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• Biology of Organisms
• Populations
• Environmental Biology
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Kriton Kalantidis is a Professor at the Department of Biology, University of Crete , where he has been active since the 1990s. He earned his PhD in 1995 from the University of Nottingham and specializes in molecular plant biology, epigenetics, and viroid pathogenesis. His research bridges fundamental genetics with applied agricultural virology. Research Interests Dr. Kalantidis investigates RNA silencing pathways in plants, focusing on their roles in stress response, viroid infection, and transgene regulation. His work spans environmental biology , marine organisms (diatoms), and genetic mechanisms in plant development and defense. Publication Trends : His recent articles emphasize RNA interference , viroid-host interactions , and molecular plant responses to pathogens. Studies on diatoms and chloroplast development highlight his interdisciplinary approach combining genetics , biochemistry , and environmental adaptation . Collaborations : He works closely with the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB-FORTH) and contributes to Mediterranean agricultural virology through field diagnostics and experimental studies.

• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Evolutionary Biology
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Ladoukakis Emmanuel is an Associate Professor at the Department of Biology , University of Crete . His research focuses on Molecular Biology , Genetics , and Evolutionary Biology , with a particular emphasis on non-coding DNA sequences, mitochondrial recombination, and mutagenesis mechanisms. Research Interests : Functional analysis of small open reading frames (ORFs) in Drosophila Homologous recombination in highly diverged mitochondrial genomes Sequence-directed mutagenesis in eukaryotes and prokaryotes Computational analysis of genetic variation and evolutionary patterns Recent Publications explore topics such as cryptic human mutation rate variation, inverted repeats in prokaryotes, and evolutionary dynamics of mitochondrial DNA. His work bridges experimental and computational approaches to understand genome stability and functional genomics.

• Sports Antidoping Analysis
• Mass Spectrometry
• Laboratory Quality Assurance
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Konstantinos Georgakopoulos is an Associate Professor in the Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Faculty of Pharmacy. His role includes research supervision, teaching, and laboratory management within the Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from NTUA (1992) and has over 20 years of expertise in sports antidoping analysis. Research focuses on mass spectrometry-based detection of prohibited substances in biological fluids, laboratory quality assurance, and data processing innovations. He has pioneered methods for designer steroids analysis using LC-TOF-MS and GC-HRMS. Key contributions include developing stabilization protocols for urine samples and optimizing detection of erythropoietin (EPO) and corticosteroids. During the 2004 Athens Olympics, he co-ordinated the Doping Control Laboratory, implementing advanced analytical systems still referenced in modern anti-doping practices. His work extends to blood doping detection via extracellular vesicle analysis and metabolomics approaches. Recent studies explore genetic links between athletic performance and steroid metabolism through GWAS. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles, with current research emphasizing untargeted metabolomics, RNA biomarkers, and transcriptomic profiling for anti-doping. His lab collaborates internationally on World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) initiatives, contributing to Olympic Games testing protocols since 2004.

• Medicinal Chemistry
• Organic Synthesis
• Pharmacology
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Kostakis Ioannis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the School of Pharmacy, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). He holds a B.S., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Pharmacy and Medicinal Chemistry from NKUA, followed by postdoctoral research at NKUA and the Université de Rouen, France. His research focuses on synthetic organic chemistry, drug design, and the development of bioactive molecules with anticancer, antiviral, and antibacterial properties. He teaches advanced courses in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry, including 'Advanced Organic Synthesis' and 'Drug Synthesis Practicals.' Educations: B.S. in Pharmacy (NKUA) M.Sc. in Medicinal Chemistry (NKUA) Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry (NKUA) Postdoctoral Fellowships: NKUA and Université de Rouen Research Interests: Development of novel synthetic methods for pharmacologically active molecules, structural optimization of natural products, and exploration of compounds targeting cancer, infections, and inflammation. Recent work includes hydroxytyrosol analogs, pyrazolopyridines, and xanthone derivatives with antifungal and anticancer activities. Publications span 20+ years, emphasizing structure-activity relationships and drug discovery. Notable contributions include gram-scale synthesis of bioactive natural products and in vitro/in vivo evaluations of anti-inflammatory agents derived from mastic gum and olive extracts. Lab & Teams: Leads research in the Pharmaceutical Chemistry section, focusing on medicinal chemistry and synthetic organic chemistry. Collaborates internationally on natural product derivatization and drug mechanism studies.

Makridis PavlosView profile

Associate Professor

• Aquaculture
• Marine Biology
• Fish Larval Nutrition
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Makridis Pavlos is an Associate Professor at the Department of Animal Biology, University of Patras. He specializes in aquaculture with focus on fish larval cultures, zooplankton dynamics, and probiotic applications. Education: MSc in Zoology (1994) from University of Trondheim; PhD in Aquaculture (2000) from Norwegian University of Science and Technology His research explores microbial ecology in aquaculture systems, nutritional strategies for larval fish, and phytoplankton-based solutions for carbon dioxide reduction and biodiesel production. Recent publications highlight advancements in probiotic bacteria applications, algal harvesting methods, and transcriptomic studies of marine species. Key collaborations include work on microbial community analysis, algal biotechnology, and environmental conditioning of fish skeletal development. He maintains active involvement in teaching aquaculture courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Leonidas AlexopoulosView profile

Professor

• Proteomics
• Biomarker Development
• Biomedical Engineering
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Leonidas Alexopoulos is a Professor at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), affiliated with the School of Mechanical Engineering and the Department of Mechanical Design & Automatic Control. His research focuses on integrating proteomics, computational biology, and biomedical engineering to address complex health challenges, particularly in intervertebral disc degeneration, oncology, and immune-related diseases. Key research areas include biomarker discovery for conditions like multiple sclerosis and sepsis, development of in vitro models for drug testing (e.g., transgenic mouse models for mammary carcinogenesis), and application of machine learning to predict disease progression and therapeutic efficacy. He leads the BIOSYSLAB research group, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to advance regenerative medicine and precision medicine. His work spans from fundamental proteomic studies to translational applications, including the design of biomaterials for tissue engineering and systems pharmacology approaches for drug repurposing. Notable projects include investigating cytokine networks in disc degeneration and biomarkers for periprosthetic joint infections. Dr. Alexopoulos collaborates internationally on initiatives such as crowd-sourced drug target mapping and SARS-CoV-2 serological testing frameworks. His laboratory emphasizes high-throughput proteomic analyses and computational modeling to accelerate therapeutic discovery.

• Animal Genetics
• Genomics and Transcriptomics
• Population Genetics
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Associate Professor of Gene Technology in Farm Animals at the Department of Animal Science, Agricultural University of Athens since 2010. Holds a PhD in Biological Sciences from Imperial College London (2002). Prior to her academic role, she worked as a post-doctoral researcher at Imperial College London (2001-2007) and UCL (2007), focusing on immunobiology and molecular genetics. She served as a scientific advisor to the Hellenic National Bioethics Commission from 2007 to 2010. Education: BSc in Agricultural Biology and Biotechnology, Agricultural University of Athens (1996) PhD in Biological Sciences, Imperial College London (2002) Research Focus: Genomic and transcriptomic studies of farm animals to elucidate molecular mechanisms underlying productive traits (e.g., milk yield, body weight), population genetics of indigenous breeds (sheep, horses), and applications of genetic technologies in animal breeding. Recent work emphasizes sustainable feed alternatives and lipid metabolism regulation in livestock. Laboratory Affiliation: Laboratory of Animal Breeding & Husbandry at the Agricultural University of Athens.

Μαλανδράκης ΕμμανουήλView profile

Assistant Professor

• Functional genomics in marine species
• Molecular endocrinology
• Selective breeding assisted with molecular markers
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Emmanouil Malandrakis serves as an Assistant Professor at the Laboratory of Applied Hydrobiology , Department of Animal Science , Agricultural University of Athens, Greece. He holds advanced degrees (Diploma, MSc, PhD) from the University of Thessaly and has specialized training in molecular biotechnology (EMBL-Heidelberg) and laboratory fish science (IMR-Bergen). His work bridges aquaculture production with molecular biology and genetics. Research Focus Areas Functional genomics in marine species Molecular endocrinology Selective breeding with molecular markers Developmental biology and evolution Population molecular genetics Ecophysiology Key Article Themes 2020: Fishmeal alternatives and gene expression in gilthead seabream 2019: Hox gene dynamics in common sole development 2019: Genetic diversity in Norway lobster populations 2018: Impact of poultry by-products on seabream physiology Contact Information Email: emalandrak@aua.gr Phone: +30 210 529 4401

Dimitroglou ArkadiosView profile

Assistant Professor

• Aquaculture Nutrition
• Fish Farming Management
• Broodstock Physiology
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Dimitroglou Arkadios is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Animal Science, Agricultural University of Athens (AUA). He holds a PhD in Fish Nutrition from the University of Plymouth, UK, and has extensive experience in aquaculture research and industry roles. His primary affiliation is with the Laboratory of Applied Hydrobiology. Education: BSc in Aquaculture and Fisheries from ATEI Epirus (2003), MRes in Applied Fish Biology (2004), PhD in Fish Nutrition (2009) from the University of Plymouth. Research focuses on farmed fish nutrition, sustainable aquaculture practices, broodstock management, and fish welfare under intensive farming. Key areas include nutritional supplements for production optimization, stress response mechanisms, and genetic selection programs. Publications span topics like epigenomic stress responses in European sea bass, QTL for disease resistance, and gut microbiota dynamics. He has contributed to 12 national/EU research projects and collaborates with Hellenic Aquaculture Technology Platform (HETEPA) and World Aquaculture Society (WAS). Previously served as Head of Research and Innovation at Nireus Aquaculture SA (2010–2022), leading R&D in fish nutrition and breeding programs for Mediterranean species like gilthead sea bream and European sea bass. Licensed in laboratory animal management (FELASA certification), emphasizing ethical research practices.

• Molecular Genetics
• Genomics
• Transcriptomics
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Dr. Ariadne Loukia Hayer-Theodoridou is an Associate Professor of Genetic Technology in Farm Animals at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA). She holds a PhD in Biological Sciences from Imperial College London (2002) and has extensive postdoctoral experience in immunobiology and molecular genetics at Imperial College London (2001–2007) and University College London (2007). Her academic career includes roles as a scientific associate at the Hellenic National Bioethics Commission (2007–2010) and as an Assistant Professor (2010–2022) before her current appointment. She coordinates the Erasmus+ program and serves on multiple ethics and evaluation committees at AUA and the Pasteur Institute. Her research focuses on molecular genetics, genomics, and transcriptomics applied to livestock, particularly in understanding genetic mechanisms underlying productive traits in farm animals and genetic characterization of domestic breeds. She has pioneered studies on Greek sheep and horse breeds, emphasizing conservation and adaptive genetics. Recent publications emphasize dietary impacts on animal products, genomic analyses of production traits, and functional genomics in poultry and dairy systems. Her work bridges basic science with agricultural applications, addressing challenges in sustainable livestock management. Laboratory affiliations: Animal Breeding & Husbandry Lab, General & Special Animal Crafts Workshop. Teaching: Courses on genetic technology in farm animals and related disciplines.

Malandrakis EmmanouilView profile

Assistant Professor

• Aquaculture
• Molecular Endocrinology
• Genetic Improvement of Aquatic Organisms
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Dr. Emmanouil Malandrakis is an Assistant Professor at the Applied Hydrobiology Laboratory of the Department of Animal Science, Agricultural University of Athens (Greece). He holds a Diploma, MSc, and PhD from the University of Thessaly, with specialized training in molecular biotechnology (EMBL, Heidelberg) and laboratory fish science (IMR, Bergen). His research focuses on functional genomics in marine species, molecular endocrinology, selective breeding using molecular markers, and aquaculture systems optimization. He has industry experience as a dairy production manager and expertise in research project management. Education: Bachelor’s in Agricultural Sciences (University of Thessaly, 2004) MSc in Agricultural Sciences (University of Thessaly, 2006) PhD in Agricultural Sciences (University of Thessaly, 2014) Research interests include fish farming in intensive systems, genetic improvement of aquatic organisms, and ecophysiological adaptations. His publications emphasize feed formulation alternatives, gene expression profiling, and molecular diagnostics for species identification in aquaculture. He teaches courses related to applied hydrobiology and aquaculture genetics. Laboratory affiliation: Applied Hydrobiology Laboratory, focusing on aquatic organism breeding and molecular approaches to aquaculture challenges.

• Molecular Biology
• Plant Biology
• RNA Silencing
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Kalantidis Kriton is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Crete, School of Sciences and Engineering, with his laboratory based at the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB) of the Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH). He earned his PhD from the University of Nottingham in 1995 and has established himself as a leading researcher in plant molecular biology. His academic profile shows extensive teaching responsibilities across multiple semesters, totaling approximately 71 hours of instruction annually. Dr. Kalantidis's research primarily focuses on RNA silencing mechanisms, viroid biology, and gene expression regulation in plants. His work spans fundamental molecular processes and practical applications in plant pathology and agriculture. He has made significant contributions to understanding how plants defend against viral and viroid infections through RNA interference pathways, and how these mechanisms can be harnessed for crop protection. His research often employs model systems like Nicotiana benthamiana to investigate fundamental biological processes with agricultural relevance. Analysis of his publication record reveals a strong emphasis on RNA silencing pathways, viroid-host interactions, and epigenetic regulation in plants. His recent work (2023-2024) shows continued productivity with studies spanning diverse areas from transgene silencing mechanisms to viroid detection methods and plant-pathogen interactions. His research has important implications for developing new strategies in plant disease management and improving crop resilience. Dr. Kalantidis has established productive collaborations both within Greece and internationally, as evidenced by his co-authorship on numerous publications with researchers from various institutions. His work bridges basic molecular biology and applied agricultural science, making significant contributions to both theoretical understanding and practical applications in plant health.

• Animal Nutrition
• Rumen Microbiome
• Metagenomics
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Alexandros Mavrommatis is an Assistant Professor of Animal Nutrition at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), Department of Animal Production Science. He holds a BSc (2014) and PhD (2019) from AUA, followed by postdoctoral research on microalgae’s impact on goat rumen microbiome (2019–2021). He has taught at the University of Thessaly’s Veterinary School and AUA’s Agribusiness Department, and conducted visiting research at the Consorzio Agrario di Parma (2022). His research focuses on applied nutrition experiments with additives/alternative feeds, rumen microbiome analysis via metagenomics, and gene expression in livestock immune-oxidative pathways. He has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed articles, including studies on Schizochytrium spp. supplementation effects in goats, camelina seeds in ewes’ diets, and carotenoid extracts in broilers. He has participated in EU/Greek-funded projects (2019–2022) and holds affiliations with the Nutrition & Diet Physiology Laboratory . His work emphasizes sustainable animal production, alternative feed utilization, and precision livestock farming technologies. Contact: mavrommatis@aua.gr , Dimakopoulos Building, AUA.

Anastasios KatsilerosView profile

Lecturer

• Experimental Designs
• Multivariate Analysis
• Applications of Machine Learning in Agricultural Sciences
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Anastasios Katsileros is a Lecturer and member of the Laboratory and Teaching Staff at the Department of Crop Science, Faculty of Crop Science, Agricultural University of Athens (AUA). He specializes in Plant Breeding and Biometry, combining expertise in statistical methodologies with agricultural applications. His educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree from AUA’s Department of Crop Science, postgraduate studies in Applied Mathematical Sciences from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), and a doctoral dissertation completed at AUA. His research focuses on Experimental Designs , Multivariate Analysis , and Applications of Machine Learning in Agricultural Sciences , alongside Bioinformatics and Data Analysis using tools like R, Python, and JMP. He teaches courses such as Agricultural Experimentation II and Plant Breeding I , emphasizing practical laboratory components and theoretical frameworks. His publications span topics like transcriptomic responses in tomato plants under root cooling, drought stress resilience in Greek grapevines, and statistical software development (e.g., the rhoneycomb R package). He contributes to the Plant Breeding and Biometry Team at AUA, advancing interdisciplinary approaches in crop science.

• Aquaculture
• Fisheries
• Hydrobiology
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Professor Eleni Miliou-Barsaki is a biologist specializing in Applied Hydrobiology at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), where she holds the rank of Professor in the Department of Animal Production Science. She directs the Laboratory of Applied Hydrobiology (LAB/LAH) and leads WP4: Joint Research within the European University EU-CONEXUS initiative. Her research focuses on aquatic organism physiology, sustainable aquaculture, and pollutant toxicity effects. She has coordinated multiple research projects and published extensively on topics like marine biochemistry, fish health, and molecular identification of species. Education: BSc (1981), MSc (1984), PhD (1990) in Hydrobiology and Aquaculture. Roles: Departmental instructor, lab director, project coordinator for EU-funded initiatives. Her research interests span growth dynamics, stress responses, and aquaculture sustainability. Recent work includes studies on IMTA systems, molecular authentication of seafood, and environmental toxin impacts. She actively contributes to advancing aquaculture practices through interdisciplinary projects. Grants and projects include leadership roles in five major research programs and participation in seven others. Her lab investigates biofilm dynamics, fish nutrition, and genetic markers for species identification. Future work emphasizes sustainable aquaculture innovations and ecological conservation strategies.