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Emmanouel (Manos) Varvarigos is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), where he leads the High Speed Communication Networks Laboratory. He holds a Diploma from NTUA (1988) and an M.S./Ph.D. from MIT (1990/1992). Prior roles include Professorships at UC Santa Barbara (1992-1998) and Delft University (1998-1999), and leadership at the University of Patras (1999-2015). He has coordinated over 30 EU research projects, including H2020 initiatives like ORCHESTRA and FLEXGRID. His research focuses on optical networking, cloud computing, smart energy grids, and high-speed network protocols. He has published over 450 papers and serves on numerous conference committees. Awards include the NSF Research Initiation Award. His lab employs 5 postdocs and 10+ PhD students, addressing challenges in networking, data centers, and grid computing. Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT, 1992 M.S., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT, 1990 Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering, NTUA, 1988 Research Interests: Optical networking, high-speed network protocols, data center architectures, cloud computing, smart energy grids, wireless networks, and distributed systems. Grants & Projects: Coordinated 7 EU projects (e.g., FLEXGRID, ORCHESTRA) and participated in 35+ others. National projects include roles as Scientific Director of the Greek School Network and CTI’s Network Technologies Division. Labs & Teams: Directs the High Speed Communication Networks Lab (HSCNL), collaborating with global institutions on optical networks, edge cloud, and smart grids. The lab’s work includes EU-funded projects on 5G, data centers, and renewable energy integration.

• Optical Networking
• High-Speed Networks
• Data Center Technologies
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Amalia Miliou is a Professor in the Department of Informatics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where she has served since 1993, progressing through the academic ranks from Lecturer to her current position as Professor since 2022. She holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Florida (1991) with specialization in Optoelectronics, following an MSc in the same field (1988) and a Physics degree from Aristotle University (1985). Her research focuses on optical communications systems, with specific expertise in optoelectronic circuits simulation, optical switching, optical RAM development, converged fiber-wireless technology, 5G networks, and secure optical communications using chaos theory. Over her career, she has supervised numerous graduate students across these research areas, with thesis topics spanning optical memory systems, fiber-wireless integration, chaos-based secure communications, and advanced optical network architectures. Her recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate a strong focus on next-generation optical networking solutions for 5G/6G applications, including fiber-wireless convergence, optical memory systems for high-speed networks, and innovative approaches to optical signal processing. Her work bridges fundamental photonics research with practical telecommunications applications, particularly in addressing the bandwidth and latency challenges of modern mobile networks. Professor Miliou has served as the Coordinator of the LLP-ERASMUS student exchange program at the Department of Informatics since 1997 and has held various administrative positions including membership in the University Senate and General Assembly. She has led and participated in numerous research projects, most recently focusing on technological improvements for 5G systems through optical-wireless network development (2019-2021), next-generation healthcare applications leveraging 6G networks (2023-2027), and photonic integrated circuits for random access memory (2012-2015).

• Optical Communications
• Optoelectronic Circuits
• Optical Switching
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Pleros Nikos is a Professor in the Department of Informatics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), leading the Photonics Systems and Networks (Phos-Net) research group and co-founding the interdisciplinary Wireless and Photonic Systems and Networks (WinPhoS) research group in 2016 at AUTH’s Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation (C.I.R.I.). His office is located in Kalamaria, Office 15, with office hours Tuesday/Wednesday 10:00-12:00 and Thursday 16:00-17:00. His research spans optical and photonic systems, specializing in Optical Packet/Burst Switching, High-Speed Optical Signal Processing, Wireless Optical Networks (including Radio-over-fiber access networks), and High-Speed WDM/OTDM Optical Transmitters. The WinPhoS group, which integrates departments of Physics, Informatics, and Electrical Engineering, advances applications in integrated photonics, plasmonics, optical interconnects for DataCenters, neuromorphic photonics, and 5G mmWave fiber-wireless systems, supported by state-of-the-art laboratories for optical interconnects and mmWave testing. WinPhoS has participated in over 30 FP7 and Horizon EU research projects during the last 15 years, frequently serving as project coordinators, and maintains global collaborations with institutions and industry across Greece, Europe, the USA, and Japan. Professor Nikos actively mentors PhD students, with current openings in “Photonic Neural Networks and Photonic AI processors”, and oversees research grants focused on next-generation optical networking technologies.

• Optical Packet/Burst Switching
• High-Speed Optical Signal Processing
• Wireless Optical Networks – Radio-over-fiber access networks
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Nikos Pleros serves as a Professor in the Department of Informatics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), where he leads the Wireless and Photonic Systems and Networks (WinPhoS) research group established in 2016 at AUTH’s Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation (C.I.R.I.). This interdisciplinary initiative bridges the Departments of Physics, Informatics, and Electrical and Computer Engineering, focusing on advanced research in communication systems and networks. His research spans critical domains in photonics and optical networking, including Optical Packet Switching, High-Speed Optical Signal Processing, Wireless Optical Access Networks, and High-Speed Optical Telephony Switching Systems. Additional expertise encompasses Integrated Photonics, Plasmonics, Optical Interconnects for Data Centers, Optical Computing architectures, Neuromorphic Photonics, and 5G mmWave fiber-wireless integration, addressing next-generation computing and telecommunications challenges. WinPhoS operates world-class laboratories featuring high-speed optical interconnect testbeds, 5G mmWave platforms, and Photonic Integrated Circuit characterization facilities. With over 30 FP7 and Horizon EU research projects coordinated in the past 15 years, the group maintains global collaborations across Greece, Europe, the USA, and Japan. Current initiatives include two active PhD openings in Photonic Neural Networks and Photonic AI processors, reflecting ongoing innovation in neuromorphic computing hardware.

• Optical Packet Switching
• High-Speed Optical Signal Processing
• Wireless Optical Access Networks
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Paschalis Antonis is a Professor at the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. His research focuses on hardware architectures for space systems, embedded systems, and image compression standards such as CCSDS. He specializes in FPGA implementations, radiation-hardened electronics, and biomarker development for immunogenic responses to cancer therapies. Research Interests: High-performance FPGA-based hardware accelerators Space-grade embedded systems and data compression CCSDS standard implementations for aerospace applications Molecular biomarkers for immunotherapy response prediction Recent Trends: His work emphasizes resilient systems against radiation effects (e.g., SEUs in FPGAs), high-throughput image compression cores for space missions, and interdisciplinary research linking computational hardware with medical diagnostics via prothymosin α analysis. Grants & Labs: Leads the ASPIICS coronagraph project for ESA's Proba-3 mission, involving advanced optical instrumentation and formation flying systems. Collaborates on COTS FPGA utilization in extreme environments.

• Computer Engineering
• Digital Signal Processing
• Space Systems
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Nikas Thomas is an External Instructor at the Department of Informatics (DI) of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). His work spans multiple interdisciplinary areas including quantum cryptography, fiber optic sensing technologies, and seismic monitoring. Key roles include advancing secure communication protocols through quantum key distribution (QKD) and developing novel Li-Fi transceivers using perovskite photodiodes. He also pioneers applications of Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) for urban earthquake monitoring in Athens, leveraging existing fiber-optic infrastructure for environmental and geophysical studies. His research bridges theoretical frameworks (e.g., phase transmission analysis) with practical implementations in optical communication systems and seismic detection. Research interests focus on: Secure optical communication systems leveraging quantum principles Fiber optic-based seismic and acoustic sensing Emerging Li-Fi technologies for high-speed wireless networks Phase-sensitive fiber optic analysis for geophysical applications Publications from 2022-2024 highlight trends in: Quantum security protocols for optical and radio-over-fiber systems Urban DAS applications for earthquake monitoring Microwave frequency interferometry for low-cost seismic sensors No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. His work often involves collaborative projects with industry and academic partners, though specific grants are not detailed here. Current projects include optimizing DAS for real-time urban seismic networks and exploring novel modulation formats for secure optical transmission.

• Optical Communications
• Quantum Cryptography
• Fiber Optic Sensing
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Iraklis Simos is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the University of West Attica, where he is a member of the WaveComm laboratory. Previously, he served as a Lecturer in the Department of Electronics Engineering at the Technological Education Institute of Piraeus (2012–2018) and conducted research at the Optical Communications Laboratory of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2002–2012). He holds a B.Sc. in Informatics, M.Sc. in Telecommunications Engineering, and Ph.D. in Photonic Devices from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1998–2007). His research focuses on semiconductor and fiber laser dynamics, ultrafast lasers, photonic devices for optical networks, and advanced fiber-optic sensing techniques such as Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) and Microwave Frequency Fiber Interferometry (MFFI) for earthquake monitoring. His work integrates theoretical modeling, experimental validation, and applications in telecommunications, environmental sensing, and infrastructure monitoring. With over 60 peer-reviewed publications, his contributions span high-speed communication systems, optical signal processing, and novel fiber-optic sensor technologies. Recent studies emphasize leveraging commercially deployed fiber-optic cables for seismic monitoring in urban environments (e.g., Athens, Greece), demonstrating the potential of DAS and MFFI for cost-effective earthquake early warning systems. His publications also address synchronization dynamics in laser frequency combs, fiber Bragg grating interrogation, and nonlinear effects in optoelectronic systems. Dr. Simos has advised numerous diploma and doctoral theses, focusing on cutting-edge topics in photonics and optical communications. His research aligns with national and European-funded projects, emphasizing translational applications of photonics in sensing and telecommunications.

• Photonics
• Optical Networks
• Fiber Optics Sensing
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Professor Kyriakos H. Zoiros is a faculty member at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, School of Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace (DUTH). Specializing in optical communications, he teaches undergraduate courses in Optical Telecommunications, Communications Networks, RF Circuit Design, and Electromagnetic Compatibility, alongside postgraduate courses on Optical Networks. His research interests include Purely optical signal processing Optical amplification and logic devices Optical computing Microring resonators Microwave photonics Free space optical communications Optical sensors Recent publications demonstrate expertise in photonic crystal semiconductor optical amplifiers, microring resonator optimization, and all-optical logic gate performance for high-speed telecommunications. His work spans optical signal processing, microwave photonics, and computational photonics applications. Professor Zoiros has contributed to international research programs such as MASSIVE (free space optic communication between unmanned vehicles), RF-EIGEN-SDR (software-defined radio structures), and SIROCOO (radio frequency conversion techniques).

• Optical Communications
• Photonics
• Optical Signal Processing
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Stefanos Papadakis serves as a Research Staff Scientist at the Telecommunications and Networks Laboratory (TNL) of the Institute of Computer Science at Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas (FORTH) and holds an Adjunct Lecturer position in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Crete. Since 2001, he has pioneered hardware and software prototyping at TNL-FORTH, currently leading the Software Defined Radio (SDR) group he established to drive vertical integration from physical layer design to application development. His educational foundation includes a Physics degree (2001) and M.Sc. (2004) and Ph.D. (2009) in Computer Science, all earned at the University of Crete. Teaching responsibilities encompass core courses CS-330: Introduction to Telecommunication Systems Theory and CS-435: Network Technology & Programming. Papadakis' research spans wireless innovation frontiers including software-defined/cognitive radios, spectrum sharing, heterogeneous networking, position location, radio propagation modeling, and emergency communications. His work emphasizes practical implementation, yielding functional prototypes across the entire communications stack. Notable contributions include GPU-accelerated SDR frameworks, robust spectrum virtualization techniques, and emergency response communication systems validated through international competitions. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2010-2016) reveals dominant themes in SDR optimization for IoT and critical communications, with significant focus on GPU parallelization, interference management in dense networks, and real-time spectrum sharing mechanisms. His experimental approach consistently bridges theoretical models with hardware validation, particularly in emergency response and heterogeneous network scenarios. Key recognitions include: Ericsson Award of Excellence in Telecommunications for position location research First place in PENED doctoral proposal competition Fourth place in IEEE DySPAN 2015 5G Spectrum Challenge Second place in Virginia Tech ShaRC 2016 with the 'Skynet' cognitive radio system Mentorship spans 16 undergraduate projects (11 completed), 8 M.Sc. students (3 completed theses), and 1 Ph.D. candidate. His research is sustained through major EU and national projects including REDComm (emergency communications), EU-MESH (metropolitan networks), RERUM (IoT security), and Heraklion smart city initiatives. The SDR group maintains critical infrastructure like the Heraklion metropolitan wireless network, FORTH campus network, and specialized mobile emergency nodes equipped with multi-radio SDR platforms, satellite transceivers, and high-performance computing resources.

• Software Defined Radio
• Cognitive Radios
• Radio Resource Management
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Christina (Tanya) Politi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Peloponnese. She specializes in optical networking, high-speed communications, and IoT/smart city technologies. With a PhD in Physics from the University of Essex, she has contributed to over 100 publications and collaborated with the NAM group at the University of Patras on 5G and digital infrastructure projects. Her work bridges optical systems, wireless technologies, and modern digital frameworks for smart urban environments. She is also an associated member of Patras Science Park. Education: B.Sc. in Physics, University of Athens (1998) M.Sc. in Physics of Laser Communications, University of Essex (2000) PhD in Optical Communications, University of Essex (2005) Research Focus: Optical packet switching and fiber-optic networks High-speed data center interconnections 5G/6G technologies and IoT applications Smart city infrastructure and digital twins Laser-based security and entropy generation Recent Research Trends: Her articles explore cutting-edge areas like quantum-dot spin-VCSELs for neuromorphic computing, laser-fabricated security systems, and metaverse-driven smart city frameworks. These reflect her dual focus on optical fundamentals and applied digital technologies. Collaborations and Labs: Active in the NAM group (University of Patras) for 5G experimentation and affiliated with Patras Science Park. Her work integrates theoretical research with industrial applications in telecommunications and smart infrastructure.

• Optical Networking
• High-Speed Optical Communications
• 5G and IoT Technologies
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Dr. Alexandros Kapsalis is a post-doc researcher at the Optical Communications Laboratory of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), affiliated with the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications. He holds a PhD in Optical Communication Devices from the University of Athens (2010) alongside a B.S. (2002) and M.Sc. (2004) in Telecommunications. Research Interests: Photonic design, novel optical devices, silicon photonics, all-optical signal processing, semiconductor lasers, optomechanical systems, and system automation. Article Trends: Focuses on silicon/silicon germanium waveguides, quantum dot lasers, four-wave mixing, phase regeneration, and mid-infrared conversion. Keywords span Photonics , Telecommunications , and Nonlinear Optics . Service: Serves as a reviewer for IEEE and Elsevier journals, with 20+ publications in national and EU projects.

• Photonic Design
• Novel Optical Devices
• Silicon Photonics
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Georgios I. Papadimitriou is a Professor at the School of Informatics , Aristotle University of Thessaloniki , with over 25 years of academic service. He obtained his Ph.D. in Computer Engineering and Informatics (1994) and Diploma in Computer Engineering (1989) from the University of Patras, Greece. Current roles: Deputy Head of School of Informatics Director of Network and Communication Systems Lab Editorial roles: Associate Editor for 6 IEEE journals 4000+ citations and 22 research projects Research Interests span advanced network technologies: Optical networks (switch fabrics, WDM systems) Wireless networks (IoT, nanonetworks, underwater communication) Network security and energy-efficient protocols Learning automata for adaptive network control His 15 most recent publications (2016-2022) focus on optical network optimization, TDMA scheduling, energy-efficient wireless systems, and biomedical nanonetwork modeling, with key subfields including elastic optical networks, IoT protocol design, and machine learning applications in communications. As an academic advisor, he has mentored 8 Ph.D. students who now hold academic and industry positions across Greece. His work appears in 147 refereed journals and 165 conferences , with notable contributions to IEEE Transactions on Networking, Communications, and Wireless Communications.

• Optical Networks
• Wireless Networks
• Network Security
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Iraklis Avramopoulos is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and serves as Director of the Photonic Communications Research Laboratory (PCRL). He studied Physics at Imperial College London, earned a Master's degree in Applied Optics, and completed his PhD in Physics in 1989, focusing on nonlinear effects in lasers and optical fibers. Education: Physics, Imperial College London Master's in Applied Optics PhD in Physics (1989) His research spans optical telecommunications, data communication in computing centers, digital signal processing, photonic sensors (including biosensors for harmful substances in food and pro-cancer cell carriers), leak detection systems, and quantum communications. He pioneered photonic integration on silicon, glass, and polymers, with applications in telecommunications, high-speed transceivers, and optical switching. PCRL, under his leadership, participates in 12 large-scale European research projects and has authored over 500 publications and 5 patents. The lab's graduates have secured faculty positions, industry leadership roles, and founded startups. Research Highlights: Optical interconnects for computing systems Quantum communications and security Advanced photonic materials and metamaterials Avramopoulos has held key roles in the European Research Council (ERC), program committees (e.g., ECOC), and the Photonics 21 platform, driving pan-European innovation. PCRL's work combines theoretical exploration with real-world applications in sensing, telecommunications, and quantum technologies.

• Optical Communications
• Digital Signal Processing
• Photonic Integrated Circuits
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Professor Miliou N. Amalia is a faculty member at the Department of Informatics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She holds a PhD in Electrical & Computer Engineering from the University of Florida. Her academic roles include Professor and ERASMUS Coordinator. Her research focuses on optical communications, including optoelectronic circuits, 5G networks, and secure optical systems. She has supervised numerous students and contributed to projects like 5G-PHOS and ePhos. Education: BSc Physics (Aristotle University), MSc/PhD in Electrical Engineering (University of Florida) Research interests span optical switching, converged fiber-wireless technologies, and high-speed optical memory architectures. Her work includes over 100 publications in journals like IEEE/OSA and conferences such as OFC and ECOC. She leads initiatives in optical network intelligence and reconfigurable data planes. Administrative roles include curriculum development and international program coordination.

• Optical Communications
• Telecommunications
• Photonics
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Sotirios Karabetsos serves as a Lecturer at the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of West Attica, specializing in Voice Signal Processing Systems and Broadband Data Communications. His academic journey includes a PhD from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and advanced studies at Brunel University, London. PhD, School of Electrical & Computer Engineering, NTUA (2004-2010) MSc in Data Communication Systems, Brunel University (2001-2003) Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering, NTUA (2000-2004) Electronic Engineering Degree, TEI of Athens (1995-1999) His research spans Broadband telecommunications , Software Defined Radio , Digital Signal Processing , and Machine Learning applications. His work focuses on innovative communication systems including wired, wireless, and optical networks, with particular emphasis on signal processing for voice and data transmission. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in Radio over Fiber technologies, multicore fiber applications, machine learning for transportation, and advanced speech synthesis techniques. His work bridges theoretical research with practical implementations in next-generation communication systems. As an educator, Dr. Karabetsos teaches undergraduate courses including Telecommunications, Wideband Transmission Technologies, and Digital Audio and Speech Technologies, along with postgraduate courses on 4G/5G Communication Systems and Software Defined Radio. His laboratory work spans Buildings A and Z at the Ancient Olive Grove Campus, where he conducts research in signal processing and communication systems. Office hours are held Mondays and Wednesdays from 14:00-15:00, with additional availability upon request.

• Broadband telecommunications
• Telecommunication networks
• Software Defined Radio
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