جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Zenonas Tziarrasمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Turkish Foreign Policy
• Contemporary Turkish Politics
• International Politics
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Zenonas Tziarras is a Lecturer in the Department of Turkish and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Cyprus. His academic work focuses on Turkish foreign policy, contemporary Turkish politics, and the international politics and security dynamics of the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean region. He holds a PhD in Politics and International Studies from the University of Warwick, UK, with a specialization in Turkish Foreign Policy under the Justice and Development Party (AKP). Dr. Tziarras earned his BA in Mediterranean Studies from the University of the Aegean, Greece, and his MA in International Relations and Strategic Studies from the University of Birmingham, UK. He has also attended specialization seminars in International Security at the University of Delhi, India, and in Leadership and Conflict Resolution at Koç University, Turkey, along with obtaining a certificate in Conflict Resolution and Mediation Skills from the Northern Ireland Open College Network. His research interests span Turkish foreign policy, contemporary Turkish politics, international politics and security of the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean, political Islam, and more recently, political theology, apocalypticism, and the relationship between religion, ideology and politics. Dr. Tziarras employs Neoclassical Realist theoretical frameworks in his analysis of foreign policy behavior, with particular attention to ideational factors. His scholarly output demonstrates a clear evolution from analyzing Turkish foreign policy in the Middle East toward examining broader regional dynamics in the Eastern Mediterranean, with increasing focus on Cyprus's foreign policy and strategic position. The publications reveal a methodological consistency in applying international relations theory to concrete regional cases, particularly examining how systemic pressures interact with domestic factors to shape foreign policy outcomes. Dr. Tziarras is the co-founder of the platform Geopolitical Cyprus and serves as a member of the editorial board of the New Middle Eastern Studies Journal. He has previously worked as a Post-Doctoral Fellow in the Department of Social and Political Sciences of the University of Cyprus and as an Associate Lecturer in Security & Diplomacy Studies between 2015 and 2017.

Christos Nicolaidesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Data Science
• Machine Learning
• Social Networks
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christos Nicolaides is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Business and Public Administration within the School of Economics and Management at the University of Cyprus (UCY), holding a secondary appointment as a Digital Fellow at MIT's Initiative on the Digital Economy. Previously, he spent three years as a James McDonnell Foundation-funded Postdoctoral Fellow at MIT Sloan School of Management. His educational background includes a PhD in Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2014), SM from MIT (2011), MSc in Applied Mathematics from Imperial College London (2009), and BSc in Physics from University of Thessaloniki (2008). Nicolaides' research applies mathematical, statistical, and computational tools to large-scale empirical questions in social influence mediated by digital technologies. His work spans Data Science , Machine Learning , Social Networks , and Computational Social Science , with significant contributions to understanding human mobility patterns, disease transmission dynamics, and social contagion effects. His research has established novel methodologies for analyzing complex network structures in mobility data and social interactions. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on applying network science to real-world problems, particularly in pandemic response (12 publications), human mobility analytics (9 publications), and social contagion dynamics (7 publications). His work demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary integration, combining computer science, epidemiology, and organizational behavior since 2020. Marie S. Curie Fellow Two Highly Cited Papers by Web of Science (2017, 2020) Best Paper Award by Risk Analysis Society (2019) Professor of The Week by Poets & Quants (2020) As principal institutional investigator, Nicolaides has secured over €1 million in research funding from the European Commission, industry partners, Cyprus Innovation and Research Foundation, and Cyprus Ministry of Health. His current teaching includes Social Networks and Entrepreneurship, Introduction to Operations Management, and Quantitative Methods in Management. Media coverage of his work spans major outlets including The New York Times, CNN, Nature, and Science, with significant impact on public health policy discussions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Information Retrieval Systems
• Machine Learning
• Data Mining
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yıltan Bitirim is a faculty member at the Computer Engineering Department of Eastern Mediterranean University in North Cyprus. With over two decades of academic experience, he has served in various roles including Vice Chair (2014-2022), Academic Affairs Coordinator (2025-), and committee member for ABET assessment, curriculum development, and faculty recruitment. Current academic rank: Associate Professor Active administrative roles: Senate Member (2023-), Information Technology Commission Member (2023-) Professional memberships: ACM, IEEE Senior Member, Cyprus Turkish Chamber of Computer Engineers Research Interests focus on four primary areas: Information Retrieval Systems – evaluating search engine effectiveness and reverse image search performance Machine Learning – applied to emotion classification, gender recognition, and medical diagnosis Data Mining – used in Turkish word-stemming analysis and user behavior studies Biometrics – specializing in hand/wrist/palm vein recognition systems and voice-based identification Publications demonstrate consistent contributions across disciplines, with recent works (2023-2025) emphasizing: Deep learning applications in biometric authentication Advanced emotion recognition systems Medical AI for diabetes management and retinopathy diagnosis Biometric spoof detection mechanisms Turkish language processing challenges Recommendation system innovations Awards & Recognition : Research Incentive Awards (2020, 2021) Best Paper Award at ICIW 2007 IEEE Senior Member status As an educator, he has supervised numerous thesis committees and taught foundational courses in computer engineering, including CMPE 112 and CMPE 342. His certifications (MCTS, MCITP) reflect technical expertise in Microsoft technologies.

Andreas Athenodorouمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Theoretical Particle Physics
• Lattice Gauge Theories
• Computational Physics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andreas Athenodorou is an associate research scientist at the Computation-based Science & Technology Research Center (CaSToRC) of The Cyprus Institute. He holds a PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics from the University of Oxford (2004–2008) and has held postdoctoral positions at DESY Zeuthen, Swansea University, and the University of Cyprus. Prior to his current role, he was a Marie Sklodowska Curie Individual Fellow at the University of Pisa (2019–2021). He currently leads a work package in the NI4OS-Europe project. His research focuses on theoretical and computational aspects of particle physics, including lattice gauge theories, large-Nc limits, hadron structure, and beyond Standard Model physics. He specializes in applying high performance computing (HPC), data science, and machine learning to solve complex problems in quantum field theory. Notable areas include confinement dynamics via effective string theory, glueball spectroscopy, and topological susceptibility studies in QCD. His computational work spans lattice QCD simulations, development of reproducible open science workflows, and application of machine learning to phase transition analysis. He has contributed to understanding mass hierarchies in strongly-coupled systems and the neutron electric dipole moment using advanced simulation techniques. Key contributions include advancing effective string theory descriptions of flux tubes, analyzing Z_N gauge theories, and exploring β-function behaviors in SU(2) adjoint fermion systems. His work bridges fundamental theory with computational innovation, addressing both particle physics questions and methodological challenges in large-scale simulations.

Costas S. Patrickiosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dynamic Covalent Chemistry
• Amphiphilic Copolymer Networks
• Microphase Separation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Costas S. Patrickios is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Cyprus, within the School of Natural and Applied Sciences. His academic career spans over two decades, beginning as an Assistant Professor in 1998 and progressing to his current position as Professor. His research is centered on advanced polymer systems with applications spanning materials science, nanotechnology, and biomaterials. Dr. Patrickios received his Diploma in Chemical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) in 1988, followed by a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering Practice from MIT in 1990. He completed his PhD at MIT in 1993 and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Sussex from 1994-1996. His academic journey continued with a lectureship at UMIST before joining the University of Cyprus in 1998. His research focuses on dynamic covalent chemistry , amphiphilic copolymer networks , and microphase separation in polymer systems. Patrickios has made significant contributions to the understanding of polymer synthesis , controlled polymerizations , and degradable polymer networks . His work often bridges experimental and computational approaches, particularly in coarse-grained molecular dynamics simulations of polymer behavior. Recent research has expanded into applications related to RNA and DNA yield , demonstrating the versatility of his polymer systems. Analysis of his publication record reveals a strong focus on amphiphilic polymer conetworks, with consistent exploration of their synthesis, characterization, and applications. His work shows increasing integration of computational methods with experimental approaches, particularly in understanding structure-property relationships. The research spans fundamental polymer science to applied areas including energy materials, biomaterials, and smart responsive systems. Dr. Patrickios has also contributed significantly to the field through book editing, including the comprehensive volumes Amphiphilic Polymer Co-networks: Synthesis, Properties, Modelling and Applications (2020) and Polymer Networks: Synthesis, Properties, Theory and Applications (2010), which have become important references in the field. His collaborative research approach is evident through numerous international partnerships, with co-authors from institutions across Europe and beyond. This collaborative network has enabled multidisciplinary research that bridges chemistry, materials science, and engineering perspectives.

• foundations
• expansive soils
• slope stability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dimitrios Loukidis serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Cyprus, where he has been a core faculty member since January 2009. His academic foundation includes a Civil Engineering degree from the National Technical University of Athens (1999) and advanced geotechnical specialization through MSCE (2000) and PhD (2006) degrees from Purdue University, followed by postdoctoral research there (2006-2008). Educational Background: Civil Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1999) MSCE in Geotechnical Engineering, Purdue University (2000) PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Purdue University (2006) Professor Loukidis maintains a robust research program addressing critical geotechnical challenges through both theoretical and applied approaches. His work spans foundations engineering , expansive soils behavior (particularly Nicosia marl), slope stability and landslide mechanics , offshore geotechnics for pipeline systems, and advanced computational geomechanics including constitutive modeling and seismic analysis. Recent investigations integrate machine learning with traditional geotechnical methods to enhance landslide susceptibility mapping. His 15-year publication trajectory reveals evolving expertise: early work focused on fundamental soil-pile interaction and bearing capacity mechanisms (2008-2012), transitioning toward complex geohazard analysis including fault-rupture propagation (2009), offshore pipeline-fault interactions (2020-2023), and sophisticated modeling of expansive soil behavior (2018-2024). The 2025 publication demonstrates cutting-edge integration of machine learning with geotechnical parameters for landslide prediction in Southwestern Cyprus. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. While specific student advising details and grant information aren't disclosed, his collaborative publications with researchers like Triantafyllaki, Tzampoglou, and Papanastasiou indicate active participation in Cyprus-focused geotechnical research teams. Current investigations center on urban development impacts on paleolandslides (Pissouri case study) and machine learning-enhanced geohazard assessment. Laboratory work appears centered on computational geomechanics modeling, with recent publications utilizing advanced numerical techniques for large deformation analysis and hybrid optimization algorithms. The research group maintains strong field validation components, particularly for Nicosia marl behavior and offshore pipeline performance under tectonic stresses.

• Public Health
• Nursing Practices
• Health Literacy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. SEVİL ALBAYRAK is a Professor and Vice Dean at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Cyprus Aydin University. She also serves as Head of the Nursing Department and Director of the Health Services Vocational School. Her academic roles include overseeing departments such as Nursing (English), Nutrition and Dietetics (MA), and managing the Vocational School. She has taught courses like Epidemiology, Public Health Nursing, and Research Methods, emphasizing evidence-based practice and scientific ethics. Her research focuses on public health, nursing education, health literacy, and mental health interventions. Notable projects include studies on bullying prevention, health workers' pandemic resilience, and community nursing models. She has published extensively on topics like mental health treatment attitudes, health belief systems, and nursing practices in metabolic syndrome management. Prof. Albayrak’s work bridges clinical practice and public health, addressing issues such as healthcare stigma reduction, adolescent health behaviors, and curriculum development for nursing education. Her contributions span both theoretical research and applied initiatives to improve healthcare accessibility and quality.

• Approximation Theory
• Harmonic Analysis
• Function Spaces
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Georgios Kyriazis serves as a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics within the School of Natural and Applied Sciences at the University of Cyprus. His academic appointment is based in THEE 02 Building, Office 065 on the university campus. His educational foundation includes: B.Sc. in Mathematics (1986) from the University of Ioannina, Greece Ph.D. in Mathematics (1992) from the University of South Carolina, USA Professor Kyriazis specializes in Approximation Theory and Harmonic Analysis , with research emphasizing theoretical frameworks for function spaces. His work rigorously examines structural properties of Banach spaces, Triebel-Lizorkin spaces, and Besov spaces through decomposition techniques, frame constructions, and multilevel characterizations. This research bridges abstract functional analysis with practical computational methodologies in mathematical approximation. His publication trajectory reveals sustained focus on advanced function space theory since the early 2000s, evolving from foundational basis constructions toward sophisticated decompositions in anisotropic and weighted settings. Key thematic developments include spherical harmonic applications, Jacobi polynomial expansions, and directional approximation frameworks—all contributing to deeper understanding of multivariate function behavior.

Myria Ioannouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• Tourism Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Myria Ioannou is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Department of Management and Marketing, European University Cyprus. She serves as Chairperson of her department and coordinates the BBA Marketing Communications & Social Media program. Her academic career began in 1998 with a BSc in Business, Finance, and Economics from the University of East Anglia, followed by an MSc in Marketing from Manchester School of Management (UMIST) in 2002 and a PhD in Marketing from The University of Manchester in 2009. Her research focuses on digital marketing competencies, visitor experiences in cultural heritage, tourism policy, and consumer behavior in banking and retail contexts. She has co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles and contributed to international conferences. Notable projects include the Erasmus+-funded DIMAS project (2019-2021) on digital marketing competencies in secondary schools. Her research interests span digital transformation in marketing, sustainable tourism through cultural heritage, and cross-cultural brand equity analysis. She actively reviews for journals like the International Journal of Tourism Policy and Journal of Services Marketing. Awards include a Fulbright Scholarship and bursaries for advanced marketing workshops. Her work bridges academic insights with practical applications, such as advising on visitor experience management in island destinations and exploring CRM strategies' effectiveness across industries. Education: PhD in Marketing, The University of Manchester (2009) MSc in Marketing, Manchester School of Management, UMIST (2002) BSc (Hons) in Business, Finance, and Economics, University of East Anglia (1998) Awards & Recognition: Fulbright Scholarship for Graduate Study Bursaries for Services Marketing Workshop and Academy of Marketing Conference Doctoral Colloquium Professional Roles: Co-editor for Special Issue on “Establishing innovative products and processes in tourism” (International Journal of Tourism Policy) Reviewer for leading journals including Journal of Services Marketing and International Journal of Bank Marketing Her research demonstrates a focus on applying marketing principles to real-world challenges, from digital education frameworks to sustainable tourism policies. Recent work emphasizes leveraging visitor experiences to enhance cultural heritage sites' management and cross-cultural branding strategies.

Gülnur Yelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Fractional Calculus
• Partial Differential Equations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gülnur Yel is an Associate Professor in the Department of Primary School Mathematics Teaching at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University's Faculty of Educational Sciences. She holds a PhD (2016), Master's (2012), and Bachelor's (2009) in Mathematics from the same institution. Her research focuses on nonlinear dynamics, fractional calculus, and mathematical physics, with a particular emphasis on soliton theory and analytical solutions to partial differential equations. Dr. Yel has contributed significantly to understanding wave phenomena in contexts ranging from fluid dynamics to quantum mechanics. Her work spans theoretical and applied aspects of nonlinear systems, including studies on the Benjamin-Ono equation, conformable derivatives, and integrable models like the Zoomeron and Gross-Pitaevskii equations. She has explored wave solutions in diverse domains such as electrical transmission lines, water waves, and nonlinear optics. Her publications often emphasize analytical methods and their applications to real-world problems, reflecting her expertise in both pure and applied mathematics. Dr. Yel's research has produced numerous contributions to the understanding of soliton behavior, fractional calculus applications, and mathematical modeling of physical systems. While no specific awards are listed, her extensive publication record underscores her active role in advancing nonlinear science research.

Charalambos Papageorgiouمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Political Philosophy
• Economic Analysis
• Fuzzy Cognitive Mapping
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Charalambos Papageorgiou is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Humanities, School of Humanities, Social and Education Sciences, European University Cyprus. He holds a PhD in Political Philosophy from University College London (1990), MA in Philosophy from King’s College London (1987), and BA in Philosophy from University of Athens (1986). His research focuses on political philosophy, economic analysis, and fuzzy cognitive mapping applied to socio-economic systems. Notable areas include Cypriot political economy, welfare state comparisons, stock market dynamics, and corporate governance. He has served as Head of Socioeconomic and Political Research at the Center of Applied Research (1991-2007). Publications span topics like Cypriot EU election dynamics, banking system modeling, and post-Greece PSI economic repercussions. His work integrates philosophical inquiry with quantitative methodologies. Consulting Roles: 2011-2016: Member of Cyprus House of Parliament Finance Committee & Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Head 2009-2011: Central Bank of Cyprus Board Member 2001-2006: Cyprus Telecommunication Authority Board Member Awards: Yiannos Kranidiotis Prize (2000) His research projects include Europeanisation of Cyprus’ Economic Policy (2011-2014) and Cyprus Welfare State Analysis (1999-2001).

Nikos Stylianopoulosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Complex Analysis
• Orthogonal Polynomials
• Numerical Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nikos Stylianopoulos is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Cyprus, School of Natural and Applied Sciences. He has been serving in this position since 2010, following his progression through the academic ranks at the same institution from Lecturer (1993) to Assistant Professor (1996), Associate Professor (2002), and finally Professor (2010). He has also held visiting positions at the University of Crete (1999, 2007) and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1992-1993). Ph.D. in Mathematics, Brunel University (1990) M.Sc. in Numerical Analysis, Brunel University (1987) Degree in Mathematics, University of Patras (1985) Professor Stylianopoulos specializes in Complex Analysis , particularly orthogonal polynomials and their applications, Numerical Analysis with focus on computational complex analysis and numerical methods for conformal mappings, and Potential Theory including harmonic functions and inverse potential problems. His research bridges theoretical mathematics with practical computational methods, with significant contributions to understanding the asymptotic behavior of orthogonal polynomials and developing numerical techniques for conformal mapping. His publication record shows a consistent focus on orthogonal polynomials in the complex plane, with particular emphasis on Bergman polynomials, their asymptotic behavior, and applications to image recovery and shape reconstruction. The research demonstrates strong connections between complex analysis, numerical methods, and potential theory, with practical applications in computational mathematics. Academy of Athens Prize (2014) for work on Bergman polynomials Multiple Research in Pairs programs at Mathematisches Forschungsinstitut Oberwolfach University of Cyprus research grants on Orthogonal Polynomials (2010-2015) Bursary from Brunel University (1987-1988) National Scholarship for Excellence (1986-1990) Professor Stylianopoulos has held significant administrative roles including Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning at the University of Cyprus (2016-2017), Chairman of the Editorial Board of Cyprus University Press (2019-2020), and membership on various evaluation committees for undergraduate and postgraduate programs across Greek universities. He serves on the editorial board of Computational Methods and Function Theory and has been involved in numerous research collaborations with prominent mathematicians including Ed Saff, Bjorn Gustafsson, and Mihai Putinar.

• Macroeconomics
• Monetary Policy
• Fiscal Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marios Zachariadis is a Professor in the Department of Finance at the University of Cyprus, affiliated with the School of Economics and Management. His work bridges macroeconomics, finance, and international economics. Education: BA in Economics (University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1993), PhD in Economics (Ohio State University, 2000) Academic Career: Assistant Professor (Louisiana State University, 2000–2005), Assistant/Associate Professor (University of Cyprus, 2005–2017), Full Professor (2017–present) His research focuses on monetary and fiscal policy , economic integration , and technological diffusion . Key themes include price convergence, trade costs, and expectations formation under macroeconomic shocks. Recent publications analyze nonlinear international price dynamics , public debt effects , and race-based labor market discrimination . His empirical work spans the Euro Area, Cyprus, and global markets. Honors include Featured Article in Economic Inquiry (2023) and Lead Article in Journal of Money, Credit and Banking (2016).

Chrystala Psathitiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Urban Morphology
• Architectural Design
• Human Behavior in Built Environments
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chrystala Psathiti is a Lecturer in Architectural Design & Theory at Neapolis University Paphos and founder of Splace Architecture. Trained as an architect with a Diploma from the University of Cyprus, an MSc in Spatial Design from UCL’s Bartlett, and currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Cyprus (funded by the National Scholarship Foundation and Youth Board Cyprus). Her research explores architecture’s relationship with human behavior, urban morphology, and socio-spatial dynamics. She has contributed to European projects like EPUM, KAEBUP, and Innovaroom, and her work appears in journals like Space Syntax and international exhibitions including the Venice Biennale. As a practitioner, she has designed residential, commercial, industrial, and educational projects, earning an honorable mention for the Cultural Village of Lempa and School of Fine Arts in Florina, Greece. Education: Diploma in Architecture, University of Cyprus MSc Spatial Design: Architecture & Cities, UCL Bartlett PhD Candidate, University of Cyprus Research interests focus on urban form, school environments, and the interplay between spatial design and human behavior. Her publications analyze socio-spatial frameworks, temporal dynamics in educational buildings, and urban morphology’s social dimensions. She applies blended learning methodologies in teaching urban design concepts. Publications trend toward analyzing architectural spaces through sociological and psychological lenses, emphasizing education and urban contexts. Key themes include Basil Bernstein’s classification frameworks, temporal-spatial approaches, and brand-led architectural strategies. Awards: Architectural Competition Honorable Mention (Cultural Village of Lempa & School of Fine Arts, Florina) Advising and grants include involvement in European research projects and academic mentorship. She leads Splace Architecture, blending research and practice in innovative spatial solutions. Current work explores adaptive reuse of buildings and sustainable urban design.

• Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing Management
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Asli Ökten Demircioğlu serves as a Lecturer at Cyprus Aydin University, teaching core marketing and business administration courses for the 2025-2026 Fall Semester including Consumer Behavior (MRK510), Introduction to Marketing (MRK201), Marketing Management (MRK501), Marketing Research (MRK301), Organizational Behavior (ISL525), and Sales Management (MRK401/ISL509). Her educational qualifications: Bachelor of Business Administration, Eastern Mediterranean University (1999) Master of Educational Sciences, Middle East Technical University (2003) Research interests focus on applied marketing disciplines: Consumer Behavior analysis Strategic Marketing Management Sales Force Optimization Organizational Behavior dynamics in business contexts No academic publications, scientific awards, student advising records, or research grants are documented in university records.