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• Network Economics
• Resource Allocation in Networks
• Formal Methods for Concurrent Systems
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Courcoubetis A. Costas is a Professor in the Department of Informatics at the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). He holds a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens, followed by an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on network economics, resource allocation in broadband networks, formal methods for real-time systems verification, and applied probability models. Notable contributions include work on pricing network services, peer-to-peer system incentives, and stochastic scheduling. He has led projects such as the EuroNGI Network of Excellence and MMAPS, exploring theoretical and practical aspects of next-generation networks and economic models for P2P systems. Prof. Costas has authored influential publications on incentive mechanisms for P2P file sharing, asymptotic analysis of network performance, and CDMA resource control. His book Pricing Communication Networks: Economics, Technology and Modeling (Wiley, 2003) remains a key reference in network economics. Prof. Costas has held leadership roles, including Head of the Economics and Systems Theory Laboratory at AUEB and Administrator of the Networks and Telecommunications Sector at the Informatics Institute, ITE. He has served on program committees for major conferences like INFOCOM and ICQT.

• Graph Theory
• Parameterized Complexity
• Algorithms
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Dimitris Zoros serves as an External Instructor in the Department of Mathematics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specializing in theoretical computer science and discrete mathematics with emphasis on graph-theoretic approaches. His academic credentials include: Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) Master's degree in Logic, Algorithms and Computation from MPLA (NKUA Graduate Program) PhD in Logic and Algorithms from NKUA under Prof. Dimitrios M. Thilikos, thesis titled Obstructions and Algorithms for Graph Layout Problems Dr. Zoros' research integrates combinatorial structures with algorithmic frameworks through multiple interconnected domains: Core focus on Graph Theory and Parameterized Complexity Specialized work in Graph Obstruction Sets and Graph Searching methodologies Theoretical foundations in Computability, Logic, and Set Theory Applications in Discrete Mathematics and Computational Complexity analysis No scientific awards were documented in available sources. Information regarding student supervision, research grants, or laboratory affiliations was not provided in the source materials.

• Combinatorics
• Functional Analysis
• Ramsey Theory
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Pandelis Dodos is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece. His research focuses on combinatorics, functional analysis, and their intersections, particularly Ramsey theory, Banach space geometry, and descriptive set theory. He holds a PhD from the National Technical University of Athens (2003) and a Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches from Université Pierre et Marie Curie (2009). His work bridges analysis and combinatorics, addressing problems in nonlinear spectral gaps, forbidden intersection configurations, and high-dimensional random arrays. He leads the ANACOMB project (Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation), exploring combinatorial problems via analytical methods. Notable collaborations include researchers such as V. Kanellopoulos, K. Tyros, and S. Todorcevic. His contributions include monographs on Ramsey theory and Banach spaces, as well as over 50 peer-reviewed articles. Education: MSc Electrical Engineering (NTUA, 1997) PhD Mathematics (NTUA, 2003) Habilitation (UPMC Paris 6, 2009) His research projects include the ANACOMB initiative, investigating density Hales-Jewett conjectures and concentration inequalities. He advises PhD candidate Stamatis Skouras and collaborates with institutions like Texas A&M and Charles University. His work frequently intersects with theoretical computer science and probability theory. Awards: None explicitly listed, but recognized through extensive international collaboration and editorial roles in journals like Mathematische Annalen and Transactions of the AMS . Grants & Labs: ANACOMB (HFRI-FM20-02717), leading a multinational team addressing analytic combinatorics. Active in organizing workshops like COMPRAAthens 2024 .

Antonis EconomouView profile

Professor

• Operations Research
• Applied Probability
• Queueing Theory
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Antonis Economou is a Professor of Operations Research in the Department of Mathematics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He holds a BSc in Mathematics from the University of Athens (1993), an MA in Pure Mathematics from UCLA (1994), and a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Athens (1998). His research focuses on Operations Research, Applied Probability, Queueing Theory, and Mathematical Biology, with a particular emphasis on strategic customer behavior, stochastic systems, and epidemic models. He has held academic positions since 1999, progressing from Lecturer to Full Professor. His work has been published extensively in journals like European Journal of Operational Research and Queueing Systems . Education: BSc, Mathematics, University of Athens, 1993 MA, Pure Mathematics, UCLA, 1994 MSc, Statistics and OR, University of Athens, 1997 PhD, Mathematics, University of Athens, 1998 Research interests include stochastic processes, game theory applications in service systems, and mathematical modeling of epidemics. His recent work explores strategic customer behavior in queues, particularly under varying information structures and service dynamics. Notable contributions include analysis of fluid queues, vacation models, and epidemic models in random environments. Awards include scholarships from the National Scholarship Foundation of Greece for his studies and recognition in international mathematical competitions. He has supervised numerous graduate students and contributed to editorial roles in top journals such as Queueing Systems and Annals of Operations Research .

• Data Mining
• Machine Learning
• Social Network Analysis
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Tsaparas Panagiotis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Ioannina, School of Engineering. He joined the department in 2011 after holding postdoctoral and research positions at the University of Rome (La Sapienza), the University of Helsinki, and Microsoft Research. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of Toronto, Canada (2003) MSc in Computer Science, University of Toronto, Canada (1997) Degree in Computer Science, University of Crete, Greece (1995) His research spans Data Mining and Machine Learning , with a focus on Social Network Analysis and Information Retrieval from the World Wide Web . His work integrates algorithmic development with real-world data analysis, particularly in large-scale and networked information systems. These interests are reflected in both his academic appointments and industry research experience. The available data does not include recent publications, but his research trajectory suggests sustained contributions in data science and web intelligence. He has not been listed with any scientific awards in the provided text. He advises students through supervised study and teaches courses such as Object-Oriented Programming Techniques and Data Mining . No information is available regarding research grants or funding. There is no mention of specific labs or research teams led by him in the provided content.

• Optoelectronics
• Biophotonics
• Hyperspectral Imaging
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Konstantinos Balas is a tenured Full Professor at the Technical University of Crete, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Director of the Electronics Laboratory. His work bridges optoelectronics, biophotonics, and non-destructive analysis, with groundbreaking contributions to optical diagnostic technologies for cancer and cultural heritage preservation. B.Sc. in Physics (1987) and Ph.D. in Medical Physics (1992) from University of Patras Founded Biomedical Imaging and Spectroscopy Laboratory (1996-2001) Founder of DySIS-Medical Ltd., specializing in medical imaging devices Research Interests focus on light-tissue interaction for non-invasive diagnostics, hyperspectral imaging, and real-time spectral mapping. Key applications include cervical cancer detection , biomedical spectroscopy , and art preservation through multimodal spectral cameras. Clinical Impact includes patented Dynamic Contrast Enhanced Optical Imaging (DCE-OI) technology, validated in multi-center trials with 529 participants, achieving 79% sensitivity for cervical neoplasia detection. His work has been published in Clinical Cancer Research , BJOG , and highlighted in Nature and CNN . Scientific Awards 1st Applied Research Award, 'Greece Innovates!' (2013) Technology Transfer includes €3M+ in grants and €15M+ raised through venture capital. His lab's innovations have been adopted by institutions like The Getty Conservation Institute and The British Library . Labs & Collaborations include the Electronics Laboratory at TUC and partnerships with international hospitals (e.g., Hammersmith Hospital, VU University Medical Center). He pioneered real-time spectral mapper systems for colposcopy, endoscopy, and artwork analysis.

Pouloudi AthanasiaView profile

Professor

• Information Systems
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cloud Computing
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Professor Pouloudi Athanasia is affiliated with the Department of Management Science and Technology at the School of Business Administration, Athens University of Economics and Business , where she teaches Information Systems Theories and Management . Holding a PhD in Information Systems from LSE (1998), she has contributed extensively to research in digital transformation, cloud computing, and AI ethics. BSc : Applied Informatics, AUEB (1991) MSc : Information Systems, LSE (1993) PhD : Information Systems, LSE (1998) Postgraduate Diploma : Higher Education Teaching, Brunel University (1998)

Nikolaos L. TsitsasView profile

Professor

• Wave Scattering and Propagation
• Integral and Partial Differential Equ://www.google.com/search?q=Integral+and+Partial+Differential+Equations&tbm=isch
• Optimization Methods
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Professor Nikolaos L. Tsitsas is a faculty member at the Department of Informatics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. Holding a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from NTUA (2006), he specializes in analytical and numerical methods for wave scattering/propagation, integral equations, and optimization. His work bridges electromagnetics, photonics, and computational mathematics. Education: PhD (NTUA), MSc (NKUA), Diploma (NTUA) Research: Electromagnetic theory, metamaterials, numerical methods Memberships: AMS, IEEE, OSA, URSI Recent publications focus on photonic metagratings, electromagnetic cloaking, and hybrid computational methods. His team investigates dielectric waveguides, graphene shielding, and spherical wave interactions using advanced numerical techniques. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in Mathematical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, and Optimization. He has supervised graduate theses on numerical modeling and electromagnetic theory.

Nikolaos MelliosView profile

Lecturer

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Resources Management
• Ecological Engineering
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Nikolaos Mellios serves as Laboratory Teaching Staff in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Thessaly's School of Engineering, where he instructs undergraduate courses including Wastewater Treatment, Environmental Engineering, and Chemistry for Engineers, alongside postgraduate coursework on Water-Energy-Food Nexus governance. His academic foundation spans environmental engineering and computational modeling with direct applications to sustainable resource management. His educational credentials include: Diploma in Environmental Engineering from Technical University of Crete (thesis on wastewater odor control) Master's in Applied Engineering and Systems Simulation from University of Thessaly (Lake Karla modeling) Doctoral Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Thessaly (2020, thesis on freshwater ecosystem informatics) Postdoctoral Research at University of Thessaly (2023-present, climate change impact modeling) Mellios' research integrates environmental informatics and nexus thinking to address critical water challenges through computational modeling. His work demonstrates particular expertise in hydrological simulation , ecosystem dynamics , and machine learning applications for predicting cyanobacteria risks and water demand. He actively develops decision-support frameworks for sustainable agricultural water use and climate-resilient basin management. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a concentrated focus on integrated Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) modeling, with increasing emphasis on Bayesian statistics, incremental learning architectures, and climate change adaptation from 2020-2025. His scholarship consistently bridges theoretical modeling with practical watershed management applications across Mediterranean and Northern European contexts. Mellios contributes to major research initiatives including Water4Cities (ICT platform for urban water management) and IMPACT (nexus project development), demonstrating commitment to translating scientific insights into operational sustainability tools for complex environmental systems.

• Numerical Analysis
• Numerical Solution of Partial Differential Equations
• Computer Science
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Arvanitis Christos is a Lecturer at the School of Electronic & Computer Engineering of the Technical University of Crete . He holds a PhD in Mathematics (2002) and a Master's in Computational & Applied Mathematics (1997) from the University of Crete, alongside a 2-year military service (1995–1997). His academic career includes teaching roles at multiple universities (2002–2008), a hiatus in Secondary Education (2008–2017), and current research-teaching activities since 2017. Education: PhD in Mathematics (2002) Master's in Computational & Applied Mathematics (1997) BSc in Mathematics (1992) His research spans Numerical Analysis and Computer Science , focusing on automatic spatial partitioning in numerical differential equation solutions , with applications in Neural Networks , Human-Machine Interfaces , GPU Computing , and Machine Vision . His 5 publications in reputable journals highlight these interdisciplinary themes. He has participated in applied research programs such as Symmetries in Neural Networks , Underwater Acoustics , and Adaptive Algorithms for Optical Flow , demonstrating expertise in both theoretical and computational domains. Technical Skills: CPU/GPU Programming Distributed Computing GUI Development

Karystinos GeorgiosView profile

Professor

• Telecommunications theory and systems
• Coding theory
• Adaptive signal processing
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George N. Karystinos is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering , Technical University of Crete , where he has served since 2005. Since 2021, he also holds the position of Dean of the School. Previously, he was an Assistant Professor at Wright State University (2003–2005). Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, State University of New York at Buffalo , 2003 Diploma in Computer Engineering and Science, University of Patras , 1997 Additional studies in Piano, National Conservatory of Athens and State University of New York at Buffalo Research Interests: His research spans telecommunications theory and systems , coding theory , adaptive signal processing , wireless communications , MIMO systems , neural networks , and optimization with limited data . He is particularly known for contributions to L1-norm PCA , noncoherent detection , RFID systems , and code design for CDMA . Scientific Awards: IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks Outstanding Paper Award (2003) IEEE ICT Best Paper Award (2001) IEEE ISWCS Best Paper Award (2013) IEEE ICASSP Best Student Paper Award (2015) IEEE RFID-TA Second Best Student Paper Award (2011) IEEE MOCAST Best Student Paper Award (2018) Laboratory and Teaching: He leads research at the Telecommunications Laboratory and teaches courses such as Signals and Systems , Information and Code Theory , and Probability and Random Process Theory . Grants and Projects: While specific grant details are not listed, his extensive publication record and award history indicate active participation in funded research projects, particularly in wireless communications and signal processing.

• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Decision Making under Uncertainty
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Lagoudakis Michael is a Professor at the School of Electronic & Computer Engineering of the Technical University of Crete since 2005. His academic journey includes a PhD in Computer Science from Duke University (2003), a Master's from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette (1998), and a Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras (1995). Education: PhD in Computer Science, Duke University, 2003 MSc in Computer Science, University of Louisiana, Lafayette, 1998 Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics, University of Patras, 1995 Research interests span Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Decision Making under Uncertainty, Multi-Agent Systems, Robotics (particularly robotic team coordination), Complex Systems, and DNA Computing. His work has produced significant publications in top venues like Robotics: Science and Systems , IEEE IROS , Journal of Machine Learning Research , and NIPS . He has contributed to projects such as EURECA-PRO (2020–present), DialogRL (2016–2020), and LSPI (2000–2003). Scientific awards include the Outstanding Dissertation Award from Duke University's Department of Computer Science and the Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award received twice. He is a member of AAAI, IEEE, and ACM.

Michael PaterakisView profile

Professor

• Computer Communication Networks
• Protocol Design
• Wireless Networks
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Michael Paterakis is a Professor in the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering at the Technical University of Crete, where he has served since 1995. His leadership roles include Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs & Personnel (2005-2010), Director of the University Research Institute of Telecommunications Systems (2000-2005), and Department Chair (1999-2001). His education includes a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from NTUA (1984), M.Sc. from University of Connecticut (1986), and Ph.D. from University of Virginia (1988). Prior to TUC, he was Assistant/Associate Professor at University of Delaware (1988-1995). Professor Paterakis's research centers on Computer Communication Networks with emphasis on protocol design , performance modeling of broadband wireless networks, and applied queuing theory . His work spans Wireless Communications , Multimedia Systems , and Network Optimization , addressing challenges in next-generation telecommunications infrastructure through rigorous mathematical analysis. Analysis of his 2006-2016 publications reveals persistent focus on wireless/powerline MAC protocols , multimedia call admission control , and video caching mechanisms . His research evolved from fundamental queuing theory toward practical implementations in heterogeneous networks, consistently prioritizing performance efficiency in resource-constrained environments. He has supervised 5 Ph.D. and 17 M.Sc. students while managing significant projects including the Information Society Operational Programme (2005-2009), which deployed Crete's metropolitan fiber optic networks across six municipalities. His service includes editing ACM journals, co-organizing IEEE workshops, and reviewing for major telecommunications conferences. Based in the Information and Networks Laboratory , his team develops protocols for unified services wireless networks with applications in mobile multimedia delivery and distributed information systems.

Stelios TsafarakisView profile

Associate Professor

• Consumer buying behavior
• Product line design and optimization
• Discrete choice models
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Stelios Tsafarakis is an Associate Professor at the School of Production Engineering and Management of the Technical University of Crete . His academic journey includes a PhD in Scientific Marketing from the Technical University of Crete and Université Paris Dauphine (2010), a Postgraduate Diploma in Production Engineering and Management (2007), an MSc in Management Information Systems from the University of Southampton (2002), and a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (2000). PhD: Technical University of Crete & Université Paris Dauphine (2010) Postgraduate Diploma: School of Production Engineering and Management, TUC (2007) MSc: Management Information Systems, University of Southampton (2002) Diploma: Electrical & Computer Engineering, NTUA (2000) His research focuses on consumer buying behavior , product line design and optimization , discrete choice models , and the application of evolutionary algorithms to market structure analysis. His work bridges marketing theory with computational methods, emphasizing nature-inspired optimization techniques for practical business solutions. Recent publications highlight trends in digital platform analytics , ICT integration in education , and bio-inspired optimization algorithms . His studies explore gamification in tourism, automated learner grouping via particle swarm optimization, and fuzzy systems for product line design. Stelios contributes to the Organization & Administration Laboratory at TUC. His collaboration hours are available by arrangement , and he can be reached at office D5.009 (phone: +30 28210 37160).

Elias KosmatopoulosView profile

Associate Professor

• Automatic control methodologies
• Large Scale Systems
• Robot swarms
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Elias Kosmatopoulos is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace, with a focus on Applied Automatic Control. He has held academic positions at Technical University of Crete and University of Victoria (Canada), and served as Research Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California. His career spans over 25 years, with expertise in large-scale systems and control engineering. BEng, Production and Management Engineering, Technical University of Crete MEng, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete PhD, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete His research interests include robot swarms , intelligent transportation systems , and building energy consumption control . He has contributed to over 45 journal papers and 100 conference papers. Recent projects include PLUG-N-HARVEST (energy harvesting systems) and ROBORDER (autonomous border surveillance robots). Publications highlight adaptive control of electric vehicle fleets smart thermostatic load zoning multi-robot path planning underwater system exploration co-simulation for nonlinear systems He has received institutional recognition and collaborated with NASA, the European Commission, and defense agencies on advanced control systems applications.