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Dr. Ioanna Kantzavelou is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics and Computer Engineering, School of Engineering, University of West Attica. She leads the INSSec Research Group, focusing on Information, Networks, and Systems Security. Her expertise spans Cybersecurity, Game Theoretic approaches in Intrusion Detection, and Critical Infrastructure Protection. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of the Aegean (2011), an M.Sc. from University College Dublin (1994), and a B.Sc. from the Technological Educational Institution of Athens (1991). Education: Ph.D. in Intrusion Detection with Game Theoretic Approaches – University of the Aegean (2011) M.Sc. in Computer Security – University College Dublin (1994) B.Sc. in Informatics – TEI of Athens (1991) Research Interests: Intrusion Detection in IoT/Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN) and Cyber-Physical Systems Cyber Ranges for Education and Research Cybersecurity for Merchant Shipping and Critical Infrastructures Hybrid Threats, Cyberterrorism, and Cyberwarfare Digital Forensics and Blockchain-Based Authentication Systems Her work includes over 30 peer-reviewed publications, three books, and contributions to R&D projects funded by the Greek government, EU, and Irish government. She actively reviews for IEEE, Elsevier, and Springer journals, and is a member of ACM, IEEE Computer Society, and the Greek Computer Society. Grants & Collaborations: EU-funded projects on Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Greek government grants for Cyber Ranges and IoT Security Labs/Teams: Head of the INSSec Research Group, collaborating with industry partners on Cybersecurity solutions for maritime and industrial sectors.

• Cybersecurity
• Intrusion Detection
• Game Theoretic Approaches
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Christos Makris is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics at the University of Patras, Greece. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to computer science, particularly in data structures, algorithms, and information systems. He maintains active research collaborations and supervises graduate students in his areas of expertise. Dr. Makris's research spans several key areas in computer science with a strong focus on efficient data organization and processing. His work encompasses Data Structures , Information Retrieval , Data Mining , String Management and Processing Algorithms , Computational Geometry , Internet Technologies , Bioinformatics , and Multimedia Databases . His interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications across various domains including web technologies, bioinformatics, and emergency response systems. Analysis of Dr. Makris's publication record reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on efficient algorithms for information management. His work demonstrates evolution from foundational data structure research in the 1990s to more applied work in web technologies, social media analysis, and machine learning applications in recent years. A notable pattern is his ability to adapt core algorithmic techniques to emerging application domains while maintaining theoretical rigor. Dr. Makris maintains an impressive scholarly record with over 3,000 citations, an h-index of 29, and an i10-index of 71 according to Google Scholar metrics. These indicators reflect the significant impact of his research within the computer science community. As an active faculty member, Dr. Makris maintains regular office hours on Tuesdays from 18:00-20:00 and Thursdays from 12:00-14:00. He is accessible via email at makri@ceid.upatras.gr or makri@upatras.gr for academic inquiries and student supervision.

• Data Structures
• Information Retrieval
• Data Mining
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Maria Virvou serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Informatics at the University of Piraeus, where she also directs the Graduate Program in Informatics and leads the Research Laboratory 'Software Technology'. She holds significant institutional leadership roles including membership in the University Senate and has chaired the Department of Informatics for multiple terms. As Editor-in-Chief of Springer book series 'Learning and Analytics in Intelligent Systems' and 'Artificial Intelligence-Enhanced Software and Systems Engineering', she maintains substantial academic influence across international scholarly platforms. Dr. Virvou earned her PhD in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence from the University of Sussex with a scholarship from the State Scholarships Foundation, a Master of Science in Computer Science from University College London, and her undergraduate degree from the Department of Mathematics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Her educational background in both mathematics and computer science has provided a strong foundation for her interdisciplinary research approach. Professor Virvou's research spans Software Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Educational Software and Games, User Modeling, and Human-Computer Interaction. She has pioneered work in personalized interactive software systems, applying fuzzy logic and machine learning techniques to create adaptive educational environments. Her recent work demonstrates a strategic expansion into AI applications for healthcare, with significant contributions to medical diagnostics using large language models and multimodal AI systems. She has also made notable advances in smart tourism applications through personalization techniques. With over 400 publications to her name, Professor Virvou's scholarly output shows a clear progression from foundational work in user modeling toward increasingly sophisticated AI applications across multiple domains. Her publication trends reveal a strategic focus on explainable AI, multimodal systems, and practical implementations that bridge theoretical advances with real-world applications, particularly in healthcare and education sectors. Ranked #1 worldwide in 'User Modelling' publications (147,450 total publications) according to Scopus Ranked #1 worldwide in 'Educational Software' publications according to both Scopus and Microsoft Academic Search Recognized among the top 2% of most influential Artificial Intelligence scientists worldwide by Stanford University General Co-Chair at the 14th IISA Conference 2023 Invited Keynote Speaker at the 35th IEEE International Conference on Software Engineering Education and Training (CSEE&T 2023) As Director of the Research Laboratory 'Software Technology', Professor Virvou has built a robust research team focused on AI applications across multiple domains. She co-founded and co-chairs the IEEE Intelligent Information Systems and Applications international conference series, creating a significant platform for scholarly exchange. Her leadership extends to editorial roles with major academic publishers and active participation in international research collaborations that have secured substantial funding for innovative projects in AI and software engineering.

• Software Technology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Educational Software
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Sang Kil Cha is an Associate Professor at KAIST's Graduate School of Information Security and School of Computing, where he also serves as Director of the Cyber Security Research Center (CSRC). His research focuses at the intersection of computer security and software engineering, with emphasis on building and evaluating systems that analyze programs. Dr. Cha received his B.S. from Korea University, and both his M.S. and Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). His educational background forms the foundation for his experimental approach to computer science research. His primary research interests include software security, software engineering, program analysis, binary code analysis, and fuzzing. Dr. Cha's work centers on developing practical security tools and methodologies that bridge theoretical concepts with real-world applications, particularly in program analysis and vulnerability detection. His research has significant implications for improving software reliability and security through advanced analysis techniques. Dr. Cha's publication record shows a strong focus on fuzzing techniques, binary analysis, and program understanding, with recent work expanding into blockchain security and decompilation. His research consistently appears in top-tier security and software engineering conferences including IEEE S&P, USENIX Security, and CCS. ACM Distinguished Paper Award (2024, 2022, 2014) USENIX Distinguished Paper Award (2023) IEEE Best Paper Award (2021) NDSS Best Paper Award (2019) As Director of CSRC and leader of SoftSec Lab at KAIST, Dr. Cha oversees multiple research projects focused on practical security solutions. His lab develops tools like B2R2 (a binary analysis framework) and OFuzz (a fuzzing platform), which have gained recognition in the security community. Dr. Cha actively contributes to the research community through program committee roles at major conferences including PLDI, ICSE, and ISSTA.

• Software Security
• Software Engineering
• Program Analysis
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Dr. Ioannis Katsanakis serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Tourism Studies within the School of Economics, Business and International Studies at the University of Piraeus. His academic expertise focuses on Information Systems Management in Businesses and Organizations with particular emphasis on Business Process Management in tourism contexts. With a strong foundation in business organization and management, he has developed a specialized research profile at the intersection of information technology and tourism management. Dr. Katsanakis' research interests span Information Systems, Business Process Management, Strategic Management, E-Business, and increasingly focus on Tourism Technology and Digital Transformation within the tourism sector. His scholarly work demonstrates a clear trajectory from general business information systems toward specialized applications in tourism contexts, reflecting the evolving digital landscape of the tourism industry. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a significant shift toward tourism-specific applications of information systems theory. His work now prominently features systemic approaches to digital transformation in tourism ecosystems, knowledge management frameworks for tourism destinations, and the integration of sustainable development principles with digital technologies in hospitality. This evolution demonstrates his ability to adapt theoretical frameworks to address contemporary challenges in the tourism sector. His teaching portfolio includes foundational courses such as Introduction to Computer Science and specialized offerings like Information Systems and Decision Support for Tourism Businesses, e-Tourism and m-Tourism in the International Environment, and Business Simulations – Games. This curriculum reflects his commitment to preparing tourism professionals with the digital competencies required in today's technology-driven industry. Dr. Katsanakis has established a productive research trajectory with consistent publication output across international conferences and journals. His work bridges theoretical information systems frameworks with practical tourism applications, contributing valuable insights to both academic discourse and industry practice in the rapidly evolving digital tourism landscape.

• Information Systems
• Business Process Management
• Strategic Management
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Marina Tzakosta is a Full Professor at the Department of Preschool Education, Faculty of Education, University of Crete. Her expertise spans theoretical and applied linguistics with a focus on child language development, dialectology, and language pedagogy. She holds a PhD from Leiden University and has held visiting fellowships at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Princeton University. Education: PhD in Linguistics (Phonology), Leiden University Center for Linguistics, 2004 MA in Linguistics (Phonology), University of Crete, 1999 BA in Greek Philology, University of Crete, 1996 Research Interests: Her work examines language acquisition (L1/L2), dialectal evolution in Greek, and the intersection of dialects with standard language. She advocates for dialectal teaching methods in education and explores sociolinguistic aspects of language variation. Recent Research Trends: Recent publications address sexist language use in Greek and English, dialectal pedagogy, morphology teaching strategies, and phonological development in child speech. She emphasizes applied research with practical educational implications. Awards: 2014: John S. Latsis Foundation Grant for the Digital Museum of Greek Oral History 2018: Visiting Research Fellowship at Princeton University’s Stanley Seeger Center Grants & Leadership: Principal investigator on multiple research programs, including EU-funded projects. Her work integrates linguistic theory with empirical classroom applications. She has supervised numerous research initiatives on bilingualism and language policy. Labs & Collaborations: Leads the Digital Museum of Greek Oral History project and collaborates with international institutions on dialectological research. Active in organizing conferences like the International Conference on Modern Greek Dialects.

• theoretical linguistics
• applied linguistics
• morphophonology
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Evangelos F. Magirou is a Professor of Operations Research at the Department of Informatics, School of Information Sciences and Technology, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), where he has served since 1986. His academic career includes significant administrative roles including Chairman of the Faculty Union at AUEB since 1994, Deputy Chairman of the Department of Informatics since 2003, and Member of the Governing Board of the Public Power Corporation since 2004. His educational background includes: PhD in Decision and Control Sciences, Harvard University (1972-76) MS in Decision and Control Sciences, Harvard University (1971-72) BS in Electrical Engineering, Princeton University (1967-71) Professor Magirou's research spans theoretical and applied operations research with particular emphasis on applications to Greek business environment challenges. His work demonstrates consistent focus on finance, shipping, and production systems, with fundamental contributions to optimization, probabilistic models, and quantitative methods. His research trajectory shows evolution from early theoretical work in control systems and game theory to applied research in shipping economics and financial mathematics, with recent work addressing contemporary challenges including infectious disease response and American option pricing. His publication record reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach, bridging operations research with computer science, economics, and maritime transport. The 15 most recent publications indicate continued research productivity with applications spanning finance (option pricing algorithms), public health (infectious disease response), shipping (vessel positioning), and computer security (spam modeling). Professor Magirou has held numerous leadership positions including: Chairman of the Executive Committee for the MSc Program in Business Mathematics Chairman of the Hellenic Procurement Institute (1994-97) Vice Chairman of the Energy Coordination Committee (1993-95) Member of the National Energy Council's Scientific Secretariat (1977-85) He has been actively involved with professional organizations including INFORMS (Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences) and the Technical Chamber of Greece. His teaching responsibilities include courses in Elementary and Intermediate Mathematics of Finance, Operations Research, Game Theory, and Decision Theory, for which he has developed extensive teaching materials available in Greek.

• Operations Research
• Theoretical Operations Research
• Applied Operations Research
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Professor Paraskevopoulos Stefanos holds an academic position at the University of Thessaly, focusing on Environmental Education and related interdisciplinary areas. His research spans special education methodologies, natural resource management in ecologically sensitive regions, and accessibility of environmental spaces for marginalized groups. He has collaborated extensively on projects involving virtual environments for educational purposes and behavioral studies related to environmental awareness. His work emphasizes practical applications of ecological principles through innovative teaching methods, particularly for students with disabilities. Key contributions include studies on public perception of marine conservation, policy frameworks for sustainable tourism in protected areas, and pedagogical strategies for integrating environmental science into special education curricula. Research interests include cross-cultural environmental psychology, the role of technology in ecological education, and systemic approaches to resource allocation challenges. His publications frequently bridge social sciences with environmental management, addressing both theoretical and applied aspects of human-environment interaction.

• Environmental Education
• Special Education
• Natural Resource Management
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Michael Sfakianakis is Professor of Informatics and Statistics Applications in Business Administration at the Department of Business Organization and Management, University of Piraeus, where he also serves as Dean of the School of Economics, Business and International Studies since 2017. He holds a degree in Mathematics from the University of Athens, a Master’s in Informatics and Operations Research, and a PhD in Applied Quantitative Methods. First Degree: Department of Mathematics, University of Athens Master: Informatics and Operations Research PhD: Applied Quantitative Methods His research interests center on Applied Statistics, Business Informatics, Health Informatics, Tourism Economics, and Public Policy Modeling . His work bridges theoretical statistical methods with practical applications in business, healthcare, and public administration. He has published extensively in journals such as IEEE Transactions on Reliability, Journal of Applied Statistics, and European Journal of Clinical Investigation. The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, combining quantitative modeling with applications in telecommunications, e-government, health systems, and digital business . Key themes include business process automation, information systems evaluation, corporate social responsibility, and data-driven decision-making in public and private sectors. He has authored seven books on simulation, statistics, and informatics, and teaches in six postgraduate programs across the University of Piraeus and Athens University of Economics and Business. No specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text. Prof. Sfakianakis has supervised numerous students and has been deeply involved in academic and public service. He has led major research and policy initiatives in areas such as tourism satellite accounts, public procurement reform, and national statistical systems. His leadership roles include presidency of multiple university departments and advisory roles in national regulatory bodies. He is actively engaged in public policy, having chaired the Central Supervisory Board of the General Commercial Registry, served on the European Advisory Committee for Economic and Social Affairs, and contributed to OECD projects on measuring societal progress. He is also President of the Tourism Observatory and Deputy President of the National Authority for Healthcare Quality Assurance (ODIPY).

• Applied Statistics
• Business Informatics
• Quantitative Methods in Business Administration
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Kostas Chatzikokolakis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, University of Athens. He is on leave from CNRS and the Inria team Comète at LIX, École Polytechnique. His research focuses on security and privacy, particularly quantitative information flow, location privacy, differential privacy, probabilistic verification, and concurrency theory. Education includes a PhD in Computer Science (2007) from École Polytechnique, Paris, with a thesis on probabilistic and information-theoretic approaches to anonymity. He holds a Master's from University Paris VII and a Bachelor's from the National University of Athens. Research interests span formal methods for privacy, differential privacy mechanisms, and location privacy. Notable contributions include the Geo-Indistinguishability framework and the Location Guard browser extension. He has received the Test of Time Award at CCS 2023, NSA Best Scientific Cybersecurity Paper Award (2015), and the Second SPECIF/Gilles Kahn Prize (2008). Teaching includes courses on privacy technologies, computer security, and data structures. He has supervised numerous PhD students and led projects like LOGIS (JSPS/Inria), REPAS (ANR), and Privacy-Friendly Services (Microsoft). Contributions to open-source software include the Location Guard (60k daily users) and libqif, a C++ toolkit for quantitative information flow analysis.

• Security & Privacy
• Quantitative Information Flow
• Location Privacy
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Georgia Koloniari is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Informatics, School of Information Sciences, University of Macedonia. She holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Ioannina (2009), along with an MSc (2003) and BSc (2001) in Computer Science from the same institution. Her research focuses on distributed systems, graph databases, and peer-to-peer (P2P) systems, with notable contributions to social network analysis, XML data management, and privacy-preserving techniques. She has led or participated in multiple funded research projects, including the Cloud9 project (2011–2014) and the Self-Peer initiative (2005–2008). Her teaching roles include instructing courses such as Distributed Systems , Data Structures , and Advanced Information Systems at the undergraduate level, and IT Infrastructure and Databases at the graduate level. She has also contributed to online educational initiatives, including the development of the Data Structures course in the Open Digital Courses project. Dr. Koloniari’s research interests span social network evolution, graph database management, and distributed data processing. She has published extensively on topics like clustered overlay networks, privacy-preserving record linkage, and temporal query processing. Her work integrates game-theoretic approaches and algorithmic solutions to address challenges in P2P systems and cloud computing. Her recent publications highlight advancements in privacy-preserving techniques (e.g., PRIVATEER toolkit) and time-aware social search systems. She remains active in academic service, serving on program committees for conferences like WWW and EDBT, and reviewing for journals such as IEEE Transactions on Parallel and Distributed Systems. Labs/Teams: Her involvement with the DMOD Lab (Digital Media, Data Management, and Distributed Systems Lab) reflects her focus on interdisciplinary research in data management and distributed computing.

• Social Networks
• Graph Databases
• Distributed Systems
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Mageirou Evangelos is a Professor at the Department of Informatics within the School of Information Sciences and Technology at Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) . He holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from Princeton University (1971), an M.Sc. in Decision and Control Sciences from Harvard University (1972), and a Ph.D. in Decision and Control Sciences from Harvard University (1976). His research spans both theoretical and applied domains in Operations Research , with a focus on Finance , Shipping , and Energy Systems , alongside foundational work in Combinatorial Optimization , Algorithms , and Probabilistic Models . Education : BS in Electrical Engineering, Princeton University, 1971 M.Sc. in Decision and Control Sciences, Harvard University, 1972 Ph.D. in Decision and Control Sciences, Harvard University, 1976 His research interests integrate mathematical techniques with real-world applications, particularly addressing Greek business environments through Energy Systems , Financial Modeling , and Shipping Logistics . Publications emphasize Game Theory , Dynamic Optimization , and Graph-Theoretic Algorithms , reflecting his interdisciplinary approach. Notable contributions include algorithmic frameworks for Stochastic Vessel Positioning , Policy Iteration in Control Problems , and foundational studies in Kernel Enumeration and Default Logic . His work bridges Operations Research with Computer Science , particularly in Maritime and Energy Policy contexts. Administrative Roles : Chairman of the Governing Board, Public Power Corporation S.A. (since April 2004) Chairman of the Faculty Union, AUEB (1994–present) Deputy Chairman, Department of Informatics, AUEB (Sept. 2003–present) Director of Studies, MSc Program in Business Mathematics (Jointly organized with University of Athens and AUEB) Board Member, Hellenic Operations Research Society (1979–1983)

• Theoretical and Applied Operations Research
• Finance
• Shipping
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Dr. Tharrenos Bratitsis is a Full Professor at the University of Western Macedonia's Department of Early Childhood Education, specializing in ICTs in Education. He earned his Electrical Engineering and Computer Science degree from the Polytechnic School of the University of Patras in 1994 and completed his doctorate in 2007. His research spans Digital Storytelling, STEAM Education, Game-based Learning, Educational Robotics, and Technology Enhanced Learning. His research focuses on integrating advanced technologies into educational settings to enhance collaborative learning, computational thinking, and sustainable development education. Key areas include gamified STEAM approaches for early childhood, algorithmic thinking through hybrid games, and entrepreneurship training programs. His work emphasizes pedagogical innovation and digital literacy. Awards and recognitions include participation in EU-funded projects like Erasmus+. His research demonstrates consistent focus on technology-enhanced pedagogies and interdisciplinary educational strategies. Key laboratories include the CrInTE lab, where he leads projects on educational technology. Future initiatives involve expanding research on sustainable development education and digital storytelling applications across diverse age groups.

• Digital Storytelling
• STEAM Education
• Game-based Learning
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Sokratis Katsikas is a Professor at the Department of Digital Systems, University of Piraeus, Greece. He also serves as General Secretary for Communications at the Greek Ministry of Infrastructures, Transport and Networks, and contributes to European academic evaluation committees. His career includes leadership roles such as Rector (2003-2006) and Vice-Rector (1997-2003) of the University of the Aegean, and board memberships in national regulatory bodies like the Hellenic Quality Assurance Agency and the Hellenic Authority for Communications Privacy. Dr. Katsikas holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the University of Patras (1987), an M.Sc. from the University of Massachusetts (1984), and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from the University of Patras (1982). His research focuses on information and communication systems security , with emphasis on intrusion detection systems (IDS), cybersecurity in smart grids, privacy in social networks, and estimation theory applications. Notable contributions include frameworks for reducing IDS false positives, game-theoretic approaches to insider threat detection, and privacy compliance methodologies aligned with ISO standards. He has authored/co-authored over 150 publications, 24 books, and serves on editorial boards of leading journals. Recent work explores log management infrastructures, data breach mitigation in social networks, and secure electronic medical records. Awards and recognitions are not explicitly listed in the provided text, but his extensive editorial and advisory roles highlight professional esteem. His research spans both theoretical advancements and practical implementations in critical infrastructure protection.

• Information Systems Security
• Communication Systems Security
• Estimation Theory Applications
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Nikolaos Englezos is an Assistant Professor in Mathematical Finance at Columbia University. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematical Finance from Columbia University's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, with prior degrees in Mathematics from the University of Athens. Currently serves as academic coordinator for the Erasmus+ program and previously held roles at the International Research Centre ICRE8 (academic director of the Department of Economics and Econometrics). His research focuses on advanced stochastic modeling techniques applied to financial markets, including Forward/Backward Stochastic Differential Equations (FBSDEs), stochastic control theory, and game-theoretic approaches to financial systems. Education: Bachelor's in Mathematics, University of Athens M.Sc. and M.Phil. in Mathematics, Columbia University Ph.D. in Mathematical Finance, Columbia University Research interests emphasize quantitative finance methodologies: - Financial optimization under uncertainty - Equilibrium analysis in dynamic systems - Stochastic differential game theory applications - Computational methods for financial modeling Awards: Recognized through fellowships from Greece's State Scholarships Foundation and research programs IKYDA/THALES. Teaching: Leads advanced courses in quantitative finance including Portfolio Theory, Financial Derivatives, and Computational Finance at both undergraduate and Ph.D. levels. Serves as coordinator for Special Topics in Quantitative Finance.

• Mathematical Finance
• Stochastic Control Theory
• Financial Optimization
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