Marios Pantzaris

Marios Pantzaris is a Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Neurology at the Cyprus School of Molecular Medicine, part of the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING). He also serves as the Director of Neurology at CING and previously held the role of Head of the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic. His academic qualifications include an MD from Aristotle University in Greece (1991) and specialization in Neurology (1995).

• MD, Aristotle University, Greece (1991)
• Specialist Neurologist, Aristotle University, Greece (1995)

Pantzaris’s research focuses on neuroimmunology, biomarker discovery, and medical imaging technologies for neurological diseases, particularly multiple sclerosis (MS). His work explores the role of antibodies against phospholipid-binding proteins in MS progression, genetic factors influencing disease severity, and advanced ultrasound imaging techniques for vascular and neurological diagnostics.

His recent publications span topics such as antibody profiling in MS, HEVC video compression for ultrasound, and carotid artery segmentation algorithms. These studies highlight his interdisciplinary approach, integrating neurology, biomedical engineering, and computational informatics.

Pantzaris has led and participated in clinical trials and research projects funded by the Cyprus Research Promotion Foundation, Genesis Pharma Cyprus, and the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism. These include investigations into novel therapies for MS, miRNA profiles in interferon-beta resistance, and modifier gene studies in MS prognosis.