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Amalia Foka is an Assistant Professor in Computer Science Applications for the Arts at the Department of Fine Arts & Art Sciences , School of Fine Arts , University of Ioannina , Greece. She has held academic positions at the University of Patras (2005-2013), University of Ioannina (2005-2008), and Computer Technology Institute & Press "Diophantus" (2014-2015). Her research bridges Artificial Intelligence with Digital Art , focusing on Generative AI , Social Media Mining , and Human-Computer Interaction within artistic contexts. Education: BEng in Computer Systems Engineering (1998) from the University of Manchester Institute of Science & Technology (UMIST) , UK MSc in Advanced Control (1999) from UMIST PhD in Robotics (2005) from the Department of Computer Science , University of Crete Her artistic research includes projects like Bushwalking (StyleGAN2 landscape generation), Breaking the Silence (NLP analysis of taboo topics), and The Invisible Structures of the Artworld (social media-driven network visualization). She leads the Multimedia Lab at the University of Ioannina, focusing on AI in Creative Processes and Digital Interaction methodologies.

• Artificial Intelligence Applications in Arts
• Computer Science for Creative Practices
• Digital Interaction
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Athanasios Rontogiannis is an Associate Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). He holds a PhD in Signal Processing from the National University of Athens (1997) and has held roles including Research Director at the National Observatory of Athens (2017–2021). His research focuses on signal processing, machine learning, and hyperspectral image analysis. Education: MEng (Electrical Engineering, NTUA, 1991), M.A.Sc. (University of Victoria, Canada, 1993), PhD (Signal Processing, National University of Athens, 1997). Research interests include adaptive algorithms, sparse representations, and tensor models. He has served on editorial boards of IEEE Transactions on Signal Processing and EURASIP journals, receiving an honorary distinction in 2020. He is a Senior Member of IEEE and affiliated with EURASIP and the Technical Chamber of Greece. Key contributions span hyperspectral unmixing, Bayesian algorithms, and space data exploitation. His work integrates machine learning for applications in space science and signal processing.

• Signal Processing
• Machine Learning
• Computational Signal and Image Processing
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Ioannis Antoniadis is a Professor at the School of Mechanical Engineering , National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), and serves as the Dean and Director of the Dynamics and Acoustics Laboratory (DAL) . He has held academic positions since 1982, rising through the ranks from Scientific Research Assistant to full Professor since 2012. Education: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (NTUA, 1981), Ph.D. (NTUA, 1987) Research Focus: Vibration isolation, negative stiffness systems, smart materials, seismic protection, and energy conversion Key Projects: 25+ funded research initiatives including KDamper for seismic mitigation, TRANVIC for vehicle vibration control, and 3BUILD for 3D-printing construction systems His work has resulted in 15+ peer-reviewed publications on seismic protection devices and vibration control systems, with applications in bridges, wind turbines, and industrial equipment. He has taught courses in Dynamics and Vibrations , Noise Vibration , and Signal Processing at NTUA, while leading the Mechanical Design and Automatic Control Section .

• Vibration Isolation and Absorption
• Negative Stiffness Systems
• Meta-materials and Periodic Structures
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Kyprianos Papadimitriou is a Researcher at the Microprocessor and Hardware Laboratory within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Technical University of Crete . He holds a PhD in Electronic and Computer Engineering (2012) and has been involved in teaching laboratory courses such as Logic Design , Computer Architecture , and VLSI/ASIC Circuit Design . Research Areas : His work spans Reconfigurable Systems , Hardware Design , Computer Architecture , RFID Systems , and Real-Time Systems . He has developed innovative approaches in FPGA-based dynamic reconfiguration, MPSoC security, and 3D stereo vision for surveillance. Key Trends : Runtime reconfiguration for FPGAs Security frameworks for NoC-based MPSoCs Low-cost embedded vision systems Optimization of reconfiguration overhead Hardware task scheduling methodologies Genetic algorithm implementations on FPGAs Scientific Contributions : 1 USA patent (2005) Co-author of VLSI-SoC 2013 paper nominated for 1st Prize Active member of scientific committees (FPL, ReConFig) Peer reviewer for IEEE, Elsevier, and Springer journals Session chair at IEEE CNS and HPCC conferences Grants & Projects : Participated in competitive European and national programs, serving as scientific manager, coordinator, and technical coordinator. Developed spin-off company (2003-2005) to commercialize master's thesis research. Laboratory & Teaching : Affiliated with the Microprocessor and Hardware Laboratory , focusing on practical training in digital systems, processor-based systems, and VLSI design.

• Reconfigurable Systems
• Hardware Design
• Digital Systems
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Amalia Miliou is a Professor in the Department of Informatics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where she has served since 1993, progressing through the academic ranks from Lecturer to her current position as Professor since 2022. She holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Florida (1991) with specialization in Optoelectronics, following an MSc in the same field (1988) and a Physics degree from Aristotle University (1985). Her research focuses on optical communications systems, with specific expertise in optoelectronic circuits simulation, optical switching, optical RAM development, converged fiber-wireless technology, 5G networks, and secure optical communications using chaos theory. Over her career, she has supervised numerous graduate students across these research areas, with thesis topics spanning optical memory systems, fiber-wireless integration, chaos-based secure communications, and advanced optical network architectures. Her recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate a strong focus on next-generation optical networking solutions for 5G/6G applications, including fiber-wireless convergence, optical memory systems for high-speed networks, and innovative approaches to optical signal processing. Her work bridges fundamental photonics research with practical telecommunications applications, particularly in addressing the bandwidth and latency challenges of modern mobile networks. Professor Miliou has served as the Coordinator of the LLP-ERASMUS student exchange program at the Department of Informatics since 1997 and has held various administrative positions including membership in the University Senate and General Assembly. She has led and participated in numerous research projects, most recently focusing on technological improvements for 5G systems through optical-wireless network development (2019-2021), next-generation healthcare applications leveraging 6G networks (2023-2027), and photonic integrated circuits for random access memory (2012-2015).

• Optical Communications
• Optoelectronic Circuits
• Optical Switching
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Emmanouel (Manos) Varvarigos is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), where he leads the High Speed Communication Networks Laboratory. He holds a Diploma from NTUA (1988) and an M.S./Ph.D. from MIT (1990/1992). Prior roles include Professorships at UC Santa Barbara (1992-1998) and Delft University (1998-1999), and leadership at the University of Patras (1999-2015). He has coordinated over 30 EU research projects, including H2020 initiatives like ORCHESTRA and FLEXGRID. His research focuses on optical networking, cloud computing, smart energy grids, and high-speed network protocols. He has published over 450 papers and serves on numerous conference committees. Awards include the NSF Research Initiation Award. His lab employs 5 postdocs and 10+ PhD students, addressing challenges in networking, data centers, and grid computing. Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT, 1992 M.S., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT, 1990 Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering, NTUA, 1988 Research Interests: Optical networking, high-speed network protocols, data center architectures, cloud computing, smart energy grids, wireless networks, and distributed systems. Grants & Projects: Coordinated 7 EU projects (e.g., FLEXGRID, ORCHESTRA) and participated in 35+ others. National projects include roles as Scientific Director of the Greek School Network and CTI’s Network Technologies Division. Labs & Teams: Directs the High Speed Communication Networks Lab (HSCNL), collaborating with global institutions on optical networks, edge cloud, and smart grids. The lab’s work includes EU-funded projects on 5G, data centers, and renewable energy integration.

• Optical Networking
• High-Speed Networks
• Data Center Technologies
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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

• Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS)
• Optical Engineering
• Materials Analysis
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Athanasios Liavas is a Professor at the Technical University of Crete in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering , specializing in Signal Processing for Telecommunications and Information Theory . He has held administrative roles as Department Chair (2009-2011), Vice Chair (2011-2013), and Dean of the ECE School (2017-2021). Education: Diploma (1989) and PhD (1993) in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras. Professional Background: Postdoctoral Marie Curie Fellow at INT, Evry (1996-1998); Lecturer at University of Ioannina (1999-2001); Assistant/Associate Professor at University of the Aegean (2001-2004) and Technical University of Crete (2004-present). His research focuses on Signal Processing for Telecommunications , Information Theory , and Tensor Decomposition . Recent work involves nonnegative tensor factorization , parallel algorithms , and fMRI data analysis , with applications in wireless communications and medical imaging . Articles show trends in optimization algorithms , LDPC code design , and MIMO system robustness . Scientific Awards include: Marie Curie Fellowship (1996-1998) Associate Editor, IEEE Transactions on Signal Processing (2005-2009) Elected Member, IEEE Signal Processing for Communications and Networking Technical Committee (2006-2011) He has taught courses like Telecommunications Systems II , Wireless Communications , and Information Theory , and supervised students such as Despoina Tsipouridou (PhD) and Alex Balatsoukas-Stimming (Graduate). He leads projects like Partensor (Parallel Tensor Toolbox) and COOPCOM (Cooperative Communications), and contributes to labs including the Telecommunications Laboratory .

• Signal Processing for Telecommunications
• Information Theory
• Tensor Decomposition
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Pleros Nikos is a Professor in the Department of Informatics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), leading the Photonics Systems and Networks (Phos-Net) research group and co-founding the interdisciplinary Wireless and Photonic Systems and Networks (WinPhoS) research group in 2016 at AUTH’s Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation (C.I.R.I.). His office is located in Kalamaria, Office 15, with office hours Tuesday/Wednesday 10:00-12:00 and Thursday 16:00-17:00. His research spans optical and photonic systems, specializing in Optical Packet/Burst Switching, High-Speed Optical Signal Processing, Wireless Optical Networks (including Radio-over-fiber access networks), and High-Speed WDM/OTDM Optical Transmitters. The WinPhoS group, which integrates departments of Physics, Informatics, and Electrical Engineering, advances applications in integrated photonics, plasmonics, optical interconnects for DataCenters, neuromorphic photonics, and 5G mmWave fiber-wireless systems, supported by state-of-the-art laboratories for optical interconnects and mmWave testing. WinPhoS has participated in over 30 FP7 and Horizon EU research projects during the last 15 years, frequently serving as project coordinators, and maintains global collaborations with institutions and industry across Greece, Europe, the USA, and Japan. Professor Nikos actively mentors PhD students, with current openings in “Photonic Neural Networks and Photonic AI processors”, and oversees research grants focused on next-generation optical networking technologies.

• Optical Packet/Burst Switching
• High-Speed Optical Signal Processing
• Wireless Optical Networks – Radio-over-fiber access networks
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Scott Mahlke is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department at the University of Michigan. He is affiliated with the Advanced Computer Architecture Laboratory and the Software Systems Laboratory, where he leads the Compilers Creating Custom Processors (CCCP) research group. His research focuses on compilers, computer architecture, and high-level synthesis, with particular emphasis on designing next-generation computer systems that overcome challenges in performance, power consumption, and reliability. His work bridges the gap between hardware and software through innovative compiler technology that enables customized processors and accelerators. Mahlke's publications demonstrate a strong focus on compiler techniques for exploiting instruction-level parallelism, memory system optimization, and application-specific processor design. His research spans from fundamental compiler algorithms to practical implementations in both general-purpose and embedded systems. National Science Foundation CAREER Award (2003) Morris Wellman Faculty Development Assistant Professor (2004) 2006 ISCA Most Influential Paper Award Multiple best paper awards at major architecture conferences As an advisor, Mahlke has chaired numerous Ph.D. dissertations and actively mentors graduate students in the CCCP group. His research is generously funded by the National Science Foundation, Gigascale Systems Research Center, ARM Ltd., Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology, and other major organizations. The CCCP group maintains strong industry partnerships that facilitate the transfer of research innovations to practical applications.

• Compilers
• Computer Architecture
• High-level Synthesis
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Efthimios S. Skordas is an Associate Professor of Experimental Solid State Physics at the Department of Physics, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Born in Lefkada, Greece in 1960, he holds a Mathematics degree (1984) from the University of Crete and a Doctorate (1992) from Uppsala University, Sweden. His research focuses on seismicity analysis through the lens of natural time analysis, complex systems, and non-extensive statistical mechanics. University of Crete (1984, Mathematics) Uppsala University (1992, Doctorate) His work demonstrates deep expertise in earthquake prediction, detection of pre-seismic anomalies through geoelectric/magnetic field variations, and entropy dynamics under time reversal. Recent publications highlight applications of natural time analysis to diverse domains including cardiovascular health monitoring. He has authored over 120 peer-reviewed publications and two monographs, with an h-index of 32. Skordas' research bridges geophysics with interdisciplinary applications, showing particular emphasis on entropy fluctuations, order parameter analysis, and multi-scale seismicity patterns. His laboratory contributes to understanding the physical interconnection of seismic electric signals with earthquake dynamics.

• Geophysics
• Seismicity Analysis
• Natural Time Analysis
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Nikos Pleros serves as a Professor in the Department of Informatics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), where he leads the Wireless and Photonic Systems and Networks (WinPhoS) research group established in 2016 at AUTH’s Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation (C.I.R.I.). This interdisciplinary initiative bridges the Departments of Physics, Informatics, and Electrical and Computer Engineering, focusing on advanced research in communication systems and networks. His research spans critical domains in photonics and optical networking, including Optical Packet Switching, High-Speed Optical Signal Processing, Wireless Optical Access Networks, and High-Speed Optical Telephony Switching Systems. Additional expertise encompasses Integrated Photonics, Plasmonics, Optical Interconnects for Data Centers, Optical Computing architectures, Neuromorphic Photonics, and 5G mmWave fiber-wireless integration, addressing next-generation computing and telecommunications challenges. WinPhoS operates world-class laboratories featuring high-speed optical interconnect testbeds, 5G mmWave platforms, and Photonic Integrated Circuit characterization facilities. With over 30 FP7 and Horizon EU research projects coordinated in the past 15 years, the group maintains global collaborations across Greece, Europe, the USA, and Japan. Current initiatives include two active PhD openings in Photonic Neural Networks and Photonic AI processors, reflecting ongoing innovation in neuromorphic computing hardware.

• Optical Packet Switching
• High-Speed Optical Signal Processing
• Wireless Optical Access Networks
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Yannis Stylianou is Professor of Speech Processing at University of Crete and Senior Research Scientist at Apple. Former positions include AT&T Labs Research, Bell-Labs, and Toshiba Cambridge Research Lab. IEEE Fellow with PhD from ENST-Paris and over 200 publications. Research spans: Adaptive speech/audio modeling Neural speech synthesis/enhancement Biomedical signal processing Awards include: IEEE Fellowship French Ministry Research Fellowship ENST Graduate Scholarship Recent work focuses on neural TTS architectures, intelligibility enhancement, and multimodal synthesis. Organizes annual International Summer School on Speech Processing.

• Speech Signal Processing
• Audio Signal Processing
• Biomedical Signal Processing
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Michael Mühlebach is a Lecturer at the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering at ETH Zurich, affiliated with the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Tübingen, Germany. He received Bachelor (2010) and Master (2013) degrees from ETH Zurich, awarded the Outstanding D-MAVT Bachelor Award and Willi-Studer Prize for top performance. His research specializes in multibody dynamics , control of nonlinear systems , and model predictive control , with applications in robotics and aerospace systems. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on theoretical control frameworks validated through experimental platforms like ducted fans and reaction-wheel systems. Awards: Outstanding D-MAVT Bachelor Award Willi-Studer Prize (Best Master in Robotics, Systems, and Control)

• Multibody dynamics
• Control of nonlinear systems
• Model predictive control

Professor Alexiou Aggeliki is a faculty member at the Department of Digital Systems, University of Piraeus, specializing in 'Wireless Communication Systems.' She holds a Diploma in Electrical & Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (1994) and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Imperial College, University of London (2000). Previously, she worked at Bell Laboratories (now Nokia Bell Labs) from 1999 to 2009, first as a Researcher and later as Technical Manager. Her research focuses on advanced wireless systems, including smart antennas, MIMO, 5G/6G networks, and machine learning applications. She leads the H2020 projects TERRANOVA (Coordinator) and ARIADNE (Technical Coordinator), and chairs the Wireless World Research Forum's Radio Communication Technologies and High Frequencies Radio Communication Technologies working groups. She is a member of IEEE, IET, and the Greek Engineers Association.

• Wireless Communication Systems
• 5G and Beyond Networks
• MIMO Systems
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