Sotirios Karellas

Professor Sotirios Karellas holds a faculty position at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) in the School of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Heat. He maintains active visiting professor roles at Universität Bayreuth and TU München.

His academic journey includes:

• Dr. Mechanical Engineer (2005) - Technical University of Munich
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (2001) - NTUA

Research focuses on thermal power systems with specialization in:

• Organic Rankine Cycle applications
• Energy storage and hydrogen technologies
• Biomass/waste-to-energy systems
• Decentralized power generation

Scientific recognition includes:

• International awards for research contributions
• Multiple scholarships and distinctions
• Editorial recognition (ASCE)

Administrative roles:

• Director of Thermal Processes Laboratory
• Research Coordinator for EULiST
• Member of key university committees