Karystinos Georgios

George N. Karystinos is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete, where he has served since 2005. Since 2021, he also holds the position of Dean of the School. Previously, he was an Assistant Professor at Wright State University (2003–2005).

Education:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, State University of New York at Buffalo, 2003
• Diploma in Computer Engineering and Science, University of Patras, 1997
• Additional studies in Piano, National Conservatory of Athens and State University of New York at Buffalo

Research Interests:

His research spans telecommunications theory and systems, coding theory, adaptive signal processing, wireless communications, MIMO systems, neural networks, and optimization with limited data. He is particularly known for contributions to L1-norm PCA, noncoherent detection, RFID systems, and code design for CDMA.

Scientific Awards:

• IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks Outstanding Paper Award (2003)
• IEEE ICT Best Paper Award (2001)
• IEEE ISWCS Best Paper Award (2013)
• IEEE ICASSP Best Student Paper Award (2015)
• IEEE RFID-TA Second Best Student Paper Award (2011)
• IEEE MOCAST Best Student Paper Award (2018)

Laboratory and Teaching:

He leads research at the Telecommunications Laboratory and teaches courses such as Signals and Systems, Information and Code Theory, and Probability and Random Process Theory.

Grants and Projects:

While specific grant details are not listed, his extensive publication record and award history indicate active participation in funded research projects, particularly in wireless communications and signal processing.