Christakis DamianouView profile
Professor
Christakis Damianou is a Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and Informatics at Cyprus University of Technology. His research focuses on MRI-guided therapeutic ultrasound, MRI-compatible robotics, and phantom development for biomedical applications. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Arizona (1993), with prior roles including postdoctoral fellowships at Harvard University and Indiana University. Damianou has coordinated 15 of 45 research programs, including initiatives such as ULTRASOUND I, SONOTHERM, and ABLASONIC, emphasizing FUS systems and robotic interventions. His education includes a B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Arizona (1988–1993). His work spans MRI thermometry, tumor ablation, and BBB disruption therapies, with contributions to preclinical and clinical robotic systems. Key innovations include the first MRI-compatible 3D printer and advanced software for treatment planning. He has developed phantoms for evaluating FUS protocols, acoustic properties of tissues, and thermal effects in brain/skull models. Research interests include optimizing FUS for transcranial applications, breast cancer ablation, and thrombolysis. His robotic systems enable precise targeting in MRI-guided interventions, addressing challenges like motion accuracy and near-field heating. Damianou’s work bridges biomedical engineering and clinical needs, with applications in oncology, neurology, and veterinary medicine.