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Pinon Hermida VictorView profile

Researcher

• Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS)
• Optical Engineering
• Materials Analysis
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Dr. Pinon Hermida Victor is a Researcher at the Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser (IESL) under the Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH). He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of A Coruña (2011) and has conducted extensive research on Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS), focusing on femtosecond lasers, double-pulse configurations, and applications in material analysis, archaeology, and environmental science. His career includes roles at Applied Photonics Ltd (UK) as Senior Applications Scientist (2014-2020) and postdoctoral fellowships at FORTH-IESL through the Marie Curie ATLAS program (2006-2008). Research interests span LIBS methodology development, optical fiber systems for high-power lasers, and software for spectral analysis. Notable contributions include portable LIBS instrument design and radiation-resistant optical components for nuclear facilities. Awards include the 2008 LIBS Contest and the 2011 Premio Extraordinario de Doctorado. Recent work focuses on applying LIBS to archaeological mollusc shell analysis for climate and environmental studies. He collaborates internationally on LIBS quantification challenges and instrument durability in harsh environments. Education: PhD in Physics (2011), University of A Coruña; Diploma in Physics (2001), University of Santiago de Compostela Key Roles: Senior Applications Scientist (Applied Photonics), Marie Curie Fellow (FORTH-IESL), Researcher (Laboratory of Industrial Applications of Lasers) Lab Affiliations: IESL-FORTH and University of A Coruña laser labs

• Power Systems
• Electrical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Integration
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Pavlos S. Georgilakis is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), specializing in modern techniques for power system analysis, optimization, and renewable energy integration. He holds a Diploma (1990) and PhD (2000) in Electrical Engineering from NTUA. His career includes roles as Lecturer (2009) and Associate Professor (2018–2023) at NTUA, and Assistant Professor at the Technical University of Crete (2004–2009). Research focuses on power transmission/distribution systems, transformer design, and applying AI/optimization for grid efficiency. He led 10 research projects, including Horizon 2020 initiatives SHAR-Q, WiseGRID, and NobelGrid. He authored 3 books and over 230 publications (SCOPUS citations: >5,500). Editor of IET Smart Grid, Energies, and Electricity journals; senior IEEE member. He supervised 4 doctoral, 9 master’s, and 76 diploma theses. Awards include the 2013 Best Reviewer Award from Electric Power Systems Research. Active in energy storage, smart grids, and decentralized energy resource integration.

• Service-Oriented Architectures and Information Systems
• Web Data Engineering
• Web Engineering and Web Modeling
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Ioannis Tzimas is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the University of Peloponnese. He is a highly active researcher with numerous publications in areas of Service-Oriented Architectures, Web Engineering, Big Data, and Artificial Intelligence applications. University: University of Peloponnese Department: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Academic Rank: Professor Email: tzimas@uop.gr Ioannis Tzimas received his education from the Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics of the University of Patras, where he also completed his PhD in Web Engineering. His research spans multiple interdisciplinary domains at the intersection of computer science and practical applications. Service-Oriented Architectures and Information Systems Web Data Engineering and Web Modeling Big Data Management and Data Science Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Applications Digital Ecosystems and Digital Transformation for the Public Sector Bioinformatics Professor Tzimas' recent research output demonstrates a strategic focus on applying advanced computational techniques to address contemporary challenges. His work shows particular expertise in labor market analysis using large language models, electricity demand forecasting in Greece, and social protection systems. His publications reveal a pattern of bridging theoretical computer science with practical, real-world applications across multiple sectors. Since 2018, he has served as an international consultant to the World Bank in the field of information systems and digital transformation, working on projects across Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, the Pacific Islands, and China. His earlier career included significant technical leadership roles at the University of Patras and other Greek institutions. Technical Manager of the Graphics, Multimedia and Geographic Systems Laboratory (1996-2018) Technical Coordinator of the Internet and Multimedia Technologies Research Unit (1997-2011) Scientific Manager of the Network Management Center of the TEI of Messolonghi (2009-mid 2013)

• Wireless transmission
• Wireless relay networks
• Software-defined radio
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Aggelos Bletsas Aggelos Bletsas is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the Technical University of Crete (TUC). He holds a PhD from MIT and has expertise in wireless communication, backscatter radio, and IoT. His research focuses on ultra-low-cost sensor networks and ambiently-powered systems. Education PhD in Media Arts and Sciences, MIT (2005) MSc in Media Arts and Sciences, MIT (2001) 5-year Diploma in Electrical & Computer Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1998) Research Interests Bletsas' work spans scalable wireless networks, backscatter radio, RFID systems, and energy harvesting. He pioneers batteryless IoT devices and environmental sensing technologies. His lab develops hardware and algorithms for low-cost, long-range communication. Awards & Recognition IEEE Fellow (2023) 2012-2013 TUC Research Excellence Award Multiple Best Paper Awards (ISWCS, RFID-TA, SENSORS) IEEE ComSoc and RFID Council Distinguished Lecturer (2022-2025) Labs & Projects Bletsas leads the Telecommunications Laboratory at TUC, focusing on batteryless sensors, scatter radio, and robotic inventory systems. Key projects include 'Internet of Plants' and ambiently-powered inference networks.

• Microwave Theory and Techniques
• Wireless Communications
• MIMO Systems
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Professor Dimitra Kaklamani is a distinguished faculty member at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), where she serves as a Professor in the Division of Information Transmission Systems and Material Technology. With over 300 publications to her name, she has established herself as a leading researcher in microwave engineering, wireless communications, and computational electromagnetics, having progressed through academic ranks from Lecturer (1995) to Professor (2009). Her research spans numerous critical areas in electrical engineering: Microwave Theory and Techniques Wireless Communications and MIMO Systems Computational Electromagnetics Object-Oriented and Distributed Computing Security & Privacy in Networked Systems Machine Learning Applications in Telecommunications Professor Kaklamani's research trajectory demonstrates a natural evolution from traditional microwave engineering toward cutting-edge areas like AI-enabled wireless communications and privacy-preserving network architectures. Her recent work (2023-2025) shows particular focus on intelligent metasurfaces for wireless communications, federated learning applications in next-generation networks, and security aspects of 5G/6G systems. This reflects both continuity with her foundational work in computational electromagnetics and adaptation to emerging technological frontiers. She serves as Editor of an international book by Springer-Verlag (2000) in applied Computational Electromagnetics and regularly reviews for IEEE journals, demonstrating her standing in the scholarly community. Her teaching portfolio is equally comprehensive, ranging from foundational courses like Linear Circuits Analysis to advanced topics such as Computational Electromagnetics and Machine Learning in Mobile Computing, reflecting her broad expertise across electrical engineering disciplines.

Angelos KanasView profile

Professor

• Finance
• International Finance
• Financial Markets
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Angelos Kanas is a Professor of Finance at the Department of Economics within the School of Economics, Business and International Studies at the University of Piraeus. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to finance, banking, and econometric modeling, supported by continuous research funding from entities including NATO and the European Union. His educational background includes undergraduate studies funded by the Hellenic National Scholarships Foundation (I.K.Y.), an M.Sc. supported by the Bodosakis Foundation, and a Ph.D. financed by the National Scholarships Foundation (I.K.Y.). Kanas specializes in Finance, International Finance, Financial Markets, Financial Risks and Protection, and Banking. His research integrates advanced quantitative methods to analyze systemic risk, market efficiency, and policy impacts, with particular focus on regime-switching models and DEA efficiency measurements. Recent work explores intersections between climate finance, banking stability, and corporate governance. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals an evolving research trajectory: early work (2005-2013) established expertise in exchange rate dynamics and asset pricing, while post-2015 research increasingly addresses banking regulation, systemic risk prediction, and methodological innovations in efficiency analysis. Current work (2022-2025) demonstrates strong engagement with climate-related financial risks and AI applications in finance. Hellenic National Scholarships Foundation (I.K.Y) studentship (undergraduate, three annual) Bodosakis Foundation scholarship (M.Sc.) National Scholarships Foundation (I.K.Y.) scholarship (Ph.D.) Kanas has secured research funding from NATO and EU bodies, reflecting recognition of his work's policy relevance. His extensive refereeing activities across 30+ journals including Journal of International Economics and Journal of Banking and Finance demonstrate scholarly leadership. He teaches core finance courses including International Finance and Special Topics in Finance, and has authored two academic books: Principles of Investment Analysis and Financial Markets (2021) and FinTech and Machine Learning: Basic Principles and Applications (2023).

Andrew N. LiaropoulosView profile

Associate Professor

• International Security
• Cybersecurity
• Intelligence Studies
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Dr. Andrew N. Liaropoulos is an Associate Professor at the University of Piraeus, Department of International and European Studies, specializing in international security, cybersecurity, and strategic studies. He holds a Master's from Aberystwyth University and a Doctorate from Swansea University. His research focuses on intelligence reform, hybrid threats, European security, and cyber warfare. He has served as Director of the Laboratory of Intelligence and Cybersecurity (2015-2021) and currently sits on the Scientific Board of the Observatory on Hybrid Threats under Greece's Ministry of Digital Governance. He has held visiting scholar positions at the Center for European and North Atlantic Affairs (Slovakia) and National Chengchi University (Taiwan). His editorial roles include membership on the boards of the Journal of Information Warfare and Journal of European and American Intelligence Studies . Key interests include the intersection of technology and conflict, digital sovereignty, and strategic narratives in information warfare. His work spans geopolitical analyses of cyber threats, European defense strategy, and the evolving digital landscape's impact on global security. Recent contributions address AI in warfare, social media's role in conflict, and EU digital autonomy. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy implications, emphasizing human-centric cybersecurity approaches and institutional reform.

• Security
• IoT
• Computer and Network Security
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Dimitrios G. Myridakis is a Postdoctoral Researcher and Military Research Associate at the Department of Computer Sciences and Biomedical Informatics, University of Thessaly (School of Science). He holds a Ph.D. from the same department and has been affiliated with research teams funded by NOKIA Bell Labs. His roles include Teaching Assistant for the course “Embedded Computer Systems in Biomedicine,” and participation in multiple academic committees such as the Scientific Technical Program Committee of IEEE Potentials Magazine and EAI International Conferences. Education: BSc in Computer Engineering and Computer Technology (2012) MSc in Informatics and Telematics (2014) Ph.D. in Computer Sciences and Biomedical Informatics (2021) His research focuses on IoT Security , Embedded Systems , Hardware-Based Threat Mitigation , and Machine Learning Applications . He explores techniques like power dissipation monitoring, supply current threshold analysis, and biometric security in smart healthcare devices. His work emphasizes real-time anomaly detection and botnet prevention in IoT ecosystems, often with biomedical informatics integration. Scientific Awards: 2018 ICCE Berlin OUTSTANDING PAPERS AWARDS Highlight on Future Internet 2020 Magazine Cover Scholarship & Funding from NOKIA Bell Labs Advising and Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, his research is funded by NOKIA Bell Labs and Nokia. He has contributed to teaching and academic review processes, including roles as a Scientific Jury member and reviewer for conferences like SEEDA-CECNSM 2019 and SecRioT 2019. His work aligns with advancing cybersecurity through hardware and embedded system innovations. Labs and Teams: Member of the Intelligent Systems Laboratory (ISL) , A2rTEST Creative Team , and the IEEE Student Branch at the University of Thessaly. He has developed prototypes for smart healthcare systems and participated in competitions, demonstrating practical applications of his research in IoT security and embedded systems.

Konstantinos A. TsintotasView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Computer Vision
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Konstantinos A. Tsintotas is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Information and Electronic Engineering, International Hellenic University. His research focuses on artificial intelligence, robotics, computer vision, and their applications in smart cities, healthcare, and manufacturing. He is actively involved in advancing AI-driven systems for critical infrastructure management, robotic vision, and embedded device technologies. His work spans theoretical advancements and practical implementations, including projects like SLAM algorithms for autonomous navigation, deep learning models for medical diagnosis, and IoT-integrated smart supply chains. Tsintotas also explores ethical implications of AI in human action recognition and contributes to neuromorphic computing through spiking neural networks. Key technical contributions include ReJSHand (real-time hand pose estimation), fall detection systems for embedded devices, and visual place recognition frameworks. His interdisciplinary approach bridges computer science, electrical engineering, and biomedical applications, reflecting a strong commitment to innovation at the hardware-software interface. Notable trends in his publications emphasize AI ethics, multimodal perception for robotics, and low-power embedded solutions. Ongoing work includes advancing digital twin technologies for supply chains and refining bio-inspired neural architectures for robotics applications.

George KorresView profile

Professor

• Power System Analysis
• Power System Operations
• Power Systems Protection
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Professor George Korres specializes in Electric Power Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens. His research encompasses power system analysis, protection schemes, and industrial control systems. Teaching responsibilities include courses on: Supervision/Management of Energy Systems Energy Control Centers Power System Protection Recent research focuses on advanced state estimation techniques for modern power grids, particularly hybrid measurement systems combining SCADA and PMU data. Publications demonstrate applications in transmission networks, HVDC systems, distribution grids with renewable integration, and adaptive protection for island systems.

Nikolaos MalamosView profile

Associate Professor

• Hydrology
• Irrigation Engineering
• Water Resources Management
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Nikolaos Malamos serves as an Associate Professor at the Agricultural University of Athens within the School of Environment and Agricultural Engineering, specifically in the Department of Natural Resources Development & Agricultural Engineering. His academic foundation includes graduation from the Agricultural University of Athens, postgraduate studies at the National Technical University of Athens' School of Civil Engineering, and a PhD in Agricultural Sciences. His research spans critical domains of agricultural hydrology with particular emphasis on: Soil-water-plant-atmosphere relationships and water movement in soil Mathematical simulation of water resources systems Hydroinformatics and spatial analysis methodologies Irrigation engineering and drainage systems Climate-hydrology interactions including evapotranspiration modeling His recent publication trajectory reveals intensifying focus on climate-resilient water management, stochastic rainfall frameworks, and water-energy-food nexus applications, particularly within Mediterranean agricultural contexts. Scientific recognition includes his role as Associate Editor for the Hydrological Sciences Journal, the official publication of the International Association of Hydrological Sciences (IAHS). Associate Editor, Hydrological Sciences Journal (IAHS) Professor Malamos actively leads research projects addressing irrigation optimization, hydrological modeling, and water resource sustainability. His work integrates field studies with computational approaches, frequently collaborating on national infrastructure initiatives like Greece's OpenHy.net water monitoring system. Current projects emphasize climate adaptation strategies for Greek agriculture, particularly in vineyards and greenhouse systems. He directs research activities within the Agricultural Hydraulics Laboratory, focusing on practical applications of hydrological theory to agricultural water management challenges across diverse Greek landscapes.

Sotirios KokosisView profile

Associate Professor

• Automated control systems
• Industrial Automation
• Power Electronics
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Sotirios Kokosis is a Teaching and Research Associate at the Department of Information Technology and Computers, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) since the 2021-22 academic year. He holds a Diploma in Electrical & Computer Engineering from NTUA (1992) and a Doctor of Engineering from the same institution (2016). Prior to his academic role, he served as a permanent teacher in secondary education (2004-2021) and worked as an engineer in the INTRACOM Group and APTRONIC HELAS S.A., focusing on military-grade power electronics and firmware development. His research interests span automated control systems firmware, industrial automation, power electronics, and wireless energy transfer to medical implants. He teaches undergraduate courses including Programming Techniques, Microprocessor Systems, Microprocessors Laboratory, VLSI Systems Design, and Embedded System Design. His scholarly work emphasizes power electronics applications in medical devices and semiconductor device optimization. Recent publications analyze inductive charging systems for biomedical implants and SiC transistor performance in high-frequency applications.

Ioannis F. GonoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Power Systems Protection
• Lightning Protection
• Grounding Systems
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Ioannis F. Gono is an Assistant Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), specializing in the Division of Industrial Electric Devices and Decision Systems. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering (2002), a Diploma in Pedagogy (1997), and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering (1993), all from NTUA. His research focuses on power systems protection, lightning protection, grounding systems, and electromagnetic compatibility. He has authored numerous publications in journals like IEEE Transactions and Electric Power Systems Research , and has contributed to international conferences such as ISH, ICLP, and MEDPOWER. His work explores topics including transient grounding behavior, soil ionization, and nanofluid-based insulation materials. Prof. Gono has held roles as a lecturer (2013–2015) and researcher at NTUA's High Voltage Laboratory (2002–2013). He has organized conferences, served on technical committees, and advised on projects like the DEFKALION-THALIS initiative for ship lightning protection. His expertise spans experimental and computational methods in high-voltage engineering, with a focus on practical applications in renewable energy systems and grid resilience.

Papageorgas PanagiotisView profile

Professor

• Embedded Systems
• Wireless Sensor Networks
• Internet of Things (IoT)
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Papageorgas Panagiotis is a tenured Professor in the Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering at the University of West Attica, where he directs the Laboratory of Smart Technologies, Renewable Energy Sources and Quality. He holds a B.Sc. in Physics (1984) and a Ph.D. in Physics (1995) from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). His career includes research roles at NKUA's Departments of Electronics and Applied Physics (1985–1994) and Informatics and Telecommunications (1994–2002), followed by a professorship at the Piraeus University of Applied Sciences (PUAS) until 2018. Research focuses on embedded systems, wireless sensor networks (WSNs), IoT, smart grids, and cyber-physical systems (CPS). He has authored/co-authored over 100 publications addressing topics like energy efficiency, smart cities, and environmental monitoring. His work spans applications in renewable energy systems, sensor network architectures, and low-power wide-area networks (LPWAN). Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in Electronics I, Modern Microcomputer Systems, and Mechatronics, as well as postgraduate modules on Embedded Systems, Cyber-Physical Systems, and Wireless Sensor Networks. He actively participates in international conferences like the Technologies and Materials for Renewable Energy, Environment and Sustainability (TMREES) series. Key projects include developing low-cost PV I-V curve tracers, smart LED lighting platforms (LEDWIRE), and emergency communication systems using SD-WAN and LPWAN technologies. His lab emphasizes practical implementations of IoT and CPS for sustainability and resilience, with recent contributions to smart agriculture, emergency ventilators via 3D printing, and blockchain-based energy metering.

Eleni Ekaterini LeligouView profile

Professor

• Computer Networks
• Industrial Web Server Applications
• Blockchain Technology
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Professor Eleni Ekaterini Leligou is a full-time faculty member at the University of West Attica , serving in the Department of Industrial Design and Production Engineering since November 2017. Previously, she taught at the Technological Educational Institution of Central Greece (2007–2017) and was a research associate at the National Technical University of Athens (1998–2007). Education Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1995) PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1998–2002) – thesis graded “Excellent” Research Interests Her work lies at the intersection of computer networks, blockchain, Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence with a strong emphasis on industrial and energy-management applications . Specific themes include trust and routing protocols for sensor networks, FPGA-based acceleration of network algorithms, blockchain-enabled network security, IoT solutions for smart energy systems, and federated-learning models for maritime energy optimisation. Teaching Contributions At undergraduate level she delivers core courses on Internet Technology in the Digital Industry, Cloud Computing Engineering and Data Security and Protection . At postgraduate level she contributes to four distinct programmes: Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning (inter-departmental MSc), Information Systems (Hellenic Open University), Production and Service Automation , and New Technologies in Shipping and Transportation . Publications Overview Her 2024–2025 scholarly output demonstrates an aggressive push toward next-generation networks (6G, LiFi, RIS), blockchain integration in diverse domains (gaming, supply-chain, PLC security), and AI/ML methodologies ranging from federated learning to GAN-based image generation, all applied to industrial, maritime and educational contexts. Laboratory & Teams She conducts her research within the Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Systems Laboratory – EYNES , leading projects that blend networked embedded systems, AI and blockchain technologies.