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Evelina CharidemouView profile

Assistant Professor

• Nutritional Biochemistry
• Metabolism
• Metabolomics
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Dr. Evelina Charidemou is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Life Sciences, School of Life and Health Sciences, University of Cyprus. She holds a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Cambridge and a Bachelor's degree (Honors) from Imperial College London, where she earned the Royal College of Science Associateship (ARCS). Her research focuses on developing metabolomics and lipidomics tools to investigate metabolic syndrome, particularly Type II diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, using high-performance liquid chromatography and multivariate bioinformatics. Specialties: Nutritional Biochemistry, Metabolism, Histone Acetylation Collaborations: University of Oxford, University of Aarhus, Imperial College London Leadership: President of Cyprus Metabolomic Network Key Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship, Best Presentation (Metabolomics Sardinian Scientific School) Her work has been published in high-impact journals including Trends in Biochemical Sciences , EMBO Journal , and Hepatology , with a focus on the interplay between epigenetic mechanisms and metabolic diseases. She actively presents at international conferences such as the Metabolomics Society meetings and contributes to the International Journal of Biochemistry and Cell Biology.

Constantia AlexandrouView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Theoretical Physics
• Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD)
• Particle Physics
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Constantia Alexandrou is an Adjunct Professor at The Cyprus Institute (CyI) and a Professor in the Physics Department at the University of Cyprus. She leads the Lattice Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD) Computational Lab at the University of Cyprus and has held significant administrative roles at CyI, including Chair of the Interim Governing Board (IGB) of the Computation-based Science & Technology Research Center (CaSToRC). In 2010, she was honored with the title of 'Institute Professor' by CyI's Board of Directors. Education: BA in Physics (Oxford University, 1980), PhD in Theoretical Nuclear Physics (MIT, 1985) Research Focus: Theoretical strong interaction physics, lattice QCD, stochastic techniques for fermion systems, quark models, and computational methods in quantum field theories. Her work bridges theoretical and computational physics, contributing to advancements in particle physics and high-performance computing. She has coordinated major research programs, delivered invited talks globally, and actively participates in international organizations like IUPAP and PRACE. While no specific grants or advising details are listed, her leadership in CaSToRC and the Lattice QCD Lab highlights her role in fostering computational science collaborations. Her publications are tracked via the SPIRES database (though the link is currently unavailable).

Andreas AthenodorouView profile

Researcher

• Theoretical Particle Physics
• Lattice Gauge Theories
• Computational Physics
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Andreas Athenodorou is an associate research scientist at the Computation-based Science & Technology Research Center (CaSToRC) of The Cyprus Institute. He holds a PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics from the University of Oxford (2004–2008) and has held postdoctoral positions at DESY Zeuthen, Swansea University, and the University of Cyprus. Prior to his current role, he was a Marie Sklodowska Curie Individual Fellow at the University of Pisa (2019–2021). He currently leads a work package in the NI4OS-Europe project. His research focuses on theoretical and computational aspects of particle physics, including lattice gauge theories, large-Nc limits, hadron structure, and beyond Standard Model physics. He specializes in applying high performance computing (HPC), data science, and machine learning to solve complex problems in quantum field theory. Notable areas include confinement dynamics via effective string theory, glueball spectroscopy, and topological susceptibility studies in QCD. His computational work spans lattice QCD simulations, development of reproducible open science workflows, and application of machine learning to phase transition analysis. He has contributed to understanding mass hierarchies in strongly-coupled systems and the neutron electric dipole moment using advanced simulation techniques. Key contributions include advancing effective string theory descriptions of flux tubes, analyzing Z_N gauge theories, and exploring β-function behaviors in SU(2) adjoint fermion systems. His work bridges fundamental theory with computational innovation, addressing both particle physics questions and methodological challenges in large-scale simulations.

Harald GjermundrodView profile

Professor

• Distributed Computing Systems
• Computer Security
• Cyber Security
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Harald Gjermundrod is a Professor of Computer Science in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Nicosia's School of Sciences and Engineering, where he has served since September 2008. Previously, he was a Post-Doctorate Associate (2006-2008) at the High-Performance Computing Systems Laboratory, University of Cyprus. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Washington State University (2006) MS in Computer Science, Washington State University (2001) BS in Computer Science, Washington State University (1999) Dipl.-Ing, Oslo Metropolitan University (1998) His research spans Distributed Computing Systems , Computer Security , Blockchain Technology , and Data Protection , with emphasis on practical implementations like GridStat middleware for power grids and privacyTracker for GDPR compliance. As co-director of the Informatics Security Laboratory, he leads research on active defense mechanisms and data protection frameworks. His 87+ publications since 2001 show evolving focus from grid computing (2006-2010) to blockchain applications (2016-present), with recent work emphasizing privacy engineering, secure e-voting, and AI-driven security analytics. Key trends include transitioning from infrastructure-focused research (GridStat, ICGrid) to policy-compliant systems (privacyTracker, HoneyCY). Scientific Recognition: Senior Member of ACM Eclipse Committer Status (Alumni) Chair of ACM Cyprus Chapter (2015-2018) He has secured funding from EU programs, US National Science Foundation, and National Institute of Technology, developing software products including GridStat (critical infrastructure middleware), ICGrid (medical data sharing), and ReProTool (Bologna Process compliance). His supervision has produced student-developed prototypes like NoteLocker and HoneyCY. Current projects include privacyTracker (GDPR compliance) and SmartTeV (blockchain voting). As co-director of the Informatics Security Laboratory, he oversees research on active defense systems, honeypot frameworks (HoneyCY), and verifiable data traceability, with applications in e-government and healthcare security.

Shubhendu MukherjeeView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Computer Architecture
• Fault Tolerant Systems
• Soft Errors
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Shubhendu Mukherjee is a Distinguished Engineer at Cavium Networks and Adjunct Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. He is a Fellow of IEEE and ACM, and recipient of the 2009 Maurice-Wilkes Award for outstanding contributions to computer architecture. His career spans leadership roles at Intel and Compaq, where he pioneered fault-tolerant microarchitectures and performance modeling innovations. Education: PhD (1998) and MS (1993) in Computer Science from University of Wisconsin-Madison; B.Tech (1991) in Computer Science and Engineering from IIT Kanpur. Research Interests Mukherjee specializes in computer architecture , soft error modeling , and fault-tolerant design . His work includes Redundant Multithreading (RMT), architectural vulnerability modeling, and on-chip interconnect optimization. Recent publications focus on cache soft error anomalies, quantized AVF analysis, and architectural core salvaging for hard error tolerance. Scientific Awards Maurice-Wilkes Award (2009) IEEE Fellow (2009) ACM Fellow (2011) IEEE Top Picks Awards (2003, 2004) Intel Divisional Recognition Awards (2002–2009) Professional Activities Mukherjee served as General Chair of ASPLOS 2004 , Program Chair of HPCA 2011 , and editorial board member for IEEE Micro, IEEE Computer Architecture Letters, and IEEE Transactions on Dependable and Secure Computing. He also led Intel's SPEARS group (2001–2010), driving architectural innovations in enterprise processors.

Costas N. PapanicolasView profile

Professor

• Nuclear Physics
• Particle Physics
• Medical Physics
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Prof. Costas N. Papanicolas is an Institute Professor at The Cyprus Institute (CyI) and serves as President Emeritus and CEO of the Cyprus Research and Educational Foundation (CREF). He holds adjunct professorships at the University of Athens, Greece, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA. With a B.Sc. and Ph.D. from MIT, he has held roles including Director of the Institute of Accelerating Systems and Applications at the National Technical University of Athens and chaired key committees shaping Cyprus’ educational and research policies. Education: B.Sc. and Ph.D. in Physics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Research Interests: Nuclear & Particle Physics, Medical Imaging, Solar Energy, Climate Change Policy, and Educational Policy. His work bridges theoretical physics, medical diagnostics (e.g., SPECT/PET imaging), and renewable energy systems (e.g., CSP technologies like PROTEAS). He has pioneered thermal tomography via neural networks and contributed to solar thermal storage and hybrid energy systems. Awards: Medal of Excellence (Cyprus), Commendatore dell’Ordine della Stella d’Italia (Italy), Fellow of the American Physical Society. Prof. Papanicolas advises the Cypriot government on climate change and led the establishment of the University of Cyprus’s Physical Sciences departments. He directs CyI’s research centers and promotes international collaborations in energy sustainability and cultural heritage preservation.

Iasonas LamprianouView profile

Associate Professor

• Educational Assessment
• Psychometrics
• Rasch Modeling
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Iasonas Lamprianou is Associate Professor at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center, University of Cyprus. His interdisciplinary research spans educational assessment, psychometrics, and political science methodologies. Key research areas: Rater effects in language assessments Rasch modeling applications Political participation analysis Recent publications examine AI-based language assessment and rater consistency in oral examinations.

Marios ZachariasView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Materials Science
• Electronic Structure Theory
• High-Performance Computing
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Marios Zacharias is a computational materials scientist currently serving as an Assistant Professor at The Cyprus Institute . His research focuses on electronic structure theory, high-performance computing (HPC), and the modeling of anharmonicity, electron-phonon interactions, and vibronic effects in condensed matter systems. He is known for developing the EPW/ZG module in Quantum ESPRESSO and co-creating the Special Displacement Method (SDM) for finite-temperature electronic structure calculations. Research Interests: Electronic structure theory for materials modeling High-throughput simulations using HPC Machine learning applications in materials science Anharmonic effects in solids Electron-phonon interactions and vibronic coupling Scientific Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship His recent work explores machine learning approaches for simulating anharmonicity and local disorder in halide and oxide perovskites, with applications in energy and environmental sciences.

Lenos HadjidemetriouView profile

Academic

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Energy Storage Systems
• Power Electronics Control
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Dr. Lenos Hadjidemetriou is a Research Lecturer at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence, University of Cyprus. He holds a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from NTUA (2010) and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Cyprus (2016). His research focuses on renewable energy integration, energy storage systems, power electronics control, and smart grid cyber-security. He leads projects like OneNet, Smart5Grid, and national initiatives such as EMPOWER, collaborating with entities like the Cyprus Transmission System Operator. Research interests include grid resilience, digital twins, and ancillary services. He developed advanced research labs at the University of Cyprus for power systems testing and renewable energy applications. Current projects explore energy storage systems for grid ancillary services and cyber-security defenses against man-in-the-middle attacks. He has published over 75 papers, emphasizing smart grid challenges such as voltage management, harmonic mitigation, and 5G-enabled grid monitoring. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations, such as demonstrating 5G solutions for real-time grid control and developing thermal models for inverter reliability. Ongoing efforts include pilot projects for battery and flywheel storage systems to enhance grid stability. Grants and collaborations span European (Horizon 2020) and national funding, industry partnerships, and KIOS CoE’s complementary support from Imperial College London. His contributions address both technical and systemic challenges in transitioning to sustainable energy systems.

Kostas GiannopoulosView profile

Professor

• Market Risk Management
• Option Pricing
• Volatility Modelling
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Professor Kostas Giannopoulos holds the position of Professor of Finance at the School of Economics, Business and Computer Science, Neapolis University, Pafos. He is a Doctor Laureate in Banking and Economics from the University of Siena, with additional degrees from the University of Wales (Masters in Banking and Finance) and London Guildhall University (PhD in Finance). His research focuses on volatility modeling, market risk analysis, option pricing, and international portfolio diversification. Notable contributions include the Filtered Historical Simulation (FHS) model, which revolutionized risk forecasting in finance. Key achievements include a 1999 Journal of Futures Markets publication ranked as the most influential in commodities and 5th overall in the journal's 40-year history, and a 1997 European Journal of Finance article ranked 13th in its 25-year history. He has advised financial institutions and regulatory bodies for over 30 years, and served as regional chapter director for PRMIA. His work spans commodity markets, derivatives risk, and systemic financial risk in global contexts. Active in academic speaking engagements and professional seminars across Europe and the U.S., he maintains strong industry ties. Research emphasizes volatility spillovers, risk modeling under uncertainty, and applying FHS to CCP default funds and waterfall mechanisms. His work bridges theoretical finance with practical applications in regulatory frameworks and portfolio management strategies. Ongoing interests include cryptocurrency risk analysis and long-horizon volatility forecasting.

Elena KakoulliView profile

Lecturer

• Computer Architecture
• On-Chip Interconnection Networks
• Photonics
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Dr. Elena Kakoulli is a Lecturer in Information Systems and Coordinator of the MSc in Information Systems and Digital Innovation at the University of Nicosia. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Cyprus University of Technology (2015), following a Master’s in Computer Science (2009) and B.Sc. (2007) from the University of Cyprus. Her research focuses on computer architecture, photonics-based interconnection networks, cybersecurity, and AI-driven educational technologies. Notable contributions include work on resilient NoC architectures, distributed storage systems (OctopusFS), and silicon photonics integration for high-performance computing. Dr. Kakoulli’s research interests span network-on-chip (NoC) design, IoT security, and adaptive learning frameworks. She has collaborated on projects such as distributed tiered storage for cluster computing with Dr. Herodotou. Recognitions include awards from the University of Cyprus and Marfin Laiki Bank Foundation for academic excellence during her postgraduate studies. She has also contributed to teaching roles as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Cyprus and lecturer at Ctl Eurocollege, covering courses like computer architecture, compilers, and operating systems. Her publications highlight advancements in cybersecurity models, AI-integrated education tools, and next-generation computing architectures. She actively participates in academic conferences, including the 21st European, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern Conference on Information Systems (EMCIS 2024), and has served as a Technical Program Committee member.

Panagiotou ChristoforosView profile

Lecturer

• Internet Technologies
• Mobile Computing
• Data Management
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Christoforos Panayiotou is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Cyprus. He has been a Special Teaching Staff member since 2003, assisting in approximately 20 undergraduate and postgraduate courses. His work spans research, teaching, and participation in European and national projects. PhD in Computer Science (2011), University of Cyprus MSc in Computer Science (2002), University of Cyprus BSc in Computer Science (1999), University of Cyprus His research focuses on Internet Technologies , Mobile Computing , Data Management , and High Performance Computing . He has contributed to over a dozen European research projects, including FP6, FP7, and Horizon 2020, alongside national initiatives. His teaching portfolio covers diverse undergraduate and postgraduate topics. Contact: Office FST 01 B120, Department of Computer Science, University of Cyprus, 1 Panepistimou Avenue, Aglantzia, Nicosia 2109, Cyprus. Phone: (+357) 22893928. Fax: (+357) 22892701.

Andreas DemouView profile

Researcher

• Fluid Dynamics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Turbulent Flows
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Andreas Demou serves as a Computational Scientist at the Computation-based Science & Technology Research Center (CaSToRC) of The Cyprus Institute, where he conducts research at the intersection of fluid dynamics and computational methodology. His academic background includes: Bachelor of Science in Physics Master of Science in Energy Technologies and Sustainable Design Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cyprus Research Interests: Dr. Demou specializes in thermally-driven turbulent flows, weakly compressible multiphase systems, and wetting hydrodynamics. His methodological approach combines direct numerical simulation (DNS), large-eddy simulation (LES), and cutting-edge data-driven techniques to model complex fluid phenomena. This work bridges classical computational physics with modern machine learning applications in fluid mechanics. He is currently engaged in the CoE RAISE project, which funds his research on data-driven wetting hydrodynamics through computational innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration within CaSToRC's high-performance computing environment.

Stavros ZeniosView profile

Professor

• Financial risk management
• Large scale optimization
• Financial engineering
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Stavros Zenios is a Professor of Administrative Science and Finance at the University of Cyprus (UCY), holding concurrent roles as a Senior Fellow at The Wharton School of Management (University of Pennsylvania) and Non-Resident Fellow at Bruegel think tank. He previously served as Assistant/Associate/Full Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and Visiting Professor at MIT, Vienna University, Haifa University, and the Athens University of Economics. His academic journey includes a PhD from Princeton University (Operations Research), where his thesis received an Honorary Distinction. He directed UCY’s Banking and Financial Studies Research Unit, designated a European Center of Excellence by the EU. Education: Bachelor’s in Mathematics, University of London Electrical Engineering, Higher Institute of Technology PhD in Operations Research, Princeton University Research Interests: Focuses on financial risk management, large-scale optimization, financial engineering, and service sector efficiency. His work bridges theoretical optimization with practical applications in finance and banking. Awards & Recognition: Marie Curie Fellowship (2000) Fellow of the Italian National Research Foundation PhD Thesis Honorary Distinction (Scientific Society of Operations Research) Leadership Roles: Rector of UCY (2002–2007, two terms) President of UNICA (Moscow Synod, 2007) Labs/Teams: Led UCY’s Banking and Financial Studies Research Unit, recognized as a European Center of Excellence.

• Computer Architecture
• High Performance Processors
• Program Behavior
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Yiannakis Sazeides is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Cyprus. He has held academic positions at the university since 2000, progressing from Visiting Lecturer (2000-2002) to Assistant Professor (2006-2012), and currently serves as Associate Professor since 2012. His work experience includes roles at Intel, Compaq, and HP in research/development of high-performance processors. Education: - Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1999) - M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering, Cornell University (1992) - B.Sc. in Computer Engineering, Oakland University (1991) Research Interests: Focus on Computer Architecture with emphasis on high-performance processors, program behavior analysis, execution paradigms, and power-aware microarchitectural design. Active member of the Computer Architecture Research Group . Courses Taught: Includes Programming Principles I (EPL131), Computer Architecture (EPL605), and other undergraduate/graduate courses as listed in his academic portfolio. His teaching spans foundational to advanced topics in computer science. Labs & Collaborations: Leads research in the Computer Architecture Research Group, focusing on theoretical and applied aspects of processor design and optimization.