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Petros AristidouView profile

Assistant Professor

• Power and energy system informatics
• Control and operation of hybrid dynamical systems
• Modelling and simulation of large-scale power systems

Petros Aristidou is an Assistant Professor in Sustainable Power Systems at the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT), where he directs the Sustainable Power Systems Lab. His academic journey includes a PhD in Engineering Sciences from the University of Liège (2015) and a Diploma in Electrical & Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (2010). Previously, he held positions as Lecturer at the University of Leeds and Postdoctoral Researcher at ETH Zurich. His research focuses on three primary areas: power and energy system informatics, control of hybrid dynamical systems, and modeling/simulation of large-scale power systems. He specializes in addressing challenges related to low-inertia power systems, renewable integration, and grid stability. Award trends show consistent recognition from IEEE societies, with honors spanning best paper awards (TPWRS, ISGT-Europe), technical report awards, and scholarships. His publications demonstrate a progression from fundamental simulation methods toward applied solutions for renewable integration and grid resilience. TPWRS Best Paper Award (2021) IEEE PES ISGT-Europe Best Paper (2021) IEEE PES PowerTech High Quality Paper (2021) IEEE SEST Best Paper (2020) IEEE Outstanding Technical Report (2018) He leads multiple grants including the Horizon Europe MSCA ITN project Dependable Energy Systems (PI) and industrial collaborations on power system simulation methods. As lab director, he oversees research on power system dynamics and control, participating in international working groups addressing low-inertia system challenges.

• Computer Graphics
• Real-Time Rendering
• Visibility Algorithms
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Chrysanthou Yiorgos is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Cyprus. He holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Statistics (1990) and a Ph.D. in Computer Science (1996) from Queen Mary and Westfield College, University of London, UK. His professional experience includes roles as a Research Fellow (1996–1998) and Lecturer (1998–2001) at University College London. Research interests focus on Computer Graphics, encompassing real-time rendering techniques, visibility optimization, crowd simulation, and applications of virtual/augmented reality to cultural heritage preservation. He has served as Program Committee Co-Chair for VAST 2004 and ACM VRST 2005. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text. His academic contributions are centered on advancing interactive graphics and heritage visualization.

Kolios PanayiotisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Emergency Management
• Artificial Intelligence
• Autonomous Unmanned Aerial Systems
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Panayiotis Kolios is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science, University of Cyprus. He holds a PhD and BEng in Telecommunications Engineering from King's College London. His research focuses on networked intelligent systems, including autonomous UAVs, cyber-physical systems, and AI-driven emergency management. Key roles include coordinating the KIOS CoE's security and emergency response group, developing the SafeCY emergency app, and leading the AIDERS project for real-time disaster response using drones and machine learning. Education: BEng (King's College London, 2008), PhD (King's College London, 2012) Affiliations: KIOS Research and Innovation Centre of Excellence, University of Cyprus Projects: AIDERS, SWIFTERS, PREDICATE (EU-funded), SafeCY app, Cyprus Civil Defence Aerial Observation Unit Grants: Over 40M€ in EU and industrial funding Research emphasizes AI algorithms for emergency response, including drone-based situational awareness, wildfire monitoring, and rogue UAV detection. He co-organized the Exchange of Experts training program and led the team that won the Cooperative Aerial Robots Inspection Challenge (CDC 2023). Notable Achievements: ETEK Engineering Award Honorable Mention (2021) First Prize in CDC 2023 Cooperative Aerial Robots Challenge Development of the Cyprus Civil Defence Aerial Observation Unit Active in both academic and applied research, Kolios bridges theoretical advancements with real-world emergency management solutions.

Marios C. PhocasView profile

Professor

• Architectural Technology
• Structural Design
• Kinetic Structures
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Marios C. Phocas is a Professor at the Department of Architecture, University of Cyprus, since 2020. He co-directs the Archimedes Research Center for Structural Technology since 2005 and has held visiting professorships at the University of Stuttgart. His academic career at Cyprus spans roles as Associate Professor (2009-2020) and Assistant Professor (2004-2009). PhD in Structural Design, University of Stuttgart (1999) Diploma in Architecture (1995), University of Stuttgart His research focuses on technology-aided architectural design , kinetic structures , and seismic engineering , with recent projects addressing adaptive digital systems in circular economy and machine learning-driven structural optimization. Publications span topics like reconfigurable mechanisms, hybrid structural systems, and earthquake-resistant design. He has received 15 architectural awards in Cyprus and Germany, serves on editorial boards (ArchiDoct), and participates in international conference committees. Projects include EU-funded initiatives like ADAPT4CE and ADDOPTML.

• Data Management
• Mobile Data Management
• Sensor Networks
• +9 more

Demetris Zeinalipour is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Cyprus, where he founded and directs the Data Management Systems Laboratory (DMSL). He holds a Ph.D. (2005) and M.Sc. (2003) in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of California - Riverside, CA, USA and a B.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Cyprus (2000). His career includes research positions at Akamai Technologies, University of Athens (as a Marie-Curie Fellow), University of Pittsburgh, and the Max Planck Institute for Informatics (as a Humboldt Fellow). He is an ACM Distinguished Speaker (2017-2020), a Senior Member of ACM and IEEE, and serves on the editorial boards of ACM Transactions on Spatial Algorithms and Systems and Distributed and Parallel Databases. His primary research spans Data Management in Computer Systems and Networks, with expertise in Mobile, Sensor and Spatio-Temporal Data Management; Big Data Management in Parallel and Distributed Architectures; Network, Blockchain and Telco Data Management; Crowd, Web 2.0 and Indoor Data Management; Data Privacy Management; Data Management for Sustainability; and AI and Data Management. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, resulting in numerous systems including Anyplace Indoor Information Service, ChatUCY, GreenCap, EcoCharge, and Triabase. His research has evolved from early work in sensor networks to current focus on sustainable computing applications addressing climate change challenges. Professor Zeinalipour's publication record shows a strong trajectory toward sustainability-focused data management, with recent work on energy management for smart homes, electric vehicle charging, and solar self-consumption. His research integrates multiple disciplines including spatial databases, mobile computing, IoT systems, and blockchain technologies, with increasing emphasis on addressing real-world environmental challenges through computing solutions. Scientific Recognition IEEE ICDE'24 Outstanding Reviewer Award IEEE MDM'21 Best App Paper Award IEEE MDM'18 Best of MDM Award and Best Demo Award Humboldt Fellow (2016) ACM Distinguished Speaker (2017-2020) ACM and IEEE Senior Member status He has advised numerous PhD students and postdocs, many of whom have established successful careers in both academia and industry. His laboratory maintains strong industry connections and contributes to open-source development. Professor Zeinalipour is deeply committed to addressing real-world challenges through computing research, with recent work focusing on climate change mitigation and sustainable energy management solutions.

• Fault-Tolerant Distributed Computing
• Parallel Computing
• Algorithms and Complexity
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Chryssis Georgiou is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Cyprus , where he leads the Research Laboratory for Foundations of Computing Systems and Theoretical Computer Science . He holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Connecticut and a B.Sc. in Mathematics from the University of Cyprus. Ph.D. in Computer Science (2003), University of Connecticut M.Sc. in Computer Science (2002), University of Connecticut B.Sc. in Mathematics (1998), University of Cyprus His research focuses on the Theory and Practice of Fault-Tolerant Distributed and Parallel Computing , with emphasis on algorithms, complexity, and blockchain systems. He has published over 115 refereed articles and co-authored two books on distributed computing. Recent work includes Byzantine-tolerant consensus, dynamic storage for large objects, and blockchain resilience frameworks. His 15 most recent publications span topics in Byzantine Fault Tolerance , Atomic Shared Memory , WSN Optimization , and Distributed Ledger Formalization , with applications in IoT networks, cryptocurrency systems, and GPU-inspired shared memory models. Advising and Projects include coordination of the MA(R)S project (Cyprus Research Foundation), e4Pain (machine learning for pain coping), ESS-BFT (self-stabilizing blockchain infrastructure), and participation in the CoronaSurveys system for pandemic data collection. He has served as project coordinator for the ONISILIOS-funded ESS-BFT and as academic supervisor for industry-linked PhD programs. Labs and Teams include the Research Laboratory for Foundations of Computing Systems at the University of Cyprus, with collaborations across Europe and North America. He chairs the 2026 SIROCCO conference and contributes to editorial boards and program committees for top-tier distributed computing venues.

Daniel Cohen-OrView profile

Professor

• Computer Graphics
• Visual Computing
• Geometric Modeling
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Daniel Cohen-Or is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Tel Aviv University, and an Adjunct Professor at Simon Fraser University since 2016. He holds the Isaias Nizri Chair in Visual Computing . His academic background includes a B.Sc. and M.Sc. from Ben-Gurion University (1985-1986) and a Ph.D. from SUNY Stony Brook (1991). Research Interests: Focused on Computer Graphics, Visual Computing, and Geometric Modeling , with a current emphasis on generative models and their applications in 3D shape manipulation, image editing, and diffusion-based techniques. Scientific Awards: Eurographics Outstanding Technical Contributions Award (2005) ACM SIGGRAPH Computer Graphics Achievement Award (2018) Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher (2015) Kadar Family Award (2019) Eurographics Distinguished Career Award (2020) People’s Republic of China Friendship Award (2012) Notable Contributions: Co-edited A Sampler of Useful Computational Tools for Applied Geometry, Computer Graphics, and Image Processing . His work spans 3D reconstruction, texture synthesis, shape modeling, and semantic image editing, with a focus on leveraging deep learning frameworks like StyleGAN and NeRF. Advising: Mentoring numerous students and postdocs, including Or Patashnik, Yuval Alaluf, and Ron Mokady, with a strong presence in both current and former advisees .

• Algebraic Topology
• Steenrod Algebra
• Leibniz-Hopf Algebra
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Dr. Neşet Deniz Turgay is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) in Northern Cyprus. He holds office AS147 and can be reached at +90 392 630 2412 or neset.turgay@emu.edu.tr. His educational background includes: PhD in Mathematics from Swansea University (2010-2013) MS in Mathematics from Ege University, Izmir (2006-2009) BS in Mathematics from Ege University, Izmir (2001-2006) Dr. Turgay's research spans two primary areas of mathematics: algebraic topology (particularly Steenrod algebra and Leibniz-Hopf algebra) and discrete geometry (focusing on distance metrics in various grid structures and patterns). His work in algebraic topology examines conjugation invariants, Adem relations, and structural properties of the Steenrod algebra. In discrete geometry, he investigates distance calculations in crystallographic structures including face-centered cubic grids, Cairo patterns, and body-centered cubic lattices, often applying operational research techniques to solve optimization problems. His publications demonstrate sophisticated mathematical modeling and computational approaches to solve complex geometric and topological problems. His recent publications show a clear trend toward applying mathematical techniques to crystallographic and pattern recognition problems, while maintaining a strong foundation in algebraic topology. The research demonstrates sophisticated mathematical modeling and computational approaches to solve complex geometric and topological problems, with publications spanning from 2013 to 2023 showing consistent scholarly productivity. Scientific awards and recognitions: Socrates Erasmus scholarship for research at the University of Aberdeen (2008) Dr. Turgay has secured research funding for several projects, including "Clifford Analysis Knowledge Exchange (CAKE)" funded by Eastern Mediterranean University (35,000 TL grant, 2023) and "Some calculations in the Steenrod algebra" supported by Ege University (2008-2009). His research demonstrates both theoretical depth in algebraic topology and practical applications in discrete geometry and pattern recognition, with numerous collaborations with researchers including Gergely Kovács, Benedek Nagy, and Bela Vizvári.

Soad Abokhamis MousaviView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable Architecture
• Energy Efficiency in Buildings
• Urban Design
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Dr. Soad Abokhamis Mousavi is an Associate Professor in Architecture at the Faculty of Architecture and Fine Arts, Eastern Mediterranean University , specializing in sustainable building practices, energy efficiency, and urban design. She has contributed extensively to the understanding of microgrid reliability, sustainable hotel architecture, and pandemic-driven pedagogical adaptations in architectural education. Education: PhD in Architecture (Eastern Mediterranean University, 2018) MSc in Architecture (Islamic Azad University of Shoushtar, 2010) BSc in Architecture (Islamic Azad University of Dezful, 2008) Her research integrates renewable energy systems with architectural design, focusing on thermal comfort , microgrid reliability , and contextual sustainability in Mediterranean climates. She has pioneered models for evaluating sustainable hotel buildings in Northern Cyprus. Recent publications emphasize energy storage optimization , load prediction algorithms , and urban form analysis . Her work addresses both technical challenges in energy systems and socio-spatial impacts of pandemics on education.

Philippos PouyioutasView profile

Professor

• 5G Networks
• Relational and Object-Oriented Databases
• Graphical and Visual Query Languages
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Professor Philippos Pouyioutas is a faculty member at the University of Nicosia, affiliated with the School of Sciences and Engineering and the Department of Computer Science. He serves as the Rector of the university and has held various leadership roles, including Director of Academic Affairs and Chairperson of the Research Committee at Intercollege (1996-2007). His research focuses on 5G Networks, Relational and Object-Oriented Databases, and Quality Assurance in Higher Education and E-Learning. PhD in Object-Oriented Databases (University of London, 1996) CertEd in Teaching/Learning in Higher Education (University of North London, 1993) His recent work involves projects like LIFE TWO, SHIFT, UN4DRR, EGEA, and SPHERA, funded by ERASMUS+ and other international initiatives. Key collaborations include the TESLA Adaptive Trust-based e-assessment System and evaluations for Piraeus University of Applied Sciences. Scientific contributions span over 100 publications, with a focus on Network Optimization, Educational Technology, and Database Systems. Awards include PhD scholarships from the University of London, ORS, and the Leventis Foundation. Coordinated applications for the Diploma Supplement Label and ECTS Label Supervised PhD students in Database Systems and E-Learning Quality Assurance

• Structural Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Concrete Technology
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Prof. Dr. Serhan Şensoy is a Vice Rector and Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU). With over 25 years of academic experience, he specializes in structural engineering, seismic performance assessment, and corrosion effects on infrastructure. Education PhD in Civil Engineering, Eastern Mediterranean University (1999) MS in Civil Engineering, Eastern Mediterranean University (1995) BS in Civil Engineering, Eastern Mediterranean University (1993) Research Interests His research focuses on seismic vulnerability of reinforced concrete buildings, nonlinear dynamic analysis, soil-pile-structure interaction, and time-dependent degradation of structures due to corrosion. He has extensively studied meta-heuristic algorithms for collapse risk prediction and developed novel methods for stability coefficient analysis in earthquake engineering. Key trends in his recent publications include semi-active vibration control systems, biaxial seismic excitation effects, and machine learning applications for damage classification. Earlier works explored fundamental nonlinear oscillation theories and educational pedagogy in English teaching. Thesis Supervision Prof. Şensoy has supervised 8 PhD theses and 15 Master's theses, including studies on seismic strengthening techniques, fiber-reinforced concrete, and probabilistic demand modeling.

AHMET ÜNVERENView profile

Assistant Professor

• Evolutionary Algorithms
• Optimization
• Artificial Intelligence
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Ahmet Ünveren is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Eastern Mediterranean University's Faculty of Engineering. He maintains an active research profile in computational intelligence and optimization algorithms while supervising numerous graduate students. Education: PhD in Computer Engineering (1996-2002), Eastern Mediterranean University MS in Applied Mathematics & Computer (1994-1996), Eastern Mediterranean University BS in Applied Mathematics and Computers (1989-1994), Eastern Mediterranean University Dr. Ünveren's research focuses on evolutionary algorithms, optimization techniques, and artificial intelligence. His work spans multi-objective optimization, metaheuristics, and computational intelligence applications. He has developed novel approaches to problems like the quadratic assignment problem, vehicle routing, and nurse scheduling through hybrid algorithmic frameworks. His most recent publications demonstrate a continued focus on enhancing optimization algorithms through memory structures, hybrid approaches, and multi-objective frameworks. His research shows a progression from basic evolutionary algorithms to sophisticated hybrid methods incorporating reinforcement learning elements in recent work. Supervision: Dr. Ünveren has supervised numerous graduate students, including multiple PhD candidates and over 20 Master's students. His students' research covers evolutionary algorithms, optimization techniques, machine learning applications, and various computational intelligence methods. Current PhD students continue to explore reinforcement learning integration with evolutionary algorithms for complex optimization problems.

Vicky Papadopoulou LestaView profile

Associate Professor

• Theory of Algorithms and Complexity
• Computational Complexity
• Graph Theory
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Vicky Papadopoulou Lesta is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the European University Cyprus, where she holds a full-time position. Previously, she served as a Post-Doctorate Researcher at the University of Cyprus (2004-2008) and as a Visiting Lecturer at both the University of Patras (2003-2004) and the University of Cyprus (2007-2008). Her educational background includes a PhD (2003), Master's degree (2001), and Bachelor Diploma (1998), all in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras, Greece. Dr. Papadopoulou Lesta's research spans the Theory of Algorithms and Complexity with focus on Computational Complexity, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Approximation and Combinatorial Algorithms, Parallel Algorithms, Algorithmic Game Theory, and Distributed Systems. Her work has significant applications in Facility Allocation problems, Topological Network Control, Frequency Assignment, and Wireless Sensor Networks. Her publications appear in prestigious journals including Algorithmica, Theoretical Computer Science, and Computer Networks. Her research has been supported by European Union and Cypriot state-funded projects. Chair of Organizing Committee for 2nd International Symposium on Algorithmic Game Theory (2009) Co-editor of Springer LNCS proceedings for SAGT 2009 Scientific Program Committee member for ICALP 2015 Regular reviewer for Theoretical Computer Science journal She has contributed significantly to network security validation, nonfunctional requirements validation, and cooperative user network interactions, applying game theoretic approaches to solve complex computational problems in wireless networks and security systems.

Constantine DovrolisView profile

Professor

• Machine Learning
• Neuroscience
• Network Theory
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Constantine Dovrolis is a Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology’s School of Computer Science and Director of the Computation-based Science & Technology Research Center (CaSToRC) at The Cyprus Institute since January 2023. His interdisciplinary research merges Network Theory, Data Mining, and Machine Learning, with applications in climate science, biology, neuroscience, and neuro-inspired AI architectures. Education : Bachelor’s (Engr.Dipl.) from Technical University of Crete (1995) M.S. from University of Rochester (1996) Ph.D. from University of Wisconsin-Madison (2000) Research Focus : Recent work emphasizes neuro-inspired machine learning, leveraging brain network principles. Key areas include continual learning, sparse neural networks, and hierarchical task structure discovery. His group’s contributions address challenges in AI adaptability and interpretability. Projects & Funding : Current initiatives include EuroCC2 (HPC competence center), AGORA 3.0, PROTECT, GenAI4ED (EU Horizon Europe), and FINALITY MSCA Network. Funders include NSF, NIH, DOE, DARPA, Google, Microsoft, and Cisco. Labs & Teams : Leads CaSToRC, fostering collaborations in quantum computing, AI, computational modeling, HPC, and policy-driven innovation. Active in training PhD students and postdocs in interdisciplinary computational science.

Wojciech LipińskiView profile

Professor

• Solar Energy Engineering
• Thermal Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
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Prof. Wojciech Lipiński is a Professor at the Energy, Environment and Water Research Centre (EEWRC) of the Cyprus Institute. He holds a Master's in Environmental Engineering from Warsaw University of Technology (2000), a PhD in Mechanical and Process Engineering from ETH Zurich (2004), and a Habilitation in Energy Technology from ETH Zurich (2009). Previously, he worked at ETH Zurich (2004–2009), the University of Minnesota (2009–2013), and the Australian National University (2013–2021). His research focuses on solar energy engineering, particularly optical, thermal, and chemical aspects of concentrated solar thermal systems. Key areas include radiative transfer, high-temperature multiphase systems, and applications in solar fuel production, environmental separations, and thermal control. He leads studies on reactor design for solar thermochemical processes, including carbon capture and material processing. Prof. Lipiński is an editorial board member of Solar Energy , Journal of Quantitative Spectroscopy and Radiative Transfer , and Thermopedia . He is actively involved with the International Centre for Heat and Mass Transfer, American Institute of Chemical Engineers, and Eurotherm Committee. His accolades include the Elsevier/JQSRT Raymond Viskanta Award (2013), ASME Yellott Award (2020), and ASME Fellow status (2021). His recent work emphasizes scalable solar energy solutions, advanced coating materials, and carbon capture technologies. He collaborates internationally on projects like coral-inspired solar absorbers and hydrate-based CO₂ storage systems.