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Despo KtoridouView profile

Professor

• Educational Technology
• Technology Management
• Innovation Management
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Despo Ktoridou serves as Professor and Head of the Department of Management at the University of Nicosia's School of Business in Cyprus. She has held academic positions since 1999, advancing from Assistant Professor of Educational Technologies to Associate Professor in 2007 and full Professor in 2019. A Certified Engineer by the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ETEK), she maintains active memberships in IEEE and ACM while bridging engineering, management, and educational disciplines through her scholarly contributions. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Computer Systems & Networks) from Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University (awarded 1991) Master of Science in Engineering (Computer Systems & Networks) from Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University (awarded 1993) Doctor of Philosophy in 'Expert Systems in Education' from Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University (awarded 1999) Professor Ktoridou's research centers on ICT integration in educational practice, technology and innovation management pedagogies, and open and online distance learning. Her work examines how technological advancements can be effectively incorporated into teaching methodologies and management education, with publications spanning theoretical frameworks to practical applications in higher education settings. Analysis of her recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a pronounced focus on emerging technologies including artificial intelligence and the metaverse within educational contexts. These studies consistently investigate student perspectives, acceptance patterns, and specialized course development (e.g., intellectual property management for technology students), demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches that merge computer science, business management, and educational theory. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards, prizes, or fellowships documented in provided information Professor Ktoridou has supervised numerous graduate students throughout her academic career and participated in multiple EU-funded and locally sponsored research programs. Her academic service includes guest lecturing at foreign universities, conference session chairing, program committee membership, and editorial review activities. As Department Head since 2012, she demonstrates sustained commitment to academic administration and program development. While specific laboratory facilities are not detailed, her research trajectory indicates leadership in interdisciplinary teams focused on educational technology innovation. Current work explores cutting-edge topics including AI ethics in education and metaverse applications, positioning her contributions at the forefront of technology-enhanced learning research.

• Information Systems
• E-business
• E-government
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Professor Angelika Kokkinaki is Dean of the School of Business and MBA Director at the University of Nicosia. With a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (1995), a M.Sc. from Northeastern University (1991), and a Diploma from Patras University (1987), her academic credentials are rooted in Information Systems and Computer Science. PhD in Computer Science (1995), University of Louisiana at Lafayette M.Sc. in Computer Science (1991), Northeastern University Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics (1987), University of Patras Her research spans e-business, e-government, e-learning, and smart city technologies, focusing on semantic search engines, distributed systems, and circular economy applications. Recent work emphasizes Smart Cities through projects like OpenDCO, CRISIS, and DEVOPS. Key article trends include smart city resilience, AI applications in education, e-learning adoption, marine sensor networks, and open data workforce development. Her scholarly output aligns with 6 UN Sustainable Development Goals , particularly in education, sustainability, and urban innovation. Scientific Awards : Innovation award by the Republic of Cyprus (for quality management system) She leads over 30 EU/national projects and contributes to the Center of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (CEDI) and OECD policy monitoring. Her work integrates Petri Net modeling , software agent systems, and 100+ publications in information systems.

• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Robotic Surgery
• Laparoscopic Surgery
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Dimitrios Dourakis is an Associate Professor of General Surgery at the European University Cyprus (EUC), Faculty of Medicine in Nicosia, concurrently serving as Director Surgeon of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Clinic at Medical Center Group in Greece since 2015. His academic appointment as Lecturer in Surgery at EUC began in 2016, complementing his active clinical and research roles across multiple institutions. His academic credentials include: Doctoral thesis (2015, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens): Study of anti-adhesive agents on experimental intestinal anastomoses University Diploma in Colorectal and Anal Surgery (2013, University Paris-Diderot) University Diploma in Hepatobiliary Surgery (2012, University of Paris XI) Inter-University Diploma in Ultrasound Techniques (2011, Universities of Paris, Nancy & Strasbourg) University Diploma in Laparoscopic Surgery (2010, University of Strasbourg) Medical Degree (2002, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) Dr. Dourakis' research centers on Minimally Invasive Surgical Innovation , with pioneering work in Robotic Surgery and Image Guided Procedures . He developed the Transanal Total Mesorectal Excision (PROGRESS technique) and advanced protocols for colorectal liver metastases management. His work bridges traditional open surgery with cutting-edge technology to optimize precision, reduce complications, and accelerate patient recovery in complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cases. His publication trajectory since 2010 reveals consistent innovation in robotic pancreatic resection, augmented reality navigation for liver surgery, and endoscopic salvage techniques for challenging adenomas. Recent work emphasizes solving anatomical challenges like the Arc of Bühler variation while integrating digital tools to enhance surgical accuracy across the gastrointestinal tract. He received the Arapakis Endowment Scholarship for medical studies and a 1st prize for the 'Exploring the Brain' public outreach initiative. His editorial contributions include peer review for 8 major surgical journals including World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery and International Journal of Medical Robotics . As Simulation Program Lead and Structure & Function Committee Chair at EUC, he directs surgical education innovation while co-leading research with ELPEN. His current projects span ambulatory surgery optimization and digital learning platforms, building on prior work with the French Colorectal Liver Metastases Working Group and IRCAD's Image Guided Surgery protocols. He maintains active roles at IRCAD/University of Strasbourg as Laparoscopic Surgery Expert since 2010, training surgeons globally, and leads EUC's simulation program while developing joint initiatives with the ELPEN research center to advance translational surgical science.

Nearchos PaspallisView profile

Professor

• Software Engineering
• Distributed Systems
• Mobile Computing
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Prof. Nearchos Paspallis is the Head of the School of Sciences and Professor in Mobile and Distributed Systems at UCLan Cyprus. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Cyprus (2010) and has extensive academic leadership roles, including Deputy Head of School (2020–2022) and Chair of the Teaching and Learning Enhancement Committee (2018–2023). His teaching responsibilities include leading the BSc (Hons) Computing program and delivering modules on software development, mobile computing, and algorithms. Education: PhD Computer Science (University of Cyprus, 2010), MSc Computer Science (University of California, 2002), BEng/MEng Computer Engineering and Informatics (University of Patras, 2001). His research focuses on software engineering , distributed systems , and mobile computing , with recent work on machine learning applications, context-aware systems, and computer science education. He has pioneered initiatives like Code Cyprus to inspire youth in coding and co-led EU-funded projects such as WIDERa (€4.2M) and MentorME (€296K). Key Awards: Shortlisted for 2024 Outstanding Contribution award, Best Paper (2016), Fulbright Scholarship (2001). Prof. Paspallis has supervised multiple research projects, including a PhD on MMOG backend architectures. His outreach efforts extend to judging hackathons and robotics competitions, emphasizing STEM engagement.

Aristidou AndreasView profile

Associate Professor

• Human Motion Analysis
• Computer Graphics
• Machine Learning
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Aristidou Andreas is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics, University of Cyprus. His academic journey includes a BSc from National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2005), MSc from King's College London (2006), and a PhD from the University of Cambridge (2011). He has held postdoctoral positions at multiple institutions and served as a visiting professor at the University of Nicosia. His research focuses on human motion analysis, computer graphics, cultural heritage digitization, and geometric algebra applications. He is a senior member of IEEE, ACM, and Eurographics, and serves on editorial boards for journals like The Visual Computer. Research highlights include the FABRIK algorithm (widely used in game engines) and motion capture innovations for cultural heritage preservation. Awards include the DIDAKTOR scholarship, Erasmus Mundus Grant, and NVIDIA GPU grant. He leads projects funded by EU initiatives (e.g., ITN-DCH, SCHEDAR) and collaborates internationally on digital twins, virtual museums, and AI-driven motion synthesis. Key contributions span 3D motion analysis, motion reconstruction from sparse data, and emotion recognition in theater performances. His work bridges computational methods with cultural preservation, biomedical applications, and interactive VR systems.

Hadi Işık AybayView profile

Professor

• Computer Engineering
• Neural Networks
• Distributed Systems
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Prof. Dr. Hadi Işık Aybay is a distinguished Professor of Computer Engineering at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), North Cyprus. He has held academic roles including Department Chairman of Computer Engineering (1994–2004 and 2013–present) and Director of EMU's Distance Education Institute (2000–2013). He earned his PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from METU (1989) and served as an Assistant/Associate Professor before becoming a full Professor in 2013. His research spans neural networks, distributed systems, and e-learning technologies. Education: PhD, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Middle East Technical University (1989) M.Sc., Electrical and Electronic Engineering, METU B.Sc., Electrical and Electronic Engineering, METU Research Interests: Prof. Aybay's work focuses on computer engineering innovations, including neural network hardware, distributed multimedia systems, and wireless communication protocols. He pioneered EMUOnline, a blended learning platform, and contributed to science park development in North Cyprus. His research also addresses challenges in video streaming optimization and adaptive resource allocation in cellular networks. Key Achievements: He led over 15 projects, including EU-funded initiatives like 'Deep Farm' (2024–2025). His publications (80+ papers) span IEEE journals and conferences, with 281 Google Scholar citations. Awards include the 1973 National Project Contest First Prize and the 1990 Best Thesis Award (supervised). Grants and advising: Supervised 3 PhD and 28 MSc students. Current projects include AI-driven agriculture (Erasmus+). Grants include EU funding (€1M) and Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus initiatives. Labs/Teams: Active in the EMU Computer Engineering Department's research groups, focusing on distributed systems and e-learning infrastructure.

• Educational Technology
• Curriculum Development
• Democratic Education
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Prof. Sitkiye Kuter is a faculty member in the Department of Educational Sciences at Eastern Mediterranean University's Faculty of Education. She holds a PhD in English Teaching from the same university (2009) and prior degrees from Marmara University (BA, 1987) and Eastern Mediterranean University (MA, 1998). Her research focuses on curriculum development, democratic education, teacher education, and learner autonomy with over 20 years of academic contribution. Education Background: BA in English Language Education, Marmara University (1983-1987) MA in English Language Education, Eastern Mediterranean University (1983-1998) PhD in English Teaching, Eastern Mediterranean University (2009) Research interests span critical pedagogy, multicultural education, inquiry-based learning, and technology integration in teacher training. She has supervised 17 theses including studies on educational software evaluation, democratic culture awareness in schools, and teacher self-efficacy perceptions. Her recent publications (2013-2025) explore topics like curriculum design from peace education perspectives, democratic school culture analysis, and collaborative learning strategies. Current ongoing studies investigate academic resilience in preparatory school students and environmental awareness through coding education. Teaching and administrative roles include contributions to the Faculty of Education's strategic planning and curriculum development initiatives. She maintains active involvement in academic mentoring programs and teacher professional development.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Blockchain Technology
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MSc. Sinem Alturjman is a Lecturer in the Department of Artificial Intelligence Engineering at Near East University's College of Engineering. Her academic work focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and internet of things (IoT) systems. Research areas include: Development of AI-powered learning facilitators and educational tools Integration of blockchain for secure IoT architectures Optimization of mobile cloud computing services Application of machine learning in cybersecurity frameworks 6G communication systems with intelligent routing protocols Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: AI-enhanced scheduling mechanisms Decentralized cloud-IoT architectures Reinforcement learning applications Smart healthcare systems with blockchain Energy-aware routing protocols for sensor networks

• Augmented Reality (AR)
• Virtual Reality (VR)
• Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL)
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Dr. Stella K. Hadjistassou is a Research Fellow at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence, University of Cyprus, and a Visiting Lecturer at the same institution. She previously served as Acting Director of the Language Center at UCY. Her expertise includes leading large EU-funded projects in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) and exploring technologies like AR, VR, and MALL in education. Her research focuses on integrating AR into intercultural telecollaborations and enhancing language learning through digital tools. Key projects include the ReDesign initiative, which developed a Learning Management System to foster cross-institutional collaboration and student engagement across Europe. Stella has taught in both traditional and online formats in the U.S. and Europe. Her work emphasizes ESL teacher education and ecological perspectives in linguistics, leveraging Cultural-historical Activity Theory (CHAT) frameworks. She has authored multiple articles and book chapters in her field.

• Nursing
• Surgical Nursing
• Patient Care
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Prof. Dr. SEVİNÇ TAŞTAN serves as Department Head of Nursing at Eastern Mediterranean University's Faculty of Health Sciences in Northern Cyprus. With over two decades of academic and clinical experience, she has established herself as a leading scholar in nursing education, surgical nursing, and patient care. Her leadership extends across multiple research domains and educational initiatives within the nursing discipline. PhD in Surgical Nursing from Gülhane Military Medical Academy (2005) MA in Nursing from Dokuz Eylül University (1999) BA in Nursing from Gülhane Military Medical Academy (1993) Professor Taştan's research spans multiple critical areas of contemporary nursing practice, with significant contributions to surgical nursing, geriatric care, disaster preparedness, and nursing education methodologies. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in developing and evaluating innovative educational approaches for nursing students and practitioners. She has pioneered research on the application of simulation techniques, flipped classroom models, and technology-enhanced learning in nursing education, while maintaining strong clinical connections through studies on patient outcomes in cardiac surgery, bariatric care, and chronic disease management. Her recent work increasingly focuses on mental health aspects of nursing practice and patient care. Analysis of Professor Taştan's publication record reveals a sustained trajectory of high-impact research across multiple nursing subdisciplines. Her work consistently appears in SCI and SSCI-indexed journals, demonstrating methodological rigor through numerous randomized controlled trials and cross-sectional studies. A notable pattern shows her evolving focus from foundational surgical nursing research toward broader applications in nursing education, geriatric care, and mental health integration. Her recent publications particularly emphasize innovative educational methodologies, disaster preparedness, and quality-of-life outcomes across diverse patient populations. 18. Nöroşirürji Hemşireliği Kongresi, Sözlü Bildiri Birincilik Ödülü (2024) Multiple EMU Research Incentive Awards (2018, 2020, 2021) 15. Cerrahi Hemşireliği Kongresi, Sözlü Bildiri İkincilik Ödülü (2016) Multiple GATA Askeri Sağlık Bilimleri Üçüncülük Ödülleri (2006-2015) Professor Taştan has supervised numerous graduate students through their thesis work, including PhD candidates like ÖZLEM AYDOĞDU (2023) and multiple master's students researching diverse aspects of nursing practice. Her mentorship extends to ongoing supervision of students examining professional commitment among surgical nurses, occupational error tendencies, and aromatherapy applications in medical procedures. Her research has attracted significant institutional support, evidenced by multiple EMU Research Incentive Awards recognizing the quality and impact of her scholarly contributions. She has also contributed to major collaborative research projects focused on surgical pathways, medication use, and standardized nursing terminologies. While specific laboratory affiliations aren't explicitly detailed in the available information, Professor Taştan's work is closely connected to clinical settings including cardiac surgery units, rehabilitation facilities, and community health contexts. Her research often involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across Eastern Mediterranean University's health science faculties and clinical partners in Northern Cyprus. She has been instrumental in developing educational simulation approaches that likely utilize campus-based simulation laboratories for nursing education.

Soulla LoucaView profile

Professor

• Blockchain
• Information and Communication Technology
• Sustainable Development
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Soulla Louca is a Full Professor and Head of the Department of Digital Innovation at the School of Business, University of Nicosia. With a PhD in Computer Science from the Illinois Institute of Technology (1994), she has built a career at the forefront of digital innovation. Her leadership includes chairing the COST Domain Committee for ICT (2008-2014) and pioneering blockchain initiatives at the University of Nicosia. Her educational background includes: PhD in Computer Science, Illinois Institute of Technology (1994) MSc in Computer Science, Western Michigan University (1991) BA in Computer Science and Mathematics, Kalamazoo College (1989) Prof. Louca's research spans blockchain technologies, ICT for sustainable development, and digital innovation. She has contributed to socio-economic aspects of ICT, e-learning, social integration, and the digital divide. Her work extends to personalized medicine and open access, driven by her involvement in European COST actions. She is particularly noted for her early work in blockchain (since 2014) and its applications across finance, governance, and identity management. Her recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a strong focus on blockchain adoption in the financial sector, tokenization, and metaverse technologies. These works collectively address the challenges and opportunities of decentralized systems in enhancing transparency, security, and sustainability across multiple domains including finance, government, and social media. Scientific awards: No specific awards were mentioned in the provided text. Prof. Louca has secured and managed significant research funding from diverse sources including the National Science Foundation (USA), Research Promotion Foundation (Cyprus), and the European Commission (Horizon 2020). Key projects include BLOCK4SME (blockchain for SMEs), the Austrian Blockchain Center, EUNOMIA (decentralized social media), and DLT4ALL (blockchain training). She has also served as a reviewer and evaluator for international bodies. She leads the Blockchain Initiative at the University of Nicosia, which has produced the world's first MSc in Digital Currency and the block.co platform for blockchain-based academic certificates. Her leadership in the COST program involved coordinating over 3000 researchers across Europe in ICT actions.

Panayiotis PapadopoulosView profile

Researcher

• Control Theory
• Intelligent Buildings
• Power Electronics
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Panayiotis Papadopoulos is an Associate Research Scientist at The Cyprus Institute (CyI), affiliated with the Energy, Environment & Water Research Center (EEWRC). He holds a PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Cyprus (2020), focusing on distributed monitoring and control frameworks for smart buildings. His research spans control theory, intelligent buildings, and power electronics, with an emphasis on fault diagnosis and energy efficiency. Key projects include the EU H2020 COLLECTiEF initiative, which aims to enhance energy flexibility in buildings through collective intelligence networks. His work integrates digital twin architectures, deep reinforcement learning, and model-based approaches to optimize HVAC systems, power electronics, and grid interactions. He has contributed to sensor fault detection in smart grids and building automation, emphasizing real-time data analysis and adaptive control strategies. Papadopoulos' contributions include over 15 peer-reviewed publications since 2013, focusing on fault-tolerant control, energy management systems, and smart building technologies. His research bridges theoretical control methodologies with practical applications in sustainable infrastructure.

• Cloud Computing
• 3D Video Processing
• Mobile Computing
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Katerina Papanikolaou is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the European University Cyprus, located in Nicosia. She holds a PhD in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from University College London (2001) and a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine (1993). Her academic roles include program coordination for the Computer Science program (2008-2019) and membership in faculty selection committees. Her research focuses on cloud computing, mobile networks, and ambient assisted living technologies. Notable projects include EU-funded initiatives like ICT Cost Action CA16226 (2017-2021) for elderly care environments and ICT COST Action IC1303 (2014-2017) for enhanced living environments. She has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed publications, emphasizing optimization of resource migration in 3D video processing and energy-efficient mobile cloud systems. Prof. Papanikolaou actively participates in IEEE committees, serving as Cyprus Section Vice Chair (2018-2019) and Secretary (2016-2018). Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches combining machine learning, wireless networks, and healthcare applications to address modern computational challenges.

Myria IoannouView profile

Associate Professor

• Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• Tourism Policy
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Myria Ioannou is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Department of Management and Marketing, European University Cyprus. She serves as Chairperson of her department and coordinates the BBA Marketing Communications & Social Media program. Her academic career began in 1998 with a BSc in Business, Finance, and Economics from the University of East Anglia, followed by an MSc in Marketing from Manchester School of Management (UMIST) in 2002 and a PhD in Marketing from The University of Manchester in 2009. Her research focuses on digital marketing competencies, visitor experiences in cultural heritage, tourism policy, and consumer behavior in banking and retail contexts. She has co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles and contributed to international conferences. Notable projects include the Erasmus+-funded DIMAS project (2019-2021) on digital marketing competencies in secondary schools. Her research interests span digital transformation in marketing, sustainable tourism through cultural heritage, and cross-cultural brand equity analysis. She actively reviews for journals like the International Journal of Tourism Policy and Journal of Services Marketing. Awards include a Fulbright Scholarship and bursaries for advanced marketing workshops. Her work bridges academic insights with practical applications, such as advising on visitor experience management in island destinations and exploring CRM strategies' effectiveness across industries. Education: PhD in Marketing, The University of Manchester (2009) MSc in Marketing, Manchester School of Management, UMIST (2002) BSc (Hons) in Business, Finance, and Economics, University of East Anglia (1998) Awards & Recognition: Fulbright Scholarship for Graduate Study Bursaries for Services Marketing Workshop and Academy of Marketing Conference Doctoral Colloquium Professional Roles: Co-editor for Special Issue on “Establishing innovative products and processes in tourism” (International Journal of Tourism Policy) Reviewer for leading journals including Journal of Services Marketing and International Journal of Bank Marketing Her research demonstrates a focus on applying marketing principles to real-world challenges, from digital education frameworks to sustainable tourism policies. Recent work emphasizes leveraging visitor experiences to enhance cultural heritage sites' management and cross-cultural branding strategies.

Nicos KasenidesView profile

Lecturer

• Software Engineering
• Distributed Systems
• Real-time Systems
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Nicos Kasenides is a Lecturer in Computing at the University of Central Lancashire Cyprus (UCLan Cyprus), associated with the School of Sciences. He holds a PhD in Computing (2023) and BSc (Hons) in Computing (2018) from UCLan UK and UCLan Cyprus respectively. His research focuses on Software Engineering, Distributed Systems, Real-time Systems, Cloud Computing, and Game-Based Learning Environments. He has contributed to over 8 peer-reviewed publications in conferences like IEEE COMPSAC and International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, exploring topics ranging from educational robotics integration to sustainable development goal frameworks in gaming. Kasenides has held roles including Lecturer (2024–present), Associate Lecturer (2019–2024), and Research Associate (2018–2019) at UCLan Cyprus. He leads modules such as The Computing Challenge , Mobile Computing , and Distributed Enterprise Systems , while teaching foundational courses in programming and computing exploration. His work combines academic rigor with practical applications, emphasizing scalable cloud frameworks for gaming and pedagogical innovations in technology-enhanced learning.