Michael Filippakis

Michael Filippakis is a Professor at the Department of Digital Systems, University of Piraeus, Greece. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mathematics from the University of Ioannina, and a PhD in Applied Mathematics from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), where he received the State Scholarships Foundation Award for his doctoral work. His academic career includes a position as a P.D.407/80 Lecturer before attaining his current professorship. He teaches courses such as Discrete Mathematics, Probability Theory, Information Theory, and Mathematical Analysis.

• Education:
  • B.Sc. in Mathematics, University of Ioannina
  • M.Sc. in Mathematics, University of Ioannina
  • PhD in Applied Mathematics, NTUA

His research focuses on nonlinear boundary value problems involving PDEs, evolution equations, optimization, optimal control, mathematical economics, game theory, communication systems simulation, and image processing. He has authored multiple textbooks, including Statistical methods in economics and business (2013) and Probability theory and elements of statistical analysis with Python, R, MATLAB, and SPSS (2019).

Dr. Filippakis has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, accumulating over 50 citations. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical applications in technology and business.

• Key Awards:
  • State Scholarships Foundation Award (PhD thesis)

He actively engages in teaching and research, including guiding students through internships and advising on interdisciplinary projects. His involvement with organizations like the IEEE and IMIA reflects his commitment to advancing informatics and applied mathematics.