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Dr. George Stamou is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), serving as Director of the Artificial Intelligence and Learning Systems Laboratory (AILS). His expertise spans knowledge representation, machine learning, neural networks, and semantic technologies. He leads interdisciplinary initiatives such as the postgraduate program 'Data Science and Machine Learning' (2018–2022). Research Interests: Focuses on knowledge graphs, interpretable AI, semantic web applications, and multimodal learning. His work integrates formal logic systems (e.g., description logics) with modern deep learning techniques, addressing challenges in explainability, bias detection, and ethical AI applications. Publications: Over 150 articles in AI journals/conferences with an h-index of 34 (Google Scholar). Notable contributions include datasets like CHORDONOMICON (music analysis), GOSt-MT (gender bias in MT), and methodologies for counterfactual explanations in machine learning. Awards & Committees: Active in W3C and RuleML standardization bodies. Co-organized major AI conferences. Recognized for contributions to semantic interoperability and knowledge-based systems. Labs & Teams: Directs AILS-NTUA lab and collaborates with CISRI (Computer & Information Systems Research Institute). Engages in EU projects like CultureLabs (cultural heritage digitalization) andsmarty4covid (health data analysis).

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Knowledge Representation
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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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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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Stergios Tampekis is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Forestry and Natural Environment Management within the Faculty of Plant Sciences at the Agricultural University of Athens . His research focuses on forest operations engineering, emphasizing the optimization of human-environment interactions through Nature-Based Solutions. Based in Karpenisi, Greece, he contributes to sustainable forest infrastructure and wildfire prevention strategies. Contact: stampeki@aua.gr Phone: +30-22370-23282 Research Interests Tampekis specializes in: Environmental impact assessment of forest operations GIS-based spatial planning for fire management Development of Decision Support Systems (DSS) for forestry Resilient infrastructure planning in Mediterranean islands Integration of wildfire prevention with sustainable land use Recent Research Trends His recent publications highlight GIS-driven approaches for wildfire risk management, economic evaluation of forest infrastructure, and climate change adaptation through complex systems science. Key themes include multi-criteria analysis, spatial optimization, and sustainable resource deployment. Scientific Awards No awards listed in the provided text

• Forest Operations Engineering
• Sustainable Forest Management
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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Elias Economou is an Associate Professor of Cognitive Psychology at the Psychology Department, University of Crete. He received his bachelor's degree from the same department and earned a PhD from Rutgers University. Since 2004, he has held various roles including Adjunct Professor and Lecturer before becoming Associate Professor in 2015. Education: Bachelor's in Psychology (University of Crete), PhD (Rutgers University) His research focuses on understanding how human cognitive systems process environmental stimuli to perceive objects and their qualities, with dual emphasis on decoding human visual perception and simulating it in machine systems. Key areas include visual perception, attention mechanisms, and human-machine interaction. Recent publications analyze grouping factors in contrast illusions and lightness perception theories, reflecting interests in perceptual organization, environmental stimuli processing, and computational modeling of vision. He currently participates in the funded EMBRACE HE project. Teaching responsibilities include courses on perception, attention, memory, problem-solving, and experimental aesthetics at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His current affiliation with the University of Crete has been continuous since 2004.

• Visual Perception
• Cognitive Psychology
• Human-Machine Interaction
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Dr. Vangelis Marinakis is an Assistant Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). His academic background includes an Electrical and Computer Engineering degree and a PhD in Decision Support Systems for Sustainable Energy Planning from NTUA. PhD in Decision Support Systems for Sustainable Energy Planning (NTUA) Electrical and Computer Engineer (NTUA) His research focuses on designing methodologies for intelligent energy management across Smart Homes, Buildings, Cities, and Districts, leveraging technologies like IoT, AI, and Big Data. He has contributed to over 25 European (Horizon Europe, H2020) and national projects, with more than 50 journal publications and book chapters. Key research areas include Decision Support Systems , Energy Efficiency , and Renewable Energy Integration . He has led research in AI-driven energy forecasting, federated learning for privacy-preserving data models, and blockchain applications in energy markets. His work explores the intersection of Smart Grids , Building Informatics , and Climate Resilience . Dr. Marinakis has developed frameworks for: Decarbonization-as-a-Service in building renovations Scalable Big Data architectures for smart buildings Multi-criteria optimization of EV charging stations Explainable AI in energy decision-making Climate resilience assessment for urban housing

• Decision Support Systems
• Energy Management
• Sustainable Energy Planning
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Professor Maria Papadopoulou is a faculty member in the Department of Language and History at the School of Early Childhood Education, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Her expertise spans literacies, multilingual education, refugee integration, and multimodal communication. She has held roles in curriculum development, teacher training, and policy analysis, focusing on inclusive practices for marginalized groups. Education & Professional Background: Established career in early childhood and language education with a focus on refugee and multilingual contexts. Administrative Roles: Contributed to academic governance and international conferences, including the Hellenic Semiotics Society. Her research emphasizes critical literacy, digital tools in education, and refugee education policy. Key projects include interventions for noise awareness in preschools and studies on Roma literacy practices. She has collaborated with NGOs and policymakers to bridge theory and practice in multicultural education settings. Publications span over 30 years, addressing topics like semiotics in advertising, multimodal texts, and task-based language teaching. Her work highlights the interplay between cultural context, technology, and pedagogy to foster inclusive learning environments.

• Literacies and language education
• Multimodal literacy
• Refugee education
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Kostas Ioannidis is an Associate Professor of Theory and Criticism at the Athens School of Fine Arts. He specializes in art theory, photography history, and cultural studies with a focus on Greece and its transnational cultural dynamics. His research explores intersections between aesthetics, ethics, and historical representation. Recipient of the State Award for Essay and Criticism (2020) for his book on 19th/20th century photography poetics. Fulbright Scholar (2013) conducting research at MoMA and Rockefeller Archive Center on Greek-US cultural relations during the Cold War. Conducted research on Smyrna Prison photographs (1919-1922) as a Clark Art Institute Fellow (2022). Principal Investigator of the TECHNO-LOGIA research program and member of the Hellenic Foundation for Research Innovation (HFRI) General Assembly. His work examines topics like Minimalism's moral implications, early 20th-century Greek photography, and the role of photography in cultural translation. He has authored influential books including An ‘exquisitely hybrid art’ (2019) and co-authored Three at Sea (2018).

• Art Theory and Criticism
• History of Photography
• Modern Greek Studies
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Giannis Kokkalis is an Assistant Professor at the School of Fine Arts , University of Ioannina , specializing in sculpture and digital arts. He holds a master’s diploma in digital arts from the Athens School of Fine Arts and has extensive experience in both academic teaching and contemporary art creation. Education : Sculpture studies at Athens School of Fine Arts, master’s in digital arts from the same institution, and professional photography training at IEK Focus. His research focuses on sculpture , interactive installations , and kinetic art , using materials like nylon, plexiglass, and LED lights to create immersive experiences. Recent exhibitions (2023-2024) include solo works at 3Portes Gallery and group shows exploring ecological themes and digital media. Scientific awards and grants are not explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Kokkalis has no listed formal advisees.

• Sculpture
• Digital Arts
• Visual Arts
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Thomas Spyrou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering at the University of the Aegean. He holds a Physics degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a PhD in Decision Support Systems - Artificial Intelligence from the University of the Aegean. His research focuses on Information Systems, Design Methodologies, and Sustainability, with an emphasis on Decision Support Systems, Simulation, and Cybernetics. Key affiliations include the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering at the University of the Aegean, where he has contributed to curricula development and interdisciplinary projects. His work spans design theory, digital tools for art and sustainability, and systems thinking applied to creative processes. Research interests include Design Support Systems, Biomimetic Service Design, and the integration of tacit knowledge into design frameworks. His recent projects involve tools like DDArtS for street art creation and Spyractable for tangible user interfaces. Over 50 publications highlight his contributions to design, technology, and cybersecurity.

• Information Systems
• Design Methodologies
• Product and Systems Design Engineering
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Dr. Sotirios Koukoulas is an Associate Professor at the Department of Spatial Planning, Urban Planning and Regional Development at the University of Thessaly since 2023. His academic career spans over 20 years, including roles as Lecturer (2002–2023) and Postdoctoral Researcher (2001–2002) at the University of the Aegean. He holds a PhD in Remote Sensing and GIS from King’s College London, an MSc in Statistics from the University of Lancaster, and a Bachelor’s in Environmental Science from the University of the Aegean. Research Interests: Remote Sensing and GIS applications for land use/cover change Coastal erosion modeling and climate change impacts Urban growth analysis and sprawl monitoring Environmental degradation and desertification mapping Spatial metrics in ecological and urban planning Key Academic Contributions: Pioneered GIS models for landfill site selection and coastal resilience Developed integrated coastal simulation tools (SCAPEGIS) Created statistical frameworks for extremal dependence in coastal systems Advanced land cover classification using machine learning (Random Forests) Contributed to EU climate cost assessment projects (ClimateCost, CIRCE) Scientific Recognition: Recipient of Marie Curie Outgoing International Fellowship Member of editorial boards for PLOS One and Remote Sensing journals Active in international conference scientific committees (EARSeL, IGARSS) Collaborated with institutions in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and China Teaching and Leadership: Lectures on Remote Sensing, Statistics, and Land Cover Mapping Coordinator of university research grants and EU-funded projects Advisor for graduate students in environmental and urban studies

• Remote Sensing
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Spatial and Environmental Planning
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Gokas Evangelos (Vangelis Gokas) is a Professor at the Department of Visual Arts and Art Sciences of the University of Ioannina. He was born in Corinth (1969), studied at the Department of Visual and Applied Arts (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 1988-1994) and the School of Fine Arts (University of Barcelona, 1995-1997). His artistic practice involves reconstructing photographic images through painting, creating mysterious, romanticized landscapes that challenge conventional perception. These works employ painterly mediation to transform mundane objects into experiential, subjective spaces for viewers to re-interpret. He maintains an active presence through exhibitions in Greece and abroad, with a personal website hosted by Elika Gallery in Athens. Teaching field: Visual Arts, Painting Research focus: Image reconstruction, painterly abstraction, perceptual transformation Technical engagement: Explores intersections of traditional painting with expanded visual expression

• Visual Arts
• Painting
• Contemporary Art
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Sotiropoulou-Zormpala Marina is a Professor at the University of Crete, specializing in Aesthetic Education of Child and Infant. Her work bridges arts education, aesthetic teaching, and early childhood development through interdisciplinary approaches. Education: PhD (2002) MSc (1988) Diploma (1986) Research focuses on integrating arts across curricula, developing aesthetic flow activities, and enhancing language arts through creative methodologies. She has published extensively on arts-based pedagogy, teacher training, and aesthetic sensitivity in elementary and early childhood education. Recent publications highlight her expertise in designing arts-integrated curricula (2016-2021), balancing arts instruction with cross-disciplinary learning (2012), and fostering aesthetic engagement in preschool and primary education (2015-2017). Her work often addresses criteria for aesthetic teaching, educator perceptions, and experiential learning frameworks.

• Arts Education
• Aesthetic Teaching
• Early Childhood Education
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Ekaterini Manias is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete . She specializes in perception-based computer graphics, virtual reality, and haptic technologies, leading the SURREAL research group . Education : Ph.D. in Computer Science (University of Bristol, 2001), M.Sc. in Computer Science (University of Bristol, 1996), B.Sc. in Mathematics (University of Crete, 1994). Research Interests span 3D spatial cognition, distributed graphics, human-computer interaction, and gaze-contingent displays. Her work integrates psychophysics, usability engineering, and real-time rendering techniques. Professional Roles : Professor at Technical University of Crete (since Dec 2005) Assistant Professor (tenure 2004) and Lecturer at University of Sussex Researcher at Hewlett Packard Research Laboratories (1996-1998) Coordinator of SURREAL research group Associate Editor for ACM Transactions on Applied Perception and Presence, Teleoperators and Virtual Environments Chair/co-chair roles at ACM Siggraph, Eurographics, and other international conferences

• 3D Computer Graphics
• Virtual Reality
• Visual Perception
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Konstantinos A. Tsintotas is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Information and Electronic Engineering, International Hellenic University. His research focuses on artificial intelligence, robotics, computer vision, and their applications in smart cities, healthcare, and manufacturing. He is actively involved in advancing AI-driven systems for critical infrastructure management, robotic vision, and embedded device technologies. His work spans theoretical advancements and practical implementations, including projects like SLAM algorithms for autonomous navigation, deep learning models for medical diagnosis, and IoT-integrated smart supply chains. Tsintotas also explores ethical implications of AI in human action recognition and contributes to neuromorphic computing through spiking neural networks. Key technical contributions include ReJSHand (real-time hand pose estimation), fall detection systems for embedded devices, and visual place recognition frameworks. His interdisciplinary approach bridges computer science, electrical engineering, and biomedical applications, reflecting a strong commitment to innovation at the hardware-software interface. Notable trends in his publications emphasize AI ethics, multimodal perception for robotics, and low-power embedded solutions. Ongoing work includes advancing digital twin technologies for supply chains and refining bio-inspired neural architectures for robotics applications.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Computer Vision
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