Marinos Vassilis serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Geotechnical Engineering within the School of Civil Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). Based at the Foundations Laboratory in Zografou, Athens, his work bridges geotechnical engineering, rock mechanics, and engineering geology, with a focus on practical applications in tunneling, landslide risk mitigation, and cultural heritage preservation. His research interests encompass the utilization of UAVs, LiDAR, and virtual reality for advanced geological mapping and hazard assessment. Notable projects include stability evaluations of cultural heritage sites such as the Acropolis of Athens and Greek monasteries, alongside innovative methodologies for rock mass characterization and slope stability analysis in challenging terrains. Recent publications (2023-2025) highlight a trend toward integrating remote sensing and machine learning for geohazard management, particularly in cultural heritage contexts. His contributions to conference proceedings emphasize engineering geology's role in sustainable development, including megacity planning and preservation of historical structures. Associated with the Foundations Laboratory at NTUA, his research environment supports experimental and field studies in geomechanics, facilitating the development of practical solutions for rock and soil engineering challenges.











