as the PECB CDPO and Higher Education Academy Fellowship. Education Background PhD in Computer Science, Florida International University, USA (2008) MSc Computer Science, Florida International University, USA (2004) BSc Computer Science, Florida International University, USA (2002) Associate of Computer Science, Higher Technical Institute, Cyprus (2000) Research Focus Her work centers on educational technologies, including interactive multimedia, e-learning systems, and STEM education. She explores how pedagogical strategies can enhance learning outcomes in computing education, particularly for K-12 students and underrepresented groups in STEM. Recent projects include designing coding workshops for high school students and analyzing virality factors in brand videos. Publications Trends Her publications span educational technology, computer science pedagogy, and interdisciplinary studies like cybersecurity curriculum development and music's role in advertising virality. Over 80% of her work post-2015 focuses on innovative teaching methodologies and their impact on student engagement and industry collaboration. Awards & Grants Member of €2.9M EU H2020 project SLICES-DS (2020–2022) Recipient of €299K for i-Sci Multi-Centre for Science and Technology (2016) Lead supervisor for 3 PhD/MSc students focusing on pedagogy and technology integration Leadership & Outreach As InSPIRE Center co-founder, she promotes interdisciplinary research and innovation. She advises Cyprus' Ministry of Education on digital technologies in education and serves on EU funding review panels. Her outreach includes organizing national coding competitions and mentoring women in computing through ACM-W Cyprus. Labs & Teams Leads the InSPIRE Center, focusing on interdisciplinary science promotion, and oversees research clusters in educational technology and STEM pedagogy at UCLan Cyprus.