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Han OlffView profile

Professor

• Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Ecosystem Dynamics
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Han Olff is a Professor in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at the University of Groningen, leading the Olff group focused on Community and Conservation Ecology. He holds significant roles in conservation organizations, including Chair of the Scientific Council at the Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) and the NWA route Environmental Quality. His research explores ecosystem structure, plant-animal interactions, and ecological theory, with applications to nature conservation globally. Research interests center on diverse ecosystems, from temperate to tropical, emphasizing experimental approaches and theory development. Key areas include biodiversity loss mitigation, wetland restoration, and coastal conservation. Recent projects involve the Wadden Sea, East African rangelands, and the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. His work bridges academic research and conservation practice, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals. Notable activities include chairing national environmental councils and advising on conservation strategies. Supervised over 35 students, many involved in interdisciplinary projects addressing global environmental challenges. Labs/teams include the Olff group and collaborations under initiatives like CurveBend (biodiversity restoration) and CoCoST (Serengeti-Mara ecosystem sustainability). Grants include Dutch Research Agenda funding for projects on biodiversity and environmental quality.

• Partial Differential Equations
• Mathematical Biology
• Epidemiological Modeling
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Nikolaos Gialelis holds a dual academic background in Mathematics and Medicine. He is currently a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens while completing an Obstetrics and Gynecology residency. His interdisciplinary research spans mathematical analysis (nonlinear Schrödinger equations, PDE solvability) and biomedical applications (epidemiological modeling, oncology, acid-base physiology). He has published extensively in journals like Communications in Partial Differential Equations and Acta Physiologica , with recent focus on pandemic modeling and cancer progression mechanisms. His educational journey includes dual bachelor's degrees in Mathematics (2012) and Medicine (2018), followed by master's and doctoral studies in applied mathematics and surgical oncology. Professional clinical experience includes rotations at General Anticancer Oncological Hospital 'Agios Savvas' and multiple teaching hospitals in Greece. He maintains active collaborations in mathematical biology and public health policy analysis. Education: BSc Mathematics (2008-2012) MSc Applied Mathematics (2012-2014) BSc Medicine (2014-2018) MSc Surgical Oncology (2019-2020) PhD Mathematics (2016-2019) Research Interests: Mathematical modeling of biological systems, PDE theory, clinical epidemiology, oncology dynamics His recent work explores vaccine efficacy modeling (Italy case study) and HPV-driven cervical neoplasia progression. He has developed frameworks for comparing age-based vs. horizontal lockdown strategies during pandemics. Clinical interests include ultrasonography in obstetrics and breast disease management.

Ioannis CharalampopoulosView profile

Lecturer

• Bioclimatology
• Agroclimatology
• Urban Climate Studies
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Ioannis Charalampopoulos is a bioclimatologist at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), Greece, affiliated with the Faculty of Crop Science and the Department of Agricultural Meteorology. His research focuses on agroclimatology, urban climate dynamics, and the application of computational tools like R and Python in environmental data analysis. He is actively involved in courses such as Agricultural Meteorology and leads the Ioannis Charalampopoulos Lab , which explores topics ranging from vineyard climate adaptation to urban thermal comfort. His research interests include the climatic impacts on human behavior, viticulture climatology, and the development of climate services for agriculture. He has contributed to studies on bioclimatic indices (e.g., de Martonne, Emberger) and their projections under climate change scenarios, emphasizing their implications for ecosystems and agricultural practices. His work also addresses urban microclimate optimization, particularly in Mediterranean cities like Athens. Charalampopoulos has collaborated on projects involving remote sensing and sensor technology for crop water management, and he advocates for interdisciplinary approaches to climate adaptation in vulnerable habitats. His lab’s methodologies integrate geospatial analysis, microclimate modeling, and policy frameworks to address environmental challenges. He maintains an active presence in both academic and applied research, bridging theoretical climatology with practical solutions for sustainable agriculture and urban design. His research outputs reflect a commitment to advancing bioclimatic science with real-world applications.

• Environmental Engineering
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Atmospheric Pollution
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Karatzas Georgios is a Professor at the School of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Crete. His research focuses on environmental engineering , with specific emphasis on air quality management , water resources , and environmental informatics . He utilizes computational fluid dynamics for atmospheric pollution studies and GIS-based tools for spatial analysis. Email: gkaratzas@tuc.gr Office: K1.111, CHIMIPER Building Research Trends: His recent publications highlight applications of machine learning for pollution prediction, hybrid modeling for solar radiation forecasting, and Lagrangian particle models for industrial emission tracking. Key sub-fields include urban air quality , wastewater reuse , and noise pollution mapping . Technical Expertise: He develops web-based platforms for real-time environmental data visualization and maintains open-source tools for atmospheric dispersion modeling . His work integrates remote sensing , CFD simulations , and environmental GIS for comprehensive impact assessments.

• Keystroke Dynamics
• Machine Learning
• Data Mining
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Ioannis Tsimperidis is a Researcher at the Department of Informatics, Democritus University of Thrace (DUTH). His career includes roles as a Secondary Education teacher (2006-2021) and industry executive (2003-2004). Since 2021, he has been affiliated with DUTH's DI.PAE unit, focusing on interdisciplinary research. Education: BSc (Electrical & Computer Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 1997); MSc/PhD (Democritus University of Thrace, 2002/2017). Research interests span keystroke dynamics for user profiling, machine learning applications in cybersecurity and education, and deep learning for material defect detection. His work bridges behavioral science and engineering, with notable contributions to age/education-level prediction via typing patterns and marble crack detection via RGB-thermal fusion. Publications reflect a dual focus: technical advancements in keystroke-based user identification and pedagogical innovations in STEM education. His 2023-2024 work highlights cross-disciplinary impact, applying AI to both industrial (marble quality control) and educational challenges (mobile tech barriers). No awards/grants explicitly mentioned. Advising record unavailable. Active in multiple educational structures including IN.EP., D.I.E.K., and K.E.K., demonstrating sustained engagement with diverse educational frameworks.

Alex KaragrigoriouView profile

Associate Professor

• Applied Probability
• Statistical Modeling
• Biostatistics
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Alex Karagrigoriou is an Associate Professor of Statistics at the University of Piraeus, Department of Statistics and Insurance Science. He holds a BSc in Mathematics from the University of Patras, an MA and PhD in Mathematical Statistics from the University of Maryland, USA. His academic career includes roles at the University of Cyprus (1992–2014), the University of the Aegean (2014–2024), and adjunct positions at the Hellenic Open University (2014–present) and Mediterranean Institute of Management (1994–1998). Prior academic roles include work in the USA Department of Agriculture (1986–1992) and maritime sector experience (1980–1986). His research focuses on Applied Probability , Statistical Modeling , Reliability Theory , and Actuarial Mathematics . He has authored/co-authored over 100 journal articles, 10 edited volumes, and 40 conference proceedings, with notable contributions in divergence measures, semi-Markov processes, and risk modeling. His work has been cited over 1,400 times (h-index=17). Key achievements include supervising 3 postdocs, 6 PhDs, and 50 Master’s students, many of whom have received awards such as the Best Young Statistician Award (2007, 2018, 2021). His research trends emphasize stochastic modeling of complex systems, entropy-based inference, and interdependency patterns in econometric data. Labs/Teams: Active collaborator in interdisciplinary projects involving reliability engineering, biostatistics, and financial risk analysis. Serves as Co-Editor of Journal of Reliability and Statistical Studies and contributor to multiple international journals.

• Digital Signal Processing
• Spectral Analysis
• Pattern Recognition
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Maria Ragousi is a faculty member in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of West Attica, affiliated with the School of Engineering. She holds a PhD in Digital Signal Processing and Pattern Recognition from NTUA (1994), an MSc from the University of Virginia (1990), and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from NTUA (1987). Her academic role is as a Lecturer, focusing on courses such as Digital Signal Processing, Biomedical Signal Processing, and Educational Technologies. Education: PhD (1994): Digital Signal Processing & Pattern Recognition, NTUA MSc (1990): Digital Signal Processing, University of Virginia Diploma (1987): Electrical Engineering, NTUA Her research interests span Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Spectral Analysis, Pattern Recognition (including neural networks and genetic algorithms), Biomedical Signal Processing, Wireless Sensor Networks for environmental monitoring, and E-Learning technologies. She has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications, including work on EEG-based person identification, environmental sound classification, and educational data mining. Recent research emphasizes integrating machine learning into education and developing tools for environmental acoustic monitoring. She has collaborated on projects like the ESOUNDMAPS initiative, deploying wireless sensor networks for real-time environmental sound mapping. Her work also explores active learning methodologies in physics education and visualization of e-learning platform data. Maria advises courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including specialized programs in medical signal analysis and smart electronic systems. She actively participates in academic governance and has led several educational innovation projects funded by national and international grants.

Sapountzaki GaliniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Greek Sign Language (GSL) Grammar
• Deaf Education
• Educational Technology for Sign Languages
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Sapountzaki Galini is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Special Education, University of Thessaly, specializing in Greek Sign Language (GSL). She has held this position since January 2012 and teaches courses on GSL linguistics and methodology. Her work focuses on language acquisition in deaf communities, educational accessibility, and technology-enhanced learning platforms for sign languages. Education: PhD in Linguistics (2005) from the University of Bristol Diploma in GSL Interpreting (1997) Bachelor’s in Philology (1994) from the Athens School of Philosophy Research Interests: Dr. Sapountzaki’s work bridges theoretical linguistics and applied education. She explores grammar structures in GSL, particularly tense/aspect markers, and advocates for bilingual education for deaf students. Her projects include developing e-learning platforms like SL-ReDu for GSL recognition and assessment, emphasizing 3D modeling and multimodal data fusion. She also examines the impact of language deprivation on deaf children and strategies for remote GSL instruction during crises like the pandemic. Grants & Advising: No specific grants listed, but her work is supported by projects like SYNENNOISI and DIANOIMA. She has advised on curricula for deaf education programs and collaborates with institutions like the Neuropsychology Laboratory and Pedagogical Institute. Her teaching spans special education teacher training and interpreter education. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Institute of Speech Processing (ISL) and the University of Thessaly’s Special Education Committee. Active in designing GSL video texts and accessibility tools for public schools.

• Digital Communications
• Wireless Communications
• Satellite Communication Systems
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George P. Efthymoglou is a Professor at the Department of Digital Systems, University of Piraeus, Greece, since 2002. He currently serves as Department Chair and teaches courses including Advanced Topics in Wireless Communications, Signals and Systems, and Digital Signal Processing. His research focuses on digital communications with an emphasis on cellular and satellite systems, interference management, and network performance analysis. Education: B.S. in Physics, University of Athens (1991) M.S. & Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Florida Atlantic University, USA (1993 & 1997) Research Interests: His work spans wireless communication systems, UAV-assisted networks, 5G/6G technologies, and signal processing for interference-limited environments. He has contributed to advancing techniques for mobility management, energy efficiency, and performance evaluation in heterogeneous networks. Recent Contributions: His recent work explores joint sensing-communication in UAV systems, beacon-assisted wireless power transfer, and stochastic analysis of fading channels. His studies often bridge theoretical models with practical implementations in satellite and vehicular networks. Advising & Grants: Actively seeks student interns for research projects. Has led collaborative initiatives with industry partners like Motorola and Cadence Design Systems, focusing on 3G/5G system modeling and performance evaluation. Labs & Teams: Engages in interdisciplinary projects at the University of Piraeus, collaborating with experts in medical informatics and computer science through initiatives like the Health CASCADE Study.

• Operations Research
• Data Networking
• High-Speed Communication Protocols
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Nikolaos Batis is a Professor at the Department of Spatial Planning, Urban Planning and Regional Development Engineering at the University of Thessaly, where he has been serving since January 2020. He is also a member of the Integration Council of the University of Thessaly, which coordinates the procedures for completing the merger of the University with the Technical Institute of Thessaly. Prior to this, he served as a Professor at the General Department of the University of Thessaly (2019-2020) and as a Professor at the Department of Informatics Engineering at the TEI (Technical Educational Institute) of Thessaly from 2000 to 2019. His administrative experience includes serving as Rector of TEI of Thessaly (2017-2018), Vice President of the Management Council (2013-2016), and Dean of the School of Technological Applications (2003-2010). Batis earned his PhD in Operations Research from New York University Tandon School of Engineering in 1983, following Master's degrees in Economic Systems (1981) and Operations Research (1978) from the same institution, and a Mathematics degree from the National University of Athens in 1976. His academic career began as an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts/Boston (1982-1984), followed by significant research work at Bell Laboratories (1984-1989) where he made foundational contributions to Frame Relay technology. Batis's research primarily focuses on high-speed communication protocols, network architecture, and operations research. His work at Bell Laboratories formed the basis for Frame Relay as an ANSI Standard, of which he was the Editor. He has published extensively in telecommunications, biomedical engineering (particularly in ocular microcirculation), and operations research. His research spans theoretical computer science, network design, and practical applications in telecommunications infrastructure. His publications reflect a diverse research trajectory from early work on network protocols and optimization algorithms to more recent interdisciplinary work combining telecommunications with biomedical applications. The most recent publications (2010-2013) show a focus on biomedical engineering applications, particularly in ocular microcirculation analysis, while maintaining connections to his foundational work in measurement systems and data analysis. EXCECTIONAL CONTRIBUTION AWARD from Bell Labs (March 1989) for contributions to network architecture design EXCECTIONAL CONTRIBUTION AWARD from Bell Labs (March 1988) for standardization of Frame Relay networking EXCECTIONAL CONTRIBUTION AWARD from Bell Labs (July 1987) for packet mode networking in ISDN EXCECTIONAL CONTRIBUTION AWARD from Bell Labs (July 1985) for methodology development in telecommunications network design CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION from American Institute of Decision Sciences (March 1985) for fostering academic-industry collaboration Batis has supervised numerous research projects and has been instrumental in developing academic programs, including the creation of the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications at TEI of Larissa. His research committee activities include leadership roles in major projects such as the 'Employment and Career Structure (DASTA) TEI' proposal and the 'Access Network and Core Services for Education' project. He has also contributed to European collaborative projects including 'INTELLECT - Intelligent Learning Environment for Course Telematics' and the development of the European Postgraduate Master in Information Systems program. His laboratory work has focused on computer applications in spatial design, with contributions to research centers including the Information Systems Research Center (KePS) and the Center for Applied Geoinformatics. His current research continues to bridge telecommunications engineering with biomedical applications, particularly in the measurement and analysis of microcirculatory systems.

Panagiotis PapastamoulisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Bayesian Statistics
• Computational Statistics
• Finite Mixture Models
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Panagiotis Papastamoulis serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Statistics within the School of Information Sciences and Technology at Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). He joined AUEB in April 2020 after working as an Adjunct Lecturer from 2018-2019 and completing extensive postdoctoral research at prestigious institutions including the University of Manchester (2012-2018) and INRA in France (2011-2012). His educational background includes a BSc in Mathematics from the University of Patras (2003), an MSc in Applied Statistics (2006), and a PhD in Statistics (2010) from the University of Piraeus. His doctoral thesis addressed the label switching problem in Bayesian analysis of mixtures of distributions under the supervision of Professor G. Iliopoulos. Dr. Papastamoulis's research program centers on Bayesian and computational statistics, with particular expertise in finite mixture models, model-based clustering, and bioinformatics applications. His methodological contributions span theoretical developments in label switching solutions, reversible jump MCMC algorithms, and practical implementations for RNA-seq data analysis. His work demonstrates a consistent trajectory from foundational statistical theory to real-world biological applications. Analysis of his publication record reveals a strong focus on developing statistical methodology for complex data structures, with significant contributions to mixture modeling, Bayesian factor analysis, and bioinformatics. His most recent work (2023-2025) extends into cure rate modeling, directional data analysis, and multinomial mixture models for spatial data, showing continued innovation while maintaining connections to his core research themes. As an educator, he teaches undergraduate courses including Linear Models and Bayesian Inference Methods, and graduate courses such as Statistical Genetics-Bioinformatics and High Dimensional Statistics. He has also developed multiple open-source R packages that have become standard tools in the statistical community, including label.switching, BayesBinMix, and fabMix, which address fundamental challenges in mixture model analysis. Dr. Papastamoulis actively contributes to the academic community through organizing research seminars at AUEB and participating in conference committees, including the 22nd European Young Statisticians Meeting in 2021. His research integrates theoretical statistical development with practical computational implementations, creating tools that advance both methodology and application in multiple scientific domains.

Anastasia KostakiView profile

Professor

• Demography
• Mortality Analysis
• Fertility Studies
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Anastasia Kostaki is a Professor in the Department of Statistics at the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), where she serves as Chairman of the Department of Statistics since 2014. She is also a Member of the Deanship of the School of Information Sciences and Technology and a Member of the Senate of AUEB. Her academic career spans several decades with significant contributions to demographic and statistical research. Professor Kostaki's primary research interests focus on demography, mortality analysis, fertility studies, and population statistics. Her work particularly emphasizes methodological approaches to analyzing demographic data, with special attention to mortality patterns, fertility trends, and the impact of socioeconomic factors on population dynamics. She has developed expertise in statistical modeling techniques for demographic data, including the application of machine learning methods like Support Vector Machines for demographic rate graduation. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the demographic implications of the Greek economic crisis, examining mortality trends, fertility patterns, and health inequalities among migrant and native populations. The research shows a consistent pattern of applying rigorous statistical methodology to contemporary demographic challenges in Greece and Europe, with increasing attention to health disparities during periods of socioeconomic instability. Professor Kostaki has supervised numerous academic projects and has been actively involved in teaching courses in Demometry and Actuarial Statistics. Her administrative roles within the university structure indicate her leadership position within the Department of Statistics and the broader academic community at AUEB.

Komninos AndreasView profile

Assistant Professor

• Mobile and Pervasive Computing
• Network-centric Computing Systems
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Komninos Andreas is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Engineering & Informatics Department at the University of Patras, specializing in Mobile and Pervasive Computing, Internet of Things, and Human-Computer Interaction. His research spans intelligent environments, context awareness, and virtual reality applications. His research focuses on mobile text entry systems, psycho-cognitive modeling of human behavior, and accessibility for visually impaired users. Key areas include large language model applications for text entry evaluation, pseudo-haptic feedback in VR, and spatial multimodal alerts for industrial environments. He develops simulation tools like RoboType for realistic text entry evaluations and open-source cognitive models. Notable achievements include a Best Paper Award at the ACM Greek SIGCHI Chapter (2023) for VR text entry research. He serves as co-general chair for EICS'26 and holds leadership roles in MobileHCI'24 and UbiComp/ISWC'24 as Workshops & Tutorials Chair and Student Competition Chair respectively. Best Paper Award at ACM Greek SIGCHI Chapter (2023) Co-General Chair for EICS'26 Workshops & Tutorials Chair for MobileHCI'24 Student Competition Chair for UbiComp/ISWC'24 His publications demonstrate strong emphasis on empirical validation of text entry systems, with recent work integrating LLMs for affective phrase generation and psycho-cognitive modeling. He actively promotes open data practices in HCI research and has contributed to digital twin systems for environmental education and maritime industry applications.

• Social Data Science
• Digital Humanities
• Quantitative and Computational Social Science
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Panagiotis Michailidis is a Professor at the Department of Balkan, Slavic and Oriental Studies, School of Economic and Regional Studies, University of Macedonia. His academic work focuses on Computational Methods and Informatics, integrating technological expertise with regional studies. BSc (1998) and PhD (2004) in Applied Informatics from University of Macedonia Academic career progression: Lecturer (2004-2013), Assistant Professor (2014-2019), Associate Professor (2019-2023), now Professor Research spans computational approaches to social science and humanities, with significant contributions to: Social Data Science Digital Humanities Quantitative Social Science Parallel/Distributed Computing String Matching Algorithms Scientific Computing Recent publications reveal interdisciplinary focus combining: Augmented Reality applications for cultural heritage Machine Learning for Greek language sentiment analysis High-performance computing implementations Metaheuristic optimization techniques Scientometric analyses of research fields Active in academic service through: IEEE memberships Conference program committee roles Guest editor for Algorithms special issue Research program participation Reviewing for multiple journals Teaching portfolio includes: DIGITAL SOCIAL RESEARCH METHODS INFORMATION, TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY QUANTITATIVE METHODS OF SOCIAL SCIENCES SPACE AND CULTURAL MANAGEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE TOPICS

Chalkias ChristosView profile

Professor

• Geographic Information Systems
• Applied Geography
• Spatial Analysis
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Christos Chalkias serves as Professor and Vice-Rector for Research, Development and Lifelong Learning at Harokopio University's Department of Geography. Based in Athens, Greece, his academic office is located in the Library Building (Office 4.5). His educational background includes a Degree in Geology (1991) and PhD in Physical Geography & Geoinformatics (1996), both completed at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. His research encompasses diverse geospatial domains with particular emphasis on: Geographic Information Systems & Science – Developing spatial analysis methodologies Applied Geography – Solving real-world environmental and societal challenges Spatial Analysis – Examining geographic patterns and processes Environmental Modeling – Simulating physical phenomena Health Geography – Analyzing spatial health disparities Digital Cartography – Innovating map visualization techniques Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong focus on geospatial applications in health epidemiology, environmental monitoring, and disaster management. His work frequently employs remote sensing, spatial statistics, and GIS technologies to address Mediterranean-region challenges including cardiovascular disease patterns, light pollution, soil degradation, and earthquake impacts. Distinct research trends include historical geospatial reconstruction, nocturnal earth observation, and community-engaged environmental sensing.