جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Christos Katsanosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Human-Robot Interaction
• Web Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christos Katsanos is an Assistant Professor of Human-Computer Interaction at the Department of Informatics, School of Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki since 2018. He also holds adjunct professor positions at Hellenic Open University (2011-2012, 2014-present), University of Patras (2017-2018), Open University of Cyprus (2016-2018), and previously at Technological Educational Institute of Western Greece (2011-2018) and Technological Educational Institute of Western Macedonia (2005-2010). His research spans multiple domains of interactive systems with a strong focus on user-centered design methodologies. Education: 2010: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human-Computer Interaction, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Polytechnic School, University of Patras 2004: Diploma (Master of Engineering degree) in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Patras 1999: Certificate of Secondary Education, 3ο General High School of Kozani, 19.6/20 Dr. Katsanos' research interests center on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Human-Robot Interaction (HRI), with significant contributions to web science, web accessibility, educational technologies, and methods for designing and evaluating interactive software systems. His work often bridges theoretical cognitive models with practical applications, particularly in information architecture and user experience evaluation. He has developed several tools for automated website evaluation based on information foraging theory and semantic analysis. His publication record shows a consistent trajectory from foundational work on information scent and web navigation (2004-2010) through to more recent work on stress detection using physiological signals, HRI in agricultural robotics, and personality factors in UX evaluation. The research demonstrates an evolution from purely web-based interaction to broader interactive systems including robotics and mobile applications, while maintaining a strong methodological focus on evaluation techniques. As an educator and advisor , Dr. Katsanos has supervised numerous undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students on topics related to web accessibility, user experience design, information architecture, and educational technologies. His teaching portfolio includes courses on Human-Computer Interaction, Quality Assurance of Software Systems, and Interactive Mobile Applications. His administrative service includes membership in various departmental committees at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, including selection committees for postgraduate students and doctoral candidates, as well as the General Assembly of the Department. He has also served on evaluation committees for research projects.

Nikos Konofaosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Computing
• Microelectronics
• Nanoelectronics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nikos Konofaos is a Professor at the Department of Informatics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), where he leads the SEMIF Laboratory and directs the Postgraduate Program "Interactive Systems Technologies." He holds a Physics degree from the University of Ioannina (1987) and a PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from the University of Bradford (1993). Research Focus Quantum computing devices and circuits Micro- and nano-electronic devices and circuits Design and simulation of nanoscale VLSI circuits Semiconductor optoelectronic devices, sensors, and circuits He has supervised numerous undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral theses and has published over 100 papers in refereed journals and conference proceedings. His service roles span leadership positions in academic committees, conferences, and scientific societies. Scientific Awards Fulbright Foundation Scholarship Social Contribution Award from AUTH's Faculty of Social Sciences Konofaos is actively involved in education policy, serves as a founding member of the Fulbright Scholars Association of Northern Greece, and is a Senior Member of IEEE and Member of the Institute of Physics-UK. His technical expertise is complemented by fluency in English, advanced Spanish, and intermediate German proficiency.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Hydraulic Turbomachinery
• Numerical Simulation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Anagnostopoulos is an Associate Professor at the National Technical University of Athens, affiliated with the School of Mechanical Engineering and its Department of Fluids. He specializes in computational fluid dynamics and hydraulic turbomachinery. Education: Ph.D. in Computational Fluid Dynamics (NTUA, 1991), Mechanical Engineering Diploma (NTUA, 1985), Pedagogical Studies Diploma (Athens, 1994) Research focuses on numerical simulation of flows in hydraulic turbomachinery, design optimization, hydraulic transients, cavitation, and hybrid renewable energy systems. Current administrative roles include maintenance coordination and Senate committee membership. Awards: Diomidis Komninos award (1979) State Scholarship Foundation scholar (1980-1981)

• Nuclear Chemistry
• Nuclear Reaction Mechanisms
• Exotic Nuclei Production
• +۵ مورد دیگر

George Souliotis is a Professor of Physical Chemistry at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Department of Chemistry, located in Zografou, Greece. His research encompasses nuclear chemistry, including reaction mechanisms, exotic nuclei production, nuclear fission, heavy and superheavy elements, and medical applications like proton and heavy-ion cancer therapy. Education: B.Sc. in Chemistry, University of Athens (1981-1986) Ph.D. in Chemical Physics, Michigan State University, USA (1986-1992) Research Focus: His work spans experimental and theoretical nuclear physics/chemistry, focusing on heavy-ion collisions, rare isotope production, nuclear reaction dynamics, symmetry energy, and the nuclear equation of state. Recent publications emphasize neutron-rich systems, fusion hindrance in superheavy element formation, and advanced nuclear models. Laboratory & Collaborations: Leads the Laboratory of Physical Chemistry and participates in international collaborations including NIMROD and NUMEN projects focused on nuclear reactions and neutrinoless double beta decay.

Panagiotis Pantazopoulosمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Connected Vehicles
• Automated Driving Applications
• Distributed Computing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Panagiotis Pantazopoulos is a Senior Researcher and Technical Project Manager at the Institute of Communication and Computer Systems (ICCS) in Greece. Since 2015, he has focused on research project management and the design/analysis of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) applications. His work spans vehicular networks, cybersecurity, distributed machine learning, and network protocols. PhD in Computer Science (2009-2015) under Prof. Ioannis Stavrakakis (IEEE Fellow) MSc in Control and Computing from National & Kapodistrian University of Athens (2004-2009) BSc in Physics (Telecommunications major) from National & Kapodistrian University of Athens (2004) Research Interests: Connected vehicles, automated driving applications, distributed machine learning, vehicular cybersecurity, and network protocol design. His projects include HORIZON-CL3-2023 CASTOR, HORIZON-CL5-2021 CONNECT, and H2020 initiatives like Hi-Drive and TERAWAY. Recent Publications highlight edge-cloud resource allocation, federated learning, and vehicular cybersecurity. He has contributed to IEEE, Elsevier, and Springer publications, with experimental validation on 5G testbeds and cross-border datasets. Editorial Role: Associate Editor at IEEE Intelligent Vehicles Symposium since 2017.

Yannis Smaragdakisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Programming Languages
• Software Engineering
• Static Program Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yannis Smaragdakis is a Professor at the Department of Informatics, University of Athens, with a 35%-time appointment and concurrent affiliation at Dedaub (a blockchain security company). His research spans programming languages, software engineering, static analysis, and distributed systems, with a current focus on Ethereum smart contract security and declarative program analysis. Notable contributions: Doop framework for Datalog-based program analysis, Gigahorse decompiler, Elipmoc for Ethereum contracts, and foundational work on points-to analysis Key research themes: Static analysis (soundness, precision, scalability), memory management algorithms (EELRU), declarative languages, and concurrency models Recent work emphasizes security analysis of blockchain programs, earning distinctions like the SIGPLAN Research Highlight (2019) and Distinguished Paper Awards . He has advised numerous Ph.D. students and received funding from the ERC and HFRI .

• transport planning
• transport system planning
• intelligent transport systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eftychia Nathanael serves as Professor of Transport Systems Design and Assessment, Dean of the Polytechnic School, and Director of the Traffic, Transport and Supply Chain Management Laboratory (TTLog) at the University of Thessaly. She holds significant international roles including Special Expert on Dangerous Goods in NATO's Ground Transport Group and former member of TRB's Hazardous Material Transportation Committee (2009-2021), while representing Greece in COST actions TU1004 and TU1305. Her educational background includes: PhD in Civil Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Master of Science in Transportation Engineering from University of Miami Diploma in Surveying Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Nathanael's research focuses on sustainable transport systems through integrated methodologies in urban mobility planning , intelligent transport systems , and behavioral modeling . She pioneers applications of multi-criteria optimization for freight logistics, road safety, and resilience against natural hazards, with particular emphasis on collaborative transport schemes and social factors influencing mobility decisions. Her 13 recent publications (2020-2023) reveal three dominant trends: (1) Sustainable urban mobility solutions using computational intelligence for CO2 reduction and hydrogen infrastructure; (2) Behavioral analysis of crowdshipping, navigation systems, and social media impacts; (3) Cross-case evaluations of city logistics through Delphi methods and gender-sensitive approaches. These works consistently bridge technical transport engineering with socio-economic sustainability dimensions. As scientific manager for European projects (CLOSER, STRAIGHTSOL, CITY-HUB), she has secured substantial research funding while mentoring graduate students through TTLog laboratory. Her editorial leadership spans MDPI journals and De Gruyter's Transactions on Transport Sciences. The TTLog laboratory under her direction advances eight research domains including transport safety, user behavior analysis, and freight logistics, with notable outputs in EC-funded initiatives like CAST road safety campaigns and ALLIANCE sustainable transport hubs.

• Microelectronics
• Nanoelectronics
• Quantum Computers
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Karafyllidis Ioannis is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, School of Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace. His work focuses on microelectronics, nanoelectronics, quantum computing, and bioelectronics. He has extensive academic experience, including collaborations with institutions like UC Berkeley, TiiMS, and the Institute of Nanotechnology. Researcher in 12 national/international programs Editor for 3 international journals 42+ reviewer roles in scientific journals 95+ publications with 2,100+ citations Research Trends: His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary work at the intersection of quantum computing, graphene-based electronics, and biological systems modeling. Key themes include memristive devices for neuromorphic computing, quantum cellular automata architectures, and simulations of bacterial communication mechanisms. Teaching: Offers undergraduate courses in Microelectronics and Quantum Computers, and postgraduate courses in Nanoelectronics and Quantum Information Processing. Laboratory: Works in the Integrated Circuits Laboratory, focusing on design, modeling, and simulation of micro/nanoelectronic components and systems.

Elias Kosmatopoulosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Automatic control methodologies
• Large Scale Systems
• Robot swarms
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Elias Kosmatopoulos is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace, with a focus on Applied Automatic Control. He has held academic positions at Technical University of Crete and University of Victoria (Canada), and served as Research Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California. His career spans over 25 years, with expertise in large-scale systems and control engineering. BEng, Production and Management Engineering, Technical University of Crete MEng, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete PhD, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete His research interests include robot swarms , intelligent transportation systems , and building energy consumption control . He has contributed to over 45 journal papers and 100 conference papers. Recent projects include PLUG-N-HARVEST (energy harvesting systems) and ROBORDER (autonomous border surveillance robots). Publications highlight adaptive control of electric vehicle fleets smart thermostatic load zoning multi-robot path planning underwater system exploration co-simulation for nonlinear systems He has received institutional recognition and collaborated with NASA, the European Commission, and defense agencies on advanced control systems applications.

• Microwave Engineering
• Antenna Design
• Radar Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kyriakou Georgios is a Professor and Director of the Microwave Laboratory at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace. With over 30 years of academic service since 1990, he maintains active research in microwave systems and biomedical applications while serving as a Senior IEEE Member since 2005. Education: Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace, 1984 Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace, 1988 Research Interests: His work centers on microwave device design and electromagnetic theory with emphasis on: Analysis of microwave integrated circuits on anisotropic substrates Software-defined radar systems and phased array antennas Biomedical microwave applications including tumor ablation and tomography Numerical electromagnetic simulation techniques Wireless sensor networks for remote monitoring Transformation electromagnetics and eigenanalysis methods Publication Trends: Recent publications (2015-2018) demonstrate strong focus on MIMO communication optimization, electromagnetic cavity analysis, and intelligent simulation platforms. His work consistently bridges theoretical electromagnetics with practical implementations in telecommunications and medical technology. Advising and Grants: Professor Kyriakou has supervised 110+ diploma theses, 15 Master's, and 8 Ph.D. theses. As principal investigator for 9 research programs including the €540,000 THALES project "RF-EIGEN-SDR" (2010-2015), he has secured substantial funding while participating in 17 additional collaborative research initiatives. Laboratory: He directs the Microwave Laboratory at Democritus University of Thrace, which specializes in microwave circuit design, antenna systems, and biomedical applications development with emphasis on software-defined radio and electromagnetic simulation.

Nikolaos Papanikolaouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Sources
• Distributed Generation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nikolaos Papanikolaou serves as Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Democritus University of Thrace (DUTH), a position held since 2013. His expertise centers on Power Electronics applications for renewable energy integration, distributed generation, electrified transport systems, and power quality enhancement. He founded the PEL@DUTH research group, now recognized as a leading Power Electronics hub in Southeastern Europe, and maintains active collaborations with Greek industry, EU institutions, and Chinese research entities. Education: Diploma in Electrical Engineering & Computer Technology, University of Patras (1998) PhD in Electrical Engineering & Computer Technology, University of Patras (2002) Research Focus: Professor Papanikolaou's work addresses critical challenges in modern power systems through advanced power converter designs. His research spans renewable energy integration (particularly photovoltaics and wind), electric vehicle charging infrastructure, energy-saving industrial motor drives, and grid stability solutions for high-penetration distributed generation scenarios. Current projects emphasize real-world applications like smart waste management systems and photovoltaic innovation. Publication Trends: Recent work demonstrates concentrated efforts in anti-islanding techniques for microgrids, wireless power transfer systems, and bidirectional converters for industrial efficiency. His publications consistently address grid resilience under weak conditions and high renewable penetration, reflecting industry-relevant solutions for sustainable energy transition. Scientific Recognition: IEEE Senior Member (2010) and IEEE Fellow Inclusion in Stanford University's Top 2% Scientists Worldwide list Member of editorial boards for Elsevier, Springer, CPSS, and MDPI journals Leadership & Funding: He has secured and managed multiple competitive research grants including EU Horizon 2020 projects, national initiatives like 'RESEARCH – CREATE – INNOVATE', and industry partnerships (e.g., Nik. Dasteridis S.A.). His role as Scientific Manager spans projects from thermoelectric cooling systems to smart photovoltaic elements, demonstrating cross-sectoral impact. He also serves as an EU project evaluator and visiting professor for international doctoral committees. Research Infrastructure: The PEL@DUTH group under his direction operates advanced laboratories for power converter testing, renewable integration, and electric vehicle systems. Current initiatives include development of smart grid protection methods (DGRES-Pro project) and wireless power transfer solutions for distributed energy sources.

Michael Chrysomallisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Telecommunications
• Electromagnetics
• Antenna Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Chrysomallis is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace. He belongs to the Microwave Laboratory within the Telecommunications and Space Sector and has been actively involved in both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching for decades. Education: Diploma in Electrical Engineering (1981) and PhD (1988) from Democritus University of Thrace His research focuses on telecommunications and electromagnetics, particularly in microstrip antennas , RF-MEMS , reconfigurable/ smart antennas , beamforming algorithms , and wireless propagation channel modeling . His scientific work (>85 publications, >900 Google Scholar citations) includes collaborations with international academics like Prof. Peter S. Hall (University of Birmingham) and Prof. Christo G. Christodoulou (University of New Mexico). The articles highlight his work in antenna design, RFID systems, and propagation modeling, with recent trends emphasizing compact antenna solutions, measurement-based channel optimization, and MIMO-WCDMA complexity reduction. He has managed research programs like RF-EIGEN-SDR (€4,000) and RFID-CORE (€480,000). Best Paper Award at SEST 2022 Best Paper Award at MEDPOWER 2020 NASA Letter of Appreciation He has supervised >75 undergraduate theses, 12 master's theses, and one PhD thesis (with three ongoing). Administrative roles include 5-year Sector Director, 4-year Department Vice-Chairman, and 4-year Postgraduate Studies Program Director. He has served as a reviewer for IEEE, IEE, ACES, and other journals.

Panagiotis Nastouمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Secure Discrete Systems Modeling
• Graph Theory
• Cryptography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Panagiotis Nastou is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mathematics , University of the Aegean , with research interests in Secure Discrete Systems Modeling, Graph Theory, Cryptography, Design and Analysis of Algorithms , and Complexity Theory . He has been active in teaching courses such as Discrete Mathematics and Cryptography since 2007 and serves as Director of the Applied Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling Laboratory since 2019. Education : Ph.D., MSc., and BSc. in Computer Engineering and Informatics from Patras University. Membership : Center for Applied Optimization (University of Florida), GDPR TEAM, IEEE, ACM, and Hellenic Technical Chamber. His research bridges theoretical computer science and applied security, focusing on cryptographic protocols, algorithm design, and the application of discrete mathematics to real-world problems. He has contributed to the development of secure systems for critical infrastructure and privacy-preserving frameworks in smart cities. Recent publications (2021-2025) emphasize malware evasion , quantum cryptanalysis , and privacy in IoT environments , utilizing formal methods and combinatorial structures. His work also extends to deep learning for document analysis and consensus algorithms in social networks . He has supervised numerous Master's and undergraduate theses in areas like Zero-Knowledge Proofs , Neural Networks , and Cryptographic Boolean Functions . Administrative roles include representation in the ERASMUS+ program and participation in EU-funded project evaluations.

Constantinos Tzafestasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Robotics
• Cognitive Assistive Robotics
• Human-Robot Interaction
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Constantinos (Costas) S. Tzafestas is an Associate Professor of Robotics at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). With over 160 scientific publications, he has established himself as a leading researcher in assistive robotics and human-robot interaction, particularly in applications for elderly care and medical assistance. Electrical and Computer Engineering Degree from NTUA (1993) D.E.A. in Robotics from Université Pierre et Marie Curie (Paris 6) (1994) Ph.D. in Robotics from Université Pierre et Marie Curie (Paris 6) (1998) Professor Tzafestas's research focuses on cognitive assistive robotics and human-robot interaction, with special emphasis on haptics and telerobotics applications in medical and surgical robotics. His work spans intelligent robot control, interactive motion planning, and robot learning for advanced manipulation, with applications in mobile and field robotics. His research is strongly oriented toward practical implementations that address real-world challenges in elderly assistance and healthcare. The analysis of Professor Tzafestas's recent publications reveals a strong focus on assistive technologies for elderly care, particularly robotic rollators and bathing assistance systems. His work consistently integrates advanced machine learning techniques with human-centered design principles, emphasizing real-world usability and effectiveness. The research shows progression from fundamental robotics concepts toward increasingly sophisticated, user-adaptive systems that respond to individual user needs and capabilities. Professor Tzafestas serves as an Executive Board Editor of the Journal of Intelligent and Robotic Systems, contributing to the scholarly community through editorial leadership. Project Coordinator for numerous European and national research projects Principal Investigator for multiple robotics initiatives Scientific Manager for collaborative research efforts His laboratory work centers around several key research projects including Softgrip, i-Walk, BabyRobot, ISupport, and Mobot, which collectively represent a comprehensive approach to developing intelligent robotic systems for assisted living, with particular emphasis on mobility assistance and personal care for elderly populations.

Athina Krestouمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Nanomaterials
• Environmental Engineering
• Materials Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Athina Krestou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Western Macedonia (UoWM), affiliated with the Polytechnic School. She holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from NTUA (2013), an MSc in Materials for Engineering Applications from the University of Surrey, UK (2001), and a Diploma in Chemical Engineering from NTUA (2000). Her research focuses on nanomaterials, environmental applications of materials, and waste valorization, with expertise in ceramic film fabrication and pollution control technologies. Education: PhD (2013): Synthesis of nano-crystalline boehmite, NTUA MSc (2001): Materials for Engineering Applications, University of Surrey Diploma (2000): Chemical Engineering, NTUA Research Interests: Nanomaterials development for energy and environmental applications Ceramic films fabrication via solution aerosol thermolysis and spray pyrolysis Exploitation of industrial by-products for sustainable materials Air pollution modeling and fugitive dust management in mining areas Publications Trends: Her work spans materials synthesis (e.g., boehmite, ceramic films), environmental engineering (pollution control, green tanning), and interdisciplinary applications (energy storage systems, urban climate modeling). Recent studies emphasize thin-film technologies for electrochemical devices and computational fluid dynamics for air quality analysis. Labs/Teams: Active in the Department of Mechanical Engineering’s research groups focused on materials science and environmental geotechnology.