Panagiotis Karanis

Panagiotis Karanis is a Professor of Anatomy and Coordinator of the Unit of Anatomy and Morphology at the University of Nicosia Medical School. He holds a PhD in Parasitology from Bonn University and a Habilitation in Parasitology from the Medical Faculty of Bonn University. His career includes former roles as Professor and Principal Investigator at institutions in Germany, Japan, and China, including leading the Center for Biomedicine and Infectious Diseases at Qinghai University.

• Affiliations: University of Nicosia Medical School (current), Bonn University, Cologne University, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Qinghai University
• Educational Background: PhD in Parasitology (Bonn University), Habilitation in Clinical Theoretical Medicine (Bonn University)

His research focuses on waterborne, foodborne, and vector-borne diseases, emphasizing diagnostic method development, epidemiology, and the 'One World – One Health' framework. Key areas include parasitic infections (Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Acanthamoeba), antibiotic resistance, and environmental contamination pathways. He has authored over 160 Scopus-indexed articles with 9,354 citations (h-index 48), managed €10M+ in research funding, and been ranked in the top 2% of global scientists.

Research Highlights:

• Investigates protozoan parasites in water systems, vegetables, and wildlife
• Develops molecular diagnostic tools for emerging pathogens
• Evaluates disinfection methods (chlorine, UV, microwave) for protozoan cysts
• Studies parasite prevalence in immunocompromised patients and livestock

His recent articles address leptospirosis complications, Acanthamoeba viability in water, and antiparasitic plant extracts. Awards include Stanford University's Top 2% Scientists distinction.

Grants & Collaborations: Over 60 projects funded across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Global partnerships include institutions in China, Egypt, Tunisia, and the Philippines.

Labs & Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams in parasitology, anatomy education, and One Health initiatives. Collaborates with clinicians, veterinarians, and environmental scientists.