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Fadi AL-TURJMANمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT)
• Wireless Sensor Networks
• Blockchain Applications
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Fadi AL-TURJMAN serves as the founding Dean of the Faculty of AI and Informatics at Near East University (NEU), Cyprus. He holds multiple leadership roles including Head of the Software Engineering Department and Director of the AI and Robotics Institute and the International Research Center for AI and IoT. With a PhD in Computer Science from Queen’s University (2011), he specializes in AIoT systems, wireless networks, and blockchain integration. Affiliation: Near East University Leadership: Founding Dean for AI and Informatics, Director of AI & Robotics Institute Research Focus: His work bridges Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) , Blockchain Applications , and Smart Networking . He explores cybersecurity frameworks for smart cities, quantum state optimization techniques, and novel AI-driven solutions for healthcare, agriculture, and energy systems. Key Article Trends: Recent publications emphasize Transformer models for environmental monitoring, blockchain-enabled security protocols , and evolutionary algorithms for resource optimization. His research spans interdisciplinary domains including medical diagnostics, vehicular networks, and sustainable infrastructure. Scientific Awards: Lifetime Golden Award of Dr. Suat Gunsel (2022) Multiple Best Research Awards at International Venues Labs & Teams: Directs the International Research Center for AI and IoT at NEU, leading multidisciplinary teams in developing advanced networking technologies and AI-driven solutions for global value chain applications.

Edna Yamasakiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurosciences
• Biophysics
• Public Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Edna Yamasaki is the Head of the Department of Life and Health Sciences at the University of Nicosia's School of Sciences and Engineering, and serves as Vice Rector for Academic Affairs. Her career spans roles in academia, research, and administrative leadership. She holds a Medicine degree from Federal Fluminense University (Brazil), followed by MSc/PhD in Biophysics (Neurobiology) from Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, and postdoctoral training at institutions including Harvard Medical School (USA) and the University of Cyprus. Her research focuses on nervous system development/degeneration, public health implications of climate change, and biomedical materials. Notable projects include the CYPHEW initiative (identifying Cyprus's heat-related health risks), polymer development for biological applications, and Erasmus+ programs promoting health-enhanced physical activity. She has contributed to environmental hydrodynamic modeling, health information systems evaluation (DIPSA framework), and disaster risk assessments for oil spills. Her work bridges neuroscience, environmental science, and public policy. Recent studies highlight aging populations' health challenges and the impact of extreme weather on mortality and hospital admissions in Cyprus. She actively collaborates on EU-funded projects addressing work safety, healthcare informatics, and climate adaptation. Professional milestones include coordinating interdisciplinary teams across multiple continents and transitioning between laboratory research to institutional leadership roles. Her leadership emphasizes fostering curiosity-driven research while addressing societal health challenges.

Harald Gjermundrodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Distributed Computing Systems
• Computer Security
• Cyber Security
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Harald Gjermundrod is a Professor of Computer Science in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Nicosia's School of Sciences and Engineering, where he has served since September 2008. Previously, he was a Post-Doctorate Associate (2006-2008) at the High-Performance Computing Systems Laboratory, University of Cyprus. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Washington State University (2006) MS in Computer Science, Washington State University (2001) BS in Computer Science, Washington State University (1999) Dipl.-Ing, Oslo Metropolitan University (1998) His research spans Distributed Computing Systems , Computer Security , Blockchain Technology , and Data Protection , with emphasis on practical implementations like GridStat middleware for power grids and privacyTracker for GDPR compliance. As co-director of the Informatics Security Laboratory, he leads research on active defense mechanisms and data protection frameworks. His 87+ publications since 2001 show evolving focus from grid computing (2006-2010) to blockchain applications (2016-present), with recent work emphasizing privacy engineering, secure e-voting, and AI-driven security analytics. Key trends include transitioning from infrastructure-focused research (GridStat, ICGrid) to policy-compliant systems (privacyTracker, HoneyCY). Scientific Recognition: Senior Member of ACM Eclipse Committer Status (Alumni) Chair of ACM Cyprus Chapter (2015-2018) He has secured funding from EU programs, US National Science Foundation, and National Institute of Technology, developing software products including GridStat (critical infrastructure middleware), ICGrid (medical data sharing), and ReProTool (Bologna Process compliance). His supervision has produced student-developed prototypes like NoteLocker and HoneyCY. Current projects include privacyTracker (GDPR compliance) and SmartTeV (blockchain voting). As co-director of the Informatics Security Laboratory, he oversees research on active defense systems, honeypot frameworks (HoneyCY), and verifiable data traceability, with applications in e-government and healthcare security.

Mihalis Nicolaouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Tensor Methods
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Mihalis Nicolaou is Associate Professor at The Cyprus Institute's Computation-based Science and Technology Research Center. His research develops robust machine learning algorithms with applications in computer vision and interdisciplinary domains. Research focuses on: Interpretable representation learning Tensor-based machine learning Generative model interpretation Multimodal data fusion Recent publications explore semantic grounding in vision-language models and interpretability of satellite image generative networks. His work emphasizes algorithmic robustness and cross-domain applications.

Apostolos Giannakosمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Geospatial Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Satellite Meteorology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Apostolos Giannakos is a Researcher at the Climate and Atmosphere Research Center (CARE-C) of The Cyprus Institute, specializing in geospatial artificial intelligence for weather, climate, and environmental applications. His work involves developing machine learning algorithms and GPU-accelerated data science workflows for Earth observation analysis. He earned his PhD in Satellite Meteorology from the Department of Meteorology and Climatology, Faculty of Geology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. His research integrates computational techniques with environmental science through: Geospatial AI for environmental monitoring and prediction Satellite Meteorology and nowcasting systems development Remote Sensing model validation using complex EO datasets Geoinformatics infrastructure for climate data processing GPU-accelerated workflows in atmospheric and environmental modeling As a core member of CARE-C, Dr. Giannakos advances computational approaches to climate research within The Cyprus Institute's interdisciplinary framework.

• Software Engineering
• Protocol Specification and Testing
• Quality Assurance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andreas Grontoudis serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the School of Sciences, European University of Cyprus since October 2007, following prior appointments as Assistant Professor at Cyprus College (2003-2007) and senior software development manager at Quad Computer Services (2001-2003). His academic credentials include: PhD in Computer Science, University of Sheffield (2000) - Thesis: X-machine based specification and design for testing of the CATV protocol MSc (Eng) in Computer Science, University of Sheffield (1994) - Thesis: An initial approach to X-machine specification of Distributed systems BSc in Computer Science, University of East Anglia (1993) - Thesis: A computer automated measurement system Dr. Grontoudis specializes in bridging theoretical computer science with practical applications, particularly in protocol specification using X-machines, quality assurance systems for medical imaging, and disaster monitoring technologies. His research evolved from foundational work in formal methods for protocol testing to applied solutions in diagnostic imaging toolboxes and integrated surveillance systems for forest fires/disasters using aerial and space-based platforms. Recent work focuses on educational software for IT vocational training. His publication history demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary contributions spanning biomedical engineering, environmental monitoring, and software engineering, with emphasis on translating theoretical models into real-world safety-critical applications. Professional recognition includes: Third Party Developer Pegasus Opera II award (Pegasus Software, 2001) First Certificate in English (University of Cambridge, 1985) Research leadership spans multiple EU-funded initiatives: Interfaces project (2016-2020): Website and learning platform management for EU interdisciplinary music program JOBIT project (2015-2017): Researcher for Erasmus+ vocational training software development YPE NEPRO0204_02 (2004-2006): Research assistant and software programmer for Cyprus Research Foundation He maintains active scholarly engagement through his Google Scholar profile and continues developing applied solutions at the intersection of computer science and critical domain applications.

Demetrios Eliadesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Smart Water Networks
• Water Quality Monitoring
• Cyber-Physical Security
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Demetrios Eliades is a Research Assistant Professor at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus. He holds a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, an MSc in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Edinburgh, and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Cyprus. His research focuses on Smart Water Networks, including water loss reduction, quality assurance, contamination response, and cyber-physical security. He develops open-source tools like the EPANET-MATLAB Toolkit and coordinates projects such as the Battle of the Leakage Detection and Isolation Methods (BattLeDIM) competition. His cross-disciplinary work extends to power systems, robotics, and archaeometry. Dr. Eliades has coordinated multiple European projects including Interreg SmartWater2020 and H2020 PathoCERT, and contributed to COVID-19 response through a national information management platform. His publications emphasize AI integration in water systems, contamination management, and infrastructure resilience.

• Infectious Diseases
• Microbiology
• Phage Therapy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ran Nir-Paz is a Professor at the Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Medicine, Department of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. He holds academic qualifications including an MD from Hebrew University (1995), specialization in Medicine (2000), and Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (2003) from Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center. He completed a Post Doc at UC Berkeley's Molecular and Cell Biology department (2007). His research focuses on phage therapy, antibiotic resistance mechanisms, and infectious disease epidemiology. Notable contributions include developing frameworks for phage therapy protocols and analyzing the impact of public health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. He co-leads research projects such as the 'Israeli Phage Bank' and 'Precision Phage Therapy' initiatives, funded by ISF and Rosetrees Trust. Dr. Nir-Paz serves as Chair of the ESCMID-ESGNTA Executive Committee and Chief Editor of Frontiers in Clinical Microbiology. He has held editorial roles with Clinical Infectious Diseases and Frontiers journals. His work bridges clinical microbiology with public health, emphasizing translational research and antimicrobial innovation.

• Traffic Safety Engineering
• Pavement Management Systems
• GIS-Based Transportation Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Asst. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Metin Kunt is a faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU). His research focuses on transportation engineering, pavement management systems, and geospatial analysis. He holds a PhD and MS in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a BS from Middle East Technical University. PhD: University of Texas at Austin (1995) MS: University of Texas at Austin (1991) BS: Middle East Technical University (1986) His work integrates machine learning and GIS technologies for traffic accident hotspot identification, pavement distress classification, and emergency service optimization. Over 20+ years, he has supervised 20+ theses addressing critical infrastructure challenges in road safety, asset management, and material reinforcement. Key contributions include developing pavement management frameworks for Nicosia and Famagusta municipalities, and pioneering applications of YOLOv5 algorithms for pavement distress detection. His research emphasizes data-driven solutions for transportation systems in Cyprus and beyond.

Theodoros Christoudiasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Global Climate-chemistry Modelling
• Regional Air Quality Modelling
• Computational Model Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Theodoros Christoudias is an Associate Professor at The Cyprus Institute (CyI), leading the Earth System modelling group within the Climate and Atmosphere Research Center (CARE-C). His research focuses on global climate-chemistry modeling, regional air quality modeling, and computational model development. Prior to CyI, he served as an International Fellow at Fermilab (USA) and holds a BSc and PhD in Physics from Imperial College London. Research Interests: Climate-chemistry interactions and Earth system modeling Aerosol formation and atmospheric particle dynamics Machine learning applications in environmental science CERN CLOUD experiment collaboration MESSy Earth system model development Key Contributions: Developed high-resolution ultrafine particle concentration models using machine learning Assessed global NOx emissions using TROPOMI satellite data Studied ammonia's role in tropospheric particle formation Modeled radionuclide dispersion risks from nuclear accidents Labs & Teams: Earth System Modelling Group (CARE-C) Modular Earth Submodel System (MESSy) steering group CERN CLOUD collaboration

Rahaf Orabiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Digital Heritage
• Laser Scanning
• Photogrammetry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rahaf Orabi is a Research Technical Scientist at The Cyprus Institute's Science and Technology in Archaeology Research Center (STARC), specifically working within the Andreas Pittas Art Characterization Laboratories (APAC Labs). She joined The Cyprus Institute in 2022 and contributes to cutting-edge research in digital cultural heritage and archaeological documentation, with particular focus on post-conflict sites in Syria. Her academic background includes: PhD in History and Archaeology at Pázmány Peter Catholic University, Budapest, Hungary (2017-2023) MSc in Digital Cultural Heritage from The Cyprus Institute (2020-2021) MArch in Architectural Design/Digital Architecture from Damascus University (2013-2016) BSc in Architecture from Damascus University (2012) Rahaf's research focuses on digital documentation of endangered cultural heritage sites using laser scanning, photogrammetry, and point cloud analysis. She specializes in post-conflict recovery of cultural heritage, particularly in war-torn regions like Syria. Her work combines technical precision with deep historical understanding, allowing for accurate digital reconstructions of damaged heritage. She has pioneered urban-scale digital documentation projects in historic cities including Aleppo and Damascus, creating detailed records that support academic research and conservation efforts. Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on urban heritage reconstruction, with significant work on Aleppo's historic districts using parametric modeling and historical map analysis. Her achievements include the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship (2017) and 19 publications with over 5,830 reads and 24 citations on ResearchGate. She has collaborated on major international projects including "Project Anqa" for documenting Syrian heritage and has participated in documenting Palmyra after its liberation from ISIS. Rahaf has been instrumental in developing digital methodologies for heritage documentation in challenging post-conflict environments. Her work bridges practical field documentation with academic research, creating valuable resources for heritage conservation and urban recovery planning. She maintains active collaborations with researchers across European institutions and continues to advance methodologies for digital reconstruction of war-damaged urban heritage sites.

Thomas Dimopoulosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Real Estate Valuation
• Property Taxation
• Geospatial Data Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thomas Dimopoulos is an Assistant Professor in Real Estate at Neapolis University Pafos Cyprus, coordinating the BSc in Real Estate Valuation and Development. He holds a PhD from Cyprus University of Technology and advanced degrees from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and Oxford Brookes University. His professional roles include former chairman of RICS Cyprus, board member of the Cyprus Property Valuers Association, and European Board member of IVSC. Education: PhD, Civil Engineering & Geomatics (Cyprus UoT); M.Eng., Rural & Surveying Engineering (Aristotle UoThessaloniki); MSc, Real Estate (Oxford Brookes). Research focuses on property valuation methodologies, geospatial analysis, AI-driven mass appraisals, and sustainable design impact on real estate. His work emphasizes automated valuation models, GIS applications, and energy-efficient retrofitting. Recent articles explore urban accessibility, sustainability trends in tourism, and net-zero energy buildings. Professional affiliations include AXIA Chartered Surveyors (founded by him) and advisory roles in industry bodies. Active in Cyprus property policy, advocating data-driven valuation practices and fiscal decentralization through property taxation research.

Regas Georgiouمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Civil Engineering
• Building Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Regas Georgiou is a Researcher at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence , where he joined in 2024 focusing on Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Prior to this, he worked as a GIS Data Specialist and BIM Modeler at a research and educational institution from 2020 to 2023. BSc in Civil Engineering from Cyprus University of Technology (2016) MSc in Building Engineering from Delft University of Technology (2019) His research interests include Geographic Information Systems (GIS) , Civil Engineering , Building Engineering , BIM (Building Information Modeling) , Geospatial Analysis , and Urban Planning . In his current role, he contributes to GIS-related projects, leveraging his expertise in civil and building engineering.

Kolios Panayiotisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Emergency Management
• Artificial Intelligence
• Autonomous Unmanned Aerial Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Panayiotis Kolios is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science, University of Cyprus. He holds a PhD and BEng in Telecommunications Engineering from King's College London. His research focuses on networked intelligent systems, including autonomous UAVs, cyber-physical systems, and AI-driven emergency management. Key roles include coordinating the KIOS CoE's security and emergency response group, developing the SafeCY emergency app, and leading the AIDERS project for real-time disaster response using drones and machine learning. Education: BEng (King's College London, 2008), PhD (King's College London, 2012) Affiliations: KIOS Research and Innovation Centre of Excellence, University of Cyprus Projects: AIDERS, SWIFTERS, PREDICATE (EU-funded), SafeCY app, Cyprus Civil Defence Aerial Observation Unit Grants: Over 40M€ in EU and industrial funding Research emphasizes AI algorithms for emergency response, including drone-based situational awareness, wildfire monitoring, and rogue UAV detection. He co-organized the Exchange of Experts training program and led the team that won the Cooperative Aerial Robots Inspection Challenge (CDC 2023). Notable Achievements: ETEK Engineering Award Honorable Mention (2021) First Prize in CDC 2023 Cooperative Aerial Robots Challenge Development of the Cyprus Civil Defence Aerial Observation Unit Active in both academic and applied research, Kolios bridges theoretical advancements with real-world emergency management solutions.

Egli Michailidouمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Remote Sensing
• Geographic Information Systems
• Environmental Monitoring
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Egli Michailidou serves as a Researcher at The Cyprus Institute within the Energy, Environment, and Water Research Centre (EEWRC), specializing in remote sensing analysis, GIS application development, and environmental monitoring for cross-sectoral challenges. Her educational foundation includes an MEng in Rural and Surveying Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens and an MSc in Geoscience and Remote Sensing from Delft University of Technology. Her research integrates geospatial technologies to address critical environmental domains, with primary focus areas: Remote Sensing (optical/SAR satellite data processing) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications Environmental Monitoring systems Disaster Risk Management frameworks Water Resources Management solutions Satellite Image Processing techniques Her expertise drives practical implementations across oil and gas, construction, transportation infrastructure, and climate resilience sectors through advanced geospatial analytics.