جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Power Systems
• Electrical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Integration
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Pavlos S. Georgilakis is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), specializing in modern techniques for power system analysis, optimization, and renewable energy integration. He holds a Diploma (1990) and PhD (2000) in Electrical Engineering from NTUA. His career includes roles as Lecturer (2009) and Associate Professor (2018–2023) at NTUA, and Assistant Professor at the Technical University of Crete (2004–2009). Research focuses on power transmission/distribution systems, transformer design, and applying AI/optimization for grid efficiency. He led 10 research projects, including Horizon 2020 initiatives SHAR-Q, WiseGRID, and NobelGrid. He authored 3 books and over 230 publications (SCOPUS citations: >5,500). Editor of IET Smart Grid, Energies, and Electricity journals; senior IEEE member. He supervised 4 doctoral, 9 master’s, and 76 diploma theses. Awards include the 2013 Best Reviewer Award from Electric Power Systems Research. Active in energy storage, smart grids, and decentralized energy resource integration.

Edouard Bardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Climatology
• Paleoclimatology
• Oceanography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Edouard Bard (born September 1, 1962) is a distinguished French climatologist currently serving as Professor of Climate and Ocean Evolution at the Collège de France. He is also a member of the French Academy of Sciences and deputy director of the European Centre for Research and Education in Environmental Geosciences (CEREGE) at the Arbois Technopole in Aix-en-Provence. His academic journey began with geological engineering studies at ENSG in Nancy, followed by doctoral research at the Commissariat à l'énergie atomique (CEA) in Gif-sur-Yvette (1987), and postdoctoral work at Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (1988-1989). Bard's research spans climatology, oceanography, and geology with a focus on understanding the natural functioning of the ocean-atmosphere-cryosphere-biosphere system across timescales from centuries to millions of years. His work integrates analytical chemistry techniques to reconstruct past environments from marine and lake sediments, corals, stalagmites, and polar ice. He has pioneered methods using mass spectrometry to measure radioactive isotopes for dating climate variations recorded in geological archives. Bard's publication record shows consistent contributions across paleoclimatology, with particular emphasis on radiocarbon dating calibration, sea level reconstruction, and climate-ocean interactions. His recent work (2010-2013) focuses on ice sheet dynamics, meltwater pulses, and cosmogenic nuclide applications, while maintaining his foundational work in radiocarbon methodology. His research demonstrates a clear trajectory from methodological development to application in major climate questions. His scientific achievements have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards: Macelwane Medal of the American Geophysical Union (1997) Wegener Medal of the European Geosciences Union (2013) Foreign Member of the National Academy of Sciences of the USA (2014) Multiple recognitions as a Highly Cited Researcher Beyond research, Bard has significantly contributed to public understanding of climate science through popular books like 'L'Homme et le climat' (2005) and 'L'Océan, le climat et nous' (2011). He organized numerous Collège de France symposia on climate change, served as scientific curator for major exhibitions, and participated in high-level policy discussions including the Grenelle de l'Environnement and UN Climate Change Conferences. As deputy director of CEREGE and coordinator of the EQUIPEX ASTER-CEREGE project, he leads significant research infrastructure in environmental geosciences.

Eleni Taniمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Molecular Breeding
• Epigenetics
• Crop Stress Tolerance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eleni Tani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Crop Science at the Agricultural University of Athens, affiliated with the Faculty of Crop Science and the Laboratory of Plant Breeding and Biometry. Her research focuses on molecular breeding for stress tolerance in crops, epigenetic mechanisms underlying environmental adaptation, and genetic variability in cultivated species and their wild relatives. Her work emphasizes the application of '-omics' technologies to improve crop resilience against abiotic and biotic stresses, including drought, salinity, and parasitic weeds like broomrape. She collaborates extensively on projects such as BENEFIT-Med and ZeroParasitic , targeting sustainable solutions for agricultural challenges. Dr. Tani has authored over 49 peer-reviewed articles and edited volumes, contributing to journals like Agronomy , Frontiers in Plant Science , and International Journal of Molecular Sciences . Her research trends highlight interdisciplinary approaches, integrating genomics, epigenetics, and AI-driven methodologies for crop improvement. She supervises 4 PhD candidates and has mentored over 10 postgraduate and 30 undergraduate students. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on plant breeding techniques, biotechnology, and experimental design. Office hours are held daily between 12:00 and 15:00 by appointment. Dr. Tani’s laboratory focuses on translational research bridging basic science and agricultural practice, with ongoing collaborations in Mediterranean crop sustainability and orphan legume revitalization.

• Food Chemistry
• Food Safety
• Sustainable Food Technologies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Vasilis Valdramidis is an Associate Professor of Food Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. His research focuses on food safety, sustainable technologies, and the impact of climate change on microbial dynamics in food systems. Affiliation: Department of Chemistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Research Areas: Food chemistry, microbial inactivation, predictive modeling, climate change adaptation Valdramidis utilizes advanced technologies like high-power ultrasound, hydrodynamic cavitation, and cold atmospheric plasma to enhance food preservation while minimizing environmental impact. His work addresses critical challenges in microbial safety, including pathogen adaptation mechanisms and stress response. Recent publications highlight his leadership in quantitative microbial risk assessment (Q4MRA), life cycle analysis of non-thermal technologies, and climate change interactions with dairy safety. He explores astaxanthin stability in food matrices and ultrasonic decontamination efficacy. Key trends in his research include: (1) Non-thermal processing for food safety, (2) Climate change-induced microbial risks, (3) Data-driven modeling for spoilage prediction, and (4) Sustainable innovation in dairy and seafood preservation.

Georgios Petropoulosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Remote Sensing
• Geographic Information Systems
• Digital Cartography
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Georgios Petropoulos is an Assistant Professor of Geoinformatics at the Department of Geography, Harokopio University of Athens, Greece, where he has been teaching since 2020. His expertise spans Earth Observation technology, Geographic Information Systems, and remote sensing applications for environmental monitoring and geohazard assessment. He has previously held academic positions at Aberystwyth University in the UK and has been involved in numerous research projects related to land surface process modeling and remote sensing. His educational background includes: PhD in Earth Observation Modelling from King's College London, University of London (2008) MSc in Remote Sensing from the intercollegiate program between University College London, King's College London, and Imperial College (2002) BSc in Natural Resources Development & Agricultural Engineering from the Agricultural University of Athens (1999) Dr. Petropoulos specializes in the application of Earth Observation technology for understanding land surface interactions and feedback processes. His research focuses on utilizing remote sensing synergistically with land surface process models to derive key state variables of the Earth's energy balance and water budget. He has extensive experience in using advanced remote sensing technology for land use/cover mapping, vegetation properties retrieval, and geohazard assessment including floods, wildfires, and frost events. His work also involves developing open-source software tools for Earth Observation and implementing comprehensive benchmarking approaches for remote sensing algorithms. Dr. Petropoulos has received numerous prestigious awards and fellowships throughout his career, including: Marie Curie Individual Fellowship (2017) Senior Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (2015) Marie Curie Reintegration Grant (2013) European Space Agency fellowship (2010) Excellent Associate Editor Award for journal Environmental Modelling & Software (2021) Best conference poster award at the Asian Conference on Remote Sensing (2018) As an educator, Dr. Petropoulos has taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in cartography, geoinformatics, remote sensing, and GIS at multiple institutions including Harokopio University, Aberystwyth University, and the Agricultural University of Athens. He has secured competitive research funding from various sources including the European Commission, ESA, and national research councils. His editorial work includes serving as an editor for Elsevier's Book series in "Earth Observation" and as an editorial board member for several international journals. Dr. Petropoulos is actively involved in international research collaborations and has contributed to numerous scientific committees and working groups related to Earth Observation standards and validation approaches. His current research continues to advance methodologies for soil moisture retrieval, land surface temperature estimation, and environmental monitoring using multi-sensor remote sensing approaches.

Spyros Fountasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Precision Agriculture
• Agroecology
• Agricultural Robotics
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Spyros Fountas is a Professor of Precision Agriculture at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), affiliated with the School of Environment and Agricultural Engineering. As Editor-in-Chief of the journal Smart Agricultural Technology (2021–present) and former Editor-in-Chief of Computers and Electronics in Agriculture (2014–2021), he leads academic discourse in digital agriculture. He holds a Master's in Informatics from Cranfield University (UK) and a PhD in System Analysis in Precision Agriculture from the University of Copenhagen (Denmark), with visiting scholar experience at Purdue University (USA). Education MSc in Informatics, Cranfield University (1998) PhD in System Analysis in Precision Agriculture, University of Copenhagen (2004) His research spans Precision Agriculture , Agroecology , and Agricultural Robotics , focusing on UAVs, hyperspectral imaging, and AI-driven systems. He has coordinated 9 research projects, including 3 Horizon2020 initiatives, and participated in 28+ projects. His work addresses climate-smart practices, data privacy, and yield prediction through technologies like AutoML and remote sensing. Recent publications (2025–2024) highlight his expertise in Digital Agriculture and Environmental Sustainability , covering topics from drone-based spraying in viticulture to federated learning for data privacy. He has 82 journal publications, 250+ total papers, and 7800+ citations (Google Scholar, 2024). As head of the Smart Farming Technology Group (SFTGroup), he drives innovation in agricultural IoT and edge-AI systems. His projects include the OliveGROW information system for olive cultivation and contributions to EU Smart Villages initiatives.

Petros Gaganisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Groundwater Flow Modeling
• Contaminant Transport
• Stochastic Hydrogeology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Petros Gaganis is an Assistant Professor in the Environmental Engineering and Science Sector at the University of the Aegean's Department of Environmental Studies. He holds a PhD in Stochastic-Contaminant Hydrogeology from the University of British Columbia (2000), an M.Sc. in Contaminant Hydrogeology (1997), and a B.S. in Geology from Aristotle University (1986). His research focuses on numerical modeling of groundwater flow and contaminant transport in heterogeneous soils, stochastic methods for risk assessment, and decision models for water resource management. Education: Ph.D., 2000: University of British Columbia, Earth and Ocean Sciences M.Sc., 1997: University of British Columbia, Earth and Ocean Sciences B.S., 1986: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Geology Research Interests: Dr. Gaganis specializes in groundwater flow modeling, contaminant transport simulation, stochastic hydrogeology, and climate change impacts on water resources. He develops decision models to integrate multidisciplinary data for risk-cost-benefit analyses and optimal management strategies. His work emphasizes reliability quantification in hydrogeological models and participatory approaches for environmental policy. Key Article Trends: Recent work includes climate change impacts on Mediterranean river hydrology, arsenic contamination in volcanic Lesvos aquifers, and participatory flood risk management in coastal regions. His research bridges hydrology, geostatistics, and policy to address water scarcity and pollution challenges. Teaching: Responsible for courses like Environmental Geology and Water Resources Management. Instructs Environmental Hydrogeology and Special Topics in Environmental Science under the Socrates Program. Lab/Tech Focus: Active in hydrological modeling using advanced geostatistical techniques and numerical simulations, with field studies in Greece and internationally.

Apostolos Voulgarakisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Climate change
• Atmospheric environment
• Wildfires and climate interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Apostolos Voulgarakis is a Professor at the Technical University of Crete, specializing in Climate Change and the Atmospheric Environment. He holds the AXA Chair on Fires and Climate and leads the Department of Environmental and Energy Management, Sustainable Development and Climate Change. Education: 2008: PhD in Atmospheric Science, Department of Chemistry, University of Cambridge 2004: Postgraduate Diploma, School of Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Crete 2002: Degree in Physics, School of Sciences, Department of Physics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Research Interests: His work focuses on climate change and its impacts on the atmospheric environment , particularly the thermal and hydrological impacts of air pollution . He investigates the relationship between fires and climate , conducts climate and Earth system simulations , and explores the correlation between climate, air pollution, and public health . His expertise also extends to global and regional environmental policy . Grants and Projects: He coordinates several major projects, including the AXA Chair on Fires and Climate (2022-2026), FirePC (2022-2024), and is the founding director of the Leverhulme Centre for Wildfires, Environment and Society (2019-2029). Scientific Awards: Best lecturer at Imperial College London (2016) Best Young Scientist award from the Hellenic Meteorological Society (2008) Student Advising: He has supervised students including Anastasios Rovithakis, Dimitra Tarasi, and Rafaela Mourgela.

Efstratiadis Andreasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Water Resources Engineering
• Hydropower Systems
• Flood Risk Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Efstratiadis Andreas serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Water Resources and Environmental Engineering at the School of Civil Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), based at the Laboratory of Hydrology and Water Resources Development. His research spans water resources systems, hydropower infrastructure, and the water-energy nexus, with emphasis on stochastic modeling and uncertainty quantification. His primary research interests include stochastic hydrology, flood risk assessment, multipurpose reservoir optimization, and renewable energy integration. He investigates cascading infrastructure failures, spatial reliability in solar PV systems, and climate-energy market uncertainties, often employing advanced simulation-optimization frameworks to address complex water-energy challenges under environmental variability. Recent publications (2023–2025) reveal a strong focus on hydropower dam safety, flood control infrastructure design, and the operational trade-offs in multipurpose reservoirs. His work increasingly integrates Earth Observation data for hydrologic modeling and examines socio-technical dimensions of the water-energy nexus, reflecting a shift toward interdisciplinary systems analysis. Dr. Efstratiadis contributes to NTUA's Laboratory of Hydrology and Water Resources Development, which develops decision support systems like Hydronomeas 2020 and national monitoring infrastructure (OpenHi.net) for Greek surface waters. His lab emphasizes computational tools for water resources management under climate uncertainty.

Karagianni Iraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Aquatic Microbial Ecology
• Microbial Food Webs
• Microbial Diversity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Karagianni Ira is affiliated with the Department of Hydrobiology at the University of Ioannina. Her research focuses on microbial ecology in aquatic systems, including microbial food webs, protist interactions, and microbial diversity in aquaculture and natural ecosystems. She leads the Microbial Ecology Laboratory and has contributed extensively to understanding water quality, microplastic impacts, and eutrophication challenges in Mediterranean environments. Her work integrates field studies, experimental microcosms, and molecular techniques to assess microbial community dynamics. Notable contributions include quantifying microfiber pollution from domestic laundry, evaluating bacterial release from microplastics, and developing water quality indices using zooplankton biodiversity. She also investigates climate change effects on phytoplankton communities and sustainable solutions for aquaculture waste management. Dr. Karagianni collaborates on projects like the POMME experiment and has published widely in peer-reviewed journals. Her lab’s research informs ecological assessments under EU directives and highlights the role of microbial biodiversity in ecosystem health. Current projects explore microbiology literacy in Greece and the ecological impacts of emerging pollutants in aquatic systems. She can be contacted via hkaray@uoi.gr and is based at Building E4, University of Ioannina.

• Renewable Energy
• Desalination
• Agricultural Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Georgios Papadakis is a Professor at the Agricultural University of Athens , affiliated with the School of Environment and Agricultural Engineering . His work bridges agricultural systems with renewable energy technologies, focusing on sustainable solutions for water scarcity, energy efficiency, and climate adaptation. Research Interests: Renewable energy integration in agriculture, desalination technologies (particularly solar-powered reverse osmosis), bioenergy systems, and smart infrastructure for sustainable farming. His projects include the TANGO-Circular and AGROFOSSILFREE initiatives, targeting circular economy training and fossil-energy-free agriculture. Teaching: Educates students in advanced topics such as Renewable Energy Technologies , Smart Grids , and Water Resources Management , with a focus on practical applications in agricultural machinery and distributed energy systems. Technological Innovation: Pioneered computational tools for PV-RO desalination systems and explored hybrid energy systems for remote communities, including blockchain-enabled microgrids and low-temperature Organic Rankine Cycles (ORC). Recent Publications highlight trends in decarbonizing agriculture, experimental RO desalination under variable conditions, and renewable energy adoption in EU farming sectors. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining environmental science, engineering, and policy analysis.

Konstantinos Soulisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Hydrology
• Geoinformatics
• Water Resources Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Konstantinos Soulis is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Natural Resources Management and Agricultural Engineering , Agricultural University of Athens , specializing in Geoinformatics, Hydrology, and Water Resources Management . His work integrates Geographic Information Systems (GIS) , Remote Sensing , and Hydrological Modeling to address agricultural and environmental challenges. Research Interests: Focus on Agro-hydrology , Soil-Water Dynamics , Wildfire Hydrological Effects , and Climate Dataset Applications in agriculture. Editorial Roles: Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Hydrological Sciences Journal and member of editorial boards for Remote Sensing and Journal of Mountain Science . Teaching: Offers courses in Advanced Hydrology , GIS Applications , and Spatial Statistics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Awards: Recognized with the Best Associate Editor Award (2020) and multiple Publons Peer Review Awards (2017-2019). Ranked in the Top 2% of Researchers Worldwide (2021-2022). Publications: Over 70 works focusing on hydrological modeling , green roof systems , and land use impact assessment using geospatial technologies.

• Agroecology
• Oliviculture
• Ecological Crop Production
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emmanouil Kabourakis is an Assistant Professor at the Hellenic Mediterranean University, specializing in agroecology, oliviculture, and sustainable agricultural systems. He serves as Director of the Olive and Agroecological Production Systems Laboratory and the Fruit and Vegetable Crops Division. His research focuses on ecological management of olive agroecosystems, organic farming innovations, soil carbon sequestration, and sustainable rural development. Education: PhD in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Wageningen Agricultural University (Netherlands), 1996 MSc in Ecological Agriculture, Wageningen Agricultural University (Netherlands), 1993 BSc/MSc in Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural University of Athens, 1991 Postdoctoral research (Fulbright Scholar): University of California, Santa Cruz, 2005 Research Interests: Dr. Kabourakis explores ecological olive production, functional biodiversity in agroecosystems, integrated pest management (e.g., olive fruit fly control), and energy efficiency in Mediterranean farming systems. His work bridges ecological principles with practical agricultural challenges, emphasizing regenerative practices and climate-smart solutions. Research Trends: His recent studies highlight innovative organic farming techniques, soil carbon dynamics in olive groves, and biological control strategies. Key themes include agroecological zone impacts on biodiversity, sustainable land-use practices, and decision-support tools for environmental performance evaluation. Labs & Teams: Leads the Olive and Agroecological Production Systems Laboratory and oversees the Fruit and Vegetable Crops Division, focusing on applied research for Mediterranean agroecosystems.

• Horticultural Crop Science
• Postharvest Physiology
• Fruit Quality and Storage
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mina Kafkaletou is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Crop Science, Agricultural University of Athens (AUA). Her research focuses on postharvest physiology, fruit quality, and phytochemical characterization of horticultural crops. She specializes in optimizing storage techniques, analyzing antioxidant content, and evaluating the impact of environmental and preharvest factors on fruit maturity and nutritional value. Her expertise spans a wide range of crops including walnuts, apricots, pistachios, cherries, figs, olives, and goji berries. Key areas of investigation include the effects of cold storage, edible coatings, plant treatments (e.g., salicylic acid, potassium silicate), and climatic conditions on fruit quality and shelf life. She also explores the biochemical changes in fruits during ripening and storage. Dr. Kafkaletou’s work emphasizes sustainable agricultural practices and consumer-perceived quality metrics. Her recent studies highlight innovations in storage solutions (e.g., humidity clamshells) and preharvest interventions to enhance nutrient retention and reduce postharvest losses. She contributes to both theoretical advancements in plant physiology and practical applications in horticultural technology. Her research has been published in high-impact journals, with a focus on methodologies that bridge basic science and agricultural industry needs. Despite no listed awards or grants in the provided texts, her extensive publication record reflects active involvement in the academic community.

• Water Resources Management
• Groundwater Flow and Pollutant Transport
• Geoenvironmental Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Georgios P. Karatzas is a Professor at the Department of Environmental Hydraulics, Coastal Engineering and Geoenvironmental Engineering (IV) within the Technical University of Crete. His research focuses on Water Resources Management , Groundwater Flow and Pollutant Transport , and Geoenvironmental Engineering . He leads the Laboratory of Geoenvironmental Engineering and has developed innovative methodologies like the 'Outer Approximation Method' Optimization adopted by major US agencies. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. (1992), M.Sc. (1987), and B.Sc. (1985) from Rutgers University, with prior education in Forestry from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1982). He has received international recognition, including adoption of his optimization methods by the Federal Remediation Technologies Roundtable (2003-present) and EPA (1999). His research integrates Groundwater Simulation Models with Optimization Methods for sustainable aquifer management, addressing challenges like Coastal Aquifer Salinization , Karst Aquifer Dynamics , and Flood Risk Assessment . Recent projects include InTheMED (€220,000) and Sustain–COAST (€290,000) focused on Mediterranean groundwater sustainability. Notable scientific awards include the 2014 Outstanding Teaching Award at Technical University of Crete and multiple grants from PRIMA, Interreg, and LIFE+ programs. His work combines advanced computational methods with practical environmental risk mitigation strategies.