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• Large-scale Scientific Computing
• Computational Linear Algebra
• Parallel and Distributed Processing
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Professor Efstratios Gallopoulos is a faculty member at the Department of Computer Engineering & Informatics , University of Patras, where he holds the Division of Computer Software . He currently serves as Deputy Department Chair and Director of the High Performance Information Systems Laboratory (HPCLab) . His academic career spans multiple institutions including the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of California Santa Barbara, and collaborations with INRIA Rennes and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Education : B.Sc. in Mathematics (First Class Honours) from Imperial College London (1979) Ph.D. in Computer Science from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1985) Research Focus : His work centers on Large-scale Scientific Computing with emphasis on Computational Linear Algebra , Parallel/Distributed Processing , and Data Mining . Recent publications highlight innovations in Randomized Numerical Linear Algebra , Heterogeneous Cluster Scheduling , and GPU-Accelerated Inversion Techniques . Article Trends : His research bridges High-Performance Computing with Data Science , focusing on scalable algorithms for Matrix Computations , Recommender Systems , and Biomarker Analysis . The work spans theoretical advancements (e.g., Givens Rotations ) and practical implementations (e.g., pylspack library). Scientific Awards : NASA Group Achievement Award for Massively Parallel Processor (MPP) development ACM SIGWEB Hypertext Ted Nelson Newcomer Award (2012) Advising and Grants : He has advised numerous research projects funded by European Research Council , Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation (HFRI) , and international bodies like the US National Science Foundation. Notably, he co-organized the 2015 Gene Golub SIAM Summer School and served as Chair of the SIAM Gene Golub Summer School Committee (2020-24). Labs and Teams : He leads the High Performance Information Systems Laboratory (HPCLab) and co-directs the interdisciplinary graduate program Data Driven Computing and Decision Making . His teams have contributed to the Cedar vector multiprocessor project at UIUC and Text-to-Matrix Generator (TMG) tools for data mining.

Arthur Azevedo de AmorimView profile

Assistant Professor

• Programming Languages
• Formal Verification
• Security
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Arthur Azevedo de Amorim is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology's College of Computing. His research focuses on making software more secure and reliable using techniques based on formal verification, programming languages, and type systems. Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at Boston University and Carnegie Mellon University after completing his Ph.D. at the University of Pennsylvania under Benjamin Pierce and co-advised by Cătălin Hrițcu. His educational background includes undergraduate studies in computer science and engineering at Unicamp and Polytechnique. He is also one of the authors of Software Foundations, an introductory textbook to the Coq proof assistant, and maintains an active blog about Coq. Dr. de Amorim's research spans several critical areas in programming languages and security. His work on cryptographic protocols leverages recent advances in program verification (particularly separation logic) to verify cryptographic protocols. His research on compartmentalization analyzes formal guarantees of techniques for limiting the scope of vulnerabilities in low-level languages like C and C++. These research areas reflect his commitment to bridging theoretical foundations with practical security applications. His recent publications demonstrate strong activity across multiple top-tier conferences including POPL, PLDI, CCS, and ICALP, with research spanning formal verification, secure compilation, differential privacy, and programming language theory. His work consistently combines theoretical rigor with practical applications in security and reliability. Dr. de Amorim has served on numerous program committees for major programming languages conferences including POPL, PLDI, ICFP, and CoqPL, demonstrating his active engagement with the research community. He has also contributed to important educational resources through his work on Software Foundations. He currently advises several graduate students at RIT working on various aspects of programming languages and security. His lab develops multiple open-source software projects including Cryptis (for verifying cryptographic protocols), Deriving (a Coq library for automating class instances), and Extructures (a Coq library of finite data structures).

Panagiotis StamatopoulosView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Constraint Programming
• Logic Programming
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Panagiotis Stamatopoulos is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where he has been employed since 1993. He holds a PhD in Computer Science (1988) and a Diploma in Physics (1982) from the University of Athens. His research spans artificial intelligence, constraint programming, natural language processing, machine learning, and optimization. Specific interests include: Hybrid approaches combining constraint programming with operations research Natural language understanding for database access Parallel processing and distributed constraint solving Multi-agent systems and web intelligence applications His publications show consistent focus on constraint satisfaction algorithms, text summarization techniques, educational timetabling systems, and AI applications in diverse domains like sports analytics and robotics. Recent works demonstrate increased attention to NLP evaluation metrics and multimodal learning. He has supervised numerous diploma theses and led projects funded by the European Union (EDS, APPLAUSE, PARACHUTE, PARROT), University of Athens, and Olympic Airways. Stamatopoulos teaches undergraduate courses in Introduction to Programming and Logic Programming, plus postgraduate courses in Advanced Artificial Intelligence. He previously taught Artificial Intelligence, System Programming, and Expert Systems.

• Semantic Web
• Digital Libraries
• Software Engineering
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Gioldasis Nektarios is a Lecturer in the School of Electronic and Computer Engineering at the Technical University of Crete , affiliated with the Distributed Information Systems and Applications Laboratory (TUC/MUSIC) . He has been a permanent member of the laboratory since 2006 and has contributed to numerous Research & Development projects. MSc in Informatics, School of Electronic and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete (2002) BSc in Applied Informatics, University of Macedonia (1999) His research interests span critical domains including: Semantic Web technologies and Open Linked Data Software engineering for Service Oriented and Multi-Tier Architectures Data modeling, metadata management, and semantic interoperability Digital libraries and multimedia management systems The article portfolio demonstrates expertise in XML-Semantic Web integration, query mediation, and cultural data systems, with a 2023 publication on location-based game platforms. Key trends include: Interoperability frameworks (2015-2012) Ontology-driven data access (2010-2009) Geospatial and cultural heritage applications (2011-2007)

Christina KanakiView profile

Lecturer

• Information Literacy
• Academic Writing
• Library Science
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Christina Kanaki is a Lecturer in the Department of Social Anthropology at Panteion University, Greece. She specializes in Information Literacy and Academic Writing, focusing on educational methodologies and library roles in higher education. Her work bridges academic writing standards, information evaluation practices, and collaborative partnerships between educational institutions and non-profits. Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as 'Information Literacy: Methodology of Information Sources Seeking, Evaluation and Use' and 'Bibliographic Search, Writing and Publication'. She actively contributes to the development of academic writing standards through publications like the APA Guide for Greek academic communities. Research interests include student engagement with information resources, library-education synergy, and curriculum development. Her studies explore how information literacy programs enhance critical thinking in higher education contexts. Recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration between secondary, tertiary institutions and non-profits to create effective learning frameworks. Publications span from foundational guides on citation standards to empirical studies on student perceptions of information literacy. Her 2015 collaboration with non-profit organizations highlights innovative educational partnerships. Early work from 2005 established her focus on academic libraries' role in fostering information literacy.

Thomais GkrimpiziView profile

Researcher

• Digital Transformation
• eGovernment
• Higher Education Administration
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Thomais Gkrimpizi holds a Doctorate in Philosophy and advanced degrees in Economics and an MBA. She currently serves as a Research Associate and Coordinator at the International Hellenic University (IHU), where she previously held the role of Director of the Administrative and Financial Unit of the Committee of Special Account. Her research focuses on digital transformation in higher education institutions, eGovernment initiatives, and institutional barriers analysis. Research Highlights: Lead author of seminal studies on digital transformation frameworks in universities Systematic literature reviews on barriers to technological adoption in academia Expertise in public sector modernization and educational policy design Projects: JustReDi Project: Focused on green/digital transitions in Greek regions digiGOV-innoHUB: Implements digital skills training and transformation workshops Key Contributions: Her 2024 Administrative Sciences paper establishes foundational definitions for digital transformation in HEIs, while 2023 Education Sciences work systematically categorizes adoption barriers. Current research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementation strategies.

• Algorithm Engineering
• Efficient Algorithms and Data Structures
• Intelligent Computing & Engineering
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Christos Zaroliagis is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering & Informatics at the University of Patras, Greece, where he serves as Head of the Intelligent Computing & Engineering Lab (ICE Lab). He is also a Senior Research Associate at the Computer Technology Institute & Press "Diophantus" in Patras. Previously, he held positions at the Max-Planck-Institut für Informatik in Saarbrücken, Germany, and the Department of Informatics at King's College, University of London, UK. He was also a visiting Professor and KIT Distinguished Research Fellow at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in Germany. Professor Zaroliagis specializes in algorithm engineering, optimization, decentralized computing, and cryptography & information security, with applications in large-scale networks and systems. His research has significant focus on mobility in smart cities, intelligent transportation systems, and big data analysis. He has published extensively in major international journals and conferences, and has served as editor for several academic journals including Algorithms, Journal of Discrete Algorithms, and ACM Journal of Experimental Algorithmics. His work spans both theoretical foundations and practical implementations, with numerous software libraries and systems developed under his leadership. His recent publications demonstrate continued innovation across cloud computing, intelligent transportation systems, decentralized computing, and big data analytics, showing a clear progression from foundational algorithm design to practical applications in smart city infrastructure. The research shows strong interdisciplinary connections between computer science, operations research, and urban planning. prize award 2012 for Academic and Scientific Excellence awarded by the Greek Ministry of Education KIT Distinguished Research Fellow Mercator Fellow Professor Zaroliagis leads the Intelligent Computing & Engineering Lab (ICE Lab), which has produced several significant software systems including PGL (graph algorithms library), ECC-LIB (cryptography library), Searchius (collaborative search engine), and iClone (social navigation system). His academic service includes heading the EURAXESS Services Center of the University of Patras and serving as National Contact Point for the FP7 PEOPLE Program - Mobility. He has been extensively involved in organizing international conferences and serving on program committees across computer science.

• Program Synthesis
• Static Analysis
• Programming Languages
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Kangjing Huang is a researcher at Purdue University specializing in programming languages and software engineering. Their work bridges theoretical foundations with practical tool development in program synthesis. Research focuses on program synthesis methodologies , particularly reconciling enumerative and deductive approaches. Key contributions include: Developing library-based synthesis techniques for practical code generation Creating frameworks for efficient search space navigation Integrating formal verification with synthesis pipelines Publication trends show consistent advancement in automated programming systems from 2020-2022, with growing emphasis on real-world applicability through library integration. Awards and teaching activities are not documented in available sources. Huang actively contributes to the programming languages research ecosystem through publications at premier venues including PLDI and SAS, with work centered on making program synthesis more scalable and practical for developer workflows.

• Sports Science
• Exercise Physiology
• Biomechanics
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Dr. Dimitrios Patikas is a Lecturer in the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, based in Serres. He is affiliated with the Committee of the University Library, contributing to academic and research support services. Research Interests: His work focuses on neuromuscular function, biomechanics, and motor control, particularly in sports performance and clinical populations such as patients with cerebral palsy. He explores topics like muscle fatigue, gait analysis, electromyography (EMG), and the effects of age and disability on physiological responses. Key Research Trends: Recent studies emphasize electromyographic analysis in clinical and athletic populations, postural control under perturbations, and the application of machine learning for gait assessment. His work bridges basic science and applied clinical settings, addressing rehabilitation and sports performance optimization. Advising & Grants: No specific student advisees or grant details were identified in the provided texts. His contributions are primarily through research publications and academic service.

• Computer Music
• Mobile Device Interfaces
• Bio-Technology
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Dionisios Politis serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Informatics, School of Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where he has established a distinguished interdisciplinary career since his appointment in 2009. His academic foundation includes a BS in Physics (1992), MSc in Physical Electronics (1990), Graduate Diploma in Computing Studies from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (1991), and a PhD in Informatics (1998), all from Aristotle University except for the Australian diploma. His professional journey demonstrates steady progression within the university: 1993-2002: Laboratory Teaching Staff at Aristotle University 1993-2002: Research Associate & Programmer at Center of International and European Economic Law 1999-2006: EU Expert on Computer Law for South Eastern Europe & Cyprus 2002: Lecturer at Department of Informatics 2009-Present: Assistant Professor at Aristotle University Dr. Politis's research creates a unique synthesis across computer science, musicology, and law. His primary interests include Computer Music, Mobile Device Interfaces, Bio-Technology applications for Special Education, Interactive Multimedia, and Computer Law. A distinctive hallmark of his work is the connection between ancient musical traditions and modern technology, particularly through groundbreaking projects like ARION for Ancient Greek Music synthesis, Byzantine Server, and various interfaces for Byzantine music notation. Analysis of his scholarly output reveals several converging research trajectories: chromaticism in music theory with mathematical classification methods; digital music libraries and their ethical/legal frameworks; brain-computer interfaces with growing biomedical applications (particularly cochlear implants); and computer law with emphasis on e-justice. His recent publications show an increasing integration of medical technology with music interfaces, demonstrating the evolution of his interdisciplinary approach. Among his significant scholarly contributions is a Best Short Paper Award for his innovative work on variPiano™. He has edited major publications including "Digital Tools for Computer Music Production and Distribution" (2016), "E-Socioeconomic and Legal Implications of Electronic Intrusion" (2009), and "E-Learning Methodologies and Computer Applications in Archaeology" (2008), establishing himself as a thought leader in multiple domains. Dr. Politis has made substantial contributions to educational technology across diverse fields. Through the SEEArchWeb project, he developed virtual learning environments for archaeology incorporating mobile displays and GIS implementations. In medical education, he has pioneered otorhinolaryngology e-learning textbooks and specialized interfaces for healthcare practitioners. His research group, frequently collaborating with M. Tsaligopoulos, G. Kyriafinis, and D. Margounakis, continues to push boundaries at the intersection of music technology, human-computer interaction, and biomedical applications while maintaining strong connections to cultural heritage preservation through projects like Mediterranean Colors, Kalliope Server, and Meteora Server.

Yiannis SaridakisView profile

Professor

• Applied Mathematics
• Scientific Computing
• Parallel Algorithms
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Professor Yiannis Saridakis serves as a Professor in the Department of Sciences at the Technical University of Crete, leading the Applied Mathematics and Computers Laboratory. He holds a Mathematics degree from the University of Crete (1981) and M.Sc./Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics & Computer Science from Clarkson University (1983/1985). His research focuses on numerical methods, parallel algorithms, stochastic optimization, cellular automata, and AI applications. He has coordinated projects like the TU Crete Library portal and digitization initiatives. His work bridges computational mathematics with environmental, biomedical, and engineering challenges. Education B.Sc. Mathematics, University of Crete (1981) M.Sc. Applied Mathematics & Computer Science, Clarkson University (1983) Ph.D. Applied Mathematics & Computer Science, Clarkson University (1985) Research Interests His research spans Recursive Linear Systems Solving , Numerical Methods for PDEs , Parallel Computing Architectures , Stochastic Optimization (e.g., adaptive optics, aquifer management), Cellular Automata , and Artificial Intelligence applications like agent-based systems and ambient intelligence. Key Contributions Prof. Saridakis pioneered GPU-accelerated Hermite collocation methods, Fokas transform applications in tumor modeling, and ALOPEX stochastic optimization for water resource management. He has published >50 papers in top journals and conference proceedings. Labs & Leadership Director of the Applied Mathematics and Computers Laboratory . Former Department Chair (1997–1999) and Vice-Rector (1999–2005) at TU Crete.

Dimitris TsirantonakisView profile

Researcher

• Earth Observation
• Climate Applications
• Urban Meteorology
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Dimitris Tsirantonakis is a Researcher at the Remote Sensing Lab of FORTH and a PhD candidate at the Chair of Environmental Meteorology at the University of Freiburg. His work focuses on urban climate dynamics, leveraging Earth Observation and remote sensing techniques to study urban vegetation, energy balance, and climate feedback mechanisms. Education: BSc in Physics, University of Crete (2017) MSc in 'Geoinformation in Environmental Management', CIHEAM-MAICh (2021) PhD candidate at University of Freiburg (2024–present) Research Interests: Integrating remote sensing data with environmental modeling to address urban climate challenges. His work emphasizes urban vegetation dynamics, anthropogenic heat emissions, and the development of decision-support tools for urban sustainability. Key Research Themes: Urban energy balance modeling, hyperspectral library development for satellite data, and the climatic impacts of urban green spaces. Scientific Awards: None explicitly mentioned, though his contributions to urbisphere projects highlight emerging scholarly impact. Grants & Projects: Active in the urbisphere initiative, exploring multiscale urban impacts on atmospheric dynamics and developing hyperspectral libraries for environmental monitoring. Labs & Teams: Member of the Remote Sensing Lab at FORTH, collaborating across disciplines to advance urban environmental science.

Polyxeni ArapiView profile

Researcher

• Learning Support Systems and Applications
• Digital Libraries
• Information Systems
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Polyxeni Arapi is a permanent Laboratory Teaching Staff member at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete, where she serves as technical coordinator of the Software Systems Technology & Network Applications Laboratory (SoftNet). With over two decades of involvement in European research projects since 2002, her work bridges academic research and practical applications in educational technology, digital libraries, and vocational training systems. Education: Ph.D. in Informatics, Institute of Mathematics and Informatics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (2017) M.Sc. in Electronic and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete (2011) Diploma in Electronic and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete (2003) Dr. Arapi's research centers on Learning Support Systems, Digital Libraries, and Service-Centric Internet Architectures, with significant contributions to semantic interoperability and personalized learning experiences. Her work consistently addresses the integration of emerging technologies like AR/VR in vocational contexts, particularly robotics and Industry 4.0 training systems. She has pioneered frameworks for spatiotemporal visualization in crisis training and location-based mobile learning environments. Analysis of her publication record (2013-2022) reveals a strategic evolution from foundational digital library interoperability to advanced vocational training applications. The trajectory shows increasing focus on Industry 4.0 technologies, with robotics education becoming a dominant theme in her most recent work, while maintaining core expertise in digital library integration and personalized learning systems. Scientific Awards: Best Diploma Thesis in Electronic Engineering by Technical Chamber of Greece (2003) Dr. Arapi has participated in 18 major European projects including FP5-UP-TV, FP6-DELOS II, FP7-Natural Europe, and multiple Erasmus+ initiatives. Her grant portfolio spans ICT-PSP, LdV, and ECHO programs, with recent focus on vocational training for Industry 4.0 (TI4 project) and digital coaching (E-Coach project). As technical coordinator of SoftNet laboratory, she oversees development of learning platforms like Coursevo and PlayLearn. The SoftNet laboratory under her technical coordination develops software systems for network applications with emphasis on educational technology infrastructure. Her team specializes in creating interoperable solutions connecting digital libraries with e-learning platforms, and has pioneered applications in natural history museum data federation and crisis training visualization systems.

• Multimedia Information Systems
• Database Technologies
• Office Automation
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Kazasis Fotis is a Researcher at the Technical University of Crete , affiliated with the School of Electronic & Computer Engineering and the Department of Electronics and Computer Engineering . He has been a member of the Academic Council since October 2020 and contributes to the Distributed Information Systems and Applications Laboratory (MUSIC) . Education : Masters in Computer Engineering (2011, Technical University of Crete), Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics (1990, University of Patras) His research interests include Multimedia Information Systems , Database Technologies , Office Automation , and Information Retrieval Systems , with a focus on Informatics and distributed systems. His publications (1995–2011) highlight work on service-oriented architectures (e.g., TV-Anytime metadata handling), mobile computing (TV-Anytime information management), ontologies (semantic indexing for multimedia), and peer-to-peer/SOA infrastructures for knowledge management. Recent articles (2011) address event visualization on Google Earth, while earlier works (2003–2007) tackle semantic query languages and intelligent tourism applications. He has coordinated research programs funded by the European Union and Greece since 1990, emphasizing practical implementations in digital ecosystems and TV services. His teaching includes Introduction to Computers and Informatics and Databases at TUC.

• Digital curation and preservation
• Knowledge representation and conceptual modeling
• Ontology engineering
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Konstantopoulos Panos is a Professor at the Department of Informatics , School of Information Sciences and Technology , Athens University of Economics and Business . He holds a Diploma in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (1978), an M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (1979) from Carnegie-Mellon University, and a Ph.D. in Operations Research (1983) from MIT. His office is located at Troias 2, 4th floor, office 403, and he maintains regular office hours (Monday and Tuesday, 10:00-11:00) during class periods or by appointment. Education Diploma in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1978) M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Carnegie-Mellon University (1979) Ph.D. in Operations Research, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1983) His research focuses on Digital curation and preservation , Knowledge representation , Ontology engineering , and Decision support systems , with applications in cultural informatics and digital libraries. He is reachable at panosc@aueb.gr and via phone at +30 210 8203 185, 157, 393.